Bombay Bar Association

The Bombay High Court has an illustrious history of over 160 years, and has produced some of India’s preeminent jurists. Their contributions to India’s legal landscape have long been documented by others, but rarely does one get an opportunity to peek into their lives and appreciate their insights in their own words.The Bombay Bar Association brings you a show that celebrates this rich history. You’ll hear the stories that have shaped the lives of some of India’s most distinguished legal minds while understanding their approach to law and justice.

Bombay Bar Association is a society podcast hosted by BBA, with 21 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

BBA hosts Bombay Bar Association, a society show with 21 episodes published.

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  Episode #11

  Bombay Bar Association Presidents Roundtable

  Aug 6, 202650 minS2

  In this episode of the Bombay Bar Association podcast, our current president  Nitin Thakker sits down with two former presidents of the association, Mr. Rafique Dada and Mr. Rohit Kapadia. The discussion covers their childhoods growing up around the legal profession, their initial entries into practice, and fond memories of working alongside notable seniors and judges. They also recount the Bombay Bar Association's international delegations to the UK and California, which helped pave the way for early mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) initiatives in India. Concluding with valuable insights on the importance of hard work, intellect, and integrity, the guests share an inspiring message for the younger generation of lawyers and future leadership to uphold the independent legacy of the bar. CREDITS: Guest: Mr. Rafique Dada and Mr. Rohit Kapadia Host: Nitin Thakker Audio Podcast Narrator: Aditya Bapat Editorial Guidance: Nitin Thakker Special Thanks: Naushad Engineer & Firoz Bharucha Concept & Creative Producer: Aditya Bapat This is a Maed in India production. Head of Production: Shaun Fanthome Creative Head: Mae Mariyam Thomas Sound Designer & Mixing Engineer: Kartik Kulkarni Sound Editors : Nihar Temkar Director and Editor: Jishnu Guha Animation: Pratik Belote & Kurush Dubash Camera Assistant: Ujjwal Lo Project Coordinator: Natasha Vakil Assistant Producer: Aditi Sutar Studio: Island City Studios

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  Maharashtra’s Advocate General Dr Milind Sathe and Amit Desai talk Law and Politics

  Jul 23, 202652 min

  Maharashtra’s current Advocate General Dr. Milind Sathe joins legendary criminal lawyer Amit Desai to share his life story, from a remote village school to the state's top legal post. Drawing on the mentorship of his senior D.R. Dhanuka, he unpacks his philosophy of providing the right legal advice independent of political coalitions. Dr. Sathe offers insider perspectives on the landmark 1980s Hindutva election trials, the weaponisation of modern PILs, and his defence of the Coastal Road project. Reflecting on impactful pro bono victories and the Bombay Bar Association's rich history, he highlights why lawyers must remain independent guardians of the rule of law. CREDITS: Guest: Dr. Milind Sathe Host: Amit Desai Audio Podcast Narrator: Aditya Bapat Editorial Guidance: Nitin Thakker Special Thanks: Naushad Engineer & Firoz Bharucha Concept & Creative Producer: Aditya Bapat This is a Maed in India production. Head of Production: Shaun Fanthome Creative Head: Mae Mariyam Thomas Sound Designer & Mixing Engineer: Kartik Kulkarni Sound Editors : Nihar Temkar Director and Editor: Jishnu Guha Animation: Pratik Belote & Kurush Dubash Camera Assistant: Ujjwal Lo Project Coordinator: Natasha Vakil Assistant Producer: Aditi Sutar Studio: Island City Studios

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  Episode #9

  Justice B.R. Gavai Unfiltered with Arif Bookwala

  Jul 9, 202647 minS2

  Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai joins Arif Bookwala to share his remarkable journey from a municipal primary school to Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India. Drawing on the socio-economic philosophy of his father, R.S. Gavai, and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Justice Gavai speaks of tackling the nation's biggest legal controversies. He offers insider perspectives on the collegium system, his stance on the creamy layer in reservations, and his landmark judgment halting the executive overreach of bulldozer justice. He reflects on high-profile political bails and highlights why courts must remain independent guardians of the rule of law. CREDITS: Guest: Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai Host: Advocate Arif Bookwala Audio Podcast Narrator: Aditya Bapat Editorial Guidance: Nitin Thakker Special Thanks: Naushad Engineer & Firoz Bharucha Concept & Creative Producer: Aditya Bapat This is a Maed in India production. Head of Production: Shaun Fanthome Creative Head: Mae Mariyam Thomas Sound Designer & Mixing Engineer: Kartik Kulkarni Sound Editors : Nihar Temkar Director and Editor: Jishnu Guha Animation: Pratik Belote & Kurush Dubash Camera Assistant: Ujjwal Lo Project Coordinator: Natasha Vakil Assistant Producer: Aditi Sutar Studio: Island City Studios

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  Episode #8

  Justice D.Y. Chandrachud | The cause of justice must rank higher than individual interests

  Nov 27, 202551 minS2

  <p>In this episode, the 50th Chief Justice of India, Justice D.Y.  Chandrachud is in conversation with Senior Advocate and former President of the Bombay Bar Association, Mr. Rafique Dada. He reflects on the defining moments of his journey, from learning his craft at the feet of legal titans to delivering judgments that have redefined fundamental rights in modern India.</p> <p><br><br></p> <p>CREDITS:</p> <p>Guest: Justice D.Y.  Chandrachud</p> <p>Host: Mr. Rafique Dada.</p> <p> </p> <p>Audio Podcast Narrator: Chetan Kapadia</p> <p> </p> <p>Editorial Guidance: Nitin Thakker</p> <p>Spec...

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  Episode #7

  The Living History of the Bombay Bar | Avinash Rana & Janak Dwarkadas

  Nov 21, 202541 minS2

  <p>In this special episode, we are joined by two stalwarts of the Bombay Bar, Mr. Avinash Rana and Mr. Janak Dwarkadas. Through the extraordinary recollections of Mr. Rana, we turn the pages of our nation’s political and legal history. After more than seven decades at the Bar and at the remarkable age of 98, Mr. Rana continues to come to court with undiminished vigour and conviction. Beyond the courtroom, he is celebrated for revealing the human dimension of the law: its personalities, its untold anecdotes, and the legacies that too often lie dormant in dusty archives.</p> <p><br><br...

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