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Media scholar Dr. Padmakumar MM and student journalist Shinjini Chaturvedi analyse an inspiring story from The Times of India’s about 3,000 millet farmers in Karnataka and explore media’s role in climate change mitigation and sustainable farming. Credits: This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. The stories was analysed by Dr Padmakumar and Shinjini. Signature tune is...

This show captures the latest pulse of the city with a story on bike taxi ban, spotlights campus life and also has precious creative moments. Tune in for a special ride, made possible by student journalists. Credits: This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. The stories were covered by Abidan, Rishika, Sathvi, Steffy, Shajol. Special thanks to Ryan. Signature tune is c...

Cli-MYTH Busters unpacks climate myths, challenging feel good individual fixes and exposing systemic roadblocks. Discover why real climate action demands collective justice, civic pressure, and accountability beyond bamboo straws and LED bulbs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Engaging stories by the student reporters from both the campus and SG Palya, that affect and shape daily life and experiences. Credits: This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya and Akhil, illustrated by Vernika. The stories were covered by Abidan, Pratyusha, George and Rosarin. Special mention to Rishika. Signature Tune is composed by Dr Ananthu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

Environmental researcher Pankaj Sekhsaria joins Prachi Pinglay to unpack the massive Great Nicobar Project, exploring its ecological, social, and political impacts, while reflecting on sustained research in today’s fast paced world. Credits:  This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya, illustrated by Vernika Singh. This interview was conducted by Prachi Pinglay. Signature Tune is composed by Dr An...

In Part 2 of the episode, Dr. Madhav Gadgil reflects on the remarkable individuals he encountered during his decades of ecological and scientific work, grassroots activists, forest dwellers, and community leaders whose wisdom, courage, and sacrifices profoundly shaped his thinking. He speaks movingly of people who inspired him with their deep connection to nature and those whose silent struggles l...

In this episode, journalist Dr. Amoolya Rajappa discusses her Bengaluru-based report on how extreme indoor heat affects daily life. In conversation with Prachi Pinglay, she unpacks climate impacts, housing inequities, and health challenges. The story featured in Migration Story and The Guardian. Credits:  This podcast was hosted by Prachi Pinglay. This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya, illust...

This episode dives into climate emergency and our action for mitigation and adaptation or the lack of it. Featuring Dr. Padmakumar MM, it’s a conversation about how stories are told and the impact they could have and why the way we talk about the environment matters more than ever. Credits: This podcast was hosted by Vernika Singh. This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya, illustrated by Vernika...

 Over 100 acres of forest were cleared inside the University of Hyderabad for commercial development, sparking protests from students and researchers. Students stood up, not just for nature, but for the soul of their campus. In this episode, we uncover a movement that asks: what kind of future are we shaping if we destroy what makes it worth living? Credits:  This story was reported from Gachibowl...

Join Dr. Kailash Kaushik on Cli-Myth Busters as he unpacks the truth behind electric vehicles. Are they truly green or just greenwashed? From busting myths to questioning car culture itself, this episode challenges the hype and explores smarter, sustainable ways to move forward. Plug in for the real story! Credits: This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya, illustrated by Vernika Singh. This podc...

In this episode, Dr. Madhav Gadgil discusses the report on Western Ghats, the political backlash it faced and its increasing acceptance.  The interview highlights how ignoring ecological warnings led to disasters like the 2018 floods, the rural-urban disconnect, and ongoing environmental damage. Credits: This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya, illustrated by Vernika Singh. This interview was c...