Podcast Episodes

Can forever chemicals last forever?

In today’s episode for 21st February 2023, we narrate a tale of PFAS or forever chemicals and whether we can dump them forever.

Published on 2 years, 10 months ago

What's wrong with e-pharmacies?

A few days ago the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) sent out notices to 20 online pharmacies. The ones you’re probably used to buying medicines from ― Tata 1mg, Netmeds, Apollo, et…

Published on 2 years, 10 months ago

How V-Guard stabilized India

In today’s episode for 18th February 2023, we explain how a uniquely Indian problem of voltage fluctuations led to the rise of a fast-moving electronic company (FMEG).

Published on 2 years, 10 months ago

No internet for digital payments? There’s a fix thanks to the RBI Sandbox

In today’s episode for  17th February 2023, we explain HDFC Bank’s pilot project to promote offline digital payments and the role of the RBI sandbox.

Published on 2 years, 10 months ago

Want a FAB!O? Oops, we meant OREO?

In today’s episode for 16th February 2023, we explain why Intercontinental Great Brands which owns the Oreo biscuit brand took Parle to court.

Published on 2 years, 10 months ago

Can India become a Lithium Superpower?

In today’s episode for 15th February 2023, we explain why everyone’s excited about the discovery of 5.9 million tonnes of Lithium in Jammu & Kashmir. And why we need to tread with caution.

Published on 2 years, 10 months ago

Thee problem with the Microsoft-Activision Blizzard merger

A few days ago, the UK Competition and Markets Authority (UK CMA) released its provisional findings on an investigation it conducted into Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard. And it found …

Published on 2 years, 10 months ago

What tech companies don’t want you to know about layoffs

In today’s episode for 13th February 2023, we explore why tech companies across the world are resorting to layoffs.

Published on 2 years, 10 months ago

What ails Divi’s?

In today's episode for 11th February 2023, we see what's really happening at Divi's laboratories.

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Phillips Curve Conundrum

In today’s episode for 10th February 2023, we explore the (ir)relevance of a popular economic theory from 1958.

Published on 2 years, 10 months ago