The SJK Podcast

On this episode of the SJK Podcast, we had the privilege of hosting Jonny Dymond, a senior correspondent at BBC and one of its most respected voices in international affairs. With years of experience covering global politics, diplomacy, and major world events, Jonny brings a sharp, analytical perspective to complex issues shaping today’s world. Ahead of hosting the BBC World Questions Nepal, he jo...

In this episode of The SJK Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Chandra Dev Bhatta, a respected political scientist and expert in geopolitics, international relations, and Nepal’s foreign policy. With years of research and deep understanding of regional power dynamics, he brings clarity to some of the most complex and sensitive issues surrounding Nepal’s position between global powers like India and Chin...

In this episode of The SJK Podcast, Sahat Kasa sits down with Dr. Chandra Dev Bhatta, a respected political scientist and expert in geopolitics, international relations, Nepal foreign policy, India-China relations, and regional diplomacy. Dr. Bhatta brings deep insight into some of the most important and sensitive issues shaping Nepal today — including the Lipulekh dispute, Kalapani issue, Nepal-I...

In this episode, we sit down with Sumitra Sharma to uncover the raw reality of marrying at a young age and the challenges that followed. From becoming a mother while still in school to fighting through financial struggles and societal pressure, her journey is one of resilience and courage. Through it all, education became her turning point, helping her rebuild her life and pursue new opportunities...

In this episode of the SJK Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Prakash Kumar Shrestha a certified economist Vice Chair,National Planning Commission, Nepal with deep insights into Nepal’s economy, remittance flows, and currency trends. We talk about PayPal and its possible integration via India, why the US dollar is rising, and how global conflicts could impact Nepal’s financial future. From remittance d...

In this episode, we sit down with Prisma Gautam, founder of Prime Consultancy and Services, to talk about her journey of starting her own business and entering the study-abroad consultancy space. We discuss when the right time is to start your own venture, the realities of building a consultancy, and what students should know before applying to countries like the United States and Australia. The c...

In this episode, we sit down with Rupesh Shah, an independent candidate from Lalitpur-3, to talk about why he chose to stand outside traditional parties and challenge what he calls Nepal’s political and business syndicates. We discuss his decision to run independently, the gap between rich and poor in business licensing, his rejected brewery licence case, and why he says he chose public service ov...

The loudest voice of Nepal's GenZ, Miraj Dhungana, is finally speaking without a filter. In this explosive interview, he makes it crystal clear — Balen Shah will push Nepal into crisis, he is a Geopolitical Threat, and the historic September 8-9 movement was deliberately hijacked by opportunists who used the youth for personal gain. What does Miraj Dhungana reveal in this video? -Why he REFUSE...

Rose Kandel is an educator, business and economic analyst, and researcher specializing in policy, strategy, and development. With an academic background from Lincoln University College and Kathmandu University School of Management, she combines business strategy with economic insight to examine Nepal’s structural challenges.

In this episode of The SJK Podcast, we sit down with Yajaswini Rai, A youth activist and politician, an entrepreneur and development professional, and a young voice from the Nepali Congress known for speaking on governance, party reform, and youth participation in politics. We talked about whether the “new Congress” reflects real change, what’s happening inside the party, and key issues like the C...

In this episode of The SJK Podcast, we sit down with Shree Gurung — entrepreneur, social innovator, and founder of Ujyalo Nepal. He shares his journey from building businesses to stepping into politics and talks about what really happened behind the collapsed unification with RSP. We also discuss his election manifesto, bold ideas for Nepal’s economy, the case for legalising cannabis, and his visi...

In this episode of The SJK Podcast, we sit down with a former DSP of Nepal Police Shyam Prasad Paudel for a rare, inside look at the realities of law enforcement, power, and national security. We talk about his journey through Nepal Police, what it’s really like working in high-pressure security environments, and his experiences providing security during the tenure of previous Prime Ministers of N...

n this episode of The SJK Podcast, we sit down with Nisha Adhikari, an actress, social advocate, and now a political candidate working for change. From her journey in the film industry to stepping into active politics, Nisha shares why she chose public service and what change she wants to see in Nepal. We discuss her agendas, loopholes in power structures, opportunities for new political forces, p...

In this episode, we sit down with Suzta Shrestha, podcaster, content creator, and co-founder of YellowWorks Production, for an honest and funny conversation about work, life, and relationships. From being a workaholic who’s low-key scared of her own staff to being open about romance, family, and her unexpected bhajan era, Suzta keeps it real.

Asheem Man Singh Basnyat is an entrepreneur and public voice advocating for accountability, better governance, and real systemic reform in Nepal. As a key leader behind Pathao Nepal, he represents a new generation that believes politics should be about public service, results, and responsibility not lifelong political careers. In this episode, we discuss Nepal’s need for real structural change, wh...

In this episode, I sit down with Barsha and Nimesh—content creators and youth voices active in public discussions during the September 8–9 movement period. Through their content and online engagement, they were among many young creators helping raise awareness and shape youth conversations around accountability and stability. We discuss Gen Z’s role in Nepal’s political direction, expectations fro...

Roshani Poudyal is an advocate, law academic, and human rights expert specialising in constitutional law, women’s rights, and access to justice. She holds an LL.M. in Human Rights and International Law from Tribhuvan University and is currently pursuing a Ph. D. in Law. She has worked with organisations such as UN Women, UNDP, the National Human Rights Commission, and the Nepal Bar Association. In...

bout The SJK podcast From the struggles of content creators and the success stories of entrepreneurs to the muses of musicians, there is no topic that can’t be discussed in the SJK Podcast. Each successive episode is a step in a creative’s pursuit of becoming something through the art of conversation. That young conversationalist is the host, Sahat Kasa, an inquisitive person passionate about spor...

Shantanu Dhakal is a Gen Z activist who became a national symbol of resilience after surviving a shooting during Nepal’s 2025 Gen Z protests. His story highlights the risks young people faced while demanding accountability and better governance. In this episode, Shantanu shares why he joined the movement, his recovery journey, and what the protests mean for Nepal’s youth and the future they’re fig...

This episode is a rare and powerful conversation with Dr Baburam Bhattarai, former Prime Minister of Nepal, architect of historic political change, revolutionary intellectual, and one of the most influential minds in the country’s modern history. A scholar-statesman whose journey spans armed struggle, peace negotiations, constitution-making, and governance, Dr Bhattarai brings unmatched depth, cla...

Kashif Khan is a Gen Z activist and content creator who emerged as a powerful youth voice during Nepal’s 2025 protests. Known for speaking out against poor governance and social injustice, he used digital platforms to mobilise support, raise awareness, and even help collect funds for protesters injured during the movement. In this episode, Kashif opens up about his journey into activism, the chall...

Ojaswi Raj Thapa is a Nepalese entrepreneur, Gen Z activist, and recent member of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (Raswapa), who rose to national prominence during the September 2025 Gen Z protests and was actively present during the Rabi–Balen–Kulman alliance discussions. He emerged as one of the youth voices pushing back against corruption, weak governance, and exclusionary politics. Known for cham...

In this episode, we sit down with Prof. Dr Achyut Wagle, Vice-Chancellor of Kathmandu University, a leading economist, academic, and public intellectual in Nepal. With decades of experience in academia and public service — including roles as Registrar, Associate Dean, Head of the Management Science Department, and advisor to both the Prime Minister and the Governor of Nepal Rastra Bank — Prof. Wag...

वरिष्ठ अधिवक्ता डा. चन्द्रकान्त ज्ञवाली, संविधानविद्, is one of Nepal’s foremost constitutional experts and a senior advocate of the Supreme Court of Nepal. With decades of experience in constitutional law, legal scholarship, and public discourse, he has played a significant role in shaping national conversations on governance and democracy. Dr Gyawali was among the key legal minds who advised dur...

Advocate Mr. Din Mani Pokhrel is a senior advocate of Nepal and a highly respected authority in constitutional and public law. He previously served as the Attorney General of Nepal, where he acted as the government’s chief legal advisor on critical constitutional and legal matters. In this episode, he offers thoughtful and experience-driven insights into Nepal’s legal system, governance, and the r...