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Through conversations with top thinkers in the social sciences and beyond, economist Shruti Rajagopalan explores the ideas that will propel India forward.

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Our second scholar in the series is Sunny Rai, who is a postdoctoral fellow at the Department of Computer and Information Science University of Pennsylvania. She received her Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from University of Delhi.

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Our first scholar in the series is Kartik Srivastava, who is a PhD candidate at the Kennedy School at Harvard University. Before this, he received his bachelor's degree from Yale University, where he majored in Economics and Engineering Sciences. 

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Today my guest is Narayani Basu, who is a historian and the author of the latest book, A Man for All Seasons: The Life of K. M. Panikkar. Her last book was a biography of V.P. Menon: The Unsung Architect of Modern India. 

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Today my guest is Yamini Aiyar, who is currently a Visiting Senior Fellow at the Saxena Center for Contemporary South Asia at Brown University and the author of the recent book Lessons in State Capacity from Delhi’s Schools. Her main research interes... more

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Recent Guests

Kartik Srivastava
PhD candidate at the Kennedy School, Harvard University, specializing in development economics, labor economics and political economy.
Harvard University
Episode: Kartik Srivastava on Referral-Based Hiring, Caste Networks, and Breaking Barriers in India's Labor Markets
Narayani Basu
Historian and author of the biography 'A Man for All Seasons: The Life of K. M. Panikkar'
Episode: Narayani Basu on K. M. Panikkar: India’s Impossible Man
Yamini Aiyar
Visiting senior fellow at the Saxena Center for Contemporary South Asia at Brown University and author of the book "Lessons in State Capacity from Delhi's Schools."
Episode: Yamini Aiyar Schools Us on Education Policy in India
Rathin Roy
Distinguished fellow at the Kautilya School of Public Policy, former chief economist of the 13th Finance Commission.
Kautilya School of Public Policy
Episode: Rathin Roy on How India Slices the Fiscal Pie
Chitrakshi Jain
Legal scholar and co-author of Tareekh pe Justice
Episode: Chitrakshi Jain and Prashant Reddy T. on the Dysfunction in India's District Courts
Prashant Reddy T
Legal scholar and co-author of Tareekh pe Justice
Episode: Chitrakshi Jain and Prashant Reddy T. on the Dysfunction in India's District Courts
M. R. Sharan
Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of Maryland.
University of Maryland
Episode: M.R. Sharan Examines Decentralization and Local Representation in India
Rakesh Mohan
President Emeritus and Distinguished Fellow at the Center for Social and Economic Progress in New Delhi
Center for Social and Economic Progress
Episode: Rakesh Mohan Reflects on Dismantling the License Permit Raj
Rajmohan Gandhi
Historian and biographer involved in trust building and reconciliation efforts.
Episode: Rajmohan Gandhi Reflects on India's Founding Fathers

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Shruti Rajagopalan
Economist and researcher focusing on public policy and ideas to propel India forward.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 175 ratings
  • Passionate Guests and Host

    This is a great source of quality information about India. I am thoroughly impressed by the knowledge and passion exhibited and the sincerity of their ideas Thank You. These learned guests seem to care a lot about unemployed youth in India and are cautioning us to avoid a demographic curse.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SomaTekumalla
    United Statesa year ago
  • Shruti is exceptional

    Almost every episode is fascinating and enlightening. Thanks for sharing and teaching.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    totally disappointed 123
    United States2 years ago
  • Solid and interesting discussions.

    (Importantly, very little crap like minute-long songs, "let's take a break", minute-long roadmaps of the podcast, as is the case with too many other podcasts like Brookings Cafeteria.)

    Podchaser
    5
    John
    3 years ago
  • Recording of Khushdeep is very poor.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    Vijay Modi
    3 years ago
  • Dont miss these episodes

    Shruthi’s knowledge is impeccable

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ksnsimha
    Australia5 years ago

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The podcast has been noted for its rich content that addresses pressing social and economic issues in India, making it a valuable resource for informed discussions.

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Kartik Srivastava on Referral-Based Hiring, Caste Networks, and Breaking Barriers in India's Labor Markets
Q: What do you find regarding the retention of lower-caste workers in your experiment?
Retention improves by 40% in treatment teams, indicating that lower-caste workers are more likely to stay longer due to better job opportunities.
Kartik Srivastava on Referral-Based Hiring, Caste Networks, and Breaking Barriers in India's Labor Markets
Q: What are the outcomes you think about from the perspective of different participants in your study?
The outcomes vary; from the referrer's view, it's whether their candidate gets hired. For remaining team members, it's about fit and contribution. For the supervisor, it's about team output and retention expectations.
Yamini Aiyar Schools Us on Education Policy in India
Q: What were the reforms they tried in Delhi that you document?
The reforms included establishing a system where teachers would be engaged in regular assessments and curricula adjustments to better meet students' learning levels, but the process was fraught with challenges and resistance.
Yamini Aiyar Schools Us on Education Policy in India
Q: Can you walk us through how education is a different welfare service from everything else that the government tries to do?
Education is fundamentally different because it requires discrete, nuanced interactions that can't simply be tracked or monitored through top-down accountability, unlike cash transfers.
Rajmohan Gandhi on Revenge and Reconciliation in South Asia
Q: Do you think we have any intellectuals today who we should be paying attention to?
Yes, there are many contemplating the future of the subcontinent.

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A platform for engaging discussions led by an economist, focusing on diverse topics shaping India's future. Conversations typically feature esteemed guests from academia, public policy, and various fields, delving into pressing social, economic, and historical issues while offering fresh insights into India's cultural landscape. Unique perspectives on traditional and modern challenges address themes like labor market dynamics, education reform, and judiciary dysfunction, making the content particularly relevant for those interested in India's evolving policy landscape and social fabrics. The depth of thought and variety of expert voices creates a rich environment for listeners wishing to enhance their understanding of contemporary issues in... more

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