We dive deep into the intriguing topic of what's considered vulgar versus artistic in music and art. Our guest for this episode is Professor Brahma Prakash, a writer and cultural theorist currently teaching at Jawaharlal Nehru University. He has authored insightful works such as "Cultural Labour" and the recently released "Body on the Barricades: Life, Art, and Resistance in Contemporary India." We entirely depend on the support of our listeners. Support us on : 1. Patreon:...

➡️⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Click or tap to Support AMVPodcast (Patreon/UPI)⁠⁠⁠ Rahul Sonpimple's bold take on the idea of ‘romanticism’, contemporary culture, post-ideological Dalit Discourse, and Buddhism as a counter force. Rahul is the founder and president of the All India Independent Scheduled Castes Association (AIISCA).  We entirely depend on the support of our listeners. Support us on : ➡️⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Click or tap to Support AMVPodcast (Patreon/UPI)⁠⁠⁠⁠ WATCH VIDEO ON YOUTUBE:...

➡️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Click or tap to Support AMVPodcast (Patreon/UPI)⁠⁠⁠⁠ We explore the politics of Veg food and the implications it has on society, particularly in the context of modern-day casteism discussions. The guest for this episode is Shoaib Daniyal, the political editor at Scroll. I kindly request your support in this initiative, as it requires a lot of resources to produce high-quality content. ➡️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Click or tap to Support AMVPodcast (Patreon/UPI)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Watch the video podcast here:...

➡️⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Click or tap to Support AMVPodcast (Patreon/UPI)⁠⁠⁠ A delightful and thought-provoking conversation with Zeyad Masroor Khan. We discussed his new book, "City on Fire: A Boyhood in Aligarh." Took a trip to the lanes of small town and explored the mysterious world of jinn folk tales, the 90s world of Pran and Raj comics, how cinema influences culture, the conflicts, the curfews, and how humour became a response to dealing with the hardships of life. Tune in!  This podcast doesn’t...

➡️⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Click or tap to Support AMVPodcast (Patreon/UPI)⁠⁠⁠ A wonderful conversation with Chirag Thakkar, Associate Publisher at Bloomsbury India, where we discuss the mysterious world of book publishing in India. From the process of getting published to exploring what India is reading, we covered it all. We discussed changing expectations from authors in 2023, the significance or insignificance of literature festivals, and also delved into whether an author can sustain financially by...

➡️⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Click or tap to Support AMVPodcast (Patreon/UPI)⁠⁠⁠ Conversation with Atul Bhosekar on Buddhist philosophy.  Atul Bhosekar is a speaker and Buddhist cave researcher. He has been conducting workshops on Buddhist caves for the last 25 years. As a Director of TRIBILS, a research institute, he has received the Limca Book of World Records for teaching Dhammalipi to 2500 school students.  This podcast doesn’t have any corporate funding so the contribution by listeners is very...

➡️⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Click or tap to Support AMVPodcast (Patreon/UPI)⁠⁠ A conversation with Gaurav Pathania, who played the role of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar in the upcoming film directed by Ava DuVernay, "Origin." Here, we discuss his journey from a town in Haryana to Hollywood and delve into fascinating insights into what it took to portray the role of a mega-iconic figure like Babasaheb in a major Hollywood film. This podcast doesn’t have any corporate funding so the contribution by listeners is...

➡️⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Click or tap to Support AMVPodcast (Patreon/UPI)⁠⁠ Conversation with Rahul Sonpimple on Caste in the Age of Capitalism and hyperconsumerism.  Rahul is the founder and president of the All India Independent Scheduled Castes Association (AIISCA).  This podcast doesn’t have any corporate funding so the contribution by listeners is very important for its survival. Please support it here: ➡️⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Click or tap to Support AMVPodcast (Patreon/UPI)⁠⁠⁠ Rahul Sonpimple’s Twitter :...

➡️⁠⁠ ⁠Click or tap to Support AMVPodcast (Patreon/UPI)⁠ In this podcast, we discussed what is the meaning of joy and happiness anymore. Vijeta teaches English at St. Joseph's College, Bangalore. She is also a writer and has written for Firstpost, Huffpost India, India Today, The Hindu Business Line, Deccan Herald, amongst other platforms. She writes extensively on her blog, which is titled as rumlolarum which has a dedicated following and admirers.  This podcast doesn’t have any...

➡️ ⁠Click or tap to Support AMVPodcast (Patreon/UPI) Sucharita Tyagi has been at the forefront of film criticism, notably embracing the YouTube medium for reviews as early as 2015. Back then, she was reviewing films on YouTube for the Film Companion website. This segment evolved into "Not a Movie Review" with Sucharita. A curated selection of episodes from "Not a Movie Review" was subsequently released as a web series on Disney+ Hotstar under the same title in March 2020. In this episode,...

➡️ ⁠Click or tap to Support AMVPodcast (Patreon/UPI)⁠ The guest of this week is popular satirist Dr Medusa. We talk about creative aspects of ADHD, finding a therapist who understands politics, reflecting on Y2K and its cultural changes, discussing the courage to poke fun in dangerous political times, and exploring Gen Z culture. We also look into the history of Jawaharlal Nehru University, North Eastern India's unique culture, and focus on Assamese food. Thanks for supporting the...

The guest of this week is popular satirist Dr Medusa. We talk about creative aspects of ADHD, finding a therapist who understands politics, reflect on Y2K and its cultural changes, discussing courage to poke fun in dangerous political times, and exploring Gen Z culture. We also look into the history of Jawaharlal Nehru University, North Eastern India's unique culture, and focus on Assamese food. Thanks for supporting the podcast! This podcast doesn’t have any corporate funding so the...

This is a podcast in collaboration with the Bharatiya Junta Podcast. In this podcast, we delve into the concept of the colonial inferiority complex, discuss the debate surrounding vegetarianism, explore the right-wing influencer pandemic, consider how being apolitical is inherently political, and ponder the type of dictator the country desires. We also scrutinize our own prejudices and biases, acknowledging instances where we censor ourselves. This podcast doesn’t have any corporate funding...

Anoop Kumar founded the Nalanda Academy in 2013 in Wardha, Maharashtra. He is pioneering groundbreaking work by providing education to marginalized students from all over the country and has successfully helped hundreds of students from marginalized castes gain admission to top universities in India and abroad. His life, journey, and ideas are nothing short of revolutionary, and I won't be exaggerating if I say that he is one of the living legends who has done unparalleled work. This is the...

Sujat Prakash Ambedkar is a young activist, politician, and former journalist. He is the great-grandson of Babasaheb Ambedkar and the son of Prakash Ambedkar. Sujat is a youth leader in the Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi political party. He studied at the Asian College of Journalism and Fergusson College.   In this podcast, we discussed Sujat's life, Maharashtra's Ambedkarite culture, the politics of food, Dr. Ambedkar's personal habits, the future of Dalit politics in the country, and much...

In this relaxed and insightful episode, Ramkumar Singh delves into his memories of growing up in Rajasthan, exploring its celebrations, traditions, and dogmas. He reflects on his writing journey, offering insights into the life of a Bollywood writer, the loneliness of Mumbai, the concept of creativity in today's politically charged environment, and much more. This podcast doesn’t have any corporate funding or support so the contribution by listeners is very important for its survival....

A joyful and fun podcast with Shrujna. I immensely love her artwork. Over the years she has developed a signature style of her own which is not just aesthetically stunning but also stirs the thoughts because of the political messaging.  The experience of recording this podcast felt like two friends sitting together and discussing important issues and even the most mundane issues of the world.  A delightful conversation which shouldn’t be missed. This is also the episode that I recorded in...

Inspired by recent cases of brutality against students by teachers, Prof. Ravikant Kisana (Buffalo Intellectual) takes us on a journey in this episode. He delves deep into the dark underbelly of education, exploring the high-stakes world of coaching, the intense school environment, education's transformation into a cutthroat competition, the chilling use of humiliation and violence as instruments of knowledge, and everything that is wrong with our broken education system. Tune...

An episode about anti-caste laws being passed in the USA.  This episode was recorded a few months back.  Kshama Sawant, an Indian-American politician and economist, has served on the Seattle City Council since 2014. She is a member of Socialist Alternative, the first and only member of the party to date to be elected to public office. In 2012, Kshama ran as a Socialist Alternative candidate for the Washington State Legislature and surprised everyone by winning 29% of the vote. The...

Hello and welcome to Anurag Minus Verma's podcast. A few years ago, I had the privilege of speaking at several US universities, and many of you have requested access to those speeches. Today, I'm excited to share one such speech from the University of Michigan, where I was invited by Prof Joyojeet Pal. This talk focused on humor's role in society, the ambiguous nature of speaking truth to authority, the significance of pop culture, and the emergence of internet subcultures. This podcast...

In this podcast, we discussed the vibrant independent Indian rap and hip-hop scene. On creating art in the age of commerce and dealing with unethical recording labels.  The power of music to challenge societal norms at the same time being playful and super interesting in its approach. And finally the impact of the film "Gully Boy" on the rap and hip-hop movement. Tushar Adhav aka BamBoy is a music producer/Dj and rapper. He is known for his brand of murky bass often intertwined with...

In today’s episode, I'm excited to present a delightful and informative conversation with Sohaib Daniyal. We'll be delving into our favourite topic: food. We'll explore the diverse history of cuisines, delve into stories and myths related to food, appreciate the aesthetics linked to culinary experiences, address the issue of violence associated with food in India, and so much more. Shoaib Daniyal is the political editor for the news website, Scroll. But when he's not reporting on India's...

I recorded a podcast with Manoj Mitta, author of the new book:  Caste Pride: Battles for Equality in Hindu India.  In this podcast episode, we delve into the fascinating history of caste and social reforms in India. From detailing the strange laws during colonial times to the interesting courtroom debates and the lesser-known heroes, the narrative uncovers a compelling and lesser-explored aspect of our past. We discuss the barbaric punishment imposed on Lower Castes in Madras in 1816,...

In this podcast, Pranav, who runs the channel named "Science is Dope," explores the trend of increasing pseudosciences and fraudulent spiritual figures promoted by popular podcasts, YouTubers, and influencers in India.  In his videos, Pranav often calls out pseudosciences and misinformation by providing scientific rebuttals. We delve into the unique susceptibility of Indian society to these regressive trends, the institutionalization of pseudoscience even among influential figures, and...