All Things Policy
Takshashila Institution
Ever wondered how automation will change the world? Maybe you puzzle over what India could do to ease traffic congestion, or how China's aircraft carriers will transform Indian Ocean geopolitics? All Things Policy, a daily podcast brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, brings you all the answers. Every weekday, our researchers break down complex economic and geopolitical ideas through the lens of current events. For everyone from the busy executive to the curious student, All Things Policy is all you'll need to understand the world (and appreciate your breakfast) better.
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Sep 22, 2021 • 27min
Regulating Biobanking in India
Biobanks, which are repositories of human biological materials, will shape the future of life science research. This means India needs laws to govern biobanks, that address issues like ethics, data protection, and consent.
Sep 21, 2021 • 21min
A Lawsuit of Epic proportions
The Apple v Epic Games lawsuit recently culminated in a 185-page judgment that has implications for the future of in-app purchases on the App Store.
Sep 20, 2021 • 28min
Younger Generals in the PLA
Over the last three months, Chinese leader Xi Jinping has appointed several new generals in the People’s Liberation Army. The head of the Western Theatre Command, which is responsible for India, has been changed four times in just the past year.
Sep 17, 2021 • 44min
Tibet Before the Dalai Lamas
The Tibetan Plateau is one of Asia's most important geopolitical regions, and it has shaped the history and culture of the continent in deep and abiding ways.
Sep 16, 2021 • 36min
Is MSP Fulfilling its Purpose?
The discussion traces the trajectory of the MSP regime from its origins to the multiple market failures it has caused.
Sep 15, 2021 • 34min
New Cities - More Jobs
In this episode, Sridhar Krishna and Aarushi Kataria talk about the origin of cities, how cities help create new jobs, and how new cities can be created
Sep 14, 2021 • 27min
Russian Interests in Afghanistan
With its chaotic exit from Afghanistan, the US finds itself in the same camp as the British in the early nineteenth century and the Soviets in the late twentieth century.
Sep 13, 2021 • 35min
The Climate Threat in the Indian Ocean
tish Padhy talks to Arjun Gargeyas about why the report ought to be a wake up call for collective action by states in the Indian Ocean Rim Association.
Sep 9, 2021 • 20min
The Curious Case of the Havana Syndrome
The Havana Syndrome was recently back in the news when US Vice President Kamala Harris had to postpone her flight to Hanoi due to suspected cases.
Sep 8, 2021 • 20min
What makes democracies tick?
In recent times, there have been apprehensions about the future of democracy. In this episode, Apurva and Sarthak talk about the factors and circumstances that might breed support for democracies.
