Rajiv Malhotra's Podcast

Why India Endures: Ajit Doval on Rajiv Malhotra's Civilizational Vision | Indra's Net Launch

Originally recorded at the launch of Indra’s Net, this archival address features Ajit Doval on Rajiv Malhotra’s contributions to Indic thought, civilizational continuity, and the enduring relevance of India’s intellectual and spiritual heritage. #AjitDoval #IndrasNet #IndianCivilization #IndicStudiesWho Is Raising Your Children? - https://whoisraisingyourchildren.com/Battle For Consciousness Theory - http://battleforconsciousnesstheory.comSnakes in the Ganga - http://www.snakesintheganga.comVarna Jati Caste - http://www.varnajaticaste.comThe Battle For IIT's - http://www.battleforiits.comPower of future Machines - http://www.poweroffuturemachines.com10 heads of Ravana - http://www.tenheadsofravana.comTo support Infinity Foundation’s projects including the continuation of such episodes and the research we do:इनफिनिटी फ़ौंडेशन की परियोजनाओं को अनुदान देने के लिए व इस प्रकार के एपिसोड और हमारे द्वारा किये जाने वाले शोध को जारी रखने के लिए: http://infinityfoundation.com/donate-2/

Beyond Religious Dogma: Understanding Astika / Nastika, Parampara, and Sacred Continuity

Why has Bharatiya(Indian) civilization endured into the modern era while others crumbled? In Episode 2, Smt. Vandana Mishra dives into the structural engineering of Sanātana Dharma. She explores how the Guru-Shishya Parampara has preserved our Sacred Continuity through two distinct textual pillars: Shruti and Smriti.Using the Purva-paksha method to clear up Western misconceptions, Smt. Vandana explains how Astika / Nastika classifications form a sophisticated framework of intellectual lineage rather than rigid binary traps. This decentralized approach provides an inherent Digestion Resistance against external ideological shifts. By protecting the true meaning of our Sampradaya and scriptures, we exercise vital Cultural Self-Defense against Identity Fragmentation. Join us to understand the living, evolving genius of the Dharma-based pluralism that anchors our global identity.Joining Link- https://tinyurl.com/ymv4upepWho Is Raising Your Children? - https://whoisraisingyourchildren.com/Battle For Consciousness Theory - http://battleforconsciousnesstheory.comSnakes in the Ganga - http://www.snakesintheganga.comVarna Jati Caste - http://www.varnajaticaste.comThe Battle For IIT's - http://www.battleforiits.comPower of future Machines - http://www.poweroffuturemachines.com10 heads of Ravana - http://www.tenheadsofravana.comTo support Infinity Foundation’s projects including the continuation of such episodes and the research we do:इनफिनिटी फ़ौंडेशन की परियोजनाओं को अनुदान देने के लिए व इस प्रकार के एपिसोड और हमारे द्वारा किये जाने वाले शोध को जारी रखने के लिए: http://infinityfoundation.com/donate-2/

Beyond Religion: Sanātana Dharma & the Problem of Sanskrit Non-Translatables

In this inaugural episode of the Deep Dive Katha Series, Smt. Vandana Mishra invites you to Reverse the Gaze on how we define Bhartiya(Indian) heritage. For too long, Western Universalism has attempted to "digest" the concept of Dharma into the narrow English category of "religion." This episode establishes Civilizational Literacy by exploring why Dharma is one of the most vital Sanskrit Non-Translatables.Smt. Vandana highlights the importance of Adhikara (qualification) in understanding these texts and warns against the mistranslation of Sanskrit words into English, where deeper concepts like Karma and Dharma lose their true essence. This session is a call for Civilizational Self-Respect, encouraging viewers to look past Secularism as an Asymmetrical Weapon and embrace the Dharma-based pluralism that has sustained our Sacred Geography for millennia.Smt. Vandana breaks down the ten essential characteristics of Dharma from the Manusmṛti—including Dhṛti (fortitude), Dama (self-control), and Vidya (knowledge)—as practical tools for Embodied Knowing. Moving beyond Category Imposition, we explore how these principles form a Dharmic Worldview that emphasizes inner discipline over external dogma. Join us as we resist the Decontextualization of our traditions and reclaim the Sacred Continuity of Sanātana Dharma. Are you ready to understand the true Integral Unity of these ancient practices?Joining Link- https://tinyurl.com/ymv4upepWho Is Raising Your Children? - https://whoisraisingyourchildren.com/Battle For Consciousness Theory - http://battleforconsciousnesstheory.comSnakes in the Ganga - http://www.snakesintheganga.comVarna Jati Caste - http://www.varnajaticaste.comThe Battle For IIT's - http://www.battleforiits.comPower of future Machines - http://www.poweroffuturemachines.com10 heads of Ravana - http://www.tenheadsofravana.comTo support Infinity Foundation’s projects including the continuation of such episodes and the research we do:इनफिनिटी फ़ौंडेशन की परियोजनाओं को अनुदान देने के लिए व इस प्रकार के एपिसोड और हमारे द्वारा किये जाने वाले शोध को जारी रखने के लिए: http://infinityfoundation.com/donate-2/

Religion at Work: Positive or Problematic?

Should religion be expressed at work? Recent debates around TCS, IndiGo, and Lenskart raise critical questions about what employees can and cannot do, and whether rules are applied fairly. Vijaya Vishwanathan, Trustee of the Infinity Foundation, unpacks these issues—examining policy frameworks, exposing implementation gaps, and defining what genuine neutrality should look like in India’s diverse workplaces. Hosted by Sree Iyer of PGurus, this discussion offers informed insights into corporate policy, fairness, and workplace diversity.Who Is Raising Your Children? - https://whoisraisingyourchildren.com/Battle For Consciousness Theory - http://battleforconsciousnesstheory.comSnakes in the Ganga - http://www.snakesintheganga.comVarna Jati Caste - http://www.varnajaticaste.comThe Battle For IIT's - http://www.battleforiits.comPower of future Machines - http://www.poweroffuturemachines.com10 heads of Ravana - http://www.tenheadsofravana.comTo support Infinity Foundation’s projects including the continuation of such episodes and the research we do:इनफिनिटी फ़ौंडेशन की परियोजनाओं को अनुदान देने के लिए व इस प्रकार के एपिसोड और हमारे द्वारा किये जाने वाले शोध को जारी रखने के लिए: http://infinityfoundation.com/donate-2/

"We Belong" Impact Summit 2026: Inclusion or Hidden Agenda?

This episode explores the “We Belong” Impact Summit 2026 and its emphasis on inclusion and community influence. Rajiv Malhotra analyzes how such platforms engage with Hindu-American identity, values, and political positioning in the West, and considers whether they function as authentic outreach efforts or play a role in shaping broader narratives around diaspora representation and influence.Who Is Raising Your Children? - https://whoisraisingyourchildren.com/Battle For Consciousness Theory - http://battleforconsciousnesstheory.comSnakes in the Ganga - http://www.snakesintheganga.comVarna Jati Caste - http://www.varnajaticaste.comThe Battle For IIT's - http://www.battleforiits.comPower of future Machines - http://www.poweroffuturemachines.com10 heads of Ravana - http://www.tenheadsofravana.comTo support Infinity Foundation’s projects including the continuation of such episodes and the research we do:इनफिनिटी फ़ौंडेशन की परियोजनाओं को अनुदान देने के लिए व इस प्रकार के एपिसोड और हमारे द्वारा किये जाने वाले शोध को जारी रखने के लिए: http://infinityfoundation.com/donate-2/