In this podcast Aadit Kapadia talks to four UPSC candidates Dr Apala Mishra, Valay Vaidya, Nirja Shah and Karishma Nair. They talk about the challenges of the Civil Services exam in India, their personal journey, the issues about mental health and making it past the interview. As future civil servants they talk about what motivated them and the path forward. Do tune in.

Podcast 299.0: UPSC Stories, From Aspirants to Candidates in Indian civil Services | Part 1

Aadit Kapadia is joined by political commentator, columnist and analyst Vikas Saraswat as they talk about the Uttar Pradesh Elections as they discuss the issues, the potential paths to power and what it will mean if Yogi Aditynath and BJP come back to power.

Podcast 304.0: Who Will Win The Uttar Pradesh Elections  Will Yogi Adityanath Come Back To Power

Aadit Kapadia and Pramod Kumar Buravalli discuss the state elections in Punjab and Goa and talk about the controversy around the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Statue. They also talk about the protest in Canada and Justin Trudeau.

Podcast 305.0 Punjab & Goa Elections, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Statue  & Truck Protests In Canada

Aadit Kapadia is joined by psephologist Jai Mrug as they discuss about the Punjab and Uttarakhand Elections. They also discuss the progress of BJP in Tamil Nadu under K Annamalai and give an update on the elections in Uttar Pradesh.

Podcast 307.0: Punjab and Uttarakhand Elections. BJP in Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh Elections.

Aadit Kapadia is joined by MyIndMakers editor and foreign policy analyst Ramaharitha Pusarla and columnist of India Rising podcast Kishor Narayan as they discuss the conflict in Ukraine and the current situation with the Russian forces coming into Ukraine and the impact of it on the Rest of the world

Podcast 308.0: The Ukraine Russia Conflict and the Impact on the Rest of the World

On this podcast author and journalist Nalin Mehta joins Aadit Kapadia and the director of VMR analytics Jai Mrug. They talk about Nalin's fascinating book on the making of the BJP and what makes it successful electorally. They discuss the impact of the women vote and the social schemes which have had an effect into changing the electoral prospects of the BJP.

Podcast 309.0: The New BJP: Narendra Modi and the making of the World Largest Political Party.

04:26 Uttar Pradesh Election Results
23:10 Punjab Election Results
40:06 Goa Election Results
51:10 Uttarakhand Election Results
01:01:00 Manipur Election Results

Aadit Kapadia and Jai Mrug talk about the results of the 2022 Elections, BJP winning 4 out of 5 states - Uttar Pradesh, Goa, Uttarakhand and Manipur. The historic mandate in many places and AAP's big win in Punjab,

Podcast 311.0: Assembly Elections 2022 - An Analysis. BJP wins 4/5 including UP, AAP wins Punjab

Aadit Kapadia is joined by Lawyer and author Kartikeya Tanna, as they talk about his book the smriti irani story and how the BJP managed to win the Gandhi bastion of Amethi. They talk about Smriti Irani's career in politics, from the fast againt Narendra modi to her fighting in Amethi, the PM Modi calling her his sister and see the impact of her contest in Amethi.

Podcast 312.0: The Smriti Irani Story and How the BJP won the Gandhi Bastion of Amethi

Aadit Kapadia is joined by political commentator and author Ajit Datta. They talk about his book on Himanta Biswa Sarma - his life and his story. They also talk about the politics in Assam and how it has evolved over the years.

Podcast 313.0  Himanta Biswa Sarma - From Boy Wonder To CM. His Life And His Story.

Aadit Kapadia is joined by Columnist and Author Rohit Pathania.

They talk about the Agnipath scheme. They talk about why it is needed and also what is causing the local level protest. They also talk about Punjab politics and the situation of Punjabi Hindus and why there isn't any discussion on them. Lastly they talk about the state of Congress and Indian Politics.

01:52 : Agnipath Scheme and the Protests
23:35 : Politics of Punjab
36:46 : Silence on the Punjabi Hindus
47:10 : Crisis in The Congress

Podcast 316.0: Agnipath Scheme, Punjab Politics, Punjabi Hindus and Congress

Aadit Kapadia talks to author, columnist and politician Guru Prakash Paswan as they discuss his book, Dalit Politics as it has evolved, icons and the leftist ecosystems around Dalit Politics.

Podcast 321.0  Makers Of Modern Dalit History, Politics And The 'Ecosystem'

Aadit Kapadia is joined by a panel of Political Columnists and writers - Rohit Pathania, Lavanya Shivshankar and Nidhi Bahuguna as they discuss the controversial legacy of Mulayam Singh Yadav. From the 90s, to the communal legacy, to the guest house episode, Mayawati, Amar Singh, his stint as CM and the Rampur Tiraha Massacre.

Podcast 322.0  The Controversial Legacy Of Mulayam Singh Yadav And UP Politics

Podcast 323.0: 'Meta vs the Wire' And T20 World Cup 2022

Aadit Kapadia is joined by psephologist and political analyst Jai Mrug as they discuss the Gujarat Elections and BJP's chances of coming back to power. Can they get a 2/3rd majority. Is congress relevant and is AAP a factor. They also discuss the Himachal Elections.

Podcast 325.0: Gujarat Elections - BJP vs Congress? Is AAP a Factor? and Himachal Elections

Aadit Kapadia is joined by Rohit Pathania as they discuss the BJPs historic mandate in Gujarat-.The margins, wins and the critical seats. They also discuss the himachal pradesh elections and The Congress winning in Himachal Pradesh and Rahul Gandhi's bharat jodo yatra.

Podcast 326.0: Gujarat and Himachal Election Results. BJP creates History in Gujarat

Aadit Kapadia is joined by political analysts and podcasters Kishor Narayan and Mohal Joshi as they discuss 2022 and the political, geopolitical events that shaped the year. From movies like kantara, to Russia-Ukraine, IPL, BJP's win in UP and Gujarat and more. 

Do Tune in.

Podcast 327.0: 2022 - A Year in Review by Aadit Kapadia, Mohal Joshi and Kishore Narayan

Aadit Kapadia in discussion with Anang Mittal as they talk about US politics- How the democrats and republicans shape up and which party is likely to win in 2024. They also talk about Indian Americans and if any party talks about issues pertaining to Indian Americans like Eagle Act, immigration, visas and other cultural issues.

Podcast 328.0: US Politics - An Overview. Does either party talk about Indian Americans?

Aadit Kapadia is joined by renowned  screenwriter, author and columnist Advaita Kala as they discuss the crisis in #Joshimath and what can be done to mitigate it. 

They discuss day to day issues faced in #Uttarakhand and the recent Mohan Bhagwat ji's Interview and the statements discussed after that.

Podcast 329.0  Joshimath Crisis And Mohan Bhagwat's Interview

Aadit Kapadia is joined by authors Aashish Chandorkar and Suraj Sudhir as they discuss their book on India's COVID19 Vaccine Story and how India overcame overwhelming odds. 

They discuss the challenges with the rollout, how India fared in comparison to many countries and the challenges ahead for India.

Podcast 330.0: India's #COVID19 Vaccine Story

Rohit Pathania - author and columnist joins Aadit Kapadia on part 2 of the podcast on khalistan. They discuss the escape of Amritpal Singh, where he is right now, the history of the Akal Takht and more. Do tune in.

Podcast 333.0: Where is Amritpal Singh? History of the Akal Takht & the Khalistan Debate (Part 2)

Aadit Kapadia is joined by political analyst and columnist Kishor Narayan as they preview the Karnataka Elections. They talk about the political history of the state and key players in this Election.

Podcast 334.0: Karnataka Elections(Part 1): A Political History and the Key Players

Aadit Kapada is joined by Kishor Narayan in part 2 of the Karnataka podcast. They discuss seat projections, front runners and discuss who will win Karnataka.

Podcast 335.0  Karnataka Elections (Part 2)- Seat Projections And Who Will Win Karnataka

Aadit Kapadia and Kishor Narayan discuss the Karnataka Election Results and the Congress win in the state. They discuss the BJP loss of votes in the Mumbai Karnataka region and gains made by congress in the Lingayat seats. They also discuss if the era of H  D Deve Gowda is over.

Podcast 336.0: Congress wins Karnataka. Key Takeaways and BJP's 2024 strategy in Karnataka.

Aadit Kapadia is joined by commentator, lawyer and cricket enthusiast Nikhil Mehra as they talk about India's huge loss in the WTC to Australia and what the future of Indian cricket looks like.

Podcast 337.0  WTC 2023 Australia Triumphs And The Future Of Indian Cricket

Aadit Kapadia talks to Author, Columnist & Public Intellectual Ms Ami Ganatra on Mahabharata & Ramayana - their untold stories, modern interpretations and the challenges faced by narrating these stories. 

What does learning our own History mean for the youth of today and more. 

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Podcast 338.0  Ramayana, Mahabharata - Modern Interpretations And Untold Stories With Ami Ganatra

Aadit Kapadia is joined by commentator, podcaster and columnist Mohal Joshi as they talk about the recent developments in Maharashtra, PM Modi’s charm offensive in the United states and the state of the strategic relationship. They also discuss all the aspects of Indian politics and end with a discussion on the Ashes and the 'spirit of cricket'.

Podcast 339.0- Maharashtra Politics, PM Modi in the US, The Ashes Test Series & 'Spirit of Cricket'

Aadit Kapadia is joined by political columnist and analyst Rohit Pathania as they discuss issues in Manipur. They also discuss the new alliances in Maharashtra and the I.N.D.I.A Alliance and lastly a discussion on the film oppenheimer and the world war 2 movies/series.

Podcast 340.0: Manipur, Maharashtra, I.N.D.I.A Alliance & Oppenheimer

Aadit Kapadia is joined by public policy analyst and commentator Aashish Chandorkar as they discuss India's Moon Mission and the success of ISRO

Podcast 341.0: Chandrayaan 3. India is on the Moon

Aadit Kapadia and Ramaharitha Pusarla discuss about the new Bharat Ratna recipents, they also discuss the 2024 Elections and the news about the political parties. In the last part they talk about the 2024 MyInd Book and the features. Do tune in.

Podcast 350.0: Bharat Ratna, Elections 2024 and MyIndBook 2024

Aadit Kapadia, Pramod Kumar Buravalli and Sunanda Vashisht talk to Dr. David Frawley in this special Myind Podcast. They discuss the evolution of Hinduism in America, his journey from Dr David Frawley to Pandit Vamdeva Shastri.

They also discuss the leftist intellectuals in India and their current battle of ideologies. This was followed by a discussion on politics in India and a discussion on Indic faiths.


Podcast 82.0: A Conversation With Dr. David Frawley

Aadit Kapadia and Sunanda Vashisht talk about Kerala Floods, Rahul Gandhi, World Hindu Congress and John McCain. They are also joined by Dr. Abhaya Asthana from the organizing committee of the WHC as they talk about WHC and organizing the event in Chicago,

Podcast 181.0: Kerala Floods, Rahul Gandhi, World Hindu Congress and John McCain

Aadit Kapadia and Sunanda Vashisht talk to author, columnist and historian about Dating the Ramayana and Mahabharata with Nilesh Oak. They also discuss the congress's allegations on the Rafale Deal and Imran Khan's comments about India-Pakistan relations.

Podcast 185.0: Dating the Ramayana and Mahabharata with Nilesh Oak, Rafale Deal and Imran Khan

Aadit Kapadia is joined by Digital Journalist Priyanka Deo as they discuss Kangana Ranaut Vs Shiv Sena, the debate over Freedom of Expression, India China Face Off and the current scenario in Indian Politics

Podcast 256.0: Kangana Ranaut Vs Shiv Sena, India China Face Off and Indian Politics

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