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How a Working Class Woman became the World's Greatest Fossilist
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - July 04, 2024 00:30 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsA 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 extra...
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How a Humble Geologist Shaped the Industrial Revolution
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - June 27, 2024 00:30 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsIn 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 partn...
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The Journey of The 6% Club
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - June 20, 2024 00:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThis 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 ...
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What Deep Time can Teach us About Slow Travel
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - June 13, 2024 00:30 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsHi, 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 rem...
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The intertwined destinies of Ramen and Japan - Part 1
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - March 14, 2024 00:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsDive 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 or...
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The Social History of Tea
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - March 07, 2024 00:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsExplore 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 ...
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The Strange History of the rise of Beer in Europe
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - February 29, 2024 00:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsUnlock 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...
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Sex, Drugs and Gobi Manchurian
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - February 22, 2024 00:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsDelve 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 ...
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Why East Asian food lacks Desserts
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - February 15, 2024 00:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsEver 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....
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The Ubiquitous Art of Cooking in Leaves
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - February 08, 2024 00:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsEver 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 ...
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Why we are all Hungarians from Rajasthan ?
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - February 01, 2024 00:30 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsUnveil 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 th...
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Why do we have Addresses at all?
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - January 25, 2024 00:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsDid 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...
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Why does Japan have no street names?
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - January 18, 2024 00:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWhat 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 Irel...
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Why dictators love town squares ?
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - January 11, 2024 00:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsEmbark 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 ...
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The Unkindness of History: Lenin in a Theme Park
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - November 30, 2023 00:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsIn 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...
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Two Billion Euros and the Polish Temple of Memory
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - November 16, 2023 00:30 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsEmbark 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 Po...
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The untold story of Holocaust heroism: 'Under the Eagle' Pharmacy
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - November 09, 2023 00:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsJourney 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 unas...
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The complicated legacy of Schindler's List
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - November 02, 2023 00:30 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThis 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 perspe...
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The surprising evolution of Polish food
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - October 26, 2023 00:30 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings1981, 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. B...
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The Oak Tree that chronicled Poland's Modern History
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - October 19, 2023 00:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsPrepare 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,...
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The Strange Polish notion of Holocaust Envy
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - October 12, 2023 00:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsExplore 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 i...
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Love European Cities? You are walking on Poop
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - October 05, 2023 00:30 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsDiscover 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 ...
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The Complicated Legacy of Tintin
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - September 28, 2023 00:30 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWhat 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, me...
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The Neuroscience of Trying New Cuisines
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - September 14, 2023 00:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsImagine 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 cri...
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Syncing Senses: The Neuroscience of Music, Grunting, and Eating with Hands
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - September 07, 2023 00:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThink 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 pos...
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Endangered Pasts: Decoding Ancient Bonds between Gujarat & Tamil Nadu
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - August 31, 2023 00:30 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsIn 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 trad...
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Architecture as Statecraft: The Story of Jaipur
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - August 24, 2023 00:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThis 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 int...
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Pilgrimage to the Land of the Martyrs ft. Varun Oak-Bhakay
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - August 10, 2023 00:30 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsIf 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 t...
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How Salt built the World's Greatest Civilizations - Part 2
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - August 03, 2023 00:30 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsIn 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, ...
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How Salt built the World's Greatest Civilizations - Part 1
Postcards From Nowhere with Utsav Mamoria - July 27, 2023 00:30 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsImagine 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 moralit...
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