
All Things Policy
Ever wondered how automation will change the world? Maybe you puzzle over what India could do to ease traffic congestion, or how China's aircraft carriers will transform Indian Ocean geopolitics? All Things Policy, a daily podcast brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, brings you all the answers. Every weekday, our researchers break down complex economic and geopolitical ideas through the lens of current events. For everyone from the busy executive to the curious student, All Things Policy is all you'll need to understand the world (and appreciate your breakfast) better.
Latest episodes

Jul 30, 2024 • 28min
Strategic Storytelling in Public Policy
Public policy is shaped by more than just economic principles and political ideologies. How is policy influenced by popular narratives and how can these narratives be used as a strategic tool? Tune in to this conversation with Ananya Desai and Manoj Kewalramani to find out.
All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru. Find out more on our research and other work here: https://takshashila.org.in/
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Check out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in

Jul 29, 2024 • 25min
Menstrual leave
Should there be a national menstrual leave policy? In this ATP episode, Suman Joshi and Shambhavi Naik discuss the merits and challenges of implementing menstrual leave and the possible ways forward.
All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru. Find out more on our research and other work here: https://takshashila.org.in/
Take our 'China Challenge' survey here: https://shorturl.at/XMUW7
Check out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in

Jul 26, 2024 • 41min
The Politics of Labour
With geopolitical competition bearing heavy on economic globalisation, the past few years have seen a lot of talk about the politicisation of capital. But what is less talked about is the politics of labour. How is geopolitical competition reshaping the discourse around migration and talent acquisition? Is there brewing nativism and sub-nationalism that threatens labour mobility? Can new ideas of inclusivity enhance labour welfare? Manoj Kewalramani and Anupam Manur discuss all this and more in this special episode of All Things Policy.
All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru. Find out more on our research and other work here: https://takshashila.org.in/
Take our 'China Challenge' survey here: https://shorturl.at/XMUW7
Check out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in

Jul 25, 2024 • 23min
China's Nukes Puzzle
The People's Republic of China is estimated to have the fastest-growing nuclear arsenal in the world. What's driving this expansion? Is it new American capabilities? Increased tensions? Or are there other political objectives? Manoj Kewalramani joins Aditya Ramanathan to discuss the puzzle of China's nuclear ambitions.
You can check out Manoj's op-ed on China's nuclear expansion here:
https://www.ndtv.com/opinion/greater-expectations-why-china-is-going-nuclear-faster-than-ever-5965117
All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru. Find out more on our research and other work here: https://takshashila.org.in/
Take our 'China Challenge' survey here: https://shorturl.at/XMUW7
Check out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in

Jul 24, 2024 • 45min
Space Reforms in India: A Job Half Done
Why are all the rocket launches from India from ISRO? What are the opportunities and risks of allowing private players into the space sector? What are the so-called space reforms of India that have been happening since 2019? Join Ashwin Prasad and Amit Kumar on this deep dive into Indian space policies and governance mechanisms.
To read more about this topic, check out Ashwin's Paper on Space Reforms in India: https://takshashila.org.in/research/space-reforms-in-india.
All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru. Find out more on our research and other work here: https://takshashila.org.in/
Take our 'China Challenge' survey here: https://shorturl.at/XMUW7
Check out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in

Jul 23, 2024 • 35min
The Problem with Chinese Legacy Chips
Join Anushka, Satya, and Amit as they engage in a conversation about why Chinese legacy chips have become a geopolitical flashpoint lately, and why the US is so concerned about it.
All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru. Find out more on our research and other work here: https://takshashila.org.in/
Take our 'China Challenge' survey here: https://shorturl.at/XMUW7
Check out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in

Jul 22, 2024 • 19min
Women's Economic Empowerment
In this episode of All Things Policy, Mariam Azeemuddin and Anisree Suresh explores the challenges hindering women's economic empowerment in India, focusing on cultural norms, limited access to education and skills training, and barriers in accessing finance and resources. It aims to raise awareness, encourage dialogue, and promote actions that can lead to greater economic opportunities for women in India.This podcast compares India's policies with those of other progressive countries and discusses how best practices can be adapted to the Indian context to improve women's economic empowerment and gender equality.
All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru. Find out more on our research and other work here: https://takshashila.org.in/
Take our 'China Challenge' survey here: https://shorturl.at/XMUW7
Check out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in

Jul 19, 2024 • 46min
SCO, NATO & Russia: How is India Navigating the Global Churn?
The past few weeks have seen landmark events in international affairs, which impact Indian interests. The SCO Summit in Astana was followed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Russia, which coincided with the NATO Summit in Washington DC. What were the key developments through these events and how do they impact India’s future? Listen to this conversation between Takshashila’s Manoj Kewalramani, Anushka Saxena and Amit Kumar.
Relevant Links:
The 'China Challenge' Survey: http://bit.ly/ChinaChallengeSurvey
Russia’s Rising Role in India’s Neighbourhood First Policy - https://csep.org/blog/russias-rising-role-in-indias-neighbourhood-first-policy/
Jaishankar-Wang Meeting: Why normalcy in India-China ties is likely to stay elusive - https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/jaishankar-wang-yi-meeting-india-china-ties-normalcy-elusive-9440768/
All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru. Find out more on our research and other work here: https://takshashila.org.in/
Check out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in

Jul 18, 2024 • 38min
Does Public Policy need a hero?
The hero is the oldest and most popular archetype used in our society and is usually an expression of our collective unconscious. In the context of public policy, where having robust institutions is crucial, are individual contributors important? Does society really benefit from having a hero or does it absolve society of taking action? Join in as Arindam Goswami, Ashwin Prasad and Shreya Ramakrishnan discuss.
All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru. Find out more on our research and other work here: https://takshashila.org.in/
Take our 'China Challenge' survey here: https://shorturl.at/XMUW7
Check out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in

Jul 17, 2024 • 50min
Is the world de-dollarising?
Sridhar Krishna speaks to Anupam Manur on the purpose of money and the role of global currency. They discuss the rise of the dollar and whether the current challenges to the domination of the dollar is being over stated. This is good master class on the world of currencies.
All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru. Find out more on our research and other work here: https://takshashila.org.in/
Check out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in