In this episode, Umesh Upadhyay, author of Western Media Narratives on India from Gandhi to Modi, shares insights into his book and his perspectives on media bias. Umesh Upadhyay, a veteran journalist with 40 years in print, radio, TV, and digital media, has worked with major networks like PTI, All India Radio, DD, Network 18, and Z News. As a former President and Media Director at Reliance Industries, he has received the Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Award and holds degrees from JNU, DU, and FTII.
His book, inspired by the skewed portrayal of India during the COVID-19 pandemic, examines historical biases in Western media. He criticizes both Western media for perpetuating biased narratives and Indian media for failing to challenge these narratives effectively. Tune in if you’re curious about media biases and want to explore deeper historical insights.
00:00 – Introduction
01:47 – The Formative Years of College
04:58 – Convincing parents
08:13 – Inspiration and Isolation: Crafting a Book During COVID
11:10 – Delving Deep: Uncovering Hidden History
12:51 – Exposing Hidden Bias of Western Media
15:20 – Politics Behind the Bias
19:01 – How Readers Can Challenge Western Narratives
21:38 – JNU: Then and Now
23:04 – Western Racism Regarding Indian Success
27:46 – Ram Mandir Controversy and Media’s Role in Division
29:57 – Indian Media’s Role in Shaping India’s Image
33:29 – Looking Ahead: Future Endeavors
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