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After the Verdict: How Might the Rastriya Swatantra Party Govern | Bishnu Sapkota | PODS by PEI
March 5th, 2026, marked a seismic "reset" of the Nepali political landscape. In this episode of PODS by PEI, our hosts sit down with writer and political analyst Bishnu Sapkota to unpack a landslide victory that has fundamentally altered the nation's trajectory. The traditional establishment parties (Nepali Congress and UML) have been pushed to the sidelines, while the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RS...
Beyond the Ballot Box: Alok Bohara on Nepal’s Gen Z Movement & Why Institutions Matter
While the headlines are focused on who will win the March 5th elections in Nepal, Professor Alok Bohara argues we are missing the real story: the systemic "Emergence" of a new political reality. In this episode of Pods by PEI, we sit down with Dr. Bohara to look past the polling numbers and examine the "Extraction-Control Nexus" that has kept Nepal’s institutions fragile for decades. We discuss wh...
Sagar Prasai on the Reversal of US Foreign Policy in 2026/28
Is the "America First" era permanent, or is a shift coming in 2026? Sagar Prasai breaks down the potential for a massive reversal in U.S. foreign policy and what it means for global stability. 🌐 Full Episode & Research: https://www.pei.center 🐦 Follow the Discussion: https://twitter.com/Tweet2PEI #Shorts #USPolitics #Geopolitics #SagarPrasai #PODSbyPEI #2026
Sagar Prasai on Small States in the New World Disorder
As the U.S. enforces the "Donroe" Doctrine and China pursues global dominance, Sagar Prasai joins us to discuss the "New World Disorder" facing small states like Nepal. Full Episode Summary: In this episode of PODS by PEI, PEI's Saumitra Neupane and Nirjan Rai sit down with Sagar Prasai to break down the shifting geopolitics of 2026. From the American intervention in Venezuela to the "grinding" co...
Sagar Prasai on Small States in the New World Disorder
As the U.S. enforces the Donroe Doctrine and China pursues global dominance, Sagar Prasai joins us to discuss the "New World Disorder" facing small states like Nepal. Full Episode Summary: In this episode of PODS by PEI, PEI's Saumitra Neupane and Nirjan Rai sit down with Sagar Prasai to break down the shifting geopolitics of 2026. From the American intervention in Venezuela to the "grinding" comp...
Prajol Joshi on Unpacking De-Dollarization: Trends, Issues, and Implications
In this episode, Aslesh and Prajol discuss is the dominance of the U.S. dollar and the emerging trend of de-dollarization. Prajwal traces the dollar’s rise to the 1944 Bretton Woods Agreement and its enduring role in global trade, finance, and reserves. They discuss why countries are now seeking alternatives, mainly to reduce vulnerability to U.S. sanctions—and note signs of gradual change such as...
Dr Buddha Basnyat on Poor Man’s Disease: The Persistent Challenge of Tuberculosis in Nepal
In this episode, Ben and Buddha discuss infectious diseases in Nepal, focusing on tuberculosis (TB). They highlight Nepal's epidemiological shift from to non-communicable diseases, while noting that TB continues to disproportionately affect poor and vulnerable populations, framing it as a “poor man’s disease” shaped by poverty. Despite effective, low-cost preventative therapies and lessons from pa...
Aayusha Prasain on Roots and Routes: The Story of Community Tourism in Nepal
In this episode, Shreeya and Aayusha explore how community-led tourism is reshaping Nepal's travel landscape, from its roots in Sirubari village to a growing national network. Aayusha shares how homestays empower women, preserve culture, and create sustainable livelihoods. They discuss the operational model, economic impact, and challenges of scaling, offering insight into how authentic, locally o...
Robert Fisher on Community Forestry in Nepal: What Worked, What Didn't
In this episode, Lasata and Robert discuss Nepal's globally praised community forestry model. Unpacking its evolution from early experiments with user groups to the 1991 political revolution and 1993 legislation, they discuss how local communities learn to govern forests and explore transferability as global interests in the model rise. They also investigate tensions around inclusion, power, and d...
Samjhana Bista on At Risk on the Frontlines: The Untold Story of Nepal’s Environmental Human Righ...
In this episode, Khushi and Samjhana spotlight the often-unseen struggles and strengths of Environmental Human Rights Defenders (EHRDs): community activists at the forefront of resisting environmental harm and advocating for human rights. They unpack the multifaceted challenges EHRDs face, from threats by powerful actors to the weight of social barriers. They explore gaps in national policy, the c...