Spilling the Beanz

Welcome to Season 4, Episode 1 of Congressukaaran - Spilling The Beanz! ☕🎙️ In this premier episode, we sit down with one of Kerala's most talked-about youth political icons—Chandy Oommen MLA. Moving away from conventional politics with minimal banners, zero-cost PR, and choosing to walk with the people, Chandy Oommen shares his unique evolutionary journey from his KSU days to becoming the ML...

Are more than half of the medicines we consume completely unnecessary? In this eye-opening episode of Congressukaaran - Spilling The Beanz (Season 3), B. Rajan, the former President of the Kerala State Pharmacy Council, breaks down the hidden politics, policy failures, and structural challenges within India’s and Kerala's healthcare sectors. We dive deep into why a state with just 3% of the po...

Does social media presence equal political power, or is ground reality something else entirely? Welcome to Season 3, Episode 2 of Spilling the Beanz . In this episode, host Deepu Karunakaran sits down with K.S. Gopakumar (KPCC General Secretary) for an unfiltered look into the mechanics of modern political campaigns, leadership, and organization. As digital media changes how elections are fought,...

In our Season 3 opener, filmmaker Deepu Karunakaran sits down for a rare, high-stakes conversation with Mani C. Kappen, MLA . From his days as a champion volleyball player alongside Jimmy George to producing some of Mollywood’s biggest hits like Meleparambil Aanveedu , Mani C. Kappen has lived many lives. In this episode, he opens up about his "Vision 2036" for Kerala’s sports, his roadm...

“Politics isn't about what the party gives you—it's about what you can give to the party.” In this episode of Spilling the Beanz , we sit down with Dr. Arifa Sainudeen , a prominent Neonatologist, Pediatrician, and a voice of deep political conviction. As the daughter of the late A. Nafeesath Beevi (the first female Deputy Speaker of Kerala), Dr. Arifa brings a unique perspective on the ev...

"The heartbeat of the world is economics." In this hard-hitting episode of Spilling the Beanz , we sit down with renowned socio-economic analyst Dr. P. Krishna Kumar to dissect the financial crisis looming over Kerala. With the state’s total debt projected to hit ₹6 Lakh Crore by 2026, we ask the tough questions: The Debt Trap: How did we jump from ₹1.5 Lakh Crore to ₹6 Lakh Crore in jus...

Can you be a top-tier IT professional and a dedicated political activist at the same time? In this episode of Spilling the Beanz , host Deepu Karunakaran is joined by Faisal Shukkoor , a Senior IT Consultant with over two decades of experience and a lifelong commitment to the Congress ideology. Faisal dives deep into the reality of balancing demanding 12-hour workdays in the tech industry with his...

Is the Indian National Congress a fading legacy or a sleeping giant in Kerala? In this episode of Spilling the Beanz , host Deepu Karunakaran is joined by Dr. Shibulal , Professor and Head of Marian Business School, for a deep dive into the "quantitative" reality of Kerala politics. Dr. Shibulal moves beyond the slogans to analyze the core sentiment of the Kerala voter. We discuss: The 6...

In the final chapter of this powerhouse season premiere, host Deepu Karunakaran takes CP John back to the pivotal moments that shaped his political DNA. This isn't just about policy; it's about the discipline of leadership and the future of the movement. In this episode, we explore: The SFI Presidency Mystery: For the first time, CP John reflects on the high-level decision that changed his...

In the powerful conclusion of Season 2, Episode 4, Prasanth Nair IAS (Collector Bro) tackles the "Unpopular Truths" about leadership and growth in Kerala. If Part 1 was about the digital battlefield, Part 2 is about the boardrooms and the streets. We discuss why Kerala’s growth story feels disconnected from the rest of India and what happens when "Margin Politics" replaces &quo...

What does it truly mean to be a "Congressman" in 2026? Does Kerala’s political landscape need a dose of corporate-style professionalism, or is "Self-Discipline" the missing ingredient? In the first part of this insightful Season 2 episode, Deepu Karunakaran sits down with CP John , one of Kerala’s most respected political strategists and a literal "Think Tank" of info...

In S2 E4 Part 1, we sit down with Prasanth Nair IAS (widely known as Collector Bro ) for a transparent and unfiltered conversation about the structural issues facing Kerala today. Prasanth Nair dives deep into the "Sub-culture of Silence," where political labeling—terms like Sanghi, Congi, and Antham Kammi —is being used to stifle genuine intellectual discourse. He challenges the current...

"Politics is service, not a profession." 🏛️ In this compelling episode of Spilling the Beanz , host Deepu Karunakaran sits down with Mathew Kuzhalnadan , a prominent lawyer and politician from Kerala, to challenge the status quo of modern governance. Kuzhalnadan shares his unique perspective on why public leaders must maintain a professional career and financial independence outside of t...

In Season 2 Episode 2 of Spilling the Beanz , host Deepu Karunakaran is joined by political analyst Sreejith Panickar for a no-holds-barred discussion on the state of Indian politics. Moving beyond surface-level headlines, they explore the historical foundations, strategic failures, and the uncertain future of major political parties, particularly the Indian National Congress. They also examine th...

Kerala politics is more than just headlines; it’s a game of legacy, power, and perception. In this episode of Spilling the Beanz , we sit down with veteran political leader K. Muraleedharan for a raw, no-holds-barred conversation. From the enduring shadow of K. Karunakaran to the realities of grassroots organizing and his vision for the future of the Congress party, Muraleedharan speaks with an un...