Podcast
ZTalks with Zahrya Musgrove
Hosted by Zahrya Musgrove · EN
Here, I talk about books, movies, and TV shows related to history or classic literature. Through these mediums I reflect on different historical time periods, cultures and the overall human condition.
(Episodes released every two weeks!)
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Three Body series!
3w ago00:30:38Tap to summarizeTune in for this week’s episode, where I discuss ‘Remembrance of Earth’s Past’, the sci-fi series that features the famous novel ‘Three-Body Problem’. I’ll be talking about the plot, sharing my thoughts, and exploring the different lenses through which we can interpret the series. I will also look at how it reflects the world around us and the questions the author poses about humanity and society.
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Glasgow!
Apr 3000:15:09Tap to summarizeTune in for this week’s episode where I talk about all the history, culture, and fun facts in my recent trip to Glasgow. This episode will leave you convinced that this is the best city that Scotland has to offer!
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Samurai!
Mar 3100:17:32Tap to summarizeThis week’s episode takes you into the fascinating world of the samurai—exploring their rise, fall and how they lived during the long era of peace of the Edo period. I also dive into the Samurai Detective book series, which gives a realistic lens into the life of a samurai whilst also delving into crime and thrill. This is an episode you won’t want to miss! Tune in now and learn all about it!
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Iceland!
Mar 600:15:53Tap to summarizeTune in for this week’s episode to hear about my birthday trip to Iceland! I talk about the amazing natural scenery and history I learnt about through an unusual food experience. Tune in to hear more !
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Lucy-Book Review!
Feb 1300:21:47Tap to summarizeTune in for this week’s episode, where I discuss Lucy by Jamaica Kincaid. I delve into Lucy’s migration from Antigua to New York to work as an au pair. I explore the book’s major themes—migration, colonialism, racism, and gender—and consider how history has influenced them and how they reflect the author’s own experiences. Tune in to learn more!
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Small Things like These-Book Review!
Jan 2300:18:49Tap to summarizeTune in to this week’s episode, where I discuss the book ‘Small Things Like These’ by Claire Keegan. This book offers a window into the 1980s Irish Free State and the culture of the towns surrounding the Magdalene laundries. You do not want to miss this episode!
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Discussion on South Caicos with Drexwell Seymour
Jan 900:19:20Tap to summarizeTune in for this week’s episode, where I talk with Drexwell Seymour about all things South Caicos! From its cultural history to its recent developments, this is an episode that will give you a great introduction to an island that is close to the heart of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
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Firestone
Nov 3000:25:40Tap to summarizeThis week I talk about Firestone- the corporation with the world's largest rubber plantation set in Liberia. I discuss the article by Professor Robtel Pailey on the conditions under which the plantation was established and the lasting effects of it. Tune in to learn more!
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Articles, Books & Classes
Oct 2700:18:16Tap to summarizeTune in for this episode where I talk about a recent article I read and how it has inspired me to read a book that I had given up on before-The Black Jacobins! I also share a tidbit that I learned from a recent class I took at LSE. Tune in to hear all about it!
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Oxford
Oct 600:17:02Tap to summarizeTune in for this week's episode, where I talk about Oxford University! I discuss the university's history and share some cute pics I took while visiting! This is a fun episode you won't want to miss!
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