Best The Roots Of Change Agency Podcasts (2025)

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Remembering Our Interdependence to Shape the World We Want with Sherri Mitchell-Weh’na Ha’mu Kwasset 53:40

2d ago53:40

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In this episode, Sherri Mitchell-Weh’na Ha’mu Kwasset discusses remembering our kinship to one another and to all living beings as a path to reconnecting and interdependence. She offers the wisdom of rooting in our values and shaping the emergence of the world we want to create. Full of hope, discerning insight, and applied practice, Sherri sheds l…

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EP-304 | Yunus vs Bangladesh Army, China’s Strategy & US Plan for Myanmar | Lt Gen PC Nair (Retd) 1:02:14

2d ago1:02:14

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Lieutenant General PC Nair is a retired officer of the Indian Army with a career spanning over four decades. He served as the Director General of the Assam Rifles, India’s oldest paramilitary force, where he played a crucial role in counter-insurgency operations in the North-East region. Lt. Gen. Nair (Retd) has extensive expertise in dealing with …

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🌈🎙️ Make the Revolution Queer-resistible 31:35

3d ago31:35

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Hi y’all! Happy Pride! 🌈 Today, I reflection on trans hate in law, how we combat rising fascism, and bringing agape love to a broader movement. I share exactly what I think about the TERF who writes wizard books, RFK Jr, and white liberals’ role right now. Deep Dives Tracking the Rise of Fascism and Misinformation Trans Rights and the Patriarchy Br…

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EP-303 | Theatre vs Cinema, Comedy Films, Nepotism, PR Companies & More | Rajpal Yadav 1:15:39

5d ago1:15:39

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Rajpal Yadav began his acting journey with television before making a mark in films like Shool (1999) and Jungle (2000). Rajpal has delivered iconic performances in films such as Hungama, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, Chup Chup Ke and Bhool Bhulaiyaa series, among others, where he impressed audiences with his blend of humor and comic timing. In this episod…

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EP-302 | India vs Pakistan: The Big Narrative War Over Operation Sindoor | Shashi Shekhar 1:17:59

9d ago1:17:59

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Shashi Shekhar is the founder of AI for India, an initiative focused on building a strong ecosystem for artificial intelligence and emerging technologies in the country. He is also the former CEO of Prasar Bharati, India’s public broadcaster. In this episode of the Podcast with Smita Prakash, Shashi Shekhar talks about the battle of narratives surr…

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🎙 Finding Indigeneity & Decolonizing Marketing with Taryn Talley 32:37

10d ago32:37

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Hi y’all! 👋🏽 In this week's private podcast feed, we dig deeper into indigenous knowledge, digital suppression, and decolinizing how we do marketing with our guest Taryn Talley. Indigeneity and Cultural Connections Leadership Lessons from Indigenous Traditions The Impact of Colonization on Our Lives Understanding Time and the Long Fight for Justice…

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EP-301 | Ghazi Baba Encounter, Drone Threats, Infiltration & Border Tensions | NN Dubey & SK Sood 1:36:10

12d ago1:36:10

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Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey is a former Director General of the Border Security Force (BSF). He led a crucial operation in 2003 to capture terrorist Ghazi Baba, who was responsible for the 2001 Indian Parliament attack. During the operation, Dubey was shot multiple times, and one of the bullets still remains lodged in his body. He was awarded the Kirt…

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EP-300 | Caste Census, Tamil Nadu Politics, Bihar Polls & more | Shekhar, Gautam & Pallavi 59:44

15d ago59:44

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The Central government took everyone by surprise by announcing a caste census, a move that has long been the poll plank of the Congress party and its leader, Rahul Gandhi. What prompted this sudden decision? Will it truly pave the way for social justice? And how will it impact the upcoming assembly elections in Bihar, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal? I…

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Being (y)our Authentic Selves: Countering Anti-Trans Attacks & Supporting Trans Communities with Teo Drake & Alex Kapitan 59:33

16d ago59:33

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Trans communities are being targeted in deeply inhumane ways in this cultural moment. How did we get here and what can we do to support trans communities? In this powerful and timely episode, Teo Drake and Alex Kapitan offer insightful context for how, when, and why the current attack on Transgender communities arose. They trouble the disinformatio…

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EP-299 | India's Air Defence System, Drone Warfare & Chinese Weapons | Lt. Gen. Sumer Ivan D’Cunha 1:03:36

17d ago1:03:36

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Lieutenant General D’Cunha is the Director General of Army Air Defence (AAD). He assumed command as the Chief of Army Air Defence in 2023. An alumnus of the Indian Military Academy, he was commissioned into the Corps of Army Air Defence in December 1988. In this edition of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, he talks about how India’s air defence s…

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EP-298 | ‘Fugitive’ Tag, Loan Default, Refund, BYJU’S 3.0, BCCI, SRK, Messi & Layoffs | Byju & Divya 2:08:21

18d ago2:08:21

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Byju Raveendran is a teacher and engineer, and the founder of BYJU’S, once India’s most valuable edtech startup, valued at 22 billion dollars. Divya Gokulnath, his wife and co-founder, played a key role in shaping BYJU’S content and brand. BYJU’S saw a rapid rise followed by a sharp fall due to financial losses, governance issues, and legal trouble…

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EP-297 | How India’s Air Defence Systems Stunned Pakistan | Air Marshal Sanjeev Kapoor (Retd) 1:22:39

22d ago1:22:39

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Air Marshal Sanjeev Kapoor (Retd) has served as the Director General (Inspection and Safety) of the Indian Air Force. He has also held the position of Commandant at both the Air Force Academy and the National Defence Academy. With over 7,800 hours of incident-free flying on various trainer, transport, and strategic aircraft, he is considered one of…

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🎙 Andor & Star Wars as Lessons in Activism 47:41

24d ago47:41

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Hey y’all, 👋🏽 to celebrate Star Wars Day, we hosted a Live panel discussion with Get Free about Andor and Star Wars as a place for organizing lessons. Get updates when new podcasts & resources are out: Explore the roots of change agency Read our Weekly Activist Digest Follow us on YouTube, Bluesky & Mastodon Healthy Tech & Communications Resources …

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EP-296 | India-Pakistan Ceasefire: What's the Road Ahead? | Lt Gen Satish Dua (Retd) 1:25:02

26d ago1:25:02

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Lieutenant General Satish Dua (Retd) served as the Chief of Integrated Defence Staff and was also the Corps Commander of the Srinagar-based 15 Corps. He played a key role in planning and executing the Uri surgical strikes in Kashmir. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, he shares insights on the evolving nature of drone warfare be…

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EP-295 | Indian Navy, Karachi Port, Turkey, Nuclear Submarines & More | Vice Admiral SN Ghormade 59:00

26d ago59:00

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Vice Admiral Satishkumar Namdeo Ghormade served in the Indian Navy for 39 years and retired in 2022. He held several key positions, including serving as the 36th Vice Chief of the Naval Staff, deputy Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (Operations and Training), Controller of Personnel Services at Naval Headquarters, and Chief of Staff of the Eastern…

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EP-294 | India-Pakistan Face-off, China’s Link & Indus Water Treaty | Tilak Devasher & Yash Sinha 1:23:47

28d ago1:23:47

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Tilak Devasher is an author, an expert on everything Pakistan and a member of India’s National Security Advisory Board. Yash Sinha is the former High Commissioner of India to the United Kingdom, Sri Lanka and also served as India’s Chief Information Commissioner. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, the guests discuss the possible…

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EP-293 | Operation Sindoor, Nuclear Option, Indian Army & Masood Azhar | Lt. Gen. KJS Dhillon (Retd) 1:37:23

29d ago1:37:23

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Lt. Gen. K.J.S. Dhillon (Retd), popularly known as ‘Tiny Dhillon’, is a highly decorated officer with a distinguished career spanning over 39 years. He has served as the Director General of the Defence Intelligence Agency and Deputy Chief of the Integrated Defence Staff (Intelligence). He earned widespread recognition for leading unconventional, pe…

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Becoming Agents of Spiritual Possibility: Living Yoga Practice with Susanna Barkataki 48:07

1M ago48:07

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In this episode, Susanna shares about her new book, Ignite Your Yoga: How to Live, Practice, and Teach as an Authentic Yoga Steward. We discuss her journey in writing this book and her first one, Embrace Yoga's Roots. Yoga is a practice for self, community, and for a better world. We talk about how yoga philosophy, traditions, and practice can shap…

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EP-292 | India-Pakistan Tensions, Global Support, Risks and Strategy | Sushant Sareen & Ajay Bisaria 1:49:53

1M ago1:49:53

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Ajay Bisaria, Distinguished Fellow at the Observer Research Foundation (ORF), previously served as India’s High Commissioner to Pakistan. Sushant Sareen, also a Senior Fellow at ORF, an expert on Pakistan and security issues in the region. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, the two discuss how India should respond to the recent …

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EP-291 | Nepal Crisis, Monarchy Push, China Factor, India Ties & Youth Anger | Manjeev Singh Puri 52:11

1M ago52:11

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Manjeev Singh Puri is a retired Indian diplomat from the 1982 batch of the Indian Foreign Service, with a distinguished career spanning over 36 years. He last served as India’s Ambassador to Nepal. Over the course of his career, he held key positions in India and abroad, representing the country at major multilateral organisations including the Uni…

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🌍 Growing Social Resilience in Times of Crisis ❤️‍🔥 1:03:45

1M ago1:03:45

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Hi y’all! 👋🏽 Earth Day doesn't feel very celebratory this year. To help us all move through the discomfort of living amidst climate collapse, while organizing for a better world, Taj Smith and I hosted a movement gathering on April 24th. In the live conversation, we dove into: Social media, tech, & the climate crisis How social media has changed u…

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EP-290 | What Does Kashmir Want? Is Azadi Sentiment Still Alive? | Former Separatist Bilal Gani Lone 1:21:02

1M ago1:21:02

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Bilal Lone is a former separatist and the elder son of Abdul Gani Lone, the Hurriyat Conference leader who founded the People’s Conference. Bilal was part of the Hurriyat Conference delegation that met Deputy Prime Minister L.K. Advani in Delhi in 2004. His younger brother, Sajjad Lone, is currently a member of the Jammu and Kashmir assembly. Bilal…

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EP-289 | The Shocking Truth About Naxalism in Chhattisgarh | IPS Sundarraj Pattilingam Reveals All 56:22

1M ago56:22

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Sundarraj Pattilingam is an Indian Police Service officer currently serving as the Inspector General (IG) of Bastar Range in Chhattisgarh. He is known for his leadership in operations against Maoist insurgents in the region. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Sundarraj discusses how Naxalism is coming to an end in Chhattisgarh. …

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🔐 [Preview] Project Planning for Long-Term Movement Building 4:18

1M ago4:18

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Progressive organizing is being targeted and threatened to intentionally overwhelm our movements and ability to act against rising fascism. Access Private Podcast Feed Rather than lean into the overwhelm, we can build healthy practices for how we work and build towards our long-term visions for change. Task List Template for long-term planning Mana…

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EP-288 | Pahalgam Terror Attack: How Pak-Backed Terrorists Planned it & Will India Respond 59:57

1M ago59:57

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India has faced its worst terrorist attack on civilians since the 2008 Mumbai attacks. In Kashmir's Pahalgam, 27 innocent lives were lost and 15 others were injured in an attack backed by Pakistan. Terrorists opened fire at point-blank range, targeting innocent tourists. Four terrorists stormed the popular tourist location, creating chaos for 20 mi…

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Companions in Process: Interdependence in Climate and Disability Justice with Naomi Ortiz 50:06

1M ago50:06

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In this heartful episode, Naomi Ortiz explores their art as a spiritual process of listening to the land, grief work, and the difference between interdependence and mutual aid. As we discuss their new book, Rituals for Climate Change: A Crip Struggle for Ecojustice, we explore what disability justice offers the climate justice movement and what roo…

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🔓 [Unlocked] Our Digital Montgomery Bus Boycott 24:57

2M ago24:57

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Hi y’all! 👋🏽 I'm unlocking our latest private podcast to directly speak to our digital futures. In the podcast, I react to Carole Cadwalladr’s TED talk 🎬 This is what a digital coup looks like and offer a new perspective on our digital power and activism. Become a member: www.rootschangemedia.com/private-podcast/#/portal/account/plans Who is Carole…

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EP-287 | Canadian Elections, Foreign Interference, Trump & Khalistan | Kushal Mehra & Ajay Bisaria 1:28:27

2M ago1:28:27

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Kushal Mehra is an author and podcaster who divides his time between Canada and India. He is known for his sharp insights and first-hand experience of life in Canada. Ajay Bisaria is the former High Commissioner of India to Canada. He is now a strategic advisor and a well-regarded voice on geopolitics, international business, and public policy. In …

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EP-286 | Waqf Act, Mamata, Rahul, Manipur, Collegium System, Muhammad Yunus & China | Kiren Rijiju 1:31:18

2M ago1:31:18

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Kiren Rijiju is currently serving as the Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and the Minister of Minority Affairs. He has served as the Union Law Minister of India and Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Youth Affairs and Sports. He is considered one of the most active and respected parliamentarians, with over 90% attendance in Parliament and …

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EP-285 | Can AI detect lung cancer before it’s too late? | Top AI Researcher Dr. Swapnil Rane 49:09

2M ago49:09

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How can AI be used to detect lung cancer early? Is there enough funding for healthcare in India? Are we seeing enough medical advancement and technology in the Indian healthcare system? Can AI models identify breast cancer at an early stage? And is AI better than humans regarding cancer diagnosis and therapy? In the latest edition of the ANI Podcas…

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EP-284 | "Congress means भय, भ्रम, भ्रष्टाचार…" Chhattisgarh Deputy CM Arun Sao 46:08

2M ago46:08

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Arun Sao is currently serving as the Deputy Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh. A lawyer by profession, he began his political journey in 1990 as a member of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP). Over the years, he steadily rose through the ranks of the BJP, starting out as a booth-level worker. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Pr…

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🎙 AI’s Overhype & Social Harms with Dr Linda Berberich 33:23

2M ago33:23

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Hi y’all! 👋🏽 I host my friend and AI expert, Dr Linda Berberich, directly address AI overhype, Big Tech harms, and what we do about it. Watch on YouTube We dove into the intersectionality of AI and its impacts on society, especially marginalized communities. We spoke of the real harms that AI poses to society, but also how technology can be used to…

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EP-283 | Minors in Naxalism, Journalist Chandrakar's Murder, Bhupesh Baghel & More | Vijay Sharma 1:02:41

2M ago1:02:41

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Vijay Sharma is the MLA from the Kawardha constituency and currently serves as the Deputy Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh. He had served as the State President of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha. Over the years, he has been actively involved in several protests, including those related to paddy procurement and ration card distribution. In this epis…

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EP-282 | Can Nava Raipur outperform Bengaluru & Hyderabad? | Chhattisgarh Finance Min OP Choudhary 56:54

2M ago56:54

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O.P. Choudhary cracked the UPSC exam at the age of 23 and was part of the 2005 batch of the Chhattisgarh cadre, the first batch after the state was carved out of Madhya Pradesh. In 2018, he joined the BJP. During his 13-year career in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), the former Raipur Collector earned a reputation as a simple, hardworking, …

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EP-281 | Waqf Act, Religious Conversion, Naxalism, Mining Mafia & Nava Raipur | CM Vishnu Deo Sai 52:19

2M ago52:19

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Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai joins the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash in Raipur during the 'Vichaar for Viksit Chhattisgarh' Conclave. Mr. Sai has had a long political journey. He served as an MLA from 1990 to 1998 and was elected to the Lok Sabha from the Raigarh constituency in 1999. In 2006, he became the Chhattisgarh BJP president…

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[Preview] Strategic Lessons from Global Resistance 4:57

2M ago4:57

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Hi y’all! 👋🏽 Joe Cardillo and I share actionable tips and lessons from global organizing on our private podcast page. We can use old and new tactics both online and IRL to build a mass movement of resistance. 🔐 Become a Member to access Private Podcast Feed: https://www.rootschangemedia.com/#/portal/signup Learning from Hungary’s dissent into illib…

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EP-280 | Fight with Music Directors, Shah Rukh, Auto-Tune, Sanatana, Gandhi, Pakistan | Abhijeet 1:20:13

2M ago1:20:13

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Abhijeet Bhattacharya is one of the most iconic voices in Bollywood, having lent his voice to several memorable tracks for Shah Rukh Khan, Govinda, and Salman Khan. His voice became synonymous with Shah Rukh Khan in many hit songs. He won the Filmfare Award and the Screen Award for Best Singer for his song "Main Koi Aisa Geet Gaoon" from Yes Boss. …

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Polyvagal Theory and Intergenerational Trauma of Historically Marginalized Communities with Niloufer Merchant and Devika Dibya Choudhuri 57:13

2M ago57:13

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We discuss the deep value of Polyvagal Theory for showing us how social connection impacts mental health and overall wellbeing. We explore how to apply Polyvagal theory to intergenerational trauma of historically marginalized groups. Our guests discuss what ancient wisdom and collectivist cultures have long known about community support and regulat…

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🎙 Organizing Against the Global Right with Sam & Joe 19:34

2M ago19:34

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Hi y’all! 👋🏽 This week on the roots of change podcast, Joe and I are back! We dig into the news with a social change lens best understand how to move in this moment against the right-wing authoritarian forces. 🔐 Become a Member to access Private Podcast Feed: https://www.rootschangemedia.com/#/portal/signup How propaganda makes its way into the mai…

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EP-279 | Indira Gandhi, 1975 Emergency, Cancel Culture, Indian Classical Dance | Sonal Mansingh 1:57:49

2M ago1:57:49

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Sonal Man Singh is a former Rajya Sabha MP, an Indian classical dancer and a Guru in Bharatanatyam and Odissi dance styles. She received the Padma Bhushan in 1992 and the Padma Vibhushan in 2003. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Sonal Man Singh shares untold stories about Indira Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi, and the challenges artists…

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[Preview] 🤠 Surviving the Social Hellscape | April's Tech News Round Up 3:14

2M ago3:14

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Hi y’all! 👋🏽 This week's Tech News Round Up is about how we can navigate the unregulated social landscape including building up your video reach, watching for data regulation, and avoiding AI brain rot on Instagram. Become a member: www.rootschangemedia.com/private-podcast/#/portal/account/plans News of the Month: 🌱 YouTube Tops Disney in Streaming…

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EP-278 | Corporate Takeovers, Rising Ticket Prices, Stories of Shah Rukh & Irrfan | Tigmanshu Dhulia 1:15:28

2M ago1:15:28

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Tigmanshu Dhulia is a filmmaker, actor, screenwriter, and casting director, best known for Paan Singh Tomar (2012) and Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster (2011). His films, often critically acclaimed and explore human relationships, social issues, and the nuances of Indian culture. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Tigmanshu takes a trip …

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Capital ‘M’ Moments of Trans Visibility with Taj & Stone 58:14

2M ago58:14

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Hi y’all! 👋🏽 this week, we speak to Taj Smith and Stone Cairns about trans visibility, trans magic, and spirituality. We dove into: Our unique experiences with the gender binary How TERFs have influenced feminist movements The liminal space of spirituality and social fears Christianity, Millennials, and the rise of Mega Churches The intersection of…

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EP-277 | Untold Stories of Raj Kapoor, Raaj Kumar, Zeenat Aman & Playing Villain Roles | Raza Murad 1:32:02

2M ago1:32:02

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Raza Murad comes from a family of actors and is known for his astounding voice. He started his career with the film 'Ek Nazar' in 1972 and became famous for his versatility, especially in villain roles. He has worked in over 200 films and has been featured in several popular Bollywood films, including Prem Rog, Henna, Ram Teri Ganga Maili, and Ram …

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[Preview] Securing the Group Chat & Expanding Capacity 2:56

2M ago2:56

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Hi y’all! 👋🏽 In this week's private podcast feed, we get into the Signal chat heard 'round the world and what it means for our privacy and security. We the People are under threat by our own government. We talk about how we take back our power. Become a Seedling Member to get access to the full conversation. Become a member: www.rootschangemedia.co…

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EP-276| Yogi Adityanath on Mandir-Masjid Debate, Bulldozer Action, Aurangzeb, Kumbh Tragedy & Rahul 1:14:11

2M ago1:14:11

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Yogi Adityanath's government has completed eight years in Uttar Pradesh, making him the longest-serving Chief Minister in the state's history and the only one to serve two consecutive terms. In this ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Yogi Adityanath discusses his government's achievements over the past 8 years and shares his vision for making Uttar Pr…

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Fierce Vulnerability, Healing Trauma, and Collective Liberation with Kazu Haga 46:56

2M ago46:56

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In this episode, Kazu Haga shares how fierce vulnerability can guide social justice work as it supports the healing of both individual and collective traumas. Injustice, he notes, is a manifestation of trauma, which cannot be fully healed on individual levels. Instead, we need to work with the collective trauma of families, groups, cultures, and so…

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S3E9 Re-Segregation, The Economy, & Living in Reality 21:39

2M ago21:39

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Hi y’all! 👋🏽 this week, you just have me on, because we have A LOT to catch up. We dove into this month's news events and level-set on reality: Break Down Trump's Decisions & The Economic Reality Jerome Powell's Statement & The Fed Why Democrats Can't Act What Does Activism Mean Right Now? Explore the roots of change agency Read our Weekly Activist…

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EP-275 | Balochistan Insurgency, Train Hijacking, Attacks on Pak Army & China's Role |Tilak Devasher 1:30:03

3M ago1:30:03

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The recent train hijacking and the Noshki convoy attack have raised serious questions about Pakistan losing control of Balochistan. Is the Baloch insurgency entering a new phase? Can Pakistan’s army crush the rebellion? Is China pressuring Pakistan to act harshly to protect CPEC? Is India secretly involved, as Pakistan claims? What exactly do the B…

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EP-274 | Rakesh Roshan on Krrish 4, Working with SRK & Salman, Family & Obsession with Letter 'K' 1:04:47

3M ago1:04:47

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Rakesh Roshan began his career as an assistant director on the film Anjaana (1969) and later went on to direct the action drama Khudgarz (1987). With films like ‘Karan Arjun,’ ‘Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai,’ ‘Koi... Mil Gaya,’ and the Krrish franchise, Rakesh Roshan has earned his place as a seasoned filmmaker across multiple genres in the Hindi film indu…

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