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/
