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A Century Of Stories
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Join Kunal Vijayakar and Cyrus Broacha as they unravel the enchanting stories of India's last century. From groundbreaking innovations to cricketing legends, A Century of Stories is a captivating blend of humour and history, inviting you to relive and discover the tales that shaped modern India.
🎙️ Innovation & Achievement, hosted by Kunal Vijayakar
🎙️ Cricket and Beyond, hosted by Cyrus Broacha
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The growth of Women’s cricket in the 21st century ft. Anjum Chopra | Cricket
Aug 1400:42:04Tap to summarizeJust a few months away from the Women’s 50-over World Cup at home, Team India has made a strong impression under Harmanpreet Kaur by winning a T20I and ODI series in England. The success of this team in the past few years is built on the groundwork laid by several generations of women cricketers who played the game for passion. Former team India Captain Anjum Chopra, whose 17-year long career for India began in 1995, tells us what all has changed in Indian women’s cricket in the past 25 years to bring it where it stands today in this special episode of A Century of Stories: Cricket podcast presented by IDFC FIRST Bank.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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How India’s Food Changed After 1947 ft. Kurush Dalal | India
Aug 11, 202500:45:21Tap to summarizeDid you know that dishes like butter chicken and bread halwa were born out of survival and displacement? Or that gurudwaras became lifelines, serving food and comfort to thousands rebuilding their lives after 1947? In this episode of A Century of Stories: India, host Kunal Vijayakar is joined by historian and culinary anthropologist Dr. Kurush Dalal to explore how India’s kitchens transformed after Independence. From refugee-run dhabas to community kitchens, they uncover how migration shaped our plates, how food traditions adapted to new realities, and how some of India’s most iconic dishes are, at their heart, stories of resilience served hot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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What made Laxman Very Very Special? ft. Sharda Ugra | Cricket
Aug 7, 202500:40:02Tap to summarizeThe Kolkata Test of 2001 against Australia proved to be a major turning point in Indian cricket. And one man who will always be synonymous with that special Test is VVS Laxman who established himself as the batter who would produce the tough knocks for the team whenever needed, something he did admirably well over the next decade playing more than 100 Tests. Noted journalist Sharda Ugra looks back at the life and career of India’s crisis man in this special episode of A Century of Stories: Cricket podcast presented by IDFC FIRST Bank.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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What Indians Ate 200 Years Ago | Ancient Food History ft. Kurush Dalal | India
Aug 4, 202501:05:04Tap to summarizeWhat did Indians eat 200 years ago? Dive into the fascinating world of traditional Indian food history with Dr. Kurush Dalal, archaeologist and culinary anthropologist, as he joins Kunal Vijayakar on A Century of Stories. Discover how colonial rule, regional migration, and evolving local markets shaped Indian food traditions—from lost recipes to ancient cooking techniques. This episode uncovers the rich and diverse diet of Indians in the 1800s and early 1900s, bringing back forgotten flavours and culinary wisdom. Learn about: What our ancestors actually ate during British India The impact of colonisation on Indian diets Ancient thalis, spices, and preservation methods How food evolved across regions and communities The role of food archaeology in understanding India’s past Whether you’re a foodie, history buff, or culture explorer, this episode has something for you! Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe for more stories from India’s rich past! #IndianFoodHistory #KurushDalal #TraditionalIndianFood #ACenturyOfStories #AncientIndianDiet #FoodAnthropology #ColonialIndia #LostRecipesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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India's most controversial away series ft. Gaurav Kalra | Cricket
Aug 1, 202500:47:43Tap to summarizeAs things heat up between India and hosts England in the Anderson Tendulkar Trophy 2025, we take a look at one of the most controversy-ridden India tours which almost caused a diplomatic row. Our guest Gaurav Kalra, who followed all the developments from close quarters as a journalist on that tour, tells us what all went down when India travelled Down Under in 2007-08 in this episode of A Century of Stories: Cricket podcast presented by IDFC FIRST Bank.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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From Doordarshan to Digital: The Untold Story of Indian Advertising ft. Ambi Parameswaran | India
Jun 18, 202500:28:14Tap to summarizeIn this episode of A Century of Stories India, host Kunal Vijayakar interviews advertising titan Ambi Parameswaran on the evolution of Indian advertising. Discover how Indian advertising strategies turned from Western influenced sensibilities to Indian idioms and cultural narratives. As they built equity, brands and their advertising gave a voice and identity to generations of Indians, shaping and reflecting the transformation of the country. In this Episode Indian Advertising Evolution: Colonial to unique Indian identity & global impact. Legendary Indian Ads: Iconic marketing, jingles, & brand stories. Digital Marketing Shift: Traditional to performance marketing & content for India. Brand Building Secrets: Effective ad strategies, consumer engagement & longevity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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India-England Rivalry in the 21st Century | Cricket
Jun 13, 202500:46:27Tap to summarizeA new chapter is set to be added to the India-England cricketing rivalry in the 21st century as the two teams lock horns in a five match Test series in England. Former Indian cricketer and commentator, Deep Dasgupta, who was part of the Indian side when they met England for the first time in this century in 2001-02, talks about that tense series and how the rivalry has grown stronger in the ensuing years in this episode of A Century of Stories: Cricket podcast presented by IDFC FIRST Bank.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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What’s REALLY Inside Your Favourite Mithai? ft. Shubhra Chatterji | India
Jun 9, 202500:47:02Tap to summarizeGet ready to drool as we dive deep into India’s incredible world of sweets (mithai) — from temple prasads to Instagram-worthy experiments! Join Kunal Vijayakar and Shubhra Chatterjee (culinary researcher & filmmaker) as they unwrap the origins, flavors, and wild innovations of Indian desserts. Ever tried Pyaz ki Kheer or Mutton ka Halwa?Did you know a sweet was once served to confuse a groom?From banana polis to lasoon ki kheer, explore how local ingredients and cultures shape sweets across India. We travel from Puri’s legendary temple prasad to the streets of Surat, with stories of milk, honey, tradition, and… unexpected ingredients. This episode is a nostalgic, quirky, and surprising ride through mithai — food that can make you swoon with joy or squirm in confusion. Don’t miss it! Hit play and treat yourself.#IndianSweets #Mithai #KunalVijayakar #ShubhraChatterjee #FoodHistory #DesiDesserts #WeirdIndianFoods #SweetCravings #IndianCuisine #FoodStoriesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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1971 - The year that changed Indian Test cricket | Cricket
Jun 6, 202500:50:39Tap to summarizeAs a new-look Team India gets ready to take on England away from home, our guest Rajdeep Sardesai takes us back to 1971 when India registered their first series win over England. The year, however, began with another special series win in the West Indies, where a young Sunil Gavaskar combined with a veteran Dilip Sardesai to give India a new self-belief.Hear the veteran journalist roll back time with stories from 1971 in this episode of A Century ofStories: Cricket podcast presented by IDFC FIRST Bank.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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History of Biryani in India ft. Shubhra Chatterji | India
Jun 2, 202500:34:20Tap to summarizeDive into the fascinating history of Biryani in India with host Kunal Vijayakar and culinary expert Shubhra Chatterji in this episode of A Century of Stories: India.We explore how this beloved dish traveled from the Persian courts to the Indian subcontinent, evolving into Hyderabadi, Kolkata, Lucknowi (Awadhi), and other iconic Biryani styles that continue to capture our hearts and palates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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