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This week on Hafta, Newslaundry’s Abhinandan Sekhri,  Manisha Pande, Jayashree Arunachalam, and Shardool Katyayan are joined by AFP’s chief US correspondent Shaun Tandon and Aditya Ramanathan, research fellow at Takshila Institution.

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This week on Hafta, Newslaundry’s Manisha Pande, Jayashree Arunachalam, and Anand Vardhan are joined by academic and columnist Fahad Zuberi and Kallol Bhattacherjee, the foreign affairs editor of The Hindu.

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This week on Hafta, Newslaundry’s Abhinandan Sekhri, Manisha Pande and Shardool Katyayan are joined by Amba Kak, a tech policy expert and researcher, and Alex Travelli, the South Asia business correspondent for The New York Times.

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Fahad Zuberi
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Independent/Analyst
Episode: Chota Hafta 578
Amba Kak
Indian technology policy expert and researcher
Episode: Chota Hafta 577
TM Krishna
Renowned Indian Carnatic vocalist, author and social activist
Episode: Hafta 575: The Naravane book row, WaPo layoffs, and TM Krishna on ‘making democracy a culture’
Ajai Shukla
Prominent Indian defense analyst and former army officer
Episode: Hafta 575: The Naravane book row, WaPo layoffs, and TM Krishna on ‘making democracy a culture’
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Cricketer and sports journalist
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Episode: Chota Hafta 572
Ishaan Tharoor
A journalist discussing US-Venezuela relations.
The Washington Post
Episode: Chota Hafta 571
Vrinda Grover
A lawyer and activist discussing bail denials in India.
Episode: Chota Hafta 571
Reetika Khera
Expert extraordinaire, columnist, professor
Episode: Chota hafta 568
Sobhana K Nair
Author and political analyst, former senior deputy editor with The Hindu
Episode: Hafta 563: Everything you need to know about Bihar

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Abhinandan Sekhri
Co-founder and Host; known for detailed commentary and discussions on media and politics.
Manisha Pande
Co-host and Senior Editor; focuses on media, social justice, and cultural critiques.

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4.3 out of 5 stars from 914 ratings
  • My Fav channel

    Unbiased, real , and that is difficult to find today.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Md.um11
    India4 years ago
  • Great way to catch up on weekly news

    I recommend Newslaundry to everyone to subscribe

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Suraj.kaul
    India5 years ago
  • One of the best podcast

    Great work team nl hafta, more power to you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    podcast-bilal
    India5 years ago
  • Extremely one-sided

    Too bad for people who portray themselves as independent media. It is quite good if you want singular perspective but then again that is not journalism but another propaganda machine in the guise of independent media.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    anon_768
    India5 years ago
  • Although I am a subscriber and like their work, can't really like the Hafta format which sounds more like chit chat rather than serious reporting.

    Podcast Addict
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    Vijay Modi
    5 years ago

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Chota Hafta 577
Q: Did you watch the live streams of the conference?
Yes, I watched about 27-28 hours of sessions streamed on YouTube.
Chota Hafta 577
Q: How was the conference? Did you have a good time? Was there too much, too little?
It had a much more mixed audience and a chaotic vibe, which created interesting dynamics compared to previous summits.
Hafta 575: The Naravane book row, WaPo layoffs, and TM Krishna on ‘making democracy a culture’
Q: What are your thoughts on the political implications of the Washington Post layoffs?
The layoffs indicate a prioritization of local over foreign news and reflect broader issues in the media industry.
Chota Hafta 571
Q: Is there any concern at all within the US political establishment, especially the Republicans?
Some initial polling shows a minority of Americans approve of the mission to take Maduro, and a larger majority do not want open-ended engagement in Venezuela.
Hafta 564: Killing of Madvi Hidma and aftermath of Red Fort blast
Q: Did it feel like freeing to write fiction after being in journalism?
It took some time to shed the rigor of journalism but ultimately, fiction allowed for freedoms that journalism did not.

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Focusing on current events and pressing issues, this weekly series presents a panel of seasoned journalists and commentators engaging in discussions that intertwine context, personal insights, and well-researched opinions. Episodes tackle a range of topics, from political dynamics and social justice to media accountability and cultural discourse, providing listeners with a broader understanding of India's socio-political landscape. The unique structure invites not only critiques of ongoing narratives but also an exploration of lesser-discussed aspects of significant news stories, making it a valuable resource for those looking to grasp the nuances of contemporary issues. This series is particularly noteworthy for its commitment to independe... more

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