The Cārvāka Podcast is a series of long-form conversations hosted by Kushal Mehra. The podcast covers a wide range of subjects where Kushal speaks with a wid…
1:14:5318K views · 1d ago · 1:14:53
Guest: Sherbir Panag
In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Sherbir Panag about the upcoming 2027 Assembly Elections in Punjab. What are the key issues of this assembly election? Is it about the economy? Or are drugs and gangwar now the central focus of this election following the unfortunate death of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota?
1:04:4234K views · 2d ago · 1:04:42
In this podcast, Kushal and Khalid Baig discuss the recent discussion surrounding Sharjeel Imam's views. The discussion began after an article in The Print, written under the pseudonym Ibn Khaldun Bharati, on Sharjeel Imam's views; Indian liberals' subsequent silence then led to a litany of apologia for Sharjeel Imam. This led to a mental breakdown of the Indian Islamist left.
37:5214K views · 3d ago · 37:52
Guest: Shikari Origins
In this podcast, Kushal and Tushar discuss a new trend in the age of social media: influencers with a social media presence trying their hand at electoral politics. Do high social media views translate into votes? This podcast looks at specific examples and explores the deeper reasons behind voting patterns and how voters think, drawing on Kushal's experience as a political activist and campaigner.
1:17:5521K views · 4d ago · 1:17:55
In this podcast, Kushal and Aadit talk about all the ongoing series in cricket. India won the T20 series against New Zealand 3-1, taking three back-to-back matches, while New Zealand won today's match. Australia and South Africa are caught in a riveting battle on day four of their Test match, and Pakistan will play Sri Lanka in the tri-series final.
1:22:3051K views · 6d ago · 1:22:30
In this podcast, Kushal and Tushar discuss a new trend in the age of social media: influencers with a social media presence trying their hand at electoral politics. Do high social media views translate into votes? This podcast looks at specific examples and explores the deeper reasons behind voting patterns and how voters think, drawing on Kushal's experience as a political activist and campaigner.
1:45:2267K views · 1w ago · 1:45:22
In this podcast, Kushal and Khalid Baig discuss the recent discussion surrounding Sharjeel Imam's views. The discussion began after an article in The Print, written under the pseudonym Ibn Khaldun Bharati, on Sharjeel Imam's views; Indian liberals' subsequent silence then led to a litany of apologia for Sharjeel Imam. This led to a mental breakdown of the Indian Islamist left.
1:14:4532K views · 1w ago · 1:14:45
In this podcast, Kushal, Nikhil, and Aadit talk about an absolutely unbelievable week of cricket. Yesterday, we had three great finishes across three formats. Sri Lanka chased a record score of 429 against England in their ODI, and South Africa beat Australia in the second Test to level the series 1-1. India also played incredibly well in their first T20I against New Zealand.
1:09:4717K views · 1w ago · 1:09:47
Guest: Darshan Maharaja
In this monologue, Kushal speaks with Darshan Maharaja about Alberta's recently concluded referendum, in which, according to the latest results, more than 75 per cent of voters want to remain part of the country. The funny bit was that Khalistanis supported the Alberta separatists. What business do Khalistanis have in this referendum?
1:15:2690K views · 2w ago · 1:15:26
In this monologue, Kushal argues that the opposition's strategy to defeat the BJP through street protests is ineffective. Kushal shares his experience with India Against Corruption and discusses the spate of protests across Europe that began with a "student" uprising and ended in violence and looting. Will this work in India, or will it backfire?
52:02105K views · 2w ago · 52:02
Guest: Abhijit Iyer-Mitra
In this monologue, Kushal speaks with Abhijit Iyer-Mitra about Elon Musk's recent rant that India hasn't given him permission for Starlink. Is Starlink a national security risk? Also, they discuss the current tussle between the Saudis and Houthis, where they keep bombing each other.
1:22:0978K views · 2w ago · 1:22:09
In this monologue, Kushal discusses recent statements by Prashant Bhushan and Neha Bora on regime change, their love for students in Bangladesh and Nepal, and their role in toppling those countries' governments. Will this work in India, or will it backfire?
1:34:3168K views · 2w ago · 1:34:31
In this podcast, Kushal and Tushar discuss allegations against the Election Commission of India. Is the SIR process rigged? How does one register as a new voter? How do you change your voter ID address? How do you remove the name of a deceased relative? This podcast is an election registration 101.
1:11:5588K views · 3w ago · 1:11:55
In this podcast, Kushal and Tushar discuss today's protest, in which Rahul Gandhi and several other political parties marched to the Supreme Court. What is the endgame of it all? Will we reach protest fatigue? Follow them
54:09358K views · 3w ago · 54:09
Guest: Abhijit Iyer-Mitra Vs Cockroaches
In this podcast, Kushal, Abhijit, and Tushar discuss today's planned protests at Jantar Mantar and how the Delhi police detained all the leaders, turning the protests into a damp squib. Should they be allowed to protest? Is this a violation of their democratic rights?
1:32:23110K views · 3w ago · 1:32:23
In this podcast, Kushal, Abhijit, and Tushar discuss today's planned protests at Jantar Mantar and how the Delhi police detained all the leaders, turning the protests into a damp squib. Should they be allowed to protest? Is this a violation of their democratic rights?
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