Best New Lines Institute For Strategy And Policy Podcasts (2025)

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Global Hotspots: U.S. Pushes Postwar Plan for Gaza 25:37

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This week, in the Middle East the U.S. presented the U.N. Security Council with a draft resolution advancing the implementation of the “Board of Peace” as part of the Israel/Gaza ceasefire agreement, while Iran stated it would not engage in negotiations with the U.S. so long as Washington backs Israel. In the Indo-Pacific, China has started to remo…

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Seniorcare: Planning for India's Elderly 30:30

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Malathi Renati and Sowmya Prabhakar share their firsthand experience in senior care. Their conversation focuses on the policy response to securing the future of India’s growing senior population, the emerging 'silver economy,' and the crucial role of society and culture in supporting our senior citizens. To age actively and gracefully. All Things P…

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What the PKK Ceasefire Means for Türkiye’s Kurds 37:18

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With the PKK announcing disarmament, New Lines' own Zara Farouk speaks with, Ceylan Akca, a DEM Party Politician in Türkiye's Grand National Assembly. Together, they explore whether this moment marks a true turning point or another pause in a long, unfinished struggle and what comes next for Kurdish rights, representation, and reconciliation in Tür…

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The Language of Intelligence 34:03

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Languages are more than words; they’re emotion, identity, and access. This week on All Things Policy, Sowmya Prabhakar speaks with Omshivaprakash about what it will take to make AI inclusive, one that truly understands India’s people, not just its English speakers. All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshash…

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The Blunders of Our Governments 20:31

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Why do governments, even with the best minds and the noblest intentions, so often get it wrong? Taking the route to Whitehall, Vanshika Saraf and Maria Ann Philip discuss the book The Blunders of Our Governments by Anthony King and Ivor Crewe, an enriching study of Britain’s political missteps. Reflecting on detailed examples by the authors, they p…

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Teaching The Teachers 22:05

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In this episode, Leah and Astha discuss the state of teacher training in government schools: what’s working, what isn’t, and how policy can do better. From the promise of DIETs to new models like mentorship programs and digital learning platforms, the discussion unpacks how thoughtful reform could transform the classroom experience for millions of …

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NISAR- New Era of Earth Observation Begins 35:42

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A few months ago, the world witnessed a historic breakthrough in Earth observation technology with the successful launch of the NISAR satellite, a landmark joint mission by NASA and ISRO. More than just another step forward in space exploration, NISAR marks the beginning of a new era of global cooperation and a deeper understanding of our planet. S…

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Global Hotspots: U.S. Reaches Deals With China, Indo-Pacific States in Asia Summits 26:41

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This week, in the Indo-Pacific, U.S. President Donald Trump met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea, where they agreed on new trade concessions following a weeklong series of meetings that saw the U.S. upgrading trade ties with regional allies. In the Middle East, Israel and Hamas traded ceasefire violation accusations following Israel…

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The Future of Food- Of Functional Foods and Smart Proteins 29:28

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Biotechnologies are transforming how we grow, produce, and consume food. What does this mean for the future of nutrition and health? What challenges do producers and consumers face as food becomes smarter and more functional? And how should governments respond to these rapid changes? In this episode, Shambhavi Naik joins Suman Joshi to explore thes…

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Social Democrats of the North: Olivar Asselin, The Radical Journalist 17:50

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In the early 20th century, Montreal was a hotbed of radical thinking on working-class politics and Quebec’s place in Canada. Amidst working-class poverty and the upheaval around the First World War, Olivar Asselin emerged as one of Montreal's most famous journalists who advocated for Quebec's working poor. Named, in-part, after Latin American revol…

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Understanding the Brahmaputra, Through the Eyes of Sanjoy Hazarika 31:31

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The Brahamaputra is one of the world’s longest and widest rivers, running through Tibet, Bangladesh and India, with a total area of 5,80,000 Sq.km and a total length of 2,900 km. What are the unique challenges that emerge due to the river’s transnational existence? What are some of the pressing environmental and developmental concerns related to th…

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Uniforms and Power: America’s Democratic Test 24:35

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Abhishek Kadiyala is in conversation with Brigadier Anil Raman (Retd.) to discuss emerging signs of democratic backsliding in the United States. The Second Trump administration’s approach to the top military brass, their legally contested deployments of National Guard and ICE become an important symptom of this…

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Grid Penalty or Green Killer? 38:34

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Join Srinivasan Iyengar and Arindam Goswami in this episode of All Things Policy, where the discussion focuses on India’s electricity sector. Around the world, electricity demand is rising sharply due to post-COVID economic recovery, greater electrification of transport (EVs), the growing share of renewables, and the expansion of data centres. As a…

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Unraveling the Pakistan-Taliban Ties 23:03

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October 2025 saw among the deadliest clashes across the Pakistan-Afghanistan border since the Taliban took power in Kabul in 2021. In this episode of All Things Policy, Aishwaria Sonavane and Shobhankita Reddy declutter what triggered these clashes and what all this means for India. All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to y…

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Global Hotspots: U.S. and EU Sanction Russia Amid Diplomatic Setbacks 26:23

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This week, the U.S. imposed sanctions against two Russian oil companies following the cancellation of a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, while the EU passed sanctions against Russian energy infrastructure and vessels. In the Indo-Pacific, the U.S. and Australia signed a new critical minerals deal ahe…

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Innovation-Driven Economic Growth 25:59

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Swathi Kalyani and Shobhankita Reddy, Research analysts at the Takshashila Institution, discuss about the 2025 Nobel Prize awarded in the field of Economics. They delve into the winners' (Joel Mokyr, Phillipe Aghion, Peter Howitt) work, their research, the relevance of their studies in today's economic sphere, …

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India’s Patent Surge and Innovation 42:27

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Join Mihir Mahajan, Arindam Goswami, and Shreya Ramkrishnan in this episode of All Things Policy, as they unpack India’s evolving patent ecosystem, from the rise in patent filings by Indian universities to the question of patent quality. They explore how research translates into patents, the pace of innovation, and what these trends mean for India’…

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China's Export Control on Battery-related Technologies 24:51

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As China tightens its grip on battery technology through new export controls and files a WTO complaint against India’s subsidies for EV and battery manufacturing, competition for green tech in the global market is intensifying. In this episode, Bhumika Sevkani and Anushka Saxena from the Takshashila Institution, unpack the mixed signals by China on…

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Peaking through the AI Investment Bubble 31:43

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Every day it is a new astounding figure. Investments in AI by major companies in the US, China and Europe are running into billions. And they are only increasing. According to an estimate by Gartner, global AI spending will total about 1.5 trillion dollars in 2025. Are we heading into yet another tech bubble that will soon burst? Is it like the dot…

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Activists Make History: Draw the Line with Atiya Jaffar 34:00

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The 350 Canada Campaigns Manager collaborated with climate, labour, Indigenous, and social justice movements to draw the line against fossil fuel expansion. On September 20, 2025, thousands of Canadians took to the streets uniting climate justice, migrant justice, economic justice, Indigenous rights, and anti-war movements, calling for government a…

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Global Hotspots: Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Faces Challenges 24:16

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This week, in the Middle East, Israel and Hamas started implementing the first phase of their ceasefire deal, although violations and delays were reported. In the Indo-Pacific, U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to increase tariffs on Chinese imports ahead of a planned meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping and said India confirmed it would …

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Trump, Dollar, and Gold 22:58

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Traditionally, central banks hold different assets such as US Treasuries, gold, and foreign currencies. For many years, US Treasuries have enjoyed a strong position as a major part of these reserves. This trend is now shifting in a big way, and gold has started to play a much bigger role wherein it recently surpassed the Euro to become the second-l…

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U.S.-Based Charities are Funding Israeli Settlements 43:31

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In this episode of the Bridging the Gap podcast, host Rachel Nelson talks with Matthew Petti, an assistant editor at Reason whose work has appeared in outlets including the BBC, The Intercept, and New Lines Magazine. They discuss the covert funding of Israeli settlements by U.S.-registered charities, specifically what projects and purchases they ar…

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China is Making China+1 A Reality 38:18

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In this episode of 'All Things Policy', Shobhankita Reddy speaks to Anushka Saxena on China's latest export restrictions on rare earth elements and magnets, and what it says about China's perception of leverage in its technological competition with the US. They also dive deep into the context of China's rare earth supply chain dominance, and whethe…

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Social Democrats of the North - Phillips Thompson: Labor Reform Songster 16:31

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The prolific satirist-turned-labour-leader penned the first full account of working-class struggles in 19th century Canada. Shortly after Confederation, Canadian cities were teeming with impoverished workers and rapid industrialization. While socialist movements were taking shape across Europe, Phillips Thompson became a leading voice for Canadian …

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US Government Shutdown: Causes, Issues and Resolution Scenarios 24:58

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In this episode of All Things Policy podcast, Swathi Kalyani is in conversation with Abhishek Kadiyala to discuss the ongoing U.S. government shutdown. A U.S. government shutdown occurs when the Congress fails to pass appropriation bills that allocate funding to various government agencies before October 1 each year. This year, the shutdown has res…

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Increasing India's R&D Spending: PGP Students Weigh In 24:59

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India's gross expenditure on research and development (GERD) is approximately 0.6%- 0.7% of its GDP and has remained relatively stagnant over the last 20 years. Its relatively low R&D spending contributes to India's lag in innovation and adoption of advanced technologies, which in turn slows technological adoption and weakens its global competitive…

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The Future of Nepal 18:02

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Nepal is navigating a critical phase of political transition, economic reform, and evolving regional dynamics. In this episode of All Things Policy, Wini Fred Gurung speaks with Professor S. D. Muni, Professor Emeritus at Jawaharlal Nehru University and India’s former Special Envoy to Southeast Asian countries, to discuss these developments and wha…

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On Fascism with Jon Weier 22:04

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In September 2025 the Broadbent Institute joined left–wing think tanks from Chile, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Uruguay and Spain to support the establishment of a global network of think tanks that produce rigorous analysis, foster data-driven debate, and contribute to the search for proposals in defense of democracy. In the declarative agreement beh…

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Global Hotspots: Israel and Hamas Reach Ceasefire Deal 21:10

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This week, in the Middle East, Israel and Hamas agreed to implement the first phase of a U.S.-led ceasefire deal following its signing in Egypt, while U.S. President Donald Trump has announced he may travel to Israel in the coming days. In the Indo-Pacific, China expanded restrictions on rare earth exports and added sanctions against foreign defens…

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India's Grand Strategy Towards Pakistan 33:24

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While there is extensive literature studying Pakistan's policies and motivations over the decades, there is a limited understanding of the architecture of India's Grand Strategy towards Pakistan. Individual events, military actions, and diplomatic decisions are studied and deliberated, but India's actions are rarely understood within an analytical …

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AI and National Power 24:11

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Ashwin Prasad and Adya Madhavan explore the connection between artificial intelligence and how it augments and changes different aspects of power. All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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PPPs for India’s Monuments 25:25

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In the the Summer 2025 issue of Perspectives Journal, University of Calgary post doc and Parkland Institute board member Mack Penner wrote ‘Carney and the Calgary School: or, Passive Revolution and Canada’s Social State in the Neoliberal Era,’ tracing the origins of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s economic thinking to the Calgary School. The Calgary S…