Harka Podcast
Hosted by Harka Lopchan
A platform for Nepali expatriates, primarily in the UAE, to share raw, often traumatic, personal life stories in long-form interviews.
This podcast is a digital stage for ordinary Nepali people, many living in the Gulf, to narrate their life stories. Episodes are frequently centered on deep personal trauma—abusive relationships, family betrayal, and extreme hardship—and presented as raw, emotional testimonials rather than structured interviews. A unique and controversial feature is its practice of hosting rebuttal episodes, allowing individuals who were the subject of a previous guest's story to come on and tell their side.
“Its unflinching focus on painful, often taboo subjects within the Nepali community is its key differentiator. Unlike typical interview shows, it often functions as a platform for cathartic monologue, and its unique practice of hosting "rebuttal" episodes gives it a raw, reality-show-like quality.”
Who hosts this show
Hosted by Harka Lopchan and co-hosted by Anup Tamang, Harka Podcast features deeply personal conversations with Nepali individuals from Dubai, the UAE, and around the world. The show serves as a platform for guests to share their real stories of struggle, migration, success, family, and personal growth. Episodes often delve into difficult topics like domestic abuse, marital conflict, and the challenges faced by the Nepali diaspora, releasing twice weekly.
Credentials & credits
- Frontend Developer with 15+ years of experience
- Senior Frontend Developer at a Dubai Branding Agency (2014-2025)
- Co-Founder & Frontend Developer at Codeilo Solutions, Nepal (2013-2014)
- Senior Frontend Developer at Websearch Professionals, Nepal (2007-2012)
Other ventures
- Frontend Development (Professional Career)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United Arab Emirates
- Region
- mena
When new episodes drop
- 01
- 02नाम भन्देको भरमा पक्राँउ पर्छ #nepalipodcast #harkapodcast #loveJun 26, 2026 · 34s
- 03दुई-दुई चोटी सम्म मैले धोका दिएको ? #nepalipodcast #harkapodcast #loveJun 26, 2026 · 36s
- 04
- 05
- 06
Notable episodes
- 01Harka Podcast #196 with Bishal Nepali
A prime example of the podcast's unique rebuttal format, where the ex-husband of a previous guest is given a full episode to respond to accusations and tell his side of the story.
- 02Harka Podcast #197 with Rajani Adhikari
This episode is a quintessential example of the show's core themes, covering child marriage, caste discrimination, domestic abuse, and profound family regret in a raw, emotional narrative.
- 03Harka Podcast #195 with Sano Shrestha
A powerful and emotional account of overcoming a traumatic childhood marked by abuse and bullying, showcasing the theme of resilience and finding happiness later in life.
What you'll be asked on this show
Episodes often open with a dramatic montage of emotional clips from the conversation, set to music. Host Harka Lopchan acts as a gentle facilitator, using simple, open-ended questions to encourage guests to tell their story in a long, uninterrupted narrative. The show's tagline is "IT'S NOT AN INTERVIEW".
Questions Harka Lopchan keeps coming back to
- “How are you?”
- “How long have you been in Dubai?”
- “Could you give a short introduction of yourself?”
- “What was your childhood like?”
- “Why do you not want to return to your childhood?”
- “What do you think was your mistake in the relationship?”
- “How do you plan to spend your future life?”
- “Is there anything else you wish you could have said?”
Signature segments
- · "IT'S NOT AN INTERVIEW" tagline
- · Emotional cold open montages
- · Rebuttal episodes for counter-narratives
- · Branded intro/outro sequence
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show books ordinary Nepali men and women, often based in the UAE, who have experienced extraordinary hardship, trauma, or dramatic life events. Guests are typically not public figures but everyday people willing to share deeply personal and often painful stories.
- Rajani Adhikarion #197
- Bishal Nepalion #196
- Sano Shresthaon #195
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is sponsored by a consistent slate of Dubai-based businesses that cater to the local Nepali community, including restaurants, jewelers, and general trading companies. This suggests a targeted and loyal local listener base.
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts of Harka Podcast?
- The main host is Harka Lopchan, with Anup Tamang credited as co-host and Managing Director.
- What is the podcast's format?
- It features long-form, emotional conversations where guests share their personal life stories. The show's tagline is "IT'S NOT AN INTERVIEW," reflecting its focus on narrative monologue over a traditional Q&A.
- What kind of stories are featured?
- The podcast focuses on the real, often difficult, stories of Nepali people, covering themes like migration, struggle, domestic abuse, family conflict, and success.
- How often are new episodes released?
- New episodes are released twice a week, on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 5:15 PM Dubai Time.
- Where is the podcast based?
- The podcast is produced in Dubai, UAE, and many of the guests are from the local Nepali diaspora.
- What is Harka Lopchan's professional background?
- Outside of podcasting, Harka Lopchan is a professional Frontend Developer with over 15 years of experience in the web development industry in both Nepal and Dubai.
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