

Bharatiya Junta Podcast
The 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.
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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.

Nov 19, 2024 • 1h 3min
BJPod Newsein aur Thoughtien - The one where the gang decides to lose all the listenership
Gang is together and perhaps this will be the episode that will mean that most of the pod listener abandon the pod. The gang talk American elections from the lens of the Indian liberal twitter reaction to the elections and then of course some other newsein from India.

Nov 5, 2024 • 2h
BJPod - Pop culture review hour of Big Fat Indian Weddings- What is with the desi weddings?
The BJPod wimmins look at weddings and their depiction starting with Monsoon Wedding, Mira Nair’s groundbreaking depiction of an intimate Punjabi wedding. To Made in Heaven’s toe-dipping into every possible wedding related societal ill (with smug voiceovers) and Neeraj Ghaywan’s Dalit Wedding episode.
Hosts- Amrutha, Nidhi and Richa
Editing- Nidhi

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Oct 20, 2024 • 1h 24min
BJPod Newsein aur Thoughtien - Rohit Shetty is the Satyajit Ray of Modi Ji's India
The discussion kicks off with a playful take on India's political landscape, poking fun at familiar names. It seamlessly shifts to the charming chaos of community living and the quirks that come with it. The hosts dive into a nostalgic analysis of Hindi cinema's decline, contrasting past blockbusters with today's fare. With amusing anecdotes and cultural references, they explore the legacy of classic films and their impact on modern storytelling. Expect hilarity as they dissect everything from jumbled book collections to the absurdities of current media narratives!

Oct 7, 2024 • 1h 38min
BJPod - Half decade celebrations Feat. RIP Aditya- Laddoo ke peeche kya hai?
Gang is gangier today with many folks on the pod from our discord community, we talk laddo ke peeche kya hai and other Modi Ji things. Guests-Kalim, kki, Ajay, Arbaz, Amruthaidhi, MV

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Sep 19, 2024 • 3h 53min
BJPod - Happy Narendra Jayanti PS also BJPod 5 years
To celebrate this great time of both the Narendra Day and 5 years of BJPod, as we prepare something for you, we thought we would share some of our best work till then. Enjoy and share with friends.

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Sep 8, 2024 • 1h 16min
BJPod Newsein aur Thoughtien - Discord Community Episode
The BJPod Discord Community got together to discuss the Mood of the Nation, Poland Visit, Tipping in USA & Ola being the largest EV company in the world except China amongst other things.

Aug 28, 2024 • 44min
BJPod Thoughtien - No country for women
New hosts tackle the pressing issue of women's safety in India post a recent Kolkata rape case. They critique societal attitudes and the media's apathy towards gender violence, emphasizing the need for reform. Discussions extend to the hypocrisy in social media comments on women's choices, and the troubling state of consent norms in the digital age. Insights into gendered and caste dynamics reveal intersectionality issues within feminism. Finally, they examine the controversial release of men convicted in a high-profile case, highlighting ongoing justice struggles.

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Aug 21, 2024 • 1h 41min
BJPod Newsein aur Thoughtien - YES ALL MEN!
Trigger Warning- The episode contains mention of sexual violence and worse, strong listener discretion advised.
Gang talks about Indian men obviously and then dive into other areas like Ambani family being 10% of India's GDP, some crazy people talking crazy stuff and then in the same vein Kangana and her new movie.

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Jul 13, 2024 • 1h 46min
BJPod Newsein aur Thoughtien - Jaysha main Jaysha.. Ye Ambani hai Deewani
The gang gets together to have a lengthy chat around the post world cup celebration, the Ambani shadi and pyar kya hai? Also, liberalism kya hai and Bhagwan kya hai are discussed.


