In this episode of The SJK Podcast, we sit down with Yajaswini Rai, A youth activist and politician, an entrepreneur and development professional, and a young voice from the Nepali Congress known for speaking on governance, party reform, and youth participation in politics.

We talked about whether the “new Congress” reflects real change, what’s happening inside the party, and key issues like the Congress manifesto, MPs’ accountability, AQI concerns, IT vision, and foreign investment. We also discuss public trust, manifesto’s upcoming election and more

In this episode of The SJK Podcast, we sit down with Shree Gurung — entrepreneur, social innovator, and founder of Ujyalo Nepal. He shares his journey from building businesses to stepping into politics and talks about what really happened behind the collapsed unification with RSP.

We also discuss his election manifesto, bold ideas for Nepal’s economy, the case for legalising cannabis, and his vision for a self-reliant, innovative nation. A must-watch conversation for anyone curious about Nepal’s future and the people shaping it.

In this episode of The SJK Podcast, we sit down with a former DSP of Nepal Police Shyam Prasad Paudel for a rare, inside look at the realities of law enforcement, power, and national security.

We talk about his journey through Nepal Police, what it’s really like working in high-pressure security environments, and his experiences providing security during the tenure of previous Prime Ministers of Nepal.

The conversation also dives into the Gen-Z protest movement, how law enforcement views civil unrest, and the difficult balance between public safety, politics, and citizen rights and his book poems he wrote inspired by his journey.

n this episode of The SJK Podcast, we sit down with Nisha Adhikari, an actress, social advocate, and now a political candidate working for change.

From her journey in the film industry to stepping into active politics, Nisha shares why she chose public service and what change she wants to see in Nepal. We discuss her agendas, loopholes in power structures, opportunities for new political forces, populism, and what qualities Nepal’s prime minister should truly embody. She also shares her thoughts on leadership, governance and more.

This is an honest and thought-provoking conversation about ambition, responsibility, and the future of Nepal.

In this episode, we sit down with Suzta Shrestha, podcaster, content creator, and co-founder of YellowWorks Production, for an honest and funny conversation about work, life, and relationships.

From being a workaholic who’s low-key scared of her own staff to being open about romance, family, and her unexpected bhajan era, Suzta keeps it real.

Asheem Man Singh Basnyat is an entrepreneur and public voice advocating for accountability, better governance, and real systemic reform in Nepal. As a key leader behind Pathao Nepal, he represents a new generation that believes politics should be about public service, results, and responsibility not lifelong political careers.

In this episode, we discuss Nepal’s need for real structural change, why Gen-Z frustration and protests were inevitable, the core failures inside governance, the reality of voting power and democracy, corruption and “career politics,” education spending vs real outcomes, and whether policy and bureaucracy are slowing Nepal’s development.

In this episode, I sit down with Barsha and Nimesh—content creators and youth voices active in public discussions during the September 8–9 movement period. Through their content and online engagement, they were among many young creators helping raise awareness and shape youth conversations around accountability and stability.

We discuss Gen Z’s role in Nepal’s political direction, expectations from new leaders, and key issues like power, nepotism, and accountability — along with media influence, voting awareness, and Nepal’s long-term future.

This conversation isn’t about supporting any political side — it’s about understanding the system and encouraging critical thinking

Roshani Poudyal is an advocate, law academic, and human rights expert specialising in constitutional law, women’s rights, and access to justice. She holds an LL.M. in Human Rights and International Law from Tribhuvan University and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Law. She has worked with organisations such as UN Women, UNDP, the National Human Rights Commission, and the Nepal Bar Association. In this episode, we discuss law, rights, and governance from a youth-focused perspective.

bout The SJK podcast

From the struggles of content creators and the success stories of entrepreneurs to the muses of musicians, there is no topic that can’t be discussed in the SJK Podcast. Each successive episode is a step in a creative’s pursuit of becoming something through the art of conversation. That young conversationalist is the host, Sahat Kasa, an inquisitive person passionate about sports, the stars, and everything in between.

Built on the philosophy that discussion paves the way through problems, every episode aims to present perspectives that can help young minds better understand Nepal and, by extension, the world.

Shantanu Dhakal is a Gen Z activist who became a national symbol of resilience after surviving a shooting during Nepal’s 2025 Gen Z protests. His story highlights the risks young people faced while demanding accountability and better governance.

In this episode, Shantanu shares why he joined the movement, his recovery journey, and what the protests mean for Nepal’s youth and the future they’re fighting to shape.