The world is full of stories—some told, some hidden, and some that challenge everything we believe. Call Him Curious is where we bring those stories to life.
Hosted by Shikhar Varshney, a seasoned podcaster, radio host, and storyteller from Hindustan Times, this show is about asking the questions no one dares to. From deep dives into Indian culture, art, business, and technology to candid conversations with creators, leaders, and change-makers—we’re here to fuel your curiosity.
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The world is full of stories—some told, some hidden, and some that challenge everything we believe. Call Him Curious is where we bring those stories to life.
Hosted by Shikhar Varshney, a seasoned podcaster, radio host, and storyteller from Hindustan Times, this show is about asking the questions no one dares to. From deep dives into Indian culture, art, business, and technology to candid conversations with creators, leaders, and change-makers—we’re here to fuel your curiosity.
Hit subscribe and join the journey of curiosity, knowledge, and unfiltered conversations.
In the latest episode of Call Him Curious podcast, host Shikhar Varshney is in conversation with author Ami Ganatra who delves into the aftermath of the Mahabharata war, shedding light on the Pandavas' final journey, the roles of Dronacharya, Bhishma, and Parashurama, and the complexities of Karna's character. Discover how Draupadi's portrayal has evolved and unravel the mysteries surrounding Gandhari's 101 children. Gain fresh perspectives on the necessity of the war and the nuanced character of Shakuni.
Timestamps:
0:00 - 1:29 - Teaser
1:30 - 4:30 - What happened after the war?
4:31 - 8:20 - Pandavon ka aakhiri ansh
8:21 - 9:37 - Was Dronacharya unfair?
9:38 - 13:13 - Dronacharya vs. Bhishma vs. Parashurama
13:14 - 16:58 - Karna ki kya galti thi?
16:59 - 24:28 - Did Karna have a victim mentality?
24:29 - 28:29 - Did TV play around Draupadi's image?
28:30 - 31:25 - Mahabharat kaise sunayi gayi?
31:26 - 35:35 - How could Gandhari conceive 101 kids?
35:36 - 41:44 - Karna was loyal to himself!
41:45 - 45:05 - Why was the war necessary?
45:06 - 46:50 - Why did Krishna need Hanuman in the war?
46:51 - 53:10 - Shakuni wasn't that bad
53:11 - 57:00 - Kuch toh log kahenge
57:01 - End - Final thoughts
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Call Him Curious
The world is full of stories—some told, some hidden, and some that challenge everything we believe. Call Him Curious is where we bring those stories to life.
Hosted by Shikhar Varshney, a seasoned podcaster, radio host, and storyteller from Hindustan Times, this show is about asking the questions no one dares to. From deep dives into Indian culture, art, business, and technology to candid conversations with creators, leaders, and change-makers—we’re here to fuel your curiosity.
Hit subscribe and join the journey of curiosity, knowledge, and unfiltered conversations.
