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All Things Policy

Takshashila Institution
India
China
United States
Artificial Intelligence
Iran
Public Policy
Geopolitics
Climate Change
Pakistan
Japan
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Economic Policy
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European Union
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Indian Economy
Geospatial Technology
Electric Vehicles

Ever wondered how automation will change the world? Maybe you puzzle over what India could do to ease traffic congestion, or how China's aircraft carriers will transform Indian Ocean geopolitics? All Things Policy, a daily podcast brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, brings you all the answers. Every weekday, our researchers break down complex economic and geopolitical ideas through the ... more

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India lists 51 minerals in its critical mineral list. This is 67% of all commercially mined minerals. And globally too, critical mineral lists are swelling.

But not all critical minerals are critical in the same way. In any case, if 2/3rds of the pe... more

The G7 summit recently unfolded in France, bringing together rich democracies across the either sides of the Atlantic that also included Japan (the only G7 member from Asia) and invitees like India. But what did the summit achieve in the current turb... more

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On May 26th, India and the US signed a bilateral critical minerals framework; the same day, the QUAD unveiled a $20 billion initiative spanning mining, processing and recycling of critical minerals. These join a growing list of critical mineral partn... more

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What are the complex web of regulations driving China's economic statecraft? Set against the backdrop of intensifying US-China technological competition and the race for frontier AI models, Kripa Koshy (Staff Programme Manager) and Amit Kumar (Staff ... more

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Recent Guests

Ashwin Prasad Rao
Staff research analyst at the Takshashila Institution; co-author of Starlink and Risks for India
Takshashila Institution
Episode: Why India Hit Pause on Starlink
Samyukta Hornad
Kannada actor and founder of Praana Animal Foundation
Praana Animal Foundation
Episode: Street Dogs: Public Safety or State Failure?
Y. Nithyanandam
Professor and Head of the Geospatial Research Program at the Takshashila Institution
Takshashila Institution
Episode: Heat: An Invisible Threat to National Security
Pooja Ramamurthi
Co-author of a policy paper on India-China climate cooperation
Centre for Social and Economic Progress
Episode: India-China Cooperation on Climate Adaptation
Shruti Jargad
Co-author of a policy paper on India-China climate cooperation
Centre for Social and Economic Progress
Episode: India-China Cooperation on Climate Adaptation
Anil Raman
Brigadier, research fellow at the Takshashila Institution, heads the Defense Fellowship
Takshashila Institution
Episode: Reading the Quad Between the Lines
Lokendra Sharma
Staff research analyst, High Tech Geopolitics Programme, Takshashila Institution
Takshashila Institution
Episode: Reading the Quad Between the Lines
Pranay Kotasthane
Chairs high-tech geopolitics programme at Takshashila; semiconductor policy expert
Takshashila Institution
Episode: The Indian interest in US-China AI Chips Tango
Will Todman
Chief of Staff of the Geopolitics and Foreign Policy Department and a Senior Fellow in the Middle East Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)
CSIS
Episode: The Iran Brief: Regional Order Unravelling

Host

Lokendra Sharma; Shobhankita Reddy; Sowmya Prabhakar; Nithyanandam; Malathi Renati; Amit Kumar; Arindam Goswami; Aishwarya Sonavane; Adya; Anwesha; Kavya Rai; Anushka Saxena; Bhumika Sevkani; Anisree Suresh; Brigadier Anil Rahman; Abhishek Kadiyala; Bigad
A core team of researchers and hosts guiding discussions and introducing guests across geopolitics, technology policy, and public governance.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 142 ratings
  • Very comprehensive and critical analysis

    I have been following the All Things Policy podcast from very long time. I always enjoy the conversation with diverse groups of people over pressing public policy issues. I can claim that I have learnt a lot from the podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jane Mohit
    India2 years ago
  • Great show

    I really enjoy listening to this wonderful podcast from the Takshishila institute. I always find it informative, and it gives me a different view of the world as compared to the view from most western outlets. Wonderful show! It is the show which really got me interested in policy podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John O.
    Australia4 years ago
  • Very detailed and informative podcast

    I really appreciate the depth of information this podcast provides. Also it makes public policy more accessible to the general population.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    psomdeb25
    India4 years ago
  • Brilliant episode. Get Alok Prasanna to speak more.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    anirudh
    5 years ago
  • Crisp and comprehensive

    Excellent articulation and a pertinent discussion for the current times

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yeahsasvi
    India6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Balanced critique of narratives with data-driven insights.
Diverse guest mix and deep dives on timely topics.
Clear, rigorous policy analysis that stays accessible to non-experts.
Concise, well-structured discussions that respect your time.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#189
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#4
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#44
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#50
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

India’s Push for Drone Procurement
Q: The way that we're currently buying drones, is it actually suited to how fast the technology is changing? Is this too much too quickly?
The host argues that procurement needs to account for rapid technological evolution, prioritizing modularity, domestically supported supply chains, and mechanisms for ongoing upgrades rather than single, large-order purchases.
India’s Push for Drone Procurement
Q: Coming to the cost, India is reportedly committing close to 2 billion US dollars to military drone procurement in the next two years. So in what way are we currently buying drones?
The episode discusses that India is moving toward domestic production and upgrading its procurement framework, with emphasis on not treating drones as traditional capital equipment but as rapidly evolving platforms requiring iterative, modular upgrades and a vendor relationship approach.
Heat: An Invisible Threat to National Security
Q: What makes heat a spatial problem rather than just a global warming issue?
Heat is localized due to varying sources of emissions, local urban form, and microclimates; mitigating it requires precise ground measurements and community reporting to map where heat is generated and how it can be reduced.
India’s West Asian War Tightrope
Q: Do you think India should have mediated more actively, given the stakes for its regional and global interests?
Vanshika suggests that formal mediation would require broader consent, credible leverage, and the capacity to absorb political blowback if talks fail, implying it may not have been feasible to press harder without creating new risks.
India’s West Asian War Tightrope
Q: Raja, how do you read the dynamic of India's balancing act—could it be seen as vulnerability or a strategic feature of posturing in a multi-aligned world?
Raja argues that the diplomacy balance is a feature of India's long-standing multi-alignment strategy, but acknowledges it can yield conflicting signals and requires careful calibration to avoid coercive leverage gaps.

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Frequently Asked Questions About All Things Policy

What is All Things Policy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A policy-focused tech and geopolitics show that unpacks current events through data-driven analysis and expert commentary. Episodes frequently explore US–China dynamics, space policy and governance, digital governance, energy security, and defense strategy, often weaving in policy implications for India and the broader Indo-Pacific. A notable strength is the mix of researchers and policy practitioners from a think-tank context, offering rigorous, nuance-rich takes on timely topics, with an accessible delivery that appeals to professionals, students, and decision-makers who want clear context and practical takeaways.

Potential listeners should expect thoughtful, issue-first discussions that connect global events to policy choices, regulator... more

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3. Y. Nithyanandam
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6. Anil Raman
7. Lokendra Sharma
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