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Podcasts I Keep Returning To
Weekly listening rotation
- All-In Podcast
- Dwarkesh Podcast
- Founders
- Lex Fridman Podcast
- Aperture
- The Joe Rogan Experience (guest dependent)
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Hi.I'm Saroj Bartaula
Ideas in Motion
Hi, I'm Saroj. I live in the Milky Way galaxy. Driven by curiosity, I explore the worlds of technology, storytelling and science. Here, I share what I learn and create in the hope of inspiring others to see the world a little differently.
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Things I Love
A living list of podcasts, books, movies, and series that shape how I think and what I keep coming back to.
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Books That Stayed With Me
Books I keep returning to
- Sapiens - Yuval Noah Harari
- Atomic Habits - James Clear
- The Psychology of Money - Morgan Housel
- Zero to One - Peter Thiel
- The Almanack of Naval Ravikant - Eric Jorgenson
- Deep Work - Cal Newport
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Favorite Movies
Stories I can rewatch
- Inception
- Interstellar
- The Dark Knight Rises
- Pulp Fiction
- The Lord of the Rings
- Harry Potter
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Favorite Series & Sitcoms
Long-form comfort and obsession
- Dark
- Breaking Bad
- Friends
- The Office
- How I Met Your Mother
- The Big Bang Theory
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Feb 26, 2026
From Cricket Dreams to Mr Malta to Building the Future I Thought I Could Change the World
PersonalScience/Tech
From chasing big dreams to confronting reality, this is a raw reflection on potential, discipline, and choosing to build something meaningful.
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A curated stream of recent writing across technology, storytelling, science, and adjacent ideas.
Aug 16, 2026
Belief Is Not the Problem. Certainty Is.
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This essay explores how belief shapes religion, politics, love, family, ambition and the stories we accept about other people. It examines how social media turns repetition into apparent truth, how political hope becomes loyalty, and why education alone does not guarantee clear thinking. I also question my own beliefs, including why I trust one person’s explanation over the accusations against them. Belief is unavoidable, but it should not become absolute certainty. We can examine evidence, hear different sides and reach a reasonable conclusion while still admitting that we may not know the complete truth. The problem is not belief itself. The problem begins when we treat hope as fact, identity as evidence and confidence as knowledge.
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Feb 26, 2026
From Cricket Dreams to Mr Malta to Building the Future I Thought I Could Change the World
PersonalScience/Tech
From chasing big dreams to confronting reality, this is a raw reflection on potential, discipline, and choosing to build something meaningful.
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Jul 18, 2025
Scenario B – AI and Power: Can We Build Digital Governments Without Losing Control?
Science/TechSci-Fi
A critical look at AI-led governance- addressing real-world risks, power dynamics, cultural conflicts, and ethical concerns. Can we build digital governments without building digital tyrannies?
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Jul 15, 2025
Scenario A- Governed by Code: Imagining Digital Governments in the Age of AI
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A bold thought experiment exploring a future where AI systems govern society—handling laws, services, and diplomacy with logic, transparency, and zero ego. Could machines build a fairer world than humans ever could?
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Feb 11, 2025
The Ultimate Truth: The Ultimate Source of Everything
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This blog delves into the ultimate source of everything, exploring our purpose, the origins of existence, and the evolution of consciousness. It fuses insights from physics, cosmology, and human evolution with futuristic concepts like digital consciousness and the simulation hypothesis. Challenging conventional wisdom, the narrative invites readers to view the universe as an interconnected, self-generating system where every element—from atoms to thought—plays a vital role. Ultimately, it inspires a profound journey to understand our place in the cosmos and the true nature of reality.
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Nov 14, 2024
Mallorca Journey-Untill We Meet Again
Personal
This past summer, I left Barcelona and moved to Mallorca, stepping into a journey filled with unexpected friendships, personal growth, and moments that reconnected me with life’s simple joys.
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Oct 15, 2024
Why Rocket Launches Inspire Me and Bring Tears to My Eyes Every Time
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I discuss the emotional impact of rocket launches and the revolutionary developments in space exploration in my blog "Why Rocket Launches Inspire Me and Bring Tears to My Eyes Every Time.". I share my personal perspectives and intense enthusiasm for technology, highlighting significant events such as SpaceX's Super Heavy booster recovery to demonstrate our progress toward sustainable space travel. By highlighting our interconnectedness and the significance of working toward a better tomorrow, this blog encourages readers to imagine a time when space exploration is commonplace.
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Sep 23, 2024
Exploring Human Evolution, Brain Function, and the Complexity of Civilization
Science/Tech
This blog examines the evolution of humanity, exploring how our cognitive abilities shaped civilization and how the complexity of the human brain continues to influence behavior and societal development.
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Sep 9, 2024
Inside My Startup Journey: Two Years of Building, Learning, and Pivoting (Short Version)
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Over the past two years, I navigated the challenging world of startups—building ideas, facing setbacks, and learning from every experience. From pitching at an incubation program to developing a tennis application, my journey has been filled with growth, innovation, and determination to turn vision into reality.
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Jul 26, 2024
When Business Becomes Family: Our Inspirational Startup Journey
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They say that starting a business is like having a child. Well, let me tell you, it’s true. Our startup has become our child, and we have become its parents. When we embarked on this journey, it was filled with excitement and a sense of adventure.
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Jul 1, 2024
When This is All Over
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When this is all over, I will go for a walk and take a long, deep breath. I will tell the whole world about the life I had.
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Jun 17, 2024
Venturing Further: Discovering Life, Love, and the Cosmos
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The future will be amazing. People will explore space and maybe even live forever. The future generation will be epic. They will live in this universe, exploring many planets and galaxies.
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Jun 17, 2024
The Invisible Threads: Stories of Unspoken Attraction
Personal
Life is an adventure—a journey of discovery and growth. While it’s natural to wonder about missed opportunities, it’s essential to find joy in the present moment. Sometimes, the courage to speak up and seize an opportunity can lead to unexpected connections
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