Best Parallel Economy Podcasts (2025)

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Women in Leadership - Breaking the Glass Ceiling or Building Parallel Economies? 15:17

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🌟 Explore how women in Nepal are breaking barriers and redefining entrepreneurship! This video delves into their unique challenges, the systemic funding paradox, and the rise of asset-light businesses that address overlooked market needs. Discover the potential of a parallel economy that prioritizes resilience and innovation over traditional models…

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Why Second-Generation Leaders Fail and How to Build Lasting Dynasties 10:37

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Discover why over 60% of second-generation leaders in Nepal's family businesses fail to sustain their legacies. This video explores the critical skills mismatch, toxic financial practices, and the importance of separating ownership from control. Learn how successful transitions can lead to modern, scalable enterprises and prevent the great stagnati…

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Challenging Apologetics Of Jewish Influence 15:03

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I argue that patterns demand conclusions, that liberal democracy's weaknesses were deliberately exploited, that Christian civilization has been specifically targeted, and that the refusal to even ask these questions is not sophistication but surrender. Christ is King, His enemies are our enemies, and no rhetorical sleight of hand will convince us t…

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How Global Experience Is Reshaping Local Business Leadership and Creating Competitive Advantage 13:11

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Discover how returning Nepali diaspora leaders are reshaping local business with their global experience! 🌍 From fintech to agritech, learn about the opportunities and challenges they face in Nepal's unique market. This video dives deep into the credibility paradox and the importance of local intelligence for success. Don't miss out on the insights…

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What MBA Programs Don’t Teach and What Tomorrow’s Business Leaders Really Need 15:04

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🌟 Discover what MBA programs in Nepal aren't teaching and what today's business leaders truly need! This insightful video explores the gap between outdated curricula and the real-world skills required for success, including operational grit, political savvy, and networking. Learn about emerging alternatives like apprenticeship capitalism and practi…

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Defining American Identity In The 21st Century 21:17

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What if a nation isn’t a set of slogans but a living inheritance you carry in your bones? We open with a stark claim: American identity grew from sacrifice layered over generations—soldiers who crossed oceans, miners and ironworkers who built at great cost, families who buried their dead in the soil they called home. From that lineage-first vantage…

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Decision-Making Under Pressure – Lessons from Nepal’s Top CEOs During Economic Uncertainty 12:42

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In this insightful video, explore how Nepal's top CEOs make critical decisions under extreme economic uncertainty. Learn about their unique strategies for maintaining cash reserves 💰, embracing supply chain inefficiencies 🔄, and diversifying portfolios 🌐 to thrive in a crisis-prone environment. Discover how these leaders turn challenges into opport…

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173. Steve Levitt Says Goodbye to People I (Mostly) Admire 51:02

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In the last episode of the podcast, Stephen Dubner turns the microphone on Steve Levitt. They talk about Levitt’s favorite — and least favorite — moments from the show’s five-year run, his quest to reform education, and his next podcasting gig. SOURCES: Stephen Dubner, host of Freakonomics Radio, co-author of Freakonomics books. RESOURCES: "How to …

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Markets in the Shadow -- New Book Release 1:35

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📖 My second book is out — and this one might make you uncomfortable. When I wrote Business Alchemy, it was about the inner game — psychology, rituals, the demons in your own conference room. But the world kept asking: "What about the outer game? What about the rules that nobody teaches?" So I wrote Markets in the Shadow. This book is about the Gray…

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The Repatriation Bottleneck in Investment in Nepal - the Exit Strategy 13:35

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Explore the critical challenges of capital repatriation in Nepal! 🇳🇵 This video discusses the "Repatriation Bottleneck" that hampers foreign investment, revealing how the Nepal Rastra Bank's stringent processes deter high-growth capital. Discover insights on potential solutions and strategic outlooks for fostering a more investor-friendly environme…

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Vivek Ramaswamy Is Wrong About Everything 16:29

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Start with a simple question that refuses to stay simple: what makes someone American—documents, ideals, or descent? We unpack the creed-versus-kin debate by going straight to the sources so often quoted yet rarely read closely: the preamble’s “our posterity,” early naturalization rules, and the founders’ own writing on language, religion, and habi…

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Why Fintech Drives AI in Business Innovation? The Credit Scoring Shift 14:03

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Discover how fintech is revolutionizing credit scoring with AI! 🌟 This video explores the shift from traditional collateral-based lending to innovative alternative credit scoring, unlocking opportunities for SMEs in Nepal. Learn why data supremacy is the key to the future of business lending and how banks must adapt or risk losing out to agile neob…

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Nativity Banned, Menorah Raised 13:10

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A holiday display may look harmless, but on government property it becomes a claim about identity, authority, and belonging. We dig into Allegheny County v. ACLU (1989) to explain why a nativity can be struck down while a menorah can stand, and how that split still shapes what shows up on courthouse steps and the White House lawn. Along the way, we…

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E-commerce Nepal: The Logistics Bottleneck Bleeding Margins for Sellers 12:23

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Discover how Nepal's e-commerce struggles with logistics bottlenecks, impacting seller margins and growth. 🚚💰 Explore the crucial "last mile" delivery challenge and the need for innovative Third-Party Logistics (3PL) solutions. Learn why mastering hyperlocal delivery density is key to success in this digital revolution! 🌐📦 Join us as we delve into …

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Digital Marketing Nepal - the Agency Model Collapse Due to AI Efficiency 10:37

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Discover how AI is revolutionizing digital marketing in Nepal! 🚀 Traditional agency models are collapsing as companies shift to in-house teams empowered by AI technology. Learn about the commoditization of content and the strategic evolution of marketing agencies. Will your business adapt to the future landscape? 📈 Join us as we explore the implica…

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The Choice You Cannot Avoid 13:33

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Start with a hard claim: politics is ethnic warfare by other means. The speech we unpack insists every community organizes as a bloc, that “demographics are destiny,” and that refusing identity mobilization is a one-way ticket to loss and humiliation. It’s a stark, emotionally charged frame that promises clarity but demands a price: seeing neighbor…

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Community Homestays! The Franchise Opportunity for Rural Consistency 11:53

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Discover the transformative potential of rural tourism with our new franchise model for homestays! 🌍✨ Learn how a standardized management platform can bridge the gap between authentic local experiences and high-value travelers' expectations. By addressing market fragmentation, we aim to create trust and elevate rural homestays into thriving economi…

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The Kathmandu Bias in Digital Marketing Nepal: Ignoring Tier-2 Cities 15:06

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Explore the "Kathmandu Bias" in Nepal's digital marketing landscape! 🌍 Discover how Kathmandu-centric strategies overlook the unique consumer behaviors in Tier-2 cities like Pokhara and Butwal. Learn why hyper-localization and trust-based marketing are essential for success in these emerging markets. Don't miss insights on how brands can pivot to c…

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Future-Proofing Kathmandu: Smart Cities, Sustainable Housing 12:58

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🌍 Discover how Kathmandu can become a sustainable smart city by 2040! This video explores innovative housing solutions, urban planning, and the importance of a unified data infrastructure. Learn about the challenges and opportunities for creating a livable metropolis through Value Capture Financing and sustainable materials. Join us on this journey…

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Silk Road Ambitions: Nepal’s Geopolitical Tightrope 14:24

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Explore Nepal's pivotal role in the new Silk Road 🌏, balancing between the ambitions of China and India. Discover the challenges and opportunities as Nepal navigates its geopolitical tightrope, including the impact of infrastructure projects and energy trade. Will it become an economic bridge or face a fiscal cliff? Tune in for insights on this cri…

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Regenerative Agriculture: Nepal’s Soil Health Revolution 16:56

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🌱 Discover how Nepal is leading a soil health revolution through regenerative agriculture! This transformative approach not only enhances food security but also creates economic opportunities by turning soil into a carbon sink. Learn about the challenges and opportunities for farmers, and how policy changes could redefine Nepal's agricultural lands…

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Ninety-Eight Years of Economic Wisdom (Replay) 49:09

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The late Robert Solow was a giant among economists. When he was 98 years old he told Steve about cracking German codes in World War II, why it’s so hard to reduce inequality, and how his field lost its way. SOURCES: Robert Solow, professor emeritus of economics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. RESOURCES: "Secrecy, Cigars, and a Venetia…

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Youth Innovators Feeding Nepal: Agri-Startups 14:37

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🚀 Discover how young innovators are revolutionizing Nepal's agri-sector! From addressing market failures to leveraging tech for food security, this video explores the impact of agri-startups in transforming traditional farming. 🌱 Join us as we uncover their journey and the challenges they face, all while feeding a nation with innovative solutions! …

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The Zero-Threshold Anomaly for Investment in Nepal: IT Sector Tax Edge 16:26

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Discover the impact of Nepal's zero-threshold policy on the IT sector! 🌐 This video explores how eliminating the minimum investment floor attracts foreign firms while contributing to a talent export market, creating challenges for local developers. Learn about the strategic outlook for building mid-level talent and formalizing this new economic rea…

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Dropshipping Nepal - the Private Label Shift to Beat Customs Barriers. 15:37

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🌍 Discover the evolution of dropshipping in Nepal! 📦 The shift from low-value arbitrage to private labeling is essential to overcoming customs barriers and consumer trust issues. Learn how entrepreneurs are building brands with local warehousing and high-quality products like ergonomic office gear for quick delivery. Say goodbye to the old model an…

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Why Gab Rebuilt: Speed, Scale, And Free Speech 5:03

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Change isn’t comfortable, but brittle systems fail when people need them most. We share why we rebuilt our interface and core code to move from an aging, loyal “old truck” to a foundation designed for speed, stability, and rapid iteration. The goal is simple and bold: keep the doors open when the world comes knocking and welcome a potential wave of…

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Luxury Hospitality: the Asset Play for Investment in Nepal’s Hard Cash 11:49

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Discover the lucrative world of luxury hospitality in Nepal! 🌄 This video explores how high-end hotels serve as a financial fortress amid economic volatility, offering dollar-denominated revenue streams that hedge against local currency risks. Learn about the strategic advantages of investing in exclusive lodges in protected conservation areas and …

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Deconstructing Business Alchemy & The Psychology of Power 13:21

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Most people look at the numbers. Few look at the psychology behind them. in this episode, we take a deep dive into the flagship release from Alpha Business Media: "Business Alchemy: Rational Analysis of Irrational Methods." Join us as we analyze the core concepts of the book that is changing how entrepreneurs view risk and success. We discuss the h…

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We Stopped Caring About Their Labels And Found Our Freedom 15:22

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The grip of manufactured consent has slipped, and you can feel the air change. We take you inside the moment when labels lost their sting, when fear turned into laughter, and when a scattered crowd realized it wasn’t alone. Not with a sigh, but with joy, we map the shift from enforced silence to confident speech—and why that mood matters as much as…

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172. A New Kind of University 51:58

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Michael Crow is the president of Arizona State University, which U.S. News & World Report has called the most innovative school in the country for 11 years running. He tells Steve about why higher education needs to change, and how A.S.U. is leading the way. Plus: Steve has an announcement about the podcast. SOURCES: Michael Crow, president of Ariz…

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I Went to Bolivia Where Businesses Survive on Stablecoins 11:30

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Bolivia is facing a severe economic crisis. The country is literally running out of dollars. Their foreign reserves have collapsed from $15 billion a decade ago to just $50 million today. In June 2024, Bolivia legalized cryptocurrencies, and digital asset transaction volume exploded - growing over 500 percent in the past year. To participate in the…

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Voice Search: the Silent Shift in Digital Marketing Nepals Mobile User 13:04

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Discover the silent shift in digital marketing as Nepal embraces voice search! 📱✨ Learn how this change affects SEO strategies, the rise of the "Zero-Click Economy," and the unique challenges and opportunities within Nepali Natural Language Processing (NLP). Businesses must adapt to optimize for conversational queries to thrive in this new landscap…

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The Bhutanization of Nepals Ecotourism. From Volume to High Value. 12:23

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🌍 Discover the "Bhutanization" of Nepal's ecotourism! This video explores the shift from volume to high-value tourism, the impacts of mandatory guide policies, and the potential of a tiered approach for sustainable growth. 🏞️ Learn how Nepal can balance luxury trekking with independent travel, maximizing returns while preserving its unique charm. J…

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Healthy Food Delivery. The Cloud Kitchen Moat Against High Commission 9:21

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Discover the future of food delivery with cloud kitchens! 🌐 In this video, we analyze the unit economics of subscription models vs. on-demand delivery, highlighting the battle against high aggregator commissions. Learn how a strong D2C brand can create a sustainable business in the healthy food niche 🍏. Explore strategies to conquer the complexitie…

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The Greenwashing Risk in Himalayan Ecotourism: the Certification Gap. 10:55

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🌍 Discover the hidden risks of greenwashing in Himalayan ecotourism! This video delves into the critical certification gap affecting sustainable tourism in Nepal, revealing how inadequate waste management and misleading claims threaten the industry's integrity. Learn why genuine eco-friendly practices are essential and how the demand for transparen…

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Agrotech: the Micro-Cold Chain Opportunity for High-Yield Investment? 12:43

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Discover the revolutionary "Micro-Cold Chain" opportunity in agrotech! 🌱💧 This video explores how cold-chain-as-a-service (CCaaS) can reduce post-harvest losses for farmers, transforming logistics and boosting profits. Learn about innovative solutions for high-value crops and the critical role of data and market access. 📈 Don't miss out on understa…

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The Off-Peak Asset Strategy in Ecotourism - Unlocking Winter Revenue 14:01

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Unlock the secrets of ecotourism revenue in winter! 🏔️ Discover the Off-Peak Asset Strategy that transforms high-altitude lodges from seasonal liabilities into year-round destinations. Explore innovative marketing strategies that pivot from trekking to unique experiences like wellness retreats and creative escapes. 🌨️ Learn how to capitalize on the…

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The Blue Collar Pivot in Online Education Nepal: Selling Trade Skills. 13:40

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In this video, we explore the urgent need for vocational training in Nepal amidst a saturated academic EdTech market. 💡 Discover how focusing on trade skills like plumbing and electrical work can bridge the gap between high youth unemployment and the demand for skilled labor abroad. 📈 Join us as we discuss the potential for innovation in the educat…

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Marketing’s Addiction to AI in Business Tools: the Value Erasure Risk. 13:57

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Discover the impact of AI on marketing in our latest video! 📈 As generative AI floods the digital space, the value of standard SEO content is collapsing. Learn why relying on mass-produced content is a risky strategy and how authentic, opinion-driven thought leadership is becoming the new premium. 🧠✨ Join us as we explore the future of marketing an…

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The Data Swamp Stifling AI in Business - Why Algorithms Fail in Nepal? 15:00

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Discover why AI algorithms are failing in Nepal! 🌐 The root cause isn't tech or talent, but a lack of robust Data Governance. Learn how the "Data Swamp" is stifling innovation and leading to costly mistakes. Companies must pivot towards effective data management to avoid economic debt and ensure future success. 📊 Don't miss our insights on the stra…

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AI in Business: the Agrotech Leapfrog Solving the Post-Harvest Crisis? 14:20

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Explore how AI and predictive analytics can revolutionize Nepal's agricultural sector and tackle the post-harvest crisis! 🌱🚜 Discover the challenges of data deficits, the importance of smart logistics, and the potential for innovative solutions. Learn why the future of agrotech lies in building data infrastructure rather than just algorithms. Don't…

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A New Era for Christian Nationalism Begins Today 6:56

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What happens when a burst of conviction grows into real infrastructure? We open the door to ChristianNationalist.com, a living hub that turns belief into practice with clear definitions, searchable resources, and step-by-step guidance built for homes, churches, and civic life. Instead of chasing debates in a dozen directions, we map the whole lands…

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171. Measuring Pollution on Parallel Earths 56:01

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Michael Greenstone knows it’s corny, but he wants to make the world a better place — by tracking the impact of air quality, developing pollution markets in India, and … starting a podcast, which Steve says proves he’s over the hill. SOURCES: Michael Greenstone, professor of economics at the University of Chicago. RESOURCES: "New evidence on the imp…

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The Cash-on-Delivery Trap in E-commerce Nepal, a Unit Economics Crisis. 13:28

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Discover the hidden crisis of Cash-on-Delivery (COD) in Nepal's e-commerce! 📦💔 High Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) figures mask a dire unit economics problem, with cancellation rates soaring to 30-40%. Learn why profitability remains elusive and how a strategic shift toward digital prepayment could reshape the market. Don't miss this critical analys…

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Agrotech: the Hidden Alpha in Nepal Startups - Broken Supply Chain? 12:12

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Discover the untapped potential of agrotech in Nepal! 🌾 This video explores how B2B logistics platforms can revolutionize the agricultural supply chain, tackling post-harvest losses and bridging the gap between farmers and markets. Learn why agriculture has the highest economic ceiling compared to fintech or edtech, and how patient capital can yiel…

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The Great Convergence 11:16

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A quiet handshake inside an embassy set off alarm bells, but the real story runs deeper than a single meeting. We trace how a convicted spy, a donor class with outsized leverage, and decades of war-time consensus created a brittle status quo—and why people on the populist left and nationalist right are beginning to push against the same walls. The …

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Why Fintech Dominates Startups in Nepal? the Saturated Wallet Ecosystem. 12:04

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In this video, we explore why fintech is dominating startups in Nepal amid a saturated wallet ecosystem. 📱💸 Discover the challenges of fragmentation hindering financial inclusion and the inevitable consolidation as the market shifts toward super-apps. Learn about the “fintech hunger games” in the next 24 months, where only a few dominant players wi…

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The Reckoning They Didn’t See Coming 9:29

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The temperature in the room changed the moment we named what so many felt: managed decline isn’t a law of nature, and humiliation isn’t a civic duty. We trace how years of bans, debanking, and algorithmic throttling didn’t bury dissent—they refined it—turning scattered frustrations into a clear program centered on sovereignty, work, and an honest p…

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The Secret to FinTech Success on Nepal’s Mobile Payment Market. 14:35

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Unlock FinTech success in Nepal's mobile payment market! 🚀 Discover the secrets to building hyper-localized super apps, mastering "phygital" strategies, cultivating bank symbiosis, and leveraging data for digital credit. Learn to navigate regulations & tap into remittances/rural markets. Essential for entrepreneurs & investors. #NepalFinTech #Mobil…

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Where do cars come from in the Nepalese market? - Car crime in England. 11:44

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🚗🔍 Discover the dark world of car crime linking the UK to Nepal! This video delves into how high import taxes and systemic vulnerabilities have made Nepal a hotspot for stolen vehicles. Learn about the economic impact on legitimate businesses, the risks for financial institutions, and actionable digital solutions to combat this illicit trade. Let's…