Thoughts with Lakshman

Lakshman Sibal
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Welcome to my podcast. I’ll discuss a few topics related to German that I find particularly interesting. We’ll focus on German history, culture and language learning. I hope you enjoy listening to me!

  1. 11/16/2021

    Thoughts with Lakshman #39: Jesse Owens and the 1936 Berlin Olympics

    In this episode, I focus on the 1936 Berlin Olympics and how the Nazi’s tried to use these Games to promote their ideology. I also discuss Jesse Owens’ success, and how he symbolized hope for those who believed in the values of equality and opportunity.

    30 min

  2. 10/27/2021

    Thoughts with Lakshman #38: Helene Mayer: A Jewish Champion in Nazi Germany

    In this episode, I discuss Helen Mayer, a jew who competed in the 1936 Berlin Olympics for Germany.

    23 min

  3. 10/12/2021

    Thoughts with Lakshman #37: Why did Germans Invent Fanta During WWII?

    In this episode, I explore the creation of Fanta from food scraps under the Third Reich, and the development of Fanta into a world-famous soft drink.

    17 min

  4. 09/30/2021

    Thoughts with Lakshman #36: The Development of Different Dialects and Accents in Germany and Eastern Europe

    In this episode, I examine the development of different dialects and accents.

    20 min

  5. 09/21/2021

    Thoughts with Lakshman #35: Basketry and Chinese Bamboo Weaving

    In this episode, I explore different methods of basketry and the evolution of Chinese bamboo weaving.

    19 min

  6. 09/06/2021

    Thoughts with Lakshman #34: Native American Art and the Regional Cultural Differences

    In this episode, I explore Native American art and the different variations of sculptures and paintings in different tribes.

    29 min

  7. 08/12/2021

    Thoughts with Lakshman #33: Sausages and Sausage Dogs in Germany

    In this episode of the podcast, I explore the importance of dachsunds and bratwurst to German culture.

    22 min

  8. 07/28/2021

    Thoughts with Lakshman #32: The Origins of West German Democracy

    In this episode, I cover the origins of West German democracy, and the impact of state-produced propaganda films.

    41 min
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Welcome to my podcast. I’ll discuss a few topics related to German that I find particularly interesting. We’ll focus on German history, culture and language learning. I hope you enjoy listening to me!

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  • Creator
    Lakshman Sibal
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Lakshman Sibal
  • Show Website
    Thoughts with Lakshman