Sushant Pradhan Podcast

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What is the story behind the iconic photograph from Nepal’s 1990 movement? Photojournalist Min Ratna Bajracharya revisits that image and shares his memories of working as a journalist during the protests. The conversation begins with the 1990 Jana Andolan, known in Nepal as २०४६ सालको जनआन्दोलन, before returning to the start of his photography journey. He discusses how he entered photography, his professional life, and the experiences that followed as he continued working behind the camera. Along the way, Min Ratna recalls meeting King Birendra and shares memories involving Toni Hagen and Narayan Gopal. From earning Hagen’s trust to the story behind a famous photograph of Narayan Gopal, these accounts bring the people associated with the pictures into the conversation. The discussion also touches on Dashrath Rangasala, Samyak Dan, and his recollections connected to the earthquake. Later, he reflects on Nepal’s many revolutions and discusses the Nepal royal massacre, adding further chapters to a conversation spanning photography, public figures, and political change. For viewers interested in Nepal’s history, Nepali photojournalism, or the stories behind familiar photographs, this episode brings those interests together through Min Ratna’s experiences. Watch the full conversation to hear how his photography journey connects with the historical moments discussed—and the personal memories that sit beyond the frame.

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Deepak Acharya is a wine enthusiast and the Managing Director and Founder of Drinkers Nepal. In this podcast, he breaks down the world of wine from a Nepalese perspective, discussing the Nepal wine industry, changing drinking culture, wine appreciation, and how consumers can better understand what they are drinking. The conversation explores everything from the history of wine and wine culture in Nepal to the complete wine making process. Deepak explains red wine, white wine, French wine, wine origins, wine bottle labels, and how different types of wine are produced and consumed. He also discusses whether expensive wine is really better, what determines wine quality, and how beginners can choose a good wine without simply looking at the price. Deepak also explains how to read a wine bottle and understand wine labels, how to store wine at home, when wine can expire, and the differences between consuming red wine and white wine. He shares wine recommendations and insights into how Drinkers Nepal was established and developed as a platform around drinking culture and education. This episode is a detailed introduction to wine for beginners as well as anyone interested in wine in Nepal, the Nepal wine industry, wine history, wine storage, wine recommendations, wine making, red wine vs white wine, and the evolving wine culture in Nepal.

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Can you really boost your immunity? Are autoimmune diseases increasing in Nepal? And how much do we actually understand about the human immune system? In this episode of the Sushant Pradhan Podcast, Prof. Dr. Dharmagat Bhattarai, Nepal's first and only subspecialist in Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology, explains the science behind immunity, autoimmune diseases, immune disorders, allergies, and rheumatological conditions. Dr. Dharmagat Bhattarai discusses why autoimmune diseases may be increasing, how immune diseases are treated in Nepal, and why Nepal still has significant awareness gaps around immune system diseases. He explains what the immune system actually is, whether age affects immunity, how people should approach a check-up for immunity disorders, and why the idea that you can simply "boost" your immune system is misleading. The conversation also explores how to make the immune system function properly, the limitations of the human body, genes and disease, gene editing, bone marrow transplantation and the rare ARPC1B disorder. Why does ARPC1B appear to affect some Nepalese patients? What can genetic research tell us about disease? And how could gene editing shape the future of human health? This episode covers the immune system, autoimmune diseases in Nepal, immune disorders, immunology in Nepal, rheumatology, allergies, ARPC1B, gene editing, bone marrow transplant, and the future of human genes.

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Saigrace Pokharel, storyteller and filmmaker, joins the podcast to share his first-hand experience from the Rasuwa flood-affected areas and the reality he witnessed while helping flood victims. He talks about the difficult journey to Rasuwa, damaged road conditions, trauma among survivors, challenges faced by relief workers, and why the needs of flood victims change as the situation develops. The conversation explores the ground reality of the Rasuwa flood, disaster relief in Nepal, over-donation and poor relief coordination, natural disaster preparedness, flood recovery, and the need for stronger disaster management policies. Saigrace also discusses why Nepal must be better prepared for future natural disasters and why failure of the new government could affect an entire generation. Beyond the disaster response, Saigrace Pokharel reflects on receiving the 40 Under 40 Youth Recognition Award, his journey as a storyteller and filmmaker, the meaning of storytelling, and the lessons he learned from visiting Rasuwa. This episode combines stories of resilience, humanitarian support, Nepal flood relief, government responsibility, youth leadership, and the power of storytelling during difficult times. From emotional accounts of people still processing the disaster to practical questions about aid, preparedness, warning systems, and recovery, the discussion offers a closer look at what communities actually need after a flood and what Nepal can learn before the next emergency.

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In this episode, Saurav Rimal shares the ground reality from flood-affected areas, discussing the difficult conditions faced by victims, the state of roads, rescue challenges, and the urgent need for relief. He provides an on-the-ground perspective on what is actually happening in areas affected by the flood and how communities are coping with the aftermath. The conversation explores the flood crisis, flood relief, rescue operations, and the management challenges faced by relief teams. Saurav discusses whether people were aware of the flood beforehand, the difficulties of reaching affected areas, and whether current rescue and relief efforts are sufficient. He also talks about the involvement of foreign countries in rescue operations, the reality of seeking international assistance, and what more is required to support communities affected by the flood. The discussion also highlights how ordinary people are contributing to *flood relief*, how their support is reaching affected communities, and what relief teams are planning next. Saurav explains what flood victims are thinking about right now and what their most immediate requirements are. This episode offers an honest look at the ground reality of the flood, the challenges of flood rescue and relief, disaster management, humanitarian assistance, road conditions, and the ongoing needs of flood-affected communities. If you want to understand what is happening beyond the headlines and what is actually required on the ground, this conversation provides an important firsthand perspective.

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