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☆ ☆ Infotainment for the Curious ☆ ☆ This passion project is an attempt is to learn something from every conversation I have & for me all conversations matter ! .From the famous & Not so, from the Established & the Not So, from the Average joe and also the Smart! This elevated talk show is the passion of a luxury marketeer & a corporate nomad (me)... dedicated to unique, interesting & fascinating stories of people, businesses, and untold anecdotes! Views of our Guests are welcome! ☆☆ "We are the product of our history." - Shweta Satpathy ☆☆

  1. MAY 11

    Exploring Almora’s Ancient Temples & Hidden Caves

    From the prehistoric rock paintings of Lakhudiyar Caves to the sacred forests of Jageshwar Dham, this episode explores the spiritual, historical and human landscapes of Kumaon beyond tourism. Journey through Almora as we visit Kasar Devi Temple, Chitai Golu Devta Temple and the ancient temple clusters of Jageshwar, while also exploring migration, village life and cultural identity in Katarmal Village. A cinematic exploration of Uttarakhand’s mythology, architecture, spirituality and Himalayan culture through slow travel storytelling. Special thanks to the Archaeological Survey of India and Ministry of Culture, Government of India for supporting this journey. If you enjoy cinematic Indian heritage 🇮🇳, ancient history, spiritual geography, architecture, anthropology, slow travel and Himalayan culture — subscribe to Shweta’s Talkies for more journeys across India’s forgotten civilizational landscapes 🎬✨🌐 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shwetas_talkies/🎧 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Shwetastalkies💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shwetasatpathy/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572020330682🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/shwetas_talkies?s=21🎬 Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/user229859187👻 Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/shwetastalkies📌 Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/shwetastalkies/

    30 min

  2. APR 20

    How Did He Lose 84 Villages and End Up in Jail? 😳

    84 Villages Lost. 34 Years Sober. The Truth About Addiction. Navin Ansal speaks with exceptional honesty about power, privilege, and the quiet erosion of control.An established legacy businessman, once a feudal lord, and a former alcoholic, he had access, influence, and every advantage. Yet addiction found its way in, not as a crisis, but as a slow, almost invisible shift.This is not a story about alcohol.It is a story about control, denial, and reconstruction.Raised in an environment where excess was normalised, the descent did not announce itself. It evolved. Amid a period of external unrest, including the backdrop of Punjab’s turbulence, the real turning point remained internal.What followed was devastating:🔹 Personal relationships deteriorated 💔🔹 Personality and decision-making changed under alcohol 🧠🔹 Inherited assets were lost — including 84 villages 🏚️🔹 Arrests across geographies, including drunk driving in Malibu 🚔🔹 Detention in Delhi and external chaos amid unrest in Punjab ⚠️🔹 Family enablement and social stigma deepened the cycle 😔Through a 12 step program, he began the long, disciplined journey of rebuilding.In this deeply revealing conversation, we explore How addiction reshapes personality and decision making The weight of social stigmaAnd the rigour required to sustain sobriety over decades34 years later, this is no longer recovery. This is transformation.This episode is for anyone trying to understand:🍷 Alcohol addiction🧠 Addiction psychology🙏 12-step recovery💪 Sobriety discipline⚖️ Consequences of denial❤️ Family dynamics in addiction🎥 Watch till the end for one of the most honest conversations ever recorded on addiction and sobriety.👍 Like, Comment & Subscribe for more long-form conversations on transformation, recovery and human behavior.Also, do follow us on our other social media platforms for more updates!🌐 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shwetas_talkies/🎧 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Shwetastalkies💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shwetasatpathy/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572020330682🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/shwetas_talkies?s=21🎬 Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/user229859187👻 Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/shwetastalkies📌 Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/shwetastalkies/⚠️ Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest are solely their own and are shared for personal, educational and awareness purposes. This content does not promote or encourage alcohol use. Viewer discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, please seek professional help or contact a qualified recovery support service.#shwetastalkies #howtoquitalcohol #navinansal #history

    56 min

  3. MAR 28

    ⭐ What’s Hidden Inside This Rare Money Collection?

    ⭐ What’s Hidden Inside This Rare Money Collection? Rezwan Razack — Joint Chairman of Prestige Group — steps away from building skylines to preserve something far more timeless: history captured in currency. 🏙️📜 From humble beginnings in Bangalore to becoming a city builder, his journey takes an unexpected turn inside his office — home to one of India’s most fascinating private collections of banknotes. 💰✨ Spanning empires, partitions, princely states, and modern India, each note carries a story — not of wealth, but of time, change, and legacy. From Hyderabad state currency to early RBI notes and even Pakistan issues, this collection is a walk through history itself. This isn’t just collecting. It’s curation. 🏛️ 🎙️ In this episode, we explore:• Bangalore then & now• Rare and historical currencies• Stories hidden in old banknotes• The passion behind collecting• A different kind of legacy 👉 Tune in to discover how money can tell stories far beyond its value.

    35 min

  4. MAR 15

    Why Did Old Goa Houses Have Secret Escape Tunnels?

    What if a 300-year-old Goa mansion was designed not just for luxury… but also to defend against robbers? 🤯In the historic village of Loutolim, South Goa, we step inside the stunning Araujo Alvarez heritage mansion, a house that has been standing for nearly three centuries and is now looked after by the sixth generation of the family.But this isn’t just another Indo-Portuguese house tour. Inside this 300-year-old Goa mansion, you’ll discover fascinating details about how people lived centuries ago — and how architecture was designed for survival, spirituality, and family life.Why Did Old Goa Houses Have Secret Escape Tunnels? As we explore the house, we uncover some incredible features:🏠 Robber-defense architecture – A corridor with gun holes designed to trap dacoits if they attacked the house.⛪ A chapel at the entrance – Built so anyone peeping inside the house would only see God.🕳️ A secret escape tunnel – Leading underground toward the nearby church in case of an attack.🌊 Oyster shell windows – A brilliant natural cooling system used before glass became common in Goa.🍽️ A dining table for 24 people – Because these mansions were built for massive joint families.The house also holds remarkable cultural history. The family converted centuries ago, but the traditions remained beautifully intertwined.🙏 One room contains hundreds of Christian icons, preserved from generations of priests in the family.🐘 Another room holds over 4,000 Ganesh idols, a collection started by a Hindu priest who once lived with the family.It’s a powerful reminder of how Goa’s history blends cultures, religions, and traditions under one roof.From antique tools used for making feni, to a kerosene refrigerator, a 300-year-old kitchen, and even portable porcelain toilets used by elders, every corner of this house tells a story about life in old Goa.If you love history, architecture, heritage homes, and hidden stories, this exploration of a 300-year-old Goa mansion will absolutely fascinate you.📺 Watch till the end to see the secret tunnel, gun-hole defense wall, Ganesh collection, and Indo-Portuguese architecture that still survives today.Inside a 250-Year-Old Goa Mansion of Ganesh Idols & Icons#shwetastalkies #shwetasexplore #goatourism #unexploredgoa #goa Loved the content? Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to Shweta’s Talkies. It means a lot! Also, do follow us on our other social media platforms for more updates!🌐 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shwetas_talkies/🎧 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Shwetastalkies💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shwetasatpathy/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572020330682🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/shwetas_talkies?s=21🎬 Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/user229859187👻 Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/shwetastalkies📌 Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/shwetastalkies/

    39 min

  5. MAR 9

    Is This Goa Home Preserving a Holy Relic?

    ⭐⛪ In the quiet heritage village of Chandor, far from the crowded pilgrimage routes of Old Goa, stands the legendary Braganza House — a 350-year-old Goa mansion filled with secrets, faith, and history.Inside the Bragança Pereira wing lies something extraordinary — a holy relic attributed to Saint Francis Xavier himself. Not in a cathedral. Not in a museum. But preserved within a private family chapel. ⭐⛪While millions travel to the Basilica of Bom Jesus to witness the saint’s incorrupt body, very few know that a Saint Francis Xavier relic Goa connection also exists inside this historic home. This Saint Francis Xavier relic Goa story reveals how sacred objects travelled beyond churches into aristocratic lineages. This Saint Francis Xavier relic Goa mystery opens a hidden chapter of devotion and power.Is This Goa Home Preserving a Holy Relic?How did this sacred fingernail reach the Braganza House Chandor Goa?Why was this relic entrusted to a private family instead of a church?What does this reveal about colonial Goa, global faith networks, and family devotion?This episode explores the Braganza House Chandor Goa like never before — where belief, inheritance, and identity intersect. The Braganza House Chandor Goa is not just a mansion; it is a living archive preserving over 400 years of memory.From the Braganza Pereira wing chapel to the quiet halls of this Goa heritage mansion, every corner whispers stories of faith, legacy, and sacred responsibility.Hidden relic.Sacred history.A Goa heritage mansion unlike any other.▶️ Watch till the end to uncover one of Goa’s most fascinating hidden spiritual secrets.🔔 Subscribe for more hidden history, heritage homes, and untold stories.#shwetastalkies #shwetasexplore #goatourism #unexploredgoa #goa Loved the content? Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to Shweta’s Talkies. It means a lot! Also, do follow us on our other social media platforms for more updates!🌐 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shwetas_talkies/🎧 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/34iungbq80RSogBRc6zkrr💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shwetasatpathy/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572020330682🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/shwetas_talkies?s=21🎬 Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/user229859187👻 Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/shwetastalkies📌 Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/shwetastalkies/

    8 min

  6. FEB 8

    7th Generation Owner Reveals What's Inside This Colonial Home

    ✨ 👑 A long-held dream to film the legendary Menezes Braganza House Goa for Shweta’s Talkies. 🌧️ On a rain-soaked day in Chandor, that dream finally came true. Guided by Rohan Louis de Braganza, a 7th generation descendant, we walk through rooms that once hosted freedom fighters, scholars, and social reformers. 🕰️ 🔔 Subscribe for more untold heritage stories.You’ll see:✨ 18th-century books in four languages✨ A royal clock gifted by the King of Portugal✨ Hand-painted Chinese fans in gold✨ Love-seat conversation chairs (tête-à-tête!)✨ Inkpots, letters, postcards & priceless artefacts Located next to Chandor Circle in Loutolim area in Goa- This isn’t just a house — it’s a living archive of Portuguese Goan history, political thought, and aristocratic life. From the moment you see its long white façade, laterite stone walls, and nearly 28 grand sash windows, you realize why Menezes Braganza House Goa is considered one of the most iconic heritage mansions in India. The house once employed over a dozen permanent staff and was described as “a corner of Europe in Goa.” Despite years of abandonment after 1961, the family restored it with devotion — preserving it exactly as their grandmother intended.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 – A rainy shoot at Menezes Braganza House01:30 – Meeting Rohan de Braganza03:10 – Who was Francisco Xavier de Braganza05:20 – Braganza family lineage & Portuguese honour08:00 – When the house was much larger10:10 – Servants, estate life & “Europe in Goa”12:30 – Palanquin (Palkhi) & early transport14:50 – The façade, windows & colonial architecture16:40 – Why everyone wants to shoot this house🎥 Watch till the end to experience one of India’s largest surviving Portuguese-era homes like never before.👍 Like | 💬 Comment |Loved the content? Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to Shweta’s Talkies. It means a lot! Also, do follow us on our other social media platforms for more updates!🌐 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shwetas_talkies/🎧 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/34iungbq80RSogBRc6zkrr💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shwetasatpathy/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572020330682🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/shwetas_talkies?s=21🎬 Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/user229859187👻 Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/shwetastalkies📌 Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/shwetastalkies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Shwetastalkies7th Generation Owner Reveals What's Inside This Colonial Home370 yrs, Portuguese Royalty & Indian RebellionInside Braganza House - Once Visited By Freedom Fighters#Goa #370YearsoldMansionGoa #MenezesBraganzaHouse #Shwetastalkies #History #ShwetaExplores #shwetastalkies

    17 min

  7. JAN 10

    MIND-BLOWING Facts About Indian Paper Money You Never Knew

    💵🇮🇳 Welcome to the Rezwan Razack Museum of Indian Paper Money.With an entry fee of only Rs.100, you will witness a gorgeous museum where the story of our nation unfolds not through kings or wars, but through the paper that passed through our hands. This is India’s only museum devoted entirely to the history of its paper money — 250 years of design, protest, empire, independence and art — collected, one note at a time, by one man obsessed with preserving what the rest of us spend and forget. I’m standing inside Prestige Falcon Towers, in the quiet heart of Bengaluru — but around me is the noise of an entire economy’s past 💭Whispers from the Raj…Murmurs of Demonetization…And the rustle of Revolutions 📜🔥And today, we’ll peel back those layers —to find out what our money remembers, and what it chooses to forget.Featuring - Mr Rezwan Razak - Co Founder Prestige Group & Brains Behind the Museum // Mr Murali Thantry- Curator - Museum of Indian Paper Money📍 Museum Location & Visitor Information📌 Located in: Prestige Falcon Towers📍 Address: Prestige Falcon Tower, 19, Brunton Rd, Craig Park Layout, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560025Website: https://www.indianpapermoneymuseum.com/📞 Phone: 080 2512 8555🕰️ Hours: Open · Closes 6 pm🏛️ What Does Indian Paper Money Really Remember?💰 Explore a GOLD MINE of Currencies 👇🟡 Early Banknotes of Presidency and Private Banks (1770–1861)🟡 Portrait Notes of Queen Victoria (1861–1867)🟡 Uniface Notes of Government of India (1867–1930)🟡 Portrait Notes of King George V (1917–1936)🟡 Portrait Notes of King George VI (1937–1949)🟡 Indian Notes Used in Burma (1935–1946)🟡 Indian Notes Used in Pakistan (1947–1948)🟡 Essays, Patterns, Proofs and Trials🟡 Currency Note Press, Nasik (1928)🟡 India Notes Since Independence (1949–Present)🟡 Osmania Notes of Hyderabad (1917–1955)🟡 Notes of the Princely State of Jammu and Kashmir🟡 Notes of Saurashtra States (1914)🟡 Cash Coupons of Princely States (1939–1946)🟡 Prisoners of War Coupons (1899–1902, 1942 & 1971)🟡 Notes for Indo-Portuguese Territories (1883–1961)🟡 Notes for Indo-French Territories (1817–1956)Each note is not just currency — it’s memory, power, loss, survival, and identity 🧠💴If you care about history beyond textbooks,If you believe money is a mirror of society,Then this museum is not optional — it’s essential.🎥 Watch till the end to see how India’s paper money quietly recorded our past.MIND-BLOWING Facts About Indian Paper Money You Never KnewLoved the content? Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to Shweta’s Talkies. It means a lot! Also, do follow us on our other social media platforms for more updates!🌐 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shwetas_talkies/🎧 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Shwetastalkies💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shwetasatpathy/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572020330682🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/shwetas_talkies?s=21🎬 Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/user229859187👻 Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/shwetastalkies📌 Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/shwetastalkies/#RezwanRazackMuseum #IndianPaperMoney #CurrencyHistory #IndianCurrency #MoneyMuseum #BengaluruMuseums #IndianHistory #RareBanknotes #Numismatics #HistoryThroughMoney #BritishIndia #Demonetization #PrincelyStates #IndianEconomy #HeritageIndia

    24 min

  8. 12/21/2025

    How Goan Cuisine Became Goa’s Biggest Tourism Star?

    Goa isn’t just a holiday postcard — it’s a living kitchen of stories. In this deep dive, we explore Goan cuisine, Goa food culture, and how Goa tourism has been shaped by flavors carried across oceans and preserved by families and heritage institutions. From bebinca baked in convent kitchens to fiery Chicken Cafreal, comforting tuna sandwiches, prawn rissois, neureos, sardines and laddoos, every bite tells a chapter of Goa’s past and future.🎥 How Goan Cuisine Became Goa’s Biggest Tourism Star?Join us as Goa’s tourism heavyweight Ralph de Sousa takes us through the flavors he passionately promotes — authentic Goan cuisine, sustainable produce, and culinary experiences that put Goa food on the world map. He shares how restaurants like O Coqueiro and Sousa Lobo helped shape Goa tourism, and why real Goan cuisine still matters today for travelers, culture lovers and food explorers.This episode is a celebration of Goan cuisine, a tribute to Goa food traditions, and a reminder that food is one of Goa tourism’s greatest storytellers. If you love culture, history, and soulful food, this journey into Goa will stay with you long after the episode ends 🌿More stories. More insights. More real India. Like, share, and subscribe to Shweta’s Talkies for meaningful content that matters.You can also follow us across our other platforms for exclusive content and regular updates.🌐 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shwetas_talkies/🎧 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Shwetastalkies💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shwetasatpathy/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572020330682🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/shwetas_talkies?s=21🎬 Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/user229859187👻 Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/shwetastalkies📌 Pinterest: https://in.pinterest.com/shwetastalkies/

    10 min
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☆ ☆ Infotainment for the Curious ☆ ☆ This passion project is an attempt is to learn something from every conversation I have & for me all conversations matter ! .From the famous & Not so, from the Established & the Not So, from the Average joe and also the Smart! This elevated talk show is the passion of a luxury marketeer & a corporate nomad (me)... dedicated to unique, interesting & fascinating stories of people, businesses, and untold anecdotes! Views of our Guests are welcome! ☆☆ "We are the product of our history." - Shweta Satpathy ☆☆

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    Shweta's Talkies
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    50
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