In this episode, we journey through Bengaluru’s unseen labour through the lives of migrant women from Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Nepal and Bihar. Through their voices, we confront loneliness, inequality and resilience in a city that rests on the relentless labour and unfulfilled dreams of these women. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode celebrates the life and legacy of Dame Jane Goodall, the visionary primatologist who redefined humanity’s bond with nature. Be it her groundbreaking discoveries in Gombe to her enduring message of compassion and conservation, this tribute honours her journey, her activism, her eternal hope and her call to all of us to step up to save mother nature. Artwork: Attached below  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From Wimbledon to Chinnaswamy, lawns and turfs dominate our sports and cities but what’s the real cost of maintaining the not so humble grass? In this episode of Cli-Myth Busters, Dr. Kailash unpacks the colonial history, water waste, chemical runoff, and plastic pollution tied to grass and artificial turf, while exploring greener, biodiversity friendly alternatives. Credits:  This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya, illustrated by Vernika Singh. This podcast was researched and presented by Dr. Kailash Koushik. Signature Tune is composed by Dr Ananthu.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Campus Calling, we have a story on the Centre for Peace Praxis, an interview with journalist Priti Salian on disability inclusion, and a report on Banu Mushtaq and Mysuru Dasara controversy. Credits:  This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. The stories were reported by Kale Steffi Christina and Shreya GA. The show was hosted by Diya Dhananjayan. Signature tune is composed by Dr Ananthu.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Teacher’s Day special with stories on Media Meet and an engaging interview with Rebecca Mathai Credits: This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. The stories were reported by Pratyusha Singha Roy, Sonu Shibu and presented by Rishika Bhatt. Signature tune is composed by Dr Ananthu.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An inspiring episode with Sri Lankan investigative journalist Dilrukshi Handunnetti on courage, truth, and reporting amidst disinformation, war, and polarisation. Credits: This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. The interview was conducted by Prachi Pinglay. Signature tune is composed by Dr Ananthu.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of Campus Calling focuses exclusively on BBMP’s climate education plan for its schools. Will it work? How is it designed? Will the students learn? Will the teachers cope? Tune in to find out. Credits: This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. The story was reported by Shreya G A. Signature tune is composed by Dr Ananthu.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Independence Day special episode, we explore media freedom in India, gag orders, and journalism's role in democracy with insights from journalist Dhanya Rajendran and Dr Kailash Koushik. Credits: This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. The interview was conducted by Dr. Kailash Koushik. Signature tune is composed by Dr Ananthu.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A deep dive into climate justice, caste, and urban inequality with Dr. Malini Ranganathan exploring how power, policy, and place shape our cities and futures. This episode is hosted by Dr Kailash Koushik. Credits: This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. The interview was conducted by Dr. Kailash Koushik. Signature tune is composed by Dr Ananthu. 

Media scholar Dr. Padmakumar MM and student journalist Shinjini Chaturvedi analyse an inspiring story from The Times of India’s about 3,000 millet farmers in Karnataka and explore media’s role in climate change mitigation and sustainable farming. Credits: This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. The stories was analysed by Dr Padmakumar and Shinjini. Signature tune is composed by Dr Ananthu. 

This show captures the latest pulse of the city with a story on bike taxi ban, spotlights campus life and also has precious creative moments. Tune in for a special ride, made possible by student journalists. Credits: This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya and illustrated by Vernika. The stories were covered by Abidan, Rishika, Sathvi, Steffy, Shajol. Special thanks to Ryan. Signature tune is composed by Dr Ananthu. 

Cli-MYTH Busters unpacks climate myths, challenging feel good individual fixes and exposing systemic roadblocks. Discover why real climate action demands collective justice, civic pressure, and accountability beyond bamboo straws and LED bulbs.

Engaging stories by the student reporters from both the campus and SG Palya, that affect and shape daily life and experiences. Credits: This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya and Akhil, illustrated by Vernika. The stories were covered by Abidan, Pratyusha, George and Rosarin. Special mention to Rishika. Signature Tune is composed by Dr Ananthu.

Environmental researcher Pankaj Sekhsaria joins Prachi Pinglay to unpack the massive Great Nicobar Project, exploring its ecological, social, and political impacts, while reflecting on sustained research in today’s fast paced world. Credits:  This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya, illustrated by Vernika Singh. This interview was conducted by Prachi Pinglay. Signature Tune is composed by Dr Ananthu.

In Part 2 of the episode, Dr. Madhav Gadgil reflects on the remarkable individuals he encountered during his decades of ecological and scientific work, grassroots activists, forest dwellers, and community leaders whose wisdom, courage, and sacrifices profoundly shaped his thinking. He speaks movingly of people who inspired him with their deep connection to nature and those whose silent struggles left an indelible mark on his memory. Credits:  This podcast was hosted by Prachi Pinglay. This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya, illustrated by Vernika Singh. Signature Tune is composed by Dr Ananthu.

In this episode, journalist Dr. Amoolya Rajappa discusses her Bengaluru-based report on how extreme indoor heat affects daily life. In conversation with Prachi Pinglay, she unpacks climate impacts, housing inequities, and health challenges. The story featured in Migration Story and The Guardian. Credits:  This podcast was hosted by Prachi Pinglay. This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya, illustrated by Vernika Singh. Signature Tune is composed by Dr Ananthu.

This episode dives into climate emergency and our action for mitigation and adaptation or the lack of it. Featuring Dr. Padmakumar MM, it’s a conversation about how stories are told and the impact they could have and why the way we talk about the environment matters more than ever. Credits: This podcast was hosted by Vernika Singh. This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya, illustrated by Vernika Singh. Signature Tune is composed by Dr Ananthu.

 Over 100 acres of forest were cleared inside the University of Hyderabad for commercial development, sparking protests from students and researchers. Students stood up, not just for nature, but for the soul of their campus. In this episode, we uncover a movement that asks: what kind of future are we shaping if we destroy what makes it worth living? Credits:  This story was reported from Gachibowli by Rishika Bhatt. The episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya, illustrated by Vernika Singh. Signature Tune is composed by Dr Ananthu.

Join Dr. Kailash Kaushik on Cli-Myth Busters as he unpacks the truth behind electric vehicles. Are they truly green or just greenwashed? From busting myths to questioning car culture itself, this episode challenges the hype and explores smarter, sustainable ways to move forward. Plug in for the real story! Credits: This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya, illustrated by Vernika Singh. This podcast was researched and presented by Dr Kailash Kaushik. Signature Tune is composed by Dr Ananthu.

In this episode, Dr. Madhav Gadgil discusses the report on Western Ghats, the political backlash it faced and its increasing acceptance.  The interview highlights how ignoring ecological warnings led to disasters like the 2018 floods, the rural-urban disconnect, and ongoing environmental damage. Credits: This episode was edited by Srinivas Aditya, illustrated by Vernika Singh. This interview was conducted by Prachi Pinglay, Dr.Meljo Thomas and Prof Shatharaju at the residence of Madhav Gadgil earlier this year. Signature Tune is composed by Dr Ananthu.