An award-winning talk show hosted by The Quint's Eshwar, featuring conversations with political leaders, lawmakers, and key voices across fields.

Badi Badi Baatein
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An award-winning talk show hosted by The Quint's Eshwar, featuring conversations with political leaders, lawmakers, and key voices across fields.
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Recent Episodes

May 1, 2026
Wars, Op Sindoor, Rahul Gandhi: Untold Stories of Indian Armed Forces ft Ex Army Chief MM Naravane
In this exclusive and candid interview, General MM Naravane, former Chief of Army Staff of India, opens up about his distinguished career and shares untold stories from his time in the Indian Army. We discuss a range of critical topics, including his book controversy involving Rahul Gandhi, the Pahalgam attack, and Operation Sindhu, providing a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics within the Indian military. General Naravane also addresses common military myths and misconceptions about the armed forces, taking us through the origins of military acronyms like SOS and M.H.O.W, and the historical roots of lezim, tracing it back to Chhatrapati Shivaji's era. He shares fascinating insights into the cultural and historical aspects of the military and the role of customs that shape its operations. The interview delves into the realities of war, contrasting popular war movies with the actual challenges faced on the battlefield. General Naravane talks about the emotional and social cost of war and sheds light on the Pahalgam and Pulwama attacks, discussing how media speculation can harm national security. He reflects on his own experience with the book controversy that followed the leaks of his unpublished book, which stirred political debates, and his stance on the role of the media in military operations. In addition, we discuss the politicization of the armed forces, the complex relationship between India and its neighbors, especially China and Pakistan, and the need for a strategic approach to national security in today's rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape. Key Topics Discussed: General MM Naravane’s leadership in the Indian Army The book controversy with Rahul Gandhi and leaked excerpts Pahalgam attack and the Pahalgam incident Operation Sindhu and its impact on national security Military acronyms: From SOS to M.H.O.W. The true cost of war: Emotional, social, and physical impacts Military myths vs reality: Breaking misconceptions Bollywood war movies vs the truth of military operations India’s strategic approach to China and Pakistan Media speculation and its impact on national security during crises Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

October 31, 2025
'Bhima Koregaon Accused a Test Case for Urban Naxal Theory': Anand Teltumbde Interview | The Quint
Scholar Anand Teltumbde discusses his book, written during imprisonment in the Bhima Koregaon case, and reflects on freedom, conscience, and the soul of democracy in this interview.

August 29, 2025
Modi Interview Ended Political Career: Tell-All Chat With Shahid Siddiqui Who Interviewed Every PM
Veteran journalist Shahid Siddiqui shares his experiences interviewing every Indian Prime Minister, including a pivotal 2012 conversation with Narendra Modi, on Badi Badi Baatein.
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