How did a small strip of land on the southwestern coast of India become a melting pot of cultures, religions, and traditions? How did traders and explorers from distant lands shape its history, its society, and even its very soul? Why are these external influences so deeply interwoven into Kerala's identity, and why is this complex tapestry still not fully understood or appreciated?

Welcome to Malabaricus - a podcast that looks at the storied history of Kerala, through external colonial and trading influences. In the first season, we will be exploring the Arabs influence and the introduction of Islam to the state.

New episodes available every Monday.