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A Century Of Stories IVM Podcasts
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Dive into India’s untold tales with ‘A Century of Stories’ presented by IDFC First Bank. From ISRO’s first steps to IPL’s unsung heroes, Kunal Vijayakar unveils the behind-the-scenes moments that shaped modern India. Watch the stories come alive on YouTube or let the tales enthrall you on your favorite podcast apps. This isn’t history – it’s the backstory.
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E49 : PT Usha | The Original Olympic Icon
Welcome to another episode of A Century Of Stories presented by IDFC FIRST Bank!
Discover the incredible journey of PT Usha, from a 20-year-old Olympic trailblazer to the powerhouse leading India's Olympic dreams. This video explores how a village girl became India's 'Golden Girl' of track and field, nearly clinching an Olympic medal in 1984. Now, as head of the Indian Olympic Association, she's racing towards a new finish line. Watch PT Usha's inspiring sprint through history!
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New episodes out every Monday!
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E48 : APJ Abdul Kalam | A Dream of Flying
Welcome to another episode of A Century Of Stories presented by IDFC FIRST Bank!
APJ Abdul Kalam is a name that resonates throughout India's scientific and political history. From leading India's missile program to becoming the nation's 11th President, he redefined leadership and inspiration. This aerospace engineer turned 'Missile Man' left an indelible mark on science and governance. How did a boy who missed the Air Force exam by one rank become India's most beloved President?
Watch how this extraordinary visionary navigated his journey from Pokhran-II to piloting a fighter jet as President, and earned India's highest civilian honours.
Discover the story of a man who dreamed of flight and soared beyond the stars. Subscribe for more such inspiring stories of Indian luminaries!
#APJAbdulKalam #MissileMan #PeoplesPresident #IndianScience #AerospaceEngineering #ACenturyOfStories
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E47 : Chuni Goswami | A Master of Two Sports
Welcome to another episode of A Century Of Stories presented by IDFC FIRST Bank!
Chuni Goswami is a name that echoes through Indian sports history. From leading India to Asian Games glory in 1962 to dominating the cricket field, he redefined athletic versatility. This football legend turned exceptional cricketer and left an indelible mark on both sports. Is there anything Chuni Goswami couldn't do?
Watch how this inspiring athlete navigated his sporting life, and subscribe for more such stories!
#ChuniGoswami #IndianSports #maidaan #FootballLegend
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E46 : RD Burman - The King of Bollywood Music
Welcome to another episode of A Century Of Stories presented by IDFC FIRST Bank!
Join us on a nostalgia-filled trip as host Kunal Vijayakar takes us on the journey of how RD Burman, also known as Pancham Da, introduced disco, funk, and rock to Bollywood with iconic songs like ‘Oh Haseena Zulfon Wali’ and ‘Mehbooba O Mehbooba’.
Legendary RD Burman was known for blending traditional Indian instruments with jazzy trumpets, groovy guitars, and rock and roll - creating a sound all his own.
Watch till the end to know his innovative spirit and influence on Bollywood, and how his legacy still continues to inspire us!!
Tell us in the comments your favourite RD Burman song, and don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more such stories!
#RDBurman #MusicLegend #PanchamDa #Bollywood
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E45 : The Comeback of Mary Kom
Welcome to another episode of A Century Of Stories presented by IDFC FIRST Bank!
In today’s episode, we share the amazing comeback of an Indian boxing legend - the Magnificent Mary Kom. From being a mother of three to winning six World Championships, she's defied age and all odds.
Watch the video till the end to witness why she's called "Magnificent Mary" and discover her journey from setbacks to incredible victories.
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#MaryKom #BoxingLegend #BoxingChampion #SportsHistory #ACenturyOfStories
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E44 : Amartya Sen: Redefining The Idea of Development
Welcome to another episode of A Century Of Stories presented by IDFC FIRST Bank!
In today's episode, we take you through the life of Amartya Sen, a young boy who became a global thought leader in economics and won the Nobel Prize and Bharat Ratna. His Nobel Prize-winning ideas have challenged and changed the definition of poverty and development.
Watch the video till the end to understand Amartya Sen's revolutionary 'Capabilities Approach' and his advocacy on education, healthcare, and equality.
Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more enlightening stories! New episodes out every Monday!
#ACenturyOfStories #AmartyaSen #NobelPrize #Economics
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