In Episode 12 of Jaipur Bytes, author Stephen Alter discusses his 50-year writing career, sharing his disciplined routine of writing exactly 1,000 words daily in solitude. Born in the mountains, Alter frequently writes about the Himalaya, which he describes as a fragile, dynamic, and constantly eroding landscape rather than an eternal, immutable presence.

Addressing environmental concerns, Alter highlights the writer's responsibility to caution readers about preserving unspoiled landscapes. He speaks out against the destructive impact of excessive religious tourism and ill-managed development in the Himalayas. Watch now for a thoughtful conversation on nature writing, environmental conservation, and the responsibility of writers to speak up.

In Episode 11 of Jaipur Bytes, Khalid and Bharat of the Indian indie rock band Parvaaz take us through their journey of finding their identity, sound, and wings as a band.

From blending Kashmiri folk traditions with contemporary sounds to creating music without allowing algorithms to influence their artistic choices, Parvaaz shares an honest perspective on the changing music landscape.

Watch the full episode to hear Parvaaz talk about their music and the evolving world of Indian independent music. Tune in today!

Why do some films become part of who we are, while others simply disappear?

Join journalist and writer Poonam Saxena as she reflects on the emotional power of cinema, revisiting Sholay and exploring why certain films become part of our collective memory while others don’t. She discusses why memorable cinema is not necessarily about realism, but about creating a deep emotional response and becoming part of the mahol of its time.

The conversation also looks at how Hindi cinema has evolved, how audiences experience films differently today, and what has changed in the stories, characters, songs, and emotions that once defined mainstream cinema.

Tune in today!