
Bharatiya Junta Podcast
This is a quirky, liberal take on all that's farcical, absurd and depressing in 'New India'. From cricket to science, entertainment to politics, the old Indians take on the new Indian narrative. Listen to some hard-hitting but mostly sane take on the happenings from Aryavrat.
Latest episodes

Mar 22, 2025 • 1h 21min
BJPod Thoughton Ki Baraat- In which, Lux Fareedman interviews Aurangzeb
The gang gets to the job of reviewing that interview on that podcast. After which it is one rant after another rant along with intermittent display of gareebi.

Mar 14, 2025 • 1h 25min
BJPod Newsein aur Thoughtien - Kyu nahi ban sakti ab India me wo film expert edition feat. Sucharita
Gang is back and with them is the amazing Sucharita (@su4ita), where she tells them about Super Boys of Malegaon and what made the YRF and Johar movies tick in the 90's and 00's and what happened afterward. What does the audience want now and a lot more.

Feb 24, 2025 • 2h 7min
BJPod Newsein aur Thoughtien - India's got Sati Pratha
BJPod had returning champion Dr. Medusa (@ms_medusssa) and first timer Dr. Ruchika Sharma (@tishasaroyan) on the pod. We talk Sati Pratha, Chaava, the historical revisionism around Muslim invaders obviously India's got latent and Shah Hussaina.

Feb 16, 2025 • 1h 43min
BJPod Ladies Please! - Pop Culture Hour, Kyuki Saas Ki Kasauti Hai Ghar Ghar Ki Kahani
In this special episodes of BhaJaPod, It is the much demanded ladies crew again, and the women have Shweta on to talk about why Kyunki Saans Bhi Kabhi bahu emerged and catapulted Smriti Irani into our lives. They also talk about what came before in the 90’s, the aftermath with Balika Vadhu and Gopi Bahu, as well as Anupama today and the impact of all of these serials on society. There’s a deep dive into Nagins which is the explainer you didn’t know you needed! Tune in to hear Richa, Kesar, Amrutha and Shweta.Edited by- Amrutha

Jan 31, 2025 • 2h 17min
BJPod Newsein aur Thoughtien - Coldplay se Chaava, ye sab chal kya raha hai Baava
Joined by Kunal Purohit (@kunalpurohit) and Abbas Momin (@AbbasMomin), we talk about Indian cinema and popular culture since 1 AD and about what can and cannot be made anymore. Coldplay in India, Vivek Oberoi in Davos.
Kunal and Abbas provide their perspective on popular culture, media, music and films and how it is being shaped under the current regime.
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Jan 21, 2025 • 2h 9min
BJPod Newsein aur Thoughtien - Kumbh hai, development hai, IIT baba hai, bas rationalism nahi
Join the lively discussion on the Kumbh Mela, where culture meets commercialization. Delve into the true essence of development and its disconnect from political realities. Explore youth migration, tackling socio-economic barriers, and the impact of radicalization. From the humor of reality shows to the serious critique of government failures, the complexities of Indian society unfold. Plus, a look at urban cleanliness and the clash of cultural identities really gets you thinking!

Jan 9, 2025 • 2h 24min
BJPod Newsein aur Thoughtien - R.I.P Dr. Manmohan Singh but L.O.V.E Adarniya Narendra Modi
The first half of the pod is Aditya and Raj talking about the legacy of Manmohan Singh and the way people in India have reacted to his passing, they also talk about H1B fiasco and in the second part the gang gets on to shoot shit from Quora and latest trailers.

Dec 27, 2024 • 5h 41min
BJPod Christmas and New Year special
Just three guys chatting away while Modi Ji plays.

Dec 19, 2024 • 1h 40min
BJPod Ladies Please! - Self-Destructive Men of our Cinema
In this the BhaJaPod ladies talk the fascinating evolution of the self-destructive man's portrayal in pop culture. Through an analysis of Devdas’s, subversive reimagining in DevD, and then some Kabir Singh carcass thrown in, they explore how this archetype has been reinterpreted and recontextualized over the years. Plus, they throw in some men like 'Animal' for good measure! Tune in to hear Richa, Nidhi and AmruthaEpisode Editor- Nidhi

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Nov 30, 2024 • 1h 29min
BJPod Newsein aur Thoughtien - Kyu nahi ban sakti ab India me Dil To Pagal Hai
The discussion kicks off with a critique of the declining quality in Bollywood, questioning if a modern classic like Dil To Pagal Hai could ever be made again. It dives into the creative challenges faced by filmmakers, particularly in Hindi cinema, contrasting it with vibrant regional storytelling. The conversation shifts to the socio-political landscape, analyzing the evolving themes in Indian films and their reflection on societal issues. It even draws parallels between cricket leadership and political accountability, highlighting the complex interplay of culture and governance.