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Echoes of India is the story of India like you've never heard it before. Host Anirudh Kanisetti takes you on a journey through its wonders, from the Greek art of Afghanistan to the to the thriving ports of Tamil Nadu. Along the way, monks debate, queens boast, and armies roar. From philosophy to politics to economics, the past comes back to life - noisy, breathing, as thriving as the Indian subcontinent is today.
How will this week's headlines impact you and your family? Every week, we explore the latest news from Washington D.C. and from the Statehouse, with in-depth analysis of Indiana politics from our bi-partisan team of political experts and analysts. Get 'IN Focus' on the go and stay tuned for exclusive bonus content toward the end of the podcast.
A critical but mostly overlooked aspect of both contemporary and historical political violence is the role diaspora communities have played in the planning, organization, financing, and execution of acts of terror. Members of the American Irish, Canadian Sikh, Swiss Tamil and Australian Croat diasporas—to provide just a sample—have all been powerful agents in the terrorist activities perpetrated in the name of their national and religious communities. The Diaspora Politics and Transnational ...
Over four days in June 2012, our speakers – philosophers and theologians, historians and writers, believers and non-believers – will consider what it can mean to be religious, and what role the voice of faith may legitimately have in the conversations of citizens in a multicultural, democratic state and in the community of nations.
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EP 169. New Era in Washington D.C.
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President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have taken office. We hear from Congressman Greg Pence about his brother, former VP Mike Pence, returning to Indiana. We hear from State Lawmakers Rod Bray, Greg Taylor and Terry Austin about the security precautions at the capitol here in Indiana. We also break down the governor's State of the S…
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EP 168. The final days before the 2021 Inauguration
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With tensions high in the Capitol just days after President Trump's second Impeachment and days before the Inauguration, we hear from Indiana Congressmen Andre Carson and Jim Banks. Also, Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb enters his second term, and the new AG Todd Rokita is in the headlines his first week in office.…
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EP 167. Uprising at the Capitol
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We hear from Indiana lawmakers such as Congressmen Larry Bucshon and Andre Carson, former Senator Joe Donnelly and Governor Eric Holcomb about the violent uprising at the Capitol building in D.C. Plus, what could be next for Mike Pence after this history-making week?
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EP 166. A new year, a new Congress
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-The new year brings in a new Congress and a new President - We hear from Congressman Andre Carson -Plus law makers at the State House dealing with the impact of the pandemic in the new session
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Farewell 2020: Personal Reflections
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As we bid the year goodbye, we reflect on the strangeness of 2020 and what it taught usVon The India Explained Podcast
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EP 165. Looking back at 2020
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-Our special edition looking back at the year, and looking forward to the hope on the horizon -We talk with former State Health Commissioners Dr. Judy Monroe and Dr. Woody Myers -Plus a close look at the lessons learned from the year that was
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EP 164. Pfizer and Moderna Vaccines Approved
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-Frontline health care workers all over the country are receiving the first doses of the Covid-19 vaccine -We hear from Vice President Mike Pence, HHS Secretary Alex Azar, and Surgeon General Jerome Adams -Latest updates from Congress and the Electoral College -And President Elect Joe Biden adds Former Mayor Pete Buttigieg to his cabinet…
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EP 163. Coronavirus vaccine approved; time to distribute
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We hear from state and federal officials on how to distribute the newly approved COVID-19 vaccine. We also hear from Congressmen Larry Bucshon, Jim Banks and Andre Carson, and have a final farewell from Representative Susan Brooks. And the Electoral College will meet Monday to make things official in the 2020 election.…
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EP 162. Coronavirus Vaccine on the Horizon
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COVID-19 cases continue to rise, causing stress on the hospital system in Indiana. We hear from United States Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex Azar about the future of the pandemic with vaccines waiting for approval. We also ask Indiana Senators Todd Young and Mike Braun about the push for more economic relief, and we speak further on th…
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EP 161. Will Indy be the host of the 2021 March Madness?
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-Amidst the continued surge in Covid-19 cases we hear from Governor Eric Holcomb and Mayor Joe Hogsett about the economic impact of the virus and a potential boost from the NCAA and March Madness -We hear more from our interviews with White House Taskforce Coordinator Dr. Deborah Birx and Former State Health Commissioner Judy Monroe…
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Freedom and Rights in India: A Discussion with Salil Tripathi
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EP 160. Second coronavirus surge continues
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With the second surge continuing nationwide, we hear from Dr. Deborah Birx from the Whitehouse Coronavirus Task Force and former state health commissioner Dr. Judith Monroe. Plus, we hear from legislative leaders on both sides of the aisle about what's to come in the State House.
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EP 159. Covid-19 Second Wave
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-We talk about the new restrictions happening statewide -We speak with Ed O'Keefe from CBS News to talk about the latest 2020 Election updates -We also hear from Indiana Congressman Andre Carson and Senator Mike Braun -Also Indiana Legislators prepare for Organization Day during the pandemic
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EP 158. President Elect Joe Biden
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-Former Vice President Joe Biden becomes the 46th President of the United States -Also, a big win for Indiana Republicans in the 2020 Elections -Then we hear from Senator Todd Young and two reelected Representatives Andre Carson and Greg Pence
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EP 157. The Final 2 Days before the 2020 Election
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-Latest updates on race for President, Governor, and Attorney General, where we hear from AG Candidates Todd Rokita and Jonathan Weinzapfel -We hear more from our interviews with Congressional Candidates Victoria Spartz, Christina Hale, Trey Hollingsworth, and Andy Ruff -Plus the impact of the long lines on Early voting…
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EP 156. 9 More Days Until the Election
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We recap both the presidential and Indiana gubernatorial debate. We speak with congressional candidates on both sides of the aisle, including Congressmen Greg Pence and Andre Carson. We also hear from Vice President Pence and Dr. Deborah Birx about the rapidly raising cases of coronavirus.
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EP 155. Election Season continues
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-Reaction from the Vice President candidate Debate -President Trump is still recovering from Covid-19 -We speak one-on-one with the candidates for Governor about the rise in Covid-19 cases here in Indiana
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EP 154. The President and First Lady Test Positive for COVID-19
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We hear reaction to the positive results from Indiana Congressman Larry Buschon. Plus, we have more on the Presidential Debate and Supreme Court showdown from Senator Mike Braun and Former Senator Joe Donnelly. Also, Governor Eric Holcomb and his opponent Woody Myers talk more about the response to the Coronavirus here in Indiana.…
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EP 153. President Trump looks to reshape the Supreme Court
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-Indiana Senators Todd Young and Mike Braun react to the President's Supreme Court announcement -Also reaction from both the left and right to Governor Holcomb's new Covid-19 guidelines
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EP 152. Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
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Only a month and a half until the 2020 Election, we hear from Senator Todd Young, State Superintendent Jennifer McCormick, and governor candidate Dr. Woody Myers. We also sit down with Vice President Candidate Senator Kamala Harris and discuss the Indiana impact of the return of the Big Ten.
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EP 151. Controversy on the Campaign Trail
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President Trump responds to his coronavirus comments - We hear from presidential candidate and former Vice President Joe Biden in Pennsylvania - State Senator Jim Merritt decides to step away from the State House - And others call for a new process to replace retiring law makers.
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EP 150. Its officially Election Season
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-President Trump and former Vice President Biden head to Kenosha, Wisconsin in the midst of the ongoing tensions -We hear from Vice President Mike Pence in Pennsylvania -We hear from Indiana congressmen Andre Carson and Jim Banks, who has proposed a bill that could take unemployment benefits away from violent protestors…
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EP 149. Republic National Convention during a newsworthy week
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-Reactions from the RNC Senator Mike Braun, and Former Mayor Pete Buttigieg -We hear from Party leaders on both sides on the impact of both conventions and what our Indiana election will look like -We hear from IMPD Chief Randall Taylor and both Attorney General candidates on the politics of policing…
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EP 148. Let the Conventions Begin
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Historic Democratic Convention reaction and Republican Convention predictions - We hear from President Trump and State Party chairmen Kyle Hupfer and John Zody - Governor candidate Woody Myers also weighs in - Also we discuss the historical significance and impact this year's democratic ticket has on women of color…
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EP 147. Biden and Harris make it official
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The Democratic presidential ticket is set. We hear reactions from Indiana Senator Mike Braun, former Senate Joe Donnelly and Trump Campaign spokesmen Hogan Gidley. Also, Surgeon General Jerome Adams updates us on the coronavirus.
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EP 146. Back to School During Pandemic
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We hear from Senators Mike Braun and Todd Young about the government's response and the latest legislation. We also ask Governor Eric Holcomb why Indiana isn't expanding mail-in voting for the November election. We also cover the filling classrooms across Indiana and an empty IMS for this year's Indy 500.…
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EP 145. Coronavirus cases surge in Indiana
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We hear from Governor Eric Holcomb and candidate Woody Myers about the surge in coronavirus cases. We also discuss the latest on the race for president and go one-on-one with President Donald Trump.
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Ep 144. Indiana Mask Mandate
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Governor Holcomb's mask mandate takes effect this Monday. Mayor Joe Hogsett talks about crime and unrest in downtown Indianapolis. Plus, we discuss updates from the State House.
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EP 143. Cases and Questions Rising
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-Debate continues around school opening while Coronavirus cases continue to rise -We hear from Governor Eric Holcomb and Senators Todd Young and Mike Braun as well as ISTA President Keith Gambill
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EP 142. Back to School during the Coronavirus Pandemic
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-Differing views from federal leaders and Indiana State Superintendent on going back to school -One on One with President Donald Trump and Dr. Birx -Senator Mike Braun and State Representative Robin Shackleford on justice reform -We also hear from Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton about the recent troubling incident from July 4th…
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EP 141. Mask up Indianapolis
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-Governor Holcomb urging masks and Step 4.5 in state's reopening plan - We hear from Gov. Holcomb, Mayor Joe Hogsett, IMS President Doug Boles and more about the future of the Indy 500 - The latest on police reform and more information on police immunity
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Special Episode: 5 Top Western Pop Songs in India by India ExplainedVon The India Explained Podcast
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EP 140. Back on the Campaign Trail
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One-on-one with President Donald Trump, who is back on the campaign trail, starting with a rally in Tulsa - Results of the virtual state conventions - We hear from Democratic Attorney General candidate Jonathan Weinzapfel
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Episode 148: Cooking during the Crisis
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Cooking during the shutdownVon The India Explained Podcast
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EP 139. Nationwide Debate on Police Reform
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-This week we talk with Indiana Senators Todd young and Mike Braun about police reform -Later Congressman Andre Carson also weighs in -Attorney General Curtis Hill and opponent Todd Rokita about their race for the Conservative nomination
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EP 138. Country in Crisis
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We hear from Senator Mike Braun, Congressmen Andre Carson and Jim Banks, Congressional Candidate Christina Hale and State Senator Eddie Melton about the fights for justice happening all over the nation. Plus, we discuss what happens next after this year's Primary as we prepare for the election in the fall.…
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Episode 148: Online work etiquette
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Online etiquette for working from homeVon The India Explained Podcast
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Ep 137. Protests across the nation
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Protests break out in Minnesota, Indiana and across the nation after George Floyd was killed by an officer. We discuss the protests in Indiana, and we hear from Mayor Joe Hogsett and IMPD Chief Randal Taylor and many other state leaders. We also discuss the upcoming Indiana primary ballot concerns and the highly contended congressional seat.…
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EP 136. Reopening Indiana
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How will the virus continue to impact Indiana's economy as we open up? What efforts are being put in place to help you, your family and your business? We ask Congressman Andre Carson, Congresswoman Susan Brooks, Department of Workforce Development Commissioner Fred Payne and mayors of Indianapolis, South Bend, Fishers, Evansville, Fort Wayne and Te…
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EP 135. Coronavirus' Impact on the Election
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Election year changes due the coronavirus pandemic - Will Attorney General Curtis Hill keep his job? - We hear from governor candidate Dr. Woody Myers and his running mate Linda Lawson - We also hear from two of the leading candidates for the Congressional Primary
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EP 134. Controversy and Concern
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Controversy over Indianapolis police-involved shooting - Continued discussion on coronavirus impact in Indiana - We hear Senator Greg Taylor and Treasurer Kelly Mitchell - Governor candidate chooses his running mate
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Episode 147: Viral Humor in a Viral Crisis
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Episode 146: Transparent Governance during a Crisis
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Episode 146: Transparent Governance during a Crisis by India ExplainedVon The India Explained Podcast
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EP 133. Coronavirus Town Hall
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On this special edition of IN Focus, we hear from Indiana Senators Mike Braun and Todd Young. We also speak with US Representatives Jim Baird, Jim Banks, Susan Brooks, Larry Bucshon, Andre Carson, Trey Hollingsworth, Greg Pence and Jackie Walorski.
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Episode 145: Jharkhandi Scammers during Corona Time
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Jharkandi scammers promise booze delivery during Corona virus shutdown in India. Victims left thirstyVon The India Explained Podcast
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EP 132. Indiana impact of the coronavirus
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How is the coronavirus affecting Indiana? We hear from Senators Todd Young and Mike Braun. We also talk with Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett. Plus, you'll hear updates from U.S. Surgeon General and former Indiana Health Commissioner Jerome Adams.
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EP 131. The Reopening Debate
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Is America ready to reopen the economy? We hear from Indiana representative Tre Hollingsworth and the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus. Governor Candidate Dr. Woody Myers, Indiana Republican Party Chair Kyle Hupfer and Indiana Democratic Party Chair John Zody also weigh in on whether to reopen or not.…
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EP 130. Politics during a Pandemic
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Senator Todd Young updates us on the coronavirus crisis - Indiana Congressmen Larry Bucshon and Tim Lannon detail the state and federal response to COVID-19 - We hear from Dr. Anthony Fauci - Our panel discusses Wisconsin's primary and Senator Bernie Sanders' ending his presidential campaign