HistoryShots by ThisDay

By ThisDay.app

We bring new stories from Indian history, heritage, art, and culture every day!

From stories of iconic Indian freedom fighters to Maharajas who rebelled against the British, and from how certain Ind... more

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The podcast currently has 325 episodes available.

HistoryShots by ThisDay episodes:

January 15, 2023 KD Jadhav | Dawn of the Pocket Dynamo
Who was the first Olympic medal winner in Independent India? How was his journey to the international stage? Listen to the impressive story of KD Jadhav - a man who wrestled his way to glory.
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4min
January 14, 2023 Kai Po Che | Indian Festivals on 14th January
The story behind the fun and frolic of Makar Sankranti. A closer look at why the 14th of January is such an important date to Indians!
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4min
January 13, 2023 The Story of Gandhi's Last Satyagraha
Mahatma Gandhi took the way of Satyagrahas to gain independence for India. However, do you know that these Satyagrahas did not stop even after we attained freedom? This is the story of Bapu's last stand - the final satyagraha of MK Gandhi
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4min
January 12, 2023 Swami Vivekananda | The Monk who Shook Chicago
Swami Vivekananda was an incredible human being with exceptional talents, interests, and a spiritual awakening unlike any other. Here is an excerpt from the life and times of the monk who addressed Americans as his 'brothers and sisters'.
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4min
January 11, 2023 Ching Thang Khomba | Raslila and the Royal Touch
The story of Ching Thang Khomba AKA Maharaja Bhagyachandra - the man who codified the Manipuri dance form! Ching is said to be the prime reason for the spread of Vaishnavite tradition and Krishna bhakti in the Manipur region.
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3min
January 10, 2023 Madhusudan Gupta and the First Indian Dissection
The story of Madhusudan Gupta and the first ever Indian dissection!
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4min
January 09, 2023 Breaking The Ice - India in Antarctica
Imagine the early 80s - a period of political tumultuousness in India, but also a period of great scientific advances. Before Rakesh Sharma set foot on the moon, a team of Indian scientists landed in Antarctica! This is the story of India's first expedition to the coldest continent.
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4min
January 08, 2023 Saeed Jaffrey | A Stalwart of Indian Cinema
Be it his trailblazing performance in Satyajit Ray's Shatranj Ke Khiladi, or be it his subtle cameo in Chashme Baddoor, Saeed Jaffrey was a mainstay when it came to character acting in Hindi Cinema throughout the 70s and the 80s. Here's a look at the life of this icon!
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7min
January 07, 2023 Irrfan Khan | One in a Billion
Irrfan Khan was born to act. He left behind a legacy that is hard to parallel. In this episode, we take a closer look at the life and times of this genius of an actor.
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3min
January 06, 2023 AR Rahman | Story of the Maestro
AR Rahman is a true-blue legend in the world of Indian music. Be it his all-time classic Jai Ho that rocked the west, or be it his hits tracks such as those in Dil Se and Rang De Basanti, AR Rahman is known for a variety of different musical accomplishments. This is his story!
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FAQs about HistoryShots by ThisDay:

How many episodes does HistoryShots by ThisDay have?

The podcast currently has 325 episodes available.