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Bharatvaarta

Bharatvaarta
India
China
Geopolitics
Mughal Empire
United States
Pakistan
Aurangzeb
Hinduism
Indian History
Akbar
Bangladesh
Maratha Empire
Shivaji Maharaj
Maharashtra
Babur
Indian Premier League
$1 Trillion Economy Goal
Congress Party
BJP
Electoral Bonds

Bharatvaarta podcast is a commentary on politics, policy and culture focused on India. The podcast brings together people from different walks of life who have varied and interesting perspectives on what's happening around us.

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Latest Episodes

One Indian’s vote is worth 2.5 times another Indian’s vote.

According to Professor Gautam Desiraju, that single fact reveals a deep flaw in Indian democracy—and fixing it could require redrawing the map of India itself.

Most Indians have never hear... more

Most Indians, when they get a job at Microsoft in Seattle, never look back.

Rishi Bal did look back.

He left a comfortable engineering career in the US — at one of the world's most valuable tech companies — and came home to build something India do... more

The post-WW2 world order is dead. The UN doesn't work. The WTO can't function. Multilateralism has collapsed. And the world is now in a dangerous "interregnum" — a period of fragmentation, conflict, and competing alliances where every country is figh... more

India has 20–25 years. After that, the demographic window closes.

That is the central claim of this conversation. India is racing to do in 50–60 years what the West did in 150–200. To grow rich before it grows old. To become a developed economy whil... more

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Recent Guests

Rishi Bal
CEO of BharatGen, IIT Bombay-affiliated founder
BharatGen
Episode: Why He Walked Away From Microsoft To Build India's AI | Rishi Bal, BharatGen CEO
Mohan Kumar
Former Indian ambassador and negotiator, author of India's Moment
Former Indian Foreign Service / Government of India
Episode: A Former Ambassador Reveals What Happens Inside India's Toughest Global Negotiations | Mohan Kumar
Shashi Shekhar Vempati
Former CEO of Prasar Bharati, key figure in BJP's digital strategy in 2014
Prasar Bharati
Episode: 🤯How PM Modi Won, Deepfake Politics & India's AI Race 🚨| Shashi Shekhar Vempati
Saurabh Mukherjea
Author of Behold the Leviathan and Breakpoint, investor
Independent investor/author
Episode: India's Middle Class is breaking | ft. Saurabh Mukherjea
Anuradha Goyal
Writer, traveler and storyteller focused on India's heritage and temples
Indie Tales (publisher)
Episode: Anuradha Goyal on Temple Culture
Vivek Raghavan
CEO of Sarvam AI, involved with Aadhaar and sovereign AI initiatives
Sarvam AI
Episode: Is India Repeating Its Biggest Historical Mistake🤯 | Vivek Raghavan, Maker of Aadhaar, CEO Sarvam AI
Medha Bhaskaran
Author of Queen Tara, Kali of the Deccan
Independent author
Episode: Story of Maharani Tarabai - Maratha Queen who Defeated Aurangzeb | Medha Bhaskaran
Uday S. Kulkarni
Historian and author discussing Maratha history
Independent scholar / author
Episode: The Empire That Almost Ruled India | Uday S. Kulkarni
Velina Tchakarova
Geopolitical analyst, founder of FACE or FACEE, advisory firm
FACE (For A Conscious Experience)
Episode: Cold War 2.0 Explained | Velina Tchakarova on Wars, Power & India’s Choices

Host

Roshan Cariappa
Host of Bharatvaarta

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • A very interesting discussion on Hindu diaspora's dilemmas and the way forward.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    drtsrk
    7 months ago
  • Interesting topics covered,

    Great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bira707
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast

    Great series covering contemporary topics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sid_0692
    United States4 years ago
  • This is a must listen podcast if you're politically and /or socially inclined in general. Not a lot of shows, especially in the audio only genre, truly can claim to host voices from every end of the ideological spectrum which BharatVaarta does with utmost neutrality. True to its name, this one is all you need to sound smart in your circle. Just wish there were more episodes every week than just one!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Rat_emout
    6 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Thoughtful, well-researched discussions that illuminate complex topics.
Strong sourcing and clear explanations; could benefit from lighter episodes for variety.
High-caliber conversations that can be dense but rewarding for curious listeners.
Great breadth across politics, history, and technology with practical implications.
Guests bring credible expertise that deepens understanding of current events.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#12
India/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts
#152
India/News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why He Walked Away From Microsoft To Build India's AI | Rishi Bal, BharatGen CEO
Q: What should Indians do to get back into AI leadership and contribute to BharatGen's mission?
Visit and engage with local AI companies across cities, participate in ecosystem-building efforts, contribute to India-centric datasets and benchmarks, and collaborate on open AI models and infrastructure that serve India's needs.
Why He Walked Away From Microsoft To Build India's AI | Rishi Bal, BharatGen CEO
Q: What are the biggest challenges India faces in AI today?
Talent readiness and the lack of a deep pipeline of advanced ML/AI graduates is a major bottleneck, along with building scalable data, culture-aligned models, and sustainable funding and policy support to foster long-horizon innovation.
Why He Walked Away From Microsoft To Build India's AI | Rishi Bal, BharatGen CEO
Q: What is BharatGen and how does its not-for-profit model work in practice?
BharatGen is structured as a non-profit housed within IIT Bombay, funded by the government, focused on building foundational models and advancing India's AI sovereignty while growing the local talent and ecosystem with interns, researchers, and cross-institution collaborations.
Why He Walked Away From Microsoft To Build India's AI | Rishi Bal, BharatGen CEO
Q: Why do we need sovereign AI and what does it mean actually?
Sovereignty means guaranteed access to critical technology, control over its roadmap and behavior, and the ability to service the AI locally to meet national needs, ensuring reliability and alignment with local values.
Why He Walked Away From Microsoft To Build India's AI | Rishi Bal, BharatGen CEO
Q: So, what's your advice to a 21, 22 year old kid who's going to graduate?
The most important thing is a growth mindset and the ability to continuously learn and adapt, plus viewing AI changes as opportunities rather than threats and seeking ways to contribute to AI adoption in fields like accounting or education.

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What is Bharatvaarta about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show coverage spans politics, policy, economy and culture in India, with frequent deep-dives into digital governance, sovereignty in technology, regional histories, and religious-cultural topics. Episodes pair high-profile experts, historians, and policymakers to unpack complex issues like AI governance, public broadcasting reform, middle-class dynamics, temple culture, and military strategy, often linking historical context to current policy debates. A notable trait is the blend of rigorous analysis with accessible storytelling, making intricate subjects tangible for listeners who want both context and practical implications. The program often features guests from government-linked institutes, think tanks, publishing, and independent r... more

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1. Rishi Bal
2. Mohan Kumar
3. Shashi Shekhar Vempati
4. Saurabh Mukherjea
5. Anuradha Goyal
6. Vivek Raghavan
7. Medha Bhaskaran
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