Best New Amendment Co Podcasts (2024)

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The Dilemma of an Indian Liberal 1:01:48

18d ago1:01:48

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Gurcharan Das is one of India's best-known authors and thinkers. He had a celebrated career in business, most notably as the CEO of Procter and Gamble in India, before devoting his full attention to writing. He is the author of numerous best-selling books, including India Unbound, The Difficulty of Being Good, and India Grows at Night. Most recentl…

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India's 2024 Election—and its Aftermath 54:36

25d ago54:36

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This week on Grand Tamasha, Milan is joined by Grand Tamasha’s India news roundup regulars: Sadanand Dhume of the Wall Street Journal and the American Enterprise Institute and Tanvi Madan of the Brookings Institution. On the show this week, the trio discusses the 2024 Indian general election and its aftermath. They debate the politics, as well as t…

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Making 'Make In India' Come Alive 40:27

1M ago40:27

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On Sunday night, India’s new National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government was sworn into office, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at its helm once more. We have a new group of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) allies, a new group of ministers, and a new look in terms of how the Modi government will function in its third term. However, the economic cha…

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Decoding the 2024 Indian General Elections 1:03:07

1M ago1:03:07

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We’ve finally come to the end of the 46-day Indian general election. And we have a surprising result which many experts did not see coming. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of Prime Minister Narendra Modi failed to secure a single-party majority in the Lok Sabha in what is being interpreted as a major setback. The BJP-led National Democratic Allian…

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The Lessons of Gujarat Under Modi 56:50

2M ago56:50

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Gujarat Under Modi: Laboratory of Today’s India is a new book by the scholar Christophe Jaffrelot but one that has an old backstory. It is the definitive account of Narendra Modi’s tenure as chief minister of the state of Gujarat. And it helps place into context the changes we’ve seen in national politics, economic policy, and society over the past…

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A Blueprint for India’s State Capacity Revolution 1:04:06

2M ago1:04:06

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Over the last five years, Milan has interviewed authors of big books, that have brought innovative new ideas to the India policy debate. And he’s also interviewed authors of lengthy books. On the show this week, he sits down with an author who’s written a big book in every sense of the term. It is no stretch to say that Accelerating India’s Develop…

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How India's Economy Can Break the Mold 51:02

2M ago51:02

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Breaking the Mould: India’s Untraveled Path to Prosperity is a big new book by the economists Raghuram Rajan and Rohit Lamba. The book is both a critique of India’s development model as well as a manifesto for reform. Most notably, it challenges the conventional wisdom that India’s primary goal should be to transform the country into a blue-collar …

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What Rahul Gandhi Wants 47:38

2M ago47:38

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The third phase of India’s 44-day long polls took place this week with voting held in 94 constituencies across 12 states. Thus far, the elections have been marked by lower-than-expected turnout, intensifying communal rhetoric, and a sharp debate about inequality and redistribution. Against this backdrop, the New York Times Magazine recently publish…

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Inside the BJP Campaign 45:10

2M ago45:10

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The incumbent Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of Prime Minister Narendra Modi entered this election as the clear favorite with every single pre-election survey pointing a decisive victory. However, the party is leaving no stone unturned in its effort to notch a third consecutive parliamentary majority. To discuss the BJP’s campaign, Milan is joined on…

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The Great Indian Poverty—and Inequality—Debate 55:52

3M ago55:52

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As India heads to the polls, a new chapter is being written in a very old debate about poverty and inequality in India. This debate has been stirred up by the release of new data from a government-sponsored consumption survey, which some have argued shows a massive decline in poverty in India. Others believe that this data are not so unequivocal an…

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Previewing India's 2024 General Election 49:46

3M ago49:46

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In just a few days, India’s eighteenth general elections will get underway with voting in the first phase kicking off on April 19. Between April 19 and June 1, India will have seven separate polling days culminating in a final counting of votes on June 4. Every single pre-election survey to date shows the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) allianc…

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Is India Ready to Launch? 53:11

3M ago53:11

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On March 11, the Indian Defense Research and Development Organization conducted the maiden test of its Agni-V MIRV (Multiple Independently Targetable Re-Entry Vehicle) missile. MIRV capability is a complex technology and there are only a handful of countries that have developed it. The test represents a breakthrough for India’s missile program but …

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Decoding the Indian Economy 38:21

3M ago38:21

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It seems wherever you turn these days, there are stories about India’s status as the fastest growing major economy in the world. Its growth rates remain the envy of both the developed—and the developing—world. But what is really happening under the hood? What are the opportunities for India in a world riven by conflict and technological disruptions…

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Savarkar, In His Own Words 50:02

4M ago50:02

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In today’s India, there are few historical figures whose writing and thinking help explain the current ideological zeitgeist more than Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. Despite this newfound attention, Savarkar is often viewed in black and white—as a staunch Hindu nationalist who devoted his life to expounding the virtues of conservative, Hindu majority ru…

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Another Update Before The Upgrade 4:13

4M ago4:13

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I want to say thank you to all of my new and old listeners, I hope you are enjoying old episodes as I try to continue my technological progress. Please be patient with me and give feedback if you feel free.

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The Citizenship Amendment Act's Next Chapter 59:08

4M ago59:08

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A few weeks ago, the Indian government formally notified the rules implementing the controversial 2019 Citizenship Amendment Act, or CAA. The law provides persecuted religious minorities hailing from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Pakistan an expedited pathway to Indian citizenship, provided they belong to the Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Jain, Parsi,…

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Eating India, One State at a Time 1:06:38

4M ago1:06:38

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Zac O’Yeah is a Swedish novelist, rock musician, and author of the Majestic Trilogy—a trio of detective stories set in his adopted home of Bengaluru. And if that were not enough, he’s also the author of the brand-new book, The Great Indian Food Trip: Around a Subcontinent à la Carte. In the book, O’Yeah catalogues his travels crisscrossing India on…

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Dalits in the New Millennium 41:02

4M ago41:02

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Over the last several decades, there have been monumental changes in the social, economic, and political lives of Dalits, who have historically been one of the most oppressed groups in all of South Asia. A new volume edited by three leading scholars of India—Dalits in the New Millennium—examines these changes, interrogates their impacts on Dalit li…

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The End of the Electoral Bond Era 48:05

5M ago48:05

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Two weeks ago, a five-judge bench of India’s Supreme Court ruled that electoral bonds—a controversial instrument of political giving introduced by the Narendra Modi government—violated the Constitution and would immediately cease operating. Under the court’s ruling, the State Bank of India will immediately stop issuing bonds; the Election Commissio…

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A Fresh Look at India’s Neighborhood First Policy 51:59

5M ago51:59

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With general elections just months away, it is the era of the ten-year retrospective—a chance for India watchers to reflect on what has changed over the past decade under the Narendra Modi government—and what has not. One area especially deserving of scrutiny is India’s relations with the neighborhood. The Modi government came to power with an eye …

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Keeping You Posted /Postponed 1:45

5M ago1:45

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Spirits I’m finding it difficult to utilize Riverside but I believe I finally have a solution. Until I am able to figure this out, expect more side bar content like this to keep you updated.

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New Episode Tomorrow 1:18

5M ago1:18

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Ok so I’m trying something new, let’s see if it works for me; even though it may not work for you. I no longer want to miss a day so if I have to, I will update and inform you on the next episode.

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O' Sistah Where Art Thou? 1:00:46

5M ago1:00:46

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Where are all the loving melanated woman who wants to see other clean-spirited melanated women win? In this episode I talk about the relationships of black women from my point of view, starting with the things my mama taught us but also what she did to her baby sister when they were younger. I speak about my childhood traumas with girls from my sis…

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My Co-Parenting story w/My Ex Fiance' 1:18

5M ago1:18

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I wouldn't even listen to this episode. The first episode with Riverside, this shit is trash Af! you can't add any music, transition sounds, or fun editing tools.

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Pakistan's Political Earthquake 40:44

5M ago40:44

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Last Thursday, voters in Pakistan went to the polls in the country’s first general elections since the July 2018 election that brought former prime minister Imran Khan to power. In 2022, Khan was ousted in an unprecedented no confidence vote and now finds himself behind bars. In the months before the election, Khan’s political party, Pakistan Tehre…

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Separating Fact From Fiction 41:51

5M ago41:51

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From the Obama “birther” movement in the United States to the fringe politicians who believe congestion pricing in London is part of an international “socialist plot,” it is no exaggeration to say that conspiracy theories have become part of the standard political playbook the world over. But when it comes to outlandish conspiracy theories, India s…

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Cursed Objects: The Unbinding & The Energy Within 1:02:24

6M ago1:02:24

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We’re talking about haunted and cursed objects… Some ancient, some new… With the recent release of the latest documentary from Greg and Dana Newkirk, The Unbinding, we decided to break it down and get our paranormal on… What is the energy that possesses these items? Is it related to the people who own them, or is it some terrible entity that just l…

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India and the Emerging Chip Race 56:05

6M ago56:05

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It seems like you cannot open a newspaper, listen to a foreign policy podcast, or open Twitter/X without somebody somewhere sounding off on the emerging geopolitical battle over semiconductors. Semiconductors, which we colloquially refer to as chips, have quickly moved from the periphery to center-stage of global high politics. To discuss this high…

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Workin’ Moms 1:00:29

6M ago1:00:29

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Bonus Episode-Working MomsAt some point in a woman's life she will have to decide if she wants to be a stay-at-home parent or a working mom, well here is my story of a working-life balance from having one child to having two.I go into detail about where my trauma of balancing work and children started in the military and ended in the corporate worl…

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Governing India's Digital Revolution 50:39

6M ago50:39

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This week, Grand Tamasha kicks off its eleventh season with a special return guest to the podcast. The Third Way: India’s Revolutionary Approach to Data Governance is an important new book by the lawyer-scholar-and-author Rahul Matthan. Rahul is a partner at the law firm Trilegal, where he heads their technology practice. Over the past several year…

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My Co-Parenting Story w/My Ex Husband 57:24

6M ago57:24

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We are wrapping up co-parenting but first, let me explain my situation from my oldest daughter's dad to my youngest daughter's dad. Co-parenting isn't easy and nearly impossible with an absent parent.

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Alien Chaos: Jellyfish & The Battle for Miami 1:07:30

6M ago1:07:30

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Some crazy new developments going on in the world of aliens, but how much of it can we take seriously? We start off with what the hell went down at that Miami mall… Was it really 10 foot tall shadow people or just TikTok trolls hungry for clicks? Then we break down the new documentary series by TMZ and Jeremy Corbell — new footage and some polarizi…

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I'm Entitled AF! 1:00:17

6M ago1:00:17

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There is nothing wrong with believing you deserve good things, to be treated fairly, or with respect.I say we should all strive to be more entitled especially the oppressed ones!listen to my bonus episode of why I feel so entitled and what it means to me. -Catch up with my week.-Upcoming eventsHappy Birthday Martin Luther King!…

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"Co-Parenting" Marley Bando's Story 1:01:52

6M ago1:01:52

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🎙️Mz.Kiki Kamau-My First Amendment. 👨‍👧‍👦Co-parenting isn’t always easy, but through absence you can learn amazing lessons.During October we sat down with Marley Bando whom is a MC, a rapper in Tampa FL, and a father. Who’s here with us to share his unique Co-Parenting story and insight that he accumulated throughout his fatherhood journey.👏🏾Thank …

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I Bet You've Wondered Where I've Been. 1:07:02

7M ago1:07:02

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Hey, so I know I have been M.I.A but this is my tell-all on where I have been and what I have been up to. It's just a bonus episode y'all, but now that I got your attention Happy Kwanzaa! Don't forget to check out my (How To Celebrate|What is Kwanzaa?) bonus episode only on Spotify.

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Guide to the Hitchhikers: New Evidence & Paranormal Fallout 1:02:03

7M ago1:02:03

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Just in time for the holidays, we’re sticking out a thumb and wandering the highways to discover more about the hitchhiker effect. We discuss new research from Dr Jim Segala involving everything from DNA linked experiences to measuring anomalous signals during paranormal events. Then Josh finishes us off with some tales suggesting the hitchhiker ef…

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Grand Tamasha Unveils the Best Books of 2023 22:48

7M ago22:48

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Back in 2019, we started the Grand Tamasha podcast on a whim. India’s 2019 general elections were around the corner, and we sensed that there might be a (temporary) marketplace for a weekly audio podcast focused on Indian politics and policy for diehards hoping to keep up with the campaign action. Nearly five years later, the podcast has become a w…

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The Indian Supreme Court in the Modi Era 44:08

7M ago44:08

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Over the past decade, India has witnessed significant conflict within—and around—several democratic institutions meant to act as a check on executive power. One of the most important theatres of conflict has been the judiciary—more specifically, the Supreme Court. A new book by the legal scholar Gautam Bhatia, Unsealed Covers: A Decade of the Const…

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UAP Politics: Bills, Amendments and UFO Flying Lessons 53:06

7M ago53:06

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With so much happening in the world of UAP and government disclosure, we thought we’d dive into a discussion about everything that’s happening. From bills & amendments to some fun tales of abductees getting ufo flying lessons, we’re covering all the latest news! So crack open a can of good times, and join us for an all new cosmic cantina. https://w…

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What the 2023 State Elections Tell Us About 2024 50:20

8M ago50:20

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On December 3, votes were finally tallied in four Indian states which went for elections this past month—the last test parties and candidates will face before the general elections in April-May of next year. After much anticipation, Counting Day left very little to the imagination. In a big setback for the Congress Party and the opposition alliance…

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Tackling India’s Air Pollution Crisis 42:06

8M ago42:06

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Anyone who has even casually glanced at the news over the past several weeks would be hard pressed to miss the plethora of headlines about north India’s air pollution crisis. Every year as late Fall rolls around, air pollution across north India—including in the nation’s capital of Delhi—climbs to levels that make life almost unlivable for hundreds…

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A Conjuring Thanksgiving: Interview with RPG, CIA’s Demonic Prisoner and Inducing Theta States 1:00:46

8M ago1:00:46

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We’re giving you some spooky stories to chat about around the thanksgiving table! I interview Josh’s bro Ryan about his new documentary: “The Conjuring House Experiments.” Then Matt gets into a tale of the CIA capturing a demon, and Josh explores the supernatural realms of theta states…. So settle in with something warm and boozy, and join us for a…

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The Downfall of India's Princely States 55:30

8M ago55:30

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One of the most remarkable episodes in modern Indian history is the story of how the leaders of over 550 sovereign princely states were convinced that they should give up their independence to become a part of a free India. This monumental task of accession was carried out over weeks, not months or years. But accession was just the first step in an…

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Demystifying the Indian Supreme Court 51:06

8M ago51:06

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In recent years, there has a growing concern that the Supreme Court of India is not firing on all cylinders. Critics have argued that the court functions in an opaque manner, exhibits excessive deference to the executive, is sluggish in concluding cases, and is hampered by an excessive reliance on super-lawyers who can get their cases heard for exo…

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Co-Parenting "A Brotha's Story" with Dave B 50:09

8M ago50:09

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Co-parenting isn't always easy but with some fathers, it can be a breeze. Today we sit down with Dave B 813 whom is a rapper in Tampa FL, and a family man of two children; juggling two jobs, two babies, and two women, Let's hear from one man's view on co-parenting.Thank you for sharing your story with us.Follow DaveB on:Facebook-@Levar king BronerI…

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AI Future: Threat or Savior? 51:46

8M ago51:46

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We’re diving in the unknown world of AI… Will it be the savior of humanity and bring us a utopian life, or are we doomed to battle the machines in an apocalyptic hellscape? Time to tap into your prepper booze storage and pour out a glass of something soothing, for an all new Cosmic Cantina! https://www.thecosmiccantina.com https://www.google.com/se…

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The India-Canada Conundrum 51:04

8M ago51:04

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It’s been six weeks since Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau took to the floor of Parliament to announce that Canadian security agencies had evidence of credible allegations that Indian authorities had a hand in the killing of a Canadian citizen, Hardeep Singh Nijjar, on Canadian soil in June 2023. Nijjar was a well-known activist in Sikh diasp…

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India’s Pivot in the Middle East 53:52

9M ago53:52

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As the fighting between Israel and Hamas intensifies, the world is bracing for the widening of a conflict that has the potential to escalate quickly and bring in outside powers from the region and beyond. India’s position in the aftermath of the horrific Hamas attacks on Israel on October 7th—and the subsequent Israeli military response—has been no…

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Co-Parenting A Mother's Horror Story! 1:31:32

9M ago1:31:32

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Co-Parenting A Mother's Horror Story! We are simply asking you to listen, to help, and to do better when it comes to parenting your children. These are the childhood memories that can stay and shape them into adulthood, so think about your actions, words, and feelings when you are dealing with a child. As parents, this is your opportunity to give t…

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Alien Warnings: Blue-Being Love, Shadow People Threats and Omens 49:02

9M ago49:02

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We’re heeding the warnings of the 4th kind! From saucy encounters with blue alien babes, to nocturnal meetings with shadow people—both helpful and terrifying… If they’re trying to warn us, we’re listening! So take a bracing shot for courage and join us for an all new Cosmic Cantina. #ufo #uap #ufotwitter #paranormal https://www.thecosmiccantina.com…

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