Dostcast is the only Indian podcast with the widest range of conversations and interviews. Politicians. P*rnstars. Performers. Philosophers. No topic is out of bounds. No guest is too taboo.
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About the host: Vinamre Kasanaa is a writer and content creator. He studied advertising and religion at Boston University and returned home to setup the best conversation network for Indians. And unlike, most Indian podcast hosts, Vinamre actually does his research.
Abhijit Chavda is a geopolitical analyst, historian, and podcaster with expertise in world history, international relations, and geopolitics. Chavda is recognized for his in-depth analysis of complex global issues, including conflicts, political dynamics, and historical perspectives. He is also the host of the Abhijit Chavda Podcast and the #AskAbhijit show, which cover topics like geopolitics, world and Indian history, world affairs, culture, and science.In this episode, Vinamre and Abhijit tal...
Listen to the Full Episode on YouTube : https://youtu.be/TJmDZniV4q8?si=u2RjFKxYSDbuzkp1 Listen to the Full Episode on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1a8C0Ki6BQGjGqJQSTFvVq?si=e1e9ad0718d04d25 In this best-of episode from Defending the Nation: Warfare, Intelligence & Propaganda, we revisit our eye-opening conversation with Lieutenant General Devendra Pratap Pandey (Retd.), originally aired on 17 Dec 2024. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in military strategy, in...
Saloni Khanna is a Societal Educator, Assistant Professor, and UPSC mock interviewer. She graduated from Hansraj College, Delhi University, with a degree in Economics in 2013. Early in her career, she interned at Religare Wellness and later worked as a youth influencer for Adidas and Vogue magazine. She also gained experience as an intern at ‘Care’ before serving as a research specialist for the Government of India. Saloni is the co-founder of Skill Up Foundation and is also a part of the UPSC C...
Lt. Gen. Satish Dua (Retd.) revisits his conversation about the 2016 surgical strikes, offering insights into the planning, execution, and motivations behind the operation. He discusses the political climate, the denial from Pakistan, and the definition of a surgical strike. The episode also includes personal anecdotes and experiences from his extensive military career, focusing on the psychology of suicide bombers and close encounters during operations.
Listen to the Full Episode on YouTube : https://youtu.be/q8P79LpCuPU?si=dfhaBuQ6f2fxu9uY Listen to the Full Episode on Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/episode/1RZrpsaUq5TrwhsG64YFJB?si=4bb8ec0f9d8b41d2 In this episode of Unraveling the Mahabharata with Ami Ganatra, we explore the untold aspects of the epic with author and management professional Ami Ganatra. Known for her books on Indian history, she shares fresh perspectives on key characters, dharma, and leadership lessons from the Mahabhar...
Dr. Vijayant Govinda Gupta is a board-certified Urologist and Andrologist, recognized as one of the top Urologists in New Delhi, India. With decades of experience, he specializes in complex urology cases, particularly Andrology, and is the most recommended surgeon for Prosthetic Urology, including penile implants, male sexual dysfunction, and infertility. He is also the only authorized Urologist in India for Rigicon Penile Prosthesis and ZSR Biomedical Products.You can follow him on his Youtube ...
Listen to the Full Episode on YouTube : https://youtu.be/hppH--9iDxg?si=yM0zW_nHhR9V449y Listen to the Full Episode on Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/episode/6zYWPKKeFtScu8Gy1AaTYZ?si=6206c7dc2881447d In this best-of episode from Revisiting Ramayana with Ami Ganatra, we explore the deeper narratives of the epic. Originally aired on 13th Sept 2022, this conversation challenges common beliefs and uncovers hidden lessons from the Ramayana. Episode Highlights: The true story behind Maa Sita’s Ag...
Listen to the Full Episode on YouTube : https://youtu.be/oko6M4Xlhy0?si=Jhh0n_N71kzbvT8z Listen to the Full Episode on Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/episode/2oSvg13Rm95rZ3Feg9CxOD?si=18035a729f9e4318 In this episode, astrologer Aman Bedi breaks down the significance of Nakshatras in Vedic astrology. He explains how the moon’s placement in your birth chart can shape different aspects of your life and offers practical remedies based on ancient wisdom. Highlights: What your Nakshatra reveals a...
Listen to the Full Episode on YouTube : https://youtu.be/pebf3FNDat8?si=hL-aK57MTpnc4ZnG Listen to the Full Episode on Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/episode/6xKTOpEGVE50odDsNhWXc2?si=9430c560a42b4336 In this best-of episode from The Power of Nakshatras – Becoming a King and Predicting Your Enemies, we revisit our insightful conversation with Deepanshu Giri, an engineer-turned-astrologer who runs Lunar Astro Vedic Academy. Originally aired on18 Apr 2023], this episode is a must-listen for an...
Listen to the Full Episode on YouTube : https://youtu.be/4OlG723HD8c Listen to the Full Episode on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Zn6Uzjn7T8SHilh0PctrM?si=3280a5f9ac2f4f42 In this best-of episode from Neeraj Arora's EPIC Finance Motivation, we revisit our insightful conversation with Neeraj Arora, originally aired on August 11, 2023. This episode dives deep into Financial Planning and is a must-listen for anyone interested in finance. Episode Highlights: -Having an emergency fund is ...
Listen to the Full Episode on YouTube : https://youtu.be/8JvZFTL8rgM?si=e1HZFpyX8ti6mPge Listen to the Full Episode on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2tx1yjEabospM0ILzdhGpN?si=758cd1b376934a0b In this best-of episode from Neeraj Arora's EPIC Finance Motivation, we revisit our insightful conversation with Neeraj Arora, originally aired on October 23, 2023. This episode dives deep into investment strategies and is a must-listen for anyone interested in investing. Episode Highlights: Mos...
Jaibir Nihal Singh is the founder of TraqCheck, a $20 million enterprise technology company that enables businesses to conduct lightning-fast background checks on new hires. He also shares daily life vlogs on Instagram, recently gaining a significant following.You can follow him at:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyyGqnYuyHeklLgQdIkR28Ahttps://www.instagram.com/heyjns/In this episode Vinamre and Jaibir talk about:-How background checks work, including adverse media checks.-The power of personal...
Don't suffer from pain in silence!Visit http://recoverclinic.net/ for Physio consultation. Join us on this episode of Dostcast as Dr. Madan Kumar, a renowned physiotherapist, and Vinamre navigate the world of physiotherapy, dry needling, and posture correction.Here's what you'll discover:- Unlocking the mysteries of physiotherapy: From its importance and Dr. Madan's journey to dry needling, you'll understand how this practice can alleviate pain and improve your life.- Unveiling the science of dr...
Kushal Mehra is the host of "The Carvaka Podcast" and a commentator known for his discussions on Indian culture, politics, religion, and society. He criticises issues related to Hindu philosophy, Indian politics, ideologies and cultural trends.In this episode Vinamre and Kushal talk about:- How the state's mechanisms work against individual rights and freedoms.- Was the cancellation of Ranveer Allahbadia and Samay Raina part of a strategic narrative to control public perception?- How mainstream ...
Dr. Upasana Chaddha is a psychologist who has been in the field since 2010. She started as a professor teaching psychology and later switched to full-time practice. She founded MindEscapes, an organization for counseling, where a team of psychologists and psychiatrists works to cater to different age groups and a variety of mental health concerns. Dr. Praveen Tripathi, MBBS, M.D. (Psychiatry), is a psychiatrist with 17 years of experience. He also teaches medical students and psychiatry students...
Siddhi Vyas is a Vedic astrologer from a jyotishi lineage, offering birth chart consultations and exploring the mysteries of the cosmos through ancient wisdom. With over seven years of experience, she helps people understand planetary influences, karmic patterns, and spiritual growth. Her approach combines traditional Vedic astrology with modern insights, making it practical and accessible for anyone seeking guidance.You can check her website:https://www.shreemastrology.com/In this episode Vinam...
Iqbal Chand Malhotra is an Indian filmmaker, author, and expert on geopolitics. He studied Economics at Cambridge University and has produced over 500 hours of documentaries. As the Chairman of AIM Television, he focuses on topics like terrorism, geopolitics, and nuclear strategies. He has also been a juror for the International Emmy Awards. Malhotra has directed three award-winning documentaries: The Legend of Malerkotla, Subhas Chandra Bose: The Mystery, and Netaji Bose and the Lost Treasure. ...
Gaurav, CFA and Co-founder at Zeno Realty, provides insights to investors based on raw data. Deepti Mallik is an Entrepreneur and Real Estate Portfolio Manager. She was featured in SonyLiv's Million Dollar Listing, the first reality show based on the real estate industry. They help HNIs and NRIs make better investment decisions by analyzing these numbers. The Report 2024 of All the High Rises Download Link You can follow the panel: Gaurav: https://x.com/GauravGupta_RE Deepti: https://www.instagr...
Neeraj Arora, a Chartered Accountant, teaches taxation, auditing, and strategic management. He runs over five YouTube channels with over a million subscribers.Gajendra Kothari is the Managing Director and CEO of Etica Wealth Private Limited, specializing in portfolio management and wealth advisory. He has over 15 years of experience in Indian and international capital markets. He is a CFA and CAIA. Monika Halan is a financial journalist, writer, and personal finance expert .She is Chairperson of...
Subramanian Swamy is an Indian politician and economist and a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Harvard and was a former professor at IIT Delhi. He is a six-term MP and was a member of the Planning Commission of India as well as a former Minister of Law and Justice of India. He has written extensively on India's foreign affairs, dealing largely with China, Pakistan, and Israel, and is known for his outspoken views on various political and economic iss...
Sunil Gupta is a former jailer at Tihar Jail in Delhi for over three decades. His time at Tihar gave him firsthand experience with the challenges of prison life, including managing high-profile inmates, and dealing with issues like caste, corruption, violence, and capital punishment. He is also the author of the book "Black Warrant," co-written with Sunetra Choudhury. Now, Netflix has made a series based on his time in Tihar Jail, featuring stories from his book about crime, justice, and the pri...
K. Hari Kumar is an Indian novelist and screenwriter born in Cochin. He wrote the story and screenplay for the Malayalam movie E and the Hindi psychological horror web series Bhram.He has been featured as one of the top horror writers of India. He is the author of several books, including Daiva: Discovering the Extraordinary World of Spirit Worship (2024), India's Most Haunted (2019), and many more. You can buy his book Daiva here: https://amzn.in/d/2xULXvj In this episode, Vinamre and Hari talk...
You can Buy Anuj’s Book here: https://www.amazon.in/BOSE-DECEPTION-DECLASSIFIED-Anuj-Dhar/dp/0670097276 Anuj Dhar is an Indian journalist known for his work in uncovering the mysteries surrounding the disappearance of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. He has challenged official accounts with research and evidence-based arguments and played a key role in pushing for the release of government files about Bose. He is also the co-founder of the Mission Netaji organization. He has authored several books li...
You can follow Dev at: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/devmitra Dev Mitra is an Indian entrepreneur based in Canada. He helps Indian startups acquire startup visas in Canada. He is the Managing Partner and Founder of Matrix Venture Studio. In this Episode Vinamre and Dev talk about: - Reality of Indian Students in Canada and how they are contributing - Reality of Jobs in Canada, Visa Process - What's the cost of living in Canada, Canada business economy - How Indian startups can become Canadian start...
Siddhartha Shetty is an Indian stand-up comedian from Mumbai. He has participated in shows like Humans of MTV and Sketch Comedy and has been featured on platforms such as Zoom Stand-Up Comedy. Shetty maintains an active online presence through his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@siddyshetty. In this episode, Vinamre and Siddhartha talk about: Life in Mumbai vs. Delhi and the hate for vada pav The PR disaster of Rohit Sharma and the feud between Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma Getting alco...
Disclaimer- The content is for informational and educational purposes only and fully complies with YouTube’s Community Guidelines. Karan Madhok is an Indian writer, journalist, and editor. He is the author of Ananda: An Exploration of Cannabis In India (2024) and A Beautiful Decay (2022) .Karan is the editor and co-founder of the Indian Arts and Culture website The Chakkar. He is also the founder and author of the Hoopistani blog on Indian basketball. His journalism has been published for Frontl...
Amin Khan is a professional bodyguard and has been a bouncer for 18 years in Mumbai. He was a Maharashtra-level bodybuilder and has provided security to celebrities like Poonam Pandey and Nora Fatehi. He has also acted in movies like Ready with Salman Khan. Currently, he is a bouncer on Samay Raina’s show India’s Got Latent.In this episode, Vinamre and Amin talk about:His early days during his bodybuilding career and the consumption of steroidsThe craziest experiences of being a bouncer, Handlin...
Anupam Mittal and Aman Gupta are the Sharks on Shark Tank India Season 4. They evaluate pitches from aspiring entrepreneurs and decide whether to invest in their ideas. Anupam Mittal is the Founder and CEO of People Group and Shaadi.com. He has invested in over 200 startups, including companies like Ola Cabs, Druva, and BigBasket. Aman Gupta is the Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of boAt, one of India's leading consumer electronics and lifestyle brands. Aman is known for his innovat...
Dr. Trishla Chaturvedi, also known as Astro Trishla, is a renowned Indian astrologer with over three decades of experience in Vedic astrology, Vastu consultation, tarot reading, and related spiritual practices. She founded "Krishna Sarthi," a Gurukul dedicated to teaching various spiritual services. She has received the Jyoti Vibhushan Award in 2016 and 2017, and the Sarvashreshth Jyotish Puraskar in Rajasthan in 2016. Dr. Trishla also has a YouTube channel with over 1.22 million subscribers, wh...
Tejasvi Surya, BJP MP from the Bengaluru South constituency, is the National President of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM), the youth wing of the BJP. He completed his education in law at the Bangalore Institute of Legal Studies and has practiced as a lawyer in the Karnataka High Court. He has been actively involved in politics from a young age, previously serving as the General Secretary of the BJP's Karnataka unit of the BJYM. In 2024, he became the first Indian public representative to...
