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Dibakar Banerjee is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and producer known for his realistic and socially relevant storytelling. His debut film “Khosla Ka Ghosla” won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi. He later directed films like “Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!” , "Love Sex Aur Dhokha” and many more. In this episode Vinamre and Dibakar talked about: - NiksIndian and how what makes him unique, why he casted Urfi Javed in his upcoming film - How LSD 2 is different from LSD, dynamics of OTT vs theatrical releases, fetishes of people - Research process for his movies, modern marketing strategies ,fooling algorithm If you are a fan of Dibakar and his films especially LSD then watch this episode. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 2:37 - NiksIndian is CRAZY 4:46 - A lot of people are unaware of the film, LSD 9:44 - How LSD 2 is different from LSD 12:37 - How he researches his movies 15:07 - Initial Reactions to LSD 2 16:30 - Influencers are no different than Traditional Stars 18:23 - Realism in LSD 2 21:09 - How he fooled the algorithm 24:15 - How marketing works 26:49 - Will he cover Delhi in his films again? 30:35 - OTT release vs Theatrical release 32:05 - Why are his movies not allowed to be released? 33:55 - Antidote of Internet 40:41 - Why did he cast Urfi Javed in the film 43:18 - His Addiction to Filmmaking 47:09 - Weird Fetishes of People 55:47 - Release Date of the film 56:45 - How Fantasies are more important than Pornography now 1:00:08 - Conclusion

You can buy Kushal's book here: https://amzn.in/d/gITFdql Kushal Mehra is the host of "The Carvaka Podcast" and a commentator known for his discussions on Indian culture, politics, religion, and society. He critics issues related to Hindu philosophy, Indian politics, ideologies and cultural trends. In this episode Vinamre and Kushal talked about: - Influence of content creators in policy-making and what is Real Dharma - The Problems with new atheism and the lack of understanding of it - Difference between Nastik and Astik and what is Religious Privilege It doesn't matter you are an atheist or a believer, you can watch this podcast. Chapters: 00:00-Introduction 1:57 - Takeaways from Old School Journalists 4:56 - Problems with the Attention Economy 8:57 - Nobody Takes Content Creators Seriously 11:50 - How Policies Are Made in the UPA vs. NDA Government 15:44 - How a Voter Has More Influence on Policy Than a YouTuber 17:44 - Neutrality Is a Sham 23:46 - What Being Hindu Means 28:58 - Difference Between Aastik and Nastik 35:37 - Why Morals Keep Getting Updated 38:47- Evolution Is the Reason for Morality, Not Religion 46:38 - Problems with Lived Experiences 48:31 - Understanding Monotheism 52:12 - Abrahamisation of Dharma 1:00:20 - Dev-Ninda, Ved-Ninda vs. Blasphemy 1:05:43 - Mutual Respect vs. Tolerance 1:19:19 - Understanding Jaati and Varna 1:23:16 - Problems with New Atheists 1:27:10 - What Is Religious Privilege 1:33:15 - New Atheism Is Bad 1:39:28 - Tragedies of an Agnostic Muslim 1:52:40 - Weaponization of Atheism 1:59:17 - India Has a Sacred Geography 2:03:09 - Every Indian Is a Hindu 2:06:19 - Demilitarization of Karma 2:08:48 - Costly Signaling Theory 2:13:13 - Conclusion

Vikram Sampath is an Indian historian, author, and researcher known for his work on the history of music, culture, and political history in India .His contributions to the field of music helped preserving and promoting India's rich musical heritage, his work ensures that the legacy of Indian music is celebrated, studied, and continues to inspire generations. In this episode, Vinamre and Vikram Sampath discuss: - The impact of Gauhar Jaan on recorded music, and the historical context of recording companies and techniques in the early 20th century - The establishment of the Archive of Indian Music, discoveries made through the archive, and its role in preserving India's auditory heritage - The importance of historical documentation, living traditions and future sources for future historians nature If recordings and how it started in India excites you then this episode is for you Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 2:43 - Ethnomusicology vs Musicology 3:13 - The Legacy of Gauhar Jaan 14:53 - How his Music Training started 18:29 - Record Companies in the early 20th Century 18:56 - Recording Techniques Back Then 26:21 - Discovering Berlin's National Sound Archive 30:36 - How He started the Archive of Indian Music 34:47 - Gaining Followers for the Archive 39:02 - How he pursued a PhD in History 43:25 - Archiving Criteria Explained 44:34 - Discoveries from the Archive of Indian Music 50:58 - “India has a Living Tradition” 59:11 - Sources for future historians 1:04:17 - Conclusion ==================================================================== This is the official channel for Dostcast, a podcast by Vinamre Kasanaa. Connect with me LinkedIn: / vinamre-kasanaa-b8524496 Instagram: / vinamrekasanaa Twitter: / vinamrekasanaa Dostcast on Instagram: / dostcast Dostcast on Twitter: / dostcast_tweets Dostcast on Facebook: / dostcast Dostcast on Snapchat: / dostcast ==================================================================== Contact Us For business inquiries: dostcast@egiplay.com

Rajat Dalal is a social media fitness influencer and powerlifter, who recently gained attention for his vigilante-style behaviour and confrontation through various controversies on Instagram In this Episode Vinamre and Rajat talk about - Rajat Dalal's early life in Faridabad to becoming a powerlifter, his controversies, and his thoughts on casteism and the illusion of social media - The impact of controversies on his life, his role in Elvish vs Maxtern Fight ,insights on powerlifting, and the reality of steroid use - His criticizes the institutions, schooling system, and how he knows everything about everyone If you really wanna know the real self of Rajat Dalal and what he believes then watch this episode Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 02:47 - Early Life in Faridabad 05:47 - The Blow-Up of Recent Controversy 08:12 - The Fake Sadhu Controversy 11:04 - Journey to Powerlifting 15:03 - Life Before Controversies 21:04 - Social Media is Fake 26:45 - His Views on Casteism 30:56 - Negative Aspects of Recent Controversy 33:42 - Life Post-Controversy 35:02 - He's not Answerable to Anyone 39:28 - The Importance of Bhaichara 41:07 - Maxtern vs. Elvish Controversy 44:15 - Health and Ambitions 49:00 - Reality of Steroids 53:50 - Relationships 54:40 - Role as a Trainer 55:48 - The Dark Side of Rajat Dalal 1:01:32 - His Disagreements with Institutions 1:06:56 - Problems with the Schooling System 1:10:40 - He knows everything about everyone 1:17:32 - Conclusion

You can contact Riddhi at: Website: https://www.ridhibahl.com/ Email: hello@ridhibahl.com Ridhi Bahl is a prominent celebrity astrologer and Vastu consultant, her expertise have helped individuals on various aspects of life, including relationships, marriage, career, education, health, finance. She also features in publications such as 'The Economic Times,' 'The Pioneer,' 'Asian Age,' 'Outlook,' and appearances on leading TV channels. In this episode, Vinamre and Ridhi Bahl talk about: - The fundamentals of Vastu, including its workings, origins, and core principles & common misconceptions - Application of Vastu in cities and homes, along with guidelines, practices to avoid, and the roles of mirrors and colours - The impact of Vastu on decision-making, its international influence, and essential rules for compliance and its relevance in various settings Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 4:55 - How Vastu Works 8:12 - Origin of the Word ‘Vastu’ 13:22 - Reasons Behind Vastu 14:32 - Core Principles of Vastu 17:12 - Addressing the Culture of Fear Surrounding Vastu 23:54 - Understanding the Importance of Moonlight 24:54 - Exploring the Role of Energy Levels in Vastu 26:15 - Relationship of Directions with Vastu 27:44 - Significance of the “North” Direction in Vastu 29:09 - The Significance of the West Direction in Vastu Shastra 30:00 - Myths about the ‘South” Direction in Vastu 33:24 - Application of Vastu Principles in Cities 34:42 - Vastu Guidelines for Homes 40:36 - Things to Avoid in Vastu Practices 44:37 - Understanding the Role of Mirrors in Vastu 46:31 - Exploring the Influence of Colors on Vastu 52:08 - Are Vaastu-Compliant Homes Genuine? 55:37 - Essential Rules to Follow for Vastu Compliance 58:42 - Remedies in Classic Texts 1:00:31 - Implementing Vastu Principles in Industrial Settings 1:06:23 - Decision-Making Process in Vastu Applications 1:07:56 - Vastu’s Influence Internationally 1:11:15 - Conclusion ==================================================================== This is the official channel for Dostcast, a podcast by Vinamre Kasanaa. Connect with me LinkedIn: / vinamre-kasanaa-b8524496 Instagram: / vinamrekasanaa Twitter: / vinamrekasanaa Dostcast on Instagram: / dostcast Dostcast on Twitter: / dostcast_tweets Dostcast on Facebook: / dostcast Dostcast on Snapchat: / dostcast ==================================================================== Contact Us For business inquiries: dostcast@egiplay.com

Aabhas Maldahiyar is an architect and urban designer initially drawn to Marxism, his visit to Ajanta's caves sparked a transformation, leading him to explore the connection between history, architecture, and politics. He is a skilled reader of Persian manuscripts and his works include "Modi Again: An Ex-Communist's Manifesto" and "Babur: The Chessboard Kings.” In this episode Vinamre & Aabhas discussed, - The importance of reviving Savarkar's legacy, followed by exploring the true essence of Hindutva - Islam and its sects, analyzing Marxism and communism, and his personal experiences with Marxism - Impact of the Mughal era on India's wealth and Babur's conquests and his historical legacy. If you are a History Geek and interested in knowing more about Babur and his life, then this episode is for you Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction4:13 - Savarkar & Hindutva14:43 - Understanding the Real Meaning of Hindutva19:28 - Understanding Islam and Its Different Sects22:37 - The Nupur Sharma Case25:20 - Understanding Marxism and Communism33:21 - Personal Experience with Marxism38:48 - The Archaeological Masterpiece of Ajanta Caves41:55 - Why the Left is Always Anti-Establishment46:21 - Only Hindus Can Criticize Their Religion50:51 - Why He Chose Babur for His Book56:51 - Did the Mughal Era Make India Rich?58:38 - Why Genghis Khan is Called Barbaric1:04:50 - Understanding "The Reconquista"1:09:08 - Aspirations of Timur1:12:30 - Failed and Successful Battles of Babur1:19:25 - Was Babur Bisexual?1:25:43 - The Belief in Astrological Omens1:29:07 - How His Conquests Failed1:32:15 - Why Babur was Called "Shatranj Ka Badshah"1:35:22 - Conclusion ==================================================================== This is the official channel for Dostcast, a podcast by Vinamre Kasanaa. Connect with me LinkedIn: / vinamre-kasanaa-b8524496 Instagram: / vinamrekasanaa Twitter: / vinamrekasanaa Dostcast on Instagram: / dostcast Dostcast on Twitter: / dostcast_tweets Dostcast on Facebook: / dostcast Dostcast on Snapchat: / dostcast ==================================================================== Contact Us For business inquiries: dostcast@egiplay.com

Try out Odoo today at https://www.odoo.com/ - no credit card required. Mr. Prem Prakash, the founder of Asian News International (ANI), is a veteran journalist who has had a significant impact on journalism in India. ANI, established by Prem Prakash in 1971, became the first agency in India to syndicate video news. It grew to be the largest television news agency in India, with a wide network of reporters and bureaus across the country, providing a syndicated multimedia news feed to various news bureaus in India and abroad. In this conversation Vinamre and Mr. Prem Prakash talked about: - The tough times reporting on the 1962 Indo-China War and the Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971, sharing vivid tales from the battlefields that showcase the risky, yet vital, work of war correspondents. - Their experiences with major politicians like Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi, shedding light on how these interactions shaped their reporting, while keeping their journalistic ethics intact. - Near the conversation's close, Prakash shared some wisdom for new journalists, pondering the shifts in the journalism field over time. The insights are valuable for anyone looking to understand the challenges and responsibilities of a career in journalism. You must watch this episode. Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 3:53 - Starting Journey as a Journalist 4:45 - Watch This if you are a Businessman 10:16 - Working with Jawaharlal Nehru 16:43 - Reasons for Lack of Police Respect Today 18:54 - Challenges with New Journalists 20:24 - Challenges in 1962 Indo-China War 23:22 - Bangladesh Liberation War 1971 27:37 - Experience in Afghanistan 37:57 - Journalists as Friends with Heads of States 39:43 - Transition after China War 44:13 - Working with Indira Gandhi 52:57 - Near Arrest Incident 59:05 - Setting up a Network Today 1:02:41 - Experience with Rajiv Gandhi 1:08:29 - Assassination Attempt on Rajiv Gandhi 1:15:52 - Life after Retirement 1:17:05 - VP Singh's Inefficiency as PM 1:18:12 - Reasons for Atal Bihari Vajpayee's Election Loss 1:20:15 - Advice for Upcoming Journalists 1:25:21 - Contribution of Bhagat Singh and INA in India’s Independence 1:32:55 - Conclusion

This Indian Boxer has challenged YouTube's biggest fighter. Hailing from the city of Chandigarh, today on Dostcast we have Neeraj Goyat, an Indian professional boxer recognized for his significant contributions to the sport. In 2008, he was titled "India's most promising boxer." Goyat is notable for being the first professional boxer to participate in and win three fights that lasted twelve rounds each. He has also made history as the first Indian boxer to enter the WBC World Rankings, where he was ranked 20th. In this podcast Vinamre and Neeraj talked about: - The most anticipated fight between Neeraj and Jake Paul - The conversation touches on the physical toll boxing takes on athletes, his experiences working with Farhan Akhtar, and friendships with celebrities like Randeep Hooda and Neeraj Chopra, illustrating the blend of sports and entertainment. - Neeraj opens up about his personal struggles and efforts to succeed in boxing, offering messages of encouragement to the people of Haryana and addressing his critics with positivity. He concludes by reflecting on his family's support throughout his career. If you are excited about the upcoming fight, watch the entire episode. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 1:07 Neeraj's House Tour 12:20 Why Jake Paul 14:40 Problems of Boxing in India 17:38 The Beginning of Boxing 21:38 Where Neeraj Gets His Confidence 27:13 The Story of Neeraj's Encounter with Jake Paul 33:24 When Boxers Face Off 35:05 Neeraj vs. Jose Zepeda 37:38 The Journey to Fighting in the US 48:33 Physical Damage in Boxing 50:24 Experience with Farhan Akhtar 52:15 Friendship with Randeep Hooda 55:55 Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson 57:34 "I Will Break Jake Paul" 58:22 What Is an Orthodox Stance in Boxing 1:01:13 Neeraj's Real-Life Fight 1:03:32 Neeraj's Diet 1:05:35 Friendship with Neeraj Chopra 1:07:30 Professional vs. Amateur Boxing 1:11:55 Neeraj's MMA Experience 1:15:22 How to Knockout 1:18:18 Should Indian Children Learn Combat Sports 1:23:20 Neeraj's Favorite Boxers 1:27:00 Celebrity Boxing vs. Regular Boxing Culture 1:29:14 Who to Fight in Bollywood 1:30:35 Why More Boxers Come from Haryana and the Northeast 1:32:14 Neeraj's Struggle/Effort 1:39:25 Message to the People of Haryana 1:40:12 Message for Haters 1:41:26 Neeraj's Family on His Boxing 1:46:12 Conclusion ==

The OG Dostcast duo is back. Arpit Baala and Dank Rishu, the current internet sensation are sitting down with Vinamre to discuss:- Holiday Homework BTS and release date- Childhood nostalgic toys and memories- Rajat Dalal online controversyThis is a must watch episode for all the Shaatir OGsTimestamps:0:00 Introduction1:09 Unusual Sleep Patterns4:27 Why Rishu took a break from Content6:45 Collaboration with Bagi Munda9:43 Creation of Holiday Homework12:38 Rajat Dalal Phenomenon16:30 What changed after Maharani17:43 Vinamre's Podcast Progress20:22 Challenges in Content Creation25:11 Current Relationship Status31:34 Pool Hall Economy36:02 Faridabad vs East Delhi Comparison38:08 Upcoming HHW Release Date39:50 Life In Jail42:40 Live Show Challenges45:22 Popularity of Podcast Culture48:20 Comedian Appreciation for Content53:57 Continuation of Rajat Dalal's Insights56:40 Nostalgic Childhood Stories1:10:01 Instagram Reels Trends & Creators1:16:53 Conclusion

Ansh Mehra is a multifaceted professional known for his work in UX Design and education, particularly in AI and UX. He consults businesses on utilizing AI and UX to their fullest potential and shares his knowledge on platforms like YouTube and Instagram. Mehra has also launched free platforms to teach people about AI & UX Design. In this episode Ansh and Vinamre talked about: - The elaborate experience of using Apple’s vision pro and meeting several CEOs of silicon valley - The best way to be productive, keeping a second brain on Notion, and PARA method - A list of books, blogs, shows and movies to improve in life This is a must watch episode for all the young folks who are exploring the world of tech and innovation. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 01:33 - Is Ansh Mehra a knowledge-giver off camera?, Is Ansh carrying a persona? 02:12 - Apple Vision Pro experience 03:17 - Is a VR device a productivity tool? 06:09 - What is hand-occlusion 02:04 - Driving cars while wearing Vision Pro 08:21 - Self driving cars seen by Ansh 09:42 - Tesla is the Fortuner of San Francisco 11:27 - Why Ansh went to Silicon Valley 13:26 - Ansh is a dopamine supplier during his pitches 15:52 - 16-year old raising money for startups 17:57 - How Ansh talks to new people — codified method 19:00 - Networking is dead! — this is how you connect with right people 21:52 - How to build leverage 22:32 - 3 things you need to do to scale 24:22 - Is Notion page worth it? 25:52 - This method will help you become more productive — PARA method 30:52 - How do you enforce a culture of writing in organisations 31:52 - Watch YouTube with your team to become better 33:38 - Become a conscious consumer 34:52 - Put all your chats on Archives 37:59 - How we are always counting favors unknowingly? 41:52 - The mistakes this freelancer made with Ansh 45:02 - This is what you learn painfully about business 46:37 - Play long-term games with long-term people 49:07 - Creators are making these BIG mistakes 50:58 - The best thing about hanging out with Ansh Mehra 51:59 - Reddit is an underrated platform 52:52 - 30 mistakes that people make in social settings 55:09 - How to be a great storyteller in a social setting 56:26 - Alpha males tightly shaking hands 58:17 - Small guys always try to exert force 1:00:29 - Why you need to have just fun to shine in social settings 1:01:27 - Your insecurities cannot be seen by other people 1:04:04 - Sabzi on white T-shirts 1:05:52 - How single guys approaching girls fail a lot 1:06:57 - Looking for a closure in small-talks 1:08:27 - Energy vampires in parties 1:09:18 - Body odor and smelly mouth in parties 1:11:31 - Life experiences teach you more than books 1:13:52 - The blogs that you must read to become a great CEO 1:16:14 - Watch videos at 1x only to maximize learning 1:17:42 - These books will make a great thinker 1:20:06 - These fiction books will improve your taste 1:22:52 - The real world is so scary than you can imagine 1:23:54 - The Ambani Wedding — insane PR campaign 1:25:52 - You should watch Succession — spoiler alert 1:28:44 - You must watch this animated series — Kung Fu Panda 1:35:27 - The Dumb Phone — productivity booster 1:36:28 - Fashion Hacks you need to know 1:38:50 - Ending notes for listeners == This is the official channel for Dostcast, a podcast by Vinamre Kasanaa. Connect with me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinamre-kasanaa-b8524496 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinamrekasanaa/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/VinamreKasanaa Dostcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dostcast/ Dostcast on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dostcast_tweets Dostcast on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dostcast Dostcast on Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/dostcast == Contact Us For business inquiries: dostcast@egiplay.com == #Dostcast