In this episode, Dr. Madhav Gadgil discusses the report on Western Ghats, the political backlash it faced and its increasing acceptance. 

The interview highlights how ignoring ecological warnings led to disasters like the 2018 floods, the rural-urban disconnect, and ongoing environmental damage.

Join Dr. Kailash Kaushik on Cli-Myth Busters as he unpacks the truth behind electric vehicles. Are they truly green or just greenwashed? From busting myths to questioning car culture itself, this episodechallenges the hype and explores smarter, sustainable ways to move forward. Plug in for the real story!

Over 100 acres of forest were cleared inside the University of Hyderabad for commercial development, sparking protests from students and researchers. Students stood up, not just for nature, but for the soul of their campus. In this episode, we uncover a movement that asks: what kind of future are we shaping if we destroy what makes it worth living?

This episode dives into climate emergency and our action for mitigation and adaptation or the lack of it. Featuring Dr. Padmakumar MM, it’s a conversation about how stories are told and the impact they could have and why the way we talk about the environment matters more than ever.

In this episode, journalist Dr. Amoolya Rajappa discusses her Bengaluru-based report on how extreme indoor heat affects daily life. In conversation with Prachi Pinglay, she unpacks climate impacts, housing inequities, and health challenges. The story featured in Migration Story and The Guardian.

In Part 2 of the episode, Dr. Madhav Gadgil reflects on the remarkable individuals he encountered during his decades of ecological and scientific work, grassroots activists, forest dwellers, and community leaders whose wisdom, courage, and sacrifices profoundly shaped his thinking. He speaks movingly of people who inspired him with their deep connection to nature and those whose silent struggles left an indelible mark on his

Environmental researcher Pankaj Sekhsaria joins Prachi Pinglay to unpack the massive Great Nicobar Project, exploring its ecological, social, and political impacts, while reflecting on sustained research in today’s fast paced world.

Engaging stories by the student reporters from both the campus and SG Palya, that affect and shape daily life and experiences.

Cli-MYTH Busters unpacks climate myths, challenging feel good individual fixes and exposing systemic roadblocks. Discover why real climate action demands collective justice, civic pressure, and accountability beyond bamboo straws and LED bulbs.

This show captures the latest pulse of the city with a story on bike taxi ban, spotlights campus life and also has precious creative moments. Tune in for a special ride, made possible by student journalists.

Media scholar Dr. Padmakumar MM and student journalist Shinjini Chaturvedi analyse an inspiring story from The Times of India’s about 3,000 millet farmers in Karnataka and explore media’s role in climate change mitigation and sustainable farming

A deep dive into climate justice, caste, and urban inequality with Dr. Malini Ranganathan exploring how power, policy, and place shape our cities and futures. This episode is hosted by Dr Kailash Koushik.

On this Independence Day special episode, we explore media freedom in India, gag orders, and journalism's role in democracy with insights from journalist Dhanya Rajendran and Dr Kailash Koushik. 

This episode of Campus Calling focuses exclusively on BBMP’s climate education plan for its schools. Will it work? How is it designed? Will the students learn? Will the teachers cope? 

An inspiring episode with Sri Lankan investigative journalist Dilrukshi Handunnetti on courage, truth, and reporting amidst disinformation, war, and polarisation.

A Teacher’s Day special with stories on Media Meet and an engaging interview with Rebecca Mathai

In this episode of Campus Calling, we have a story on the Centre for Peace Praxis, an interview with journalist Priti Salian on disability inclusion, and a report on Banu Mushtaq and Mysuru Dasara controversy

From Wimbledon to Chinnaswamy, lawns and turfs dominate our sports and cities but what’s the real cost of maintaining the not so humble grass? In this episode of Cli-Myth Busters, Dr. Kailash unpacks the colonial history, water waste, chemical runoff, and plastic pollution tied to grass and artificial turf, while exploring greener, biodiversity friendly alternatives. 

This episode celebrates the life and legacy of Dame Jane Goodall, the visionary primatologist who redefined humanity’s bond with nature. Be it her groundbreaking discoveries in Gombe to her enduring message of compassion and conservation, this tribute honours her journey, her activism, her eternal hope and her call to all of us to step up to save mother nature. 

In this episode, we journey through Bengaluru’s unseen labour through the lives of migrant women from Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Nepal and Bihar. Through their voices, we confront loneliness, inequality and resilience in a city that rests on the relentless labour and unfulfilled dreams of these women.

In this Campus Calling episode, we sit down with Prashitha Shetty, a Christite and national basketball player, classical dancer, and psychology student to uncover the discipline, struggles, and resilience behind her journey. From navigating sports politics to representing India on the global stage, Prashitha shares how she balances ambition, academics, and identity with unwavering grit.

In this special National Press Day episode of What’s Behind the Story, journalist Prachi Pinglay speaks with Kathy McLeish, veteran reporter and senior producer at ABC Australia about a challenging investigation that sparked a state inquiry and reshaped Queensland’s mental health services.

In this Campus Calling episode, we look at COP30 that concluded in Brazil last week, protest by women to oppose rampant illegal alcohol sale in Karnataka and also celebrate the victory of our Kho Kho team.

A 4C special episode where social activist Nikhil Dey separates fact from fiction on the DPDP Act, privacy rights, and talks about far-reaching impact of the Act on citizens. 

As the year comes to a close, we reflect on the conversations and stories that impacted us - on campus and beyond. This special episode reminds us of the questions that defined the year and cherishes the memories of our dear outgoing students with a song in our hearts…

This episode honours Dr. Madhav Gadgil, renowned ecologist and environmentalist, who died on January 7th in Pune. The show is a tribute to the scientist who consistently spoke truth to power and reflects on his belief that science must engage with people. Gadgil championed sustainability rooted in local knowledge, arguing that communities are equal partners in shaping environmental futures, not mere recipients of top down development models.

This episode marks a special collaboration between Bengaluru Sustainability Forum (BSF) and 4C Radio….The conversation explores energy and climate change in Bengaluru and looks at factors that will impact this city’s future.

In this episode of CliMYTH Busters by Dr Kailash, we explore the idea of the commons, that is, the shared resources like air, water, land, and culture.

Through real-world examples, the show examines how the loss of commons worsens inequality and climate crises, and why community-led stewardship is essential for a sustainable future.

In this special episode, we dive into Bengaluru’s explosive cultural carnival that celebrates music, dance forms, theatre, folk performances, food, crafts, poetry, storytelling and more across 30+ venues throughout the city: BLR Hubba 2026.

In this special episode, we bring to you a ground report from a forest that has stood strong for more than 100 million years and a special discussion with Dr Rajeevan Nair and Vishwanath S on changing rainfall patterns and its impact on our lives. 

In this special episode, we are in conversation with Sreemoyee Singh, an independent documentary filmmaker to travelled and lived in Iran to make a film that brings out the extraordinary lives of Iranians in seemingly ordinary moments. 

This episode travels to the periphery of Bengaluru city to Devanahalli and brings the stories of struggles, challenges and victories of farmers who protested for over 4 years to safeguard their land. 

This episode travels to the periphery of Bengaluru city to Devanahalli and brings the stories of struggles, challenges and victories of farmers who protested for over 4 years to safeguard their land. This is the Kannada version of the same episode.

This episode features a conversation with Jayaram Venkatesan on the role of RTI, data transparency, and civic activism. Jayaram Venkateshan is a civic activist and co-founder of Arappor Iyakkam, known for using data and the Right to Information Act to expose corruption and strengthen public accountability.

This episode explores women’s voices and poetry about the 1947 Partition, capturing pain, loss, and resilience, as personal narratives reveal the emotional scars and silenced histories of India and Pakistan.