For Old Times' Sake by Itihāsology Itihāsology Podcast

What are the kind of relationships that people establish during their interactions with monuments? It is inevitable to indulge in meaning-making when one stumbles upon the relics of the past. And in this episode, hosts Eric Chopra and Kudrat B. Singh talk about some of Delhi's monuments — the ghostly, fantastical, and evocative stories that surround them, and the connections we forge with history's most visible and prominent remnants. From the inhabitants of Malcha Mahal to the djinn-saints of Firoz Shah Kotla, tune in to hear Eric and Kudrat share some ‘monumental’ memories associated with Delhi’s heritage. 

The Kushan Empire was renowned for its patronage to the Gandhara and Mathura schools of art. Magnificent sculpture was thus produced in the early centuries of the Common Era. But what makes this art so impactful? And how was this artistic sophistication achieved? Eric and Kudrat explore these questions and decode the political and economic contexts of the magnificent Gandhara school of art in this episode. 



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Are you interested in history but baffled by its vastness? Are you writing your first academic paper, and could use some direction? Or just looking for fascinating suggestions for your next history read? Then tune in! In this episode, Eric and Kudrat take up some of the questions most frequently asked of itihāsology.

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In this episode, Eric and Kudrat look into the idea of the museum. The museum originated in India as a private, inaccessible space which recreated the fantasy of an exotic oriental landscape. Post-independence, India's museums transformed into doorways to the nation's history - open to all - invoking curiosity and wonder. The episode also bids farewell to the National Museum, New Delhi, where itihāsology has conducted museum walks throughout recent years and built a community of history aficionados. Discover Indian history with us!

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The year in 1886, the Colonial and India Exhibition unfolds in London, and is inaugurated by Queen Victoria. At the exhibition, various aspects showcasing the 'splendour' and 'antiquity' of India were put on display. Among these exhibits were actual Indians, including Tulsi Ram. His original purpose for travelling to London was to appeal to Queen Victoria for justice, but he ended up becoming a showpiece. How so? To know, join Eric Chopra and Kudrat Singh on this episode of For Old Times' Sake by Itihāsology as they talk about orientalism, the exoticisation of cultures, the historical presence of Indians in London during the colonial era, and the tragic story of Tulsi Ram.



Discover Indian history with us! Follow @itihasology for more fascinating stories and find Eric Chopra at @erichopra and Kudrat Singh at @kudratsingh on Instagram.

Meet the 'Dancing Girl' from Mohenjodaro - she's everywhere! She is one of the first historical masterpieces to say ‘hello’ to students when they get introduced to the enigmatic Harappan Civilization. She is the first museum object one gets to see as they enter the galleries of the National Museum in New Delhi. And she is even on the logo of Itihāsology! Join Eric Chopra and Kudrat Singh on this episode of For Old Time’s Sake as they discuss this iconic bronze figurine from one of the world's oldest civilizations. Get ready for the scoop on her discovery, the buzz around her, and the burning question—was she really ever dancing?

Discover Indian history with us! Follow @itihasology for more fascinating stories and find Eric Chopra at @erichopra and Kudrat Singh at @kudratsingh on Instagram.