Kushal Mehra is known for hosting the Carvaka Podcast, which focuses on discussions around Indian politics, philosophy, religion, and society. Kushal prompts the guests to converse on unconventional topics, leading to a cult following amongst his followers. Kushal is recognized for his critical approach and emphasis on free thinking and rational debate. In this episode, I pick his brain on various subjects - the upcoming General Election, how Hindutva works, the pros and cons of creating content, and much more. He has recently authored a book titled "Nastik: Why I Am Not an Atheist." This book delves into his journey as a modern Indian skeptic, initially influenced by Western neo-atheism. With Pragyaan (intuition in Sanskrit) - we bring you one step closer to your inner-self — the place with all the answers. Hosted by serial meditator and Public Policy & Communication whiz Pragya Misra, Pragyaan brings you the most concise dialogue on meditation, work-life balance, and happiness from some of the most successful people in the world. Takeaway for the audience: This episode was brought to you by the Pragyaan podcast. We hope you liked it, and that it helped you attain some level of clarity in your inner journey. We'd like to encourage you to start your daily meditation routine. Just 15 minutes a day of meditation can have a profound impact on your mental health, and overall well-being and chart the path to being the best version of yourself. Start meditation today by downloading The Heartfulness App - The heartfulness App - https://heartintune.io00:00:00 Coming up 00:03:04 Anti-Defection Law: How Political Parties Like BJP Have Hijacked Democracy 00:04:16 The Party Over People: Why Politicians, Including BJP Members, Prioritize Party Interests Over Public Welfare 00:04:50 Did Indian Politicians Pretend to Serve the Public? 00:06:02 How Political Parties Deceive Young Voters 00:07:19 Political Hypocrisy: The Charade of Diverse Political Ideologies 00:08:56 Family Values: The Real Reason Indian Society Clings to Outdated Norms 00:09:37 Inheritance Tax: The Immoral Wealth Redistribution Debate 00:12:10 Eastern vs. Western Religion 00:18:22 Public Safety: The Real Reason Infrastructure is Failing 00:18:56 Personal Experiences: How Anecdotes Skew Societal Perception 00:19:49 Housing Society Hell: The Dysfunction of Community Management 00:20:55 Joy in Small Things: A Cop-Out for Bigger Failures 00:21:32 Bottom-Up Approach: The Lie We Tell Ourselves About Grassroots Change 00:22:05 Embracing Technology: How Tech is Ruining Our Lives 00:22:44 Global Influence: The Myth of Indian Cultural Superiority 00:23:29 Culinary Diversity: How Food Becomes a Political Tool 00:26:41 Charity and Responsibility: The Selfish Side of Altruism 00:27:09 Cultural Connections: The Commodification of Indian Traditions 00:29:07 Karma and Destiny: The False Comfort of Spiritual Beliefs 00:30:25 Celebrating Choices: The Illusion of Personal Freedom 00:31:04 Moderation and Balance: The Impossible Ideal 00:31:36 Historical Perspectives: How History is Manipulated for Modern Agendas 00:32:44 Political Decisions: How They Undermine Personal Freedoms 00:34:38 Cultural Critique: Why Traditional Values Are Outdated 00:35:50 Societal Responsibilities: How Individual Actions Are Futile 00:36:25 Philosophical Foundations: The Manipulation of Cultural Narratives 00:37:50 Self-Discovery: The Overrated Journey 00:38:29 Academic Journey: The Real Impact of Institutional Indoctrination 00:39:48 Religious Comparisons: The Fallacy of Equal Respect 00:40:58 Eastern vs. Western Beliefs: The Futility of Comparison 00:41:42 Personal Experiences: How They Distort Reality 00:43:00 Philosophical Journey: The Endless Loop of Meaningless Debates 00:44:36 Embracing Diversity: The Empty Slogan 00:46:47 Non-Monotheistic Faiths: The Forgotten Truths 00:47:30 Dealing with Anger: The Mismanagement of Emotions 00:51:39 Philosophical Foundations: The Forgotten Lessons of History 00:53:58 Philosophical Influences: The Hidden Agendas 00:54:29 Scientific Understanding: The Limits of Human Knowledge 00:55:39 Legal and Ethical Judgments: The Moral Grey Areas 00:56:19 Personal Reflections: The Self-Indulgent Exercise 00:57:14 Societal Evolution: The Resistance to Change 00:58:33 Agricultural Evolution: The Downside of Progress 00:59:51 Religion as a Tool: The Ultimate Manipulation 01:01:35 Education and Philosophy: The Battle for Young Minds 01:02:11 Humanities and Success: The Unseen Benefits 01:03:22 The Impact of Philosophy: The Real Benefits 01:06:38 Hindutva Debate Follow Pragyaan on: Instagram: / pragyaan_podcast Twitter: / pragyaan_pod LinkedIn: / pragyaan-podcast
Shiv Khera Returns to the Pragyaan Podcast with Fresh Insights on Life, Relationships, Politics, and Government. Having Shiv Khera on the podcast is always a high-energy experience. His insights are deeply inspiring. Known for his bestselling book You Can Win, Khera's motivational principles have guided countless individuals toward success. We had a fantastic time discussing the importance of relationships over money, secularism, politics, leadership, and the tax system. We also explored how prioritizing the country's interests can transform the system Eager to dive into these discussions? Check out the episode now! With Pragyaan (intuition in Sanskrit) - we bring you one step closer to your inner-self — the place with all the answers. Hosted by serial meditator and Public Policy & Communication whiz Pragya Misra, Pragyaan brings you the most concise dialogue on meditation, work-life balance, and happiness from some of the most successful people in the world. Takeaway for the audience: This episode was brought to you by Pragyaan podcast. We hope you liked it, and it helped you attain some level of clarity in your inner journey. We'd like to encourage you to start your daily meditation routine. Just 15 minutes a day of meditation can have a profound impact on your mental health, overall well-being and chart the path to being the best version of yourself. Start meditation today by downloading The Heartfulness App - The heartfulness App - https://heartintune.io Follow Pragyaan on: Instagram: / pragyaan_podcast Twitter: / pragyaan_pod LinkedIn: / pragyaan-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZGcmc1...
Aridaman is possibly the most learned person I have met. It’s impressive how firm he is on his principles yet so open about the world around him. This intrigued me the first time we crossed paths, and I had to get him on the pod and pick his brains on the Bhagwad Gita, the learnings from his life, his principles, and untold learnings from our scriptures. In this episode of Pragyaan, we dive into all these topics and you get a sneak peek into Aridaman’s mind, life choices, and the ideal way of living as the scriptures tell us. He spoke at length about his learnings and how he has benefitted from them. We spoke about: How Rational Thinking is Different from Belief How our scriptures have always been liberal; and Why do people misinterpret the text It was a mindful conversation, which I don’t think you should miss. Watch now! Start meditation today by downloading The Heartfulness App - The heartfulness App - https://heartintune.io Follow Pragyaan on: Instagram: / pragyaan_podcast Twitter: / pragyaan_pod LinkedIn: / pragyaan-podcast
Ansh Mehra makes his second appearance on Pragyaan. A lot has changed since the last time we spoke - Ansh has now become a full-time creator and now also trains businesses like Microsoft, Croma, and many more to use AI in their activities. Ansh is one of the most respected creators I know, not because of how he brings his A game, but also because of the sheer value and detail he puts into his craft. Check out any of his YT videos and you will understand what I’m talking about. We had a great time chatting about the creator economy, how should someone in their 20s live their life, and the future of AI. If you are interested in any one of those, you can’t miss out on this episode! Watch now! With Pragyaan (intuition in Sanskrit) - we bring you one step closer to your inner-self — the place with all the answers. Hosted by serial meditator and Public Policy & Communication whiz Pragya Misra, Pragyaan brings you the most concise dialogue on meditation, work-life balance, and happiness from some of the most successful people in the world. This episode was brought to you by the Pragyaan podcast. We hope you liked it, and that it helped you attain some level of clarity in your inner journey. We'd like to encourage you to start your daily meditation routine. Just 15 minutes a day of meditation can have a profound impact on your mental health, and overall well-being and chart the path to being the best version of yourself. Start meditation today by downloading The Heartfulness App - The heartfulness App - https://heartintune.io Follow Pragyaan on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pragyaan_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/pragyaan_pod LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pragyaan-podcast/
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With Pragyaan (intuition in Sanskrit) - we bring you one step closer to your inner-self — the place with all the answers. Hosted by serial meditator and Public Policy & Communication whiz Pragya Misra, Pragyaan brings you the most concise dialogue on meditation, work-life balance, and happiness from some of the most successful people in the world. Hanuman Dass is a spiritual leader and the founder of Go Dharmic with the mission to help everyone he walks past. In this episode of Pragyaan, he opens up on his life experiences - quitting the trading world, flying to Hawaii to meet his guru, and devoting his life to helping others. In this conversation, Hanumans tells us - How the ‘spiritual’ approach has impacted his life - Quitting animal products - Adopting the ‘non-violence’ approach towards animals and working. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that will help you start your spiritual journey! Pragya Chapters: 00:00 - Coming up 01:01 - Introduction 01:45 - The Nourishment of Being Among Learned and Saintly Beings 02:15 - The Story Behind the Name Hanuman Das 03:36 - Chanting Mantras and Realizing Our Connection to Each Other 05:01 - Transition from Being a Trader to Serving a Greater Purpose 06:26 - Co-founding Go Dharmic and Its Mission 08:31 - God Existing Within Us and the Act of Tearing One's Heart Open 10:38 - Understanding Dharma Through the Mahabharat 12:25 - Making Earth a Heaven for Everyone 13:45 - The Importance of Incentivizing Kindness and Compassion 15:13 - Practicing Seeing the Whole World as One 16:22 - The Inherent Love in All of Us 17:46 - Serving People Amidst the Danger in Ukraine 22:46 - Everyone Needs Help, Regardless of Status or Wealth 23:20 - COVID-19 as a Great Equalizer 25:22 - Nature Healing Itself During the Pandemic 25:40 - The Horrifying Statistics of Wildlife on Earth 26:05 - Discussing the Impact of Human Actions on Wildlife 26:37 - The Need for Non-Violence in Global Conversations 27:09 - The Role of Non-Violence in World Leaders' Day 27:48 - The Role of Youth in Environmental Conservation 28:18 - The Importance of Protecting Endangered Species 29:26 - The Concept of Offering in Spirituality 30:09 - The Importance of Female Voices in Spirituality 30:54 - Understanding the Core Principles of Dharma 31:58 - The Need for Compassion and Kindness in Education 32:52 - Rethinking Success Metrics in Society 35:02 - Daily Choices and Trade-offs for a Simpler Life 38:00 - Making Small Trade-offs for Greater Impact 39:58 - The Role of Spirituality in Addressing Wealth Inequality 40:34 - Different Ways to Contribute: Time, Talent, and Treasure 41:44 - Personal Reflections on Greed and Consumerism 42:38 - The Practice of Nonviolent Communication 43:15 - Engaging with Influential Leaders for Change 44:09 - How Leaders Can Drive Change and Collaboration 45:32 - The Mission of Bringing People Together Through Connectedness 46:22 - How to Contribute and Join the Mission 47:57 - The Practice of Sending Peace Letters for Connection 48:26 - Engaging Influential People in the Cause for Greater Impact Takeaway for the audience: This episode was brought to you by Pragyaan podcast. We hope you liked it, and it helped you attain some level of clarity in your inner journey. We'd like to encourage you to start your daily meditation routine. Just 15 minutes a day of meditation can have a profound impact on your mental health, overall well-being and chart the path to being the best version of yourself. Start meditation today by downloading The Heartfulness App - The heartfulness App - https://heartintune.io Follow Pragyaan on: Instagram: / pragyaan_podcast Twitter: / pragyaan_pod LinkedIn: / pragyaan-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZGcmc1...
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We all love magic, don’t we? The intrigue of having your mind read by a random person whom you met an hour ago is thrilling, and that is what I lived when this episode with Kunal Newar was shot.
Being the person I am, it is required for me to travel a lot, and every time I try to make the most of it. So, it was last month in Mumbai that I met Kunal, and Oh, I’ll tell you that he is nothing less than charming. Not only is he an excellent mentalist, but also a person who is full of magic and stories, and that’s what we aim to bring out in this conversation with Kunal on Pragyaan.
Today, we launch the 32nd episode of Pragyaan with Kunal Newar. This episode has everything from magic, mind reading, stories, and lessons, and I believe it will be an interesting watch if you want to learn some magic yourself.
The episode is scheduled to drop at 7 PM today. The link is in the bio.
In the 30th Episode of Pragyaan - We invited Arjun Vaidya, an entrepreneur, Investor, creator and the founder of the well known brand called “Dr Vaidya”. He is the man who made ayurvedic products cool. Arjun Vaidya, in this episode, talks about Business productivity, Goal setting and building a multi million dollar family business. Arjun successfully took his grandfather's ayurvedic clinic to an e-commerce business generating a revenue of tens of crores. He sold the business for millions and attributes this success to his life partner and the strong family values that guide him. Watch this episode and let us know in the comments section - What did you learn from this episode?
This week on Pragyaan, Embark on a journey into the profound depths of spirituality in our enlightening podcast featuring Devi Chitralekha Ji. Join us as we delve into Deviji's purpose, finding the right guru to take you through your spiritual journey, burning questions on self improvement and what it really means to be a Hindu. Deviji through this candid conversation provides her solutions to problems such as anger management and what to do if you ever feel you're struggling with your faith. We also touched the burning question of newly constructed Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion which will help you start your own spiritual journey! Pragya
In the 28th Episode of Pragyaan podcast hosted by Pragya Misra, we have Om Dhumatkar with us. Om dhumatkar He is a scholar of ancient history and an absolute expert in Indian history. Om Dhumatkar is one of the most successful bankers in the U.K. and has also gained spiritual knowledge. In this episode, Om and I had a deep conversation into What is hinduism?, The meaning of true leadership, Learnings of Bhagavad Gita. We also talked about the Sanatan Dharma, the importance of devi in our culture, and the teachings of Shree Krishna to Arjun.This podcast was all about understanding our culture, our bharat and where we come from. We hope you like this episode and be back for more.
Brace yourselves for an electrifying Pragyaan episode featuring the content creation maestro, Vedant Rusty!
In this new episode, We have Vedant Rusty spilling his own magic formula for a legendary journey in content creation. I must say recording this episode was an absolute blast, and every moment with Vedant was pure gold!
What will you think if I say the college education in india is about to experience a shift in magnitude never seen before? Well it is true and our latest guest Sir M. Jagadish Kumar is spearheading the revolution. Join us as we sit down with the man himself and discuss his plans for the higher education scenario in India and some of the new policies entailing the NEP 2020.
In the latest episode of Pragyaan, we had an insightful conversation with Ricky Kej, a three-time Grammy Award-winning Indian music composer who advocates for living an environmentally conscious life. During the podcast, Ricky shared some remarkable experiences, such as his dinner with President Macron, the transformative impact of a conversation with Prime Minister Modi on his artistic journey, and his memorable recording of the National Anthem with the Royal Philharmonic. The discussion also delved into topics like ADHD, effective goal setting, and the profound influence of music on mental well-being. This engaging and informative conversation provides valuable insights into Ricky Kej's life and philosophy. Tune in to this episode for a captivating exploration of music, environmental consciousness, and personal growth. Don't miss out on the wisdom shared by this accomplished artist.
Join Pragya in a conversation with Dr Manish Pandit, a doctor of medicine, an ancient astronomy researcher, a film-maker and an expert in simplified ritual.
Exploring the mysteries of Mahabharata's dating, we unravel the truth behind its timeline. Discover the secrets of pain relief through ancient mantras and debunk myths surrounding the awakening of Kundalini, as Pandit Manish shares invaluable insights.
Join us for a riveting conversation packed with wisdom, offering a glimpse into unlocking spiritual knowledge.
What if I tell you that once an Indian Army man changed a militant's life, and he is now serving in the Indian Army? This may sound unbelievable, but it is true. The individual responsible for this transformation is Major Gen. Yash Mor. In this episode, Maj Gen. Yash Mor discusses various topics such as peace and war, patriotism and nationalism, and the role of an individual in nation-building, the agniveer scheme. However, the highlight of the conversation is his own story, detailing how he reached the pinnacle in his first innings and is now contributing to the society in his second. This episode is a must-watch for those who enjoy captivating stories, as Gen. Yash Mor is in his storytelling prime.
What is love? Is it about cuddles, gifts, late night parties? No, our next guest on Pragyaan doesn’t think so. She thinks, love is about understanding the non-negotiables, communicating and respecting boundaries . Well, we don’t doubt her at all! In the 22nd Episode of Pragyaan, we are joined by Ekta Dixit, a Mental Health Influencer, a Tedx Speaker and a Relationship Coach. This conversation with Ekta was none less than a crash course on “How to love”.
In the 21st Episode of Pragyaan, we are joined by Jaya Row, an authority on Indian Philosophy, and Vedanta. Jaya Row has spoken at all the most iconic events that you can imagine like the World Economic Forum Davos, leading educational institutes and others with the mission of helping people tap into their inner self by spreading knowledge. We spoke about the basic concepts of vedanta and knowing the self, what is the meaning of dharma in the modern world, how do we fill that emptiness we feel and the formula to finding happiness. This was an extremely rich conversation that you must listen to know answers to the bigger questions of life. Happy listening and please share your thoughts with us!
With an incredible 2.5 billion lifetime views and a staggering monthly viewership of 270+ million across platforms, Josh Talks is Bharat’s biggest storytelling platform.
Listen to the driving force behind India's influential content and upskilling revolution - Supriya Paul,CEO & Co-founder. The impactful content is helping the youth of the country choose their career paths and discover their purpose.
Join the discussion as we explore important societal topics like women leadership, conditioning in society and her meditation journey.
Step back in time to the unforgettable year of 2003, a year etched in India's history by one of its most sensational scandals. Join us on a thrilling journey as we unravel the captivating world of the 'Scam 2003' web series on SonyLiv.
Our special guest, Sanjay Singh, the author of 'Telgi: ek reporter ki diary,' which served as the inspiration behind the hit series, is here to take you on an exclusive voyage.
With 'Scam 2003' Volume 02 just launched on November 3, the buzz is in the air, and we're excited to bring you the untold story behind this national phenomenon.
Join us in this enlightening conversation with Sanjay Singh as we navigate the intricate and unforgettable chapter in India's history.
Don't miss this chance to be part of the discussion ignited by 'Scam 2003' and discover the concealed narratives that have left an indelible mark on the nation.
Tune in now and embark on a captivating journey with us.
In a remarkable conversation, today we speak with Arjun Vajpai, Guinness World Records title for being the youngest to conquer Mount Everest and Lhotse, achieving this feat at the tender age of 16.
Arjun has also earned the distinction of being the world's youngest mountaineer to summit six out of the challenging 14 peaks that stand over 8000 meters tall, all by 2016. Arjun's story is one of relentless pursuit, breaking records, and living a dream.
This inspiring dialogue left me feeling energized and determined to discover and conquer my personal mountains.
Listen in and share your thoughts. Keep meditating and striving for your own aspirations.
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Join us in Lodhi Garden for a vital conversation with our special guest, Madhur Daga.
He was our first guest and we are happy to have him back to address a critical issue – heart health.
If you're a middle aged male endurance athlete, this episode is a must-watch.
Madhur shares valuable insights about his journey and experiences, offering essential knowledge for those who share his passion of being a triathlete.
We delve into his heart health, and the information revealed is incredibly important.
Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of this crucial topic and discover how it relates to your own life