Shruthi Mohana Sundaram

You (Didn't) Ask, We Deliver

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Two Indian-American students share their opinions on national and global issues and how it impacts themselves and their surroundings.

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Shruthi Mohana Sundaram

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Latest episode

Nov 10, 2024

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Episodes

America Goes Back to Her Ex 10.11.2024

In this episode, Shruthi and Adi talk about the results of the 2024 election and break down its landslide nature.

Dissecting the Debate: VP Edition 02.10.2024

In this episode, Shruthi and Adi discuss the 2024 Vice Presidential debate, and give their criticisms and praises about both candidates.

Old Man vs. Con Man 18.07.2024

In this episode, Shruthi and Adi discuss the several events that have happened these past couple of weeks, including the presidential debate hosted in Atlanta, Trump's assassination attempt, JD Vance as the VP nominee, and Biden's recent COVID diagnosis.

2020 Déjà Vu 09.06.2024

In this episode, Shruthi and Adi discuss voters' general feelings about Biden and Trump, the same candidates from the 2020 election, and how the decision on who to vote for is not as clear-cut for people in 2024 as it was in 2020.

Affirming Our Dissatisfaction w/ the Supreme Court 09.07.2023

In this episode, we discuss our thoughts on the recent Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action and our views on the topic as South Asian American students.

Bully Brown Men More, Otherwise They Run for President 19.06.2023

In this episode, we discuss Vivek Ramaswamy and his recent candidacy on the GOP ticket for President of the United States. We discuss his policies, the anti-ESG movement, and our thoughts on the influence of South Asian identity in American politics.

Tick Tock for TikTok 28.03.2023

In this episode, we discuss the recent TikTok hearings occurring in US Congress. Lawmakers are suggesting that TikTok is a threat to American national security, and are highlighting potential risks with data privacy and youth safety. We discuss our opinions on these issues and its implications for US society.

Florida 451 14.02.2023

In this episode, we discuss the Desantis-backed Stop Woke Act in Florida, which includes banning books highlighting a diversity of characters/experiences. We further discuss the larger implications of these bans at a student, but also society level. 

One Nation Under Your God 17.10.2022

In this episode, we discuss what exactly Christian nationalism entails and what this would mean if the United States was declared a Christian nation. After talking about how it would affect society as a whole, we discuss the effects it has had and could have on our personal life. 

Anti-Feminism in South Asian/American Communities 30.07.2022

In this episode, we discuss the nuances of misogyny and anti-feminism in both South Asian and American society, and how we experience both forms as Indian-Americans. We also discuss how these sentiments have seeped into American politics. 

If You Wanna Get Laid, Support Roe v. Wade 25.06.2022

Well... it happened. Roe v. Wade has been overturned. In this episode, Adi and I talk about the implications of this ruling, how it could have been prevented, and just our general feelings towards this ruling. 

Do Guns Gotta Go? 05.06.2022

In this episode, we talk about the recent events at Uvalde and the other mass shootings that have happened since then. We discuss that despite the tragedies, there has been a lack of implementation of effective policy, and even touch on our own experiences with how gun violence has affected our schooling. 

Supporting Roe Doesn't Make You a Hoe 17.05.2022

In this episode, we talk about the recent draft that leaked about overturning Roe v. Wade and what this would entail in our society. 

Can She Play in the NCAA? 27.03.2022

See what we did there with the rhyme lol? In this episode, we discuss the controversy surrounding Lia Thomas competing in the women's division for collegiate swimming as a trans woman. We talk about opposing views, science behind HRT, and the rhetoric surrounding transgender people. 

Mental Health During COVID-19 15.01.2022

In this episode, Shruthi and Adi discuss the effect COVID-19 has had on the mental health of young people and the creative ways we have developed to combat feelings of anxiety or depression. 

Too Woke to Handle 20.07.2021

In this episode we discuss how cancel culture/woke culture has manifested in different spheres of society, particularly politics and entertainment, and whether or not this is a benefit or detriment for social norms. 

Biden's Performance Review 02.07.2021

In this episode we discuss Biden's performance in the White House over the past six months. We mainly focus on the promises the Biden administration has kept so far and their general handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Immigration... Good for this Nation? 14.06.2021

In this episode we discuss how immigration policies in the US have personally affected our lives and how we and the people around us view immigrants, the immigration system, and illegal immigration. 

Champion of Democracy...Or Not? 27.03.2021

This episode discusses the recent SB202 bill passed in Georgia and the consequences it could have on the voting abilities of certain groups of people, and how this could affect the results of future elections. 

Sensational Censorship 25.02.2021

In this episode, we discuss free speech, the discussion of it in society, and the debate of censorship between liberals and conservatives. 

In the Middle of a Pandemic?! 04.02.2021

In this episode, we discuss our thoughts on how COVID-19 has been handled, disparities in healthcare, mask mandates, and our general thoughts on the lockdown... with special guest Anu!

Bye Don to Biden: Inauguration Day 26.01.2021

In this episode we introduce ourselves (finally) and discuss the events of the recent presidential inauguration and what it means for politics in the future. 

Do Safe Spaces Create Snowflakes? 19.01.2021

Shruthi and Adi discuss politics on college campuses and other educational institutions, safe spaces, and how they affect society as a whole, for better or for worse.  TW: *Sexual Assault Mentioned*

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