The Congress Pulse: Strategy, Sentiment & the Gen Z Gap (feat. Dr. Shibulal)

Is the Indian National Congress a fading legacy or a sleeping giant in Kerala?In this episode of Spilling the Beanz, host Deepu Karunakaran is joined by Dr. Shibulal, Professor and Head of Marian Business School, for a deep dive into the "quantitative" reality of Kerala politics.Dr. Shibulal moves beyond the slogans to analyze the core sentiment of the Kerala voter. We discuss:The 60% Factor: Why a majority of Keralites—even those outside the party—believe a strong Congress is essential for democracy.The Leadership Dilution: Examining the gap between dedicated ground-level workers and middle-to-top level leadership.Trivandrum Rapid Fire: A constituency-by-constituency breakdown of the political landscape in the capital district.The Gen Z Crisis: Why political education among the new generation has dipped below 10% and what that means for the future of the state.Whether you're a political enthusiast or just curious about the future of Kerala’s governance, this episode offers a rare, academic, and strategic perspective on the state's oldest political movement.Follow Spilling the Beanz for more insights into the people and policies shaping our world.