Rajiv Malhotra's Podcast

Rajiv Malhotra
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Rajiv Malhotra, founder of Infinity Foundation, is an internationally known researcher and public intellectual on current affairs as they relate to civilizations, cross-cultural encounters, religion and science. He studied physics and computer science and served in multiple careers including: software development executive, Fortune 100 senior corporate executive, strategic consultant, and successful entrepreneur in the IT and media industries. Visit InfinityFoundation.com or Rajivmalhotra.com for more information. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rajivmalhotrapodcast/support

  1. 6m ago

    Beyond Religious Dogma: Understanding Astika / Nastika, Parampara, and Sacred Continuity

    Why has Bharatiya(Indian) civilization endured into the modern era while others crumbled? In Episode 2, Smt. Vandana Mishra dives into the structural engineering of Sanātana Dharma. She explores how the Guru-Shishya Parampara has preserved our Sacred Continuity through two distinct textual pillars: Shruti and Smriti.Using the Purva-paksha method to clear up Western misconceptions, Smt. Vandana explains how Astika / Nastika classifications form a sophisticated framework of intellectual lineage rather than rigid binary traps. This decentralized approach provides an inherent Digestion Resistance against external ideological shifts. By protecting the true meaning of our Sampradaya and scriptures, we exercise vital Cultural Self-Defense against Identity Fragmentation. Join us to understand the living, evolving genius of the Dharma-based pluralism that anchors our global identity.Joining Link- https://tinyurl.com/ymv4upep

    7 min

  2. 6d ago

    Beyond Religion: Sanātana Dharma & the Problem of Sanskrit Non-Translatables

    In this inaugural episode of the Deep Dive Katha Series, Smt. Vandana Mishra invites you to Reverse the Gaze on how we define Bhartiya(Indian) heritage. For too long, Western Universalism has attempted to "digest" the concept of Dharma into the narrow English category of "religion." This episode establishes Civilizational Literacy by exploring why Dharma is one of the most vital Sanskrit Non-Translatables.Smt. Vandana highlights the importance of Adhikara (qualification) in understanding these texts and warns against the mistranslation of Sanskrit words into English, where deeper concepts like Karma and Dharma lose their true essence. This session is a call for Civilizational Self-Respect, encouraging viewers to look past Secularism as an Asymmetrical Weapon and embrace the Dharma-based pluralism that has sustained our Sacred Geography for millennia.Smt. Vandana breaks down the ten essential characteristics of Dharma from the Manusmṛti—including Dhṛti (fortitude), Dama (self-control), and Vidya (knowledge)—as practical tools for Embodied Knowing. Moving beyond Category Imposition, we explore how these principles form a Dharmic Worldview that emphasizes inner discipline over external dogma. Join us as we resist the Decontextualization of our traditions and reclaim the Sacred Continuity of Sanātana Dharma. Are you ready to understand the true Integral Unity of these ancient practices?Joining Link- https://tinyurl.com/ymv4upepWho Is Raising Your Children? - https://whoisraisingyourchildren.com/Battle For Consciousness Theory - http://battleforconsciousnesstheory.comSnakes in the Ganga - http://www.snakesintheganga.comVarna Jati Caste - http://www.varnajaticaste.comThe Battle For IIT's - http://www.battleforiits.comPower of future Machines - http://www.poweroffuturemachines.com10 heads of Ravana - http://www.tenheadsofravana.comTo support Infinity Foundation’s projects including the continuation of such episodes and the research we do:इनफिनिटी फ़ौंडेशन की परियोजनाओं को अनुदान देने के लिए व इस प्रकार के एपिसोड और हमारे द्वारा किये जाने वाले शोध को जारी रखने के लिए: http://infinityfoundation.com/donate-2/

    8 min

  3. 6d ago

    Religion at Work: Positive or Problematic?

    Should religion be expressed at work? Recent debates around TCS, IndiGo, and Lenskart raise critical questions about what employees can and cannot do, and whether rules are applied fairly. Vijaya Vishwanathan, Trustee of the Infinity Foundation, unpacks these issues—examining policy frameworks, exposing implementation gaps, and defining what genuine neutrality should look like in India’s diverse workplaces. Hosted by Sree Iyer of PGurus, this discussion offers informed insights into corporate policy, fairness, and workplace diversity.Who Is Raising Your Children? - https://whoisraisingyourchildren.com/Battle For Consciousness Theory - http://battleforconsciousnesstheory.comSnakes in the Ganga - http://www.snakesintheganga.comVarna Jati Caste - http://www.varnajaticaste.comThe Battle For IIT's - http://www.battleforiits.comPower of future Machines - http://www.poweroffuturemachines.com10 heads of Ravana - http://www.tenheadsofravana.comTo support Infinity Foundation’s projects including the continuation of such episodes and the research we do:इनफिनिटी फ़ौंडेशन की परियोजनाओं को अनुदान देने के लिए व इस प्रकार के एपिसोड और हमारे द्वारा किये जाने वाले शोध को जारी रखने के लिए: http://infinityfoundation.com/donate-2/

    43 min

  4. Apr 28

    "We Belong" Impact Summit 2026: Inclusion or Hidden Agenda?

    This episode explores the “We Belong” Impact Summit 2026 and its emphasis on inclusion and community influence. Rajiv Malhotra analyzes how such platforms engage with Hindu-American identity, values, and political positioning in the West, and considers whether they function as authentic outreach efforts or play a role in shaping broader narratives around diaspora representation and influence.Who Is Raising Your Children? - https://whoisraisingyourchildren.com/Battle For Consciousness Theory - http://battleforconsciousnesstheory.comSnakes in the Ganga - http://www.snakesintheganga.comVarna Jati Caste - http://www.varnajaticaste.comThe Battle For IIT's - http://www.battleforiits.comPower of future Machines - http://www.poweroffuturemachines.com10 heads of Ravana - http://www.tenheadsofravana.comTo support Infinity Foundation’s projects including the continuation of such episodes and the research we do:इनफिनिटी फ़ौंडेशन की परियोजनाओं को अनुदान देने के लिए व इस प्रकार के एपिसोड और हमारे द्वारा किये जाने वाले शोध को जारी रखने के लिए: http://infinityfoundation.com/donate-2/

    30 min

  5. Apr 28

    TCS Nashik Case: The Tip of the Iceberg?

    In this video, Vijaya Viswanathan (Trustee, Infinity Foundation) presents a critical perspective on global ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) frameworks and their influence on corporate workplace policies.Using a reported case from TCS’s Nashik office as a reference point, she discusses how emerging workplace inclusion practices—particularly those related to religious accommodation—may be increasingly shaped by ESG-linked compliance and scoring systems.The talk examines initiatives such as religious diversity and inclusion indices (including the REDI index) and suggests that such mechanisms could influence how companies evaluate and reward “inclusion” practices under the ESG “S” category.The video also questions whether global ESG governance models adequately reflect regional cultural contexts, particularly in India, and calls for consideration of India-specific approaches to corporate governance and social policy.#TCSNashik #ESG #CorporateGovernance #WorkplaceCulture #IndiaWho Is Raising Your Children? - https://whoisraisingyourchildren.com/Battle For Consciousness Theory - http://battleforconsciousnesstheory.comSnakes in the Ganga - http://www.snakesintheganga.comVarna Jati Caste - http://www.varnajaticaste.comThe Battle For IIT's - http://www.battleforiits.comPower of future Machines - http://www.poweroffuturemachines.com10 heads of Ravana - http://www.tenheadsofravana.comTo support Infinity Foundation’s projects including the continuation of such episodes and the research we do:इनफिनिटी फ़ौंडेशन की परियोजनाओं को अनुदान देने के लिए व इस प्रकार के एपिसोड और हमारे द्वारा किये जाने वाले शोध को जारी रखने के लिए: http://infinityfoundation.com/donate-2/

    9 min

  6. Apr 28

    Who Shapes India's Self-Understanding?

    A thought-provoking conversation at the Indraprastha Cultural Festival brings together Manogna Sastry, Anil Sahasrabudhe, and Nitin Seth, moderated by Aparna Vijayan, to examine a deeper question beneath public discourse: how India understands itself. Moving beyond surface narratives, the panel explores how civilizational frameworks, educational institutions, and digital systems shape the categories through which reality is interpreted. From the legacy of historical disruption to the challenges of unexamined inherited lenses, the discussion connects knowledge systems to questions of strength, policy, and technological futures. The conversation ultimately asks whether India today defines itself on its own terms — or continues to think through frameworks it has yet to fully interrogate. The Hindi edition of Infinity Foundation’s path-breaking book, गंगा में विषधर, was also launched by the esteemed panel, along with the editor Anurag Sharma.Who Is Raising Your Children? - https://whoisraisingyourchildren.com/Battle For Consciousness Theory - http://battleforconsciousnesstheory.comSnakes in the Ganga - http://www.snakesintheganga.comVarna Jati Caste - http://www.varnajaticaste.comThe Battle For IIT's - http://www.battleforiits.comPower of future Machines - http://www.poweroffuturemachines.com10 heads of Ravana - http://www.tenheadsofravana.comTo support Infinity Foundation’s projects including the continuation of such episodes and the research we do:इनफिनिटी फ़ौंडेशन की परियोजनाओं को अनुदान देने के लिए व इस प्रकार के एपिसोड और हमारे द्वारा किये जाने वाले शोध को जारी रखने के लिए: http://infinityfoundation.com/donate-2/

    1h 13m

  7. Apr 28

    Is India's Sovereignty Robust or Fragile?

    In this provocative keynote at the Indraprastha Cultural Festival, Rajiv Malhotra, Founder of Infinity Foundation, delivers a wake-up call regarding India’s Sovereignty as a Subscription. Drawing from the spirit of the Mahabharata, he argues that India is currently chasing the wrong goals by prioritizing "feel-good" emotions over the harsh realities of Narrative Warfare and technological dependence.Rajiv Malhotra highlights a dangerous trend: while India celebrates being a top consumer of Western platforms, it remains a "technology beggar." He critiques the Left-liberal ecosystem and the NGO-ization of Discourse for fostering an Internal Colonization that weakens the national resolve. He calls for a robust Kshatriya-Vaishya Complex—a modern military-industrial framework—to ensure that India moves from being a "land of Shudras" (service providers for Western IP) to a global leader in innovation. Without Technological Swaraj, he warns, political sovereignty is a fragile illusion.Who Is Raising Your Children? - https://whoisraisingyourchildren.com/Battle For Consciousness Theory - http://battleforconsciousnesstheory.comSnakes in the Ganga - http://www.snakesintheganga.comVarna Jati Caste - http://www.varnajaticaste.comThe Battle For IIT's - http://www.battleforiits.comPower of future Machines - http://www.poweroffuturemachines.com10 heads of Ravana - http://www.tenheadsofravana.comTo support Infinity Foundation’s projects including the continuation of such episodes and the research we do:इनफिनिटी फ़ौंडेशन की परियोजनाओं को अनुदान देने के लिए व इस प्रकार के एपिसोड और हमारे द्वारा किये जाने वाले शोध को जारी रखने के लिए: http://infinityfoundation.com/donate-2/

    44 min

  8. Apr 28

    India's Sovereignty in a Changing World Order

    In this critical panel discussion, Rajiv Malhotra, Ambassador Kanwal Sibal, and Sankrant Sanu examine the shifting global order through the lens of hard power and technological Swaraj. Rajiv Malhotra argues that India is currently caught in a state of internal colonization due to a fundamental lack of indigenous R&D and intellectual property. He warns that without a robust military-industrial complex, India remains vulnerable to a new form of digital colonization led by the US-China duopoly.The conversation moves beyond mere narrative warfare to address the "root cause" of India's dependency: the failure of the left-liberal ecosystem and short-term Jugaad thinking to invest in foundational technologies like AI and semiconductors. The speakers challenge the current industrial policy, noting that while India has "lakhs of engineers," they are often reduced to modern-day sepoys serving foreign predator civilizations through global capability centers that own the IP developed by Indian brains.Who Is Raising Your Children? - https://whoisraisingyourchildren.com/Battle For Consciousness Theory - http://battleforconsciousnesstheory.comSnakes in the Ganga - http://www.snakesintheganga.comVarna Jati Caste - http://www.varnajaticaste.comThe Battle For IIT's - http://www.battleforiits.comPower of future Machines - http://www.poweroffuturemachines.com10 heads of Ravana - http://www.tenheadsofravana.comTo support Infinity Foundation’s projects including the continuation of such episodes and the research we do:इनफिनिटी फ़ौंडेशन की परियोजनाओं को अनुदान देने के लिए व इस प्रकार के एपिसोड और हमारे द्वारा किये जाने वाले शोध को जारी रखने के लिए: http://infinityfoundation.com/donate-2/

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Rajiv Malhotra, founder of Infinity Foundation, is an internationally known researcher and public intellectual on current affairs as they relate to civilizations, cross-cultural encounters, religion and science. He studied physics and computer science and served in multiple careers including: software development executive, Fortune 100 senior corporate executive, strategic consultant, and successful entrepreneur in the IT and media industries. Visit InfinityFoundation.com or Rajivmalhotra.com for more information. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rajivmalhotrapodcast/support

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  • Creator
    Rajiv Malhotra
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    458
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Rajiv Malhotra
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