Corruption is Deep-rooted
Corruption in India is embedded in the social fabric, incentives, and moral psychology. Jayant Bhandari’s latest essay on why it persists so deeply.
Articles by Jayant Bhandari
Nepal’s Economic Crisis
Why Nepal is doomed to vacillate between regimes and degrade into chaos. Discussion on BRICS, India’s isolation, and Trump’s anger. With Andy Millette.
Capitalism & Morality 2025
2025 playlist of Capitalism & Morality — exploring the deep links between culture, morality, and economic outcomes with Jayant Bhandari.
Innovation in the Global Economy
Discussion on why India is a train wreck, the sham of emerging markets, why China is favored, and practical relocation and investment advice. With Ali Mirza.
Modi Seeks China’s Help
Modi’s forthcoming visits to China and the USA, why India wants to join every global organization (even those it is not invited to), and how bribes work in India. With Dr. David Oualaalou.
Idols without Conscience
India worships idols — political, business, and celebrity — who show a complete absence of conscience. Jayant Bhandari’s latest essay on the deeper cultural patterns behind it.
India’s Colossal Failure
Discussion on the recent India-Pakistan war, India’s massive corruption and dysfunction, and what this reveals about the country’s future. With Dr. David Oualaalou.
South Asian History
A rough and dirty history of India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh—with FountainheadFm. In this conversation, we discuss British colonization, the chaos of independence, and the deeper historical patterns that continue to shape the region today. Watch…
Superstition in the Age of Silicon
Even as Indians emigrate and chase high-tech dreams, superstition and feudal rituals remain deeply entrenched. Jayant Bhandari’s latest essay on LewRockwell.com.
Unmasking South Asia
What really drives India-Pakistan conflict? Kashmir is not the core issue. Discussion on why it drains India, why Pakistan is obsessed with it, and India’s closed borders. With Shannon Braswell.