Best India and Global Left Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 59: The Soviet Red Cross, Socialist Humanitarianism and India with Severyan Dyakonov 1:01:13

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In the 1950s, the Soviet Red Cross gained positions in the governing bodies of the International League of the Red Cross, supported by newly established Red Cross and Red Crescent societies in the decolonizing world. Seeking to shape public opinion abroad, it established medical and research facilities in Algeria, Ethiopia, Iran, Afghanistan, India…

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Ramzy Baroud: How Gaza’s Resistance Shook the Empire to Its Core 58:32

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In this powerful conversation, journalist and historian Ramzy Baroud joins India & Global Left to discuss how Palestinian resistance in Gaza has shaken imperial power to its core. Drawing from his own family’s experience of exile and struggle, Baroud reflects on the Palestinian refugee question, the devastation and reconstruction of Gaza, and the e…

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India’s Top LinkedIn Creator Reveals the Formula to 100x Your Career | EP 283 1:09:50

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The Doers Nepal – Nepal’s Longest Running Business Podcast Most people think LinkedIn is just a place for job seekers. But what if it’s actually the most powerful tool to build your career, your business, and your personal brand? In this episode, Sampark Sachdeva, India’s top LinkedIn creator with over 100K followers, shares how every client, proje…

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Laith Marouf on Gaza Ceasefire: Resistance Grows Stronger, Not Weaker 53:27

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In this episode of India & Global Left, Laith Marouf joins us to discuss what the Gaza ceasefire really means for the future of Palestinian resistance. We explore how the ceasefire and prisoner exchange are reshaping the balance of power in Palestine, their ripple effects across Lebanon and the wider West Asian region, and what they reveal about th…

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Mohammad Marandi: Gaza Ceasefire Reveals Israel’s Strategic Collapse 47:48

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🔴🔴🔴Support Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for donation: https://paypal.me/sankymudiar🔴🔴🔴In this episode of India & Global Left, Prof. Muhammad Marandi joins us to unpack the latest Gaza ceasefire and what it truly means for the Palestinian struggle.We discuss how this ceasefire reveals Israel’s strategic c…

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Urban Life in Socialist Cities in China (w/ Mimi Zhu) 47:46

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In this episode, I talk to Mimi Zhu about what China’s cities are like ad what socialism has to do with the development of these cities. We touch on public infrastructure, women’s safety, urban-rural connectivity, public washrooms, public transit, electric vehicles and more. Mimi Zhu is the host of the Roughly Chinese podcast on Wave Media, which c…

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Chas Freeman: Why This Gaza Ceasefire Won’t Last 44:38

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Former U.S. Ambassador Chas Freeman joins India & Global Left to unpack why the Gaza ceasefire won’t last. Freeman explains how Washington’s political calculations and Israel’s military objectives make a lasting peace almost impossible. He discusses whether the U.S. will truly pressure Israel to maintain the truce, and what such pressure would mean…

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The Political Right Wins Because the Left Lacks Vision 50:16

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This episode examines the uneasy balance between moral ambition and political realism. Has the right’s coherence come at the cost of empathy, or has the left’s pluralism diluted its sense of purpose? Are voters choosing certainty over openness or merely responding to fatigue with ambiguity? In this debate, we put forward two contrasting arguments. …

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UN Confirms Israel Committing Genocide in Gaza—Norman Finkelstein Breaks It Down 55:59

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The United Nations has confirmed that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. In this in-depth conversation, political scientist Norman Finkelstein breaks down the UN report and its far-reaching implications. We discuss Norman’s overall impression of the findings, how the genocide framework differs from the war framework, and what this means for int…

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US vs China Over Taiwan: Jeffrey Sachs & Joanna Lei on War or Peace 51:59

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Can we reduce the fear of death? 31:01

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Hello. My name is Anil Rajvanshi (https://nariphaltan.org/shortbio.pdf) and today I will talk about death and how to reduce fear of death. Death is the most certain thing for any living entity and yet we know so little about it. It may come earlier or later in life but the inevitable always happens. Yet we carry out our actions and behave as if we …

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Gaza 'Peace' Plan and War with Iran? (w/ Max Ajl) | West Asia Series #2 1:10:59

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PLEASE SUPPORT: Lifeline4Gaza: ⁠https://lifeline4gaza.com/⁠ One of the Sameer Project's several campaigns across the Gaza Strip: https://linktr.ee/thesameerproject In this 2nd episode of our West Asia Series, we talk with Max Ajl about Trump's so-called ‘peace’ plan and Hamas’ response to it, we discuss the two year anniversary of October 7, prospe…

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She Left IBM and Stepped in to Leadership for Women | EP 282 1:28:27

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The Doers Nepal – Nepal’s Longest Running Business Podcast Most people think success means staying where everyone dreams to be. But what if walking away from your dream job is the first step toward real leadership? In this episode, Rosha Pokharel, Founder of SolvDat and former Lead Data Scientist at IBM Watson, shares her journey from being a math …

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Daraz CLO Reveals How Daraz Really Works (Logistics Secrets) | EP 281 1:49:10

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The Doers Nepal – Nepal’s Longest Running Business Podcast Most of us think e-commerce is simple: click Buy Now, wait a few days, and the package arrives. But what really happens in between? What powers Daraz’s massive delivery network, and what does it mean for Nepal’s future? In this conversation, Santosh Bista, Chief Logistics Officer (CLO) at D…

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My Vision of India 19:28

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I think all thinking Indians who love this great country have a vision for its future. Most think about it but very few write it down. Naturally that vision is dictated by their existing circumstances, their history and the forces acting on them at the time when they write the vision document. Same is with me and what I have given in this podcast i…

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Pros and Cons of a Global Career: Mental Models, Visas, Aspirations, and Hard Choices with Abhilasha Sinha | HBS & IIT Delhi 50:41

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The U.S. H-1B lottery just ended, and thousands of ambitious professionals are asking themselves the same question: is chasing a global career still worth it? Immigration rules are tightening, borders are harder to cross, and belonging feels more elusive than ever. In this episode, we think through the promise and pitfalls of building a life across…

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Patriarchy and Colonialism in South Asia (w/ Zahra Haider) 1:38:38

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In this episode, I have a wide-ranging conversation with Zahra Haider on patriarchy in South Asia, particularly Pakistan, its connections with colonialism and imperialism, feminist resistance in South Asia against patriarchy, as well as patriarchy in the west and its connections to capitalism more broadly. Zahra Haider is a multidisciplinary artist…

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Is Russia’s Intervention in Ukraine Revolutionary? Joti Brar Responds 1:23:37

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In this exclusive interview, Joti Brar tackles some of the most pressing debates facing the global Left today. 🔴🔴🔴 Support Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for donation: https://paypal.me/sankymudiar 🔴🔴🔴 We discuss:Why Russia’s intervention in Ukraine can be seen as a revolutionary struggle against imperiali…

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KJ Noh: How the US Is Escalating Toward War With China 1:09:44

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In this powerful interview, KJ Noh breaks down the dangerous trajectory of U.S. foreign policy. We explore whether China is doing enough for Palestine, how and why the United States is escalating toward war with China, and what this means for the future of the Global South.🔴🔴🔴Support Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobal…

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Debating Larry Johnson: Who’s Really Silencing Free Speech? 1:05:05

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In this debate with Larry Johnson, we tackle one of today’s most pressing issues: who is really silencing free speech?🔴🔴🔴Support Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for donation: https://paypal.me/sankymudiar🔴🔴🔴We examine how U.S. terror laws are being turned against the Left, and why the conservative narrative…

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Episode 58: Socialist Feminism in Post-WW2 East Central Europe with Adela Hîncu 1:02:46

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We sit down with Adela Hîncu, historian and editor of the volume Texts and Contexts from the History of Feminism and Women’s Rights East Central Europe, Second Half of the Twentieth Century (2024) to discuss feminist thought in post World War 2 socialist East Central Europe. Book description: A compendium of one hundred sources, preceded by a short…

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Forget Rate Cuts — Time to Overhaul the Fed? 57:43

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As markets focus on the latest Federal Reserve meeting and speculation over interest rate cuts, a deeper question demands attention: Who really controls U.S. monetary policy—and why isn’t it democratic?🔴🔴🔴Support Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for donation: https://paypal.me/sankymudiar🔴🔴🔴In this episode o…

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Why Most Businesses Fail in Nepal (And How to Survive) | EP 280 1:57:03

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The Doers Nepal – Nepal’s Longest Running Business Podcast Since childhood, we have been taught that Nepal is a diverse country. Diversity creates an opportunity for its citizens to innovate. In this conversation, Rupesh Krishna Shrestha breaks down: If you have a business idea then what should you do? -How Nepal’s institutional “voids” create barr…

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Ground invasion of Gaza City begins (w/ Dimitri Lascaris) | West Asia Series #1 38:07

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This is the first episode of our new West Asia series, which is dedicated to covering the latest developments out of Palestine and the Arab-Iranian region more broadly. Please support: Lifeline4Gaza: https://lifeline4gaza.com/ One of the Sameer Projects several campaigns across the Gaza Strip: https://linktr.ee/thesameerproject/ In this episode, we…

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Mohammad Marandi: What's REALLY going on in Palestine Right Now 28:53

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In this exclusive interview, Professor Muhammad Marandi breaks down what’s REALLY going on in Palestine right now. We cover the latest developments in the ongoing Gaza City invasion, the new United Nations genocide report on Gaza, and the outcome of the recent OIC–Arab League–GCC summit in Qatar.🔴🔴🔴Support Independent media to remain bold: https://…

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80 Years Since the Victory Against Fascism in Asia (w/ Qiao Collective) 2:05:10

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In this episode, I’m joined by 2 members of the Qiao Collective to discuss a number of things related to the 80th anniversary of the victory against fascism in Asia. We first discuss the new Chinese film ‘Dead to Rights’ whose story looks at the Nanjing massacre, a key moment of World War 2 in China. We then discuss China’s broader role in WW2 and …

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Ben Norton Reveals the Real Motive Behind US Escalation on Venezuela 1:49:21

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In this episode of India & Global Left, journalist Ben Norton @GeopoliticalEconomyReport joins us to unpack the real motives behind the latest US escalation on Venezuela and Latin America.🔴🔴🔴Support Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for donation: https://paypal.me/sankymudiar🔴🔴🔴We discuss how Donald Trump’s P…

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Global South Rising, U.S. Falling? Wolff and Patnaik Weigh In 1:02:03

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In this 5th dialogue on India & Global Left, Professors Richard Wolff and Prabhat Patnaik join me to examine one of the biggest questions of our time: Is the U.S. empire really in decline? We discuss the nature, scale, and pace of America’s weakening global position, the rise of China and the Global South, and whether a truly multilateral world is …

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South Caucasus CRISIS What You Need to Know NOW 1:17:57

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In this episode of India & Global Left, we are joined by Lasha Kasradze to unpack the politics of the South Caucasus — Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia. We trace how the post-Soviet transition shaped each country’s relationship with Russia and the United States, and how these dynamics continue to define the region today.We discuss the recent shifts…

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Once in a Lifetime Opportunity for Nepal to Rise | Ep. 279 1:07:02

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The Doers Nepal – Nepal’s Longest Running Business Podcast Global Trade, Local Impact: A Deep Dive into Nepal’s Economic Future What if the biggest shake-up in global trade is Nepal’s once-in-a-generation opening? From US tariffs on India/China to our unique spot between two giants, this episode unpacks how Nepal can turn disruption into durable gr…

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Radhika Desai: Russia-India-China and the rise of the new global order 1:04:24

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In this exclusive interview, Professor Radhika Desai (RadhikaDesai.com) unpacks the shifting balance of global power with the rise of Russia, India, and China at the heart of a new world order. We discuss how the United States’ tariff war on the Global South is driving countries closer to BRICS, and why the bloc is becoming a real alternative to th…

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Trita Parsi: Why Europe’s Sanctions Make an Israeli-Western War on Iran Unstoppable 34:16

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Washington and Israel are escalating pressure on Iran — but will it lead to war, or a new balance of power?🔴🔴🔴Support Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for donation: https://paypal.me/sankymudiar🔴🔴🔴In this exclusive conversation, Trita Parsi breaks down the return of E3 arms sanctions on Iran and explains wha…

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[Arguable] Is Taylor Swift a model millennial business leader, or is her economic empire an exception that can’t be replicated? 45:35

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Taylor Swift has built an empire that redefines what it means to be an artist-entrepreneur. Her ownership battles, billion-dollar tours, and mastery of narrative have been hailed as a leadership blueprint for a new generation. Yet critics argue her success rests on singular talent, timing, and cultural lightning strikes that no strategy can replica…

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Why Europe Is Sanctioning Iran Now — Mohammad Marandi Breaks It Down 59:50

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In this episode of India & Global Left, we host Mohammad Marandi to unpack why Europe is moving to sanction Iran at this moment and what it reveals about the West’s broader strategy. Marandi explains the real political and economic motives behind the EU’s actions, the role of the U.S. in pushing Europe’s alignment, and how these sanctions will impa…

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India's Place in a Multipolar World (w/ Radhika Desai) 1:10:32

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In this episode, I am joined by renowned Marxist scholar Radhika Desai to discuss India’s place in the world today, and particularly among the global south. We start off the conversation assessing the US threat of tariffs against India for purchasing Russian oil, why this has caused crisis among Indian political circles, why India’s economy is vuln…

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Discussing The New Geography of Innovation with Mehran Gul 50:11

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Previously a Fulbright Scholar, Fox International Fellow and Teaching Fellow at Yale, Gul has also been a Lead for the Digital Transformation of Industries at the World Economic Forum in Geneva, and an Expert on Higher Education, Entrepreneurship, and Industrial Policy at the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation in Vienna. His book Th…

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He left Apple, Hired 100+ Nepalese and Built this Global App | Ep. 278 1:24:29

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The Doers Nepal – Nepal’s Longest Running Business Podcast Dileep Dhakal left behind a wonderful career in Silicon Valley and even a role at Apple to pursue a bold mission: to build Nepal’s first truly global-scale product — Veel App. Why would someone leave Apple ? one of the world’s most prestigious companies, to start from scratch in Nepal? The …

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Chas Freeman: The Reality of Gaza Crisis and U.S.–Russia Talks 56:59

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In this exclusive interview, veteran U.S. diplomat Chas Freeman breaks down the truth about Gaza’s famine and humanitarian crisis, while offering rare insights into ongoing U.S.–Russia negotiations. Freeman explains the global stakes, the failures of Western policy, and what lies ahead for peace and stability in the Middle East and beyond.🔴🔴🔴Suppor…

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Anthony Aguilar Exposes Gaza Humanitarian Crisis: Inside the Aid Sites 59:50

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In this exclusive interview, whistleblower Anthony Aguiar exposes the truth about the Gaza humanitarian crisis from inside the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) aid sites. Speaking for the first time, he reveals what he witnessed on the ground — the operations, the people, and the politics shaping aid delivery under war.🔴🔴🔴Support Independent medi…

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Why China's Socialist Development Threatens the West (w/ Carl Zha) 32:17

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In this episode, Carl Zha and I discuss the long trajectory of China’s socialist development, struggles within the Communist Party of China, as well as the US’ attempts so far to ‘contain’ China’s development trajectory. Carl Zha (⁩@carlzha) hosts the Silk and Steel podcast on his Youtube channel; check it out if you haven't already. Journal of Int…

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Alastair Crooke Reveals What’s Ahead for Ukraine, Iran, and Palestine 1:04:02

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In this in-depth interview, former British diplomat and geopolitical analyst Alastair Crooke reveals what lies ahead for Ukraine, Iran, and Palestine in a rapidly shifting world order. We ask him whether diplomatic talks with Russia have any real chance, and if Donald Trump is truly in control of U.S. foreign policy — or whether MAGA politics and t…

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Why The CEO Of Kantipur Resigned At His Peak? Ep. 277 1:37:40

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The Doers Nepal – Nepal’s Longest Running Business Podcast Shishir Pachhai, former CEO of Kantipur Media Group, spent over 20 years rising from an ordinary employee to the top leadership position of Nepal’s No. 1 media house. Then, at the peak of his career, he shocked many by stepping away from the CEO chair to pursue his own path. Why did he leav…

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Trump–Putin Summit Opens Historic Possibilities — Nicolai Petro Explains 55:59

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In this episode, Nicolai Petro breaks down the historic possibilities opened by the Trump–Putin summit. We explore whether Europe will veto a potential peace plan, if Zelensky can survive politically, whether Putin will push for maximum gains, and how U.S. domestic interests could derail any peace process.🔴🔴🔴Support Independent media to remain bold…

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Larry Johnson Reveals What the Trump–Putin Alaska Summit Really Means 53:48

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In this in-depth interview, Larry Johnson breaks down the real significance of the Trump–Putin Alaska Summit. We explore:🔴🔴🔴Support Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for donation: https://paypal.me/sankymudiar🔴🔴🔴What does this summit truly mean for U.S.–Russia relations?What does Russia want and what does the…

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Building an Internationalist Left in a New Era of Global Politics (w/ Breht O'Shea from Revolutionary Left Radio) 1:55:55

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In this latest episode, I'm joined by Breht O'Shea (who many of you will know as the host of Revolutionary Left Radio) for a pretty wide-ranging discussion. We talk about the state of the left in the global north amidst the Gaza genocide and its inability to effectively do something about it, we talk about broader global shifts taking place at the …

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[Arguable] Are side hustles a distraction or a creative outlet for reinvention? 49:26

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In order to thrive at work, must we always be working? For many young professionals, the hours outside work are no longer a refuge. In this episode of Arguable, Dhruva and Utkarsh explore the shifting line between hobbies and side hustles, and what that says about careers today. Are side hustles a smart form of insurance in an unpredictable economy…

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How a Simple Nepali Home Became a $139K Business | Ep. 276 1:58:32

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The Doers Nepal – Nepal’s Longest Running Business Podcast In this roundtable episode, we talk with three incredible women leaders transforming tourism and their communities: - Mrs. Basanti Rana Tharu from Kanchanpur - Kavita Raut Maharjan from Kirtipur - Aayusha Prasain, CEO of the Community Homestay Network (CHN) They share how everyday household…

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Vijay Prashad on Palestine, Russia, BRICS & the Fight for Socialism 54:26

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Historian and political analyst Vijay Prashad joins India & Global Left to break down some of the most urgent global issues — from the war on Palestine to the shifting power balance with Russia, the rise of BRICS, and the fight for socialism in a changing world.🔴🔴🔴Support Independent media to remain bold: https://patreon.com/IndiaGlobalLeftLink for…

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Victor Gao: How China Is Shaping the World Amid U.S. Containment & Global Crises 33:44

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We host Chinese scholar Victor Gao to unpack China’s foreign policy in an era of U.S. escalation. We discuss how Beijing responds to Western media disinformation, the U.S. containment strategy and tariff war, and China’s stance on Gaza amid the ongoing crisis. Victor Gao also shares insights on China’s diplomatic approach to its Asian neighbors, an…

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Jeffrey Sachs: US–Russia Talks, China-Taiwan future, BRICS Rise & Palestine's future 43:26

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In this in-depth interview, Jeffrey Sachs breaks down the US–Russia talks, the future of China–Taiwan relations, and the Palestine–Israel conflict. We discuss the rise of BRICS and its challenge to Western dominance, as well as the role of artificial intelligence in shaping the global economy and geopolitics. Sachs offers powerful insights on the s…

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