Best Farheen Podcasts (2024)

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EP 67: Fatima Farheen Mirza 40:51

1M ago40:51

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Today, we have the pleasure of welcoming Fatima Farheen Mirza to our podcast. Fatima is the acclaimed author of the New York Times Bestseller novel, 'A Place for Us', which offers a profound and deeply insightful look into the lives of an Indian-American Muslim family navigating their cultural and personal identities in contemporary America. Her de…

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EP 66: Pakistani Hindus 1:37:04

2M ago1:37:04

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Millions of Hindus make up Pakistan's largest non Muslim minority, almost all of whom are underprivileged and live in the province of Sindh. They are treated as second-class citizens and are systematically discriminated in every aspect of life. Hindu women in Pakistan face double discrimination, most notably through forced conversions. These conver…

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EP 65: British Asians of the 1970s and 80s 1:00:33

3M ago1:00:33

1:00:33

During the 1970s and 80s in Britain, South Asians came together to protest against the violent racism and injustice they were facing from the government and from rising facist groups like the National Front. These South Asians, held rallies and marches, protested, and did whatever they had to do to defend and protect themselves. It is the story of …

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EP 64: Afghan Refugees in Pakistan 1:02:28

8M ago1:02:28

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In October, the government of Pakistan announced that it would expel all undocumented foreigners, including 1.7 million Afghans—one of the country’s largest immigrant communities. This includes those who were born in, brought up, married, had children, and then they raised their families, all within in Pakistan. Many of them had fled from the Talib…

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EP 63: Sid Sriram 55:33

9M ago55:33

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We sit with Indian-American musician, music producer, and songwriter Sid Sriram, who is currently one of the most popular playback singers in India and has recently released his English-language studio album, 'Sidharth'. Visit our Shop: https://shopbrownhistory.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://brownhistory.substack.com/ Become a patron: ht…

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EP 62: Christians of Kerala 56:19

1y ago56:19

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In India, Christians account for about 2% to 3% of the population. However, in the state of Kerala, Christians make up a remarkable 18% to 19% of the total population. And among them, Syrian Christians play a significant role, representing almost half of Kerala's Christian population. Although the Syrian Christians of Kerala are a minority, they ar…

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EP 61: The Rohingya 1:11:28

1y ago1:11:28

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The Rohingya are widely recognized as one of the most persecuted and vulnerable communities in the world. They are a people that much of the world keeps forgetting. For centuries, they called Burma/Myanmar their home, but being victims of persecution as a result of ethnic cleansing and genocide, they were forced to flee to neighbouring countries. a…

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EP 60: Asha Puthli 2:05:21

1y ago2:05:21

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Asha Puthli is a living legend. A musical pioneer, fashion icon, Studio 54 star, feminist, actor, environmentalist, and friends with everyone from Andy Warhol to Mikhail Gorbachev. She is cited by the New York Times as having been an inspiration to Donna Summer and Giorgio Moroder. As an actor she's worked with greats that include Merchant Ivory, L…

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EP 59: Portuguese Goa 1:05:32

1y ago1:05:32

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When we think of Goa, we usually think of beach parties, vacation, or that movie Dil Chahta Hai, but Goa was once the headquarters of the Portuguese empire in the East for 450 years. They were the first colonial powers in the subcontinent and the last ones to leave. The Portuguese brought a different face of Christianity and they used it to impose …

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EP 58: Saket Soni 1:06:38

1+ y ago1:06:38

1:06:38

In 2006, just after Hurrincan Katrina, hundreds of Indian workers were lured to the United States with false promises of a green card and forced to work under grueling working conditions at a shipyard in Mississippi. It would become one of the largest human trafficking schemes in U.S. history. When one of those workers called labor organizer Saket …

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EP 57: Manoj Bajpayee 54:10

1+ y ago54:10

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We sit with award-winning actor Manoj Bajpayee, known for his roles in films like Satya, Gangs of Wasseypur, Aligarh, and the most recent, Gulmohar, as well as leading the running hit series, The Family Man. Visit our Shop: https://shopbrownhistory.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://brownhistory.substack.com/ Become a patron: https://www.pat…

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EP 56: Smriti Mundhra 58:18

1+ y ago58:18

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We sit with Oscar- and Emmy-nominated filmmaker Smriti Mundhra, creator of the hit Netflix series 'Indian Matchmaking' and the four part docu-series 'The Romantics.' Visit our Shop: https://shopbrownhistory.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://brownhistory.substack.com/ Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/brownhistory Books covered on the…

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EP 55: Siddhartha Khosla 32:52

1+ y ago32:52

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We sit with 6 time Emmy-nominated film and television composer, Siddhartha Khosla, lead singer of critically acclaimed band, Goldspot, and the man behind musical scores of hit shows like This Is Us and Only Murders in the Building, and his most recent film, Gulmohar. Visit our Shop: https://shopbrownhistory.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https:/…

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EP 54: Israel and India 1:21:26

1+ y ago1:21:26

1:21:26

In 1948, when Israel declared itself as an independent state, it quickly sought for international recognition from other countries, including from a newly independent India. Nehru, who was Prime Minister then, was hesitant. Even Albert Einstein personally wrote to Nehru, requesting India’s support but Nehru declined. Instead, India allied itself wi…

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EP 53: Caste in America 45:48

1+ y ago45:48

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Did you know that a survey done in 2016 on caste in America revealed that one in three Dalits in the United States reported being discriminated against during their education? Did you know that same survey revealed that one out of four Dalits in America said they had faced verbal or physical assault based on their caste? Did you know that it also r…

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EP 52: Asif Kapadia 1:21:09

1+ y ago1:21:09

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We sit with award-winning filmmaker Asif Kapadia, who works across both film and television, and has firmly established himself as one of the world’s most popular and celebrated documentarians. His documentaries include Senna, Diego Maradona, and Amy which won Best Music Film at the Grammy Awards and Best Documentary Feature at the Academy Awards. …

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EP 51: South India vs. North India 1:03:34

1+ y ago1:03:34

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Take the average child born in South India and the average child born in North India; one will live a healthier, wealthier, more secure life than the other, all because of which side of the country they happened to be born and raised in. We sit with data scientist Nilakantan RS, author of 'SOUTH vs NORTH : India’s Great Divide' and discuss why ther…

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Ep. 46: Who is your best adviser? 3 pieces of advice that make you your best adviser. 8:24

1+ y ago8:24

8:24

It's easy to advise others, and we all do. But, how many of us direct those valuable pearls toward ourselves?Evidently, very few!Most people look up to others and wish someone could offer them advice on how to live life, navigate all that gets thrown their way, and what to make of their life journey.You don't need anyone from the outside to guide y…

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EP 50: The Hijra under British Rule 54:29

1+ y ago54:29

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We sit with Jessica Hinchy, author of 'Governing Gender and Sexuality in Colonial India', and discuss the Hijra community during colonial rule. When the British ruled the subcontinent, one of their preferred methods of control was classification; they grouped and categorized people, reducing them inside their boxes. However, the British were not ab…

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EP 49: Sheila Chandra 55:51

1+ y ago55:51

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We sit with British vocalist Sheila Chandra who first created waves in 1982 when she and her band, 'Monsoon,' reached number 12 in the UK charts with their single "Ever So Lonely." She was only around 16 years old at the time. The band split up and Chandra embarked on a solo career and released several albums. In 2002, she was featured in the movie…

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Ep. 45: What is being more than good enough? 5 times, believe in yourself as one of a kind. 8:12

2y ago8:12

8:12

It's an irony that many intelligent people are oblivious of their smartness. They second guess themselves at the drop of a hat.On the other hand, you also come across not-so-smart people who can't stop bragging about themselves. Charles Bukowski echoed a similar thought when he said, "The problem with the world is that the intelligent people are fu…

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EP 48: Opium and Colonialism 1:05:22

2y ago1:05:22

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We sit with Thomas Manuel, author of ‘Opium Inc.: How a Global Drug Trade Funded the British Empire,’ and discuss the historic opium trade which unleased two wars, and ultimately shaped human history. Get the book: https://amzn.to/45AKtfX Visit our Shop: https://shopbrownhistory.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://brownhistory.substack.com/ B…

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EP 47: Nisha Pahuja 31:16

2y ago31:16

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We sit with award-winning Canadian documentary filmmaker Nisha Pahuja whose works include Diamond Road, The World Before Her, and her latest, To Kill A Tiger. Visit our Shop: https://shopbrownhistory.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://brownhistory.substack.com/ Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/brownhistory Books covered on the podcas…

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Ep.44: 3 things you should always protect and never compromise 7:14

2y ago7:14

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Some things define who you are and what your life is all about that you must consider sacred and never sacrifice. Your life is all about your choices, and the right choices empower you to create happiness in your life and live the way you want to."One life is all we have, and we live it as we believe in it. But to sacrifice what you are and to live…

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EP 46: Vinay Shukla 33:03

2y ago33:03

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We sit with filmmaker Vinay Shukla, director of the award-winning documentary 'An Insignificant Man', and his latest, 'While We Watched.' Visit our Shop: https://shopbrownhistory.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://brownhistory.substack.com/ Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/brownhistory Books covered on the podcast so far: https://amz…

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EP 45: Nandita Das 29:53

2y ago29:53

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We sit with filmmaker, actor, and social advocate Nandita Das and discuss her life, works, and her latest directorial film, 'Zwigato'. Visit our Shop: https://shopbrownhistory.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://brownhistory.substack.com/ Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/brownhistory Books covered on the podcast so far: https://amzn.t…

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EP 44: Blasphemy with Adeel Hussain 1:01:38

2y ago1:01:38

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In today’s episode, we sit with Adeel Hussain, author of ‘Revenge, Politics and Blasphemy in Pakistan', and take a deep dive into the history of Blasphemy in South Asia, specifically Pakistan. We trace the history of blasphemy from colonial India to present times and look at how big of a role blasphemy has played, and still plays, in politics, soci…

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EP 43: Descendants of Partition with Aanchal Malhotra 54:59

2y ago54:59

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We sit with Aanchal Malhotra, author of 'In the Language of Remembering: The Inheritance of Partition,' and discuss how Partition is preserved and passed down through generations, and how the ramifications of Partition still spread and manifest within families, communities, and nations. Get the book: https://amzn.to/3OD8MUF Visit our Shop: https://…

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Ep. 43: What is self-respect? 3-steps to respect yourself. 5:39

2y ago5:39

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Self-respect is when you recognize that no one knows you better than yourself, and your opinion about yourself should be valued above someone you don't know that well or even if you do know them well.Check out my self-development website https://literallyyou.art.blog/Check out my personal life guidance blogs https://link.medium.com/QlvSvGaXPsb Foll…

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EP 42: Satyajit Ray with Meenakshi Shedde 39:14

2y ago39:14

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We sit with award-winning film critic Meenakshi Sheedi and discuss the life and works of legendary film director Satyajit Ray. Visit our Shop: https://shopbrownhistory.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://brownhistory.substack.com/ Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/brownhistory Books covered on the podcast so far: https://amzn.to/42TH76…

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EP 41: Dur E Aziz Amna 45:25

2y ago45:25

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We sit with writer Dur E Aziz Amna, author of her debut novel, 'American Fever,' and discuss her writing, her cross-cultural experiences and much more. Get the book: https://amzn.to/3RFANwc Visit our Shop: https://shopbrownhistory.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://brownhistory.substack.com/ Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/brownhist…

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EP 40: Obeah and Hosay in the Caribbean with Aisha Khan 1:12:55

2y ago1:12:55

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We sit with Aisha Khan, author of 'The Deepest Dye: Obeah, Hosay, and Race in the Atlantic World,' and discuss the religious practises of Obeah and Hosay in the Caribbean and dive into the concepts of identity and race. Get the book: https://amzn.to/3F0ISEa Visit our Shop: https://shopbrownhistory.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://brownhist…

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EP 39: Mira Nair 46:42

2y ago46:42

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We sit with world-renowned filmmaker Mira Nair. Her films include Monsoon Wedding, The Namesake, Mississippi Masala, and Salaam Bombay for which she was nominated for an Oscar. Visit our Shop: https://shopbrownhistory.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://brownhistory.substack.com/ Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/brownhistory Books cov…

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Ep. 42: Which famous advice do you need not follow?3 pieces of advice which are too good to be true 13:06

2y ago13:06

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If you are also a human being, surviving on this planet chances are that you must have come across a lot of advice in your lifetime. Moreover, must have definitely been advised something that practically seemed equivocal to you.I do not promote the idea of Elon Musk who says that if you are working 40 hours, you should be doing 100 hours because yo…

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EP 38: Kunal Nayyar 34:31

2y ago34:31

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We sit with 'The Big Bang Theory' star Kunal Nayyar. Visit our Shop: https://shopbrownhistory.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://brownhistory.substack.com/ Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/brownhistory Books covered on the podcast so far: https://amzn.to/42TH768By Brown History Podcast

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Ep. 41: What I am? 4 Philosophies on finding "self". Be credible than being right. 10:17

2y ago10:17

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Some would say you are godly like heaven, while others would say, you are vicious like venom.You don't need to be the right or don't even try to be the right person for anyone. Because in the very beginning it's your credibility that makes you matter something to someone and in the end also it's only the credibility of a person that matters. Be som…

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Ep. 40: Silence is power! Because less is more. Top 4 benefits of being silent. 9:57

2y ago9:57

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The ancient philosopher Pythagoras once stated: "A fool is known by his speech, and a wise man by silence,"Silence is all-encompassing means it is comprehensive and includes everything, silence is: mysterious but clear. soothing but painful, idle but useful, consenting but rebellious, and elusive but accessible to anyone.And keeping silent also has…

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Ep. 39: 3 ways, how reading can change your perspective moreover life. WHY READ MORE? 6:53

2y ago6:53

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Books go into so much detail about whole other worlds. So, in your brain, you would have that kind of space for people, places, connections, histories, and stories that are just as real as you have lived those experiences by yourself. Reading lets you focus on all the tiny yet quite significant things or the type of people in your surroundings.Read…

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EP. 38: What is UN-LEARNING? 7 lessons you should learn to unlearn 8:42

2y ago8:42

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UNLEARNING IS COMPARATIVELY MORE PRODUCTIVE THAN LEARNING. 7 lessons you should learn to unlearn:1. TRYING TO CHANGE PEOPLE2. YELLING TO GET YOUR WAY3. IGNORING YOUR NEEDS4. TRYING TO WIN AN ARGUMENT5. COMPARING TO OTHERS6. NEGATIVE SELF TALK7. SELF SABOTAGINGVisit my Sa elf-development dedicated website with a free wall art printable with every bl…

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Ep. 37: 5 issues with Productivity. Times, when productivity is too good to be true. 7:13

2y ago7:13

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Productivity is too good to be true. And, this idea came from a simple idea that more of a good thing is better. But we forget that the further we go down the rabbit hole the less innocent things become.#1: Productivity generates conditional self-love#2: Productivity pushes you to achieve what other people achieve#3: Productivity distracts your com…

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Ep. 36: How much feeling is not too much feeling? 3 ways to manage your emotional intensity. 7:10

2y ago7:10

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It is not a problem if you feel too much. It's high time for you to learn that you appreciate your emotional intensity and passion of yours. After all, one day this pain will all pass.#1 Ignore#2 Chase #3 EmbraceVisit my Self-development dedicated website with free wall art printable with every blog. https://literallyyou.art.blog/ Join the challeng…

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EP 37: South Asian Ghost Stories with Azania Imtiaz Khatri-Patel 47:27

2+ y ago47:27

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Ghost stories can reveal the fringes of our resentments and anxieties, the essence of our collective fears and hopes, and the things societies keeps repressed. On this episode, we sit with Azania Imtiaz Khatri-Patel and analzye the ghost stories from South Asia. Visit our Shop: https://shopbrownhistory.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://brow…

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Ep. 35: 3 THINGS I WISH I KNEW IN MY 20's 7:26

2+ y ago7:26

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A lot of things change in our 20's. And, eventually, we realized that we think of ourselves and our life the wrong way.However, I have not completed the decade of my 20's. Still, I have found this exercise which helps me gain clarity on a lot of things. So, I thought of putting it out for all of you, my listeners. Not just in our 20s but way before…

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EP 36: Jinder Mahal 31:51

2+ y ago31:51

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We sit with WWE former champion Jinder Mahal and discuss his wrestling journey as well as his recent acting debut on the TV series Big Sky. Visit our Shop: https://shopbrownhistory.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://brownhistory.substack.com/ Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/brownhistory Books covered on the podcast so far: https://a…

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Ep. 34: 3 Major things school does not teach you but books do. 7:09

2+ y ago7:09

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School is a learning hub for every one of us in the most precious times of our life, the growing age of our life. Have you ever thought of things that school has not taught you? There are many things that we learn from school. Unfortunately, there are enormous relevant moreover crucial concepts of life which school doesn't put any effort in teachin…

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EP 35: Partition with Aanchal Malhotra 1:23:36

2+ y ago1:23:36

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We sit with Aanchal Malhotra, author of 'Remnants of Partition: 21 Objects from a Continent Divided,' and discuss the Partition of 1947. Get the book: https://amzn.to/3EXVADF Visit our Shop: https://shopbrownhistory.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://brownhistory.substack.com/ Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/brownhistory Books cover…

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Ep. 33: How to let go of what people think of you? 3 Reasons why to let it go. 6:19

2+ y ago6:19

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It feels so funny as well as weird that how could we not gather the courage to pursue something that we really want to do just because we are bothered about what people would think.Admit to yourself that it is you who want to do something for yourself which actually matters more than anyone's opinion, suggestion, or judgment.Realizing this, and thi…

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Ep. 32: Be your own therapist with CBT: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy 9:16

2+ y ago9:16

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a talking therapy that can help you manage your problems by changing the way you think and behave. It's a very active, or I may say; a proactive way of dealing with your life issues.I think it's good not to have anyone at your service all the time to deal with your issues. Be self-sufficient and learn how to wo…

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Ep. 31: 3 tips on how to build a life you love. 9:19

2+ y ago9:19

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Don't settle anything less than what you deserve. Don't settle for what seems okay, mediocrity, or even average. Rather, keep pushing your boundaries, dream big and reach out to something that you truly want.Because you only have this one life. I know it sounds a bit cliche. But it is what it is!These tips would help you live a life you love which …

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EP 34: Jai Wolf 1:08:19

2+ y ago1:08:19

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We sit with Bangladeshi-American music producer Sajeeb Saha, known by his stage name, Jai Wolf. Visit our Shop: https://shopbrownhistory.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://brownhistory.substack.com/ Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/brownhistory Books covered on the podcast so far: https://amzn.to/42TH768…

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