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A generation of impostors brought up on cinema. The Other Banana podcast is primarily Deepauk M(@complicateur), Aditya(@gradwolf), Anantha(@anantha), and Ashoka(@ABVan). We discuss films – mostly Indian – and analyse them in turn, roughly on a bi-weekly basis.
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A weekly series about people who have been called “The Great,” where we try to get past the honorific and understand who they were, what they did, and why some people seem to like them so much.
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The YIF Podcast plays host to a core element of what the Young India Fellowship (YIF), the flagship postgraduate diploma programme in Liberal Studies at Ashoka University, has to offer - the life experiences and knowledge of Ashoka University's founders, Young India Fellows, faculty, our alumni across diverse fields, and thought leaders across the world. At The YIF Podcast, we bring you exclusive conversations with some of the brightest minds of the world about their journeys of transformati ...
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Enjoy knowledge from the Shaka Vansiya Ayurveda (SVA) tradition as taught by Vaidya Ramakant Mishra and the lineage of Shaka Brahmin healers. Gain new insight into an ancient science of health and longevity. Improve your yogic practices through diet and marma. Learn about herbs and spices, and how you can use them for daily bliss and balance. For more information, please visit svayurveda.com
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Travel magazine, featuring travellers' tales, experiences and anecdotes
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Humorous & Historical tales of UFOs & Aliens from yesterday & today. True? You be the judge. Plus Pop Talk about Star Wars, Pop Music, Movie Reviews, and whatever else.
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දැනුම සමග විනෝදය රැගෙන විශ්වයේ නවමු මානයන් සොයා Yoshitha & Roson Dimension X සිංහල හරහා....ජය වේවා 😁🎧
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A podcast facilitated by the Wisdom Factory Literary Society, championing open, objective, and topical discussion.
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Spiritual practice should be an adventure, an exploration of new areas of life and a process of discovering and transcending our boundaries so that we gain wisdom, expand our comfort zones and develop skills and strengths. Your host, Sensei Morris Doshin Sullivan, is a Zen monk who will help you apply the Buddha’s teachings to everyday life—whether you want to reduce stress, live with more purpose, or even be a spiritual superhero! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho ...
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TV, Movies, and More! We Breakdown all your favorite nerd media #MCU #DCU #STARWARS
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Do you love fiction fight debates? Then Crossover Collision is the podcast for you! Join The Professor Evan the Great and JVD as the break down the attributes and abilities of your favorite fictional characters before discussion the important details and questions of how a fight plays out between! Follow The Villains Demand where you surf social media!
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Two in-depth interviews every week with scholars, policy makers, and business executives on frontier ideas & urgent issues in our world. Sponsored by the Julis-Rabinowitz Center for Public Policy and Finance and the Griswold Center for Economic Policy Studies at Princeton University. Hosted by Tiger Gao '21 and other undergraduate Princetonians. Visit us on policypunchline.com
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A father and son podcast, we talk about everything LEGO, but especially Star Wars LEGO. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sithnbricks/support
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India has played host to invaders, traders and travelers from all over the world since times immemorial due to it’s allure of great riches, prosperity and mystical fame. In this podcast we take a look at some of the greatest stories from the fascinating history of this ancient land. Hosted by Kanika and Rohit. Contact us at heritageofindiapodcast@gmail.com
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Welcome to "Benefits of System Thinking" In this podcast you will be listening to interviews from inspiring changemakers from all around the world that are curious and eager to create change for the society, for the environment and for the world. You will hear their stories, their initiatives, their pain and the impact that they are creating for others. Thank you so much for tuning in and we are really looking forward to share this inspirational journey with you!
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Join us as we sit around and talk about the biggest news, latest tech, pop culture, and everything else that makes us passionate about the industry! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/last-place-fireteam/support
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Nerd Flix & Chill is a podcast discussing a variety of topics in the world of film and television. From Game of Thrones to Star Wars and beyond, Nick and Kari bring you their unique take on all things geek.
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There are huge global problems that we hear about on a daily basis, so it’s my goal to explore these with you; to get a deeper understanding of what makes these issues complex, who are the stakeholders involved, and what progress is being made to solve some of these challenges. Together, we’re going to speak with movers and shakers in the business and impact worlds to learn more about their work in creating a better world. We promise to be candid and open to having our views challenged, whil ...
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Echoes of India is the story of India like you've never heard it before. Host Anirudh Kanisetti takes you on a journey through its wonders, from the Greek art of Afghanistan to the thriving ports of Tamil Nadu. Along the way, monks debate, queens boast, and armies roar. From philosophy to politics to economics, the past comes back to life - noisy, breathing, as thriving as the Indian subcontinent is today.
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Welcome To Those Who Dare, where we amplify the voices of military veterans who consistently step outside their comfort zone, and go above and beyond society's expectations. If you’re a military veteran and want to learn about the innovation ecosystem and how to participate in it as an investor, employee, or entrepreneur, then you’ve come to the right place. This series is brought to you by the team at AIN Ventures, a seed-stage venture fund founded by Service Academy graduates. Subscribe to ...
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The king is back from his self-imposed exile in the wilderness. Let's see what he does now that he is back in control of his kingdom.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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Ashwaganda, sometimes called the “Indian Jing Sen” is a plant with amazing medicinal properties and a vaidya’s number one tool in the reduction of cortisol due to stress. In this episode, Vaidya Mishra discusses the problems related to stress and our modern lifestyle and how this holy plant is used in its treatment. His accomplished student, Daria,…
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Part one of our series on Mithridates, a larger than life figure and the deadliest enemy of those obnoxious Romans. You're going to love this guy.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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Wu is firmly in control. Let's follow him across his long reign to see if he earns his epithet of "The Great."Από τον Phillip Barlag
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Bones are living tissue, as alive as muscles, skin, and blood; and its health needs to be addressed as such. Osteoporosis and other bone illnesses that we believe can be kept away by swallowing dead calcium-supplement pills are not cured or prevented with such pharmaceutical approaches. Not only are these practices ineffective, but unintelligent ca…
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We shift our attention to the unification of China under its first Emperor, the spectacular fall of his short-lived dynasty, and the rise of the powerful Han and their greatest of rulers, Wu the Great.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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Today moves us to China, where we meet all sorts of fun people, like Yu the Great, Confucius, Lao Tzu, Sun Tzu, and many more! Ancient China was an amazing place.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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#38 Cholesterol
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Some five decades ago, the word cholesterol became a household term and the bad guy to blame for all our illnesses and health misfortunes. Heart attacks, Alzheimer’s disease, high blood pressure, you name it. As research progressed, decades later we began to hear: “But wait, there is good cholesterol too”. At present time, Western medicine is disco…
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What to believe? In episode 82 of Pop Talk & Aliens, let's "dig" deep into season 5 of "The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch" from the History Channel. The episode features a detailed review, discussing what elements of the show might be real, what could be staged, and the complexities involved in faking such phenomena. We also summarize & highlight some…
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The conclusion of our look at Ashoka, considered by many to be the greatest ruler in India's history, even if it didn't start out that way.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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We finally meet Ashoka and find out that far from great, he was, at first, pretty awful. So why is he considered by many to be India's greatest ruler? Also, pay not attention to a verbal flub; I was sick when I recorded this!Από τον Phillip Barlag
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Ashoka means in Sanskrit that which takes away the grief. This holly ayurvedic plant is known for its beneficial effect on the hridya (the emotional heart); it lifts the spirit and conveys a feeling of blissful joy. Its medicinal properties include cooling effects that help to balance the excess of agni (fire) in the liver, pancreas, colon, and oth…
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Episode 137: On Kalki 2898 AD, Hanu-Man & Hindu Epics
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In this episode writer Aditya Mani Jha joins Deepauk and Aditya to talk about two 2024 films, both Telugu originals, and adapted-inspired from two Hindu epics - Mahabharata and Ramayana. One is Nag Ashwin's Kalki 2898 AD and the other is Prasanth Varma's Hanu-Man. One has a stellar pan-Indian star cast with the likes of Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, K…
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In which we review the outlines of Indian history, including rediscovering one of the great lost civilizations in human history (only about a century ago).Από τον Phillip Barlag
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The final chapter in our story about Alexander of Macedon. Spoiler alert: he dies in the course of this episode. Let's look back and judge if he really was the GOAT of GOATS.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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Is it really that vaccines have never been proven to have a direct connection with autism, Alzheimer’s, and a roster of other endemic diseases that were a rarity half a century ago? Or is it the greatest big pharma cover-up of present time? America is sadly by far the country with the busiest vaccine schedule in the world. Children are expected to …
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Alexander is closing in on conquering the once-mighty Persian Empire. And you'll never believe the last words of Darius III...Από τον Phillip Barlag
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Time to get Alexander out of the Hellenic world and have him square off with his Persian counterpart, Darius III.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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Is it really that vaccines have never been proven to have a direct connection with autism, Alzheimer’s, and a roster of other endemic diseases that were a rarity half a century ago? Or is it the greatest big pharma cover-up of present time? America is sadly by far the country with the busiest vaccine schedule in the world. Children are expected to …
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Let's get Alexander on the throne, and track his early years as king. Also, I make a killer dad joke about a psychic.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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Episode 136: On Nithilan Saminathan's Maharaja
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Nithilan Saminathan returns after Kurangu Bommai with a bigger canvas and a bigger star. His talents are still visible, refined even, but his latest film with Vijay Sethupathi in and as Maharaja started a discourse about rape-revenge genre in cinema, gratuitous violence, depiction of sexual abuse, and the conspicuous choice of Vairamuthu as lyricis…
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Let's set the stage for the most famous "Great" of them all.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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You'd think that by now, I would be able to spell Nebuchadnezzar on the first try. Here's a quick look back at an old friend, and a few new things I've learned since his episodes aired a little while back.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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In this episode, Dr. Lisa Rasking, D.C., Vaidya Mishra’s accomplished student and research collaborator, explains the dangers of consuming vegetables from the nightshade family. These veggies, which include eggplants, bell peppers, tomatoes, and potatoes, contain several neurotoxic substances, like nicotine and particularly solanine. These toxic ch…
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So Darius managed to become King of Kings. Now what? Let's find out, and while we are at it, we'll take a look back at the meaning and importance of the Persian Empire. (P.S. Get over yourself, Greece.)Από τον Phillip Barlag
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Confession time: I didn't want to do this one. Have a listen to find out why. (Oh, and I am glad I did.)Από τον Phillip Barlag
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I have a few new things about Ramesses II to share since his episode aired a little while back. Have a listen, and let's keep learning together. After all, Ramesses would expect, or even demand, that we keep paying attention to him.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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In this two-part dissertation, Dr. Teitelbaum explains all one needs to know about this indispensable vitamin to stay healthy. Among the many important roles of vitamin D in our physiology inhibiting cancer and assisting in the absorption of calcium are but two highlights. Unfortunately, in the US and most of the Western world, modern lifestyle has…
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Let's find out what Cyrus is up to. Spoiler alert: it's a lot, and much more than simple conquest and martial glory.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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A brief announcement about the show and a way we can help each other out.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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The successors of Nebuchadnezzar weren't quite up to the task; Neo-Babylonians might be in trouble. But there is about to be a new, new sheriff in town. Time to say hello to the Persians.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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Because learning a few new things about Sargon of Akkad was so much fun, I thought I would explore whether or not there were any fun new facts about Thutmose III that we could uncover together. Turns out, there are!Από τον Phillip Barlag
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In this two-part dissertation, Dr. Teitelbaum explains all one needs to know about this indispensable vitamin to stay healthy. Among the many important roles of vitamin D in our physiology inhibiting cancer and assisting in the absorption of calcium are but two highlights. Unfortunately, in the US and most of the Western world, modern lifestyle has…
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Let's spend some time with a ruler who preferred hanging out at home to marching on campaign, and who built what might be the greatest city in human history.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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Join me in a celebration of the 47th anniversary of Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope. In this special birthday episode, we are joined from a galaxy far, far away for exclusive interviews featuring legendary Jedi Masters, Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi. With other surprise guests from the Star Wars Universe, this episode is a must-listen for anyo…
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Let's meet and, hopefully, say goodbye to one of the most terrifying civilizations in human history. While we're at it, let's track the rise of someone who might just be the greatest builder in the ancient world.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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Just because we have already published an episode about Sargon, does not mean we've stopped learning about him. In fact, I wanted to share three new things that I have learned since his episode aired. These serve as an extension of the episode about our first "Great" in this series. He lived more than four millennia ago, but his story is still bein…
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In this episode, Vaidya Mishra discusses the medicinal properties of the mucuna plant directly from the Sanskrit ancient text, highlighting its balancing properties over the five vata subdoshas. His distinguished disciple and long-time collaborator, Dr. Lisa Rasking, shares her research findings on modern science corroborating the accuracy of the a…
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You know who thought that Ramesses II was Egypt's greatest pharaoh? Ramesses II. You get to decide for yourself!Από τον Phillip Barlag
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Let's catch up on our friends the Egyptians, in between the death Thutmose III and the rise of our next great, Ramesses II.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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Episode 135: Films of Girish AD - Premalu, Super Sharanya & Thanneer Mathan Dinangal
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We at The Other Banana believe that director Girish AD is doing something incredible with the genre of romantic comedy and coming of age. With the recent big hit Premalu, that awed audiences across south India, we decided to take a look at all his films that show steady progression in certain genre conventions as well as successful attempts at brea…
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#30 Facial Marma Massage
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This episode was recorded live with in-person and distant, Skype participants. The first section has Vaidya Mishra introducing the concept of marmas and their relation to the pranic energy as well as the SVA products he formulated to treat them. The second section is a step-by-step practicum guided by Dr. Melina Takvorian on how to massage each mar…
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Part two of our episode of Thutmose III. I'm not going to lie; I am really starting to like this guy.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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Hormonal changes, birth control pills, greasy fast food, and excessive refined sugars can all add up to a genetic predisposition that results in acne. Sadly, this skin disorder is frequently treated in the West through antibiotics and other medications that lower the action of our immune system and can result in inflammatory bowel disease, arthriti…
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Let's meet Thutmose III, either the first, or something like the hundredth pharaoh of the mighty Egyptian civilization.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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We meet our first "great" of the series, Sargon of Akkad, whom history records as the first person to rule an Empire. In a related note, "Lugalzaggisi," is not an easy name to pronounce.Από τον Phillip Barlag
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Alexander the Great. Pompey the Great. Catharine the Great. For nearly all of recorded human history, people have been called “great.” But what does it mean to be great? To be called “great?” In this introduction, we set up the series and frame out its exploration of these people, and what they did - or didn't do - to be called "great."…
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Episode 134: Ilaiyaraaja : A Musical Movement (10)
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In this episode we dive into the atomic elements of composition that we can observe in Raaja's music. How does he use sentence structures and motifs in his compositions? Can we really tell apart where Carnatic ends and Western touches begin in his music. Briefly we also cover one stark difference between MSV and Raaja. Topics Covered: What are sent…
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In this day and age of massive exposure to poisonous chemicals and radiation in our everyday lives, hair weakening and eventual loss is a misfortunate reality for many men and women, older and younger. Frequently, it is addressed as a problem of the hair follicle and scalp when in reality its origin can be as deep as the health of bones and proper …
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The Pentagon's UAP Investigation Branch "AARO" has just released its "Historical Record" on Government involvement with everything UFO & Aliens. The report claims that from 1945 to 2023, the United States Department of Defense has never encountered or had evidence of extraterrestrial visitors or UFOs. They "prove" this by examining the history of U…
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