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Respectfully DisagreeRespectfully DisagreeDid 2024 Deliver or Disappoint? A Cultural RecapFor our final episode of Respectfully Disagree this year, we dive into the biggest cultural moments of 2024 — from Taylor Swift's Eras Tour to breakout films this year; to celeb (read:influencer) culture, and a spur of conservative internet phenomenons. Join us as we unpack what made waves, what fizzled out, and what left us questioning everything. Here are some articles published through the year on some topics we've discussed: https://www.theswaddle.com/sights-and-sounds-from-boiler-room-and-hanumankind-in-bombay https://www.theswaddle.com/notes-on-a-failed-brat-summer https://www.theswaddle.com/all-we-imagine-as-light-tells-the-truth-about-mumbai https://www.theswaddle.com/why-are-sally-rooney-s-women-like-that https://www.theswaddle.com/voyeur-nation https://www.theswaddle.com/pop-culture-is-in-its-feudal-era Credits:- ...2024-12-2549 minRespectfully DisagreeRespectfully DisagreeWhat Are the Limits of Feminist Activism?This week, we discuss Sri Reddy, the pressures of being the face of a movement, progressive activism, and if there is such a thing as the 'perfect feminist.' Respectfully Disagree is The Swaddle Team’s very own podcast series, in which we get together to discuss and dissect the issues we passionately differ on. Read Rohitha's profile of Sri Reddy here – https://www.theswaddle.com/sri-reddy-s-troubled-exile Credits: Featuring: Vasanthi Nimushakavi Co-Producers: Neha Shetty, Rohitha Naraharisetty Cover Art: Neha Tewari Art Director: Neha Shekhawat Executive Producer: Karla Bookman2024-04-1849 minRespectfully DisagreeRespectfully DisagreeWhat’s Wrong With Having a 'Type'?This week, we discuss whether it’s okay to have a ‘type,' and when having a type crosses into harmful stereotyping. Credits: Co-Producers: Shrishti Malhotra, Rajvi Desai Cover Art: Anjalee Menon, Hitesh Sonar Executive Producer: Karla Bookman Check out our website: https://theswaddle.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/theswaddletv Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theswaddle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheSwaddle2021-04-0826 minRespectfully DisagreeRespectfully DisagreeShould We Reject All Sanskars?This week, we discuss ripped jeans, value education in schools, and how mainstream cinema portrays Indian cultural values. Credits: Co-Producers: Shrishti Malhotra, Rajvi Desai Cover Art: Anjalee Menon, Hitesh Sonar Executive Producer: Karla Bookman Check out our website: https://theswaddle.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/theswaddletv Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theswaddle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheSwaddle2021-03-2539 minRespectfully DisagreeRespectfully DisagreeDo Children Need To Be Protected From Sex in Media?This week, we discuss the moral panic over Bombay Begums, and whether children need to be protected from onscreen depictions of sex. Credits: Co-Producers: Shrishti Malhotra, Rajvi Desai Cover Art: Anjalee Menon, Hitesh Sonar Executive Producer: Karla Bookman Check out our website: https://theswaddle.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/theswaddletv Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theswaddle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheSwaddle2021-03-1833 minRespectfully DisagreeRespectfully DisagreeAre Royal Families Relevant Anymore?As the world reels from the Meghan and Harry interview, we discuss the relevance of royalty in India, and how our obsession with dynasty impacts Indian society and culture. Credits: Co-Producers: Shrishti Malhotra, Rajvi Desai Cover Art: Anjalee Menon, Hitesh Sonar Executive Producer: Karla Bookman Check out our website: https://theswaddle.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/theswaddletv Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theswaddle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheSwaddle2021-03-1141 minRespectfully DisagreeRespectfully DisagreeShould We Stop Glorifying Gym Bodies?This week, we discuss gym culture, conflating thinness with fitness, and the class connotations of a 'fit' body. Credits: Co-Producers: Shrishti Malhotra, Rajvi Desai Cover Art: Anjalee Menon, Hitesh Sonar Executive Producer: Karla Bookman Check out our website: https://theswaddle.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/theswaddletv Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theswaddle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheSwaddle2021-02-1834 minRespectfully DisagreeRespectfully DisagreeHow Important Is Sex in a Romantic Relationship?This week, we discuss pop culture's obsession with “spicing up your sex life,” how much sex is enough, and the benefits of other forms of intimacy. Credits: Co-Producers: Shrishti Malhotra, Rajvi Desai Cover Art: Anjalee Menon, Hitesh Sonar Executive Producer: Karla Bookman Check out our website: https://theswaddle.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/theswaddletv Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theswaddle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheSwaddle2021-02-1132 minRespectfully DisagreeRespectfully DisagreeIs Showing Vulnerability a Sign of Weakness?This week, we discuss our perceptions of public vulnerability, from politicians' tears to athletes' anger on the field. Credits: Co-Producers: Shrishti Malhotra, Rajvi Desai Cover Art: Anjalee Menon, Hitesh Sonar Executive Producer: Karla Bookman Check out our website: https://theswaddle.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/theswaddletv Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theswaddle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheSwaddle2021-02-0431 minRespectfully DisagreeRespectfully DisagreeShould People Be Accountable for Their Partners’ Transgressions?From secret debts to sex scandals, in this week’s episode, we explore why people love to blame the person caught in their partner’s 'mess.' Credits: Co-Producers: Shrishti Malhotra, Rajvi Desai Cover Art: Anjalee Menon, Hitesh Sonar Executive Producer: Karla Bookman Check out our website: https://theswaddle.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/theswaddletv Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theswaddle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheSwaddle2021-01-2938 minRespectfully DisagreeRespectfully DisagreeCan Art Critique Religion Without Being Offensive?This week, we discuss Tandav, The Satanic Verses, and the many times art has offended religious sentiments. Credits: Co-Producers: Shrishti Malhotra, Rajvi Desai Cover Art: Anjalee Menon, Hitesh Sonar Executive Producer: Karla Bookman Check out our website: https://theswaddle.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/theswaddletv Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theswaddle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheSwaddle2021-01-2130 minRespectfully DisagreeRespectfully DisagreeShould Homemakers Be Paid a Salary?In this week’s episode, we discuss pop culture depictions of the homemaker, why women are conditioned to do unpaid housework, and what it would take for society to recognise the ‘invisible’ work women do. Credits: Co-Producers: Shrishti Malhotra, Rajvi Desai Cover Art: Anjalee Menon, Hitesh Sonar Executive Producer: Karla Bookman Check out our website: https://theswaddle.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/theswaddletv Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theswaddle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheSwaddle2021-01-1435 min