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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May 6, 2019 • 26min
China And Masood Azhar- Why Did China Cave?
Why did China finally allow Masood Azhar to be sa…
May 3, 2019 • 24min
Poets and Kings: Then and Now
Why did pre-modern Indian states patronise poetry…
May 2, 2019 • 25min
Marvel(ous) Geopolitics- What Does the MCU Teach Us About International Relations?
The Marvel Cinematic Universe offers rich and oft…
May 1, 2019 • 30min
Recruiting Better Spies- How Do We Improve India's Intelligence Agency?
All is not well with India's external intelligenc…
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Apr 30, 2019 • 24min
The Paradoxes of Prediction- Do Prediction Markets Affect Actual Outcomes?
Discover the intriguing dynamics of prediction markets, where collective intelligence can guide decision-making. Delve into the wisdom of the crowd and its limits, especially in forecasting major political events like Brexit and the Trump election. Explore the importance of diversity and adaptability in enhancing predictive accuracy, along with effective strategies for accurate forecasting. Gain insights on how to update beliefs with new evidence and the pitfalls of rigid thinking, all sprinkled with a touch of humor.
Apr 29, 2019 • 28min
China's Naval Might
China's navy marked its 70th anniversary with a f…
Apr 26, 2019 • 22min
Bubble Boy- A Bold New Age in Healthcare?
A revolutionary new gene therapy hijacks the huma…
Apr 25, 2019 • 31min
Belt And Road Forum II
The second summit of the Belt and Road Initiative…
Apr 24, 2019 • 34min
Why Sri Lanka?
Is the attack in Sri Lanka a product of third-par…
Apr 23, 2019 • 23min
Tik For Tok- What Does the Ban Mean for Freedom of Expression?
Should India ban TikTok? Does the ban violate the…
