Jaipur Bytes, the official podcast of the Jaipur Literature Festival, is your gateway to enriching and entertaining conversations featuring the finest thinkers, writers, speakers, and doers! Hosted by music programmer & broadcaster Sarthak Kaushik and writer & itihasology's founder, Eric Chopra, the podcast guarantees an eclectic mix of cross-genre discussions traversing diverse themes and ideas. With a constellation of the world's most eminent trailblazers, here's your chance to listen to…
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Thaikkudam Bridge, an acclaimed Malayalam multi-genre rock band, has been redefining the Indian independent music scene for more than a decade! From the story of how the band came together to navigating the complexities of creating music with a large ensemble, Vian and Ashok offer a rare glimpse into their journey. They open up about their internal dynamics, the evolution of their sound, and what…
In this episode of Jaipur Bytes 2026, podcaster, writer and cultural critic Anurag Minus Verma shares his views on content, creativity, and the internet's ever-expanding influence on our lives, but not without his trademark wit and candor. Anurag unpacks his approach to content creation, the thought process behind his work, and the balance between instinct, experimentation, and storytelling. The…
Historical narratives are shaped, often distorted, by those in positions of power. This is why preserving our past matters for the future, now more than ever! At Jaipur Bytes 2026, renowned historian and author Swapna Liddle reflects on why approaching history with curiosity, critical thinking, and an open mind is essential for understanding the past beyond political or ideological agendas. Swapna…
From building a remarkable career as one of India's most respected film journalists and bestselling authors to navigating setbacks, self-doubt, and defining moments, acclaimed author, journalist and film critic Anupama Chopra reflects on the journey that continues to shape her. In this episode of Jaipur Bytes, presented by Sapna Book House, she enters into the inner workings of the film industry…
The only thing we need to know about History is that its power lies not in its association with antiquity but in its relationship with modernity! In the fourth episode of Jaipur Bytes 2027, historian and archaeologist Josephine Quinn, in conversation with writer, speaker, curator, and podcaster, Eric Chopra, provides us with a perspective change on how we view History today, who makes it and where…
It’s 2026 and the internet controls the strings to our thoughts. But what controls the internet? It is the algorithm! In the 3rd episode of Jaipur Bytes 2026, the official podcast of the Jaipur Literature Festival, Entrepreneur and host of @dostcast, Vinamre Kasanaa paints a picture of what it means to be on the internet and be a content creator today. He provides us answers to some burning…
Why is the world failing? What is affecting our health? How can we fix it? Entrepreneur, lifestyle guru and author Luke Coutinho has answers to all our questions! Luke takes us through his inspiring journey into lifestyle medicine and why he believes true healing lies not in shortcuts, but in sustainable daily habits. He speaks passionately about India’s deep-rooted relationship with food,…
What does it take to stay at the top of a game that never stops evolving? In the first episode of Jaipur Bytes 2026, chess legend Vishwanathan Anand reflects on his remarkable journey from a young prodigy with a passion for the game to becoming one of the greatest chess players in history. In conversation with broadcaster, music curator and podcaster Sarthak Kaushik, he opens up about the defining…
Ghost stories are a significant part of Bengali culture. In this podcast, Arundhati Nath recalls how she grew up listening to her grandmother narrate ghost stories. She discusses how the stories in the collection ‘The Phantom’s Howl’ feature supernatural creatures with not only elements of horror but also humour.
India cannot be separated from its ten thousand years of history, even when focusing on the last fifty years. Sandeep Khanna’s debut novel follows characters as they navigate the economic, political, and socio-cultural changes India has undergone from the 1970s and 80s to the present. In this gripping podcast, Khanna shares the stories, poetry, and themes that inspired his writing, discusses what…
