Well-being in a tech-first world
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On the Contrary by IDR is a show about listening to people not like us. In every episode, the host chats with guests as they share their diverse experiences, perspectives, and expertise on a...
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20 of 43 episodesLessons on well-being in activism: Kumi Naidoo and Louisa Zondo
Activism can often feel like a race against time; the gravity of injustice too urgent to look away from. But what does this constant sense o...
Rooting philanthropy in well-being
When we talk about philanthropy, we usually focus on the tangible: what's being funded, where the money goes, and what results it delivers....
Centering well-being in conflict: Notes from Colombia and Rwanda
What does well-being mean when systems are built on conflict and violence, and who gets to define what healing looks like? This week's episo...
Not always breaking news: Well-being in journalism
How does the media function in times of crisis? How do audiences respond to multiple stories of crisis one after another? Is it possible for...
Women in the workforce part II: What the data doesn't tell us
In this episode, journalist Namita Bhandare, researcher Sharon Buteau, and author and economist Shrayana Bhattacharya, delve into the data o...
Women in the workforce part I: Where women work
In this episode, Gayathri Vasudevan (Chief Impact Officer, Sambhav Foundation and Chairperson, LabourNet Services India), and feminist and q...
Do climate protests work?
In this special episode, we speak with climate activist Disha Ravi, environmental lawyer Mridula Vijairaghavan, and nonprofit leader Stalin...
Water security: Community vs Corporate action
Water conservation is the need of the hour, and it requires both community-led initiatives and increased corporate engagement. In this episo...
What will the future of farming in India look like?
In this special episode, we travel across India's farming landscape with three experts—Narendranath Damodaran (Pradan), Naseem Shaikh (SSP),...
What if women in India stopped farming?
Women play a vital role in India's agrarian economy, but are often excluded in policy considerations. In this episode, our two guests Ireena...
Agriculture in India: The past, present, and future
"Two leaders belonging to different generations, PANI's Bharat Bhushan and Deo Datt Singh, unpack the evolution of farming in the country ov...
How do we fix India’s groundwater problem?
Groundwater is key to achieving water security for the nation. However, very little is understood of its importance and the need to manage i...
Is India going to run out of water?
India’s water challenges are complex, but there are innovative solutions that are being championed by a range of diverse stakeholders—govern...
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On the Contrary by IDR is back with a new season and this time, we’re diving deep into India’s water crisis. Hear from policymakers, practit...
How is the climate affecting women?
In this episode, Archana Soreng, a young climate activist belonging to the Kharia tribe in Odisha, speaks with Bijal Brahmbhatt, director at...
How is the climate crisis affecting our jobs?
As the climate emergency worsens, can we continue to work the way we do? And if the nature of jobs needs to change, how can we ensure that t...
Is tech killing the planet?
Technology is emerging as a crucial lever for climate action. However, there is also an urgent need to discuss its consequences. Is adopting...
Food vs Water
Much needs to change in India when it comes to agriculture, especially given the climate crisis and its impact on our food systems. On this...
CSR, philanthropy, and climate funding
With the increasing focus on climate action in India, all eyes are on the funding landscape to back it up. But where do corporate, individua...
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