The #AskAbhijit Show #AskAbhijit 321: Starlink, Scramjet, Monroe Doctrine, Bollywood, Black Holes, Bengal, Iran, Russia
Jan 15, 2026
Dive into a captivating exploration of India’s historical narrative and current geopolitical strategies. From the fascinating evolution of the internet to debates on nuclear energy and the risks of regime change in Iran, a wide array of thought-provoking subjects are covered. The discussion on Bollywood’s song plagiarism and comparisons between pre-WWI dynamics and today will keep you intrigued. Plus, delve into science with insights on black holes and Hawking radiation. It’s a mix of culture, career advice, and cosmic curiosity!
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Have Income Plans Before Quitting
- If you quit a stable job, secure a reliable income first and plan fallback options A, B, C.
- Abhijit urges immediate focus on finding a steady income before deciding long-term life direction.
Chairmanship Is Ceremonial, Not Command
- Chairing BRICS or G20 is ceremonial; don't conflate rotating presidencies with true leadership.
- Abhijit warns India should use chairmanship to advance leverage, not assume it equals global dominance.
Ukraine War Accelerated Modern Warfare Lessons
- The Russia–Ukraine war served as a 'real-time military education' for modern drone, countermeasures, and tactics.
- Abhijit notes both sides rapidly innovated defenses like cage armor and nets to mitigate new threats.
