Oct 31, 202623 minS1
The United States has eased some of the pressure on India over its purchases of Russian oil. But does that mean India is free to continue buying Russian crude? And why has Washington suddenly changed its approach? In...
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The Buffer Zone
Hosted by ShahbazWaraich and ShivamDutt · news · HI
About this Podcast:
"Between knowing nothing and knowing everything — there's a zone. That's exactly where we sit. Welcome to The Buffer Zone, where you stop nodding along and start actually knowing".."
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What is The Buffer Zone about?
"Between knowing nothing and knowing everything, there's a zone. That's exactly where we sit. Welcome to The Buffer Zone, where you stop nodding along and start actually knowing".."
Who hosts The Buffer Zone?
The Buffer Zone is hosted by ShahbazWaraich and ShivamDutt. The show has published 13 episodes to date.
What has The Buffer Zone covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Can India Keep Buying Russian Oil? Trump's Pause Explained | The Buffer Zone #12" (31 October 2026, 23 minutes), "BRICS Summit 2026: What Actually Changed? | The Buffer Zone #11" (28 September 2026, 17 minutes), and "What Does It Mean to Represent India? | Brigadier Harcharan Singh | Beyond the Buffer Zone #1" (23 August 2026, 30 minutes).
How often does The Buffer Zone publish?
The Buffer Zone publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 19 minutes across 13 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Buffer Zone?
Booking probability for The Buffer Zone is 29%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Buffer Zone requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Buffer Zone's contact route on record: verified email.
About the host
ShahbazWaraich and ShivamDutt hosts The Buffer Zone, a news podcast with 13 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Sep 28, 202617 min
BRICS Summit 2026: Bigger, But Is It Actually More Powerful? India hosted the BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12–13, 2026 . Two weeks later, we take a step back from the headlines and ask a bigger question: Has...
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What Does It Mean to Represent India? | Brigadier Harcharan Singh | Beyond the Buffer Zone #1
Aug 23, 202630 minS1Introducing Beyond the Buffer Zone , a new interview series from The Buffer Zone. While our regular episodes explore geopolitics, international relations, foreign policy, and the forces shaping the world, Beyond the...
- Jul 21, 202613 minS1
Every smartphone, laptop, AI model, fighter jet, electric car, and missile relies on one tiny piece of technology: the semiconductor chip. In this episode of The Buffer Zone , we explore why these tiny chips have become...
- Jun 29, 202619 minS1
How does India maintain strong ties with the United States, continue buying oil and weapons from Russia, compete with China, work with Europe, strengthen relations with the Middle East, and still call itself...
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- Jun 11, 202610 minS1
The FIFA World Cup is finally here. Over the next month, billions of people will tune in to watch the biggest sporting event on Earth. But is the World Cup really just about football? In this episode of The Buffer Zone...
- Jun 3, 202611 minS1
China is expanding its influence at sea. India is paying closer attention. The Quad is becoming more active. And the Indo-Pacific is rapidly turning into one of the most important regions in the world. But what does any...
- May 12, 20266 minS1
In this episode, we break down PM Modi’s recent warning urging Indians to remain cautious about international travel, gold buying, fuel consumption, and economic behaviour amid rising global tensions. But what exactly...
- May 4, 202621 minS1
Who was really leading the game—and who was reacting? As tensions and narratives evolve between India and Pakistan, the Islamabad Talks revealed more than just diplomacy. Beneath the surface, it’s a quiet cat-and-mouse...
- Apr 20, 202628 minS1
Is Canada really neutral… or just playing it smart? In this episode of The Buffer Zone, we break down Canada’s foreign policy through the lens of the ongoing Iran conflict. While Canada has stayed out of direct military...
- Apr 8, 202615 minS1
Who is India backing — and why? As tensions rise between Iran, Israel, and the United States, India finds itself in a complex geopolitical position. Is it neutrality, strategy, or silent alignment? In this episode of...
- Mar 31, 202631 minS1
What’s really happening inside Iran during war—and how much of it are we actually seeing? In this episode of The Buffer Zone, we speak to Nima, an Iranian living in Australia whose family is still inside the country as...
- Mar 25, 202629 minS1
“No shared border. No direct war for decades. So why are Iran and Israel enemies—and why is the USA always involved?”
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