Best Meta Wave Podcasts (2025)

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4969: MC Tech3 Year-End Wrap 2025: Ecommerce, Quick Commerce, IPOs and the Big Consumer Internet Reset | MC Tech3 - Moneycontrol Podcast

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we kick off our year-end wrap with a deep dive into how 2025 reshaped ecommerce and consumer internet in India. From blockbuster FMCG acquisitions and a surge in startup IPOs to fierce quick commerce rivalries and big-ticket funding rounds, we break down the deals, data points and shifts that defined the year.…

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4969: MC Tech3 Year-End Wrap 2025: Ecommerce, Quick Commerce, IPOs and the Big Consumer Internet Reset | MC Tech3 7:39

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we kick off our year-end wrap with a deep dive into how 2025 reshaped ecommerce and consumer internet in India. From blockbuster FMCG acquisitions and a surge in startup IPOs to fierce quick commerce rivalries and big-ticket funding rounds, we break down the deals, data points and shifts that defined the year.…

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The Catch Up: ISRO launches BlueBird Block-2 on LVM3 (24 Dec) - 3 Things

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24 DEC BEST BYTE - Morning no. 1 with RJ Raghu Raftaar

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23 DEC_BEST BYTE - Morning no. 1 with RJ Raghu Raftaar

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New definition of Aravalli, data exclusivity for drugs, and ED to speed probes - 3 Things

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First, we talk to The Indian Express' Jay Mazoomdaar about the new definition of the Aravalli hills proposed by the Environment Secretary and approved by the Supreme Court. He shares how this new definition will impact the hills and the activities that are taking place there, like mining and construction. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Anonna…

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India's Innovation Paradox - All Things Policy

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Join Swati Joshi and Arindam Goswami in this episode of All Things Policy where we discuss some uncomfortable truths about India's innovation ecosystem. Here's a number that should make every Indian policymaker lose sleep: In 1993, India and China spent the exact same amount on research and development as a share of their economies - 0.6% of GDP. F…

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Bigg Boss, Divorce, Custody Battles & Reinvention | Cyrus Says ft. Kunickaa Sadanand - Cyrus Says

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Actor, Bigg Boss contestant, lawyer, social activist — Kunickaa Sadanand has lived many lives. In this candid and wildly entertaining episode of Cyrus Says, Kunickaa opens up about Bigg Boss reality vs perception, getting married at 16, painful custody battles, becoming a lawyer at 48, divorces, motherhood, reinvention, and why she believes marriag…

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4968: RBI monitors inflation, H1B visa nightmare & why the India-NZ FTA matters 3:52

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In this edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks we analyse the India-New Zealand FTA - from what Chinese products the deal can replace to the opposition from a section of NZ administrators, we tell you why the FTA matters more than its critics admit. Also inside: Union budget incentive for small aircraft manufacture, why RBI is watchful of the low i…

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4968: RBI monitors inflation, H1B visa nightmare & why the India-NZ FTA matters - Moneycontrol Podcast

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In this edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks we analyse the India-New Zealand FTA - from what Chinese products the deal can replace to the opposition from a section of NZ administrators, we tell you why the FTA matters more than its critics admit. Also inside: Union budget incentive for small aircraft manufacture, why RBI is watchful of the low i…

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Should R&AW Influence Cinema? #dhurandhar - The Cārvāka Podcast

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In this podcast, Kushal talks with Abhijit Iyer-Mitra about a very basic questioni.e should intelligence aencies influence cinema? It is a known fact that has been reported in many books of the role of the American intelligence agency CIA indirectly investing and influencing multiple movies for propaganda and other covert motives. The Pakistani ISI…

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4967: H-1B dreams caught in visa limbo; India’s startup IPO engine revs up for 2026; and Meta blocks Congress' AI posts targeting PM Modi 6:44

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we track why thousands of Indian H-1B visa holders are stuck in renewal limbo, even as US authorities push interviews to 2026 and beyond. We also look at India’s startup IPO pipeline building momentum for 2026, Meta restricting AI-generated political content in India, OYO parent PRISM securing shareholder approva…

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4967: H-1B dreams caught in visa limbo; India’s startup IPO engine revs up for 2026; and Meta blocks Congress' AI posts targeting PM Modi - Moneycontrol Podcast

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we track why thousands of Indian H-1B visa holders are stuck in renewal limbo, even as US authorities push interviews to 2026 and beyond. We also look at India’s startup IPO pipeline building momentum for 2026, Meta restricting AI-generated political content in India, OYO parent PRISM securing shareholder approva…

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The Catch Up: Indian High Commissioner summoned in Dhaka (23 Dec) - 3 Things

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Digital Wellbeing Is The Path To Reclaim Agency In An AI Post-Capitalist World - Caitlin Krause 55:53

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Caitlin Krause, author of Digital Wellbeing, argues that intentional design unlocks genuine connection within virtual spaces. Drawing on her teaching at Stanford and the University of Oregon, she's explored how XR environments can foster asynchronous connection and ambient awareness for people who crave belonging without hyper-social performance. H…

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AI in India’s Defence Strategy - All Things Policy

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AI in warfare is not about robots taking over the battlefield. It is about decision advantage, geospatial intelligence, and operational readiness. In this episode, Lt Gen Karanbir Singh Brar (Retd.) explains how India is deploying AI across borders, space, and logistics -- why humans must remain in the loop, how ethics shape military AI, and what A…

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Bangladesh unrest, medical colleges row, and former cop targeted in scam - 3 Things

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First, we talk to The Indian Express' Diplomatic Affairs Editor Shubhajit Roy about the situation in Bangladesh. After the killing of a protest leader who played a key role in the movement that led to the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh is witnessing a fresh round of turmoil and an anti-India sentiment once again. Next, we talk t…

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4966: 20 firms cross Rs 1 lakh crore m-cap in 2025; Rupee remains Asia's worst-performer despite RBI intervention | MC Editor's Picks 4:48

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For the first time this year, as many as 20 firms crossed Rs 1 lakh crore m-cap mark, including fresh listings like LG Electronics, Tata Capital, Groww, and Meesho. In this edition of Editor’s Picks, we also tell you that many defence veterans have been struggling to get medical help via the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme. Moreover, we al…

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4966: 20 firms cross Rs 1 lakh crore m-cap in 2025; Rupee remains Asia's worst-performer despite RBI intervention | MC Editor's Picks - Moneycontrol Podcast

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For the first time this year, as many as 20 firms crossed Rs 1 lakh crore m-cap mark, including fresh listings like LG Electronics, Tata Capital, Groww, and Meesho. In this edition of Editor’s Picks, we also tell you that many defence veterans have been struggling to get medical help via the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme. Moreover, we al…

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The New Wave of Chinese Brands Disrupting Everyone 54:09

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Why are both international luxury brands and established Chinese players losing market share to local upstarts? In this episode, we sit down with Xiaofeng Gu, founder of Jingzhi Chronicle, to explore the rise of China's challenger brands—and why this disruption is about innovation, not nationalism. From TCM-powered skincare to EVs with business-cla…

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India World T20 Squad Announced - The Cārvāka Podcast

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In this podcast, Kushal and Aadit talk about the recently concluded T20 series where India beat South Africa 3-1. They also talk about the ongoing ashes where Australia have already regained the urn as they lead 3-0. They also talk about the T20 squad announced by India for the upcoming T20 Would Cup.Follow them:X: @ask0704#IndiavsSouthAfrica #Gaut…

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4965: IPO wave unlocks Rs 40,000 crore liquidity; YouTube sharpens live content push; and Kuku picks i-banks for Rs 3,000 crore IPO | MC Tech3 - Moneycontrol Podcast

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down why 2025 has emerged as a blockbuster year for new-age IPOs, with startups raising nearly Rs 40,000 crore as private funding slows. We also look at YouTube’s growing bet on live content and connected TVs, Kuku’s plans for a Rs 3,000 crore IPO, and why Meesho’s newly listed shares hit the lower circu…

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4965: IPO wave unlocks Rs 40,000 crore liquidity; YouTube sharpens live content push; and Kuku picks i-banks for Rs 3,000 crore IPO | MC Tech3 7:16

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down why 2025 has emerged as a blockbuster year for new-age IPOs, with startups raising nearly Rs 40,000 crore as private funding slows. We also look at YouTube’s growing bet on live content and connected TVs, Kuku’s plans for a Rs 3,000 crore IPO, and why Meesho’s newly listed shares hit the lower circu…

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The Catch Up: Corporate houses big donors electoral trusts (22 Dec) - 3 Things

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22 DEC BEST BTYE MN1 - T20 WC Squad Selection - Morning no. 1 with RJ Raghu Raftaar

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19 DEC BEST BYTE_ TAARON KE SHEHER MEIN_LOGON KI ARZI - Morning no. 1 with RJ Raghu Raftaar

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18 DEC BEST BYTE_KESCO MD MR SAMUEL PAUL ON TAARON KE SHEHER MEIN - Morning no. 1 with RJ Raghu Raftaar

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20VC's Big Fat Quiz of the Year: Founder, Fund and Breakout Company of 2025 | Predictions for 2026: The Company to Buy, The Biggest Short | Why Salesforce Could Win 2026 and The Tailwinds NVIDIA Will Face ... 1:09:42

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AGENDA: 03:48 Founder of the Year 2025 06:58 Product of the Year 10:05 Fund of the Year 20:52 Breakout Companies of 2025: Who Made the Biggest Impact? 26:57 Biggest Surprises of 2025 32:57 Predictions for 2026: Top Performing Tech Stocks of the Year 35:25 B2B Stocks to Watch 38:31 Why Salesforce Could Be the Buy of 2026 47:11 Google, Meta, Apple, N…

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When India Ages: The Policies We Need Today - All Things Policy

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Leah Govias speaks with Malathi Renati to examine India’s demographic transition and what it means for senior citizens. The discussion explores elder welfare laws, healthcare access, the expanding silver economy, and the erosion of traditional family support systems. Framed through the Samaaj–Sarkaar–Bazaar lens, this conversation asks a critical q…

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Overhauling India’s nuclear sector, Bihar lynching case, and political funding - 3 Things

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First, The Indian Express' Amitabh Sinha talks about Parliament’s consideration of a rewrite of India’s nuclear power rulebook, a move that could change who builds and maintains nuclear power plants in the country. Next, we speak to The Indian Express' Himanshu Harsh about a brutal assault in Bihar that began as a suspicion of theft, and ended in a…

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Is your Portfolio a Time Bomb? George Joseph on Market Bubbles & Value Traps. - Paisa Vaisa with Anupam Gupta

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"Popularity is the biggest risk in investing." George Joseph of ASK Investment Managers has seen the 1991 scam, the 2000 tech bubble, and the 2008 crash. In this episode, he explains why the "hype" around certain sectors today is a massive red flag. If you think you can "time the market," George shares a sobering lesson from his own 30-year career.…

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“OURS IS THE MOST DEMOCRATIC INDUSTRY!” ft. Anand Tiwari - Cyrus Says

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Actor, director, writer — Anand Tiwari joins Cyrus for a wide-ranging conversation that starts at Shivaji Park, passes through Marathi theatre, college festivals, advertising sets, and lands at Bandish Bandits, Go Goa Gone, and beyond. They talk about: Growing up multilingual in Mumbai Theatre vs cinema (and why both are brutal) Almost becoming a p…

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Bangladesh Violence - The Cārvāka Podcast

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In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Abhijit Iyer-Mitra about the current state of affairs in Bangladesh where a Hindu man was lynched by a mob and protests have erupted all over again.Follow Abhijit:X: @Iyervval#BangladeshProtests #OsmanHadi #SharifOsmanHadi #BangladeshUnrest #DhakaViolence #BangladeshPolitics #StudentUprising #SheikhHasina -------…

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Chota hafta 568 - NL Hafta

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This week on Hafta, Newslaundry’s Abhinandan Sekhri, Jayashree Arunachalam and Shardool Katyayan are joined by Development economist Reetika Khera & ESPN’s Anirudhh Menon. Check out the Newslaundry store and flaunt your love for independent media. Download the Newslaundry app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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4964: Rupee’s comeback, SHANTI Bill fallout & why you should wait to buy a car | MC Editor's Picks 4:26

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In this edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks we bring you reports on the Rupee’s comeback, the surge in investment linked remittances, how the G-Ram-G Bill changes MGNREGA, what lies ahead of the SHANTI Bill & what’s the deciding factor for someone to get hired? Tune in.By moneycontrol

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4964: Rupee’s comeback, SHANTI Bill fallout & why you should wait to buy a car | MC Editor's Picks - Moneycontrol Podcast

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In this edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks we bring you reports on the Rupee’s comeback, the surge in investment linked remittances, how the G-Ram-G Bill changes MGNREGA, what lies ahead of the SHANTI Bill & what’s the deciding factor for someone to get hired? Tune in.

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4963: Ather's insurance foray, Jar’s $100 million fundraise, Krafton’s ₹6,000 crore India bet, and why AI talent may shift to India | MC Tech3 6:44

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Jar is back in fundraising mode with talks to raise over $100 million at a sharply higher valuation. Krafton teams up with Korean heavyweights to launch a ₹6,000 crore India-focused tech fund. And Cognizant’s chief AI officer explains why tightening US immigration rules could push global AI talent toward India. We break down the three big stories o…

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4963: Ather's insurance foray, Jar’s $100 million fundraise, Krafton’s ₹6,000 crore India bet, and why AI talent may shift to India | MC Tech3 - Moneycontrol Podcast

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Jar is back in fundraising mode with talks to raise over $100 million at a sharply higher valuation. Krafton teams up with Korean heavyweights to launch a ₹6,000 crore India-focused tech fund. And Cognizant’s chief AI officer explains why tightening US immigration rules could push global AI talent toward India. We break down the three big stories o…

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The Catch Up: NIA files chargesheet in Pahalgam terror attach case, and more (19 Dec) - 3 Things

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20Product: On Running's CPO on How to Create Emotion Through Product | Why 99% of Products Fail and How to Create Cults Around Products | The Biggest Product Mistakes On Have Made & Lessons Learned with ... 56:00

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Gérald Marolf is the Chief Product Officer at On Running. Gérald oversees the full range of On's shoes, apparel and accessories to make sure each delivers performance, comfort and style. Before On, Gérald spent over a decade building consumer brands with collaborators such as Microsoft and Ferrari. AGENDA: 00:00 – Why Most "Great Products" Fail to …

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Deaths on organ waitlists, Tezpur campus protests, and Tamil Nadu export woes - 3 Things

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First, we talk to The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt about the recent govt data that underlines the wide gap between demand and availability in the country’s organ transplant system. Next, The Indian Express' Sukrita Baruah discusses the protests that have brought academic activities to a complete halt in one of Assam’s central universities. (17:15) A…

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Rebuilding the First Responders - All Things Policy

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Astha Rastogi talks to forensic science researcher and trainer Devina Sikdar about what really happens at crime scenes in India—and why it matters more than most people realise. With a new national mandate demanding better forensic response, the two discuss the gaps, the urgency, and the solutions that could re…

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TWO COMEDIANS DESPARATELY TRYING TO SELL THEIR SHOW. - Cyrus Says

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What happens when Cyrus Broacha sits down with Shreyas Manohar and Advit Mohunta? You get: Messi riots in Kolkata 🐐 Politicians handling hecklers like stand-up comics Bengali accents dissected (lovingly) Bathroom politics that can end relationships Marathi weddings, Kasata ice cream & food trauma Salman Khan drinking stories AI, kids, social media …