Mr. Rathod's Neighborhood

By Chirag S Rathod

Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood, hosted by Chirag Rathod, is a podcast full of laughs, insight, openness and great stories. Through long-form conversations with the people in my life, this podcast hopes to g... more

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Mr. Rathod's Neighborhood episodes:

September 02, 2025 BEARS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD (fifty-four) - Pulse of the People, Part 2
This week we ask the listener to tell us their thoughts about the upcoming season – what does success look like, when is the time to panic, and one (or two) bold predictions!

Bears in the Neighborhood is your weekly insight into the Chicago Bears in under 30 minutes, a podcast hosted by Samir Patel and Chirag Rathod! Bears in the Neighborhood is part of the “Mr. Rathod’s Neighborhood” network of podcasts!
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Music: “Juicy Booty” by Subpar Snatch – used with permission from the band
Video: Created using Luma Dream Machine and Clipchamp
Podcast Art: Created using Canva
Opening Clip: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/KAtWL8V4_q4
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*Samir Patel*
Samir is a contributing author for On Tap Sports Net and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.mylifewithme.com/
Article: https://ontapsportsnet.com/nfl/chicago-bears/chicago-bears-austin-booker-on-the-injured-reserve-micah-parsons/
IG and X @smpatel06

*Chirag Rathod*
Chirag is host of the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood, an improvisor and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.chiragrathod.com/
IG @mrrathodsneighborhood
In the Lab Cookin’ with Me & Zazzle: https://youtu.be/MWPkDf2P0Co?si=MZbZhGDY0GJRLpn1
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Check out the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood on all streaming platforms to listen to episodes of “Bears in the Neighborhood”.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6CWTRtL5dizA1iyS2O7qeN?si=573ff211b80c4d8a
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mr-rathods-neighborhood/id1445766040
Video: Episodes available on YouTube! https://youtu.be/M7o3ibyc7nI
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ChiragRathod.com
IG: @mrrathodsneighborhood
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chiragrathod9882
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August 26, 2025 BEARS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD (fifty-three) -The Audacity of Hope: Here We Go Again
This week we talk about what we always talk about when it comes to the Chicago Bears...the audacity of hope! Is it for real this time?

Bears in the Neighborhood is your weekly insight into the Chicago Bears in under 30 minutes, a podcast hosted by Samir Patel and Chirag Rathod! Bears in the Neighborhood is part of the “Mr. Rathod’s Neighborhood” network of podcasts!
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Music: “Juicy Booty” by Subpar Snatch – used with permission from the band
Video: Created using Luma Dream Machine and Clipchamp
Podcast Art: Created using Canva
Opening Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_TJHIV5vDs
Check out Samir on the Bears on Tap PODCAST (Shout out Q!): https://x.com/OnTapSportsNet/status/1958334720120606881
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Pulse of the People 2!!!
Record your responses to each of the questions below (30 seconds each) and submit to be included in an upcoming episode!

What is your definition of success for the Bears this season?
What would have to happen for you to hit the panic button this season?
Give us one bold prediction for the upcoming season

You can submit your responses 2 ways:
Text Samir and Chirag if you have their number
Submit your responses to [email protected] with the subject line “Pulse of the People 2”
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*Samir Patel*
Samir is a contributing author for On Tap Sports Net and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.mylifewithme.com/
Article: https://ontapsportsnet.com/nfl/chicago-bears/what-to-watch-for-bears-vs-bills-preseason-week-2/
IG and X @smpatel06

*Chirag Rathod*
Chirag is host of the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood, an improvisor and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.chiragrathod.com/
IG @mrrathodsneighborhood
In the Lab Cookin’ with Me & Zazzle: https://youtu.be/MWPkDf2P0Co?si=MZbZhGDY0GJRLpn1
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Check out the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood on all streaming platforms to listen to episodes of “Bears in the Neighborhood”.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6CWTRtL5dizA1iyS2O7qeN?si=573ff211b80c4d8a
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mr-rathods-neighborhood/id1445766040
Video: Episodes available on YouTube! https://youtu.be/kQuJ-3yARIk
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ChiragRathod.com
IG: @mrrathodsneighborhood
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chiragrathod9882
...more
24min
August 19, 2025 BEARS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD (fifty-two) - Get Hyped! | PreSZN 2: Bills @ Bears
This week we talk about our first look at Caleb Williams in a Ben Johnson offense! Should we feed into the hype?

Bears in the Neighborhood is your weekly insight into the Chicago Bears in under 30 minutes, a podcast hosted by Samir Patel and Chirag Rathod! Bears in the Neighborhood is part of the “Mr. Rathod’s Neighborhood” network of podcasts!
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Music: “Juicy Booty” by Subpar Snatch – used with permission from the band
Video: Created using Luma Dream Machine and Clipchamp
Podcast Art: Created using Canva
Opening Clip: https://x.com/chasedaniel/status/1957460373520478587?s=46
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Pulse of the People 2!!!
Record your responses to each of the questions below (30 seconds each) and submit to be included in an upcoming episode!

What is your definition of success for the Bears this season?
What would have to happen for you to hit the panic button this season?
Give us one bold prediction for the upcoming season

You can submit your responses 2 ways:
Text Samir and Chirag if you have their number
Submit your responses to [email protected] with the subject line “Pulse of the People 2”
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*Samir Patel*
Samir is a contributing author for On Tap Sports Net and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.mylifewithme.com/
Article: https://ontapsportsnet.com/nfl/chicago-bears/what-to-watch-for-bears-vs-bills-preseason-week-2/
IG and X @smpatel06

*Chirag Rathod*
Chirag is host of the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood, an improvisor and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.chiragrathod.com/
IG @mrrathodsneighborhood
In the Lab Cookin’ with Me & Zazzle: https://youtu.be/MWPkDf2P0Co?si=MZbZhGDY0GJRLpn1
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Check out the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood on all streaming platforms to listen to episodes of “Bears in the Neighborhood”.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6CWTRtL5dizA1iyS2O7qeN?si=573ff211b80c4d8a
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mr-rathods-neighborhood/id1445766040
Video: Episodes available on YouTube! https://youtu.be/AoKn8M_TGlU
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ChiragRathod.com
IG: @mrrathodsneighborhood
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chiragrathod9882
...more
25min
August 11, 2025 BEARS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD (fifty-one) - Defensive Stand? I “Noah” Guy | PreSZN 1: Dolphins @ Bears
This week we talk about seeing the Bears in game action for the first time and discuss how Ben Johnson and the new coaching staff did in their debut!

Bears in the Neighborhood is your weekly insight into the Chicago Bears in under 30 minutes, a podcast hosted by Samir Patel and Chirag Rathod! Bears in the Neighborhood is part of the “Mr. Rathod’s Neighborhood” network of podcasts!
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Music: “Juicy Booty” by Subpar Snatch – used with permission from the band
Video: Created using Luma Dream Machine and Clipchamp
Podcast Art: Created using Canva
Opening Clip: https://x.com/BoogCB/status/1954594479375052918
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*Samir Patel*
Samir is a contributing author for On Tap Sports Net and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.mylifewithme.com/
Article: https://ontapsportsnet.com/nfl/chicago-bears/chicago-bears-training-camp-caleb-williams-hype/
IG and X @smpatel06

*Chirag Rathod*
Chirag is host of the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood, an improvisor and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.chiragrathod.com/
IG @mrrathodsneighborhood
In the Lab Cookin’ with Me & Zazzle: https://youtu.be/MWPkDf2P0Co?si=MZbZhGDY0GJRLpn1
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Check out the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood on all streaming platforms to listen to episodes of “Bears in the Neighborhood”.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6CWTRtL5dizA1iyS2O7qeN?si=573ff211b80c4d8a
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mr-rathods-neighborhood/id1445766040
Video: Episodes available on YouTube! https://youtu.be/g5B7gnExKrU
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ChiragRathod.com
IG: @mrrathodsneighborhood
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chiragrathod9882
...more
22min
August 06, 2025 BEARS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD (fifty) - What Did I Miss? (SURPRISE RELEASE)
This week we return to talk about all the things that happened in the past month! TRAINING CAMP, KERFUFFLES and OFF-SEASON FODDER!

Bears in the Neighborhood is your weekly insight into the Chicago Bears in under 30 minutes, a podcast hosted by Samir Patel and Chirag Rathod! Bears in the Neighborhood is part of the “Mr. Rathod’s Neighborhood” network of podcasts!
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Music: “Juicy Booty” by Subpar Snatch – used with permission from the band
Video: Created using Luma Dream Machine and Clipchamp
Podcast Art: Created using Canva
Opening Clip: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/WhUSJk2ThEo
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*Samir Patel*
Samir is a contributing author for On Tap Sports Net and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.mylifewithme.com/
Article: https://ontapsportsnet.com/nfl/chicago-bears/chicago-bears-coaches-rank-ben-johnson/
IG and X @smpatel06

*Chirag Rathod*
Chirag is host of the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood, an improvisor and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.chiragrathod.com/
IG @mrrathodsneighborhood
In the Lab Cookin’ with Me & Zazzle: https://youtu.be/MWPkDf2P0Co?si=MZbZhGDY0GJRLpn1
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Check out the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood on all streaming platforms to listen to episodes of “Bears in the Neighborhood”.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6CWTRtL5dizA1iyS2O7qeN?si=573ff211b80c4d8a
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mr-rathods-neighborhood/id1445766040
Video: Episodes available on YouTube! https://youtu.be/heNCfXQXOnY
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ChiragRathod.com
IG: @mrrathodsneighborhood
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chiragrathod9882
...more
21min
July 07, 2025 BEARS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD (forty-nine) - Look into the Crystal Ball (that’s actually a basketball)
This week we take a look into the crystal ball and ask it what moves the Bears might make before the season begins! After the episode, we take you on a behind the scenes look at the making of an episode!

Bears in the Neighborhood is a podcast by Samir Patel and Chirag Rathod, your weekly insight into the Chicago Bears in under 30 minutes! “Bears in the Neighborhood” is part of the “Mr. Rathod’s Neighborhood” network of podcasts!
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Music: “Juicy Booty” by Subpar Snatch – used with permission from the band
Video: Created using Luma Dream Machine and Clipchamp
Podcast Art: Created using Canva
Opening Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxopPDMq7rs
In the Lab Cookin’ with Me & Zazzle: https://youtu.be/MWPkDf2P0Co?si=MZbZhGDY0GJRLpn1
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*Samir Patel*
Samir is a contributing author for On Tap Sports Net and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.mylifewithme.com/
Article: https://ontapsportsnet.com/nfl/pff-includes-two-bears-in-their-list-of-breakout-players
IG and X @smpatel06

*Chirag Rathod*
Chirag is host of the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood, an improvisor and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.chiragrathod.com/
IG @mrrathodsneighborhood
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Check out the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood on all streaming platforms to listen to episodes of “Bears in the Neighborhood”.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6CWTRtL5dizA1iyS2O7qeN?si=573ff211b80c4d8a
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mr-rathods-neighborhood/id1445766040
Video: Episodes available on YouTube! https://youtu.be/8-OMNVSc-ik
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ChiragRathod.com
IG: @mrrathodsneighborhood
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chiragrathod9882
...more
23min
July 01, 2025 BEARS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD (forty-eight) - Leaky Floors, Ceilings and Secret Documents
This week we talk about PFF’s “2nd Year Quarterback Floors & Ceilings” ratings and a breaking story about collusion between the NFL and it’s owners. COLLUSION!

Bears in the Neighborhood is a podcast by Samir Patel and Chirag Rathod, your weekly insight into the Chicago Bears in under 30 minutes! “Bears in the Neighborhood” is part of the “Mr. Rathod’s Neighborhood” network of podcasts!
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Music: “Juicy Booty” by Subpar Snatch – used with permission from the band
Video: Created using Luma Dream Machine and Clipchamp
Podcast Art: Created using Canva
Opening Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rjB_anThp7U
Pablo Torre Podcast referenced in today’s episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P42Wq3fmTYg&t=1239s
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*Samir Patel*
Samir is a contributing author for On Tap Sports Net and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.mylifewithme.com/
Article: https://ontapsportsnet.com/nfl/pff-includes-two-bears-in-their-list-of-breakout-players
IG and X @smpatel06

*Chirag Rathod*
Chirag is host of the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood, an improvisor and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.chiragrathod.com/
IG @mrrathodsneighborhood
---
Check out the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood on all streaming platforms to listen to episodes of “Bears in the Neighborhood”.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6CWTRtL5dizA1iyS2O7qeN?si=573ff211b80c4d8a
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mr-rathods-neighborhood/id1445766040
Video: Episodes available on YouTube! https://youtu.be/1g9rN9HEzuY
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ChiragRathod.com
IG: @mrrathodsneighborhood
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chiragrathod9882
...more
25min
June 17, 2025 BEARS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD (forty-seven) - Dennis the Menace
This week we chat about the defensive side of the ball and how Dennis Allen’s schemes differ from coordinators of the past!

Bears in the Neighborhood is a podcast by Samir Patel and Chirag Rathod, your weekly insight into the Chicago Bears in under 30 minutes! “Bears in the Neighborhood” is part of the “Mr. Rathod’s Neighborhood” network of podcasts!
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Music: “Juicy Booty” by Subpar Snatch – used with permission from the band
Video: Created using Luma Dream Machine and Clipchamp
Podcast Art: Created using Canva
Opening Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VohJVo-CWOU
Article that we discussed: http://fickys-football-takes.super.site/dennis-allen-blueprint-how-one-blitz-happy-mastermind-turns-trash-into-top-10-treasure
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*Samir Patel*
Samir is a contributing author for On Tap Sports Net and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.mylifewithme.com/
Article: https://ontapsportsnet.com/nfl/pff-includes-two-bears-in-their-list-of-breakout-players
IG and X @smpatel06

*Chirag Rathod*
Chirag is host of the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood, an improvisor and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.chiragrathod.com/
IG @mrrathodsneighborhood
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Check out the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood on all streaming platforms to listen to episodes of “Bears in the Neighborhood”.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6CWTRtL5dizA1iyS2O7qeN?si=573ff211b80c4d8a
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mr-rathods-neighborhood/id1445766040
Video: Episodes available on YouTube! https://youtu.be/upnRu_ld2gc
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ChiragRathod.com
IG: @mrrathodsneighborhood
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chiragrathod9882
...more
23min
June 10, 2025 BEARS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD (forty-six) - Lions and Packers and Vikings and Bears, Oh My!
This week we break down all the other teams in the NFC North!

Bears in the Neighborhood is a podcast by Samir Patel and Chirag Rathod, your weekly insight into the Chicago Bears in under 30 minutes! “Bears in the Neighborhood” is part of the “Mr. Rathod’s Neighborhood” network of podcasts!
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Music: “Juicy Booty” by Subpar Snatch – used with permission from the band
Video: Created using Luma Dream Machine and Clipchamp
Podcast Art: Created using Canva
Opening Clip: https://youtu.be/BcTXk4-YKaw?si=YcKwldXiepM2ZYyh&t=180 (from episode 9 of Bears in the Neighborhood “Sixth Best in a Four Horse Race”)
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*Samir Patel*
Samir is a contributing author for On Tap Sports Net and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.mylifewithme.com/
Article: https://ontapsportsnet.com/nfl/three-things-we-learned-from-bears-quarterback-caleb-williams-press-conference
IG and X @smpatel06

*Chirag Rathod*
Chirag is host of the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood, an improvisor and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.chiragrathod.com/
IG @mrrathodsneighborhood
---
Check out the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood on all streaming platforms to listen to episodes of “Bears in the Neighborhood”.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6CWTRtL5dizA1iyS2O7qeN?si=573ff211b80c4d8a
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mr-rathods-neighborhood/id1445766040
Video: Episodes available on YouTube! https://youtu.be/JaZL4A23msI
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ChiragRathod.com
IG: @mrrathodsneighborhood
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chiragrathod9882
...more
27min
June 04, 2025 BEARS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD (forty-five) - the MINI stories of MINIcamp
This week we talk all the mini stories circulating around minicamp!

Bears in the Neighborhood is a podcast by Samir Patel and Chirag Rathod, your weekly insight into the Chicago Bears in under 30 minutes! “Bears in the Neighborhood” is part of the “Mr. Rathod’s Neighborhood” network of podcasts!
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Music: “Juicy Booty” by Subpar Snatch – used with permission from the band
Video: Created using Luma Dream Machine and Clipchamp
Podcast Art: Created using Canva
Opening Clip: https://x.com/courtneyrcronin/status/1930031607391375710?s=46
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*Samir Patel*
Samir is a contributing author for On Tap Sports Net and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.mylifewithme.com/
Article: https://ontapsportsnet.com/nfl/three-things-we-learned-from-bears-quarterback-caleb-williams-press-conference
IG and X @smpatel06

*Chirag Rathod*
Chirag is host of the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood, an improvisor and a lifelong Chicago Bears fan.
Website: https://www.chiragrathod.com/
IG @mrrathodsneighborhood
---
Check out the podcast Mr Rathod’s Neighborhood on all streaming platforms to listen to episodes of “Bears in the Neighborhood”.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6CWTRtL5dizA1iyS2O7qeN?si=573ff211b80c4d8a
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mr-rathods-neighborhood/id1445766040
Video: Episodes available on YouTube! https://youtu.be/ygkJoSC42jQ
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ChiragRathod.com
IG: @mrrathodsneighborhood
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chiragrathod9882
...more
20min

FAQs about Mr. Rathod's Neighborhood:

How many episodes does Mr. Rathod's Neighborhood have?

The podcast currently has 132 episodes available.