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Despite an opportunity to correct course, Indian law continues to safeguard the right of husbands to force wives into non-consensual sex. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/05/24/indian-law-marital-rape-delhi-high-court-split-ruling/

The 130-year-old history of Vogue is not just a study in brand-building but also an overview of issues that have plagued Western society in this period – from war widows to consumerism, racism and sexism. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/05/23/glossy-the-inside-story-of-vogue-by-nina-sophia-miralles/

Actor-producer Emily Shah talks to eShe TV about the making of her new film 'Jungle Cry', working with Abhay Deol, growing up with mixed parentage, and living her dream by believing in herself and her power. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/05/19/jungle-cry-actor-producer-emily-shah-on-eshe-tv/

One-Eyed Mama aka Aekta Kapoor heads to an Ayurvedic health centre in Kerala to see if the ancient Indian science of life could cure her vision loss. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/05/13/one-eyed-mama-visits-an-ayurvedic-centre-in-kerala-to-heal-her-eyesight/

How does gender shape university and college campuses in India? A new book by WISCOMP suggests gender-audit processes along with success stories. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/05/10/wiscomp-navigating-the-terrain-of-gender-justice-a-handbook-for-gender-audits/

In the latest episode of eShe TV, Edelweiss MD and CEO Radhika Gupta talks about diversity in workplaces, her top tips for leadership, her new book 'Limitless', and the new enterprise of motherhood that she is about to embark on. Follow us on YouTube or Facebook @esheworld for more conversations with inspiring women.

Samra Zafar escaped a teen marriage and fought a suppressive culture to earn her dignity and education; now she inspires women to live their truths. On this podcast, the Pakistani-Canadian author and motivational speaker shares her experience and what she learnt in her journey.

Aekta Kapoor, aka One-Eyed Mama, attempts to follow truth, consciousness and bliss to heal from her attachments and suffering. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/04/29/one-eyed-mama-learns-equipoise-and-fills-her-empty-nest-with-sat-chit-ananda/

Dr Moushumi Kandali's new book takes up the biases that people from India’s Northeast, particularly Assamese women, face in the rest of the country. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/04/23/the-black-magic-women-dr-moushumi-kandali/

Facing cancer helped immunologist Dr Monica Gulati awaken to her life's purpose eight years ago. Since then she has been helping others awaken to their own truths. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/04/19/cancer-was-like-a-gift-for-me-dr-monica-gulati/

One-Eyed Mama aka Aekta Kapoor sets out on a daring journey and finds that physical challenges are a small matter when one is on a mission of love. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/04/15/what-one-eyed-mama-learnt-after-making-her-way-home-in-the-snow/

Aparna Shewakramani's character in the Netflix reality show 'Indian Matchmaking' was presented as too strong-headed for a potential Indian bride. But that's the same reason she now has legions of fans. She talks to us about the show and her new memoir 'She's Unlikeable'. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/04/12/reclaiming-your-own-narrative-is-the-ultimate-power-move-aparna-shewakramani/

Author Aneela Babar shares memories of going from Rawalpindi to Melbourne, learning of Benazir Bhutto's death, and how a little kitten tried pawing into a young couple's romantic sojourns. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/04/09/aneela-babar-on-rawalpindi-benazir-bhutto-and-cats/

Director of Gallery Ark in Vadodara, Nupur Dalmia is harnessing her heritage as art patron and skills as a corporate leader to develop her city's image as a centre for the arts and culture. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/04/06/the-pandemic-saw-the-art-community-band-together-like-never-before-nupur-dalmia/

In the second part of her column One-Eyed Mama, Aekta Kapoor writes about learning to let go of those she loves the most, armed with faith and surrender. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/04/01/one-eyed-mama-grows-a-mighty-heart-as-her-chick-flies-the-coop/

Author Neema Shah on her debut novel 'Kololo Hill', a family drama set against an important episode in Ugandan history when Asians were ordered to leave the country within 90 days. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/03/29/the-biggest-challenge-is-doing-justice-to-personal-histories-that-are-within-living-memory-neema-shah/

Delhi's iconic parks and monuments are used in myriad ways by the city's residents and visitors today - from musical events to outdoor gyms to entertainment. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/03/25/delhis-historical-parks-and-public-life-today/

The first in Aekta Kapoor’s new column ‘One-Eyed Mama’ where she shares the everyday miracles she encountered while dealing with vision loss and an empty nest – both at the same time. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/03/22/one-eyed-mama-gets-her-covid-booster-vaccine-just-in-time/

An interview with Emmy Award-winning columnist, TED speaker and bestselling author Suleika Jaouad on life after cancer and writing stories of our shared humanity. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/03/19/suleika-jaouad-between-two-kingdoms/

Multilingual vocalist and composer Shilpa Ananth shares her journey as a musician and educator, and challenge of balancing her soul's calling with the demands of streaming platforms. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/03/14/epop-stars-shilpa-ananth/

This excerpt from the new book ‘Hope Behind Bars’ takes us into the personal spaces of women incarcerated in jails in India, cut off from basic human dignities and bereft of support from the outside world. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/03/10/hope-behind-bars-notes-from-indian-prisons/

Bengaluru writer Salini Vineeth shares how she let go of traditional Indian definitions of the 'ideal woman' to discover, and accept, her true self and happiness. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/03/07/salini-vineeth-letting-go-of-the-ideal-woman-in-pursuit-of-authenticity/

Educationist and entrepreneur Chitwan Mittal’s publishing house has set out to bring the wisdom of ancient South Asian saints closer to the hearts of consumer-age kids. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/03/06/chitwan-mittal-adidev-press/

Goa-based multidisciplinary artist Osheen Siva's Tamil heritage and Dalit identity show up in various ways in her bold, feminist-themed artwork. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/03/02/osheen-siva/

In the second of our series 'ePop Stars', we speak to young singer Kiara Chettri about viral fame and the confluence of social media and the music industry. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/02/26/epop-stars-kiara-chettri/

CaterpillHERs, an online career accelerator by Karachi-based Hira Saeed and Faiza Yousuf, aims to equip women entrepreneurs in Pakistan with internet skills and a powerful network. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/02/25/22106/

Founder of production house Civic Studios Anushka Shah talks about their YouTube Hindi comedy channel 'Pocket Change', the state of Indian politics and the power of humour for a healthy democracy. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/02/24/anushka-shah-comedy-channel-pocket-change-on-democracy-humour-and-indian-politics/

Feminist economist Shrayana Bhattacharya's new book maps the economic and personal trajectories of ordinary Indian women united by their love for film idol Shah Rukh Khan. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/02/16/shrayana-bhattacharya-desperately-seeking-shah-rukh/

The recently released 'Anthology of New Writing: Select Short Stories by Women Writers' edited by Shireen Quadri features 18 women writers from India and around the world. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/02/12/anthology-of-new-writing-select-short-stories-by-women-writers/

Journalist Zehra Naqvi’s debut book 'The Reluctant Mother' chronicles her personal struggles of motherhood in a world that constantly tries to define her and who she should be. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/01/26/book-review-zehra-naqvi-the-reluctant-mother/

In the first of our new series ‘ePop Stars’, RnB singer-songwriter and author Vasundhara Vee talks about indie pop in the times of Spotify and YouTube. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/01/25/epop-stars-vasundhara-vee/

Anuradha Pal​'s musical journey has been remarkable not only because she broke social boundaries and records as a tabla player but also because she paved the way for other women to take the stage. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/01/19/tabla-player-anuradha-pal/

Award-winning journalist Puja Changoiwala's new book aptly captures the stark reality of millions of migrant labourers who had to trudge hundreds of miles to reach their homes after India's 2020 Covid-19 lockdown. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/01/13/puja-changoiwala-author-interview-homebound/

Blending traditional wisdom and modern sleep research, this new book aims to be a sleep bible for modern Indian parents struggling with their child’s bedtime needs and habits. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/01/10/sleeping-like-a-baby-book-review/

What do the cards hold for 2022? Here’s your annual forecast for the year ahead by Mumbai-based tarot card reader Karishmma Mmakhija. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/01/02/tarot-prediction-2022/

An interview of bilingual author Vaasanthi whose latest book lays bare the gender, caste and class inequalities in the country while offering a ray of humanity and hope. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2022/01/07/vaasanthi-author-interview-gangas-choice-and-other-stories/

Founder of non-partisan activist group Political Shakti, Tara Krishnaswamy shares the challenges women face in Indian politics. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/12/10/tara-krishnaswamy-political-shakti/

In her new memoir, Durban writer Shubnum Khan shares how her face got plastered on billboards across the world, and other fascinating stories from her colourful life. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/12/03/how-to-become-a-global-stock-photo-and-other-adventures-in-the-time-of-the-internet/

Senior journalist Beena Sarwar shares her memories of late activist Kamla Bhasin and details of a global event to be held in her honour this Sunday. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/11/27/16-days-of-activism-against-gender-violence-and-a-tribute-to-kamla-bhasin/

Anonymous visual and performance artist Princess Pea holds art-based workshops to empower women in Bihar with self-care tools and self-awareness techniques. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/11/22/princess-pea-khud-se-pooche/

eShe attended the National Tribal Dance Festival organised by the state of Chhattisgarh recently - here are lush glimpses from the vibrant event. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/11/20/chhattisgarh-tribal-dance-festival/

Meet actors Annapurna Soni, Bhumika Dube and Ipshita Chakraborty Singh, the three powerful women behind the award-winning feminist short film ‘Cheepatakadumpa’. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/11/16/cheepatakadumpa-actors-annapurna-soni-bhumika-dube-and-ipshita-chakraborty-singh/

Young technology entrepreneur Shivangi Jain has developed an app called TrackAlways that helps people with tracking and anti-theft solutions for safety and security. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/11/13/shivangi-jain-trackalways-app/

Environmental artist Mira Lehr's artworks will dominate the city of Miami at upcoming prestigious art festivals and events next month. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/10/31/mira-lehr-artist-eco-feminist/

A three-day extravaganza showcasing and celebrating tribal dances begins today in Chhattisgarh, and promises to be a treat for art and culture lovers. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/10/28/national-tribal-dance-festival-chhattisgarh/

A Google doodle on Otto Wichterle, the inventor of the soft contact lenses, brings up an eyeful of memories for Aekta Kapoor. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/10/27/otto-wichterle-contact-lenses-vision-loss/

Meet 7 young Indian women who are raising awareness about climate change and sustainable development through their initiatives and enterprises. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/10/26/7-climate-change-youth-activists-from-india/

Four powerful women from South Asia and the diaspora discuss innovative approaches for empowering humanistic leaders who put people before politics. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/10/23/these-women-have-set-out-to-empower-humanistic-political-leaders-of-tomorrow/

UK civil servant, lawyer and policy advisor Juhi Javed Husain talks about modernising education, enhancing internet safety, and social-media accountability in South Asia. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/10/22/juhi-javed-husain-on-internet-safety-and-education-policy/

Educationists from South Asia discuss how to prepare children for the demands of a digital world, and the role that technology can play in innovative learning. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/10/21/pathbreaking-education-raising-global-citizens-of-a-digital-world/

Founder of an all-women beauty company that supplies soaps to the Indian Air Force, Saka Shailaja has empowered thousands of underprivileged women with training and jobs. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/10/20/saka-shailaja-rojas-group-of-industries/

Techpreneurs Madhavi Shankar and Indu Navar developed SpaceBasic to automate the routine tasks and communications needs of over 60 student-housing communities in India. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/10/18/madhavi-shankar-and-indu-navar-spacebasic-app/

Artist and peace activist Salima Hashmi on South Asian history, the lure of Lahore, and growing up as the daughter of legendary poet Faiz Ahmed Faiz. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/10/16/salima-hashmi-on-her-father-faiz-ahmed-faiz-and-his-legacy-of-peace/

In her autobiography ‘Swimming Against the Tide’, para swimmer Madhavi Latha Prathigudupu shares her remarkable journey of battling obstacles and emerging a winner. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/10/14/para-swimmer-madhavi-latha-prathigudupu-and-her-legacy-of-determination/

The award-winning filmmaker of 'India's Daughter', Leslee Udwin is laying the roots for gender equality and empathy through a school curriculum for little children in 19 countries. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/10/14/leslee-udwin-on-indias-daughter-and-think-equal/

Four web warriors came together from across South Asia to talk about why arming girls and young women with internet tools is the key to women's empowerment. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/10/09/web-warriors-arming-girls-with-internet-tools-and-infrastructure/

New York-based impact-investment consultant Fawzia Naqvi talks about her decade of travel and work in India as a woman of Pakistani origin. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/10/08/fawzia-naqvi-on-working-in-india-as-a-woman-of-pakistani-origin/

Environmentalists Srini Swaminathan and Shubhashree Sangameswaran offer practical tips for an eco-friendly lifestyle in their two new books. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/10/09/srini-swaminathan-and-shubhashree-sangameswaran/

For South Asians, tradition is everything, but traditions and customs can also be cruel, misogynistic, divisive and inhumane. It's time for new ones, say these scholars and activists. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/10/07/the-burden-of-tradition-gender-equality-and-social-justice-in-south-asia/

Speaking at South Asia Union Summit Led by Women, Afghan-origin journalist Najiba Laima Kasraee and policy researcher Mariam Safi voiced concerns about the future of Afghan women under the Taliban. This episode is also available on eShe's website: http://eshe.in/2021/10/05/najiba-laima-kasraee-and-mariam-safi-on-taliban-takeover-of-afghanistan/

Award-winning Hmong-Australian playwright Michele Lee talks about the sense of ‘being othered’ that follows immigrants, and her new play RICE. Watch the video here: https://eshe.in/2021/10/04/playwright-michele-lee/

Author, peacebuilder and three-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee Dr Scilla Elworthy inaugurates eShe's South Asia Union Summit Led by Women, where 50 eminent women from 13 countries came together to discuss solutions for peace, gender equality and social justice in South Asia. Watch the video here: https://eshe.in/2021/09/30/peacebuilder-dr-scilla-elworthy-opens-south-asia-union-summit-led-by-women/

Sadaffe Abid's social tech-enterprise CIRCLE Women aims to empower one million Pakistani women with basic digital literacy and business skills. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/09/29/sadaffe-abid/

Human-rights campaigner Mandy Sanghera believes tradition is used to oppress women in South Asia, and women in positions of power should lead the call for change. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/09/26/women-cannot-be-forced-to-toe-the-line-of-tradition-mandy-sanghera/

Friends and followers from around the world share their heartfelt tributes to Kamla Bhasin, an icon of peace, feminism and social justice in South Asia. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/09/25/kamla-bhasin-tributes-from-across-south-asia/

Poet-activist Najwa Zebian’s debut book draws life lessons from her experiences as a Muslim immigrant seeking the essence of 'home' all through her growing years. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/09/24/lebanese-canadian-activist-najwa-zebian-debut-book-welcome-home/

Young changemaker Faiza Yousuf talks about her initiatives WomenInTechPK, the biggest community for women technologists in Pakistan, and CodeGirls, a coding boot-camp. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/09/23/faiza-yousuf-founder-of-womenintechpk-and-codegirls/

Sri Lankan lawyer-activist Ambika Satkunanathan believes South Asian countries need to introspect on how our societies and laws are perpetuating crime instead of curbing it. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/09/22/ambika-satkunanathan-on-prison-reform/

One of the most vocal advocates for India-Pakistan peace, Beena Sarwar shares her thoughts on bridging divisions and her vision for a visa-free South Asia. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/09/20/beena-sarwar-south-asia-peace-action-network/

Actor and casting director Dolly Thakore on the "conditioning of silence over generations" of women, and her new tell-all memoir. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/09/18/i-think-women-are-womens-best-supporters-dolly-thakore/

Philanthropist and peacebuilder Sarita Kumari Sodha's work and identity are an emblem of India and Pakistan's cultural bonds and shared history. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/09/16/sarita-kumari-sodha-ghanerao/

Renowned author and festival director Namita Gokhale was recently awarded the Yamin Hazarika Woman of Substance Award 2021. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/09/14/indian-women-are-individually-strong-but-socially-vulnerable-namita-gokhale/

Tech entrepreneur Sukhinder Singh Cassidy talks to eShe TV about her experiences in Silicon Valley, risk-taking from a gender perspective, and her new book 'Choose Possibility'. Follow us on YouTube or Facebook @esheworld for more conversations with inspiring women.

Dutchwoman Nienke van Bezooijen is out to identify and sponsor five global projects to build peace and sustainable impact through her Building Bridges Movement. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/09/10/nienke-van-bezooijen-building-bridges-movement/

Author, model and motivational speaker Sudha Menon interviewed several famous personalities on their favourite food memories and recipes for her new book. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/09/07/food-is-an-integral-part-of-our-culture-and-to-let-that-go-away-uncelebrated-is-a-tragedy-sudha-menon/

AI expert Spriha Biswas on gender bias in algorithms, creating an inclusive space for women in tech startups, and her first encounter with coding. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/09/04/spriha-biswas-on-artificial-intelligence-and-human-centric-ai/

The new book 'The Inheritance of Words: Writings from Arunachal Pradesh' brings together diverse writings of women from this northeastern Indian state. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/09/02/book-review-the-interitance-of-words-writings-from-arunachal-pradesh/

The National Council of Women Leaders has released a series of recommendations for India’s government on tackling gender-based violence targeting Dalit women and girls. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/09/01/indian-government-has-failed-to-protect-dalit-women-from-caste-based-sexual-violence-says-ncwl/

Natasha Scripture’s intriguing memoir 'Man Fast' takes us through her romantic trysts and spiritual quest as she travels the globe for work and self-discovery. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/30/a-dating-detox-and-a-womans-quest-to-awaken-the-divine-feminine-energy-within-her/

Author-entrepreneur Varsha Adusumilli has tied up with eminent personalities from India’s corporate and creative sectors for the Wonder Girls Student Leaders Fellowship. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/27/wonder-girls-student-leaders-fellowship-varsha-adusumilli/

On a mission to empower Indian women in the Himalayas with work and job opportunities, Giri Foundation announced the launch of its India chapter this week. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/26/giri-foundation-launch-event/

'Big Mistake', a new anthology of essays by writers, influencers and pathbreakers, reminds us of all those difficult journeys we navigate at some point while growing up. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/25/book-review-big-mistake-an-anthology-on-growing-up-and-other-tough-stuff/

Actor and playwright Sudha Bhuchar talks to eShe TV about her new film ‘Into Dust’ and her why the cause of India-Pakistan peace is a personal one for her. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/24/eshe-tv-actor-sudha-bhuchar-into-dust/

Book reviewer Neha Kirpal lists the top 22 latest books her bibliophile daughter (age four) and nephews (age seven and 10) can't stop re-reading. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/22/22-top-new-books-for-indian-kids-and-tweens/

Author and life coach Mala Mansukhani shares how expressing herself clearly and openly with her loved ones helped her deal with trauma, shame and social ostracism. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/21/mala-mansukhani-speak-up/

Bird steward Karen Mason on why she wants to save the birds on Florida’s coasts and her viral photo of a bird feeding her chick a cigarette stub. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/20/karen-mason-viral-photo-of-a-bird-feeding-a-cigarette-stub-to-her-chick/

Author Pushpa Kurup on the most intriguing women from Indian mythology and the lesser-known stories of love and betrayal from the epics. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/19/author-interview-pushpa-kurup/

Michigan-based artist and entrepreneur Svitlana Martynjuk is determined to facilitate fair representation of women in the global art scene. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/18/art-entrepreneur-svitlana-martynjuk-all-she-makes/

eShe's founder Aekta Kapoor talks to peacebuilder Dr Scilla Elworthy and coaches Nienke van Bezooijen and Kawtar El Alaoui about self-transformation, inner work and effortless action. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/17/eshe-tv-mighty-heart/ and on YouTube: https://youtu.be/AMdzVQ3Xg7w

Reviews of 'The Bombay Prince' by Sujata Massey set in pre-Independence India, and 'Small Pleasures' by Clare Chambers set in the suburbs of 1950s London. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/15/a-mystery-in-history-the-bombay-prince-and-small-pleasures/

Writer-director Nidhie Sharma's memoir 'Invictus' recounts an episode from her teens when she, along with five other kids, got lost in a jungle in Arunachal Pradesh. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/13/nidhie-sharma-memoir-invictus/

Management consultant Seema Rekha on why employee mental health is vital for company growth and why women are natural leaders. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/12/management-consultant-seema-rekha-women-leadership-employee-wellbeing/

Photographer Debalina Bhatta’s photo feature following her mother’s daily routine is an homage to mothers everywhere. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/10/debalina-bhatta-photo-feature/

Two young Indian painters Aditi Purwar and Shivangi Kalra take us through the ups and downs of their artistic journeys through the pandemic. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/06/artists-aditi-purwar-shivangi-kalra-pandemic-art/

High-schooler Lakshyaa Arya recounts her mental and emotional trauma during India’s second Covid wave and the lessons she learnt. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/05/ive-forgotten-what-school-feels-like-but-i-value-my-friendships-more-than-ever/

Leadership coach Nirupama Subramanian is using Indian archetypes that were used to suppress women as a source of energy to empower them instead. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/04/nirupama-subramanian-powerful/

Rijula Das's new novel brings up many facets of Kolkata's red-light district, from corruption and gender violence to the effect of demonetisation on the flesh trade. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/03/truths-pushed-through-the-sieve-of-fiction-rijula-das-on-her-debut-novel-set-in-shonagachhi/

Victories at the Tokyo Olympics by Indian sportswomen mask the fact that the obstacles South Asian women athletes face are far greater than their male counterparts. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/08/02/winning-despite-the-odds-south-asian-women-athletes-show-the-way/

Mahesvari Autar’s events platform DesiYUP showcases live performances of Indian classical ragas and mantra music to audiences in Holland. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/07/31/mahesvari-autar-desiyup-indian-classical-music-in-holland/

Religious references are making their way into everyday conversations, and spiritual discourse has become commonplace in the pandemic, says Aekta Kapoor. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/07/30/how-the-pandemic-normalised-spiritual-discourse/

Acclaimed poet Arundhathi Subramaniam​’s new book features four contemporary women who have unapologetically chosen to transcend social barriers and walk the spiritual path alone. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/07/29/arundhathi-subramaniam-women-who-wear-only-themselves/

Malayalam film actor and Oxford graduate Santhy Balachandran used her anthropology background to conceptualise an avant-garde music video. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/07/27/actor-santhy-balachandran-on-anthropology-and-her-surreal-music-video-experiment/

Washington DC-based author and feminist activist Soraya Chemaly believes women’s anger can be a powerful force for social justice. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/07/26/soraya-chemaly-feminist-activist-cover-story/

Novelist Anjali Joseph on her new novel ‘Keeping in Touch’, long-distance love, stereotypes about people from northeast India, and the quiet life of writers. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/07/21/author-interview-anjali-joseph-keeping-in-touch/

India's pioneering women doctors have made it to a new book by Kavitha Rao and even a Google doodle, but the ground reality remains that there are no hospitals or medical colleges named after women doctors in India. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/07/18/the-erased-histories-of-women-doctors-in-india/

Hit with pre-menopausal symptoms at 41, Aruna Joshi turns to her gynae friend Dr Bhavini Shah for answers. Turns out, her condition is more common than women expect. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/07/17/aruna-joshi-and-dr-bhavini-shah-on-menopause/

The SABERA Awards acknowledge responsible businesses, social enterprises and purpose-driven leaders. This is the second time that eShe will be e-magazine partner. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/07/15/sabera-awards-2021-dates-and-jury-announced-eshe-to-be-partner/

While the central idea of the new Malayalam film Sara’S is a powerful one about a woman’s right to her body, the film misses its mark by ignoring vital aspects of an issue as complex as abortion. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/07/14/saras-movie-review-abortion-choice/

The long-term sustainable practices of a women’s self-help group in the hills of Kumaon served to protect the area from the wrath of this year’s forest fires. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/07/12/uttarakhand-umang-women-self-help-group/

Millennials and Gen-Zs are stuck in a pandemic time warp, their education and careers on pause until lockdowns ease. How are they coping? We find out. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/07/09/a-generation-paused-how-young-adults-are-coping-with-their-careers-in-a-pandemic-limbo/

Former investment banker and founder of one of India's top digital marketing agencies RepIndia, Ayesha Chenoy talks about her new role as poet and author. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/07/05/digital-entrepreneur-and-insta-poet-ayesha-chenoy/

Indian-American filmmaker Geeta Malik shares the inspiration behind her new film 'India Sweets and Spices', and why feminism is the driving theme of her work. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/07/02/filmmaker-geeta-malik-on-india-sweets-and-spices-and-what-it-means-to-live-a-truthful-life/

In episode 5 of ‘The Brown Box’ podcast for eShe, host Rani Jeyaraj speaks to media entrepreneurs Suparnaa Chadda and Tanu Ganguly on following their passion and carving their own path in life, driven by the will to create value in the world. Read more on eShe.in.

British author Amanda Craig's ninth novel 'The Golden Rule', longlisted for this year's Women Prize for Fiction, is both an imaginative thriller and a political commentary. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/06/25/amanda-craig-the-golden-rule-book-review/

It is high time that methods are devised to estimate the monetary value of household tasks so that women are empowered socially and financially, says gender economist Prof Dr Rameeza A Rasheed. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/06/23/economic-value-of-housework-and-gender-justice/

Life coach Nasreen Khan got together a group of counsellors, coaches and therapists to support those facing loss and grief during India's second Covid wave. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/06/21/nasreen-khan-listening-hearts-free-counselling-service-during-pandemic/

From children's books to romances to essays of healing and hope, Dr Shalini Mullick takes us through her reading list that evolved as India's Covid crisis hit a peak.  This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/06/19/dr-shalini-mullick-bibliophile-pandemic-reading-list/

Award-winning US-based filmmaker Manjari Makijany shares her inspiration behind the new Netflix release 'Skater Girl' and the challenges of building Rajasthan's first skatepark. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/06/18/skater-girl-director-manjari-makijany-on-fuelling-teen-dreams-and-building-indias-largest-skatepark/

Having overcome her own emotional issues after years, Jodi Clarke took up clinical hypnotherapy to help women above 40 heal wounds and achieve wellness. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/06/17/jodi-clarke-hypnotherapist/

Odias believe that Mother Earth goes through her menstruation cycle during the Raja Parba in mid-June, and she needs time to regenerate before the monsoon. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/06/16/raja-parba-the-odisha-festival-that-breaks-menstruation-taboos/

In episode 4 of ‘The Brown Box’ podcast for eShe, host Rani Jeyaraj speaks to travelpreneurs Ritu Goyal Harish and Smitha Murthy about their fondest memories as travellers and why travel is as much about inner journeys as external ones. Visit eshe.in for more.

Young Canadian writer-director Emma Seligman's feature film debut juxtaposes traditional Jewish upbringing with female sexual liberation. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/06/11/film-review-shiva-baby-emma-seligman/

On World Oceans Day, Kay Newton shares her experience of joining the virtual version of eXXpedition, which has been creating awareness about plastic waste in the oceans since 2014. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/06/08/all-female-expedition-to-create-awareness-about-plastic-pollution-in-the-oceans/

In episode 3 of ‘The Brown Box’ podcast for eShe, host Rani Jeyaraj speaks to senior journalist Suparna Sharma and feminist activist Kirthi Jayakumar about gender equality and the looming threat of sexual harassment at the workplace. Visit eshe.in for more.

Last month, a 20-year-old student was raped and killed in her own home in West Bengal. Elements on social media misused the news for political propaganda. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/06/06/jamna-midnapore-west-bengal-student-rape-murder-case/

Austin-based poet Usha Akella's new book of feminist poems puts the spotlight on cultural traditions that perpetuate patriarchy and social evils like female foeticide. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/06/05/feminist-poet-usha-akella-i-will-not-bear-you-sons/

The problem of sexual harassment at the workplace is far more rampant than expected. A new study points at the systemic flaws that leave women vulnerable. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/06/03/croatian-study-sexual-harassment-at-the-workplace/

Labels Kriya by Kadambari Rathore in Jodhpur and Rekh by Rohini Singh in Jaipur are keeping alive their region’s unique textile heritage. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/06/02/fashion-labels-kriya-by-kadambari-rathore-jodhpur-rekh-by-rohini-singh-jaipur/

In episode 2 of ‘The Brown Box’ podcast for eShe, host Rani Jeyaraj speaks to actor-filmmaker Dr Lakshmi Devy and renowned activist Smita Bharti about gender violence in India. Visit eshe.in for more.

Faced with Covid in her own close family, eShe's editor Aekta Kapoor, too, like many others, descended into the hell of uncertainly, fear, helplessness, desperation and panic. These 3 mantras gave her strength. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/05/29/3-mantras-that-gave-me-strength-and-courage-during-indias-second-covid-wave/

Holistic psychologist Dr Nicole LePera has promoted self-healing to her 3.7 million Instagram followers for years; she’s now written a book on it. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/05/27/the-more-disconnection-there-is-to-the-self-the-more-fear-holistic-psychologist-dr-nicole-lepera/

Award-winning author and one of the world's most influential thinkers, Dr Deepa Narayan shares thoughts on masculinity, gender equality, and her new podcast 'What's a Man?' This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/05/26/dr-deepa-narayan-podcast-on-masculinity-and-gender-equality/

Covid survivor Shoneeka reflects on the coronavirus pandemic - is it a rise or a fall? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/05/25/shoneeka-the-pandemic-is-creating-a-wave-of-awakening-in-humanity/

Slovakian transformational guide and web show host Slavomira Harcegova is driving across Europe in search of inspirational stories. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/05/24/a-womans-search-for-meaning-slavomira-harcegova/

'The Brown Box' podcast is where host Rani Jeyaraj discusses the good, the bad and the crazy that make up the country we love, India. In the first of this series made in collaboration with eShe magazine, Rani speaks to authors Gayatri Jayaraman and Koral Dasgupta about growing up as Indian girls surrounded by books. Read more on eShe.in.

A chance meeting on a mountain trail with an extraordinary woman leaves a young management consultant with inspiration for life. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/05/22/life-lessons-from-a-56-year-young-woman-i-met-on-a-mountain-trek/

A Kerala government doctor who has been on Covid duty since the first wave shares tips for quicker recovery if you are in home isolation. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/05/21/those-who-stay-positive-connected-with-family-recover-faster-from-covid/

Leadership consultant and agent of change Karen Lee Downes believes it is time for leaders and organisations to tap into their feminine intelligence. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/05/20/karen-lee-downes-on-conscious-leadership/

Journalist Urmi Bhattacheryya’s hard-hitting new book looks at the aftermath of sexual assault for five girls and women in India. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/05/19/book-on-5-rape-survivors-by-urmi-bhattacheryya/

UAE-based feminist publisher Sabin Muzaffar is documenting female trailblazers and empowering women and girls globally through her digital platform Ananke. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/05/18/feminist-publisher-sabin-muzaffar-ananke/

Linguistic expert and author Peggy Mohan traces the history of the Subcontinent through its languages, and notes how homogenisation of language reflects centralisation of power. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/05/17/linguist-author-peggy-mohan/

A diehard fan of award-winning Indian-American author Jhumpa Lahiri checks out her new book 'Whereabouts', and is somewhat taken aback. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/05/14/review-of-jhumpa-lahiris-whereabouts/

Coming home to parents is now picking the packed boxes left outside the door. It is being close enough to see their silhouettes in the balcony but not letting the children visit them. A doctor's story. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/05/13/when-love-is-separation-a-doctors-homecoming-in-the-time-of-a-pandemic/

Filmmaker and bestselling author Trisha Das’s novels present a comical, feminist take on the Mahabharata. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/05/12/novelist-trisha-das-reimagining-mythology/

A young girl suffers brain injury; her mother determines to bring her daughter back to life through love, care, surgery and Bharatanatyam. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/05/11/nirmohi-anil/

Legal regulation strategist Naina Pachnanda is out to motivate India’s youth through Instagram inspiration and her new book of patriotic poetry.  This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/05/10/naina-pachnanda/

Dipali Goenka, CEO and joint MD of Welspun India, exemplifies how compassionate leadership during a crisis can be a formula for growth. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/05/08/dipali-goenka/

In response to a reviewer reading a caste angle in a book that is largely unspecific about caste, Dr Bhargavi Chatterjea Bhattacharyya defends her literary freedom. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/05/01/bhargavi-chatterjea-bhattacharyya/

A new report reveals how laws on rape in six South Asian are insufficient, inconsistent, and poorly enforced, putting women and girls at heightened risk of sexual violence. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/04/29/sexual-violence-in-south-asia/

Homemaker Uma Mani started painting at 45, deep-sea diving at 49, and starred in a documentary on her work in her 50s. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/04/28/uma-mani/

Bengaluru-based mother of two Prachi Bansal decided to take charge of her health, finances and life, so that she could face her 40s with power and purpose.  This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/04/27/prachi-bansal/

Dharini Bhaskar talks about going from a publisher to an author, her acclaimed first novel, and how the pandemic has affected her writing process. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/04/26/dharini-bhaskar/

One morning, waiting for her turn in a crowded ophthalmologist's office amidst all the noise and mayhem, Aekta Kapoor had an opening of the eyes. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/04/25/when-my-eye-problem-led-me-to-an-opening-of-the-eyes/

Chandigarh entrepreneur Sartaj Lamba runs a fleet of wheelchair-enabled cabs that offer mobility to the elderly and disabled in seven north Indian cities. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/04/23/her-wheelchair-enabled-cabs-help-the-elderly-and-disabled-go-to-the-hospital-or-market/

Co-founder of Mobikwik.com, UX designer Sunali Aggarwal has now launched India's first homegrown dating app for the LGBTQ+ community. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/04/22/sunali-aggarwal/

Puerto Rican author Sharon M Koenig on her new book, meeting Dada JP Vaswani, and finding God. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/04/21/sharon-m-koenig/

Melbourne-based artist Anudeepa Kadiresan has created a new audience for ancient Dravidian art among modern art lovers. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/04/20/anudeepa-kadiresan/

California-based software engineer and talk-show host Nitasha Syed is out to shatter stereotypes about Pakistanis in the Western world, armed with a cup of chai. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/04/19/nitasha-syed/

Mona Rai’s unconventional abstract artworks are as mesmerising for the viewer as for the artist herself, revealing secrets at every step of the process. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/04/17/mona-rai/

It's time women began talking more about politics - both in the public sphere and in the presence of patriarchal family members at home, says Rajitha Menon. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/04/16/rajitha-menon/

Mumbai audiologist and speech therapist Devangi Dalal is out to enhance the lives of the hearing-impaired using the latest technology. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/04/15/devangi-dalal/

Futurist and author Ayelet Baron quit the rat race of America's corporate world and became a truly global citizen connected to the people and planet. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/04/14/ayelet-baron/

These women-led companies are paving the way to profitability: Amrita Malik's fintech offers payment solutions; Dr Miniya Chatterji helps brands become sustainable; and Shruti Aggarwal's app is disrupting traditional lending in India. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/04/13/empowering-businesses/

In her new book, Seattle University professor Dr Sonora Jha looks at notions of gender identity and equality in the modern-day context. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/04/12/sonora-jha/

Philanthropist and founder of the Dhaka Art Summit Nadia Samdani is on a determined mission to put Bangladeshi artists on the global art map. his episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/04/10/nadia-samdani-making-bangladesh-the-next-art-capital-of-the-world/

Author Saiswaroopa Iyer on her new novel, 'Rukmini: Krishna's Wife', and the towering feminist archetypes from Indian history and mythology. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/04/07/saiswaroopa-iyer/

Gurugram doctor Dr Shalini Mullick narrates her journey from relentless routine to mindfulness and finally meditation by immersion in colour and shapes. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/29/shalini-mullick-colouring-books/

The internet has democratised accessibility and opportunity between genders, classes and age groups in India. It is the antithesis of patriarchy, says Aekta Kapoor. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/28/internet-and-womens-empowerment/

An exclusive interview with award-winning New York-based filmmaker Karishma Dev Dube on her acclaimed short film 'Bittu' and on individualism versus authority. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/26/karishma-dev-dube-bittu/

IT engineer, MBA graduate and full-time writer Divya Vartika outlines the ways that being an introvert can be an asset in life and career. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/25/divya-vartika/

Gender equality is a distant destination strewn with ancient codes of patriarchy and widespread discrimination even in modern times, writes Dr Shalini Mullick. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/24/shalini-mullick-timeline-of-gender-inequality/

Author Richa Tilokani on her new book that simplifies the Bhagavad Gita for lay readers, and why it’s more relevant than ever in modern times. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/23/richa-tilokani/

Mumbai mother of two AV Sridevi recounts a lesson from childhood that helped her overcome a challenge in her adult life. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/22/av-sridevi/

Company law expert Archana Khosla Burman on the POSH Act and empowering women in the workplace. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/20/archana-khosla-burman/

Scotland-based business mentor and digital marketing strategist Sudha Mani coaches women on developing leadership potential using lessons she has learnt from her own life. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/19/sudha-mani/

Indian-American actor and filmmaker Dr Lakshmi Devy is sending out a strong message of women’s empowerment through her directorial debut. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/18/lakshmi-devy/

Not even a pandemic could dampen the future-oriented outlook of famed fashion designer Sania Maskatiya, who has taken Pakistani crafts to New York runways. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/17/sania-maskatiya/

Gauri Malik’s label Sirohi provides small-town women artisans design support to make sustainable products for eco-conscious buyers in big cities. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/15/gauri-malik-sirohi/

Through the Rakshin Project, social engineer Smita Bharti is spearheading a youth-led movement to create a social tipping point to stop child sexual abuse. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/16/smita-bharti/

As Priyamvada Singh's Indo-Pak family history proves, women and brides have always been the most capable ambassadors of transnational culture. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/13/indo-pak-family/

Founder of an offbeat and expeditionary travel community, Nidhi Salgame exemplifies the idea of courage, fearlessness and the spirit of adventure. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/12/nidhi-salgame/

In her new book, actor and social-media star Saloni Chopra subverts fairytale endings and puts forward more feminist solutions instead. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/11/saloni-chopra/

Academy and Emmy Award-winning documentary filmmaker Haya Fatima Iqbal is using her camera to highlight untold stories and unseen perspectives. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/10/haya-fatima-iqbal/

London-based entrepreneur and philanthropist Darshita Gillies is using technology to connect impact investors with those doing good in the world. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/09/darshita-gillies/

Political scientist Swarna Rajagopalan gives an insight into the cases that led to the POSH Act in India, a law to prevent sexual harassment of women at the workplace. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/08/safe-equal-workplaces-swarna-rajagopalan/

Highly-anticipated Netflix show Bombay Begums directed by Alankrita Shrivastava just released on Women’s Day. Here's the first look! This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/08/bombay-begums-review/

Educationist and writer Chandrika R Krishnan narrates her excruciating brush with cancer and the surprising advantage it gave her in the race for Covid vaccination. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/06/chandrika-r-krishnan/

India-based Kiran Kumari and Pakistan-based Amna Shariff have lived on both sides of the border, and are now contemporising the region’s shared heritage in their jewellery designs. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/05/kiran-kumari-amna-shariff/

Women with disabilities have a raw deal in the Mahabharata and Ramayana, whether it’s a queen like Gandhari, a princess like Surpnakha or a maidservant like Manthara.  This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/04/women-with-disability-in-mythology/

Engineer and writer Salini Vineeth shares her unconventional career journey and how she managed to make a profession out of her passion. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/03/salini-vineeth/

In eShe's new column Word of Art by Manasvi Jerath, we visit artist Tanya Goel's online exhibition 'Pause in a Flicker' at Nature Morte. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/02/tanya-goel-review/

This Women's Day, two books about rebellious women are slated to hit the stands: 'Impetuous Women' by Shikhandin, and 'Women Who Misbehave' by Sayantani Dasgupta.  This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/03/01/shikhandin-sayantani-dasgupta/

Software developer Natasha Sharma lists the insidious ways that gender discrimination pervades Indian corporate workplaces. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/28/natasha-sharma/

Dr Nandita Shah, founder of SHARAN, on how a plant-based diet is what appeals naturally to humans, and the ill-effects of meat and dairy on our bodies. “Instinctually, we are attracted to plant smells, not death and decay,” she says. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/27/nandita-shah/

Ananya Jain, a volunteer working behind-the-scenes at Jaipur Literature Festival 2021, which is completely virtual this time around, shares her unique experience. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/26/behind-the-scenes-jaipur-literature-festival/

Popular authors Anuja Chauhan and Shabnam Minwalla are out with exciting new whodunnits for mystery lovers. Neha Kirpal interviews them about the stories behind their books. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/26/anuja-chauhan-shabnam-minwalla/

Through her Bengaluru bookstore-café Champaca, Radhika Timbadia is creating a community space that celebrates diversity and the power of storytelling. Interview by Smitha Murthy. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/25/radhika-timbadia/

Book review of legendary Bollywood film director and screenwriter Sai Paranjpye's autobiography 'A Patchwork Quilt: A Collage of My Creative Life' by Neha Kirpal. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/24/sai-paranjpye/

UK-based yoga teacher and author Caroline Purvey​ helps people heal from stress and trauma using the body’s own powerful healing mechanism, writes Kay Newton​. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/23/caroline-purvey/

Acclaimed New York-based filmmaker Mehreen Jabbar talks about storytelling, female role models and Indo-Pak cinema collaborations. Interview by Aekta Kapoor. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/10/mehreen-jabbar/

Indian-American novelist Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni talks about contemporising mythology and exploring the question of identity in a globalised world. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/11/chitra-banerjee-divakaruni/

Feminist researcher and peace activist Kirthi Jayakumar is using stories, advocacy and technology to nudge India towards gender equality and social justice. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/12/kirthi-jayakumar/

Saadia Gardezi and her teammates at Project Dastaan use 360 VR technology to help the Partition generation in India and Pakistan revisit the land of their birth. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/13/saadia-gardezi/

Artist Reena Saini Kallat’s work looks at social and political borders by bringing the focus on manmade barriers and symbols of nationality. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/14/reena-saini-kallat/

Through art, dance and her Conflictorium Museum in Ahmedabad, interdisciplinary artist Avni Sethi has created a space to bring up difficult subjects of conflict, violence and democracy. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/15/avni-sethi/

Award-winning author Sonia Faleiro's latest work of nonfiction follows the mysterious death of two teen girls found hanging from a tree in Badaun, Uttar Pradesh, in 2014. A book review by Neha Kirpal. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/16/sonia-faleiro/

Authors Viji Venkat and Sujata Sabnis not only dwell on India’s beauty and history but also the cruelty of its traditions and its social injustice in their new crime thrillers.  This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/17/viji-venkat-sujata-sabnis/

Author and social entrepreneur Mehr F Husain is chronicling and reviving the Subcontinent’s artisanal heritage. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/18/mehr-f-husain/

This new anthology of short stories is a must-have for fiction lovers and a thought-provoking, stereotype-shattering gift for Women's Day. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/18/everything-changed-after-that/

A Kerala-based social enterprise built on spiritual and humanitarian values is out to provide rural women access to low-cost, eco-friendly cloth pads. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/20/saukhyam/

Author and social scientist Deepa Narayan’s 'Chup' is a disconcerting look into the minds and lives of Indian women who unconsciously co-opt into patriarchal systems. A book review by Swati Nair. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/21/deepa-narayan/

Superstar Mariah Carey’s autobiography reveals details of her rocky childhood, her dedication to her music, and her traumatic first marriage. A book review by Aekta Kapoor. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/22/mariah-carey-autobiography/

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://eshe.in/2021/02/22/the-definition-of-adventure/