Azad Lab (Free To Speak) is a show that discusses issues that are often sidelined by the mainstream but that cause much disruption and anxiety among young people like masculinity, caste etc. Episode producer Naazneen, a 21 year old college going girl from Palla, Delhi  is vocal about issues revolving and concerning young people like her. This is her first attempt in creating a podcast on the same.

Episode 12: Parental pressure on career choices

 “Our career choices are always limited to being a doctor or an engineer as according to our parents they bring in respect and position in a society unlike other professions”

Most of us have seen or had our parents enforce or encourage only certain career paths which they deem fit for us.

Host Naazneen takes cognizance of this issue and feels how choosing a career under parental pressure can bring in a lot of stress and anxiety. She chats with a few youngsters and a parent and tries to note their take on this matter.

Azad Lab is one of 6 shows produced as part of the Free/Dem Community Podcasts, the online avatar of the Freedem WhatsApp Radio run by community members of Tajpur Pahadi and other urban slums in and around Delhi. The shows are built around ideas of gender equity, love, freedom of expression, human rights and justice. Through the podcasts, community members discuss as well as share their lived realities. They are produced under Ideosync's FREE/DEM initiative, which provides marginalized communities - especially women and migrants - a platform to amplify their narratives and stories using audio and video.

Corona Special_Stories from the ground: As the second COVID 19 wave sweeps the country, migrants and those living on the margins of the city will be impacted the most both in terms of health as well as economic outcomes. FreeDem community reporters bring you a series of stories from the ground in these difficult times as well as  information about the various Government relief programmes that have been announced.

Episode 17: Covid, Lockdown aur Becheni

"The second wave and lockdown has brought in new challenges and was devastating for many as it hit close to home"

Freedem Community Reporter Hemlata shares her experience on living in the margins of the city in a one room place which has brought in new doubts and apprehension about academics, personal as well the social life in and around her community.

Free/Dem Community Podcasts, is the online avatar of the Freedem WhatsApp Radio run by community members of Tajpur Pahadi and other urban slums in and around Delhi. There are 6 shows built around ideas of gender equity, love, freedom of expression, human rights and justice. Through the podcasts community members discuss as well as share their lived realities. They are produced under Ideosync's FREE/DEM initiative, which provides marginalized communities - especially women and migrants - a platform to amplify their narratives and stories using audio and video.

Zyada Bolne Wali Aurtein (Women Who Talk Too Much) is a show about women and by women. It showcases their desires and dreams, questioning the limits imposed on them by society -  and explores what gender equality and freedom means. Episode Producer Shabrana is a young married woman who is a homemaker. She sees her unfulfilled dreams through the eyes of her daughter whom she wants to provide higher education which she herself was deprived of as she was married of early. She is enthusiastic about working on social issues around her and considers herself as a feminist.

Episode 9: Women's health- Not a household priority?

"A women is expected to take care of everyone around her just like the phrase in sickness and in health but what happens when she is the one in need of care the most?"

Host Shabrana talks about how women, despite being caretakers in a household are neglected in terms of meeting their health need and well being. She addresses the issue by highlighting her own story.

Zyada Bolne Wali Aurtein is one of 6 shows produced as part of the Free/Dem Community Podcasts, the online avatar of the Freedem WhatsApp Radio run by community members of Tajpur Pahadi and other urban slums in and around Delhi. The shows are built around ideas of gender equity, love, freedom of expression, human rights and justice. Through the podcasts community members discuss as well as share their lived realities. They are produced under Ideosync's FREE/DEM initiative, which provides marginalized communities - especially women and migrants - a platform to amplify their narratives and stories using audio and video.

Corona Special_Stories from the ground: As the second COVID 19 wave sweeps the country, migrants and those living on the margins of the city will be impacted the most both in terms of health as well as economic outcomes. FreeDem community reporters bring you a series of stories from the ground in these difficult times as well as  information about the various Government relief programmes that have been announced.

Episode 16: The uncertainty after the second wave and lockdown.

 "The second wave has not only affected me physically but mentally as well and has confined me to the four walls of my home

 Episode producer Heena shares her feelings as a young working woman how the second wave and lockdown has affected her mentally resulting in anxiety, stress and uncertainty about the future.

Free/Dem Community Podcasts, is the online avatar of the Freedem WhatsApp Radio run by community members of Tajpur Pahadi and other urban slums in and around Delhi. There are 6 shows built around ideas of gender equity, love, freedom of expression, human rights and justice. Through the podcasts community members discuss as well as share their lived realities. They are produced under Ideosync's FREE/DEM initiative, which provides marginalized communities - especially women and migrants - a platform to amplify their narratives and stories using audio and video.

Zaroori Jaankari (Important Information) As the name suggests, this show is used to disseminate necessary information to the community members on any topic the community needs information on.

As the second wave of COVID 19 sweeps the entire country, FreeDem brings you a series of information on COVID management, vaccines as well as about the various Government relief programmes that have been announced.

Episode 3: Free Ambulance service for COVID patients in Delhi and Delhi NCR

Host Hafsa shares relevant verified information on the provision of Free Ambulance service  for COVID patients in Delhi and Delhi NCR.

Zaroori Jaankari is one of 6 shows produced as part of the Free/Dem Community Podcasts, the online avatar of the Freedem WhatsApp Radio run by community members of Tajpur Pahadi and other urban slums in and around Delhi. The shows are built around ideas of gender equity, love, freedom of expression, human rights and justice. Through the podcasts community members discuss as well as share their lived realities. They are produced under Ideosync's FREE/DEM initiative, which provides marginalized communities - especially women and migrants - a platform to amplify their narratives and stories using audio and video.

Zaroori Jaankari (Important Information) As the name suggests, this show is used to disseminate necessary information to the community members on any topic the community needs information on.

As the second wave of COVID 19 sweeps the entire country, FreeDem brings you a series of information on COVID management, vaccines as well as about the various Government relief programmes that have been announced.

Episode 2: Home remedies for COVID positive adults

Host Hafsa shares verified information on how one can manage COVID at home in case of mild symptoms. The source for this podcast can be found at https://www.indiacovidsos.org/

Zaroori Jaankari is one of 6 shows produced as part of the Free/Dem Community Podcasts, the online avatar of the Freedem WhatsApp Radio run by community members of Tajpur Pahadi and other urban slums in and around Delhi. The shows are built around ideas of gender equity, love, freedom of expression, human rights and justice. Through the podcasts community members discuss as well as share their lived realities. They are produced under Ideosync's FREE/DEM initiative, which provides marginalized communities - especially women and migrants - a platform to amplify their narratives and stories using audio and video.

Azad Lab (Free To Speak) is a show that discusses issues that are often sidelined by the mainstream but that cause much disruption and anxiety among young people like masculinity, caste etc. Episode producer Hemlata is 17 and studies in the local government school. A Freedem Community Reporter, she is shy but opinionated and strong willed who loves to read.

Episode 11: Facebook use krne ka haq kyun nehi hain Mujhe?

 "Isn't it my right as an individual to use social media to express myself? if my brother can do so, why can't I ?"

Host Hemlata tries to throw light on  the issue of gender disparity prevalent in the usage of social media sharing anecdotes from her own experiences and those of her friends. She shared perspectives from both female and male point of view by speaking to her male and female friends regarding this.

Azad Lab is one of 6 shows produced as part of the Free/Dem Community Podcasts, the online avatar of the Freedem WhatsApp Radio run by community members of Tajpur Pahadi and other urban slums in and around Delhi. The shows are built around ideas of gender equity, love, freedom of expression, human rights and justice. Through the podcasts, community members discuss as well as share their lived realities. They are produced under Ideosync's FREE/DEM initiative, which provides marginalized communities - especially women and migrants - a platform to amplify their narratives and stories using audio and video.

Azad Lab (Free To Speak) is a show that discusses issues that are often sidelined by the mainstream but that cause much disruption and anxiety among young people like masculinity, caste etc. Episode producer Kanchan who is also a Freedem Fellow enjoys penning down her thoughts and expressing herself through poetry. Kanchan who lost her job amidst the COVID pandemic struggled through the odds and started her own footwear shop in Sangam Vihar, Delhi.

Episode 10: Jatiwad

 "Our country is more biased towards the one who cleans the dirt rather than the one who is responsible for creating it in the first place"

Host Kanchan addresses the persisting issue of caste based discrimination while providing instances from her own lived reality.

Azad Lab is one of 6 shows produced as part of the Free/Dem Community Podcasts, the online avatar of the Freedem WhatsApp Radio run by community members of Tajpur Pahadi and other urban slums in and around Delhi. The shows are built around ideas of gender equity, love, freedom of expression, human rights and justice. Through the podcasts, community members discuss as well as share their lived realities. They are produced under Ideosync's FREE/DEM initiative, which provides marginalized communities - especially women and migrants - a platform to amplify their narratives and stories using audio and video.

Azad Lab (Free To Speak) is a show that discusses issues that are often sidelined by the mainstream but that cause much disruption and anxiety among young people like masculinity, caste etc. Episode producer Anjali is  a young graduate from JJ Colony, Madanpur Khadar, Delhi who nurtures a dream to become an Air Hostess one day.

Episode 9: Ek aam din ek ladki ka bahar jate hue

"Whenever I step out of my home, I feel all eyes are on me, eyeing my body which makes me feel insecure and vulnerable".

Host Anjali shares her insecurities and discomfort she goes through on a daily basis while travelling in public spaces.

Azad Lab is one of 6 shows produced as part of the Free/Dem Community Podcasts, the online avatar of the Freedem WhatsApp Radio run by community members of Tajpur Pahadi and other urban slums in and around Delhi. The shows are built around ideas of gender equity, love, freedom of expression, human rights and justice. Through the podcasts, community members discuss as well as share their lived realities. They are produced under Ideosync's FREE/DEM initiative, which provides marginalized communities - especially women and migrants - a platform to amplify their narratives and stories using audio and video.

Zyada Bolne Wali Aurtein (Women Who Talk Too Much) is a show about women and by women. It showcases their desires and dreams, questioning the limits imposed on them by society -  and explores what gender equality and freedom means. Episode Producer Rani is a Freedem trainee who reflects on the various societal norms imposed by the society and tries to question the same. This is her first podcast.

Episode 8: Kyun Ladki ki Na Ladko ko samajh nehi aati?

"No means No! Is it too hard to get this?"

Host Rani shares a terrifying ordeal of her friend on how some boys simply do not understand that a NO means NO and instead handle rejection with aggression.

Zyada Bolne Wali Aurtein is one of 6 shows produced as part of the Free/Dem Community Podcasts, the online avatar of the Freedem WhatsApp Radio run by community members of Tajpur Pahadi and other urban slums in and around Delhi. The shows are built around ideas of gender equity, love, freedom of expression, human rights and justice. Through the podcasts community members discuss as well as share their lived realities. They are produced under Ideosync's FREE/DEM initiative, which provides marginalized communities - especially women and migrants - a platform to amplify their narratives and stories using audio and video.