In the age of noise, truth has become the quietest voice.What if finding truth in the post-truth era begins with just humility & common sense ?

In this episode of The Ultimate Inquiry, host Pracheta Budhwar sits down with journalist and author Syed Zaigham Murtaza for a deeply reflective conversation on truth, culture, and the evolving role of media.

From his childhood in Amroha to his journey throughjournalism, Murtaza opens up about how community, literature, and lived experiences shaped his worldview.

🎧 Tune in for a thoughtful dialogue on journalism, ethics, and the human spirit.

00:00 Introduction to Syed Zaigham Murtaza

01:41 Growing Up in Amroha: A Cultural Mosaic

04:46 Influences and Inspirations: Family and Education

11:02 The Pull of Home: Returning to Amroha

14:36 The Journey to Journalism: A Conscious Choice

18:55 Books that Shaped a Mind: Early Literary Influences

22:52 Reflections on Identity and Community

24:17 The Impact of the 90s on Social Dynamics

24:57 The Evolution of Religious and Communal Identity

27:13 The Role of Social Media in Shaping Narratives

31:46 Maintaining Objectivity in Journalism

36:25 The Loss of Dignity in Public Discourse

41:23 The Changing Nature of Community and Responsibility

45:46 The Essence of Journalism

47:07 Challenges in Modern Journalism

49:21 The Need for Ethical Journalism

51:30 The Impact of Reporting on Society

59:00 The Complexity of Truth

01:06:58 Inquiring into Human Nature and Conflict

🎧 Tune in for athoughtful dialogue on journalism, ethics, and the human spirit.