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f(q) = When does simulation help? (#TIAU) SynTalk is a freewheeling interdisciplinary talk show with a philosophical approach to understanding the world from a long term perspective.

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Is that you on stage? Is the table human? Is existence necessarily a part of (even, physical) reality? Is there only one thing (brahma)? Does poetry depict reality? How is literature different from paper? Are dance and music less reality bound? When ... more

Who writes autobiographies? Is movement a choice for you? Do you plan to go back home? Have you had to leave ‘home’, forever, with fish still frying in the pan? Are you under chronic stress? Are violent people mad? Is poetry only a matter of luxury? ... more

Are you a narr-actor or a spect-actor? Are you best placed to narrate your own story? Why do those things not get talked about? Do narrations create selves? Can one perceive differently than one sees? Are certain narrators to be privileged? Are we al... more

How standard are you? What does it mean to be an Individual? Are you a Hutterite? Must charities be voluntary? What about orphans? Should the State tell us what to do? What might absence of State lead to (in various domains)? Is self sacrifice a virt... more

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Recent Guests

Justin P. Holder
Philosopher whose interests include Indian Buddhist philosophy and philosophy of science
Ashoka University
Episode: #TART (The Atypical Reality Types) --- SynTalk
Ananda Lal
Retired professor of English whose interests include theatre, translation, and Tagore
Jadavpur University
Episode: #TART (The Atypical Reality Types) --- SynTalk
Debashis Ghoshal
Physicist interested in quantum field theory, string theory, and mathematical physics
Jawaharlal Nehru University
Episode: #TART (The Atypical Reality Types) --- SynTalk
Arka Chattopadhyay
Dr. Arka Chattopadhyay teaches modern literature, continental philosophy and Lacanian psychoanalysis
IIT Gandhinagar
Episode: #TNATP (The Narrator And The Proscenium) --- SynTalk
Aparna Devare
Dr. Aparna Devare works in international relations, global politics and colonialism
University of Hyderabad
Episode: #TNATP (The Narrator And The Proscenium) --- SynTalk
Saurabh Dube
Professor, combines history, anthropology and social theory
El Colegio de México
Episode: #TNATP (The Narrator And The Proscenium) --- SynTalk
Dr. Milan Bramhe
Teaches German at IIT Madras, with research interests in German language and literature, and education.
IIT Madras
Episode: #TEHN (The Eternal Human Nature) --- SynTalk
Dr. Aditya Chaturvedi
Teaches philosophy at Azeem Premji University; research interests in ancient Greek philosophy and political thought.
Azeem Premji University
Episode: #TEHN (The Eternal Human Nature) --- SynTalk
Professor Chandran Kokadas
From Singapore Management University; focuses on political philosophy and immigration issues.
Singapore Management University
Episode: #TEHN (The Eternal Human Nature) --- SynTalk

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Beautiful!

    Such a refreshing podcast. It makes one look at the world differently. It’s so enriching and full of knowledge, which is articulated so beautifully by all the guests and the host. I’m always looking forward to a new episode. Thank you so much, please keep going!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JdksksnwaKba
    New Zealand6 years ago
  • Host can be annoying sometimes. He should let the guests complete their sentences.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    shiva subramanya
    6 years ago
  • The Ultimate Galaxy Brain Podcast

    Whoa

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SkittlesAreStraight
    United States7 years ago
  • Where are the other half?

    The three episodes I’ve listened to so far has not had a single woman guest (out of 9 guests), very strange!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    morelight
    Sweden8 years ago
  • Professors from IIT, philosophers from DU, and artists from all around India come together for intellectual masturbation. And it's actaully pretty decent. Really like the host of this podcast, he drives the discussion to something meaningful and choesive, and I don't think he gets enough credit for that. Needs more female guests though. They're kind of under-represented.

    Podchaser
    3
    pod_twit
    9 years ago

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Guests bring fresh, interdisciplinary perspectives that challenge conventional wisdom.
The host guides deep conversations with clarity and curiosity.
Some episodes feel dense but richly rewarding for listeners seeking rigorous thinking.
A few episodes have been critiqued for limited guest diversity, prompting calls for broader representation.

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#TART (The Atypical Reality Types) --- SynTalk
Q: How are we able to experience theatre as real when manifestly it's not?
Lal explains that theatre's effects depend on its artistic conventions and the audience's relationship to what is shown. Symbolic performance can evoke shared emotions rather than imitate everyday life, while realistic staging and familiar characters create other forms of connection.
#TART (The Atypical Reality Types) --- SynTalk
Q: What is often misunderstood about the nature or structure of reality?
Holder says people may use familiar words such as reality without examining what they mean. He argues that philosophers press these concepts harder and that reality does not necessarily have to be understood solely in terms of what exists.
#TTEHOW (The To-Each-Her-Own World) --- SynTalk
Q: What's the future of personal autonomy and the individual?
The discussion suggests that while the aspiration for individual autonomy remains, challenges such as technology and social structures may hinder its realization in the coming years.
#TOOP (The Oxygen Of Publicity) --- SynTalk
Q: What role does advertising play?
Advertising can be dual-sided, working for advertisers or media without guaranteeing satisfaction for the consumer.
#TOOP (The Oxygen Of Publicity) --- SynTalk
Q: Where does public opinion come from?
Public opinion evolves through external perceptions and is often measured to gauge its collective nature.

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

A thought-forward, interdisciplinary talk show that probes big ideas at the intersection of culture, philosophy, memory, and society. Episodes routinely explore how trauma, migration, and collective memory shape identity, language, and community resilience, while also examining narration, autonomy, and diversity through philosophical and historical lenses. The discussions blend deep theoretical framing with practical implications for education, culture, and public policy, often linking literary and artistic expressions to neuroscience and social dynamics. What sets this show apart is its willingness to tackle challenging concepts—from intergenerational trauma to neoliberal impacts—through cross-disciplinary dialogue that remains accessible ... more

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1. Justin P. Holder
2. Ananda Lal
3. Debashis Ghoshal
4. Arka Chattopadhyay
5. Aparna Devare
6. Saurabh Dube
7. Dr. Milan Bramhe
8. Dr. Aditya Chaturvedi

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