The Boys Club of Indian Media | Journalism’s Biggest Lie EXPOSED | ft Faye D’Souza & Palki Sharma

ALL ABOUT HER with SOHA ALI KHAN | EPISODE 6 | SEXISM, POWER & THE TRUTH ABOUT JOURNALISM | FAYE D’SOUZA & PALKI SHARMA

What does it mean to be a woman in Indian journalism — where newsrooms are often run like boys’ clubs, corruption and politics shape narratives, and speaking your mind can come at a cost? 🎙️

In this episode, I sit down with two of India’s most fearless journalists Faye D’Souza & Palki Sharma. Together, we unpack the realities of the news industry: from the definition of “news” itself, to sexism and politics in the workplace, to the tug-of-war between integrity, money, and power.

From personal stories of being undermined in boardrooms, to taking bold editorial calls, to raising children while running independent media — this conversation is equal parts raw, inspiring, and deeply thought-provoking.

We talk about sexism in media, authenticity in the digital age, India’s press freedom challenges, AI and algorithms shaping news, and the next generation’s relationship with journalism. Faye and Palki’s journeys prove why strong voices matter — and why telling the truth is harder, and more necessary, than ever.

If you’ve ever questioned the media, struggled to trust the news, or wanted to understand what it really takes to be a woman journalist in India today — this is an episode you cannot miss.

Disclaimer: All About Her is for general informational and entertainment purposes only. The discussions, views, and opinions shared by the host and guests are their own and should not be taken as professional advice on health, medical, legal, financial, or other matters. Please consult a qualified professional for guidance specific to your situation. Listener discretion is advised, as the show may cover sensitive topics.


📍Location credit: Whoppl Studios
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Content Chapters

0:00– Coming Up
1:52– Intro
3:15– Meet Faye D'Souza
3:47– Meet Palki Sharma
4:10– What is News?
6:37– Role of a Journalist
8:28– Palki on Opinions
9:41– Faye on Opinions
10:48– Why Palki Chose Journalism
12:43– Why Faye Chose Journalism
15:04– Early Career Days
18:27– Women in Journalism
20:29– What is Karobaar?
22:41– Sexism is Real
27:30– Men Dictate Female Journalists' Image?
33:08– Be Authentic Online
34:08– Faye on Workplace Harassment
35:50– High Attrition in Media
38:07– Why Palki Rejoined Network18
39:13– Faye’s Independent Media Journey
44:50– Bite-Size News & Making Money
48:02– Push & Pull in Newsrooms
50:53– Palki on Geopolitics
52:26- Are Newsrooms Biased?
54:47– Journalistic Integrity
57:50– India’s Press Freedom Rank
1:05:48– Algorithms Shape Our News
1:08:48– India Needs Its Own AI
1:09:46– Palki on Social Media
1:12:48– Running Independent Media
1:13:47– Spotting Fake News
1:15:36– Why AI Matters
1:19:54– 3 Must-Have Journalism Skills
1:21:54– Work-Life Balance
1:27:12– Motherhood & Career
1:35:24– The Monkey Effect
1:36:45– Gen Z & Journalism
1:43:07– Ninna’s Q: Patriarchy Exists
1:48:19– Steps to Become a Journalist
1:51:35– What Needs to Change for Women
1:54:16– Closing Thoughts

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🎬 Produced By: Soha Ali Khan
💼 Executive Producer: Aman Sharma
🏢 Production House: Any Content Experts Pvt Ltd
✍️ Creative Producer & Writer: Bhumika Jethwa
🎥 Director & DOP: Anish Ajmera
🎞 Post-Producer & Editor: Yash Patel

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