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DostcastNeeraj Pepsu, Puneet Superstar, and Indian Brainrot | Dostcast w/ Anurag Minus VermaYou can purchase Anurag's book here: https://amzn.in/d/8Ti0pToSubscribe to Dostcast Clips:https://www.youtube.com/@dostcastclips?sub_confirmation=1Listen to Dostcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70vrbHeSvrcXyOeISTyBSy?si=be05dbdd564245d9Join the Dostcast Janta Party on WhatsApp for regular updates: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbAZwo5D8SDs5kf94N3TWant to suggest a guest?Fill this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1...
2025-11-211h 40
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastLove in India and Other Dangerous Delusions (And how Bollywood sees it)In this episode, I’m joined by Sumit Samos and Shainal Verma to talk about Bollywood’s long, uneasy relationship with caste, in the context of Dhadak 2. We look at where it the Indian cinema gets politics wrong, the rare moments it gets it right, and what it would take to make an anti-caste film that actually hits hard. The conversation is also about the caste politics of Tamil Nadu and and how cinema there handles caste and also on the pyschoological conflicts in anti-caste marriages, and much more.We don’t take...
2025-08-101h 57
DaybreakOn Substack, online knowledge olympics, and the fickleness of the www feat. Anurag Minus VermaIn this episode, hosts Snigdha Sharma and Rahel Philipose are joined by interdisciplinary artist and internet truth-teller Anurag Minus Verma to talk about what’s really happening to Substack and why it matters. The online publishing platform began as a utopian space for writers and artists that promised no algorithms, no ads and no hustle for likes. It allowed for writers and readers to forge direct connections for a simple 10% cut. But with a fresh $100 million in VC funding and a growing noise about discovery feeds and advertising, there seems to be a quiet shift toward platformisation. ...
2025-07-2539 min
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastEp-2 with Durgesh Kumar: Bollywood Actor on Struggle, Loneliness, and FriendshipDurgesh is an Actor in Bollywood. He has worked in films like Highway, Dil Bechara, Sanju, Dhadak to name a few.Here we discussed -1. His life from Darbhanga to Mumbai.2. His experience of working in Highway and Imtiaz Ali's way of dealing with actors.3. His advice on dealing with loneliness in a big city.4. Insider and outsider debate.
2025-07-1823 min
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastThe absurdities of life with SwineryyToday, our guest is the anonymous artist behind the widely popular internet sensation, Swineryy. She is known for creating unique Animoji art on Instagram that utilizes colourful characters to make absurd and humorous videos.In the podcast, Swineryy discusses a range of interesting topics. Firstly, she talks about the idea and reason behind being anonymous on the internet. She also expresses her concerns about the changing algorithm on Instagram and the pressure to create generic reels. Additionally, Swineryy shares her anxieties of monetizing art and how that can affect her creative process. The podcast also covers standup...
2025-05-111h 51
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastThe Absurdity of Modern Life ft. Punit PaniaWe don’t take ads yet keep our podcast free. Our listeners are our only patrons. Consider supporting:
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2024-12-071h 57
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastLet's Discuss USA: The Good, the Bad and the UglyListen to our friendly podcast where we talk about the USA—the good, the bad, and the interesting stuff you might not know. Don't miss out—tune in!
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2024-04-301h 22
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastRahul Sonpimple's Bold Take on Love and Religion
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Rahul Sonpimple's bold take on the idea of ‘romanticism’, contemporary culture, post-ideological Dalit Discourse, and Buddhism as a counter force.
Rahul is the founder and president of the All India Independent Scheduled Castes Association (AIISCA).
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2024-03-2948 min
IVM PopChashme Buddoor (1981) ft. Anurag Minus Verma | Has It Aged Well?This week on ‘Has It Aged Well?’ Abbas and Urjita got the ‘saubhagya’ of having author and podcaster Anurag Minus Verma on the show. We’re discussing Sai Paranjapye’s 1981 cult classic Chashme Buddoor starring Farooq Sheikh, Deepti Naval, Rakesh Bedi, Ravi Baswani and Leela Mishra. Topics discussed include: Anurag’s idea of ‘Loserism’ and how it relates to this film, Sai Parnjapye’s cinema style, the portrayal of Delhi in the film and how it works as a companion piece to ‘Chhoti Si Baat’, making the medium of cinema ‘playful’ and much more. So wear your kurta’s starched with Chamko soap and t...
2024-03-041h 14
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastAligarh Diary: Life in a Muslim Ghetto ft Zeyad Masroor Khan
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A delightful and thought-provoking conversation with Zeyad Masroor Khan. We discussed his new book, "City on Fire: A Boyhood in Aligarh." Took a trip to the lanes of small town and explored the mysterious world of jinn folk tales, the 90s world of Pran and Raj comics, how cinema influences culture, the conflicts, the curfews, and how humour became a response to dealing with the hardships of life. Tune in!
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2024-02-231h 25
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastAre Books Dead? ft Chirag Thakkar➡️ Click or tap to Support AMVPodcast (Patreon/UPI)
A wonderful conversation with Chirag Thakkar, Associate Publisher at Bloomsbury India, where we discuss the mysterious world of book publishing in India. From the process of getting published to exploring what India is reading, we covered it all. We discussed changing expectations from authors in 2023, the significance or insignificance of literature festivals, and also delved into whether an author can sustain financially by becoming a full-time author. And finally, the crucial question: In the age of social media, are books dead?
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2024-02-031h 18
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastDiscussing Buddha at the Airport
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Conversation with Atul Bhosekar on Buddhist philosophy. Atul Bhosekar is a speaker and Buddhist cave researcher. He has been conducting workshops on Buddhist caves for the last 25 years. As a Director of TRIBILS, a research institute, he has received the Limca Book of World Records for teaching Dhammalipi to 2500 school students.
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2024-01-3040 min
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastPortraying Babasaheb Ambedkar in Hollywood film featuring Gaurav J. Pathania
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A conversation with Gaurav Pathania, who played the role of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar in the upcoming film directed by Ava DuVernay, "Origin." Here, we discuss his journey from a town in Haryana to Hollywood and delve into fascinating insights into what it took to portray the role of a mega-iconic figure like Babasaheb in a major Hollywood film.
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2024-01-1257 min
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastCaste in the Age of Capitalism and Hyper-consumerism ft Rahul Sonpimple
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Conversation with Rahul Sonpimple on Caste in the Age of Capitalism and hyperconsumerism. Rahul is the founder and president of the All India Independent Scheduled Castes Association (AIISCA).
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2024-01-051h 02
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastThe Philosophy of Joy ft Vijeta Kumar➡️ Click or tap to Support AMVPodcast (Patreon/UPI)
In this podcast, we discussed what is the meaning of joy and happiness anymore.
Vijeta teaches English at St. Joseph's College, Bangalore. She is also a writer and has written for Firstpost, Huffpost India, India Today, The Hindu Business Line, Deccan Herald, amongst other platforms. She writes extensively on her blog, which is titled as rumlolarum which has a dedicated following and admirers.
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2023-12-291h 23
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastIs woke culture destroying Cinema ft Sucharita Tyagi➡️ Click or tap to Support AMVPodcast (Patreon/UPI)
Sucharita Tyagi has been at the forefront of film criticism, notably embracing the YouTube medium for reviews as early as 2015. Back then, she was reviewing films on YouTube for the Film Companion website. This segment evolved into "Not a Movie Review" with Sucharita. A curated selection of episodes from "Not a Movie Review" was subsequently released as a web series on Disney+ Hotstar under the same title in March 2020.
In this episode, we're getting into what makes a movie 'woke'—is it a new trend, o...
2023-12-2458 min
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastOn Danger of Satire, Gen Z culture, Mental health, Northeastern Culture ft Dr Medusa➡️ Click or tap to Support AMVPodcast (Patreon/UPI)
The guest of this week is popular satirist Dr Medusa. We talk about creative aspects of ADHD, finding a therapist who understands politics, reflecting on Y2K and its cultural changes, discussing the courage to poke fun in dangerous political times, and exploring Gen Z culture. We also look into the history of Jawaharlal Nehru University, North Eastern India's unique culture, and focus on Assamese food. Thanks for supporting the podcast!
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2023-12-051h 12
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastOn Gen Z, Danger of Satire, Mental health, North eastern Culture ft Dr MedusaThe guest of this week is popular satirist Dr Medusa. We talk about creative aspects of ADHD, finding a therapist who understands politics, reflect on Y2K and its cultural changes, discussing courage to poke fun in dangerous political times, and exploring Gen Z culture. We also look into the history of Jawaharlal Nehru University, North Eastern India's unique culture, and focus on Assamese food. Thanks for supporting the podcast!
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2023-12-021h 12
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastInfluencer culture of India with BhajapodThis is a podcast in collaboration with the Bharatiya Junta Podcast. In this podcast, we delve into the concept of the colonial inferiority complex, discuss the debate surrounding vegetarianism, explore the right-wing influencer pandemic, consider how being apolitical is inherently political, and ponder the type of dictator the country desires. We also scrutinize our own prejudices and biases, acknowledging instances where we censor ourselves.
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2023-11-251h 24
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastAnoop Kumar's Bold Journey to Fix Our Broken Education SystemAnoop Kumar founded the Nalanda Academy in 2013 in Wardha, Maharashtra. He is pioneering groundbreaking work by providing education to marginalized students from all over the country and has successfully helped hundreds of students from marginalized castes gain admission to top universities in India and abroad.
His life, journey, and ideas are nothing short of revolutionary, and I won't be exaggerating if I say that he is one of the living legends who has done unparalleled work.
This is the podcast where he skillfully deconstructs the myth of merit, which may significantly alter your perspectives on...
2023-11-091h 00
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastExploring Maharashtra's Counter Culture with Sujat Ambedkar
Sujat Prakash Ambedkar is a young activist, politician, and former journalist. He is the great-grandson of Babasaheb Ambedkar and the son of Prakash Ambedkar. Sujat is a youth leader in the Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi political party. He studied at the Asian College of Journalism and Fergusson College.
In this podcast, we discussed Sujat's life, Maharashtra's Ambedkarite culture, the politics of food, Dr. Ambedkar's personal habits, the future of Dalit politics in the country, and much more.
Sujat’s account: https://twitter.com/AmbedkarSujat
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2023-10-1656 min
Love Matters With Leeza MangaldasHow do Love and Marriage operate in a Caste Society? ft. Anurag Minus VermaIs love truly free, or do those old caste boundaries still play a role in influencing whom we love? Can we challenge these age-old norms and create love stories that break the mold? How is the 'Bollywoodization' of weddings impacting society?In this episode of Love Matters, host Leeza Mangaldas delves into the intricacies of contemporary love, addressing one question at a time. Joined by Anurag Minus Verma, a writer, filmmaker, and host of the Anurag Minus Verma Podcast, they unravel the complexities of modern relationships.Leeza Mangaldas’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leezamangaldas/Anurag Mi...
2023-10-1442 min
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastLife of a writer ft Ramkumar SinghIn this relaxed and insightful episode, Ramkumar Singh delves into his memories of growing up in Rajasthan, exploring its celebrations, traditions, and dogmas. He reflects on his writing journey, offering insights into the life of a Bollywood writer, the loneliness of Mumbai, the concept of creativity in today's politically charged environment, and much more.
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2023-10-011h 04
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastExploring Art, Aesthetics, and Politics: A delightful conversation with ShrujanaA joyful and fun podcast with Shrujna. I immensely love her artwork. Over the years she has developed a signature style of her own which is not just aesthetically stunning but also stirs the thoughts because of the political messaging.
The experience of recording this podcast felt like two friends sitting together and discussing important issues and even the most mundane issues of the world. A delightful conversation which shouldn’t be missed. This is also the episode that I recorded in person with good mics so the quality of the audio will be also...
2023-09-231h 43
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastThe Dark Side of Our Broken Education System by Prof. Ravikant KisanaInspired by recent cases of brutality against students by teachers, Prof. Ravikant Kisana (Buffalo Intellectual) takes us on a journey in this episode. He delves deep into the dark underbelly of education, exploring the high-stakes world of coaching, the intense school environment, education's transformation into a cutthroat competition, the chilling use of humiliation and violence as instruments of knowledge, and everything that is wrong with our broken education system. Tune in!
Professor Ravikant Kisana teaches at a private university. He also serves as the host and creator of the "Mind My Buffalo Podcast," a recently...
2023-09-1553 min
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastAnti-Caste Bills in USAAn episode about anti-caste laws being passed in the USA. This episode was recorded a few months back.
Kshama Sawant, an Indian-American politician and economist, has served on the Seattle City Council since 2014. She is a member of Socialist Alternative, the first and only member of the party to date to be elected to public office.
In 2012, Kshama ran as a Socialist Alternative candidate for the Washington State Legislature and surprised everyone by winning 29% of the vote. The momentum continued in her campaign for the Seattle Ci...
2023-09-0242 min
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastAnurag's speech at University of MichiganHello and welcome to Anurag Minus Verma's podcast. A few years ago, I had the privilege of speaking at several US universities, and many of you have requested access to those speeches. Today, I'm excited to share one such speech from the University of Michigan, where I was invited by Prof Joyojeet Pal. This talk focused on humor's role in society, the ambiguous nature of speaking truth to authority, the significance of pop culture, and the emergence of internet subcultures.
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2023-09-0215 min
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastIndia's Underground Hip-Hop & Bass SceneIn this podcast, we discussed the vibrant independent Indian rap and hip-hop scene. On creating art in the age of commerce and dealing with unethical recording labels. The power of music to challenge societal norms at the same time being playful and super interesting in its approach. And finally the impact of the film "Gully Boy" on the rap and hip-hop movement.
Tushar Adhav aka BamBoy is a music producer/Dj and rapper. He is known for his brand of murky bass often intertwined with groove-addled samples and music from his roots. BamBoy is a...
2023-08-181h 11
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastThe Philosophy of Food with Shoaib DaniyalIn today’s episode, I'm excited to present a delightful and informative conversation with Sohaib Daniyal. We'll be delving into our favourite topic: food.
We'll explore the diverse history of cuisines, delve into stories and myths related to food, appreciate the aesthetics linked to culinary experiences, address the issue of violence associated with food in India, and so much more.
Shoaib Daniyal is the political editor for the news website, Scroll. But when he's not reporting on India's netas he likes to eat, cook and sometimes even write on his real passion: food.
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2023-08-111h 15
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastThe Internet's Pseudoscience Epidemic ft Science Is DopeIn this podcast, Pranav, who runs the channel named "Science is Dope," explores the trend of increasing pseudosciences and fraudulent spiritual figures promoted by popular podcasts, YouTubers, and influencers in India.
In his videos, Pranav often calls out pseudosciences and misinformation by providing scientific rebuttals.
We delve into the unique susceptibility of Indian society to these regressive trends, the institutionalization of pseudoscience even among influential figures, and the impact of promoting such anti-science ideas on social media.
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2023-07-3049 min
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#70 Decoding the Art of Coffee with PratyushI sat down patiently with Pratyush, the owner of a roastery named Pahadee Coffee Roasters in Himachal, to explore all things coffee. On this episode, we not only discussed famous brands and delved into the fascinating history and origin of coffee but also ventured into the captivating subculture surrounding coffee. We explored the unique rituals, trends, and passionate communities that have formed around coffee. Additionally, we dove into the science and art behind what makes a cup of coffee truly exceptional or disappointing.
This podcast doesn’t have any corporate funding or support so the...
2023-07-2249 min
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastPallavi explains why USA banned Affirmative PlanThe Ban on Affirmative Action in the USA - Unpacking its History, Impact, and Implications.
An insightful exploration in our latest episode as we delve into the recent ban on the 'American Reservation system'—more commonly known as affirmative action in the United States. Our esteemed guest, Pallavi Rao, guides us through the intricacies of this decision, shedding light on the motives driving the elimination of diversity plans and affirmative action.
Pallavi Rao is an Assistant Professor of Media Studies at the University of Virginia in the United States. She teaches undergraduate courses on diversity and representation in the media, cre...
2023-07-0457 min
Anurag Minus Verma PodcastFrom Superstition to Rationality: The Story of a Rebel in the Mountains.In this episode, I meet Ajay, a middle-aged man from Himachal Pradesh whose life was shaped by his family's religious and superstitious upbringing. However, everything changed when he discovered Navayana Buddhism, a modern movement rooted in social justice and equality.
As he delved into the teachings of Dr Ambedkar he began questioning the rituals he had ignorantly followed, finding solace and resonance in the principles of Navayana Buddhism. The episode dives into the multifaceted aspects of Ajay's conversion, exploring the social, political, and psychological aspects of his decision.
This...
2023-07-0237 min
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#67 Rahul Sonpimple on Buddhism, Political Correctness, and the Future of the Ambedkarite MovementIn this Episode 67, I speak with Rahul Sonpimple, a PhD scholar in Sociology from Jawaharlal Nehru University. We discuss his changing nature of higher education, insights on Buddhism, his experiences growing up in a slum, the counterproductivity of political correctness, his reading habits and the future of Ambedkarite politics.
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2023-06-131h 10DostcastLOSERISM, ABSURDISM & CASTE WARS: Heavy PHILOSOPHY w/ Anurag Minus VermaHe can watch 5 films in a day, he has worked in call centers, people pay to access his Spotify playlist, next on Dostcast we have Anurag Minus Verma.
In this podcast,
▸ Vinamre and Anurag discuss Raja Gujjar, existentialism, absurdism and art
▸ Why philosophy is an articulation of defeat
▸ Why kindness is a form of violence
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
2023-06-091h 39
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#66 From Sanitation Worker to PhD Scholar- The incredible story of Mayur.Mayur Helia is a young Dalit student who worked as a sanitation worker with the BMC in Mumbai for 12 years. After his father's passing, Mayur took taking on his father's job as a garbage loader.
However, Mayur's life took an unforeseen turn when he was offered a fully-funded PhD opportunity at Lancaster University in the UK. This chance allowed him to escape the difficult life of a sanitation worker and pursue his dreams.
Mayur shares his fascinating and inspiring life story in this episode.
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2023-06-031h 00
The Pakistan ExperienceJNU, Comedy, Satire, Caste and Culture in India - Anurag Minus Verma - Comedian - #TPE 276
Anurag Minus Verma joins us on a fun episode of The Pakistan Experience discussing JNU, Comedy, Satire, Caste and Culture in India.
On this deep dive episode, we discuss Extensialism, Devang Patel, Kafka, White Vloggers, Marxism, Adnan Sami, Anti-National, Gaanja, Anti-Caste, Memes, Culture and BC Sutta Na Mila
Anurag is a multimedia artist. He studied Art and Aesthetics at JNU, Delhi, and film editing at FTII, Pune. His video diaries and character videos have gained a substantial social media following. His films have been screened at prestigious festivals and museums worldwide. In addition to his video work, Anurag writes...
2023-05-281h 29
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#65 Greeshma Explains Complex Cultural Wars in Karnataka.In our latest episode, Greeshma discusses the surprising defeat of the BJP by the Congress in the Karnataka elections. This episode aims to explore the cultural realities of Karnataka, going beyond the usual analyses of voter demographics and factors favoring one party over the other. Our guest, Greeshma, will shed light on why the BJP and RSS lost the election but still maintain influence in the cultural landscape. We delve into the historical context and the power of the Sangh ideology within Karnataka, which even impacts the functioning of Congress. This thought-provoking podcast goes beyond surface-level discussions of electoral v...
2023-05-201h 12
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#64 Ashok Gopal on The Life and Thought of B.R. AmbedkarA conversation with Ashok Gopal, author of A Part Apart: The Life and Thought of B.R. Ambedkar. Ashok Gopal shares insights on Dr Ambedkar's pragmatism, reading habits, views on religion, loneliness, and the modern myth of 'castelessness' in this fascinating podcast.
Ashok Gopal, a history graduate, has a diverse professional background, including journalism, NGO consulting, curriculum design, and educational content development. He has been studying Babasaheb Ambedkar's life and ideas since 2004 and currently resides in Pune.
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2023-05-141h 06
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#63 Yashica Dutt on Idea of Love, Arranged Marriages, and 'Indian Matchmaking'"In this podcast episode, Yashica Dutt provides a critical analysis of the Netflix show "Indian Matchmaking," offering multiple perspectives on the show and sharing her insights into concepts such as love, marriage, and personal preferences, including how these preferences are formed. Additionally, she highlights how her article on the same subject, published in the Atlantic in 2020, was appropriated by various publications without proper credit. Yashica also explores American society and politics, discussing how anti-blackness unites all non-black people globally. She examines how the consumption of black culture, style, and slang often objectifies black people as cultural objects, creating a...
2023-05-041h 10
Mind your BuffaloEpisode 9 - Many Talents of Anurag Minus Verma (w. Anurag Minus Verma)Buffalo meets Anurag Minus Verma- peak satirist & amazing podcaster & perhaps the best contemporary cultural commentator of urban absurdities. He talks to us about his relationship with his audiences, his writing aspirations, poetry and stories, shares anecdotes from "Writer's Lab" scams & ofcourse his love for coffee.Jump to 9.00 min mark for Anurag's interview. There is some housekeeping before that.
2023-05-011h 25
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#61 with Thenmozhi Soundararajan (Founder, Equality Labs)Thenmozhi Soundararajan is a Dalit American artist, organizer, technologist, and theorist. Currently, Thenmozhi is the Executive Director of Equality Labs, one of the largest Dalit civil rights organizations in the US and globally.
She is a frequent contributor on issues related to South Asia, caste, gender, and race as well as interfaith issues and peace building, and has been featured in the New York Times, Washington Post, BBC, Guardian, ABC, NBC news to name a few.
She has recently released her book titled: The Trauma of Caste: A Dalit Feminist Meditation on Survivorship, Healing, and...
2023-01-1055 min
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#60 with Prof. Joyojeet Pal (Future of Social Media)We discussed the history of social media and misinformation networks, about Elon Musk and if he is a genius or ruthless evil capitalist, about tech chaos and the future of the jobs market in the era of mass firing and so much more.
Prof. Joyojeet Pal is an Associate Professor at the School of Information at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Prior to this he was a Senior Principal Researcher at Microsoft Research India. His recent work has been on the use of social media in mainstream politics, particularly in India. In the past, he has b...
2022-12-191h 07
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#59 Legacy of Saheb Kanshi Ram by SagarSagar is a writer and journalist currently working with The Caravan. In this episode he discuss in detail about the ideas, legacy and pragmatism of Saheb Kanshi Ram. Kanshi Ram is one of the biggest name in the Dalit movement in India’s political landscape. He launched the Bahujan Samaj Party in 1984, which went on to form the government in India’s largest state, Uttar Pradesh on four occasions.
To call Manyavar Kanshi Ram, only a politician would be very much of an understatement. He was a disruptor who dislocated the Indian political landscape and gave power to o...
2022-11-121h 27
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#58 with Vijeta KumarVijeta teaches English at St. Joseph's College, Bangalore. She is also a writer and has written for Firstpost, Huffpost India, India Today, The Hindu Business Line, Deccan Herald, amongst other platforms. She writes extensively on her blog, which is titled as rumlolarum which has a dedicated following and admirers. In this podcast, we discussed her recent article about the discipline of words, about the personality of Banglore city, on evolving ideas about Dalit literature and how social media algorithms distort our ideas of pleasure in life.
This podcast doesn’t have corporate funding or support, so listeners' co...
2022-10-1750 min
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#57 with Prof. Brahma Prakash on Cultural AppropriationHere, we talk about the meaning of labour in art and who controls the power to define the ‘pure’ culture. The reasons for marginalization of folk performances in India. How the idea of taste in art is shaped by the role of caste and class.
Prof. Brahma Prakash is an Assistant Professor of Theatre and Performance Studies at the School of Arts and Aesthetics, Jawaharlal Nehru University, India. He is the author of the book Cultural Labour (OUP, 2019). His research interest lies in regional cultural performance traditions from northern India with a special focus on the question of a...
2022-09-2358 min
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#56 Story of RSS by Bhanwar MeghwanshiAt the tender age of 13, Bhanwar Meghwanshi started attending the Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh's shakhas in Rajasthan without any idea about the organization. Meghwanshi began to take immense pride in his Hindu identity and wished to dedicate his life to RSS's ideology. But one incident shook him immensely, and his entire life changed afterward.
Meghwanshi is now a journalist and an activist. His book Main Ek Karsevak Tha—I Was a Karsevak—was first published in Hindi in 2019, and its English translation, I Could Not Be Hindu: The Story of a Dalit in the RSS, was published by Navaya...
2022-09-121h 27
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#55 with Bhanwar Meghwanshi (Caste in Rajasthan)Born in 1975 in Rajasthan, Bhanwar Meghwanshi is a journalist and an activist who has been part of the Dalit movement in Rajasthan for many decades. His recent book is: I Could Not Be Hindu: The Story of a Dalit in the RSS, Published by Navayana Publishing House.
In this podcast, he decodes how in Rajasthan, behind the glitch and glamour of beautiful locations, exists a different kind of archaic world where caste dictates everything and how in this state exists not only a real desert but also an intellectual desert.
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2022-08-2147 min
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#54 Decoding cultural symbolism of the USA with Umar KhanUmar is an aeronautical engineer working in New York, USA. He is originally from Lahore.
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2022-07-281h 24
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#53 with Neeraj GhaywanSeason 2 of AMV podcast with Neeraj Ghaywan.
Neeraj is an Indian film director and writer who works in Hindi films. He is the winner of several accolades including a National Film Award and two Filmfare Awards. Neeraj made his directorial debut in 2015 with Masaan which received wide acclaim and won two prizes at the Cannes Film festival including the FIPRESCI Prize.
His acclaimed 2017 short film Juice won him the Filmfare Award for Best Short Film-Fiction. Ghaywan then co-directed the second season of Netflix's series Sacred Games with Kashyap in 2019 and Geeli Pucchi from the anthology f...
2022-07-041h 12
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#52 with Rofl GandhiSeason 2 of AMV podcast with Rofl Gandhi.
Rofl Gandhi is one of the best Indian satirists. He challenges the ruling party's propaganda through his sharp wit and political humor. He has gained a massive audience on Twitter who always wait for his unique takes on the contemporary socio-political situation in the country.
Rofl Gandhi is one of the best Indian satires who through his sharp wit and humor challenges the propaganda of the ruling party.
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2022-06-241h 10
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#51 with LifafaSeason 2 of AMV podcast with Lifafa. In 2013, Suryakant started recording jazz music for Peter Cat Recording Co., a New Delhi hemp jazz outfit. It is one of the most unique and experimental bands to emerge from India. A few years back, Suryakant started his solo electronic project called Lifafa.
Lifafa carries a unique sound and aesthetics. It flows smoothly between various genres such as jazz, retro Bollywood, lo-fi, soul, and RnB funk. NME, in their review, perfectly describes his style, "The chill, textured music invokes feelings of long-lost lovers, of fleeting moments of sadness."
Some...
2022-06-191h 49
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#50 with Syed Mohd IrfanSeason 2, Episode 50 with Syed Mohd Irfan. He is the host of a popular show named Guftagoo. An interview format show started in 2011 on Rajya Sabha TV. Guftagoo is an explorative-inquisitive and intimate conversation with celebrated personalities from various fields of Cinema, Theatre, Visual Arts, Literature, and Culture.
As a host and media personality Irfan has been a remarkable communicator. As a television host, his appeal exists from art and culture doyen to all people together, evolved.
After completing its 10 vibrant years the show is now being streamed weekly on Jashn-e-Rekhta’s OTT platforms as Guftugu.
This...
2022-06-131h 18
Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#46 with Zibi [ Russia-Ukraine war]In this episode, we discuss the nuances of the recent invasion of Ukraine by Russia, its implications, Propaganda of Russian Media, the danger of dissent in Putin’s Russia, Putin’s fantasy of bringing back the glory of civilization and so much more
Zbigniew Janic (Zibi). He was born in Poland and grew up in London. Studied international relations in Eastern Europe at LSE (London School of Economics) and UCL (University College, London). Spent the past 7 years living and working in Moscow. Currently in Berlin.
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2022-02-2538 minAnurag Minus Verma Podcast#45 with Heba and ShireenIn this episode, we discussed the various facets of anti-hijab politics and Muslim identity with Heba Ahmed and Shireen Azam.
Heba is Ph.D. Student at the Centre for Political Studies, JNU. Her thesis is on Bihari labour migration in colonial Calcutta. Pursued M.Phil from the same center in JNU and MA in International Relations from Jadavpur University.
Shireen Azam is a PhD researcher at the University of Oxford, where she works on caste among Indian Muslims. She co-runs India Ink, a platform that creates videos on Indian history based on academic research, in...
2022-02-2054 minAnurag Minus Verma Podcast#44 Disha Wadekar (Lawyer, Supreme Court)Disha is an advocate practicing in the Supreme Court. She has also headed a legal resource center set up under a project by the London School of Economics. She is co-founder of CEDE, an organization to address the problem of the under-representation of minority communities in the legal profession and the judiciary.
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2022-02-061h 39Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#43 with Kaustubh Naik [ Goan history and Culture ]Kaustubh is a Ph.D. student at the University of Pennsylvania researching Goan history. He’s also an award-winning playwright.
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2022-01-161h 19Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#42 Gaurav Shinde [Most Dangerous Sailing Race in the World ]Gaurav Shinde is a sailor who is taking part in "The Golden Globe Race" which is considered one of the most dangerous sailing races in the World. We discussed in detail why it is termed as so controversial and dangerous. There are many stories of sailing , unique personalities, asteroids and kinds of life philosophies that such endurance sports teaches.
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2022-01-0748 minAnurag Minus Verma Podcast#41 with Riya Singh [ Rise of Dalit feminism]Riya is a budget analyst and Ph.D. Scholar at Ambedkar University, Delhi. Her research areas focus on Dalit women's rights, caste-based atrocities, and the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
She is a part of the Core Leadership Group in India’s single and largest Dalit women-led collective, Dalit Women Fight. She works on the ground with the survivors of caste-based atrocities of the Dalit community in six states of Northern India.
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2021-12-301h 03Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#40 (Higher education in India )Guests in the podcasts are Prof Laxman Yadav, Kanchana Yadav and Buffalo Intellectual. Main themes discussed in this podcast are related to various kinds of issues the marginalised section is facing in higher education in India.
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2021-12-1452 minAnurag Minus Verma Podcast#39 with Dr. Suraj YengdeDr. Suraj Yengde is one of India’s leading scholars and public intellectuals. Named as one of the "25 Most Influential Young Indian" by GQ magazine. Suraj's recent appointment was Senior Fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School. Suraj is an author of the bestseller Caste Matters and co-editor of award winning anthology The Radical in Ambedkar. Caste Matters was recently featured in the prestigious "Best Nonfiction Books of the Decade" list by The Hindu.
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2021-12-061h 33Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#38 with Prof Dilip MandalProf Mandal is a member of the Editors guild. His columns have appeared in EPW, ThePrint, BBC, Quint. He was the editor of India Today Magazine.
Idea of this podcast originated while we were discussing the piece that I wrote today on the Vir Das controversy in India. You can read the article here: https://theprint.in/opinion/the-india-that-vir-das-and-liberals-want-and-the-one-they-wont-talk-about/767674/
We decided to record a spontaneous podcast where we tried to decode the problems with intellectual discourse led by Savarna liberals and their own complicity in keeping caste as a taboo subject.
This podcast...
2021-11-1833 minAnurag Minus Verma Podcast#37 Caste in AmericaIn this 5 panel podcast we will try to dissect if Indian communities have exported the caste system along with them to the USA. What are the subtle and open ways in which caste operates among Indian communities in tech companies, academia, cultural organisation and many other spheres.
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2021-11-161h 48Anurag Minus Verma Podcast# 36 with Sumeet Samos (Rapper & Anti-Caste Scholar)Sumeet is Rapper from Odisha and has completed his post-graduation from JNU. Through his writing and music he is fiercely producing significant anti caste works. He is currently studying at Oxford university.
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2021-11-0557 minAnurag Minus Verma Podcast#35 with Meena KotwalMeena Kotwal is one of the rare female Dalit journalist working in the country. She is founder of The Mooknayak which raises important issues of Bahujans and underprivileged sections of society.
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In this podcast we discussed about Indian media land...
2021-10-2838 minAnurag Minus Verma Podcast#34 with Raghav JuyalRaghav Juyal is an Indian dancer, choreographer, actor and television presenter. He has been called King of Slow Motion for his surreal dance moves in slow motion style and for his reinvention of the Slow Motion Walk in India.
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2021-10-2433 minAnurag Minus Verma Podcast#33 with Yashica DuttYashica is a journalist and the author of the book : Coming Out as Dalit. She received the Sahitya Akademi Yuva Puraskar for the book in 2020. She has written for The New York Times, Foreign Policy , The Atlantic to name a few. As a freelance journalist, Yashica has worked with Hindustan Times, LiveMint, Scroll.in, The Wire and HuffPost India.
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2021-09-201h 17Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#32 with Rajesh Rajamani ( Filmmaker & Film-critic)Rajesh is a prominent anti-caste voice who through his work and writing, critically analyses Savarana gaze in Indian art and cinema. He is a film-critic who writes for many prominent publications. Last year his brilliant short film “The Discreet Charm of the Savarana.” was released.
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2021-09-0548 min
Wild Tapes Podcast"Is Bombay requisite to be an artist?" with Anurag Minus VermaWELCOME BACK TO SEASON 2! In this episode we have Anurag Minus Verma who is a multimedia artist and also a Podcaster. He runs Anurag Minus Verma Podcast which is available on multiple platforms like Spotify & Apple podcasts.
In this episode we speak to Anurag about
1) His journey & relationship with Mumbai, JNU & FTII.
2) His experience & process of working with Amit Dutta as an editor for Drawn from Dreams.
3) The making of his video diaries and where does the style come from?
4) Capturing the mundane in everyday life in...
2021-09-0256 minAnurag Minus Verma Podcast#31 with Payal KapadiaPayal is a filmmaker based in Mumbai. Her latest film ‘ A Night of Knowing Nothing’ won the prestigious ‘The Golden Eye, The Documentary Prize’ at the recent Cannes Film Festival.
She is the first Indian to receive the honour since the award’s initiation. Earlier, her short film “Afternoon Clouds” was shortlisted for the short fiction film category at the 70th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in 2017.
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2021-08-221h 12Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#30 with Aamir AzizAziz’s first track Achhe Din Blues was released in March 2019. It was inspired by the lynching in Jharkhand because they were suspected of being cattle smugglers. His song 'Sab Yaad Rakha Jaayega' became the defining protest anthem of our times. Impact and popularity of the song can be gauged by the fact that even Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters recites ‘Sab Yaad Rakha Jayega' at an event.
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2021-08-161h 07Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#29 with Sumit ChauhanSumit is the Founding Editor of The Shudra Media and The News Beak. In the past Sumit has held various positions with ABP News, Zee News, India News and News Nation.
It’s a well known fact that there is close to nil representation of Dalits in Indian Media. In the recent by The Media Rumble in partnership with Oxfam India, it was revealed that out of 121 leadership positions surveyed in newsrooms, none are held by those belonging to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. Three out of every four anchors of flagship debates are upper caste. Not one...
2021-08-081h 13Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#28 with Rofl GandhiRofl Gandhi is one of the best Indian satirists. He challenges the ruling party's propaganda through his sharp wit and political humor. He has gained a massive audience on Twitter who always wait for his unique takes on the contemporary socio-political situation in the country.
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2021-07-1538 minAnurag Minus Verma Podcast#27 with Sohail ( Conservatism of Europe)Sohail is a researcher & his academic interest is Postcolonial Studies. He is currently residing in Germany. In this episode he talks about the facade of progressiveness and tolerance of Europe and questions the idea about Europe being the hub of high philosophy and art.
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2021-07-061h 14Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#26 with Priyanka Paul
Priyanka Paul is a 22 year old self-taught illustrator, poet and person who does things on the internet. Her work revolves mainly around the themes of social justice, marginalisation and self-exploration. In her free time you’ll find her jamming to hip hop music or hoarding zines!
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In this podcast we have talked about many issues such as:
2021-06-2648 minAnurag Minus Verma Podcast#25 with Hussain HaidryHussain Haidry is an Indian spoken word poet, writer and lyricist. He gained prominence for his spoken word poem titled, "Hindustani Musalmaan". He has written lyrics for the Bollywood films Gurgaon, Qarib Qarib Single, Mukkabaaz and Taish.
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In this podcast we talked about :
His experience of IIM Indore and his early days of working as a CA. (2:38)
Can a creative person gain some indirect values from days spent at MBA or Engineering college ? ( 11:06)
How...
2021-06-171h 22Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#24 with Aseem ChandaverAseem Chandaver is connoisseur of underground B- films. He has worked with Eros/AIB/Arre/Netflix/Vice.
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In this episode we discussed :
Why is he obsessed with B - films?
Kanti Shah and Ramsay brother’s peak era.
Difference between A, B , C and D grade film industry.
How B filmmakers found hack to bypass censor boards
Gunda trilogy.
When Aseem met Kanti Sha...
2021-06-091h 36Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#23 Pushpendra Singh (Filmmaker)BuyMeACoffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Anuragminus
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Pushpendra Singh is Indian filmmaker. He studied at the Film and Television Institute of India, Pune, where he also taught filmmaking . His directorial debut feature, ‘Lajwanti’ (The Honour Keeper), premiered at the Berlin Film Festival in 2014. ‘Ashwatthama’, his second feature premiered at the Busan International Film Festiva.
His hybrid documentary, ‘Maru ro Moti’ (Pearl of the desert), premiered in the feature length competition at IDFA 2019 and won the Golden Hejnal at the Krakow Film Festival. His latest, ‘Laila Aur Satt Geet’ (The Shepherdess A...
2021-06-0546 minAnurag Minus Verma Podcast#22 With Nikita Sonavane ( Dalit feminist and lawyer )BuyMeACoffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Anuragminus
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Nikita Sonavane is a Dalit feminist and lawyer focusing on criminal laws. She is the co-founder of the Criminal Justice and Police Accountability Project (CPAProject) a Bhopal based litigation and research intervention focused on building accountability against the criminalisation of Vimkuta jatis by the Police and the criminal justice system.
Nikita has a BA in Political Science from St. Xavier's College, Mumbai, LLB from Government Law College, Mumbai and LLM from Azim Premji University, Bangalore.
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2021-05-301h 02Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#21 Casteism in Indian Stand-up comedyHere we are discussing the calling out of Indian Stand-up comics or their casteist tweets along with a sociological questioning of the stand-up scene in India. The podcast also discusses caste beyond reservations addressing certain themes which performative woke figures fail to address.
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For the first time there were three speakers in the podcast.
Hannah is a writer asking and answering questions about digital and pop-culture from an anti-caste perspective. She is the Social Media M...
2021-05-221h 31Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#20 With Dr Laxman YadavDr Laxman Yadav is a Writer, Social Activist and Political Analyst. He is working as Assistant professor at Zakir Hussain Delhi College.
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In this podcast we discussed:
Social dynamics of UPSC aspirants and coaching.
Remembering the role of Upper Caste media and intellectuals during the Mandal commission protest.
How to deal with casteist professor such as Seema Singh (IIT) and Kaushal Mishra (BHU)
Student politics of...
2021-05-211h 24Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#19 with Srishty RanjanSrishty Ranjan is a notable voice on Twitter. She has done Masters in English Literature from Delhi University and takes keen interest in looking at popular culture from an anti-caste and feminist lens.
In this podcast we discussed:
Why LSR (Lady Shri Ram College for Women) is known as one of the most elite college of Delhi University.
Suppression of Bahujan women voices in Savarna dominated feminist movements.
Subtle and not so subtle Casteism of OTT streaming platforms in India.
Geeli Puchi (Neeraj Ghaywan) and politics of representation in...
2021-05-1442 minAnurag Minus Verma Podcast#18 with Dr Aviral Vatsa (NHS, Scotland)Doctor Aviral Vatsa is a renowned doctor based in Scotland (NHS Scotland). He is also a scientist, author, and editor. .
In this episodes we discussed about various important topics regarding the COVID situation in India.
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2021-05-0935 minAnurag Minus Verma Podcast#17 with Puneet Superstar ( TikTok Star)Puneet Kumar aka Puneet Superstar is former TikTok star. Currently he is making videos on Reels and Mx TakaTak.
In this podcast we talked about :
The process of making videos for TikTok
Story of a scripted prank that he shot with his friends at CP.
Story of his visit to Shahrukh Khan’s bungalow in Mumbai.
The day when TikTok was banned and his story of dealing with depression.
His future ambitions in the overcrowded market of content creation.
And many more free flowing discussion.
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2021-04-171h 01Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#16 Subhajit Naskar ( Asst. Professor, Jadavpur University)Subhajit Naskar is Assistant Professor, Department of International Relations at Jadavpur University, Kolkata.
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In this podcast we discussed :
Similarities in culture of JU and JNU.
How caste operates in the elite spaces and educational institutes.
Meaning of term ‘Bhadralok culture.’
How does the caste operate in a different form in this Bhadralok culture?
Why there isn’t any political alternative led by Bahujans in Bengal.
Story o...
2021-04-171h 04Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#15 Sheher Bano ( Student activist, Pakistan)Sheher Bano Graduated last year from LUMS, Pakistan. She is a student activist who is Involved in multiple feminist and labour movements in Lahore. Worked closely with several left collectives in Lahore over the past two years.
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Why LUMS is known to be Harvard of Pakistan.
Lahore and student politics.
How feminist movement operate in the conservative society of...
2021-04-061h 20Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#14 with Rahul SonpimpleRahul Sonpimple is a PhD candidate in Sociology at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. His research focuses on Dalit movements and leadership. He is also an active member of the Birsa Ambedkar Phule Students Association in JNU. He has completed his Master's degree in Dalit and Tribal Social Work at Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai.
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In this episode we discussed:
His definition of term ‘Ev...
2021-04-031h 06
Lights | Camera | Azadi#37 The Amusing world of Anurag Minus VermaSupport LCA : https://www.patreon.com/azadiFollow Anurag Minus Verma : https://www.instagram.com/anuragminusverma/Follow Anurag Minus Verma on Twitter : https://twitter.com/confusedvicharAnurag Minus Verma is one of the rising names of social media. He is a content creator, a multimedia artist, and a satirist. He creates quirky characters, does hilarious voiceovers, and mimics the power centers of our society. Through his mimicry, jokes, and characters he sends an interesting message to society that will make you ponder over conventional stereotypes. Through this podcast, we try to enter his mind and want...
2021-04-031h 25Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#13 With Jyoti Yadav (Journalist at ThePrint)Jyoti Yadav is a Bilingual Multimedia Journalist who is currently working at The Print. She is the recipient of UN National Laadli Media Award, 2020. She covers the intersection of Politics, Gender , Caste and Popular Culture.
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In this episode we talked about :
Story about her journey from the rural village of Hariyana to Delhi.
What motivates her to pursue journalism.
Current state of journalism and...
2021-03-2249 minAnurag Minus Verma Podcast#12 With Prof. Dilip MandalProf. Dilip Mandal is the former managing editor of India Today Hindi Magazine, and has authored books on media and sociology.
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In this podcast we talked about :
Why he loves trolls so much.
His view on trends such as - “ Arrest Dilip Mandal.”
How he started his social media journey.
The farce of ‘staying close to roots.’
About over-roma...
2021-03-181h 38Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#11 With Siddhesh Gautam (Bakery Prasad)Siddhesh Gautam is an artist and designer from India. He runs a popular page on instagram by the name of - Bakery Prasad. He combines the aesthetics of minimalism and surrealism with politics to develop a unique kind of the strong visual language.
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In this podcast we talked about:
Relationship between baking breads and creating art.
His personal journey so far.
His story of coming ou...
2021-02-221h 16Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#10 With Buffalo IntellectualBuffalo intellectual is a very prominent intellectual voice on social media. He presents a Bahujan/Ambedkarite perspective and brings out the analysis that is often missing from the popular discourse. He is currently teaching at a university.
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In this podcast we discussed :
The idea behind the name buffalo intellectual.
How casteism in Indian academia operates in a ‘sophisticated manner.’
Hypocrisy and intellectual dishonesty of Savarna liberals...
2021-02-181h 31Anurag Minus Verma Podcast#9 With Sanjay Rajoura ( Stand up Comedian and Political commentator )Sanjay Rajoura is a prominent stand up comedian and political commentator of India. He is the rare voice in the Indian comedy scene who is very politically and social vocal about the issues and strongly speaks against injustice through his satire.
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2021-02-1640 minAnurag Minus Verma Podcast#8 With Zia Tabarak ( Food vlogger from Pakistan)Zia Tabarak runs a popular food vlog on youtube where he presents local cuisines from his country Pakistan. His channel Street Food PK is very popular in both India and Pakistan.
Here in this short podcast we talked about his journey, food culture in Pakistan, his favourite cuisines and many more other topics.
2021-02-1516 minAnurag Minus Verma Podcast#7 Ghost StoriesThis is a special episode where we discussed mind-blowing ghost stories. Guests in this podcast are :
1. Poonam Biruly from chaibasa, Jharkhand: She had just completed her M.A in linguistics from BHU. She belongs to Ho tribe, where ancestor souls are believed to be sacred and kept in the kitchen for worship. So, her story is gonna be on the ritual that takes place after someone's death.
2. Devarsi Ghosh : He is a Kolkata-based journalist. Writes about film and music. Very interested in the intersection of politics and arts. Previously written for Scroll and India Today. H...
2021-01-0856 minAnurag Minus Verma Podcast#6 Aaditya Kulshreshth aka Kullu ( Standup Comedian and Radio Jockey)Aaditya Kulshreshth aka Kullu is standup comedian and Radio Jockey based in Bhopal. Here we talked about :
Tragedy of studying in a posh all boys school.
Process of writing jokes.
Creating comedy in the age of easily offended folks.
Experiences of bad open mics.
Trance of being a funny person.
Dealing with parents who have different political ideology than yours.
And many more free flowing discussions.
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