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Students report from Bengaluru's Freedom Park as the Cockroach Janata Party protest grows beyond NEET, featuring voices from Abhijeet Dipke, Sonam Wangchuk, Prakash Raj, and protesters demanding education accountability. Credits: This episode was edited by Guru Aditya and illustrated by Vernika Singh, hosted by Shovanghi Biswas with research and reportage by Shinjini Chaturvedi and Nishtha Ch...

This episode takes you inside the PCNI 2026 conference held in Christ University on 25 and 26 June, 2026, where scholars, journalists, and media practitioners explored concepts of populism, nationalism, identity, and popular culture through conversations spanning journalism, sport, cinema, memes, and digital media. It also features a special interview with veteran journalist P. Sainath and a band...

A special lecture by P. Sainath on Rural India, Journalism and Media hosted by International conference on Popular Culture and National Identities (PCNI) organised by Department of Media studies, Christ University in collaboration with Routledge Taylor & Francis, Curtin University and the University of Westminster, London on 25th June 2026. Credits: This episode was edited by Aditya Srinivas, illu...

This episode examines the UGC’s 2026 Equity Regulations, exploring their goals, the controversies and protests they have triggered, and what they could mean for inclusion, and justice in India’s higher education system. Credits: Hosted by Shinjini, reportage by Arnabi, editing by Arnabi and Guru Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. Signature tune by Prof Ananthu. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

What happens when an insult becomes a socio-political movement? This episode traces the rise of the Cockroach Janta Party, exploring youth frustration, digital activism, political satire, and the debates surrounding accountability, representation, and dissent in contemporary India. Credits: This episode was edited by Guru Aditya, illustrated by Vernika. This explainer was researched & presented by...

This episode of Cli-MYTH Busters by Dr Kailash, examines how development, habitat loss, tourism, and conservation are reshaping the relationship between humans and nature, while also highlighting the experiences of tribal and forest-dependent communities living closest to these landscapes. Credits: This episode was edited by Guru Aditya, illustrated by Vernika. This podcast was researched & presen...

This episode focuses on the issue of textile waste and its impact on earth. Investigated by student journalists Neena and Adwitha, the episode also highlights the challenges of recycling and disposal. Credits:  This episode was hosted by Diya, edited by Neena, Adwitha and Guru Aditya, illustrated by Vernika. Reportage by Neena and Adwitha and signature tune is composed by Dr Ananthu. Learn more ab...

This episode focuses on the experience of student reporter Vernika Singh as she navigated a powerful blizzard in New York City, consequent travel disruptions, emergency responses, and the resilience of communities and frontline workers during extreme weather conditions. Credits: This episode was hosted and edited by Guru Aditya, illustrated by Vernika and interview by Shinjini. Signature tune is c...

In this Environment Day special, former Environment Minister Jairam Ramesh discusses climate change, conservation, democratic decision-making, and balancing development with ecological protection in an interview with Prachi Pinglay. Credits: This episode was edited by Aditya Srinivas, illustrated by Vernika and interview by Prachi Pinglay. Signature tune is composed by Dr Ananthu.  Learn more abou...

In the concluding episode of this series, Prachi Pinglay speaks with SEEDS Director Anshu Sharma on climate vulnerability, resilience, and policy solutions for affected communities. For more information about the organisation: https://www.seedsindia.org Credits: This episode was hosted and edited by Aditya Srinivas, illustrated by Vernika and reportage by Prachi Pinglay. Signature tune is composed...

In the third episode with SEEDS, a farmer who has lived by the Yamuna for decades tells the story of this revered but polluted river. The episode also traces the river’s changing landscape, environmental decline, and possibilities for restoration and community survival. For more information about the organisation: https://www.seedsindia.org Credits: This episode was hosted and edited by Aditya Sri...

This second episode with SEEDS takes us to Noida sector 134, and sector 135, near River Yamuna where we spoke to migrant residents who end up staying on a higher ground when the river floods during monsoons - when children miss schools, adults lose incomes and health takes a serious beating. For more information about the organisation: https://www.seedsindia.org Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Today we are very happy to announce our collaboration with SEEDS for a 4 part series . This episode is in Hindi, and it focuses on the impact of heat and pollution on the lives of families of migrant labourers - how increasing temperatures have been affecting the health, work and overall quality of life of migrant workers living in Srinivaspuri in Delhi.  For more information about the organisatio...

 This episode focuses on global waste dumping and environmental injustice, as student journalists explore stories about chemical poisoning in Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra. They highlight the exploitative systems, policy gaps, and the urgent need for equitable solutions. Credits: This episode was edited by Guru Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. This episode was hosted by Manisha Madapathi, reportage...

This episode features senior journalist Geeta Seshu of the Free Speech Collective where she explains the serious implications of the new draft IT rules that the central government has proposed for content creators, publishers and users. Credits: This episode was edited by Guru Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. This episode was hosted by Kailask Koushik, Interview by Prachi Pinglay. Signature tune...

This episode examines the Malayalam film industry assault case, exploring issues of safety, power, and accountability. It reflects on how the crisis sparked dialogue, collective action, and calls for reform. Credits: This episode was edited by Guru Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. This episode was hosted by Nishtha Chakrabarti with reportage by Anju Harikumar and Pooja V P. Edited by Anju Hariku...

This episode explores women’s voices and poetry about the 1947 Partition, capturing pain, loss, and resilience, as personal narratives reveal the emotional scars and silenced histories of India and Pakistan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode features a conversation with Jayaram Venkatesan on the role of RTI, data transparency, and civic activism. Jayaram Venkateshan is a civic activist and co-founder of Arappor Iyakkam, known for using data and the Right to Information Act to expose corruption and strengthen public accountability. Credits: This episode was edited by Guru Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. Interview by Pra...

This episode travels to the periphery of Bengaluru city to Devanahalli and brings the stories of struggles, challenges and victories of farmers who protested for over 4 years to safeguard their land. This episode was first published in English. This is the Kannada version of the same episode. Credits:  This episode was edited by Guru Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. Reportage by Anusri, Shovangh...

This episode travels to the periphery of Bengaluru city to Devanahalli and brings the stories of struggles, challenges and victories of farmers who protested for over 4 years to safeguard their land.  Credits: This episode was edited by Guru Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. Reportage by Anusri, Shovanghi, Diya, Nishtha and Shinjini. The show was hosted by Shinjini. Signature tune is composed by...

In this special episode, we are in conversation with Sreemoyee Singh, an independent documentary filmmaker to travelled and lived in Iran to make a film that brings out the extraordinary lives of Iranians in seemingly ordinary moments.  Credits: This episode was edited by Guru Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. Interview by Shradhha Shiggaon. The show was hosted by Kailash Koushik. Signature tune...

In this special episode, we bring to you a ground report from a forest that has stood strong for more than 100 million years and a special discussion with Dr Rajeevan Nair and Vishwanath S on changing rainfall patterns and its impact on our lives.  Credits :This episode was edited by Guru Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. Reportage and interviews by Shovanghi Biswas. The show was hosted by Shinji...

In this special episode, we dive into Bengaluru’s explosive cultural carnival that celebrates music, dance forms, theatre, folk performances, food, crafts, poetry, storytelling and more across 30+ venues throughout the city: BLR Hubba 2026. Credits: This episode was edited by Guru Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. Reportage and interviews by Nishtha Chakrabarti and Shovanghi Biswas. The show was...

In this episode of CliMYTH Busters by Dr Kailash, we explore the idea of the commons, that is, the shared resources like air, water, land, and culture. Through real-world examples, the show examines how the loss of commons worsens inequality and climate crises, and why community-led stewardship is essential for a sustainable future. Credits:  This episode was edited by Guru Aditya, illustrated by...

 This episode marks a special collaboration between Bengaluru Sustainability Forum (BSF) and 4C Radio….The conversation explores energy and climate change in Bengaluru and looks at factors that will impact this city’s future. Credits: This episode was edited by Guru Aditya, illustrated by Vernika. Hosted by Vishwanath S. Guests/experts: Dr Tejal Kanitkar and Rajesh Hegde. Anchor: Shinjini. Signatu...