ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash

EP-249 | The Ideas Politburo with Shehzad, Kushal & Vinamre | 2024 Year-Ender Special


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From politics to dating, cricket to OTT shows, the ANI Podcast Team wraps up 2024 with a year-end special that's both entertaining and insightful. Every topic is seasoned with a pinch of wit and a dash of intrigue, making it a must-listen!

In this special edition, hosted by Smita Prakash, the guests bring their unique perspectives to the table:

Shehzad Poonawalla, National Spokesperson of the BJP, shares his take on the political highlights of the year.

Kushal Mehra, an author and podcaster, weighs in on cultural shifts, Foreign Policy, and more.

Vinamre Kasanaa, popularly known as Dostcast, dives into the world of content creation, podcasting in India, and dating culture.

Together, they unpack a wide range of topics, offering sharp insights and plenty of laughs along the way. Whether you're a news junkie or just here for the banter, this episode has something for everyone!



00:00 - Introduction

03:13 - How Content Creation Has Evolved

08:15 - Podcasting in India

17:09 - When Views Drop on Podcasts

22:17 - Modi: The Best PM India Has Ever Had?

25:40 - Should India Legalize Same-Sex Marriage?

28:21 - Has India's Foreign Policy Improved Under the BJP?

32:23 - Is Free Speech Under Threat in India?

40:57 - Has India's Social Fabric Been Ruined in the Last 10 Years?

48:07 - Hindu Rashtra

51:03 - Caste-Based Reservation

55:58 - Best Daily Soap Serial and Why

57:36 - Marriage and Opposing Political Views

59:08 - Will You Stay Friends with Your Ex?

01:00:13 - Most Overrated Sports

01:01:21 - How Much Do You Spend on a First Date?

01:05:23 - What Makes You Proud to Be an Indian?

01:05:49 - Year 2024 in One Word

01:06:54 - Disrespecting Culture

01:10:28 - Does Religion Matter Before Entering a Relationship?

01:16:10 - Overrated Celebrity

01:17:32 - Picking India's Best Cricket Player

01:20:03 - Is It Okay to Cheat on Your Barber?

01:23:13 - Indian of the Year?

01:27:43 - Overrated Film

01:29:48 - The Kapoors Meeting PM Modi

01:37:44 - Online Trolling

01:39:21 - Favourite Podcaster

01:43:59 - Fame and Criticism

01:50:12 - Politicians and Their Attire

01:57:35 - Power Dynamics During Interviews

02:00:45 - Shehzad's 2025 Resolutions

02:02:53 - Kushal's 2025 Resolutions

02:04:08 - Vinamre's 2025 Resolutions

02:06:47 - Smita's 2025 Resolutions

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