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S12E2 S12E2: Making Data Talk with Aman Bhargava
Aman Bhargava is a UI/UX designer by training, who found his calling in data visualisation. He works for Revisual Labs, an information design agency based in India that specialises in data…
S12E1 S12E1: Learning science masterclass with Dr. Robin Sharma
In this new episode of DAP, Megh and Vatsal are joined by Dr. Robin Sharma. A friend of the pod, Dr. Sharma is a creator of science-based Digital Learning Environments (DLEs). He studies the effects…
Supplementary Materials 7: 2025 in Tech with Ajay and Harsha
We are joined once again by Ajay and Harsha, as we discuss the major tech breakthroughs of 2025 and the major theme of this progress: AI. Recommendations and References:It’s surprisingly easy to…
S11E3 S11E3: Studying microbial ecology and soil restoration with Dhruthi
In this episode of DAP, we are joined by Dhruti, a long-time listener and a friend of the pod. She takes us through her academic journey, studying botany and zoology as part of her undergrad program…
S11E2 S11E2: Mathematics, or, the pursuit of perfection in an imperfect world, with Saurabh
This is Desi Academia Podcast's Golden Jubilee, and we are so glad you have been with us on this journey! For this special episode, we bring on friend of the podcast Saurabh, and talk to him about…
S11E4 S11E1: Pivoting from a PhD- navigating an alternative career path with Harsha
We are joined again by Harsha, to discuss the difficult reality of life in the sciences and how to pivot when the academia and funding the system fails. Harsha shares his learnings from his…
S10E4 S10E4: Teaching sociology to STEM students: why do we need a sociologist in the room?
In this episode of DAP, Vatsal and Megh are joined by a friend of the pod, Dr. Rituparna Patgiri. She shares her experiences teaching sociology to STEM graduates. Most importantly, she shares her…
S10E3 S10E3: The Second Postdoc- Vatsal's life in outside his Alma Mater
Aditya, Megh, and Vatsal are back to discuss their major life changes in 2025. Vatsal shares his shift from non-alcoholic fatty liver disease to fibrosis, the scientific and ethical training needed…
S10E2 S10E2: "Dissertation Research is a Team Sport"- Megh's Defense Experience
We continue this season with another friend-of-the-pod Professor Indranil Dutta, as we discuss Megh's dissertation defense and thesis writing experience, and the value of a supportive research…
S10E1 S10E1: Desi Academia Podcast founders meet: Postdoc edition!
It's season 10 (Yes, we can't believe it either!) and the OG gang (Megh, Aditya, and Vatsal) gets together after a very long time to vent about all things academia. In this episode of Desi…
S9E4 S9E4: What is Islamic Studies? Wrong answers only, with Manan and Sumaira
Have you ever wondered what it's like to explain your research to an immigration and customs officer? Today, Manan and Sumaira join us to discuss their work on trans-continental poetry and…
Supplementary Materials 6: Fighting for Research Integrity with India Research Watch
We have a thought-provoking discussion on how to fight for research ethics with Dr. Achal Agarwal. We discuss different kinds of unethical behaviour in academic publishing, how retractions happen,…
S9E3 S9E3: Biology of human reproduction and endocrinology with Professor Deepak Modi
Join us in this episode of DAP as we talk about the research of Professor Deepak Modi. Prof. Modi is an independent researcher at the ICMR National Institute for Research in Reproductive and Child…
S9E2 S9E2: Ethnography of masculinity and gender with Dr. Shannon Philip
In this episode of DAP, Megh, Harsha and Vatsal are joined by Dr. Shannon Philip. Dr. Philip is an Assistant Professor in the Sociology of Gender and Sexuality at the University of Cambridge. His…
S9E1 S9E1: Understanding boyhood, singleism, society and sexuality with Dr. Ketaki Chowkhani
Its pride month 2025 and DAP is back with a new episode. In this episode we are joined by Dr. Ketaki Chaukhani. Dr. Chowkhani is an Assistant Professor at Manipal Centre for Humanities where she…
S8E5 S8E5: A Career in Conservation: The human-wildlife relationship with Amit Kaushik
In this episode, we are joined by Amit Kaushik, A PhD candidate in the Integrative Conservation and Anthropology, University of Georgia. We talk about his pre-doctoral experiences with wetland…
Supplementary Materials 5: SIR Group and Academia
In this special episode, the hosts of Small India Radio (SIR) Podcast Group: Raj, Nishant, Megh, Vatsal, Richa, and MV; talk about their professional experiences in education and workplaces. We talk…
S8E4 S8E4: Physics masterclass with Superconformal Hassaan
In this episode of DAP, Hassaan joins Megh and Vatsal. Hassaan is a Ph.D. student at the University at Albany, studying Theoretical Physics. Specifically, he is working on problems in String Theory…
Supplementary Materials 4: Tech Wrap 2024 with Ajay and Harsha
In this special episode, friends of the podcast Ajay and Harsha join Megh to discuss the MIT Tech review, 2024. We discuss major innovations in GenAI, biotech, astronomy, and sustainable…
S8E3 S8E3: Bridging ecology and human behaviour systems with Vivek Nityananda
In this episode of DAP, Megh, Vatsal, and a friend of the pod, Dr. Harish Prakash, are joined by Dr. Vivek Nityananda. Dr. Nityananda is an outstanding behavioral ecologist and a senior lecturer at…
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