Best Stable Diffusion Podcasts (2025)

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For India's Tech Future: Scientific Investments We Can't Ignore 33:48

9m ago33:48

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In an era prioritising rapid technological output, this episode explores a crucial counterbalance: the need for deep investment in fundamental science. There is a symbiotic relationship between science and technology, which brings with it societal values and thinking. Join Shambhavi Naik and Ashwin Prasad as they discuss why a robust scientific fou…

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Media Matters: You Are What You Consume 38:54

21m ago38:54

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Manoj Kewalramani and Astha Rastogi unpack the shifting dynamics of media consumption — from the rise of emotional content and algorithmic curation to the erosion of trust in traditional news. Together, they explore what it means to engage meaningfully with media in an age of noise, distraction, and disinformat…

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Rethinking India's Nuclear Liability Regime 44:56

11m ago44:56

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After a lull of many years, there’s so much happening in India’s nuclear energy sector this year. On 1 Feb 2025, when Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the first full budget of Modi 3.0, she made a major policy announcement related to nuclear energy: the intention to amend the liability law, also referred to as CLNDA in short. But what …

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A Geospatial Lens on Bengaluru's Floods 36:23

1d ago36:23

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Urban floods in cities like Bangalore are becoming more frequent and disruptive. In this episode of All Things Policy, Avinash Shet and Dr Y. Nithiyanandam, a professor and the head of the Geospatial Program at the Takshashila Institution, explore how geospatial technologies—maps, sensors, and AI—can aid in planning, mitigation, and sustainable flo…

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How can India Engineer the Next-Gen Fighter? 39:35

2d ago39:35

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India's defence ecosystem needs a refined approach to fighting the next generation of battle, and that needs a vision for developing next-gen jet engines. In this episode of All Things Policy, Avinash Shet and Anushka Saxena discuss India's fighter jet engine ecosystem and the challenges facing the LCA Tejas and Kaveri engine programmes. Avinash al…

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Say hi at AI Engineer World's Fair 1:37

18h ago1:37

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It's been a while since I've released an episode. I'm heading to the AI Engineer World's Fair tomorrowv If you're going to be there, I am going to be wearing a Superman shirt, so come say hi! I would love to talk to listeners and hear how your prompting journey has been going. I'm also planning on restarting the podcast, with one of a couple diffe…

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What the Repeal of the AI Diffusion Framework Means for India and the World 44:46

3d ago44:46

44:46

The AI diffusion framework was repealed by the Trump administration shortly before it was to come into force on 15 May 2025. In this episode of All Things Policy Rijesh Panicker, Ashwin Prasad and Bharath Reddy unpack what this means for India and the world. The PGP is a comprehensive 48-week hybrid programme tailored for those aiming to delve deep…

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Debunking Fitness Myths, with Jodi Barrett - HS#42 25:27

3d ago25:27

25:27

Welcome to Episode 42 of The Hockey Stick Show! I'm Miko Pawlikowski, and today, I'm excited to share my conversation with Jodi Barrett of KB Stronger. We talked about fitness, the myths surrounding it, and how to make exercise a consistent part of our lives without feeling overwhelmed. Debunking Fitness Myths I started our chat by asking Jodi abou…

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China's Vision for National Security, Codified 32:11

6d ago32:11

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Manoj Kewalramani and Anushka Saxena discuss the codification of China's security view and policy in its latest White Paper on National Security in the New Era. They analyse the key takeaways of the paper, including China's red lines, approach to the Asian regional order, and tensions with the West. The PGP is …

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Beyond the Gated Walls: Bengaluru’s Samaj, Sarkar & Bazar 48:23

7d ago48:23

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Every painted wall, pothole & traffic in Bengaluru has a story to tell. In this episode of All Things Policy, Pravar Choudhary of Bengawalks and I, Sowmya Prabhakar, COO of Takshashila Institution, take a stroll exploring the dynamics of the markets, society & government. From gated communities to badly designed footpaths, from heritage buildings t…

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Forging the Future of India’s Airpower 34:25

8d ago34:25

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We have much to be heartened about India’s air power capabilities in the recent India-Pak military escalations. However, this is not a time for complacency, and many challenges lie ahead. In this episode of All Things Policy, Shobhankita Reddy sits down with Aditya Ramanathan, Research Fellow with the Takshashila Institution, to unpack and understa…

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Post-Sindoor: India’s Path to Defence Innovation 40:05

9d ago40:05

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Prof. Y. Nithiyanandam speaks with Cmde (Dr) Arun Pratap Golaya about the significance of Operation Sindoor and what it reveals about India’s indigenous defence ecosystem. They reflect on the opportunities it presents, the structural challenges startups face, and the need to bridge the gap between research, inn…

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AI lab TL;DR | Anna Mills and Nate Angell - The Mirage of Machine Intelligence 20:50

8d ago20:50

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🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Anna and Nate unpack why calling AI outputs “hallucinations” misses the mark—and introduce “AI Mirage” as a sharper, more accurate metaphor. From scoring alternative terms to sparking social media debates, they show how language shapes our assumptions, trust, and agency in the age of generative AI. The takeaway: choosing th…

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Assessing the Chinese perspective on the recent India-Pakistan escalations 46:12

10d ago46:12

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How have Chinese analysts and citizen commentators responded to the April 22 terror attack on civilians in Pahalgam, Kashmir, and the subsequent military escalations between India and Pakistan? Given that China is an interested party, a regional power, Pakistan's ally and a threat actor for India, understanding Chinese discourse on these events is …

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Decoding Operation Sindoor 25:29

13d ago25:29

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Aishwaria Sonavane and Shobhankita Reddy unpack Operation Sindoor and examine how India’s response to cross-border terrorism by Pakistan-based outfits has shifted from restraint to assertive retaliation, marked by deep strikes, drone warfare, and public red lines. They discuss the strategic risks of this new po…

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India-EU: Building the Next Chapter 31:31

14d ago31:31

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Vanshika Saraf is joined by Dr. Garima Mohan, Senior Fellow at the German Marshall Fund’s Indo-Pacific Program, to unravel the dynamics of India–EU ties at a time of deep geopolitical churn. They explore the state of the long-delayed India–EU FTA, Europe’s recalibration amid the Ukraine war and shifting transat…

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The Significance of India's Coastline Delineation 28:49

15d ago28:49

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India recently reported a major increase in its coastline. From 7516 Km in 1970, the length now stands at 11098 Km. The accurate measurement is essential for various aspects, including maritime security and credibility in maritime disputes. In this episode of All Things Policy, Swathi Kalyani, Research Analyst with the Geospatial Programme at the T…

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Understanding the India-UK FTA 29:42

16d ago29:42

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India and the UK concluded an FTA after close to 3.5 years of negotiations. In this episode of All Things Policy, Suman Joshi talks to Shikha Tomar and Anisree Suresh to understand what it means for both countries. The PGP is a comprehensive 48-week hybrid programme tailored for those aiming to delve deep into the theoretical and practical aspects …

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Sky Sentinels: New Frontiers of Drone Warfare 54:18

17d ago54:18

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Join Colonel Vikrant Shinde and Arindam Goswami in this episode of All Things Policy, where we dive into one of the most transformative developments in modern warfare and aviation: the rise of unmanned aerial systems. Vikrant, a Research Fellow at Takshashila, is working on a research paper on this very subject, which will be out very soon. From th…

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From Hawaii to DNSimple, with Anthony Eden - HS#41 53:29

18d ago53:29

53:29

In Episode 41 of the Hockeystick Show, I had the pleasure of speaking with Anthony Eden, a seasoned veteran in the domain and DNS space, who shared his journey and provided invaluable insights into the industry. From his tales of moving his family to Hawaii to the intricate workings of the internet's backbone—the DNS system—Anthony offered both a d…

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When AI Gets Too Smart: Pull the Plug (Or Sabotage First)? 47:41

20d ago47:41

47:41

In this episode of All Things Policy, Rijesh Panicker, Bharath Reddy, and Ashwin Prasad discuss the strategic future of humanity with AI, based on the Superintelligence strategy paper. What will the future with AI look like? When might AI achieve critically dangerous capabilities? If one country's AI project threatens global stability, should rival…

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India's Overcrowded and Overburdened Prison System 42:39

21d ago42:39

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This episode will take a closer look at India’s mechanism to release prisoners, particularly in light of the reality of prison overcrowding and the significant number of people in jail awaiting completion of their trials. According to a Supreme Court estimate, India has over 5.7 lakh prisoners confined in various jails across the country, of which …

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Pretty Art, Ugly Footprint: Building Sustainable AI 25:03

22d ago25:03

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In today's episode of "All Things Policy," Adya Madhavan and Anwesha Sen delve into the escalating energy demands of Artificial Intelligence. They discuss how the rapid growth of AI, exemplified by tools like ChatGPT, comes with a significant and often overlooked environmental cost due to the immense electricity consumption of data centers. The con…

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Publishing in India 31:31

23d ago31:31

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Why is it a task to get research and books funded and published? From acquiring agents, preparing manuscripts, approaching publishers and finally marketing the written word. In this episode of All Things Policy, Leah Govias and Kavitha Rao, the writer and journalist and the author of 'Spies, Lies and Allies: The Extraordinary Lives of Chatto and Ro…

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AI lab TL;DR | Emmie Hine - Can Europe Lead the Open-Source AI Race? 11:03

28d ago11:03

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🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Emmie Hine (Yale Digital Ethics Center) makes the case for Europe’s leadership in open-source AI—thanks to strong infrastructure, multilingual data, and regulatory clarity. With six key policy recommendations, the message is clear: trust and transparency can make EU models globally competitive. 📌 TL;DR Highlights ⏲️[00:00] …

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India–US Trade in the Trump 2.0 Era 50:02

24d ago50:02

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Donald Trump's second term as the United States president started on January 20, 2025. India-US trade relations have been in a phase of heightened negotiations and readjustments ever since. In this episode of All Things Policy, Anupam Manur and Sarthak Pradhan talk about various trade-related developments that have dominated the news cycle and disc…

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Operation Sindoor: Rethinking India’s Military Doctrine Against Pakistan 31:17

27d ago31:17

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Aishwaria Sonavane speaks with Dr. Happymon Jacob about Operation Sindoor and its implications for India’s evolving military doctrine against Pakistan. They unpack how the Pahalgam attack has catalysed a strategic shift in India’s response to terrorism, the blurring of conventional and subconventional warfare, …

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Evolution of Mediation in India 22:40

28d ago22:40

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Astha Rastogi, Programme Manager for Defence and Foreign Affairs, in conversation with Yamini J Kumar, who is the Assistant Programme Manager for Law Enforcement & Policing Fellowship, talks about the evolution of mediation, its challenges in India and suggested policies that could be implemented. From a court-…

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Who Tells Your Phone the Time? 35:43

29d ago35:43

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Your phone needs the right time, but so do robotic vacuum cleaners, drones, and countless other autonomous machines. So, who tells them all? Listen as Avinash Shet and Ashwin Prasad discuss the fascinating technology of timing satellites and their crucial, often invisible, role in synchronising our modern world. The PGP is a comprehensive 48-week h…

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Fiscally Federal or Flailing? The Case of China's Local Government Finances 39:30

1M ago39:30

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With the ensuing trade and tariff war between China and the US, external economic hostility is mounting onto Beijing's ongoing economic woes. The major stakeholders responsible for powering China through this tumultuous economic period are China's local governments. In this episode of 'All Things Policy', Amit Kumar discusses with Anushka Saxena ho…

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India’s Science & Tech Journey: Past Lessons, Future Directions 47:16

1M ago47:16

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Avinash Shet is joined by Aakash Kumar to trace the evolution of India’s science and technology ecosystem. The episode explores how India’s scientific foundations were laid post-independence under Nehru’s vision of state-led development, discusses the enduring legacy of colonialism, and assesses today’s challen…

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Building Checkly, with Hannes Lenke - HS#40 37:56

1M ago37:56

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Welcome to Episode 40 of The Hockeystick Show! I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Hannes Lenke, CEO and co-founder of Checkly—a forward-thinking company bridging the gap in DevOps with innovative monitoring solutions. Hannes shared his journey from the spark of a side project to a full-fledged startup success. Here are some key takeaways …

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Maritime Power in China's Grand Strategy 46:30

1M ago46:30

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In this episode, Dr Y. Nithiyanandam, Professor at the Takshashila Institution, engages in an insightful discussion with Vice Admiral Anil Kumar Chawla (Retd) on the themes explored in his recent book, "Maritime Power and China’s Grand Strategy". Together, they examine China’s growing maritime ambitions—from its naval expansion and the “String of P…

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Trump's Tariff Pause and Implications for India 31:49

1M ago31:49

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Trump's tariffs have been the talk of the geoeconomics town for the past few weeks. Most recently, he announced a 90 day pause on his own tariffs. What does this pause mean for the world and India? Are there any opportunities that India can catch onto amidst all the confusion that surrounds this tariff regime? Tannmay Kumarr Baid sits down with Anu…

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Aryabhata at 50: The Satellite That Launched a Space Nation 30:39

1M ago30:39

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Fifty years ago, a modest satellite named Aryabhata marked India's bold entry into space. In this episode of All Things Policy, ShreeKeerthi, Research Analyst and Prof. Dr. Y Nithiyanadam of the Geospatial Programme at Takshashila Institution, trace Aryabhata's journey from its creation in Bangalore to its launch from the Soviet Union during the ge…

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Internet in the Space Age 37:07

1M ago37:07

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Ashwin Prasad and Aishwaria Sonavane discuss satellite internet. We live in a hyper-connected world, and satellite internet mega constellations are the next leap. Thousands of Low-Earth Orbit satellites are working together to beam internet globally, representing a massive infrastructure and space tech innovati…

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Maps: The New Mirrors to Our Society 40:37

1M ago40:37

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Maps don't just guide us; they help in decision-making. From our food apps to how well we are prepared for disaster management, location is our new currency. In this episode, Y. Nithiyanandam & Sowmya Nandan from Takshashila talk about how geospatial work impacts our markets, governance and our everyday lives. Location isn’t just a pin—it’s power. …

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Rethinking Migration: Myths, Policies, and Global Realities 23:32

1M ago23:32

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Aishwaria Sonavane sits down with Danish Zahoor to disentangle some of the myths surrounding global migration. The conversation explores the growing backlash against migration in developed countries, tracing its roots to globalisation and examining the potential consequences for global economic integration. It …

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AI-Powered Space Planning with QBIQ 47:20

1M ago47:20

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In this episode, we’re joined by Roey Granot, co-founder of QBIQ, a trailblazing company using artificial intelligence to transform how we design and plan spaces. QBIQ’s platform allows brokers, landlords, architects, and tenants to generate instant, customized layout plans and immersive 3D tours—redefining workflows across real estate and architec…

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Decoding India's Labour Codes 36:20

2M ago36:20

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In 2019-2020, Parliament passed four labour codes which merged twenty-nine existing labour laws into four broad categories intended to ensure, inter alia, universalisation of wages and social security, ensuring a safe and healthy workplace and formalisation of employment. With the Union government announcing its intention for the implementation of …

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Ripple and Rules: Rethinking the Indus Water Treaty 26:48

1M ago26:48

26:48

The Indus Treaty has been called as one of the world's most enduring water sharing agreements, but is that so? In this episode of All Things Policy, Swathi Kalyani, Research Analyst with the Geospatial Programme at the Takshashila Institution and Arpan A Chakravarty, Research Fellow at the India Foundation, explore the origins of IWT in the afterma…

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AI lab TL;DR | Milton Mueller - Why Regulating AI Misses the Point 18:06

1M ago18:06

18:06

🔍 In this TL;DR episode, Milton Mueller (the Georgia Institute of Technology School of Public Policy) argues that what we call “AI” is really just part of a broader digital ecosystem. Instead of vague, top-down AI regulation, he calls for context-specific rules that address actual uses—like facial recognition or medical diagnostics—rather than the …

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Social Cost of AI-Generated Art 26:30

2M ago26:30

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OpenAI released GPT-4o, which included art generation, particularly Studio Ghibli-style anime recreation of users’ pictures. This update took the internet by storm, and social media platforms were flooded with people recreating their images in Studio Ghibli-style. Parallely, conversations around the integrity of art/artwork, copyright, intellectual…

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The Science and Ethics of De-Extinction 35:50

2M ago35:50

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Recently, a Dallas-based biotech company, Colossal Biosciences, announced that it has been able to resurrect a species of wolf that went extinct around 12,500 years ago. It claims these dire wolves are the “world’s first successfully de-extincted animals.” What does this mean for science, ecosystems, and society? In this conversation with Sarthak P…

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The Black Sea Deal: A Quick Fix or a Stable Solution? 31:24

2M ago31:24

31:24

The recent talks between Russia and the US discussed reviving a maritime security arrangement in the Black Sea. This has been widely touted as a step in the right direction towards ceasing hostilities between Russian and Ukraine. In this episode of All Things Policy, Adya Madhavan and Anushka Saxena explore whether this is really the case, and disc…

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Signals from the Signal Chat Leak 45:07

2M ago45:07

45:07

On 24 March 2024, The Atlantic's editor published a story that broke the internet. He revealed being accidentally added to a Signal chat group called 'Houthi PC small group' in which the who's who of senior US national security leadership discussed striking the Houthis in Yemen. After the White House tried to downplay the issue, The Atlantic publis…

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Inside the Lok Sabha: Who Really Cares About Foreign Policy? 36:09

2M ago36:09

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How Should India Navigate Tech Geopolitics? 48:01

2M ago48:01

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The last few years have been defined by an increased contestation between the US and China that increasingly spills into technological domains such as AI, semiconductors or even space. In addition to this tech warfare, developing countries are concerned about the security of their supply chains — especially in the chips and telecom sectors. Given b…

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Impact of Technology in Law Enforcement and Policing 42:49

2M ago42:49

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Yamini J Kumar, in conversation with Mr. Javeed Ahmad, talks about how technology is reshaping law enforcement and policing in India. From AI-based surveillance to cybercrime laws, we discuss both the opportunities and the challenges that come with tech-driven policing. Our guest, Mr. Javeed Ahmed, a seasoned I…

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Government Powered Podium Dreams 39:19

2M ago39:19

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Malathi Renati chats with Cmdr Rajesh Rajagopalan, the first CEO of the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS), as he shares insightful experiences from his pioneering role. From heartwarming stories of government-led efforts to support and uplift athletes to reflections on public-private partnerships (PPP) and hi…

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