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The Cārvāka Podcast

Kushal Mehra
Pakistan
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Islam
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India
PTI
Climate Change
Mahatma Gandhi
Nawaz Sharif
Youth Voter Engagement
Test Cricket
Ram Mandir
Gyanvapi Mosque
Shawn Strickland
Military Influence
Energy Literacy
Drekker Du Plessis
Ayodhya
Kayla Harrison

The Cārvāka Podcast is a series of long-form conversations hosted by Kushal Mehra. The podcast covers a wide range of subjects where Kushal speaks with a wide range of guests to talk about sports, philosophy, public policy, current affairs, history, economics, etc.

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In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Kusha Mitra about the potential impact of the West Asian war on the Indian automotive industry. What are the potential medium and short term steps that the government of India can undertake to avert this crisis tha... more

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Aditya Raj Kaul who was one of the research consultants for Dhurandhar 1 and 2. This podcast touches upon the Aditya's entire journey as far as researching for the project was concerned and they also discuss some o... more

In this podcast, Kushal and Aadit Kapadia talk about the upcoming assembly elections in the states of Tamil Nadu and Keralam along with the union territory of Puducherry. Buy my book "Blasphemy: Let me Speak": amzn.in/d/0bS2pOTc Follow Aadit:... more

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Rami Niranjan Desai about the arrest of six Ukrainians and an American Citizen by the NIA for allegedly plotting terror activities in India. Buy my book "Blasphemy: Let me Speak": amzn.in/d/0bS2pOTc Follow ... more

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Aravindan Neelakandan
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Ami Ganatra
Author and public intellectual focused on Hindu scriptures.
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Vikram Sood
Former Chief of the Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW) and author
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Nikhil Mehra
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Tushar Gupta
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Rishabh Saraswat
Part of the Coalition of Hindus of North America, Canadian Chapter
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Host

Kushal Mehra
Host of The Cārvāka Podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 941 ratings
  • Very Sensible

    One of the most balanced and sensible podcasts in the Indian podcasting space

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    richmonduponthames
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Excellent

    This podcast has given me, for the first time, a good insight into India’s pre and proto history, especially the Aryan debate. There is a lot of ‘noise’ on this subject in the world of podcasts, but here there only open - minded and scholarly discussions! Great work!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mad_Mohan
    Indiaa year ago
  • Pathetic

    Hate this podcast because the host is too uncertain of his own convictions. He is like a weathervane.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TheToothDoctor
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • 👌🏽👌🏽👍

    Very Informative and interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunkenpine628318
    India2 years ago
  • Lots of love from Pakistan

    Love to know about our Past.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fightingsoul001
    Australia3 years ago

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- Some criticisms note perceived bias or hedging in controversial takes.
- General feedback highlights balanced, sensible discussions and scholarly guests.
- Listeners praise deep dives into historical and geopolitical topics.

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#231
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Apple Podcasts
#42
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Who Will Prevail In Israel And USA Vs Iran War? #iranwar
Q: What could India have done better?
They suggest expanding strategic oil and LPG reserves, avoiding an overt tilt toward the US and Israel early in the conflict, and later rebalancing diplomatically; also advocate for long-term investments in drones and missiles and exploring greater defense collaboration with Gulf nations, while maintaining non-aligned, multi-aligned posture.
Are Savarkar And Ambedkar Irreconcilable?
Q: How would you define Hindu Sanghadan and its role in Hindu unity and reform?
The guest explains Hindu Sanghadan as a unifying concept that aims to protect Hindu civilization while allowing reformist currents to coexist, with the RSS example illustrating a pragmatic approach to integrating diverse streams.
Are Savarkar And Ambedkar Irreconcilable?
Q: The real question is, why do you find Dr. Ambedkar so attractive? Why do you call him Bodhisattva Ambedkar?
The host asks about the personal appeal of Ambedkar and the reasons behind defending him in a hostile backdrop, which the guest explains as a long-standing respect for his courageous reforms and deep, reformist engagement with Hinduism.
Why Are We This Way_ A Guide to Hindu Shastras
Q: How do you deal with the pushback about who has the right to write about Hinduism?
There is a minority that thinks I shouldn't do this because I am non-Brahmin and a woman, but the majority has accepted my work.
World Cup T20 Preview
Q: What will be the implications if Pakistan and India do not play each other?
It could significantly impact the viewership and financial aspects of ICC tournaments.

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- The show features long-form conversations with a focus on politics, history, philosophy, economics, and public policy, often weaving in current events and global geopolitics. Episodes frequently pair the host with guests who provide historical context, analytical depth, and diverse viewpoints, making it a space for nuanced, data-informed discussions that challenge mainstream narratives. Noteworthy are its willingness to tackle provocative topics, draw on historical precedents, and connect global issues to South Asia and beyond. Listeners likely appreciate rigorous reasoning, contrasting perspectives, and guests with scholarly or policy backgrounds. The format tends to be lecture-like at times but remains accessible through structured deba... more

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2. Aniruddh Bhattacharya
3. Sanjay Lazar
4. Aravindan Neelakandan
5. Ami Ganatra
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