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Have you ever found yourself bored, unfulfilled or without a clear direction in life? Join me on a journey of self-discovery to find your passion and the keys to unlocking a life filled with purpose, fulfillment, and joy! Join in as we dive deep into the heart of what it means to find your passion, offering practical insights, inspiring stories, and actionable strategies to help you ignite your inner fire and pursue your dreams with unwavering enthusiasm.

We have a celestial spectacle lined up for you this episode, where the sun plays hide and seek with the moon! Listen in to know the science behind solar eclipse, the different types of solar eclipses, the duration, frequency, the cultural significance and some fun facts! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poorvi-daxini/message

In this episode, we boldly go where no podcast has gone before - we travel to the past and the future! We journey through the world of time travel, learn about wormholes, twin paradox, time loops, grandfather paradox and more. If you want to know if time travel could ever become a reality, listen in! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poorvi-daxini/message

Ever wondered why we spend one third of our lives sleeping? Or what's happening in our brains when we dream? Join me on this journey to uncover the mysteries behind our nightly adventures --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poorvi-daxini/message

Imagine a world where particles can be in multiple places at the same time, where cats can be both alive and dead at the same time (thanks to Schrödinger for that thought!), and where looking at something can actually change what happens! Sounds like a sci-fi movie right? But guess what, this is the reality of the quantum world! Listen in to learn some quantum concepts and how it affects our day to day life. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poorvi-daxini/message

In this episode we unlock the secrets of a legendary wizard of the past - the one and only Harry Houdini! You get a glimpse of the secrets behind the Chinese water torture cell and the Milk can escape. He turned magic into a heart-pounding spectacle, blending danger, excitement and a touch of the extra ordinary! His magic continues forever. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poorvi-daxini/message

Have you ever felt that the value of your money is decreasing and that the same amount of money buys you a lot less today than earlier? That my friends, is inflation. Did you know that Zimbabwe had an inflation of 79.6 billion %?! And in Venezuela people needed wheelbarrows of cash just to buy groceries! Japan had a different problem - they had negative inflation or deflation. Listen to this episode to understand what causes inflation and what can be done to control it. Also learn about some interesting inflation related trivia. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poorvi-daxini/message

In this episode we explore the world-wide phenomenon that is Coca cola, and uncover the secrets behind its 125 years old legendary formula. The recipe is such a secret, that it is divided into two parts and kept in high security vaults! Coca cola's logo is one of the most recognized symbols on the planet! Today, it is available in every country in the world except Cuba and North Korea. Listen in, to learn many more interesting trivia! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poorvi-daxini/message

Are Kings & Queens a thing of the past? Well, not quite! In the 21st century, there are 43 sovereign states in the world with a Monarch as the head of state. In this episode we learn about the various types of monarchies, the countries ruled by monarchs and learn about some of the most extra-ordinary and influential royal figures of this century. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poorvi-daxini/message

Random acts of kindness, whether to family and friends or to complete strangers, not only gives joy to the receiver, but also the giver. Infact, many a times the giver feels more joy! Small things that don't cost much can make someone's day or uplift their mood. Listen to this episode to hear heart warming examples of random acts of kindness. Hope it inspires you to spread some joy around you and make the world a better place! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poorvi-daxini/message

The best teachers not only impact knowledge, but also inspire and motivate students to achieve their full potential. Their impact on students' lives often goes beyond academic and professional development. A teacher is not just a teacher, but a mentor, a friend, a guide, who sees the potential in you when you yourself cannot see it. Listen to this episode to hear about some truly inspiring teachers and some amazing student teacher relationships. And you will appreciate the incredible power of teachers to change the world - one student at a time! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poorvi-daxini/message

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Kumbh mela is one of the most fascinating Hindu festivals and the largest peaceful gathering of human beings on Earth! The Purna kumbh is celebrated in 4 cities in rotation all of which are on the banks of a river - Allahabad or Prayagraj, Haridwar, Nashik and Ujjain. Legend has it that when the Gods and Demons were fighting over a Kumbh or a pot of Amrit (nectar of immortality), the nectar fell on these 4 cities. It is said that 200 million people from all over the world attended the 2019 Kumbh Mela! Listen to this episode to learn about a lot more interesting stories. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poorvi-daxini/message

With our lives getting busier, it is so easy and convenient to get ready to eat packaged foods and munch on chips and other packaged snacks. These are called processed foods which are modified in some way - mechanically, chemically or thermally. This is usually done to increase the shelf life of the product, improve the texture and add flavor. During processing, unhealthy fats, preservatives, additives, like sugar and sodium are added to the food. In this episode we talk about the pros and cons of processed food and how to make healthier choices. Choose wisely, your health is in your hands. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poorvi-daxini/message

Hundreds of thousands of people die every year in India, even though their lives could have been saved if someone else who dies had donated their organs. People of all ages, irrespective of gender, blood group, skin color etc. can donate their organs. Each person has the potential to save up to 8 lives. And yet, only 0.08% of people have registered to be organ donors. Many people don't because they feel they are too old or not fit. In this episode we bust many myths and share how one can register to be a donor --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poorvi-daxini/message

One of the most basic functions of the human body, breathing not only fuels the body with oxygen, it can also clear a foggy mind and help strengthen muscles. It is not called "the breath of life" for nothing. Yet few people learn how to breathe in a way that allows the body to function the way it should. We don't realize just how important breathing is to our physical and mental health. In this episode, we learn about Pranayama the ancient breath technique that originates from yogic practices in India. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poorvi-daxini/message

At what age are you supposed to forget about your dreams? How old is too old to do something new? Short answer: Never! In this episode we learn about Harland Sanders who first franchised a KFC outlet at 62, Mani aunty who transformed her hobby into a successful business at 88, Harry Bernstein who became a successful author at 96, Boman Irani who got his big break in movies at 44, Gladys Burrill who completed a marathon at 92, and more such inspirational stories. After listening to these stories, you will agree that it is never to late to start anything new. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poorvi-daxini/message

Did you know that Gold is not formed on Earth but has come from outer space? And that 85% of gold ever mined is still in circulation? Or that 75% of Indian households own gold in some form or the other, making Indian the largest holder of the precious metal in the world? Now Indians have this fascination for the yellow metal and India's love for gold is as ancient as its culture. In this episode we learn more about the metal, where it comes from, why it is so valuable, the gold standard and a lot of interesting facts.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/poorvi-daxini/message

Most of us know that Mount Everest is the tallest place on Earth. But do you know which is the deepest place on Earth? It is the Mariana trench in the western Pacific ocean and is 11km or 36000 feet deep! It was created when two tectonic plates crashed into each other. Humans have explore the Mariana trench for the same reasons as we have explore space - to see if there is life out there. But though thousands have summitted Everest, only 3 divers have explored the Challenger Deep which is the deepest point in the Mariana trench, and Hollywood director James Cameron is one of them! Listen to this episode to learn many more interesting facts --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

Christmas is around the corner and the Christmas spirit is in the air. And children are looking forward to Santa Claus and his gifts! But Santa Claus and gifting is a recent phenomenon. In this episode we learn about the various characters from history that Santa is influenced from, Santa's official home in Lapland, Finland, about climbing down the chimney and reindeer and a lot more! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

Of all the diamonds in the world, the Kohinoor is by far the most famous with truck loads of drama! According to folklore, a Hindu description warns that "He who owns this diamond will own the world, but, will also know all its misfortunes". Only God or a woman can wear it with impunity. Throughout history, the cursed diamond traded hands and caused the fall of many kingdoms. Brothers set against brothers; sons overthrowing their fathers; the history and lives of rulers who owned the Kohinoor diamond were filled with violence, murder, mutilation, torture and treachery. Whether or not people believe in the curse of the Kohinoor diamond, the history of the stone is undeniable.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

I grew up watching a lot of Martial Arts movies starring Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan whose flying kicks and quick reflexes seemed to defy the laws of physics and I was so in awe of them. And there is a cool quotient that gets associated with people who practice Martial Arts. This episode is about the history and different types of Martial Arts and how India played a role in one of the most popularly known Chinese Martial Art form. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

The idea behind a bucket list is, as they say in the movie with the same title, to create a list of things you hope to do before you "kick the bucket", basically before you die. Many people will live their entire lives without having any idea of what they really want. They follow society's conventions like getting a job, getting married, having children, buying a house, because that is what they are "supposed to do". A bucket list helps you focus on things you like to do; those things that give you a jolt of excitement and give you the most wonderful memories. People often say they don't know what to add to the bucket list.  But there is a structured approach to creating a bucket list and in this episode I will guide you to create one. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

Our Universe is unimaginably big with billions of galaxies and stars in it. But is there anything beyond what we can see and know? Science fiction and even some scientists believe that there could be an infinite number of universes called parallel universes that exist alongside ours, with anything from small differences in events to entirely different rules of Physics! This idea has references in religion and mythology as well. As well as many movies and books like Spiderman, Dr. Who, Star Trek and others. Would you like to go meet yourself in another Universe?! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

We're faced with so many adverse situations in our life. Some of us just sit back and curse, give up or blame fate or someone else. But there are some who take charge, see the opportunity in the problem and make the most of it. We will learn about a few such inspiring people who see prospects where others only see problems who turn adversity into opportunity. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

Hallyu is a Chinese term which literally means "Korean Wave" referring to the global craze for Korean culture. It is a collective term used to refer to the phenomenal growth of Korean culture including everything from movies, music, drama, to online games and cuisine. It is a way for Korea to develop its soft power. Dramas like Crash Landing on You, movies like Parasite, bands like BTS and the extreme popularity of their songs like Butter and Dynamite have made Hallyu the phenomenon it is today.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

We all dream almost everyday, but while dreaming, we don't really know it's a dream. Lucid dreams are those where you "know" that you are dreaming while you are asleep and dreaming! You're aware that the events flashing through your brain aren't really happening. But the dream feels vivid and real. You may even be able to control how the action unfolds, as if you're directing a movie in your sleep! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

Most of us love reading superhero books and watching superhero movies. Many even secretly dream of having superpowers and saving the world! In this episode we learn about the history of super heroes, what qualities they have and why we love them. Hear about the super powers of Superman, Batman, Phantom, Spiderman, Hulk, Ironman, their backgrounds the costumes they wear and how they help the world around them. There are a few interesting Indian super heroes too. But superheroes make mistakes too and have their own flaws. That is what makes them so relatable. And if they can make mistakes, learn from them and get better, we can too. There is a bit of a super hero in each of us and we should strive to bring that out.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

Our planet is bogged down by the weight of plastic we humans have used and discarded over generations. Plastic's wide range of unique properties has made it indispensable, but single use plastics account for 40% of the plastic made each year. And the amount of plastic made in the first 10 years of this century is more than what was produced in the entire last century, most of which is landfilled and will remain on earth for centuries. Plastics pollute soil water and air resulting in severe health impacts for all living species and is also a major cause for global warming. It is predicted that by 2050 the mass of plastic in the oceans will be more than the mass of fishes. Millions of animals are killed by plastics every year. The world is facing a plastic crisis and status quo is not an option. Say no to plastic!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

I am an avid traveler, rather a travel addict! I have traveled extensively across the globe visiting 35 countries across 5 continents. In this episode I share interesting anecdotes and things that travel has taught me. The kindness of people, the wonder of nature the astuteness of the human mind that can be experienced in the magnificent man made monuments, the mind numbing cruelty of a dictator, art, music, food, culture, adventure, you name it. Travel gives you an opportunity to experience all this and more.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

A big bang happened 13.8 billion years ago and that was the birth of our Universe which expanded from a dot to several billion kilometers in a few minutes! After 400 million years, the first stars and galaxies were formed. And about 4.6 billion years ago, our sun was born from the remnants of a supernova explosion of another star. and then all the planets and the solar system was formed. We also learn a lot of fun facts about the Sun. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

When we think of people who have made a huge impact to the world, we often think of adults. But young people can - and often do - make a serious impact on the world. Greta Thunberg got worldwide attention with more than 2 million children following her footsteps at 15. She has appeared in Times magazine as person of the year and has motivated young people and even governments to take action to save the planet. Malala Yousafzai is a passionate advocate for women's right to education and is the youngest person in the world to receive the Nobel peace prize. Louis Braille, Geetanjali Rao, Marley Dias, Amika George have all made a huge positive change to the world. These are all common people who have achieved extra ordinary things because they were working on something they were passionate about and they were persistent. So go on, dream big and change the world! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

In the thousands of years since civilization began, human beings have come up with thousands of different cultures and along with it, rituals and customs. And there are some weird and unusual customs and traditions in almost every part of the world. Like people throwing overripe tomatoes at each other in Spain, in Denmark people who are single at 25 get covered from head to tow in cinnamon, in Thailand they have a lavish buffet for monkeys, people in Nicaragua use their lips instead of fingers to point to things, when boys turn 13 in Amazon, they have to insert their hands in gloves filled with bullet ants that sting real bad. There are many more such weird and wonderful ways that people across the planet choose to celebrate. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

In the last few decades, technology has seen an exponential growth. The number of new inventions is staggering and some of them seem almost like science fiction! Some of the technologies in the making that will make lives easier and change our world forever are - Flying Cars, Robot butlers and friends, 3D printed food, smart toilet that analyzes your poop, lab grown meat and dairy, energy storing bricks, artificial eyes, sweat powered watches and more. The future is coming, sooner than you think. In fact, we cannot think of life without technology these days. But overuse of technology is linked to declining mental health and social issues. So, is tech good or bad? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

For more than 150 years, Tata group has been synonymous with India's nation building project venturing into automobiles, software, chemicals, steel, hotels, energy and many more. All of this was built by 3 key visionaries - Jamsetji, JRD and Ratan Tata. But what is more important is they did this with humanity philanthropy and ethics at its core. And 66% of the wealth of Tata group is held by Tata Trust, and the money is used for charity and philanthropy. Tatas have changed the lives of billions and continues to do so. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

The world's most devastating war that involved almost every part of the world, that left 60 to 75 million dead. And a war that changed the world and that changed history like no other event. Learn about Adolf Hitler, one of the main characters of this war and why he started the war, how countries aligned to the two sides of the war - Allies and Axis - the most important battles, war on Indian soil, the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombing, how the war ended, the financial and social cost of the war and the after effects. What would happen if there is a third world war? The risks are enormous. The bloodshed HAS to stop! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

Many of us have big dreams, goals and ambitions for our life and career. But all too often, we face one small setback and we give it all up. But failure is often a precursor to success and the famous quote "If at first you don't succeed, then try, try and try again, until you succeed" is what we should live by. Listen to some amazing examples of people who faced many failures, but never gave up. They exemplify perseverance and will inspire us to overcome obstacles and conquer our goals. Hear about the trials and tribulations and eventual glorious success of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, Walt Disney, J.K. Rowling, Superstar Rajinikanth, Thomas Edison, Arunima Sinha and Steve Jobs. After listening to the interesting anecdotes, you will realize that whatever is your dream, you can be and do whatever you want to. And no matter what life throws at you, be in poverty, being orphaned, failures, setbacks, being criticized, becoming disabled, these are no excuses for not pursuing your dreams. So many people have overcome all these challenges and succeeded. And so can you. Failures, setbacks, disappointments are inevitable. But what you do after that is what defines you, your future and your life! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

There are so many things that make you unique, the way you walk, smile, your values, thoughts, ideas. But there's something about each one of us that no one in the world has and that is our fingerprints. Fingerprints are even more unique than DNA - even though identical twins can have the same DNA, they cannot have the same fingerprints. Learn about what makes finger prints unique, the main patterns, and how fingerprints are used in crime investigation. Also learn about an interesting 30 year old cold case that is solved with the help of fingerprints and how in today's tech driven world, fingerprints are used as passwords - a science called biometrics. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

The sense of security that all of us feel is thanks to our Armed Forces who guard our borders all year round. Indian military is the second largest in the world with third largest defence budget and ranking fourth in terms of military might in the world! This episode is about the Indian army, navy, Air force. the structure of the Army, various ranks, the decorations given to the officers for their bravery and courage, the wars we have fought and won and the weapons we have. You can also know about some very famous quotes by our Param Vir Chakra awardees. The bravery, glory sacrifice and duty of the Indian Army will make your heart swell with pride! Jai Hind! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

We all idolize our sporting heroes and make them demi gods. And while winning is fun and important, more important is being fair, playing with integrity and exhibiting good sportsmanship. In this episode we talk about some real examples of great sportsmanship and a few ugly ones. You can decide for yourself what kind of a person you would like to be after listening to the interesting anecdotes --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

The Giving Pledge is a movement of Philanthropists who commit to giving a majority of their wealth to charitable causes. Started by Bill Gates and Warren Buffet in 2010, today more than 200 billionaires across 27 countries have joined the Pledge. Some, like Bill Gates have pledged 99% of their wealth. Some famous people who are part of the pledge are Elon Musk, Azim Premji, Mark Zuckerberg, Kiran Mazumdar Shaw and others. Listen in to hear about what motivates these people to give away so much of their hard earned wealth and the impact they expect to make. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

World War II's most dangerous spy was a woman with a wooden leg! Virginia Hall, nicknamed the "limping lady" by the Nazis was the most wanted by Hitler's Third Reich. A pro at undercover warfare, spying and espionage, she lived under a fake name and identity in France.  She masterminded spectacular jail breaks for her colleagues who got captured, sent coded messages in news broadcasts and picked up wounded from the roads when Germans were firing machine guns. She later joined the CIA and there too, out-did her male colleagues. Virginia Hall was the only civilian woman of the war to be decorated with the Distinguished Service Cross for "extraordinary heroism".  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

Learn about the wonder kids of the world, some from the past and some from current times. A toddler who published his music at age 5, a mathematical genius who discovered all of Euclid's theorems himself by 12, the youngest chess grandmaster, a self taught genius, a child surgeon and many more. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

He is a visionary, he is charismatic, and he is one of the greatest  entrepreneurial innovators of our time. He starts companies not just to  make money, but for the preservation of the future of the human race. He  works in the areas that  he has identified as crucial to the future of mankind, like making a  home for mankind on another planet! And he has had astounding success.  He has defied critics, disrupted industries, and made advances in many  frontiers, via his creation of PayPal, Tesla Motors, SpaceX, HyperLoop, SolarCity —game-changers all. Everything he  touches, becomes successful even in areas he has had no prior experience  at all.  And that is why he is my superhero! Listen to the episode to  know more about my superhero! And also check out these fascinating videos Hyperloop - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5fOWB6SNqs  Ad Astra - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFOEyqqGuEI&t=295s Space X tour - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WnmZtsbAxgQ Falcon Heavy rocket launch - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sX1Y2JMK6g8 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

Japan has the world's highest number of centenarians, but even within Japan, residents of the islands of Okinawa live not only the longest, but also the healthiest and happiest. Okinawa is one of 5 places in the world known as blue zones or longevity hotspots. Listen to this episode to learn the secret to their long healthy and happy lives. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

Tha Manhattan project built the world's first atomic bomb during World war II. It was such a well kept secret that even the US Vice President did not know about it. Robert Oppenheimer was the chief scientist who quoted a verse from Bhagavad Gita when they first tested the bomb. Two bombs Little Boy and Fat Man completely destroyed the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Survivors are even today suffering from the radiation. Today there are 8 countries who have announced having nuclear weapons including India and Pakistan. We CANNOT afford another war. It would destroy the planet. Let's make friends not enemies. Let's choose peace, not war. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

The corals of the Great Barrier Reef are spectacular and of every imaginable color! They look brilliant and the only living thing visible from space! They clone themselves into thousands of copies. 25% of the ocean's species are present in the coral reefs which occupy less than 0.015% of ocean space! But the reefs are dying due to human activity... There are a lot of volunteering opportunities where we can help and make a difference. Listen to the podcast to know more --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

An Indian owns the largest house in the world which is valued at more than a billion dollars! These houses or rather mansions are soaked in luxury with gold embellishments, marbles, crystals, helipads, acres of gardens, garages with the fanciest cars and rooms that run in 50s and 100s - stuff that dreams are made of. Some of the houses have hosted presidents and movie stars and also featured in movies and TV series. And then there are a couple of palaces hearing about them would leave you spellbound and speechless!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

How and why dogs became human's best friends. They descended from wolves and humans breed them for specific purposes like hunting, farming, herding and even help solve crimes. Learn about different dog breeds. Dogs have also played important roles in movies. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

Highest mountain in the world formed by colliding tectonic plates. It attracts adventurers from all over the world and on average takes 2 months to summit! Learn about the death zone, the traffic jams near the summit, how many people have sumitted and how many died, what it takes to go on the adventure and a lot of interesting trivia! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message

Is mankind alone in the universe? What is the probability of finding intelligent life in the universe? If there is intelligent life outside Earth, Do they have internet and Swiggy? Learn about the Goldilocks zone extremophiles, radio communication, UFOs and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/poorvi-daxini/message