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The Rhetoric Life

The Rhetoric Life

By Nitin Gupta

Welcome to The Rhetoric Life, a fun weekly podcast, where we discuss everything from music to books to movies and a little bit of gossip splashed here and there. If the life and thoughts of an ordinary college student in Kolkata who loves to talk (and is like *really* funny) interests you, well, you're in for a treat!
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Ep. 9. Bihar and Public Transport

The Rhetoric LifeJun 04, 2018

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Ep. 17. HINDU PHOBIA | COMMENTS | GILLETTE AD (Ft. Nasif Akhter)
Jan 25, 201937:44
Ep. 16. College Politics - The Aftermath (Birthday Special)

Ep. 16. College Politics - The Aftermath (Birthday Special)

My gift to you on my birthday!
Dec 08, 201813:43
Ep. 15. 4 Comics And An Iced Tea

Ep. 15. 4 Comics And An Iced Tea

On this episode I get three guests - Farjad Zaman, Sreyo Mukherjee, Rahul Singh, all really good comics and fun guys and just go on to blabber stuff about the comedy scene in Kolkata, stupid friends, Varun Thakur's latest video and a lot of other random bullcrap. But entertaining.
Dec 03, 201835:26
Ep. 14. College Politics - Rant

Ep. 14. College Politics - Rant

On this episode of The Rhetoric Life, I go on to rant about why college politics is stupid and share some really stupid things some people involved in all this horsepoop do. And, hence prove that I am the coolest person in the city.
Aug 06, 201811:02
Ep. 13. Exes and Uber Drivers (ft. Vik Pandya)

Ep. 13. Exes and Uber Drivers (ft. Vik Pandya)

On another EXCITING episode of The Rhetoric Life, I invited Vik Pandya on the show and we talk about his journey as a comic, from bombing open mics to performing alongside big names like Vir Das and Zakir Khan and being cast on a web series, how Zakir messed around with him backstage, how it's not a good idea to hook up with people through your comedy, and more! So, yeah, best click play! Find him on IG @vpcomedy
Jul 05, 201844:32
Ep. 12. How to NOT Lose Your Virginity (And Other Things)

Ep. 12. How to NOT Lose Your Virginity (And Other Things)

On this episode of The Rhetoric Life, I spit some real facts on how to NOT lose your virginity, haters, college life in general, and your nose that looks like a hobbit's. Just kidding, I love you (on the condition that you listen to this episode xx).
Jun 28, 201817:50
Ep. 11. Being Short

Ep. 11. Being Short

On the latest episode of The Rhetoric Life, I ramble about what its like to be short in a world of - more short people? Yeah, that's about it. Check it out if you're short (like me) or you hate short people (like me). We have so much in common. Yes, even I would click on play.
Jun 16, 201814:07
Ep. 10. You're Single Because...

Ep. 10. You're Single Because...

On this EXCITING episode of The Rhetoric Life, I ramble about why you might be single. I mean if you have time to listen to my podcast, you are most probably single (not like I don't love you, I do - you're amazing). Let's dig into this and find out the reasons!
P.S.: I also talk briefly about Kate Spade's death and how we need to take depression and anxiety seriously.
Jun 11, 201811:11
Ep. 9. Bihar and Public Transport

Ep. 9. Bihar and Public Transport

On this episode, I ramble about my home state Bihar and the state of autos and public transport there and in Kolkata. Oh and how can I forget about the creepy dudes?
Jun 04, 201812:25
Ep. 8 Entrepreneurship and More (Ft. Sabah Ali)

Ep. 8 Entrepreneurship and More (Ft. Sabah Ali)

On this episode, I have a chat with Sabah Ali, a recent graduate and full-time entrepreneur. We talk about what one should do to "make it", Gary Vaynerchuk, and a penguin wearing a sombrero. Check her out @sabah.ali14 on Instagram.
May 26, 201833:48
Ep. 7. Most Misused Apps and Some Weird Tales (Ft. Tejash Datta)

Ep. 7. Most Misused Apps and Some Weird Tales (Ft. Tejash Datta)

On this episode we talk about some apps which are seriously misused, Tejash's weird dick pic story, a crazy cab driver and more hilarious stuff! Find him on Instagram @tejashnottejas
May 21, 201835:23
Ep. 6. Kanye vs Kanye

Ep. 6. Kanye vs Kanye

On this episode (rant) I share my two cents on everything that's been going on with the (in)famous black rapper Kanye West and try to put it in perspective and hopefully clear some wrong thoughts that people might have.
May 17, 201813:34
Ep. 5. Marvel vs D.C.

Ep. 5. Marvel vs D.C.

On this episode, I talk about Marvel and D.C. (from a sensible Marvel fans perspective). And basically, make jokes on D.C.
D.C. fans are advised to watch after some mental preparation and after making sure that no ropes, ceiling fans and chairs are in sight.
May 13, 201806:42
Ep. 4. Long Distance Relationships Suck

Ep. 4. Long Distance Relationships Suck

In this episode, I tell you why I think long distance relationships just aren't worth the effort. Too much invesment and you don't even have enough sex.
May 07, 201812:21
Ep. 3. Talking Tinder (And A Crazy Date)

Ep. 3. Talking Tinder (And A Crazy Date)

On this episode, we discuss Tinder and I recall a really crazy date I had (and it's really crazy - don't believe me? Just listen).
May 02, 201815:25
Ep. 2. Uni Life, Women, and Cat People vs. Dog People

Ep. 2. Uni Life, Women, and Cat People vs. Dog People

On this episode we (I? I’m not sure why I wrote we, but that’s what everyone does and I’m a sheep) talk about my Uni Life, Women and how I really love them but there’s some stuff wrong with them too, and Cat People vs. Dog People!
Apr 28, 201809:01
Ep. 1. Great People On The Internet

Ep. 1. Great People On The Internet

On the first episode of The Rhetoric Life, instead of talking about what this podcast is all about, I talk about fuckall people on the internet and prove that something like this should not be in everyone's hands. I mean, THE CRINGE!
Apr 25, 201807:28