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ARUNACHAL BEYOND THE HEADLINES | BENGIA AJUM | SMALLTALK WITH KOKO

What is really happening in Arunachal Pradesh?

In this episode of Smalltalk with Koko, I sit down with journalist Bengia Ajum of The Arunachal Times for a wide-ranging conversation about the issues shaping Arunachal today — and some that may become much bigger tomorrow.

We talk about the situation around Taksing and the India-China border, what is happening on the ground in some of Arunachal’s most remote areas, NH-415 and the problems surrounding our roads and infrastructure, and the larger questions of development, governance and connectivity.

But the conversation doesn’t stop at the issues that are already making headlines.

We also get into the problems that often remain overlooked — the things people may not be talking about today, but which could potentially become serious challenges for Arunachal in the future.

Bengia Ajum brings the perspective of someone who has spent years reporting from the state and following its stories closely. This is not just about one issue or one headline — it is a conversation about Arunachal, where we are today, and what we should be paying attention to.

Watch the full conversation and tell us:

What issue do you think Arunachal needs to start talking about now?

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What is really happening along Arunachal Pradesh’s frontier?

In this episode of Small Talk with Coco, I sit down with Paknga Bage, former MLA from Dumporijo, former Parliamentary Secretary (Home) and National General Secretary (Organisation) of the National People’s Party (NPP).

We go beyond party politics and discuss some of the most important questions facing Arunachal Pradesh and the Northeast today.

The conversation comes at a time when allegations concerning Chinese activity around Taksing in Upper Subansiri have triggered public concern. The Nah Welfare Society has made serious allegations regarding Chinese presence and infrastructure in the area, while the Indian Army has rejected the allegations.

Bage has himself publicly called for the government to take the allegations seriously and has sought clarity from the state and central governments.

In this conversation, we discuss:

* 🇮🇳 What is really happening in Taksing?

* 🇨🇳 China’s territorial claims over Arunachal Pradesh

* NWS allegations vs the official position

* The concerns of people living on India’s frontier

* Tapir Gao and the China question

* What India should learn from 1962

* Is India too cautious when dealing with China?

* The role of the Chief Minister and Prime Minister

* Why border security is also about roads, connectivity and frontier communities

* NPP vs BJP and the future of regional politics

* Why should Northeast India come together?

* Regional identity vs national politics

* Racism and discrimination faced by people from the Northeast

* Paknga Bage’s political journey and lessons from elections

* His vision for Arunachal Pradesh

* And what he would do if he had the power to lead Arunachal tomorrow

This is not just a conversation about a border. It is a conversation about the people who live on that border — and what their voices mean for the rest of India.

Watch till the end and tell us:

Are we listening enough to the people living on India’s frontier?

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HOW MANY DAMS ARE ENOUGH? | EBO MILLI | SMALLTALK WITH KOKO

How do we define development?

And at what point do we stop asking whether development is actually serving the people it is meant to serve?

In this episode of Smalltalk with Koko, Ebo Milli joins me for a candid and thought-provoking conversation about Arunachal Pradesh, its politics, its people, its rivers, its history and the choices that continue to shape its future.

We look at the state through the lens of development, power, politics, environment, governance and public memory—while asking some uncomfortable questions about the direction Arunachal is taking and the legacy we are creating for the generations that come after us.

Some conversations are meant to give you answers.

This one is meant to make you question.

How many dams are enough?

Watch the full conversation and decide for yourself.

🔗 SOURCES & FURTHER READING

For transparency and further context, here are the online sources, articles, reports and references relevant to the subjects discussed in this episode:

1. Mere vichar by late Kalikho Pul -

https://thewire.in/politics/kalikho-pul-note-full-text

2. Monk shooting incident Tawang :

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-india-36189604

3. Roing town Durga pooja incident:

https://www.hindustantimes.com/india/maoist-tag-used-to-justify-firing-on-puja-revellers/story-oRQ6ftcEBbhhIiYoLbnKvL.html

4. DCM Chowna mein sign MoU with Demwe :

https://arunachaltimes.in/article/govt-inks-pact-for-developing-1750-mw-hydropower-project

5. India has banned a BBC documentary about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s role in the 2002 riots in Gujarat state.

https://www.hrw.org/news/2023/01/23/indias-blocking-bbc-documentary-reflects-broader-crackdown

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Bara Atey & A Girl in Disguise Said WHAT?! | The Most Unfiltered Smalltalk with Koko Episode Yet

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Welcome to Smalltalk with Koko—where the conversations get real, the reactions get wild, and absolutely nothing is scripted.

In this episode, I sit down with Bada Atey and A Girl in Disguise for one of the most unexpected and entertaining conversations we’ve ever had. From hilarious moments to surprising opinions and totally unfiltered stories, this episode is packed with everything you don’t want to miss.

No rehearsals. No filters. No boring answers. Just pure, spontaneous conversation that goes wherever it wants.

If you love raw, honest, and unpredictable content, this episode is for you.

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Resuming my long pending audio podcast where I will be sharing my thoughts from my diaries and would like to collaborate with anyone interested in talking about unspoken feelings and topic.

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Meet The Trend — Arunachal Pradesh’s first-ever K-pop boy band making history! From owning the stage at national competitions to representing at the international level, these boys are breaking barriers and chasing dreams.

This group podcast was pure energy — fun stories, crazy memories, and an inside look at what it takes to be The Trend.

📺 Watch the full video on YouTube - premiering today at 5pm

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In this powerful episode of Smalltalk with Koko, we sit down with Hillang Yajik—the first woman from Arunachal Pradesh to win gold at the South Asian Bodybuilding & Physique Championships.

From her early days of dance to becoming an international bodybuilding champion, Hillang opens up like never before. She talks about her struggles, sacrifices, moments of doubt, and the journey behind the headlines.

This is a story told with honesty, vulnerability, and strength—unfiltered and never-before-heard.

Video version available on YouTube– just search Smalltalk with Koko.

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with GilithiGreams—the first-ever pop girl group from Arunachal Pradesh.

From viral dance routines to soul-touching Nyishi lyrics, the girls talk openly about what it takes to build something that’s never been done before.

They didn’t hold back—this conversation is raw, emotional, and unfiltered. We dive into:

✨ Their journey as artists and sisters

🎶 The making of Morom Tho and Naso Soto

💔 The struggles behind the glamour

💡 And what it really means to be young women chasing a dream in the Northeast.

This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a cultural moment.

🎙️ Tune in now and meet the pioneers.