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• Provincials: Postcards from the Peripheries - S2 Ep 11 with Sumana Roy

  In this episode of Books and Us, poet and essayist Sumana Roy ( Sumana Roy ), author of Provincials: Postcards from the Peripheries, joins us to explore the emotional and cultural landscapes of small-town life. Raised in Siliguri, Sumana reflects on what it truly means to be “provincial.”We discuss:The quiet power of provincial geographiesLiterary lives shaped by small townsWhether cosmopolitanism and provinciality can coexistSumana’s book explores the desires, ambitions, and uniquecharacteristics of people from the provinces — those often overlooked geographies where creativity quietly flourishes. Through literary and personal reflections, she connects us to poets, writers, and artists from around the world who emerged from small towns and villages, carrying their landscapes within them.Sumana’s other works include How I Became a Tree, VIP: Very Important Plant, and Out of Syllabus. Her writing has appeared in The Paris Review, Granta, and in many other publications.Tune in for a thought-provoking journey into the heart of the peripheries.Get the book here: https://amzn.in/d/fKQX120For inquiries to be part of our episodes, write to: ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠Join the ‘Books and Us Community' on Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19X2sQwnbU/⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/?utm_source=pwa_homescreen&__pwa=1⁠

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• Let's Talk Legacy - S2 E 10 with Monika Halan

  In this episode, we enter a different kind ofconversation—one that blends financial understanding with practical steps to ensure a loving and smooth transfer of legacy.We feature Let’s Talk Legacy: A Financial Planner forYour Loved Ones by Monika Halan (MonikaHalan – A trusted personal finance writer, speaker and television personality )  —a book that isn’t just read, butlived. As Monika reminds us, it’s a workbook you’ll return to again and again, revisiting the details of your financial life with growing awareness. It’s a companion, a gentle guide, and a sacred space for organising the information that often remains scattered or unspoken.Monika Halan is one of India’s most trusted voices inpersonal finance. A certified financial planner, she holds a master’s in economics from the Delhi School of Economics and a master’s in journalism studies from Cardiff University, UK. Her career spans over three decades, during which she has worn many hats—journalist, podcaster, TV anchor,chairperson of SEBI’s Advisory Committee for Investor Protection and Education, and author of three widely translated books.Buy the book from Amazon : https://amzn.in/d/6hW8QdoEmail us: [email protected]: https: https://www.instagram.com/booksandus_podcast?igsh=MXRoM3M2ZWZ4NTAz&utm_source=qr

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• Millets - The Trending Ancient Grains - S2 Ep9 with Dr. Kruti S. Dhirwani

  In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Kruti S. Dhirwani,a consulting homeopath, clinical nutritionist, and author of Millets - The Trending Ancient Grains. With over 15 years of experience, she is a passionate advocate for including millets in the diet. She discloses that these simple cereals are nature’s answer to many of the world’s problems. Whether itis wholesome nutrition or sustainable agriculture, millets can take care of these quite well. Very systematically, she deals with the various types of millets and their benefits in her book and also gives many easy-to-make recipes. Listen to her give her favourite recipe in the podcast. Dr. Kruti is the co-founder of Sunshine Homeopathy Clinic in Mumbai and the founder of wellness initiatives such as MagicOfMom.com and C.A.R.E., which focus on holistic women’s health. Her work bridges traditional wisdom and modern lifestyle through millets. . Learn more about her work at drkrutidhirwani.com, and follow her on  https://www.instagram.com/dr.krutidhirwani/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkruti/You can also check out her YouTube channel for more information on millets: https://youtu.be/ua6oxeon35k?feature=sharedBuy her book here: https://amzn.in/d/dWWPPzW For inquiries to be part of our episodes, write to: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Join the ‘Books and Us Community' on Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19X2sQwnbU/⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/?utm_source=pwa_homescreen&__pwa=1

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• Ragamala Paintings - S2 Ep 8 with Soma Ghosh and Dr Vijay Sharma

  Welcome to the 20th episode of Books and Us—and the 8th of Season 2! Though technically it’s the 21st, as we also released a special episode earlier in July! We've also completed two years since launching this podcast, having crossed 1000 streams and downloads. It may be a modest number, but every listen motivates us to keep going and exploring more compelling topics in the nonfiction category. Thank you for being part of this journey.In this episode, we take a different route. Rather than focusing on a single book, we’re diving into a cultural aspect that is perhaps long forgotten but has captivated me ever since I learned about it through my friend Sundip Sharma([email protected]), artist and promoter of miniature paintings based in Jaipur, Rajasthan. His father, Sumahendra (Mahendra Kumar Sharma), was a renowned Rajasthani painter who had also authored a book on the topic titled ‘Ragamala Chitra Parampara’ (Ragamala Painting Tradition). Sadly, that book is now out of print, but it led me to explore the vivid world of Ragamala paintings.These exquisite miniatures—mostly created in the 17th and 18th centuries—are perhaps the only artworks in the world that visually interpret classical Indian music. Their name, Ragamala, literally means 'a garland of melodies', and the paintings themselves are an evocative blend of rhythm, emotion, and visual storytelling.Joining us today are two remarkable guests who speak with deep knowledge. Ms Soma Ghosh ([email protected]), who works as a Librarian and Media Officer with the Salar Jung Museum, Hyderabad, has authored several research papers and e-books and shares rich insights into the origins and significance of Ragamala Paintings. We’re also joined by Dr Vijay Sharma ([email protected]), a master of the Pahari miniature tradition, who has created Ragamala paintings early in his career. He earlier worked at the Bhuri Singh Museum in Chamba. His understanding of visual form and heritage is a gift to this conversation.So, dive into the world of Ragamala paintings with us as we explore their origins at the intersection of music, art, and poetry. We hope this episode offers a window to India's artistic legacy which enriches us.  For inquiries to be part of our episodes, write to: [email protected] Join the ‘Books and Us Community' on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19X2sQwnbU/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/?utm_source=pwa_homescreen&__pwa=1 Follow us on X: https://x.com/booksnuspodcast?s=21&t=Ort3EEGS6sticSn18B1orw 

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• Mayan Routes Indian Roots - S2 | Bonus Episode with Vineet Kumar

  This special bonus episode is the first in a series of conversations with self-published authors. In this episode, we’re joined by the remarkable Vineet Kumar ( The Sunday Traveller – Bookmarked andBewildered ) - an author, army officer, and global explorer whose latest book 'Mayan Routes, Indian Roots', takes readers on a spellbinding journey across the ancient landscapes of Central America - Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and PanamaVineet recounts his recent adventure through these countries, which formed the area of the once-mighty Mayan civilization. Along the way, he uncovers surprising cultural and spiritual threads that tie the region to his own Indian heritage.A lieutenant colonel in the Indian Army, Vineet is also atrained special operations instructor, a UN Peacekeeper, a theatre actor, scuba diver, yoga devotee, and polyglot—making him, quite literally, a storyteller with a thousand lenses.“ The world is one,” he proposes as he narrates the different stories and philosophies he has uncovered during his journey. The episode is a rich blend of travel, geopolitics, history, and identity, seen through the eyes of a man who brings together ancient worlds with contemporary insight.📚 Mayan Routes, Indian Roots is published by Walnut Publication ( Publish, print, and sell your booksin 140+ countries. | WalnutPublication ) Buy the book on Amazon: https://amzn.in/d/azujNzDFor inquiries to be part of the bonus episodes, write to: [email protected] Join the ‘Books and Us’  Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19X2sQwnbU/Our Instagram page : https://www.instagram.com/booksandus_podcast?igsh=MXRoM3M2ZWZ4NTAz&utm_source=qr

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