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ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash

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ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash gets eminent people from different walks of life to talk about issues that impact you and society at large. Join Smita Prakash as she brings important voices from the field of politics, sports, entertainment, and lifestyle. Dive in for a great listening experience brought to you by India’s largest news agency.

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Recent Guests

Dr. Bhavna Barmi
Senior Clinical and Child Psychologist and Founder of Happiness Studio
Happiness Studio
Episode: EP-387 | Social Media, Gaming & Risks Among Children | Dr Bhavna Barmi & Anshu Bedi
Anshu Bedi
Teacher at the Raghubir Singh Junior Modern School with over 32 years of experience teaching pre-teens.
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Episode: EP-387 | Social Media, Gaming & Risks Among Children | Dr Bhavna Barmi & Anshu Bedi
Vikas Divyakirti
Educator, author, and previously featured guest on episode 198
Episode: EP-384 | UGC Regulations 2026: Dr Vikas Divyakirti on Protests, Reservation & Caste Discrimination
Indrani Bagchi
CEO of the Ananta Foundation, formerly associate editor at India Today, and covered significant global events from India's perspective.
Ananta Foundation
Episode: EP-382 | India vs Trump’s Tariffs, USA-Europe Trade War & China’s Leverage | Indrani Bagchi
Gaddam Dharmendra
Former Indian Foreign Service officer and ambassador to Iran.
Indian Foreign Service
Episode: EP-381 | Iran Crisis: If U.S. Strikes Khamenei, What Comes Next? | Gaddam Dharmendra & Waiel Awwad
Dr. Waiel Awwad
Syrian-born journalist based in New Delhi, analyzing Middle East affairs.
Episode: EP-381 | Iran Crisis: If U.S. Strikes Khamenei, What Comes Next? | Gaddam Dharmendra & Waiel Awwad
Ashok Sajjanhar
Former Ambassador of India to Kazakhstan, Sweden, and Latvia
Episode: EP-379 | Venezuela Crisis, Trump’s Foreign Policy, Greenland, Chinese Weapons & India | Amb. Ashok Sajjanhar
J. Sai Deepak
Engineer turned advocate known for his work on constitutional law and decolonial thought
Episode: EP-378 | Democracy vs Demography: Will It Change Bharat Forever? | J. Sai Deepak Podcast
Gaur Gopal Das
Former engineer turned monk, speaker on leadership and self-development
Episode: EP-376 | Gaur Gopal Das Unfiltered: Religion, Politics, Spirituality, Marriage, Gen Z & Modern Life

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Smita Prakash
Host of the ANI Podcast, known for facilitating engaging discussions on impactful societal and political topics with various experts and notable individuals.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • A Must-Listen Podcast

    Smita Prakash's ANI podcast is a fantastic listen. Her conversations are consistently informative and often surprisingly fun, like the memorable "Samosa Caucus" episode. I always come away with valuable insights. Highly recommended for anyone seeking engaging and enlightening discussions especially if it regarding geo politics!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sundar.kms
    India9 months ago
  • Poor episode. Not knowing the difference between neutralizing and murder, rpg and grenade... Points to very poor meeting prep, if any at all. Made it feel like a shallow attempt at a very serious topic. Please sharpen your pencils before the paper is distributed.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    MP
    10 months ago
  • Sensible responsible and beautiful

    Really love the way things are responded to and responsible journalism at its best.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mahi2409
    India10 months ago
  • Extraordinary

    Dear Smita, I keep waiting to hear you conversing with eminent guests exploring deep insights. For me, It’s 1 hour one way travelling and what could be best utilisation than listening you. Amazing stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Critic_Facebook
    Indiaa year ago
  • Biased & Coded Favoritism

    Smita Aunty is known for biased views, opinions & coded favoritism. She considers India & Kashmir differently. She’s left leaning who asks questions of the left but the fails to ask the right questions to the left wingers. Advocates & defends the left very often

    Apple Podcasts
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    Review?? Here it is
    Canadaa year ago

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Engaging conversations that offer valuable insights on social and political topics.
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EP-383 | ‘Omnipresent’ Rajeev Shukla: Politics, Cricket, Bollywood & Power Corridors
Q: Which part of your life did you like the best?
Rajeev Ji mentioned that he appreciates all aspects of his multifaceted career, encompassing journalism, politics, and cricket administration.
EP-383 | ‘Omnipresent’ Rajeev Shukla: Politics, Cricket, Bollywood & Power Corridors
Q: When you started journalism, what inspired you to reach this stage?
Rajeev Shukla was inspired by his elder brother, who was also a journalist and encouraged him to pursue journalism, motivating him with his own experiences in the field.
EP-379 | Venezuela Crisis, Trump’s Foreign Policy, Greenland, Chinese Weapons & India | Amb. Ashok Sajjanhar
Q: So what would it mean for India regarding its energy needs with this whole Venezuela situation?
India imports a limited amount of oil from Venezuela, and will continue sourcing its oil needs from other markets like the US and Russia without significant long-term impact.
EP-379 | Venezuela Crisis, Trump’s Foreign Policy, Greenland, Chinese Weapons & India | Amb. Ashok Sajjanhar
Q: So, the US claims they are taking action against narco-terrorism; is that legal?
The U.S.'s claims are primarily based on their domestic law but face challenges as the actions are not labeled as an act of war, and there are legal frameworks concerning the use of force.
EP-379 | Venezuela Crisis, Trump’s Foreign Policy, Greenland, Chinese Weapons & India | Amb. Ashok Sajjanhar
Q: Has the US violated international statutes that govern the use of force in these kinds of situations?
Yes, the US has violated multiple international laws including those regarding territorial integrity and sovereignty as per the UN Charter.

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Conversations with prominent individuals from various backgrounds highlight the complexities of contemporary issues impacting society, including politics, entertainment, and education. Episodes feature discussions on topics such as mental health challenges faced by children, the dynamics of international diplomacy, socio-economic policies, and cultural narrative shifts in India. A unique aspect is the balance between informative dialogue and personal anecdotes shared by guests, which offers listeners a deeper understanding of diverse perspectives and developments in both local and global contexts.

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2. Anshu Bedi
3. Vikas Divyakirti
4. Indrani Bagchi
5. Gaddam Dharmendra
6. Dr. Waiel Awwad
7. Ashok Sajjanhar
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