The Rhetoric Life

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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


    • Jan 25, 2019 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 19m AVG DURATION
    • 17 EPISODES


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    Ep. 17. HINDU PHOBIA | COMMENTS | GILLETTE AD (Ft. Nasif Akhter)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2019 37:44


    On Episode 17 of The Rhetoric Life, Nasif Akhter, Srishty Tiwari and Pratik Saha join me to discuss Hindu phobia, hilarious comments from followers, the new Gillette ad which sparked a lot of controversies, and Srishty's hilarious photo shoot experience on the first episode that's also in a video format on YouTube! Featuring: Nasif Akhter Srishty Tiwari Pratik Saha MadBee Comedy Club, Kolkata www.madbeecomedyclub.com www.nasifakhter.com Follow Us On Instagram: @asknitingupta @nasifakhter @srishtyyy_ @old._.monk._ @madbeecomedyclub

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2018 13:42


    My gift to you on my birthday!

    Ep. 15. 4 Comics And An Iced Tea

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2018 35:26


    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.

    Ep. 14. College Politics - Rant

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2018 11:02


    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.

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2018 44:32


    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

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2018 17:50


    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).

    Ep. 11. Being Short

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2018 14:06


    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.

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2018 11:10


    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.

    Ep. 9. Bihar and Public Transport

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2018 12:25


    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?

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

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2018 33:48


    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.

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

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2018 35:22


    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

    Ep. 6. Kanye vs Kanye

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2018 13:34


    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.

    Ep. 5. Marvel vs D.C.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2018 6:41


    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.

    Ep. 4. Long Distance Relationships Suck

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2018 12:21


    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.

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

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2018 15:24


    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).

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

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2018 9:00


    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!

    Ep. 1. Great People On The Internet

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2018 7:27


    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!

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