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Bangalore International Centre (BIC) is a non profit, public institution which serves as an inclusive platform for informed conversations, arts and culture. BIC TALKS aims to be a regular bi-weekly podcast that will foster discussions, dialogue, ideas, cultural enterprise and more.

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Recent Guests

Raman Mahadevan
Historian and author focused on the Chettiyalar community's economic history
Author of Nathu Koti H Chattiyars
Episode: 382. Mobile Merchant Bankers of South India
Professor Vinod Vyasulu
Renowned public policy scholar and mentor, honored for his contributions to sustainable development
Centre for Budget and Policy Studies
Episode: 379. Sustainable Development & Public Policy
Professor Ashwani Saith
Professor Emeritus of Rural Economy and Development Studies scholar
International Institute of Social Studies, The Hague
Episode: 379. Sustainable Development & Public Policy
Professor Chiranjib Sen
Distinguished Professor of Economics and Public Policy with extensive experience in the field
VML Munjal University
Episode: 379. Sustainable Development & Public Policy
Dr. Supriya Roy Chowdhury
Visiting Professor with expertise in political science and urban studies
National Institute of Advanced Studies, Bangalore
Episode: 379. Sustainable Development & Public Policy
Perumal Murugan
Well-known Tamil writer and activist, engaged in literature and adaptations.
Episode: 361. Vaadivaasal : The Arena
Anusha Rao
Co-translator of 'How to Love in Sanskrit'
Episode: 356. How We Used To Love
Suhas Mahesh
Co-translator of 'How to Love in Sanskrit'
Episode: 356. How We Used To Love
Shashank Dalvi
Author and contributor to The Search for India's Rarest Birds
Episode: 347. Solving Avian Mysteries

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Sunaina Jain
Host of Bic Talks, dedicated to fostering informed discussion across various societal and cultural topics and facilitating dialogues with a variety of influential guests.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • New insights into our own India especially South India

    As I listen to the episodes I am thrilled and delighted at the efforts being put at showcasing the capabilities which is available amongst us and the good work being done by the eminent persons amongst us. Each topic is an eye-opener for me and I would hate to miss any show. Best wishes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bala 2706
    India5 years ago
  • Locked in: Mental health

    Very essential episode at the time of Covid19 .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shoba S
    India6 years ago

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387. Partition: Memory, Responsibility & Voice
Q: How do you ensure that the stories are complex and not flattened?
The speakers articulate their methods of preserving the nuances of personal and community narratives without oversimplifying the complexities involved.
387. Partition: Memory, Responsibility & Voice
Q: What motivated you to start working on partition histories?
Both speakers reflect on personal experiences and motivations that led them to explore the theme of Partition, emphasizing a desire to understand and convey the human sides of these historical events.
380. The Twist in the Odyssey of Naxalism in Karnataka
Q: What does it mean to be a Naxalite?
Being a Naxalite is deeply tied to the struggle for land rights and the belief in creating a truly democratic society plagued by feudal remnants, leading to adoption of arms for achieving justice.
381. The Third Moment
Q: Should Muslims emphasize their dormant caste identities in light of forthcoming affirmative action?
Yes, doing so is essential for benefiting from reservations under the OBC section, as de-emphasizing could lead to the loss of potential benefits.
381. The Third Moment
Q: Why are Indian Muslims not getting radicalized then?
The answer lies in the historically dense identity of Muslims and a lack of clarity on how to act amidst their marginalization.

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2. Professor Vinod Vyasulu
3. Professor Ashwani Saith
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5. Dr. Supriya Roy Chowdhury
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