Episodes

Send us a text 93% of Indians get their news from YouTube. Are influencers the new face of journalism? Is this the beginning of the end of traditional media? In this episode, Shutapa Paul sits down with Saba Naqvi, author, columnist, and veteran journalist, to dissect the dramatic shift from traditional media to social platforms. Who controls the news we consume? And what does this mean for truth, trust, and democracy? Join us as we dive into the crumbling world of legacy news, the rise o...

Send us a text India’s OTT boom has transformed the entertainment industry. But with so much content available, are we facing oversaturation and a new battle for audience attention? In this episode, Shutapa Paul speaks to Sidharth Jain, Founder of House of Talkies & The Story Inc., to discuss the changing face of India’s entertainment industry, and what really works in today’s streaming landscape. This conversation dives deep into the challenges and opportunities shaping digital entertain...

Send us a text Only 8% of key roles in the Indian film industry are held by women. Composing, sound engineering, and music production remain spaces where women struggle to be heard. In this Women’s Day special, Shutapa Paul speaks to Alokananda Dasgupta, the music composer behind Sacred Games, Jubilee, and Trapped, about challenges, biases, change that has happened, and that which is still to come. Catch the latest episode of the 'What India Needs' podcast on YouTube or Spotif...

Send us a text 15.8% of tested food samples in India were found to be substandard. How safe is the food we consume every day? Can we really trust food labels? What about street food? In this episode, Shutapa Paul engages with Rinka Banerjee, Founder of Thinking Forks, to explore India’s food safety challenges, the innovations driven by startups, and the future of food. Catch the full episode on YouTube or listen on Spotify. #WhatIndiaNeeds #Podcast #FoodSafety #Con...

Send us a text Menstruation is a biological process, not a taboo. So why are women still shamed for it? In this episode of What India Needs, host Shutapa Paul talks with Vikas Bagaria, founder of Pee Safe. From his personal journey to sustainable solutions, Vikas shares facts about menstruation taboos, and sustainable solutions like menstrual cups and reusable pads. Catch the full conversation on YouTube or listen to it on Spotify. #whatindianeeds #peesafe #menstrualhealth #...

Send us a text $1.4 trillion to build India’s future: Are we on the right track? In this episode, Shutapa Paul engages with Ashish Kukreja, CEO and Founder of Homesfy, to explore the opportunities and challenges of robust infrastructure development in India. Can decentralising development to Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities lead India’s future? Tune in to hear Ashish Kukreja's professional and personal insights on balancing growth with sustainability. Don’t miss out! #whatIndianeeds #ur...