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Abhijit Iyer-Mitra is one of India’s sharpest and most uncompromising strategic thinkers. A senior research fellow at IPCS, he’s known for cutting through comfortable narratives and explaining power as it actually works—across defense economics, military technology, nuclear strategy, and global geopolitics.

In this episode of Dostcast, we go far beyond headlines.

Why is the US suddenly interested in Greenland—and what does it signal about the future of global power? What’s really driving Gen Z protests across Western democracies, and how organic are these movements? Why is Donald Trump economically and strategically tightening the screws on the European Union? And beneath all of this lies an unsettling question: in today’s world, do billionaires and corporations influence governments more than voters do?

We also dive deep into the evolution of modern warfare—how power is exercised without tanks or missiles, how narratives replace bullets, and why the next decade of global conflict will look nothing like the last.

This isn’t a debate.

It isn’t ideological comfort food.

It’s a clear-eyed breakdown of how the world actually functions.

If you care about geopolitics, power, and the forces shaping the next 10 years—this episode is unmissable.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

00:32 – Why Trump Wants Greenland

09:23 – American Invasion & Narrative Control

15:45 – Rise of Gen Z Protests

25:22 – Iran in the 1970s

29:42 – Radicalism in Iran

43:52 – Is Khamenei Good for Iran?

47:57 – North Korea vs America

50:04 – The START Treaty

52:41 – Billionaires Funding Government Operations

01:00:03 – Government vs Industrialists

01:04:47 – Conclusion

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Vinamre Kasanaa is a writer at heart, podcaster and entrepreneur by craft.

He spends a significant part of his time reading and researching.

With over 500 podcasts under his belt, he’s interviewed everyone—from HNIs and industry leaders to everyday superheroes.

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Rahul Krishnan is the founder of BoldCare, one of India’s fastest-growing sexual wellness brands focused on men’s health, intimacy, and performance. Through BoldCare, he has worked to normalize conversations around erectile dysfunction, sexual confidence, and preventive care in a culture where these topics are often avoided or stigmatized.

With a deep understanding of product, consumer psychology, and taboo-driven markets, Rahul operates at the intersection of health, technology, and modern intimacy. His work offers a rare inside look into how sexual wellness products are designed, manufactured, and marketed — and how shifting cultural attitudes, AI, and digital media are reshaping desire and relationships in India.

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Vinamre Kasanaa is a writer at heart, podcaster and entrepreneur by craft.

He spends a significant part of his time reading and researching.

With over 500 podcasts under his belt, he’s interviewed everyone—from HNIs and industry leaders to everyday superheroes.

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You can buy Sachin Nandha’s book here: https://www.amazon.in/dp/0143467662

Sachin Nandha is a philosopher and strategist with a background in private equity. He advises leaders on global trends and is deeply influenced by India’s history and philosophy. As Director-General of the International Centre for Sustainability, he works on initiatives combining thought leadership and environmental progress. He is the author of Hedgewar (Founder of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh).

In this episode, Vinamre and Sachin discuss:

-The life, ideology, and lasting influence of K.B. Hedgewar, the founder of the RSS, along with insights from its archives.

-Hedgewar’s views on caste and his relationships with key figures like Bose, Savarkar, Nehru, and Gandhi.

-The role of mentorship in the RSS, how Shakhas operate in India and the UK, and the ideological contrast between Hedgewarism and Savarkarism.

-The relevance of Hindus reclaiming a martial spirit and how the RSS has evolved over time.

-A deeper look at the RSS’s modern appeal and its impact on contemporary politics and society.

Watch this episode to explore Hedgewar’s legacy, the evolution of the RSS, and its impact on modern India.

Timestamps

00:00 – 03:17 — Intro

03:17 — Who was Hedgewar?

09:37 — What’s inside the archives of the RSS?

15:50 — Why has no one written a biography on Hedgewar before?

19:02 — How Shakhas look in the UK

27:17 — Mentorship in the RSS

33:29 — Hedgewar’s views on caste

35:39 — Hedgewar and Bose

39:01 — Hedgewar and Savarkar

41:27 — Hedgewar and Nehru

43:52 — Hedgewar and Gandhi

47:01 — Was Gandhi an utopian?

50:09 — Social structure in the 1920s

01:03:47 — The need for Hindus to return to a martial form of religion

01:11:57 — Views on modern RSS Shakhas

01:14:38 — Hedgewarism vs Savarkarism

01:23:52 — The appeal of the RSS today

01:27:50 — How studying Hedgewar changed his worldview

01:31:22 — Conclusion

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Vinamre Kasanaa is a writer at heart, podcaster and entrepreneur by craft.

He spends a significant part of his time reading and researching.

With over 500 podcasts under his belt, he’s interviewed everyone—from HNIs and industry leaders to everyday superheroes.

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