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A lighthearted yet thoughtful segment from Episode 37 of "India: A Story in the Making Multipolar World: Can India Lead Without Picking Sides?"
This High Five India segment explores how global thinkers connect with India — not just as a nation, but as an idea.
Featuring:
Giles Trendle – Former Managing Director, Al Jazeera English; Co-founder, The Green House Duo
Dr. Kate Sullivan de Estrada – Associate Professor in the International Relations of South Asia, University of Oxford
In this segment, they reflect on the unexpected personal and cultural touchpoints that shape their perceptions of India — from Kerala’s Silent Valley to cricket vs football colonial legacies.
In the mood for a deeper dive click below for the full episode: Multipolar World: Can India Lead Without Picking Sides?
Explore this and more:
Where does India fit into the fast-shifting landscape of a multipolar, multi-ordered world? Can it balance China, the U.S., and Russia — while still championing the Global South?
Full episode:
Watch now → https://youtu.be/-5OFIguSAtM?si=8VL_TegkvK-etv75
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Info: Guests:
Giles Trendle
Co-founder, The Green House Duo
Former Managing Director, Al Jazeera English
LinkedIn – Giles Trendle
Kate Sullivan de Estrada
Associate Professor, International Relations of South Asia, University of Oxford
Oxford University Profile
LinkedIn – Kate Sullivan de Estrada
For more such content:
Video
India: A Story in the Making – YouTube Channel
Audio
Episode Shot at: Bridge India’s Ideas for India Week 2025
A progressive non-profit think tank creating dialogue around policy, development, and India's global engagement.
Website: bridgeindia.org.uk
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Host: Loveena Tandon
Journalist | Documentary Filmmaker | Podcaster
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/loveenatandon
Twitter/X: @loveenatandon
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