23 FEB 2021 · In this amazing episode, Gabrielle share stories directly from northeastern China, near the borderlines with Russia and North Korea! We talk about culture, politics, food, lock-down and much more - press play and come with us! Here are some references kindly pointed out by our invitee: Political structure: Administrative Division of China: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Administrative_divisions_of_China Chinese Dishes: 1. The 15 Most Popular Chinese Dishes: https://www.chinahighlights.com/travelguide/chinese-food/eight-chinese-dishes.htm 2. Guo bao rou (Northeastern Chinese dish): https://www.theworldofchinese.com/2012/02/guobaorou-the-pork-dish-of-the-gods/ 3. Tangyuan: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tangyuan_(food) Popular Chinese Sports Popular Sports in China: https://www.ispo.com/en/markets/id_79708806/these-are-the-most-popular-sports-in-china.html Music: 1. The Butterfly Lovers mp3: https://chinesemusicworld.com/media/guzheng-%E5%8F%A4%E7%AD%9D/the-butterfly-lovers-%E6%A2%81%E7%A5%9D%E5%8F%A4%E7%AD%9D%E6%9B%B2-liang-zhu-guzheng-%E5%8F%A4%E7%AD%9D%E6%9B%B2/ 2. Guzheng (the instrument for the Butterfly Lovers above): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guzheng 3.The story of butterfly lovers: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Butterfly_Lovers Soundtracks in the background used under the guidance of "fair use", implying that they (i) have no impact in the commercial context of the songs, (ii) do not intend to concur with the authorized providers and (iii) are not the focus of this podcast: https://youtu.be/WSQLPf9Vb7I (Beautiful Chinese Music - Guzheng & Bamboo Flute, Instrumental Zen)

2 FEB 2021 · In this episode, Danial draws an unexpected Pakistani landscape - a beautiful country with mountains and beaches from where Polo comes as well as some challenges regarding inequalities and politics! Most of the people speak Urdu, which is a relatively recent language absorbing influences from nearby cultures (Danial showed how it sounds like). Islam is majoritarian but other religions have their share of followers. Cricket is the national sport, the rivalry with India is historic - and the current President, besides being an Oxford PPE alumnus, holds the status of a cricket legend. Danial also points out some cultural and touristic suggestions - foreigners are specially welcome and well cared there. After listening to him, some stereotypes will be challenged and Pakistan (with emphasis in the second syllable) will turn out as a place you wanna see! Information about Danial's recommendations: Musics: Coke Studio Season 9 - Afreen Afreen https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7tsJ8-JdH8 Bahas Aai to Jaisay - Tina Sani https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQSfEKzsP8o Article on the energy potential in Pakistani Provinces: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/283109644_Evaluating_wind_energy_potential_in_Pakistan's_three_provinces_with_proposal_for_integration_into_national_power_grid Jinnah (Movie): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jinnah_(film) Nanda Parbat - residence of the villain Ra's al Ghul (Batman): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nanda_Parbat Soundtracks in the background used under the guidance of "fair use", implying that they (i) have no impact in the commercial context of the songs, (ii) do not intend to concur with the authorized providers and (iii) are not the focus of this podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8xdV3-bHv8 (A melodious rendition of this famous couplet of FAIZ AHMED FAIZ) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eaqM4RL3W54&t=433s (A touch of class - Instrumental songs by Nisar Bazmi)

2 FEB 2021 · In this episode, Abhiram takes us to the amazing Kerala - an Indian province located in the very southern tip of the country! They have a different language from other provinces amid a multicultural context. Hinduism, Christianity and Islam have a similar share of followers. Cricket, Hockey and Football are placed as the top sports - but the surprise comes with the cultural recommendations. Abhiram also brings a comprehensible political landscape of both India and Kerala. At the end of this episode, you will surely think about traveling to there! Information about Abhiram's recommendations: On the movie Sudani from Nigeria: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sudani_from_Nigeria Soundtrack: https://youtu.be/EpDQwFn2ilI Trailer: https://youtu.be/EHyaTJGmN4k On the movie Kumbalangi Nights: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kumbalangi_Nights Trailer: https://youtu.be/3P4BFBSafF0 Rang De Basanti Trailesr: https://youtu.be/QHhnhqxB4E8 Book God of Small Things: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_God_of_Small_Things Book India After Gandhi: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/India_After_Gandhi Soundtracks in the background used under the guidance of "fair use", implying that they (i) have no impact in the commercial context of the songs, (ii) do not intend to concur with the authorized providers and (iii) are not the focus of this podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-A0zKagwe8 (On this auspicious occasion of #Onam​ we are delighted to bring you our take on the beautiful song ‘#shyamasundara​..’ which sings rich heritage and culture of #Kerala​, The gods own country.) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkF3oxziUI4 (Led Zeppelin - Stairway to Heaven)