Best Launchora Podcasts (2025)

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Arundhati Nath on ‘The Phantom’s Howl’ | Jaipur Bytes 2025 11:27

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Ghost stories are a significant part of Bengali culture. In this podcast, Arundhati Nath recalls how she grew up listening to her grandmother narrate ghost stories. She discusses how the stories in the collection ‘The Phantom’s Howl’ feature supernatural creatures with not only elements of horror but also humour.…

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Sandeep Khanna on His Debut Novel | Jaipur Bytes Podcast 2025 18:06

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India cannot be separated from its ten thousand years of history, even when focusing on the last fifty years. Sandeep Khanna’s debut novel follows characters as they navigate the economic, political, and socio-cultural changes India has undergone from the 1970s and 80s to the present. In this gripping podcast, Khanna shares the stories, poetry, and…

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Susan Jung on Food and Beyond | Jaipur Bytes Podcast 2025 13:30

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Even after testing ninety fried chicken recipes in three months for her cookbook ‘Kung Pao and Beyond’, food writer and chef Susan Jung still loves fried chicken. In this engaging podcast, Jung shares her culinary journey from starting out as an English literature graduate to becoming a pastry chef, writing a cookbook and now a food writer at Vogue…

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Katy Hessel on Women in the History of Art | Jaipur Bytes 2025 18:43

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Which kinds of art are worth viewing, and who creates them? Katy Hessel unpacks these questions by examining limitations historically placed on art made by women and types of works currently exhibited in the UK. The art historian argues how recognising these artists and writers’ achievements not only enriches our understanding of art history but al…

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Anand George on his Culinary Journey | Jaipur Bytes Podcast 2025 9:06

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From discussing culinary school and what inspired his passion for cooking, to exploring how the history of colonialism in Kerala has shaped its cuisine, and delving into the science and art of selecting ingredients and preparing dishes, Chef Anand George covers multiple facets of the culinary experience.…

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Rajdeep Sardesai on the Politics and Media of India Today | Jaipur Bytes Podcast 2025 28:13

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There is a lot to be said about the current state of politics and media in India today. This is exactly what journalist and author Rajdeep Sardesai expands on while talking about his newest book ‘2024: The Election that Surprised India’. Sardesei points out the hypocrisy of the Indian media and discusses Prime Minister Modi’s mass appeal as well as…

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Jassa Ahluwalia on Navigating Between Two Identities | Jaipur Bytes 2025 20:27

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“I am rejecting the idea that I’m half Punjabi and half British. I am both those things fully.” In this captivating podcast, Jassa Ahluwalia discusses his book “Both Not Half,” exploring identity and his writing process. He shares stories of growing up in a multicultural home, how his family blended languages and cultures, and his experiences visit…

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From Cinema to Literature: Manav Kaul and Imtiaz Ali on Good Storytelling | Jaipur Bytes 2025 30:39

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Storytelling takes on many forms from poems, plays, novels, short stories, to films, music, and short films. In this captivating podcast, Manav Kaul and Imtiaz Ali discuss elements that make narratives compelling, sharing how evocative literature and media influence their approach to writing, directing, and acting. Discover how stories inspire us a…

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Navigating Social Media Fame and Blending Music with Hrishi | Jaipur Bytes Podcast 2025 12:36

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Growing up in America, singer Hrishi was surrounded by music that was different from the songs he heard at home. In this episode, Hrishi discusses how he navigated these two distinct musical worlds and discovered ways to blend Carnatic music with the English pop and rock that shaped his upbringing. He also reflects on achieving social media fame on…

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Prajakta Koli on Creativity, Fame, and her Debut Novel | Jaipur Bytes Podcast 2025 22:28

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Radio, YouTube, Instagram, and Bollywood are just a few of the diverse fields Prajakta Koli has explored. Now, she is venturing into the world of literature with her debut novel, ‘Too Good to be True’. In this engaging podcast, social media star Koli shares insights into her creative writing process, how she navigates fame, and her approach to over…

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Romy Gill’s Food Stories | Jaipur Bytes Podcast 2025 17:19

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From eating Maggi and playing cricket in the 80s, to her mother’s cancer journey, to moving to the UK, chef and author Romy Gill shares the inspirations behind her book ‘Romy Gill’s India’. She discusses how growing up in Bengal as a Punjabi, along with other experiences such as travelling and relocating to the UK, have shaped her culinary experien…

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Beyond the Voice: The unfiltered Kailash Kher | Jaipur Bytes Podcast 2025 26:26

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From thoughts on material possessions to the experiences that brought his iconic lyrics to life, catch the Kailash Kher beyond Saiyaan and Teri Deewani, in the first episode of the official podcast of the iconic Jaipur Literature Festival, The Jaipur Bytes, hosted by Yuva Ekta Foundation’s founder trustee, Puneeta Roy.…

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Dispensations erase history that doesn't suit their ideology | Anjum Hasan talks ‘History’s Angel’ 25:33

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Anjum Hasan’s latest book, ‘History’s Angel’, focuses on a historian named Alif, who navigates life in the multistoried and historical city of Delhi during a time when the study of history is becoming an increasingly conflicted territory. In this episode of the Jaipur Bytes podcast, Hasan joins writer and Itihāsology's founder, Eric Chopra, to disc…

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Being a supermodel in late 90s India | Kelly Dorji on film, fashion, & more! 22:10

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In this Jaipur Bytes episode, Bhutanese actor, model, and author Kelly Dorji reflects on his trailblazing career as a model and offers insights into the evolving standards of beauty and the fashion industry's demands. In conversation with RJ Sarthak Kaushik, he speaks about his experiences of walking iconic ramps and working with some of the best n…

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What’s the future of AI & creativity? | Marcus du Sautoy on maths, music, & more. 26:40

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Mathematician Marcus du Sautoy brings numbers to life in this fascinating episode of Jaipur Bytes. In conversation with RJ Sarthak, Sautoy talks about being an Ambassador of Mathematics, the magic of imaginary numbers, the unexpected connections between maths and music, and the inspiring stories woven into the history of mathematics. An episode tha…

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How was Indian royalty dethroned? | John Zubrzycki on Indian history, Orientalism, magic & more 25:53

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How were Indian princes dethroned? Was Jaipur’s Royalty India’s answer to the Crown? What is so fascinating and puzzling about Indian magic? How does one write the shortest history of India? The ever-curious and inspiring chronicler of India’s diverse pasts, John Zubrzycki, joins Eric Chopra in this episode of the Jaipur Bytes podcast to discuss al…

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“I see all sorts of absurd things!”| Kanan Gill talks ‘Acts of God’, failed jokes, & soft sci-fi. 32:03

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Kanan Gill, celebrated for his inimitable wit, joins host Sarthak Kaushik to discuss his soft sci-fi debut novel, Acts of God. He speaks about his more than a decade-long journey in the entertainment industry, the knock-knock jokes that earned him a Genius Visa, and the nuances that differentiate—and connect—being a writer and a performer.…

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Mary Beard walked so Philomena Cunk could run! | ancient cake, David Beckham, Roman graffiti & more 39:42

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The iconic classicist Mary Beard, who has written a range of books spanning diverse historical themes — from the emperors of Rome, women & power, love & laughter in our ancient worlds, and more — joins Itihāsology’s founder Eric Chopra and music programmer & broadcaster-podcaster Sarthak Kaushik in an episode of the Jaipur Bytes podcast and shares …

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Brexit, Trump, and fascism as inspirations for ‘Prophet Song’ | Booker Prize-winner Paul Lynch 21:17

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In this gripping episode of the Jaipur Bytes Podcast, Paul Lynch speaks to Sarthak Kaushik about the whirlwind journey of winning the Booker Prize in 2023 for his dystopian masterpiece, 'Prophet Song.' He reveals the shifts in his life after winning the coveted prize, speaks of the hidden corners of the world and the literary legends who ignite his…

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Met Gala - museums just for the elite? | Luke Syson discusses art history & more 28:40

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What goes into the art of curation? What is the idea of the ‘museum’ in popular culture? What has MET Gala's 'First Monday of May’s’ impact been on the world of art? What is the story behind Raphael’s ‘Madonna of the Pinks?’ If you are curious to hear about all of this and more then do not miss out on this episode of Jaipur Bytes in which art histo…

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‘I wanted to see Kashmir from inside-out!’ Vishal Bhardwaj talks about Haider 32:55

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How does iconic filmmaker and music composer Vishal Bhardwaj select musicians for his masterpieces? Who are his major sources of inspiration? What are the stories behind masterpieces such as ‘Haider’? What are his thoughts on the role of cinema and the new-age of OTT platforms? Listen to this full episode of the Jaipur Bytes podcast to get answers …

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Raghuram Rajan talks about India’s future in employment, politics, media & more! 36:03

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What's in store for India's economic future? How will the arts shape the landscape of our economy? Has social media led to the rapid rise of misinformation? Curious for answers? Then tune in to the first episode of the Jaipur Bytes podcast, featuring renowned economist and former RBI Governor, Raghuram Rajan, as we explore these questions and more.…

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Jaipur Bytes Podcast | Official Trailer | Jaipur Literature Festival 2:47

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Jaipur Bytes, the official podcast of the Jaipur Literature Festival, is your gateway to enriching and entertaining conversations featuring the finest thinkers, writers, speakers, and doers! Hosted by music programmer & broadcaster Sarthak Kaushik and writer & itihasology's founder, Eric Chopra, the podcast guarantees an eclectic mix of cross-genre…

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Charting Beauty Trends: Shalini Lahiri’s journey of building a leading beauty platform for India 42:22

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In this episode, our guest is Shalini Lahiri, a beauty enthusiast and expert who is a core part of the team that built Tata beauty. Shalini is a seasoned professional who led critical initiatives across strategy and marketing for Tata CliQ Palette and has witnessed the beauty boom in India closely. Tune in as Shalini shares her journey into the wor…

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Flavours of the Deccan Coast: Ebaani Tewari, Chef & Co-Owner of Kari Apla, on curating memories on a plate 24:44

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In this episode, our guest is Ebaani Tewari, chef and co-owner of Kari Apla, a young Indian restaurant based in Mumbai, which is inspired by the flavours of the Deccan Coast. Ebaani founded Kari Apla with her husband, where they channel the flavours of their childhood onto their succinctly curated menu. Tune in as Ebaani narrates her journey of bei…

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Beyond the Loom: How Sujata and Taniya, Founders of Suta, are building an impact led fashion brand 36:18

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In this episode, our guests are Sujata and Taniya, founders of Suta - a growing artisanal brand that’s powering the world of fashion, impact, and craftsmanship through timeless Sarees, dresses, and home decor where each piece tells a unique story. Tune in as I have a conversation with Su & Ta, the founder-sister duo, on their early inspirations, ho…

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Lies Our Mothers Told Us - The Indian Woman’s Burden: Nilanjana Bhowmick with Kanta Singh 34:30

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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Noor Inayat Khan - Enemy of the Reich: Rick Stroud and Shrabani Basu in conversation 18:56

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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The Magician of Mazda: Ashwin Sanghi in conversation with Manjiri Prabhu 35:34

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur literature Festival 2023!

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Kabir, Kabir - The Early Modern Poet Philosopher: Purushottam Agarwal in conversation with Sanjoy K Roy 39:48

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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Guru to the World - The Life and Legacy of Vivekananda: Ruth Harris with Hindol Sengupta 39:19

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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Everything The Light Touches: Janice Pariat in conversation with Anish Gawande 37:15

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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The Price of Time: Edward Chancellor in conversation with Sanjeev Sanyal 36:15

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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Making Meritocracy - Lessons from China and India: Tarun Khanna in conversation with Mohit Satyanand 36:39

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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Let Me Hijack Your Mind: Raell Padamsee and Vandana Saxena Poria with Asad Lalljee 22:48

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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India, Empire and the First World War: Santanu Das and Navtej Sarna with David Olusoga 36:24

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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Age of Vice: Deepti Kapoor in conversation with Marlon James 35:10

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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A Life In Books: Namita Gokhale in conversation with Mandira Nayar 39:16

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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The Mystery of the Parsee Lawyer: Shrabani Basu in conversation with Tanuj Solanki 19:44

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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Grasping Greatness - Making India a Leading Power: C Raja Mohan and Bibek Debroy with Lakshmi Puri 33:26

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The Essential Abdulrazak Gurnah: Abdulrazak Gurnah in conversation with Alexandra Pringle 32:13

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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Courting India - England, Mughal India and the Origins of Empire: Nandini Das with William Dalrymple 50:15

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Khaki Files: Ajay Pal Lamba and Sunil Sharma in conversation with Kartikeya Sharma 21:28

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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Fallen Idols - The Age of Iconoclasm: Alex von Tunzelmann and David Olusoga with Mukulika Banerjee 25:50

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From Dionysus to Vasco da Gama: How Europeans Saw India before the Age of Exploration 44:43

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Tom Holland in conversation with William Dalrymple. This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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Democracy - The Warp and the Left: Ronojoy Sen, Yamini Aiyar and Mukulika Banerjee with Seema Sirohi 32:44

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This is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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Energize Your Mind: Gaur Gopal Das in conversation with Puneeta Roy 39:42

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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The Story Of Russia: Orlando Figes and Simon Sebag Montefiore with and Luke Harding 32:44

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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Culture - The Story of Us, From Cave Art to K-Pop: Martin Puchner in conversation with Anna Della Subin 36:29

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!

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Empire - The Story of a World Conquering Podcast: William Dalrymple and Anita Anand with Bee Rowlatt 36:08

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This episode is a live session from Jaipur Literature Festival 2023!