Why Gender Equality Feels Complicated Today? | EP05 Akhil x Dr. Nisha Agarwal

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest are personal and intended solely for informational and educational purposes. This podcast aims to encourage thoughtful discussions on economics, governance, global institutions, social issues, gender equality and public policy. It does not intend to promote hostility, misinformation, discrimination, or hatred towards any country, government, gender, community, organization, or individual.--------------------Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:27 Her favourite movies.03:43 Life at the World Bank.07:35 Why poor people skip school for gig work?10:40 How World Bank grants actually work?12:32 From World Bank to Oxfam.15:06 How Oxfam helped suppressed women.19:46 The truth behind Assam's tea and coal industry.23:07 Is Indian media honest?24:13 Do NGOs blackmail businessmen?26:42 What inspired her book on gender equality?30:41 Should women get reservation in India?37:06 Women's role in farming.38:05 Is gender equality unfair to men?45:21 Is a mother's love truly selfless?49:22 Why men need to "be strong"?53:00 What gender equality really needs?53:49 Outro--------------------Dr. Nisha Agrawal is a distinguished economist, development expert and policy leader with over three decades of experience in international development, governanceand social justice. She has held senior leadership positions at the World Bank and served as the Founding CEO of Oxfam India, where she played a pivotal role in building one of the country's leading development organisations. Throughout her career, she has worked closely with governments, global institutions and civil society to advance inclusive growth, gender equality, and evidence-based public policy. An accomplished author and public speaker, Dr. Agrawal is widely recognised for simplifying complex economic and social issues, bringing deep insights into development economics, public policy, global institutions, women's empowerment, and India's evolving socio-economic landscape.-------------------------In this episode of Let's Talk With Akhil, Dr. Nisha Agrawal joins Akhil for a conversation on development economics, global institutions, gender equality, public policy and social justice. Drawing from her leadership at the World Bank and as the Founding CEO of Oxfam India, she shares her perspectives on inclusive growth, governance, women's empowerment and the challenges shaping India's social and economic future.----------------------🎙️ Podcast: Let's Talk With AkhilHost: AkhilGuest: Dr. Nisha Agarwal ------------------To Know More,Follow let's talk with Akhil on⤵︎Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letstalk_ak...https://www.instagram.com/letakhiltal...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033gBve...Amazon music: https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/c4eb...Apple music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/letstalkw...Twitter: https://x.com/letstalk_akhilFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...--------------------------If you enjoy deep conversations on geopolitics, business, diplomacy and world affairs, equality make sure to subscribe to LetsTalkWithAkhil and join the discussion.🎙️#LetsTalkWithAkhil #Genderequality #WomenEmpowerment #EqualRights #SocialJustice #InclusiveGrowth-----------------About Let's Talk With Akhil:Where meaningful conversations meet powerful perspectives. We dive deep into the ideas, experiences and stories that shape the way we live, lead, and grow. From business and leadership to culture, personal development and everything in between, each episode brings candid discussions, fresh insights and thought-provoking takeaways. Tune in, join the conversation, and discover perspectives that stay with you long after the episode ends.