Explore every episode of the podcast Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria

If you’re even remotely interested in mental health, you’d have heard about the benefits of journalling. While it may seem like an obvious thing today to put your feelings down on paper, the positive impacts of the practice wasn’t discovered until the turn of the millennium.

In this episode, we explore the story of how a failed musician led to the discovery of psychological benefits of journalling, and how a couple of friends in search of a novel business idea gave (new) life to the famed Moleskine notebook, which embodies the idea of an elegant journal.

I invite you to think about what could result from each of us broadening our horizons, and diving deep into something that intrigues and excites us.

I started doing that recently, on my Substack. And it's been thoroughly rewarding.

Check out my recent deep-dive: Why are we missing awe in life?

 

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You can reach out to me on Instagram: @‌postcards.pfn 

 

Happy New Year! In the first episode of 2025, we travel back to Florence in the medieval ages, and how the adoption of double-entry system of accounting inadvertantly led to the rise of sketching, and thus, more realistic art. 

How are you documenting your intellectual journeys this year?

Here is how I am doing mine—through longform reflective writing and sketching:

Why are we so tired all the time?

Why we understand time wrong

 

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Did you know that no other animal really laughs? The closest to laughing is the "play sounds" that some apes make when tickled. So then how come humans laugh? And why did we evolve to wield and perceive humour, as a species? 

In this episode, we trace the origins of the funny bone, and discuss why we often don't need impeccable jokes to make us laugh.  

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I now have a YouTube show! Check out To Your Heart's Content where my co-host Deepak Gopalakrishnan and I interview a broad range of people who are in the business of Content—from musicians to marketers and artists: https://www.youtube.com/@TYHC-6PC

In this episode, we explore the connection between language and the perception of colour, and why colours may not be as black and white as we imagine them to be. For instance, the sky wasn’t observed to be blue from the beginning of time. In fact, there was no ‘blue’ just two millennia ago.

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You can reach out to me on Instagram: @‌postcards.pfn

I now have a YouTube show! Check out To Your Heart's Content where my co-host Deepak Gopalakrishnan and I interview a broad range of people who are in the business of Content—from musicians to marketers and artists: https://www.youtube.com/@TYHC-6PC

In this episode, we trace the unexpected origins of video games—in the notorious Japanese crime syndicate, the Yakuza. Tune in to find out how a lost Portuguese ship that stumbled on Japanese shores actually sowed the seeds, which when combined with domestic isolationist policies and the enterprising spirit of Japanese entrepreneurs, led to this innovation.

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You can reach out to me on Instagram: @‌postcards.pfn

I now have a YouTube show! Check out To Your Heart's Content where my co-host Deepak Gopalakrishnan and I interview a broad range of people who are in the business of Content—from musicians to marketers and artists: https://www.youtube.com/@TYHC-6PC

In this episode, we travel to medieval Japan to trace the origins of Kodawari, or the Japanese pursuit of perfection, that is still proudly held by artists, artisans, fashion designers, and chefs in the country.

Does this mean that everything is perfect in Japan? What if the secret lies in having a collective great sense of what could be perfected and what shouldn’t be expected to be perfect?

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You can reach out to me on Instagram: @‌postcards.pfn

I now have a YouTube show! Check out To Your Heart's Content where my co-host Deepak Gopalakrishnan and I interview a broad range of people who are in the business of Content—from musicians to marketers and artists: https://www.youtube.com/@TYHC-6PC

In this episode we talk about the magnificent elusive creatures who can hold their breath for over a hundred minutes, who possess a sound-based navigation system that’s better military systems, and whose evolution has confounded marine biologists and palaeontologists alike: whales! 🐳

Whatever we know about whales today, we’ve learnt with much difficulty, over centuries, with experts of various disciplines putting tiny pieces of puzzles together across space and time.

What could we discover if we look at ourselves with this kind of curiosity, sustained interest, and resolve?

 

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You can reach out to me on Instagram: @‌postcards.pfn

I now have a YouTube show! Check out To Your Heart's Content where my co-host Deepak Gopalakrishnan and I interview a broad range of people who are in the business of Content—from musicians to marketers and artists: https://www.youtube.com/@TYHC-6PC

Today, we explore the disappearing art of Buddhist papermaking in India, which is only practised by less than 10 Tibetan households in a remote village in Arunachal Pradesh.

Invisible to the observer, each plain sheet of paper, painstaking handmade over several days, carries inscriptions preserving the Monpa tribe's history, memories of migration, and their religious and ecological roots.

We ask ourselves what we can do as travellers, to extend the life of dying local traditional artforms.

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I now have a YouTube show! Check out To Your Heart's Content where my co-host Deepak Gopalakrishnan and I interview a broad range of people who are in the business of Content—from musicians to marketers and artists: https://www.youtube.com/@TYHC-6PC

 

Music Credit: Lama Tashi

 

In this episode, we discuss the artistry behind something we across everywhere around us that we don’t pay attention to: fonts. We trace the history of the couple in mid-18th century whose carefully hand-cut “type punchers” gave rise to elegant letters in printing fonts, and the clean and spacial aesthetic used in book production even today.

Just as these simple fonts were created by complex contours that were hand-crafted, and shaped by years of varied experience, the places we travel to have so much history and complexity, waiting to be uncovered by those who are curious and patient-enough to seek them.

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I now have a YouTube show! Check out episodes of To Your Heart's Content where my co-host Deepak Gopalakrishnan and I interview a broad range of people who are in the business of Content—from musicians to marketers and artists: https://www.youtube.com/@TYHC-6PC

In this episode, we go back to a time when Science was considered blasphemy, reading was synonymous to reading the scriptures, and a University meant a religious guild, and trace the history of a reference system so simple, yet monumental: the index.

We discuss how we could all benefit from having an index of our lives—important memories and learnings—in our head.

If you liked this episode, do consider rating the show on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

You can reach out to me on Instagram: @‌postcards.pfn

I now have a YouTube show! Check out episodes of To Your Heart's Content where my co-host Deepak Gopalakrishnan and I interview a broad range of people who are in the business of Content—from musicians to marketers and artists: https://www.youtube.com/@TYHC-6PC 

In this episode, we discuss the fascinating story of Onesimo Pena, Frans Haartman, Jemboa Tran, and Corlis Benefideo—exceptional writers and cartographers; who were actually the same person. And an American student who was obsessed with this man and his work, and ended up discovering this truth, hunting down the elusive author and meeting him.

If you’ve not come across this man’s name in history, that is because he does not exist in the real world. He is part of Barry Lopez’s compelling short story, The Mappist—which made me think.

Corlis Benefideo believes that we’re all lighting candles in the pitch dark of this miraculous world. What are your candles that you will never extinguish for anyone?

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You can reach out to me on Instagram: @‌postcards.pfn 

I now have a YouTube show! Check out the first two episodes of To Your Heart's Content where my co-host Deepak Gopalakrishnan and I interview a broad range of people who are in the business of Content—from musicians to marketers and artists: https://www.youtube.com/@TYHC-6PC 

As climate change leads to harsher weather conditions and calamities across the world, the ways we travel are definitely bound to get affected. Will tiny island nations be safe for travel in a few decades? What about resorts on secluded hilltops?

In today's episode, we discuss how climate stress could impact the world's biggest pilgrimages like the Haj and Kumbh Mela. Would we see a time when the time and the way these are held is governed by what climatic conditions allow, rather than religious decree? 

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My second podcast, Smartphone Nation, won the Hindustan Times Podmasters award for Best Documentary (Non-Fiction) earlier this year. If you want to understand how Indian startups in the Impact space are changing the lives of India’s Next Half Billion, please check it out: https://open.spotify.com/show/3rs9XhIkizxobxHhPfKVN9?si=64962d49821d4d6c 

The more you look at the iconic painting The Great Wave off Kanagawa, the more you find in it. Starting off with the explicit nuances of the art that you missed, and then moving on interpretations and meanings to draw from it.

In today's episode, we look back into the life of Hokusai, the Japanese artist behind the famed painting who changed his name 30 times in his long-spanning career; and what his work and approach to art can teach us about living our lives better—all versions of it.

If you liked this episode, do consider rating the show on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

You can reach out to me on Instagram: @‌postcards.pfn

My second podcast, Smartphone Nation, won the Hindustan Times Podmasters award for Best Documentary (Non-Fiction) earlier this year. If you want to understand how Indian startups in the Impact space are changing the lives of India’s Next Half Billion, please check it out: https://open.spotify.com/show/3rs9XhIkizxobxHhPfKVN9?si=852d0217e4d2420e 

In a game of finding the common connection, you get: war, imperialism, wealth, and resistance. Would you guess the answer to be books?

In this episode, we go back to a time when libraries were treasures that emperors and elites boasted of, and learn the surprising reason why these prized possessions got neglected after a certain point in history.

We find the truth in the maxim Knowledge is Power, and discuss the unfading popularity of biblioclasm as a means of oppression, and as an aid in ethnic cleansing.

 

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You can reach out to me on Instagram: @‌postcards.pfn

My second podcast, Smartphone Nation, won the Hindustan Times Podmasters award for Best Documentary (Non-Fiction) earlier this year. If you want to understand how Indian startups in the Impact space are changing the lives of India’s Next Half Billion, please check it out: https://open.spotify.com/show/3rs9XhIkizxobxHhPfKVN9?si=04ee832982324d4e 

In this episode, we understand the difference between Indian and Western narratology by taking a closer look at Ramayana; what makes the epic quite literally timeless and why our ancient stories usually fail the "history test".

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You can reach out to me on Instagram: @‌postcards.pfn

My second podcast, Smartphone Nation, won the Hindustan Times Podmasters award for Best Documentary (Non-Fiction) earlier this year. If you want to understand how Indian startups in the Impact space are changing the lives of India’s Next Half Billion, please check it out: https://open.spotify.com/show/3rs9XhIkizxobxHhPfKVN9?si=a439556531bc4ecf 

I'm sure we've all owned, or seen a copy of a guidebook to a country or a tourist destination. While internet itineraries might have replaced the physical guidebooks today, the concept of 'tourist guides' are still very much around. Did you ever wonder why and when making these guides became a thing?

In today's episode, we travel back to a time when Rumi lived in Konya, Turkey, and uncover the enchanting story of an Indian fakir who disappeared without a trace one day. We discuss why guidebooks often leave out such stories, and trace their problematic origins in Eurocentricity.

If you liked this episode, do consider rating the show on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

You can reach out to me on Instagram: @‌postcards.pfn 

My second podcast, Smartphone Nation, won the Hindustan Times Podmasters award for Best Documentary (Non-Fiction) earlier this year. If you want to understand how Indian startups in the Impact space are changing the lives of India’s Next Half Billion, please check it out: https://open.spotify.com/show/3rs9XhIkizxobxHhPfKVN9?si=9a36b9a609284db8 

A baby girl who was miraculously brought back to life after being struck by lightning; a tween girl who obsessively dug up the skeletal remains of a 200-million years old 'fish lizard'; and the woman who ran a fossil-shop that was visited by the King—we dive into the story of Mary Anning's extraordinary life as an unheralded female paleontologist in 19th Century England in this episode.    We also contemplate on how many accomplished women's histories we fail to pay attention to when we travel, because they have either been erased, or overshadowed by men.

If you liked this episode, do consider rating the show on Spotify or Apple podcasts.

You can reach out to me on Instagram: @‌postcards.pfn

My second podcast, Smartphone Nation, won the Hindustan Times Podmasters award for Best Documentary (Non-Fiction) earlier this year. If you want to understand how Indian startups in the Impact space are changing the lives of India’s Next Half Billion, please check it out: https://open.spotify.com/show/3rs9XhIkizxobxHhPfKVN9?si=3eb0b09dc044461a 

In today's episode we talk about a 19th century canals and railways surveyor in England who was obsessed with rocks, fossils, and maps. And how this obsession made the industrial revolution possible, helped make an English professor in the 1990s a successful Champagne baron, and the police partner with geologists to solve a murder mystery nearly 200 years later!

If you liked this episode, do consider rating the show on Spotify or Apple podcasts.

You can reach out to me on Instagram: @‌postcards.pfn

My second podcast, Smartphone Nation, won the Hindustan Times Podmasters award for Best Documentary (Non-Fiction) earlier this year. If you want to understand how Indian startups in the Impact space are changing the lives of India’s Next Half Billion, please check it out https://open.spotify.com/show/3rs9XhIkizxobxHhPfKVN9?si=ebc9d3040dbf4ea3 

This is not your usual episode of Postcards from Nowhere. But it has everything to do with the show - the genesis of the show almost 5 years ago, and it has led to one of the most significant milestones in my life - The 6% Club. To get the entire story, just tune in.

Check out The Six Percent Club: https://www.thesixpercent.club/

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My second podcast, Smartphone Nation, won the Hindustan Times Podmasters award for Best Documentary (Non-Fiction) earlier this year. If you want to understand how Indian startups in the Impact space are changing the lives of India’s Next Half Billion, please check it out https://open.spotify.com/show/3rs9XhIkizxobxHhPfKVN9?si=6c0091b3eb304bba

 

Hi, I'm Utsav Mamoria and I'm back with another episode of Postcards from Nowhere after a brief hiatus. In this episode, we talk about how Greenland's ice sheets act as time capsules that give us glimpses not only of climate history, but also human history. And the concept of Deep Time, as a reminder for us to slow down and focus on a place's present and its people when we travel.   If you liked this episode, do consider rating the show on Spotify or Apple podcasts.

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Dive into the fascinating world of ramen with our latest podcast episode! Meet Osaki Hoshiri, a man who eats 800 bowls of ramen a year and has dedicated his life to writing about this iconic Japanese dish. Discover how ramen evolved from a humble meal to a cultural phenomenon, with intriguing origin stories dating back centuries. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of ramen's past and celebrate its delicious present across Japan and beyond. Tune in now for a savory journey through culinary history! 

Till then Check out the other episodes,

The strange Polish notion of Holocaust Envy - https://bit.ly/48zECZr
The Oak Tree that chronicled Poland's Modern History - https://bit.ly/4b1PlO8
The suprising evolution of Polish food - https://bit.ly/48RUGWe
The complicated legacy of Schindler's List - https://bit.ly/3vF9NEi
The untold story of Holocaust heroism: 'Under the Eagle' Pharmacy - https://bit.ly/3vEtzzL
Two Billion Euros and the Polish Temple of Memory - https://bit.ly/3HjkrmN 

You can check previous episodes of 'Podcasts from Nowhere' on https://bit.ly/4b3wOB8 

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Explore the captivating journey of tea from its ancient origins to its modern-day significance in India and also we unravel the social, psychological, and poetic effects of this beloved beverage, delving into its rich history, cultural impact, and the rituals that surround it. From the colonial trade routes to the bustling streets of contemporary India, discover how chai has become more than just a drink—it's a symbol of hospitality, connection, and tradition.

Till then Check out the other episodes,

The strange Polish notion of Holocaust Envy - https://bit.ly/48zECZr
The Oak Tree that chronicled Poland's Modern History - https://bit.ly/4b1PlO8
The suprising evolution of Polish food - https://bit.ly/48RUGWe
The complicated legacy of Schindler's List - https://bit.ly/3vF9NEi
The untold story of Holocaust heroism: 'Under the Eagle' Pharmacy - https://bit.ly/3vEtzzL
Two Billion Euros and the Polish Temple of Memory - https://bit.ly/3HjkrmN 

You can check previous episodes of 'Podcasts from Nowhere' on https://bit.ly/4b3wOB8 

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
(https://www.instagram.com/whywetravel42  )

Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media.

We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. 

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Unlock the surprising history behind your favorite brew in this episode! Delve into the captivating tale of how two pandemics and the guidance of priests paved the frothy path for beer to become the beloved beverage it is today. Step back in time and discover the fascinating origins of beer that transcend centuries and pandemics alike. Tune in now to uncover the remarkable story brewing beneath the foam!

Till then Check out the other episodes,

The strange Polish notion of Holocaust Envy - https://bit.ly/48zECZr
The Oak Tree that chronicled Poland's Modern History - https://bit.ly/4b1PlO8
The suprising evolution of Polish food - https://bit.ly/48RUGWe
The complicated legacy of Schindler's List - https://bit.ly/3vF9NEi
The untold story of Holocaust heroism: 'Under the Eagle' Pharmacy - https://bit.ly/3vEtzzL
Two Billion Euros and the Polish Temple of Memory - https://bit.ly/3HjkrmN 

You can check previous episodes of 'Podcasts from Nowhere' on https://bit.ly/4b3wOB8 

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
(https://www.instagram.com/whywetravel42  )

Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media.

We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. 

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Delve into Bangalore’s culinary obsession with Gobi Manchurian and explore how language influences our food experiences. Journey back to Calcutta's history of Chinese migration, uncovering the roots of Indian-Chinese cuisine. Discover the intriguing parallels between food and sex, as we uncover the hidden connections that tantalize our taste buds and ignite our passions. Tune in for a deliciously provocative journey where every bite tells a story of pleasure and desire.

Till then Check out the other episodes,

The strange Polish notion of Holocaust Envy - https://bit.ly/48zECZr
The Oak Tree that chronicled Poland's Modern History - https://bit.ly/4b1PlO8
The suprising evolution of Polish food - https://bit.ly/48RUGWe
The complicated legacy of Schindler's List - https://bit.ly/3vF9NEi
The untold story of Holocaust heroism: 'Under the Eagle' Pharmacy - https://bit.ly/3vEtzzL
Two Billion Euros and the Polish Temple of Memory - https://bit.ly/3HjkrmN 

You can check previous episodes of 'Podcasts from Nowhere' on https://bit.ly/4b3wOB8 

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
(https://www.instagram.com/whywetravel42  )

Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media.

We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. 

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Ever wondered why do East Asian cuisine's lack of desserts. From the subtleties of taste to the deep-rooted philosophies, explore why sugar takes a backseat in Chinese culinary traditions. Discover how genetic predispositions, cultural norms, and historical contexts shape the palate of billions. Through insightful discussions and savory insights, we unravel the fascinating world where meals end without a sweet note. Tune in as we explore the rich tapestry of flavors and traditions that make East Asian cuisine truly unique.

Till then Check out the other episodes,

The strange Polish notion of Holocaust Envy - https://bit.ly/48zECZr
The Oak Tree that chronicled Poland's Modern History - https://bit.ly/4b1PlO8
The suprising evolution of Polish food - https://bit.ly/48RUGWe
The complicated legacy of Schindler's List - https://bit.ly/3vF9NEi
The untold story of Holocaust heroism: 'Under the Eagle' Pharmacy - https://bit.ly/3vEtzzL
Two Billion Euros and the Polish Temple of Memory - https://bit.ly/3HjkrmN 

You can check previous episodes of 'Podcasts from Nowhere' on https://bit.ly/4b3wOB8 

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
(https://www.instagram.com/whywetravel42  )

Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media.

We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. 

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Ever wondered about the culinary secrets hidden within the folds of nature's humble leaves? Join us on a tantalizing audio journey that delves deep into the heart of global cuisine, where the simple leaf becomes a vessel of culinary creativity and cultural heritage. From the bustling streets of Mumbai's Matunga to the serene temples of Tamil Nadu, and from the aromatic kitchens of Gujarat to the historic recipes of medieval Karnataka, immerse yourself in the flavors and stories woven into every leaf-wrapped dish.

Till then Check out the other episodes,

The strange Polish notion of Holocaust Envy - https://bit.ly/48zECZr
The Oak Tree that chronicled Poland's Modern History - https://bit.ly/4b1PlO8
The suprising evolution of Polish food - https://bit.ly/48RUGWe
The complicated legacy of Schindler's List - https://bit.ly/3vF9NEi
The untold story of Holocaust heroism: 'Under the Eagle' Pharmacy - https://bit.ly/3vEtzzL
Two Billion Euros and the Polish Temple of Memory - https://bit.ly/3HjkrmN 

You can check previous episodes of 'Podcasts from Nowhere' on https://bit.ly/4b3wOB8 

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
(https://www.instagram.com/whywetravel42  )

Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media.

We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. 

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Unveil the enigmatic ties between Rajasthan and distant lands in this trivia-packed Episode ! From the exploits of Paan Singh Tomar to the fascinating history of the Tomar clan, embark on a journey through time and lineage. Explore the tantalizing theories linking Rajasthan's Chauhan kings to the Huns of Hungary, weaving a tale of shared heritage across continents. Delve into the world of genetics as we unravel the diverse origins of communities like the Jats and Rajputs, revealing the intricate tapestry of human ancestry. 

Till then Check out the other episodes,

The strange Polish notion of Holocaust Envy - https://bit.ly/48zECZr
The Oak Tree that chronicled Poland's Modern History - https://bit.ly/4b1PlO8
The suprising evolution of Polish food - https://bit.ly/48RUGWe
The complicated legacy of Schindler's List - https://bit.ly/3vF9NEi
The untold story of Holocaust heroism: 'Under the Eagle' Pharmacy - https://bit.ly/3vEtzzL
Two Billion Euros and the Polish Temple of Memory - https://bit.ly/3HjkrmN 

You can check previous episodes of 'Podcasts from Nowhere' on https://bit.ly/4b3wOB8 

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
(https://www.instagram.com/whywetravel42  )

Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media.

We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. 

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Did you know that the famous 221B Baker Street, home to Sherlock Holmes, sparked a real-life address feud in London? Dive into the intriguing world of addresses with us this week as we uncover the unexpected drama behind this fictional location. From mysterious letters to a full-time job just to reply to them, the story gets crazier! Tune in for a wild ride through history, names, and the surprising reasons we have addresses. 

Till then Check out the other episodes,

The strange Polish notion of Holocaust Envy - https://bit.ly/48zECZr
The Oak Tree that chronicled Poland's Modern History - https://bit.ly/4b1PlO8
The suprising evolution of Polish food - https://bit.ly/48RUGWe
The complicated legacy of Schindler's List - https://bit.ly/3vF9NEi
The untold story of Holocaust heroism: 'Under the Eagle' Pharmacy - https://bit.ly/3vEtzzL
Two Billion Euros and the Polish Temple of Memory - https://bit.ly/3HjkrmN 

You can check previous episodes of 'Podcasts from Nowhere' on https://bit.ly/4b3wOB8 

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
(https://www.instagram.com/whywetravel42  )

Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media.

We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. 

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What if for a moment, I transported you into the heart of Tokyo, and you discover that the city has no street names? And not just Tokyo, all of Japan is like that. And what does that have to do with the 1987 U2 song 'Where Streets Have No Names', written in a completely different context in Ireland? This week, we travel to Japan and ask a simple question - What if we pay attention to the notion of addresses and street names? What if we stop and ask, why are our addresses and street names the way they are? Tune in, and understand why Japan has no street names, and how it links to the languages we speak and write.

Till then Check out the other episodes,

The strange Polish notion of Holocaust Envy - https://bit.ly/48zECZr
The Oak Tree that chronicled Poland's Modern History - https://bit.ly/4b1PlO8
The suprising evolution of Polish food - https://bit.ly/48RUGWe
The complicated legacy of Schindler's List - https://bit.ly/3vF9NEi
The untold story of Holocaust heroism: 'Under the Eagle' Pharmacy - https://bit.ly/3vEtzzL
Two Billion Euros and the Polish Temple of Memory - https://bit.ly/3HjkrmN 

You can check previous episodes of 'Podcasts from Nowhere' on https://bit.ly/4b3wOB8 

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
(https://www.instagram.com/whywetravel42  )

Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media.

We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. 

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Embark on a journey from Poland to China in this riveting episode as we explore why dictators are drawn to town squares and how these very squares become the stages of their demise. From Tiananmen Square in Beijing, witness the poignant events of 1989, to the Grand Market in Krakow, a symbol of resilience against Nazi and Communist regimes. Discover the historical significance of town squares as dictators' theatres of power and learn how, in a twist of fate, these squares become the battlegrounds for resistance, ultimately sealing the fate of autocracies. 

Till then Check out the other episodes,

The strange Polish notion of Holocaust Envy - https://bit.ly/48zECZr
The Oak Tree that chronicled Poland's Modern History - https://bit.ly/4b1PlO8
The suprising evolution of Polish food - https://bit.ly/48RUGWe
The complicated legacy of Schindler's List - https://bit.ly/3vF9NEi
The untold story of Holocaust heroism: 'Under the Eagle' Pharmacy - https://bit.ly/3vEtzzL
Two Billion Euros and the Polish Temple of Memory - https://bit.ly/3HjkrmN 

You can check previous episodes of 'Podcasts from Nowhere' on https://bit.ly/4b3wOB8 

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In this week's episode, join us on a journey to Krakow, Poland, where a statue of Soviet hero Vladimir Lenin undergoes a bizarre journey from a symbol of communism to a casualty of local disdain. Uncover the surprising twists that lead this statue to an unexpected home in a Wild West-themed park in Sweden. From failed bombings to aphrodisiac-laden cat antics, this tale is a rollercoaster of historical oddities. 

And if you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
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Embark on a riveting journey with this week's episode as we trace the tumultuous odyssey of a priceless painting worth two billion Euros. From Hotel Lambert in 1830s Paris to the clandestine moves during World Wars, this painting, Leonardo Da Vinci's 'Lady with an Ermine,' becomes a symbol of Poland's resilience and identity. Through six generations of the Czartoryski Family and multiple hidden relocations, the collection at the Czartoryski Museum emerges as the memory of the Polish Nation.

And if you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

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Journey back in time to Krakow's darkest hours during the Holocaust, where ordinary heroes emerged from the shadows. Explore the remarkable story of Tadeusz Pankiewicz and his team at the 'Under the Eagle' pharmacy, a symbol of hope in a sea of despair. As walls rose around the ghetto, this unassuming pharmacy became an embassy of solace, a lifeline to those in need. Join us to uncover the extraordinary acts of compassion and defiance that history often forgets. In a world consumed by darkness, these unsung heroes illuminated a path to survival.

And if you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

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This episode takes you on a journey through the complex legacy of Spielberg's Schindler's List. Beyond the heroism, we explore the enigmatic truth behind Oskar Schindler, and why it's not quite what it seems. We also contrast it with The Pianist, a Holocaust film that presents a different perspective - the victim's story. Join us to understand how cinema shapes our perception of reality and morality, and how we can respond to genocides around us. 

 

And if you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
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1981, Communist Poland

At the peak of the Soviet rule in Poland, the country had run into enormous economic hardships. Food became scarce, and citizens marched on the streets protesting against hunger. Everything became rationed, and even then, sometimes the rationed needs could not be met. But this is not the story of the food shortages of Communist Poland. This is the story of the larger arc of Polish food, and how it came to evolve in surpising ways over 15 centuries.

And if you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
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Prepare to be transported to the heart of Krakow, Poland, where an ancient Oak tree holds secrets of a nation's tumultuous history. Step back in time to November 6, 1939, when shadows of tyranny descended upon Poland, targeting its intellectual backbone. Unveil the riveting account of sacrifice, resilience, and a silent sentinel the Oak of Freedom that bore witness to Poland's fierce struggle for liberty. Join us for a compelling episode on Postcards from Nowhere, as we explore the haunting echoes of a nation's fight for its soul, etched in the annals of time

And if you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
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Explore the chilling tale of Cywia Asterblum, a student condemned in 1936 Poland for protesting anti-Semitism, setting the stage for a dark period in history. The episode navigates through the haunting realities of Auschwitz and unveils the controversial 'Memory Laws' in modern Poland. Delving into the eerie concept of Holocaust Envy, the episode reveals the disturbing motivations behind historical distortion and its impact on society, past and present.

And if you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

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Discover Krakow's dramatic transformation from devastation to grandeur after the Mongol invasion of 1241. Join us as we delve into the secrets buried beneath its cobbled streets witness the rise, struggles, and innovative solutions of a medieval city grappling with waste management. Uncover how the echoes of the past resonate through its architecture and ground levels, offering a unique perspective on the evolution of a European gem. Walk through history and realize that what lies beneath your feet is more than meets the eye.

And if you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
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What could possibly be wrong or complicated about the legacy of the one of the most loved boy detectives in the world? Tintin has been and will continue to be a part of the childhood of millions, including mine. But what did a visit to Brussels in Belgium, home to Herge the creator of Tintin, mean for the adult Utsav reading Tintin? This week, we travel to the heart of Brussels in Belgium and uncover the complicated legacy of the famous comic book hero Tintin. We also ponder over how we could continue to enjoy any product of popular culture, while dealing with its problematic creators and their ideologies. Tune in to think about Tintin in a new light.

And if you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
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Imagine the last time you had some horrendous food. Like the kind which not only tastes bad, but also gives you a recoiling diarrohea. The one you take almost a week to properly recover from. Now imagine walking into your home after being drenched in the rain, and being greeted with smell of crisp frying pakoras and piping hot ginger tea. Turns out these two experiences are not very different from each other. This week, we uncover the connection between smell, taste and memory, and discover how our evolutionary brain often stops us from trying new cuisines. Tune in, and discover why and how we must fight this evolutionary impulse, to make the most of our travels

And if you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
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Think Tennis and Taekwondo. Two sports which could not be more different from each other, but they have one aspect in common. Grunting. But what's the big deal about grunting in sports? And if you thought these two were unrelated, may I introduce Indian classical music in the mix? What could possible connect grunting and Indian classical music? This week, we discover the neuroscience that connects grunting, Indian Classical Music and why we as Indians love eating with our hands.

Check out the following Coke Studio Songs

Paar Channa De (ft. Strings, Noori and Shilpa Rao) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrPvQvbp3Cg 
Piyush Mishra on Coke Studio MTV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bfk6AzvyX4k and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zTFzMPWGLs 

Choudhary (ft Mame Khan) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gukvtH_a3I 

Tu Jhoom (ft. Abida Parveen and Naseebo Lal) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7D4vNcK6D38 
Rang (ft. Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Late Amjad Sabri) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7D4vNcK6D38

And if you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
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In July 2023, Coke Studio Bharat dropped a song, Khalasi. It took only a few days for it to rake up over 20 Million listens on YouTube, making it an instant hit. It was a bunch of firsts - A Gujarati song, that too one which is not a Garba song, and comes from a completely different musical tradition. But what if told you that it had something to do with two endangered species in India - The Asiatic Lion and The Indian Wild Ass. This week, we travel across Gujarat and understand the hidden and endangered connection with a state over 2000 kms away, Tamil Nadu. Tune in and challenge your fundamental assumptions about India.

Check out Khalasi on Coke Studio Bharat (Ideally with subtitles on): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7wSjy9Lv-o

And if you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
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This week on "Postcards from Nowhere. we unveil the hidden power of architecture in Jaipur's streets and discover how food-named lanes were tools of statecraft, intricately designed to influence politics and trade and explore how history's complexities defy simplistic narratives, as we delve into the strategic fusion of architecture and power.

And if you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
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If you consider yourself patriotic, do you know about Hussaniwala? It's a small village on the border of Indian Punjab and Pakistan and has a fascinating history that shaped both pre and post-independence India. This week, on the eve of our independence day, we speak with Varun Oak-Bhakay, who travelled to Hussainiwala, the Land of the Martyrs. Tune in, and discover this forgotten piece of Indian history.

A detailed account of the skirmishes and battles at Hussainiwala on Varun's blog: https://varunbhakay.wordpress.com/2019/01/16/hussainiwala/

You can follow Varun on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vobwritersblock/?hl=en

And if you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
(https://www.instagram.com/whywetravel42  )

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In 1922, The tomb of Tutankhamun was discovered in the Valley of the Kings by excavators led by the Egyptologist Howard Carter. It was the first known largely intact royal burial from ancient Egypt and became one of the most significant archaeological finds of the 20th century. Inside the tomb, amongst thousands of objects, two vials stood out, for they were critical in the process of embalming and mummification. A close cousin of the contents of that vial was also found, and it brought to the fore the importance of this spice in Egyptian civilization. But what if I told you that this spice was so important, that it built not only the Egyptian civilization, but another important one? This week, in Party 2 of the series, we travel from Spain to Africa and understand the how Salt built these two great civilizations.

Check out Part 1 of this series: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/how-salt-built-the-worlds-greatest-civilizations-p

And if you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
(https://www.instagram.com/whywetravel42  )

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Imagine the badlands of Chambal in the 70's, the setting of Sholay and Kaalia pleading to Gabbar for his life - Sardar, maine aapka namak khaya hai. Now imagine the greatest philosopher from China, Confucious reflecting about the nature of that very namak, and how should rulers rule with morality. What connects the two is Salt. This week, we trace the remarkable story of the condiment on your dinner table, and how it built one of the greatest civilisations the world has ever seen.

And if you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
(https://www.instagram.com/whywetravel42  )

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In this episode of we delve into the little-known Salt Satyagraha in Odisha, which took place before Gandhi's famous Dandi March. Join us as we explore the fight to save the soul of Odia cuisine, uncovering the historical significance of salt and its impact on the region's traditional dishes. Discover the rich culinary heritage of Odisha.

And if you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
(https://www.instagram.com/whywetravel42  )

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By some counts, at its peak, the Mongol Empire stretched nearly 31 million square kilometres, an area of land roughly the size of the African continent. But what did this Empire led by Genghis Khan eat during the long conquests over highland passes and treachrous mountains? And what could it have to do with a bunch of scientists from the Max Planck instiute of Geoanthropology, looking at the teeth of Tibetans buried thousands of years ago? This week, we travel to the Highlands of Tibet and uncover an alternate history of milk. We discover the lessons it holds as we understand the food choices of the places we travel to.

If you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
(https://www.instagram.com/whywetravel42  )

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He quit his cushy job at Amazon and travelled from 2015 to 2019. He has jumped into lakes and seas in Argentina (more than a few times), watched soaring condors while trekking in the South of Chile (well, one condor but a really majestic one), walked from the end of Switzerland to the end of France, motorcycled for more than a year in India, cycled 6000-8000 kilometres from Tajikistan to Slovenia, become a certified paragliding pilot and mountaineer, and other such cool-sounding stuff.

But that is not the only things we will talk about. This week, like our guest Pritam Sukumar, we take the road less travelled. He cycled through Asia and Europe for 9 months, and our conversations ranged from the mindfulness of cycling, and writing about negative travel experiences to the generosity of strangers and the idea of home. Tune in, as we cycle through Pritam’s thoughts and experiences of being a citizen of the road. Also check out the following

Pritam on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pritamps/

Pritam's newsletter on Substack: https://pritamps.substack.com/
How Pritam met his wife Ania while volunteering in a farm in Slovenia https://pritamps.substack.com/p/how-i-met-my-wife

Racism on the Refugee Trail: https://pritamps.substack.com/p/3-racism-on-the-refugee-trail
If you are intrigued about Central Asia, Samosas and Hospitality, check out the episodes on Uzbekistan

Beauty of Uzbekistan and the Geometry Box: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/beauty-of-uzbekistan-the-geometry-box
Melons of Samarkand: https://omny.fm/shows/postcards-from-nowhere-with-utsav-mamoria/melons-of-samarkand

Vincent Van Gogh and Uzbekistan: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I03d1slNCXMla8VC
Secrets of Doors: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=InTTDLzqdrZWSvf5

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 1: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2xUGZmKqpNnFmKl

Train Journeys and Humanity: Part 2: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=I2fOFK5K0YFNLT3F

World's most popular snack: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=ImYiIkxnf8vNTFNn

For reflections on walking, check out Walking: An Act of Resistance: https://podcasts.adorilabs.com/show/e?eid=IlhRj0aYOdW8A8Pu

You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
(https://www.instagram.com/whywetravel42  )

Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media.

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1957 - Dindigul, Tamil Nadu. A humble betel nut seller decides to start a 4 seater Biryani hotel, with a recipe from his wife. Over 60 years later, that tiny hotel is a sprawling business valued at over 860 crores. So what is so special about the Biryani from Dindigul? Or for that matter of that from Ambur and Chennai? This week, we travel across North, Central and Southern Tamil Nadu to discover the Biryanis of the state, with their unique accompaniments like Dalcha and Ennai Kathrika, and the light it sheds on India’s culinary culture.

Special thanks to the kickass producer of our show, Anthony for graciously taking time for this episode. He runs his own show Kannagi Kaviyam https://bit.ly/42IzzSG  

Till then Check out the other episodes,

Anne Frank, Lootera and Endless Life of Trees
The Trees that built Venice
Elm Trees, National Revolutions and Modern Paper
European Impressionism, Japanese Nationalism and Cherry Blossom Trees
The tree that built New Zealand
Living Fossils, National Identities and 200 MM year old trees

You can check previous episodes of 'Podcasts from Nowhere' on IVM Podcasts website
https://ivm.today/3xuayw9
You can reach out to our host Utsav on Instagram: @‌whywetravel42
(https://www.instagram.com/whywetravel42  )

Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media.

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