

Dostcast
Vinamre Kasanaa
Dostcast is the only Indian podcast with the widest range of conversations and interviews. Politicians. P*rnstars. Performers. Philosophers. No topic is out of bounds. No guest is too taboo.
No conversation is too unsafe for this show. Watch or listen to Dostcast every Tuesday and Friday at 8 PM Indian Standard Time.
About the host: Vinamre Kasanaa is a writer and content creator. He studied advertising and religion at Boston University and returned home to setup the best conversation network for Indians. And unlike, most Indian podcast hosts, Vinamre actually does his research.
No conversation is too unsafe for this show. Watch or listen to Dostcast every Tuesday and Friday at 8 PM Indian Standard Time.
About the host: Vinamre Kasanaa is a writer and content creator. He studied advertising and religion at Boston University and returned home to setup the best conversation network for Indians. And unlike, most Indian podcast hosts, Vinamre actually does his research.
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Oct 8, 2024 • 59min
Scheduled Tribes in India: Ancient Rituals, Spirit Gods, and Forest Survival | Dostcast
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Kajal and Vinesh belong to the Haki-Piki Adivasi community. Their product, “Adivasi Hair Oil” is very popular among Indians who prefer hair oils with natural ingredients. At the same time, Adivasi is also in the midst of several scams. Their credibility has been questioned because many people run ads and sell bogus products using their name. They have come to Dostcast in the hopes to set the record straight.
Some topics from today's podcast are:
- How Amazon delivery boys are complicit in hair oil scams
- How their tribe transitioned from bird-hunting to hair oil production
- Why Indian tribes use natural cures instead of allopathic medicine
- Hair care tips for people with different hair types
- The benefits of regularly oiling your hair
I hope you enjoy the episode.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
4:00 - Common Myths About Adivasi Community
9:50 - How They Still Follow Rituals and Traditions
12:40 - How They Started Selling Hair Oil
16:27 - Traditional Bird Hunting
18:47 - Benefits of Oiling the Hair
23:23 - Why There Are So Many Frauds Around Adivasi Hair Oil
29:40 - Nature and Adivasi Connection
32:41 - How Delivery Boys Scam You
39:00 - What’s Different About Adivasi Oil
42:09 - Which Herbs Can Cure a Cold
49:32 - How to Apply Adivasi Oil
52:16 - Tips for Good Quality Hair
55:16 - Conclusion
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Oct 4, 2024 • 1h 31min
Iran-Israel War, Dawood Ibrahim, and Taliban: Trouble for India | Dostcast w/ Pavneet Singh
Pavneet Singh is an author and educator who teaches aspirants for the Indian Civil Services Examination. He has deep knowledge of international relations and runs a YouTube channel @SpyGamesPavneet . Pavneet has authored 23 books, such as R&AW in Saudi Arabia, Passport to LBSNAA, Internal Security, and many more.
In this episode, Vinamre and Pavneet discuss:
- The current situation in Israel and Iran and the future of the conflict
- The strengths and secret missions of Mossad and R&AW
- The root causes of terrorism and how it is created
- The rise of Dawood Ibrahim and the growing problem of drugs worldwide
- Why Trump will lose the next election
- The caste and Varna system, and how the Taliban is not a threat to India
If you want to know more about current international issues, watch this episode!
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
2:20- Are Iran and Israel working together?
5:10 - Why can't Riyadh be like Dubai?
6:17 - Will Khomeini be isolated?
9:27 - Does Israel not need PR?
13:00 - Israel conducts the most assassinations per year
15:43 - Propaganda and narrative wars
19:55 - Has the arms industry created terrorism?
24:39 - Why Trump will lose the next election
29:30 - Strengths of R&AW (Research and Analysis Wing)
32:44 - The Karachi Project
36:34 - Sleeper cells in India
37:47 - How Dawood Ibrahim became an asset to Pakistan
41:15 - Operations of R&AW in Pakistan
43:58 - The future of the Middle East
44:58 - The Saudi-Iran-Turkey rivalry
47:54 - The major project of Iran
50:30 - Drugs: The evil face of terrorism
54:29 - The biggest security threat to India
59:20 - The biggest problem of Punjab
1:02:48 - Haryana: The number one state for drugs
1:07:21 - Why online gaming is dangerous
1:09:53 - The idea of the caste and Varna system
1:15:56 - What can people in India do now?
1:25:48 - The Taliban is not a threat to us
1:30:20 - Conclusion
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Oct 1, 2024 • 1h 41min
Melt Belly Fat Fast with Indian Diets: Secrets from India's Health Minister’s Nutritionist
Sonia Narang is a dietitian in Delhi who helps with medication, healthy eating plans, weight loss, and workout routines. She believes in making small, realistic lifestyle changes that let you enjoy your meals while still reaching your health goals—no strict diets. She’s worked as a nutritionist for some well-known leaders, like the former Health Minister of India, the Governor of Assam, and the Mayor of Delhi.
Connect with her at:
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In this episode Vinamre and Sonia talk about:
- How can you have an Indian diet with safety and sustainability
- What is wrong with dieting and extreme weight loss
- Living with allergies, different types of Inflammatory food
- The dark side of weight loss, How to prevent acne
- The importance of good gut health
- Science behind Fat loss and muscle gain and labeled diets (Paleo diet, keto, OMAD diet)
No matter how old you are, if you want to discover the best diet for yourself, then this episode is for you.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
2:10- Science of losing weight and gaining muscle
14:45 - Labeled diets (Paleo diet, keto, OMAD)
19:38 - Views on North Indian diet
23:23 - Misconceptions about Diet and weight loss
30:23 - Are rotis bad?
33:40 - Living with allergies
36:50 - Indian foods that are inflammatory
38:50 - Soya chaap is not healthy
41:38 - Can meat cause uric acid issues?
44:15 - Why headaches happen during weight loss
47:00 - Formula for tracking macros and calories
55:00 - Dark side of weight loss
1:00:15 - Dramatic effects of bariatric surgery
1:02:15 - Role of stress in weight gain/loss
1:06:50 - Intermittent fasting
1:12:50 - Why Good Gut health is important
1:16:58 - Ayurveda - good or bad?
1:23:00 - Benefit of Navratra fasting
1:27:42 - What to do to prevent acne?
1:31:48 - Reasons for dark circles
1:33:33 - Remedies for constipation
1:36:00- Remedies for diarrhea
1:40:10- Conclusion
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This is the official channel for Dostcast, a podcast by Vinamre Kasanaa.
Connect with me
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/VinamreKasanaa
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Sep 24, 2024 • 1h 50min
Heated Debate on Ghosts: Paranormal Expert Forces Me to Reconsider Everything I Knew | Dostcast
Akshay Vashist is a paranormal expert who focuses on supernatural and horror topics. He runs a YouTube channel “@AkshayVashisthHorror”, where he shares videos about haunted places, ghost sightings, and visits to haunted locations, explaining ways to detect ghosts, and talking to people who have had paranormal encounters.
In this episode Vinamre and Akshay talk about:
In this episode Akshay tries to convince Vinamre that:
- Chalava kya hai aur kaisa dikhta hai, bhoot kaha se aate hain
- Black magic mein log kya karte hai, Aura kya hota hai aur kaise strong hota hai
- Jinn ki kahani aur sabse khatarnak bhoot kaunsa hai
- presented live recorded audio and video proof of victims
- Nazar lagna real hai ya nahi aur khud ko inse protect kaise kare
If you do not believe in ghosts or paranormal activities, watch this episode, your opinions might change.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
03:00 - “Karan Pishachini” ki kahani
13:10 - Kya bhoot har waqt dikhte hain?
18:12 - “Chalava” ki kahani
24:25 - Paranormal activities in Urban vs Rural areas
27:40 - “Chalava” kaisa dikhta hai?
29:55 - Bhoot kahan se aate hain?
35:00 - Tantrik buri shaktiyon ko vash mein kaise karte hain?
39:40 - Black magic kaise hota hai?
48:40 - “Voodoo doll” ki sachai aur “Vashikaran” kaise hota hai?
58:03 - The Amityville Horror case
1:04:45 - “Aura” kya hota hai aur usse strong kaise karte hain?
1:11:35 - Bhootiya हादसे ki Live Recording
1:18:20 - How does he stay mentally sane?
1:22:10 - Kya log apni “soul” bech dete hain?
1:26:56 - Sabse Khatarnak Bhoot
1:31:20 - How can you protect yourself?
1:34:52 - “Jinn” ki asli kahani
1:44:14 - “Nazar” lagna kitna khatarnak hai?
1:47:30 - Conclusion
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Sep 20, 2024 • 1h 29min
@LabourLawAdvisor on Online Scams, Wealth Generation, and Employment Bonds | Dostcast
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In this episode Vinamre and the panel talk about:
- The concept of self-worth in India, Which behaviors keep you poor?
- How companies exploit you, The reality of CTC and OLA’s IPO
- Poverty glorification in India, How YouTubers and influencers fool you
- Different types of scams, The Mystery Box scam, KYC scam, etc.
- How they exposed scams worth crores, Compounding in the Stock Market
If you want to know how companies use secret tricks to cheat their employees, watch this episode.
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Sep 17, 2024 • 2h 7min
Gagan Choudhary on Luxury Cars, the Future of EVs, and Racing in India | Dostcast
Gagan Choudhary is an Automotive & Aviation Content Creator with 9 years of experience in the auto industry. Gagan Choudhary runs a YouTube channel where he gives unbiased and detailed reviews on new car launches and technical topics, making his content useful for both casual viewers and car enthusiasts. He also has a website about the automotive industry in India - [GaadiFy.com](http://gaadify.com/).
In this episode Vinamre and Gagan talk about:
- Views on Hatchbacks vs Sedans vs SUV’s, The future of petrol vs. diesel cars
- Why India is not a global manufacturing hub? Is CNG safe?
- The future of EV cars in India and the issues with them and Why are EV cars costly?
- Experience driving in Germany vs. India and what really happens in the “Dakar Rally?”
- How you can import any car for 6 months in India, Tips before buying a new or second-hand car.
If you are a car enthusiast and want to know unknown facts about cars and different companies, this episode is for you.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
2:25 - What makes Mercedes sales go up in India?
6:35 - Petrol vs Diesel Cars
8:25 - Is CNG safe to use?
11:35 - Mercedes vs Audi
13:43 - Will luxury buyers in India buy EVs?
17:48 - The reality of charging EVs
22:05 - "Alto" - The greatest Indian hatchback
26:16 - Does Maruti Suzuki export?
28:20 - Manual vs Automatic Cars
30:28 - Global hatchbacks that became significant in India
34:34 - Why India is not a global manufacturing hub?
36:32 - The reputation of Honda City
37:53 - Why Creta is the best car
41:42 - Reviewing Rolls Royce and Bentley
45:34 - His favorite sports car
46:47 - Racing on a track vs street
49:00 - The crazy stories of the "Dakar Rally"
58:52 - Driving at 300 km/h
1:02:15 - Drifting cars
1:04:19 - How can you fix your car?
1:07:10 - Changing tires is a life-saving skill
1:11:21 - The EV revolution in 2-wheelers
1:14:16 - Problems with EVs
1:16:21 - The wild craze for Thar
1:21:50 - Why do people buy Fortuner?
1:25:37 - Why don't people buy Volvo?
1:26:20 - BMW is the most fun to drive
1:30:25 - Why Jaguar disappeared
1:35:45 - Car aspiration is dying
1:38:25 - Importing a car in India
1:40:20 - The 6 months rule of cars
1:42:20 - Heavy GST on cars
1:43:35 - Driving old muscle cars
1:48:11 - Insurance providers ensured car safety
1:49:59 - Vintage car collections
1:51:26 - The craze for VIP and custom numbers
1:57:20 - The Vahan Search App
1:57:50 - Why Ambassador vanished?
2:01:07 - Tips to follow before buying a car
2:02:55 - Do's and don'ts of buying second-hand cars
2:05:52 - Conclusion
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Sep 13, 2024 • 2h 21min
WARNING: YouTube Algorithm is Being Manipulated - Google Doesn't Want You to Know This | Dostcast
Abhijit Iyer-Mitra is a geopolitical expert and senior fellow at the Institute of Peace and Conflict Studies, specializing in defense and foreign policy, with a focus on India and its neighboring regions. He often discusses India’s military and technological strengths. Ishaan Prakash is the Editor of ANI Live Services, where he has taken on key roles in managing editorial content and strategy, especially in digital and broadcast media.
In this episode, Vinamre and the panel talk about:
- Digital Feudalism and the reality of big corporations like BlackRock and Google.
- Reality of YouTube's algorithm and the flawed copyright system, and how a Union Minister's office is compromised.
- Censorship on TV, and the comparison between legacy media vs. digital media.
- The truth about Mohammad Zubair, Unheard stories of the Dutch ambassador.
- The new Broadcast Bill, Homophobia and Western woke culture.
If you want to know how YouTube is compromised against national interest, Watch this episode.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
6:55 - Abhijit's experience growing up gay
11:26 - Iran as the sex change capital of the Muslim world
14:42 - The state is taking your child away from you
19:05 - What is Digital Feudalism?
21:59 - The reality of BlackRock and Google
26:19 - The flawed copyright strike system on YouTube
29:13 - Is the Union Ministers' office compromised?
33:52 - Human intervention in the YouTube algorithm
49:32 - Censorship on TV: Then vs. Now
57:38 - The new Broadcast Bill
1:04:14 - Driving in India
1:09:07 - Is the UPSC exam outdated?
1:11:09 - Exposing Mohammad Zubair
1:18:12 - Newslaundry exposed
1:22:59 - AI and audio podcasts
1:28:04 - Different consumption patterns
1:46:58 - Yohan Tengra vs. Poonawala and the reality of vaccines
1:51:05 - The Bill Gates Foundation and vaccine compliance
1:54:37 - ESG compliance and the methodology of surveys
1:57:20 - The reality of foreign journalists working in India
2:05:13 - Is validation from the West important?
2:13:15 - Legacy media vs. digital media
2:20:14 - Conclusion
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Sep 10, 2024 • 1h 57min
Para SF’s ANGRY Rant on Agniveer, Army Reform, And Masculinity | Dostcast w/ Major Avinash Sahani
Major Avinash Sahani is a former Special Forces paratrooper and team commander, specializing in corporate and VIP security management. He is also an experienced skydiver and underwater diver. He currently works in an undisclosed location in the African country of Mozambique.
In this episode Vinamre and Avinash talk about:
- What do men fear most and how to be mentally strong.
- Reality of Mozambique, issues with modern education.
- How he survived the Para SF training, dealing with death and trauma.
- Why Agniveer scheme is bad for the army, How Armed Forces in India are compartmentalized.
- Struggles of retired army men in India, problems with Parachute Regiment in India.
- Who's more powerful in the US - The Military or The President.
If you want to know more about the Para SF and the different armies of the world, watch this episode.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
3:13 - What do men fear the most?
6:33 - How can you become mentally strong?
13:21 - Speaking different languages
15:45 - Situation in Mozambique
19:45 - How can you be disciplined?
27:24 - Are you Special Forces material?
30:21 - How he survived the 90-day Para SF training
36:10 - Problems with the young generation
40:49 - Dealing with the trauma of people around you dying
44:08 - The idea of death in the military
49:10 - Is there a courage pandemic now?
53:30 - Problems of modern education
56:50 - Has he shot someone?
58:35 - Problems of the Parachute Regiment in India
1:08:56 - Views on the roadmap of General Bipin Rawat
1:11:53 - Does the Taliban have better equipment than the Indian Army?
1:13:24 - Philosophy of the Indian Army is not clear
1:15:33 - Weapon profiling of NATO
1:19:30 - Why don't VIPs hire ex-Indian Special Forces?
1:21:26 - How can India be better?
1:23:33 - The problems with the Agniveer Law
1:36:40 - Is it hard to find a job as an ex-army man in India?
1:40:55 - India hires third-party security to protect Indian embassies abroad
1:42:41 - Is the military more powerful than the president in the US?
1:51:53 - Conclusion
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Sep 7, 2024 • 1h 48min
Kolkata’s Tragedy: Why Ignoring Sex Education Is Dangerous Now | Isha Bhatia Sanan Explains
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Isha Bhatia Sanan is a journalist at Deutsche Welle (DW), a German international broadcaster. She covers a range of topics like politics, social issues, and culture. Isha is the Deputy Head of Deutsche Welle Hindi. She was among the first in the country to create content on sexual health and female sexuality "Sehat Talk" , challenging taboos that were once controversial but are more accepted today.
In this episode Vinamre and Isha discuss:
- The state and importance of sex education, views on period leave.
- News that changed her life, challenges faced by female journalists.
- Work Life Balance of Gen Z's and the urge to pretend to be someone else.
- Differences in generational mental health issues, her experience interviewing Barkha Dutt.
If you're in the field of journalism, this episode is for you.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
3:20 - Shocking Realization When She Went to Germany
8:44 - The Right Way to Speak in Hindi
12:40 - Every Word Has a Vibe to It
15:44 - Managing Distribution in India While Sitting in Germany
21:10 - Is Constructive Journalism Possible?
29:37 - Differences in Generational Mental Health Issues
40:13 - Journey of Understanding Female Sexual Reproductive Health
44:54 - Surprising Things She Didn't Even Know
48:01 - Sex Education in Schools
50:35 - "Baesharm" is the New Bae
55:05 - Views on Period Leave
1:00:38 - Gen Z's Work-Life Balance
1:08:39 - How She Keeps Her Mental Sanity
1:12:51 - Your Attention Span is Destroyed
1:16:42 - The News That Changed Her Life
1:20:15 - Challenges Women Journalists Face
1:28:09 - What Was It Like Interviewing Barkha Dutt?
1:30:40 - Idea Behind Her Show "Baesharm Isha"
1:38:04 - Fear and Loneliness in Young Men
1:41:00 - Why Do People Pretend to Be Someone Else?
1:46:20 - Conclusion
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Sep 6, 2024 • 1h 35min
UPSC Expert on Exam Scams, Caste, and the Dark Side of UPSC | Dostcast w/ Vijender Chauhan
Vijender Singh Chauhan, born in Delhi, is a well-known interviewer and educator who currently serves as an associate professor at the University of Delhi, where he specializes in Hindi literature. He is known for making complex literary concepts easy to understand, such as classical and modern Hindi literature. He is famous for his work as a mock interview panelist at Drishti IAS. He also has a YouTube channel called "Vijender Masijeevi" and is the author of two Hindi books: "Kyuki Bhasha Bhi Ek Fractal Hai" and "Media va Stri: Ek Uttar Vimarsh.”
In this Episode Vinamre and Vijender talk about:
- Hindi Sahitya, the common use of Hinglish, and the importance of learning linguistics
- Caste as the root cause of major problems in India, and the issue of lateral entry
- Discrimination against women in the IAS services and cadre management
- The reality of the UPSC selection interview process and whether it's still worth it
- How nepotism, inheritance, and social conditioning influence success, and ways to transcend class
If you're a competitive exam aspirant and want to understand how caste plays a crucial role in India, this episode is for you.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
2:50 - “Baithne ka Tareeka thoda Cazual hai”
4:30 - Nirmal Verma ka Sahitya
7:00 - Are Self-Help Books Affecting Sahitya Books?
9:51 - Views on Hinglish
13:41 - What is "Nayi Wali Hindi"?
16:10 - Need for the Study of Linguistics
19:02 - Why Does No One Want to Do Hindi Honours?
22:36 - Need for Politeness in a Conversation
28:07 - Respecting Someone Because of Caste
32:35 - Reality of Appointment of Professors in DU
36:30 - Merit or Privilege: What Helps?
38:15 - The Idea of Deprivation Points
40:05 - How Cultural Capital Helps
44:50 - How Can You Transcend Class?
50:42 - Do Chirag Paswan and Others Also Face Discrimination?
53:20 - Views on Nepotism and Inheritance
57:00 - Systemic Discrimination Against Lower Castes
1:01:18 - Challenges for Women in IAS
1:06:05 - Is the Interview Process of UPSC Fair?
1:09:30 - The Real Reason Why Corruption Happens
1:15:22 - What is Lateral Entry and What Are the Problems With It?
1:18:00 - UP's New Social Media Policy
1:21:15 - Views on The National Creator Awards
1:22:55 - Pressure of Being Less Political
1:25:21 - The Brutal Reality of UPSC Selections
1:31:52 - Hindi Book Recommendations
1:34:12 - Conclusion
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