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All Things Policy

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India
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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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Host Malathi Renati sits down with Ankita J Chakkraborty (Trustee & Treasurer, Avant Welfare Foundation) to unpack how NGOs actually deliver services on the ground and what real partnership with government looks like, beyond the funding buzzwords.

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Tariffs are back, industrial policy is fashionable again, and over the past year the United States, the country that helped build and maintain the open trading system, has spent its energy tearing holes in it, taxing allies and rivals alike. The popu... more

From the Indus Waters Treaty to the Brahmaputra's origins on the Tibetan Plateau, India's water security sits at the intersection of climate stress, outdated irrigation infrastructure, and some of the most contested river systems in the world. In thi... more

In this episode of All Things Policy, Anisree Suresh and Bhumika Sevkani critically examine the Ethanol Blending Programme as India’s long-term strategy. They unpack the complexities of the entire supply chain, from the impact of Fair and Remunerativ... more

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Recent Guests

Devashish Mitra
Professor of Economics and the Cramer Professor of Global Affairs at the Maxwell School, Syracuse University
Syracuse University – Maxwell School
Episode: Tariffs and Trade Disruption — Trump and Beyond
Akash Kaushik
Major General in the Indian Army, author on water security
Indian Army
Episode: India's Water Troubles
Narayan Ramachandran
Co-founder and fellow of the Takshashila Institution, former Morgan Stanley executive, author and commentator on economics and geopolitics
Takshashila Institution, various financial entities
Episode: Disruption in the Global Economic Order — Bretton Woods No More
Malik Moin Abbas
Teaching fellow at Palaqsha University, former fellow of the Network for the Advanced Study of Pakistan
Palaqsha University
Episode: The Paradox of Pakistan’s Kashmir Narrative
Vanshika Saraf
Policy researcher from Takshashila Institution who authored Journey of Japan's Defense Transformation
Takshashila Institution
Episode: Japan’s Defence Transformation
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?
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

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

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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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#35
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Talking Points

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Disruption in the Global Economic Order — Bretton Woods No More
Q: What historical period most shaped the current global order, and what marks its break?
Post-World War II institutions and Bretton Woods architecture created the early rules-based order, which gradually broke apart with the 2008 crisis and the 2010s shift toward greater geopolitical and economic competition, especially with China's rise.
Tariffs and Trade Disruption — Trump and Beyond
Q: Where do you see trade going forward from here? Is it megaregional blocks, bilateral FTAs, or fragmentation?
A mix of bilateral and regional agreements appears likely, with ongoing growth of FTAs alongside evolving geopolitical blocs and potential geopolitical exemptions within a rules-based order.
Geospatial Intelligence for Disaster Resilience
Q: Can you walk us through how weather models and GIS help with preparedness before landfall in cyclones?
Space-based observations and ground data feed into weather models to forecast trajectories and timing, enabling early evacuations and targeted resource mobilization.
Geospatial Intelligence for Disaster Resilience
Q: Before we dig in, why should we think of disaster as spatial problems rather than only administrative or humanitarian problems?
Disasters are interconnected across space; understanding the spatial relationships helps predict, mitigate, and monitor impacts more effectively than treating them as isolated administrative events.
Two Tigers, One Mountain: Understanding China and Japan's Rivalry
Q: So could you maybe help us understand some of the implications of that type of statement, how it possibly violates the 1972 China-Japan Joint Statement?
Vanshika explains that the phrase is a specific legal term in Japan's security framework post-2015, which could broaden when Japan considers it can deploy self-defense forces, potentially altering longstanding interpretations and signaling a shift in the Taiwan issue's treatment.

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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. Narayan Ramachandran
4. Malik Moin Abbas
5. Vanshika Saraf
6. Ashwin Prasad Rao
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