Podcasts about Kathmandu

Undoubtedly the Nepal Heritage Recovery Campaign has been a success. In less than five years it has led the identification and return to Nepal of about 160 religious icons — statues, paintings, and more. These were stolen from this country and displayed or stored in public museums and private collections globally since Nepal opened to the world in the 1950s. Now what? The aim of the NHRC is to have these gods and goddesses (devi-devta in Nepali) returned to their communities, we learn in today's chat with Alisha Sijapati, a founding member and former director of the campaign. Some have made that journey, such as the Lakshmi-Narayan statue taken from Patko Tole in Patan in 1984, but most have not. Blocking their way is a lack of resources and underpinning that, an absence of understanding of the importance of heritage to the health of this country, she adds. Today's episode is an update to our conversation in October 2021 with NHRC member Rohan Mishra, titled Recovering Nepal's Stolen Art and Restoring its Culture. I encourage you to search for it wherever you're listening now. If you want more of these interviews, sign up to be a supporter wherever you're listening by clicking on the Support the Show link.For those of you in Nepal, the NHRC will take another step towards raising the profile of the living heritage of the stolen gods and goddesses in an exhibition at Patan Museum from July 31st to August 4th.  ResourcesNepal Heritage Recovery CampaignPrevious episode - Recovering Nepal's Stolen Art and Restoring its Culture Lain Singh Bandel Juergen SchickTell us how we're doing, or just say hiSupport the showYou can subscribe to Nepal Now for as little as $3 a month. Your support will help to defray the costs of making the show. And you'll also get a shout-out in a future episode. You can also show your love by sending this episode to someone who you think might be interested or by sharing it on social media:LinkedInInstagram BlueSkyFacebook Sign up to our newsletterMusic by audionautix.com.Thank you to PEI in Bakhundole and Himal Media in Patan Dhoka for the use of their studios. Nepal Now is produced and hosted by Marty Logan.

Rick Steves is one of the most trusted sources for Americans traveling abroad. But he once dreamed of becoming a piano teacher. That was before he backpacked along the Hippie Trail from Istanbul to Kathmandu in 1978, a trip that made him want to help others experience life-altering travel. We talk to him about his new book called “On the Hippie Trail: Istanbul to Kathmandu and the Making of a Travel Writer” about a life spent away from home. What would you like to ask or tell Rick Steves? Guests: Rich Steves, travel writer, TV host Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legendary travel writer Rick Steves reflects on his days adventuring down "the hippie trail" from Istanbul to Kathmandu... and we discover why you might find him eating at McDonald's in Paris; plus The Lullaby Project brings together singer-songwriter Stephanie Schneiderman and the Oregon Symphony to perform a song co-written by an incarcerated mother for her child. 

Join us for a thought-provoking podcast featuring renowned content creator Binayak Kuikel as we dive deep into the world of content creation, fitness, and social media influence. In this engaging conversation, Binayak shares his journey as a content creator, offering valuable insights into the challenges and rewards of building a presence in today's digital landscape. We explore the intersection of fitness and mental well-being, discussing how exercise acts as a powerful stress buster and the rise of fitness culture among content creators. The discussion expands into the importance of knowledge, the role of books and experiences in personal growth, and why knowledge is truly cool. Binayak Kuikel shares his perspectives on teaching careers, academic pressures, and the impact of GPA-centered education. We delve into fascinating topics like religion, spirituality, and the blurred lines between fiction and reality, as well as the significance of language and unique place names in Kathmandu. The episode also covers trending subjects such as behavioral economics, simulation theory, and the power of capitalism in shaping society. With a special focus on AI, we discuss predictions about Nepal earthquakes, the dangers of data extraction, and the future of artificial intelligence. Whether you're interested in fitness, content creation, or the influence of social media, this podcast with Binayak Kuikel is packed with knowledge, insights, and inspiration for anyone looking to grow and thrive in today's world. Don't miss out—subscribe for more engaging conversations! GET CONNECTED WITH Binayak Kuikel: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/binayak.wso?igsh=bngycXU5d21icjFm  

weisheit spezial 15 : Öffentlicher Vortrag vom Juni 2024 im Buddhistischen Institut Karma Tengyal Ling bei Stechlin-Menz. Englisch und deutsch. Übersetzung: Jobst Pflanz.  Auch als Video: https://youtu.be/pH1ouHi98Rs  Lama Sönam Rabgye wurde 1961 in Nepal geboren. Er studierte am Shri Nalanda Institut in Rumtek / Sikkim die buddhistische Lehre und Philosophie. Anschliessend unterrichtete er am Karma Lekshey Ling Institut in Kathmandu. Danach absolvierte er das traditionelle Drei – Jahres – Retreat im Kloster Pullahari in Nepal. Seit 1999 ist Lama Sönam Rabgye Residenz-Lama des Kamalashila Instituts in Langenfeld.  Karma Tengyal Ling gem. e. V., Neuruppiner Strasse 6, 16775 Stechlin-Menz, Deutschland, Telefon: + 49 (0) 33082 / 50289, Email: karma-tengyal-ling@web.de https://www.buddhistisches-institut.de Spendenkonto: Karma Tengyal Ling e.V. Bank für Sozialwirtschaft neue IBAN: DE32 3702 0500 0003 0698 00 neue BIC: BFS WDE 33 XXX (Spendenquittung auf Wunsch)  Herzlichen Dank! Unsere Präsentation (12MB pdf) können Sie hier ansehen und herunterladen: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1J3W9B377b7CE3lJWJ8D0QXuVpr8FR55COHxyRy7Ilwk/edit?usp=sharing 

Rick Steves had his first puff of a joint in Afghanistan while he was travelling the Hippie Trail in 1978, the overland route from Istanbul to Kathmandu. The travel writer and entrepreneur talks to Matt Galloway about how that trip made him think about the world differently — and why he says others should seek out mind-expanding travel, too.

Talking to Prakash Gurung made me realize that not all migrant workers from Nepal are leaving the country out of necessity. When I interviewed him last year the 26-year-old told me about his failed migration attempts – as both a student and a migrant worker – but I got the sense that he had options in-country as well; he just preferred the idea of leaving. I think there are many people in similar circumstances — they could find a job here at home, but believe that abroad they might be able to save more money, live in better conditions, or have more promising future prospects, for themselves and/or their family. One year later Prakash has shelved his migration plans. In their place he has chosen an unusual path—learning classical guitar. A guitar player since his teenage years, Prakash says that playing classical requires much more discipline than playing and singing rock songs, including hours of daily practice. He's found a teacher to guide him on that journey. As you'll hear, Prakash is now talking about finding satisfaction and inner peace on his musical quest. This is a huge turnaround from the half-hearted pledges he was making when we talked in 2024, and a pleasant surprise to me. Want more of these interviews? Sign up to be a supporter wherever you're listening by clicking on the Support the Show link.Tell us how we're doing, or just say hiSupport the showYou can subscribe to Nepal Now for as little as $3 a month. Your support will help to defray the costs of making the show. And you'll also get a shout-out in a future episode. You can also show your love by sending this episode to someone who you think might be interested or by sharing it on social media:LinkedInInstagram BlueSkyFacebook Sign up to our newsletterMusic by audionautix.com.Thank you to PEI in Bakhundole and Himal Media in Patan Dhoka for the use of their studios. Nepal Now is produced and hosted by Marty Logan.

Talking to Prakash Gurung made me realize that not all migrant workers from Nepal are leaving the country out of necessity. When I interviewed him last year the 26-year-old told me about his failed migration attempts – as both a student and a migrant worker – but I got the sense that he had options in-country as well; he just preferred the idea of leaving. I think there are many people in similar circumstances — they could find a job here at home, but believe that abroad they might be able to save more money, live in better conditions, or have more promising future prospects, for themselves and/or their family. One year later Prakash has shelved his migration plans. In their place he has chosen an unusual path—learning classical guitar. A guitar player since his teenage years, Prakash says that playing classical requires much more discipline than playing and singing rock songs, including hours of daily practice. He's found a teacher to guide him on that journey. As you'll hear, Prakash is now talking about finding satisfaction and inner peace on his musical quest. This is a huge turnaround from the half-hearted pledges he was making when we talked in 2024, and a pleasant surprise to me. Want more of these interviews? Sign up to be a supporter wherever you're listening by clicking on the Support the Show link.Tell us how we're doing, or just say hiSupport the showYou can subscribe to Nepal Now for as little as $3 a month. Your support will help to defray the costs of making the show. And you'll also get a shout-out in a future episode. You can also show your love by sending this episode to someone who you think might be interested or by sharing it on social media:LinkedInInstagram BlueSkyFacebook Sign up to our newsletterMusic by audionautix.com.Thank you to PEI in Bakhundole and Himal Media in Patan Dhoka for the use of their studios. Nepal Now is produced and hosted by Marty Logan.

Lingam K. is a research and lens-based artist whose projects primarily focus on scientific observations. The PhD student at RMIT University in Melbourne has been working on an extensive project visualising glacial meltdown in Nepal's Himalayan region, particularly in the Khumbu area. His recent exhibition in Kathmandu, titled “Sambandh”, featured large images of glacial lakes that he had photographed during his most recent visit to the region. Our Nepal correspondent, Girish Subedi, spoke to Lingam about his findings. - मेलबर्नको आरएमआईटी युनिभर्सिटीमा पिएचडी गरिरहेका लिङ्गम के. एक अनुसन्धानकर्ता हुन्, जसले फोटोग्राफी र ध्वनिका माध्यमबाट नेपालका हिमाली क्षेत्रमा हिउँ पग्लिने समस्याको अवलोकन गर्दै आएका छन्। पछिल्लो समय खुम्बु र नोजुम्पा हिमनदीहरूमा केन्द्रित अनुसन्धान गरेका उनले गत महिना काठमान्डूमा “सम्बन्ध्” नामक एक फोटो प्रदर्शनी गरेका थिए। आफैँले खिचेका हिमनदी क्षेत्रका ती तस्बिरहरू प्रस्तुत गरेका लिङ्गमसँग हिउँ पग्लने समस्याको वास्तविकता र ती हिमाली क्षेत्रमा काम गर्दाका अनुभवबारे नेपाल संवाददाता गिरिश सुवेदीले गरेको कुराकानी सुन्नुहोस्।

KATHMANDU COAST TO COAST S7 E1 : WELCOME TO THE 2026 EDITION, POWERED BY CP MEDIAThe Kathmandu Coast to Coast Podcast, powered by TeamCPNZ, is back and kicking off with a stacked first episode.Tune in Thursday night for an epic start to the season as we dive into the heart of the Kathmandu Coast to Coast with three incredible guests:Richie Owen – Operations Manager for the event, shares what really goes into making race weekend tick and how every coffee and bacon butty you buy supports vital fundraising efforts.Annabel Morris – A first-time competitor who recently returned to New Zealand after working overseas. She reflects on her Kathmandu Coast to Coast build-up, lessons learned, and the power of sharing the journey.Bob MacLachlan – Kayak instructor and Longest Day podium finisher, talks paddling, skill development, and how to gain confidence on the water.Don't miss this inspiring and informative launch to Season 7. Episode 1 drops tomorrow night, 7PM and is available FACEBOOK Live, right here.#KMDC2C #CoastToCoastNZ #TeamCPNZ #KathmanduCoastToCoast #PodcastLaunch #Season7 #MultisportMotivation #GetInspiredTEAMCPNZ MEDIA HOSTSAngus Petrie – @thecollabcreativeRichard Greer – @ric.greerhttp://www.coasttocoast.co.nzhttp://www.kathmandu.co.nzhttps://www.teamcp.co.nz@teamcpnzhttps://www.facebook.com/teamcpnzrichard@teamcp.co.nz

This is the fourth episode of What Now Sounds Like, a periodic series comprised entirely of your recordings from all over the world, in which we try to capture these strange times in audio. In this show you hear from Bryce in New York City, Stephanie in middle Appalachia, Tobin making eggs in Santa Rosa, California, George in New York City, Allison in Vermont, the Utah symphony warming up, gongs in Tacoma, Washington, a school meeting about AI in the classroom, Early in Arkansas, Jenn in London, coyotes in Middlesex Vermont, Rachel in Tonga, horns celebrating Tibetan New Year in Kathmandu, Marlo in Washington, and Amelia humming in Durham North Carolina. 

Whitley Fund for Nature 2025 winners from Brazil and Nepal tell Datshiane Navanayagam about their efforts to save the plants and animals they love from extinction.Reshu Bashyal is working to stop illegal poaching of wild orchids and Maire's Yew trees in Nepal. Both plants are prized for their medicinal properties. Reshu is the research lead at Kathmandu-based Greenhood Nepal and has interviewed hundreds of yew harvesters to understand their motivations and harvest techniques. She is now restoring 1,000 hectares of habitat for orchids and Maire's Yews, creating a community forest to promote best practices and developing an app for law enforcers to identify 100 plants that are trafficked.Dr Yara Barros has revived jaguars from the brink of extinction in Iguacu National Park in Brazil where numbers plunged to just 11 individuals. Her solutions include setting up a 24/7 rapid response unit where local people can report sightings or attacks by jaguars. Yara started her career working with the last Spix's Macaw in the wild before going to work in a zoo. A face-to-face encounter with a male jaguar called 'Croissant' convinced her to devote the rest of her career to protecting the apex predators.Produced by Jane Thurlow(Image: (L) Reshu Bashyal credit Whitley Fund for Nature. (R) Yara Barros credit Whitley Awards.)

Welcome to episode #986 of Six Pixels of Separation - The ThinkersOne Podcast. Pico Iyer lives between worlds - geographically, culturally, and spiritually - and that makes him one of the most attuned chroniclers of what it means to be alive right now. Best known for travel writing that often transcends borders and genres (The Global Soul, Video Night in Kathmandu, The Lady and the Monk), Pico is also a deeply reflective thinker about silence, stillness, and solitude. In his latest book, Aflame - Learning from Silence, he returns to a Benedictine monastery in Big Sur - a place he has visited over 100 times - to explore what it means to pause in a world that won't stop moving. This isn't a religious retreat or a spiritual how-to. It's a meditation on fire: what we lose, what remains, and how burning down can be its own kind of beginning. In this conversation, we talk about the power of silence in an always-on culture, why the monastic life holds so much wisdom even for secular people, and how loss (of home, of place, of identity) can be a clarifier rather than just a crisis. There are moments of levity (Leonard Cohen, a fellow monastery-goer, makes an appearance), but mostly what Pico offers is a quiet urgency: that we're missing too much while looking at everything. His reflections on mindfulness, technology, climate anxiety, writing, and what it means to find meaning when everything feels untethered will resonate with anyone seeking more presence in a distracted world (also check out his other books: The Art of Stillness and The Half Known Life). Pico splits his time between Japan and California, writes with grace and generosity for The New York Times, Time, The New York Review of Books and others. If you're struggling to make sense of modern life, this one offers something deeper than answers - it offers permission to pause. He is one of my mentors and someone I constantly think about. Enjoy the conversation… Running time: 1:05:46. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Listen and subscribe over at Apple Podcasts. Listen and subscribe over at Spotify. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Six Pixels of Separation. Feel free to connect to me directly on Facebook here: Mitch Joel on Facebook. Check out ThinkersOne. or you can connect on LinkedIn. ...or on X. Here is my conversation with Pico Iyer. Aflame - Learning from Silence. The Half Known Life. The Art of Stillness. Video Night in Kathmandu. The Global Soul. The Lady and the Monk. Chapters: (00:00) - The Impact of Wildfires and Personal Loss. (02:55) - Nature's Call: The Urgency of Change. (06:07) - Fire as a Metaphor for Renewal. (08:47) - Mindfulness in a Fast-Paced World. (12:04) - The Essence of Stillness and Silence. (14:57) - The Role of Technology in Connection and Disconnection. (17:58) - Finding Serendipity in Everyday Life. (21:05) - The Monastic Experience: A Journey Within. (23:58) - Exploring the Concept of Cells in Monasteries. (27:00) - The Intersection of Religion and Personal Growth. (35:25) - The Essence of a Holy Day. (36:36) - Life in the Monastery: A Unique Perspective. (39:00) - Leonard Cohen: The Monk and the Artist. (46:45) - Solitude vs. Community: The Monastic Life. (48:50) - The Art of Writing: Silence and Reflection. (55:26) - Facing Silence: The Challenge of Solitude. (57:35) - Creating in Chaos: The Need for Retreat. (01:04:28) - Lessons from Japan: A Different Perspective.

A New Zealand foreign minister's visited Nepal for the first time, more than 70 years since our countries were linked following the ascent of Mt Everest. Winston Peters flew from Kathmandu to the Everest region on Thursday, where he toured a school and a hospital created by the charity Sir Edmund Hillary founded in the 1960s. Sir Edmund Hillary's grandson Alexander Hillary joined him and he speaks with Heather du Plessis-Allan now. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Rothwell is joined by Jeff Albert, Associate Professor at Georgia Tech, and Paul McCabe, Senior Vice President of Research and Innovation at Roland, to discuss the 2025 Guthman Musical Instrument Competition - an annual event showcasing new technologies and innovations in music.Chapters00:00 - Introduction01:10 - Jeff Albert And Georgia Tech05:02 - Paul McCabe And Roland's Future Design Lab10:17 - Judging The Guthman Competition12:06 - Getting Hands-On With The Instruments13:45 - Getting The Back Stories From The Creators 15:11 - A Wide Range Of Instruments And Technologies17:37 - Face-To-Face Demos And Performances18:45 - The Origins Of The Guthman Competition21:33 - The 2025 Winner: Chromaplane24:55 - 3rd Place: Adult Corythosaurus30:34 - How The Instruments Are JudgedThe Guthman Musical Instrument CompetitionThe Guthman Musical Instrument Competition began in 1996, founded by Georgia Tech alumnus Richard Guthman in tribute to his wife Margaret, a talented pianist. Originally a jazz piano contest, it grew steadily over a decade, drawing students from dozens of US states.As Georgia Tech's music landscape evolved, introducing a Music Technology Master's in 2006 and launching the Georgia Tech Center for Music Technology in 2007, the competition shifted focus. In 2009, it was re-imagined as the Guthman Musical Instrument Competition, celebrating innovation in musical instrument design. Now an international event, it attracts inventors from across the globe. From experimental prototypes to market-ready products, entrants showcase their creations live, competing for recognition as the most groundbreaking idea in music technology.https://guthman.gatech.edu/Jeff Albert BiogAn Associate Professor and Interim Chair at Georgia Tech, Jeff Albert's areas of research and creative practice include improvisation and interaction, jazz performance, performance paradigms for live computer music and audio production. He has performed in concerts and festivals in the U.S and throughout Europe, and contributed as a performer, producer, or engineer on over 60 recordings, including the 2017 Grammy winner for Best Traditional Blues Album. He has been named a Rising Star in the DownBeat Critics Poll and his album Unanimous Sources was named a Top 10 album of 2020 by Jan Garelick in the Boston Globe. Albert received his B.M. from Loyola University New Orleans, and his M.M. from the University of New Orleans. In May of 2013, he became the first graduate of the PhD program in Experimental Music and Digital Media at Louisiana State University, where he was a founding member of the Laptop Orchestra of Louisiana (LOLs).https://jeffalbert.com/Paul McCabe BiogPaul McCabe is the Senior Vice President of Research and Innovation at Roland, where he has spearheaded the development of the Future Design Labs. Under his leadership, this global R&D team of engineers and researchers has been dedicated to exploring and harnessing emerging trends, fostering innovation, and shaping the global creative landscape for the next 50 years. In addition to his work at Future Design Labs, Paul also brings his expertise to Roland's Central Marketing Group, where he provides executive leadership to Consumer Research and Insights. Throughout his career, Paul has held numerous leadership positions, including VP of R&D and Strategic Partnerships, VP of Global CX and VP of Global Marketing. At Roland Canada, he served in various key roles such as President & CEO, COO, Product Manager, Marketing Communications Manager, Technical Marketing and Product Specialist.https://mccabepaulj.com/https://www.instagram.com/mccabep/Nick Rothwell BiogNick Rothwell is a composer, performer, software architect, coder and visual artist. He has built media performance systems for projects with Ballett Frankfurt and Vienna Volksoper, composed sound scores for Aydın Teker (Istanbul / Kapadokya), Shobana Jeyasingh, AWA Dance, Luz&Mannion Dance (Flamenco) and Undercurrent Theatre, programmed physical media sculptures with Simeon Nelson and Rob Godman, live coded in Mexico and in Berlin with sitar player Shama Rahman, collaborated with the body>data>space collective in Prague, Paris and Dresden, written software for Studio Wayne McGregor, Beinghuman in Kathmandu, the Pina Bausch Foundation and Nesta's FutureFest, consulted for Tate Modern, and developed algorithmic visuals for large-scale outdoor projections in Poland, Estonia, the Cambridge Music Festival and Lumiere (London / Durham). He has taught design at CODE Berlin and currently runs the Computer Science undergraduate course at University of the Arts London.Project Cassiel - https://cassiel.comCatch more shows on our other podcast channels: https://www.soundonsound.com/sos-podcasts

Gyanu Adhikari is co-founder of The Record, the online news portal that published from 2014 to 2024. With 10 years' experience running a media outlet that not only innovated in its content – offering long reads, history series, and podcasts, for example – but also experimented with funding—using a subscriber model—Gyanu has lots to share about media in Nepal. But surprisingly, he was most eager to talk about the state of the country—and more optimistic than most people I speak to about the future of Nepal. This episode was first published in 2024. I'm re-posting an episode today for the first time, mainly because I'll be out of town this week and couldn't finish a new one fast enough. I chose to feature my chat with Gyanu because it's one of the most popular I've published since 2020 and also because it's evergreen, since it deals with the media and the future, two subjects that many of us never tire speculating about. I reached out to Gyanu a couple of days ago to ask if he wanted to add anything to his thoughts three years later. He told me, quote, “I still believe we are on a good path provided we can keep the constitution and rule of law — a secular federal republic will take us far. To speed up the progress, Nepal should be inspired by China and Scandinavian countries' green transition. Democratizing the energy industry, for example, with feed-in tariffs, and replacing dirty with clean energy in every domain. That'd allow us to leapfrog ahead instead of merely play catchup with developed countries. We are also still badly under-investing in human capital, including in the arts.”Tell us how we're doing, or just say hiSupport the showYou can subscribe to Nepal Now for as little as $3 a month. Your support will help to defray the costs of making the show. And you'll also get a shout-out in a future episode. You can also show your love by sending this episode to someone who you think might be interested or by sharing it on social media:LinkedInInstagram BlueSkyFacebook Sign up to our newsletterMusic by audionautix.com.Thank you to PEI in Bakhundole and Himal Media in Patan Dhoka for the use of their studios. Nepal Now is produced and hosted by Marty Logan.

We spoke to this weapon..... Ex-Royal Marine Mitch Hutchcraft has just completed the world’s longest sea-to-summit ascent of Everest and it’s nothing short of legendary.⁠ ⁠ Starting with a 34 km swim across the English Channel, he then cycled more than 11,910 km to India, ran 900 km to Kathmandu, and trekked 359 km to Everest Base Camp.⁠ ⁠ Understandably, the journey’s been dubbed ‘the world’s longest triathlon'. Mitch Hutchcraft started by swimming the English Channel on 15 September and the 240-day challenge concluded when he topped the world's highest mountain He was doing it for charity and you can donate here as well - https://givestar.io/gs/limitless

Join us as we dive deep into the inspiring journey of Aasis Beats, Nepal's first multi-platinum, Billboard-charting music producer. From humble beginnings in Kathmandu, Aasis Beats has risen to international fame through his dedication to beat making, strategic collaborations, and a consistent work ethic. Discover how he broke into the global music industry, producing hits for artists like Tommy Richman, Central Cee, Lil Baby, and $uicideboy$. In this podcast, Aasis shares insights into his music production process using FL Studio, overcoming challenges like scams, and tapping into new markets across the US, Europe, Latin America, and the UK. Learn about the importance of performance royalties, marketing, and branding in building a successful career as a beat producer. We also explore the evolving music industry scope in Nepal, where Aasis is paving the way for future producers and artists. Whether you're an aspiring producer or a music enthusiast, this episode offers valuable tips on consistency in beat making, selecting your music preferences, and navigating the complex world of royalties and music trends. Don't miss Aasis Beats' thoughts on working with global artists, his love for Drake, and his future goals to create more Gold and Platinum records. Subscribe for more inspiring stories and expert advice on music production and the global beat-making scene! GET CONNECTED WITH Aasis Beats: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aasisbeats?igsh=dWF1cDc3aHVqdnk2  

First up, in our Overachievers segment, we meet Mitch Hutchcraft, an ex-royal marine who’s officially done too much. He swam the English Channel, biked 12,000km to India, ran to Kathmandu, and trekked to Everest Base Camp—dodging dogs, dodging bullets, and surviving car crashes. Meanwhile, we get puffed walking to the servo. Then it’s all about baby talk... for dogs! A new study reveals that pups actually prefer that high-pitched, cringey baby voice. Yep, their brains light up like fairy lights when we go full goo-goo gaga. In the Glossy’s, Pedro Pascal brings his rave energy to The Last of Us, Kim Kardashian drops a faux-nipple bra, Hulk Hogan bids to save Hooters (yes, really), and the Biebers prove that love means saying sorry for doubting your wife’s Vogue cover dreams. Also, 10 prisoners escape by removing a toilet, and over in Korea, people are winning competitions by doing absolutely nothing. Sounds like Joel’s kind of sport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 55 of the Global Travel Planning Podcast, Tracy sits down with Abigail from Aotearoa Adventures and her husband Isaac, sharing an insider's guide to Kathmandu, Nepal. Isaac, who spent his childhood in Kathmandu, joins Abigail to showcase their favourite temples, markets, festivals, and authentic experiences in Nepal's bustling capital. Together, they recount fond personal stories, offer cultural insights, and deliver practical recommendations for both first-time and seasoned travellers.Listeners will discover the must-see highlights from UNESCO heritage sites to vibrant local neighborhoods teeming with artisans, explore the city's dynamic food scene—hello, momos!—and hear essential tips for navigating transport, understanding local customs, and maximising time in Kathmandu. The episode also covers festival timing, the best neighbourhoods to wander, and little-known traveler mistakes to avoid. Whether you're planning a trek or a laid-back cultural immersion, this is your blueprint for an unforgettable Kathmandu adventure.Guest - Abigail Hannah of Aotearoa Adventures and her husband IsaacShow notes - Episode 55

Eckhart Nickel kommt aus Frankfurt, er ist Schriftsteller und Journalist, er hat früher beim Zeitgeist Magazin Tempo geschrieben, von Kathmandu aus hat er eine Literaturzeitschrift herausgegeben. Er schreibt Reiseberichte und Feuilletons für große Tageszeitungen, und das ist längst nicht alles. (Wdh. vom 14.10.2024)

Stay updated with the top Nepali stories from the past week in this weekly Nepal update. - जलवायु परिवर्तनमा केन्द्रित तीन-दिने “सगरमाथा संवाद” काठमान्डूमा सम्पन्न लगायत नेपालको साप्ताहिक अपडेट सुन्नुहोस्।

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports an environment conference in Kathmandu, Nepal, is discussing global climate change, including the impact on the highest Himalayan peak Everest.

Curator Bunu Dhungana says she is on a quest to explore the “complex” relationship between mothers and daughters through her latest exhibition “some things in the belly”, currently on display in Kathmandu, Nepal. Speaking to our correspondent Prayas Dulal, Dhungana shared her insights into the inspiration behind the exhibition, which centres on a collection of letters written by mothers to their daughters. - आमाछोरीको सम्बन्धबारे हाल काठमान्डूमा  “पेटका केही कुरा” नामक एक प्रदर्शनी चलिरहेको छ। कवि, चित्रकार, कलाकार लगायत विभिन्न विधामा काम गर्ने व्यक्तिहरूले तयार पारेका सामाग्रीहरू प्रदर्शनीमा राखिएका छन् र यसको मुख्य आकर्षण चाहिँ आमाहरूले आफ्ना छोरीहरूका लागि लेखेका चिठ्ठीहरू रहेको पेटका केही कुराकी प्रबन्धक बुनु ढुङ्गानाले एसबीएस नेपालीलाई बताएकी छिन्। ढुङ्गानासँग नेपाल संवाददाता प्रयास दुलालले गरेको कुराकानी सुन्नुहोस्।

If I told you about a 30-year study that has already resulted in 261 research publications, you'd be impressed right?And if I added that the study is based in Chitwan, and co-led by a Nepali, Prof. Dirgha Ghimire? I think you'd be even more enthusiastic. At least I was when I learned about the Chitwan Valley Family Study just a month ago. I'm not sure how I missed it over the past two decades that I've lived here but I'm a firm believer in the adage ‘better late than never'. Before we get to today's episode, did you know that we now have an e-newsletter? If you're curious about what we're working on for future shows, the latest news about migration and Nepal, or you want to share feedback and ideas, I encourage you to sign up now. Researchers at the Chitwan Valley study, based at the University of Michigan in the US, have been contacting members of the same 152 communities for the past three decades to collect key details of their lives: births, deaths, how they're aging, how their children are growing and much, much more. Especially key for our purposes is what happens to them—and their family members—when they migrate. ResourcesChitwan Valley Family StudyTell us how we're doing, or just say hiSupport the showYou can subscribe to Nepal Now for as little as $3 a month. Your support will help to defray the costs of making the show. And you'll also get a shout-out in a future episode. You can also show your love by sending this episode to someone who you think might be interested or by sharing it on social media:LinkedInInstagram BlueSkyFacebook Sign up to our newsletterMusic by audionautix.com.Thank you to PEI in Bankhundole and Himal Media in Patan Dhoka for the use of their studios. Nepal Now is produced and hosted by Marty Logan.

In this sambaad, Rupa Basnet, Padma Sundar Joshi and host Sabin Ninglekhu explore Kathmandu as a city shaped by three parallel urban realities—Newa settlements, informal settlements, and formal developments—each with unique histories and relationships to governance. Using the September 2024 floods as a critical lens, the conversation delves into questions of urban planning, legal accountability, and the impacts of aesthetic-driven development policies that often marginalise vulnerable communities.This is a live recording of the panel discussion at Project Sambaad. ⁠⁠Project Sambaad⁠⁠ is a collaborative platform that promotes in-depth conversations that critically examine Nepali society and its policy-making space. Through Project Sambaad, PEI and like-minded organisations seek to explore broad, impactful questions that contribute to a wider dialogue on the politics and development of Nepal and the South Asia region.Just a quick heads-up—this is a live recording of the conversation, so the audio quality might not always be perfect. This episode starts off a bit disturbed, but evens out soon enough. Also, you'll hear a mix of Nepali and English throughout the conversation—hope you enjoy!!

In this eye-opening podcast, we dive deep into the harrowing journey of a Nepali migrant who chose to move illegally to America in search of better opportunities. From the initial dream of a brighter future to the heartbreaking reality of being deceived by middlemen, this story reveals the hidden commissions and monetary demands that trap many innocent people. Follow his perilous route through Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, and finally to the US-Mexico border in Tijuana, where encounters with the mafia and dangerous situations test his resilience. Along the way, he faces near capture, tears his passport in Colombia to move forward, and endures the harsh conditions of a refugee camp in San Diego, California. Despite positive experiences in the camp, his struggle continues as he battles legal challenges, including deportation by three levels of court in America. Returning to Kathmandu, he confronts the heavy burden of repaying loans and coping with mental health issues. This powerful narrative shed light on the risks Nepali migrants face when pursuing the American dream illegally, exposing the dark networks that profit from their desperation. Watch to understand the true cost of illegal migration and the courage it takes to survive. GET CONNECTED WITH Khagendra Hamal: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Eka3kLUWa/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/king.hamal.1610?igsh=MXdiZXN5MDI1aDE3Zw==  

Joined by Alberto, Emma, Olga and Victoria, this second remote Himalayan podcast is a bunch of skydivers most decidedly not skydiving! Recorded after more than two weeks on the mountain, having attempted scaling the 6,100 meter mountain known as Island Peak, situated a rocks throw from Mount Everest, the team recounts this most amazing adventure over a few drinks in the heart of the climbers and tourists district of Thamel, in Kathmandu. Lunatic Fringe with a twist...

Welcome to the Jackson Pollock of Podcasts... we've got rugs from Kathmandu, remodels, and some home design real talkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've got rugs from Kathmandu, remodels, and some home design real talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Jones is the co-creator of the new In The Know podcast music and has been the Executive Director of the Katie School of Insurance & Financial Services at Illinois State University since 2001. The Katie School supports over 500 students majoring in Risk Management and Insurance (RMI), actuarial science, and other majors, who are interested in careers in insurance. Jones works with ISU faculty, staff, administration, and industry executives in helping to develop talent for industry and educate students at the velocity of change. He holds an MBA in International Business from Saint Louis University, a BSBA in Finance and Accounting from the University of Missouri Trulaske College of Business, and CPCU, AIC, ARM, and AIS. In this episode of In the Know, Chris Hampshire and Jim discuss microinsurance in developing countries, the next generation of talent, what Gen Z is looking for in a career, and tactics for successfully addressing the talent gap in the insurance industry.   Key Takeaways Jim's current role in the insurance industry focuses on the next generation of risk management professionals. As the Director of Claims Education, Jim taught 20,000 students each year. Jim's research in creating inclusive insurance in developing countries. In The Know's new theme song was written while Jim was in Kathmandu. Expanding the reach of microinsurance to underserved populations. A portrait of today's recently graduated insurance professional. Tactics for addressing the talent gap in the insurance industry. Characteristics of companies that successfully hire recent graduates. Jim's stand-apart advice to his early career self.   In the Know podcast theme music written and performed by James Jones, CPCU, and Kole Shuda of the band If-Then.   To learn more about the CPCU Society, its membership and educational offerings, tools, and programs, please visit CPCUSociety.org.   Follow the CPCU Society on social media: X (Twitter): @CPCUSociety Facebook: @CPCUSociety                 LinkedIn: @The Institutes CPCU Society Instagram: @the_cpcu_society  

Interview with Ryan Dickinson - Ryan Dickinson has spent the  last 10 years working within the advertising and video game industries as a creative director, music composer and sound designer. He's worked for world renowned companies such as MassiveMusic, EA Games and Squeak E Clean. He has also worked on sonic branding, helping to craft award winning sound for brands such as Kathmandu, The Australian Open & Canva (winning gold & silver Transform Awards)   Ryan is the director of “made by ikigai” which is a full-service music & sound agency.  Ikigai is a Japanese term that blends two words: “iki” meaning “to live,” and “gai” meaning “reason”, which translates to “a reason to live.” It's a concept that encourages people to discover what truly matters to them and to live a life filled with purpose and joy. In this interview with Ryan Dickinson We discuss ikigai and finding a profession that fills you with purpose. Ryan talks about being a freelancer, the importance of making yourself stand out and how personal branding can be a key component. Ryan and I both made a major career shifts into music later in life so we also talk about pivoting and how to make it work. Ryan Dickinson website Ryan Dickinson on Instagram Jim Hustwit is the host of Sync Music Matters

In our recent episode on global burn surgery with Dr. Barclay Stewart and Dr. Manish Yadav, we discussed several cases at Kirtipur Hospital in Nepal to illustrate the global burden of burns and similarities and differences in treating burns at Harborview Medical Center, a level 1 trauma and ABA verified burn center in Seattle, WA and Kirtipur Hospital (Nepal Cleft and Burn Center) in Kathmandu, Nepal. In this episode Dr. Stewart and Dr. Yadav return for an interview by UW Surgery Resident, Paul Herman, sharing insights on how to get involved in global surgery with an emphasis on sustainable participation. Hosts:  Manish Yadav, Kirtipur Hospital, Nepal Barclay Stewart, UW/Harborview Medical Center Paul Herman, UW/Harborview General Surgery Resident, @paul_herm  Tam Pham, UW/Harborview Medical Center (Editor) Learning Objectives 1.     Approaches to global surgery  a.     Describe historical perspectives on global health and global surgery reviewing biases global surgery inherits from global health due to the history of colonialism, neo-colonialism and systemic inequalities b.     Review a recently published framework and evaluation metrics for sustainable global surgery partnerships (GSPs) as described by Binda et al., in Annals of Surgery in March 2024. c.      Provide examples of this framework from a successful global surgery partnership d.     Define vertical, horizontal and diagonal global surgery approaches e.     Share tips for initial engagement for individuals interested in getting involved in global surgery References 1.     Gosselin, R., Charles, A., Joshipura, M., Mkandawire, N., Mock, C. N. , et. al. 2015. “Surgery and Trauma Care”. In: Disease Control Priorities (third edition): Volume 1, Essential Surgery, edited by H. Debas, P. Donkor, A. Gawande, D. T. Jamison, M. Kruk, C. N. Mock. Washington, DC: World Bank. 2.     Qin R, Alayande B, Okolo I, Khanyola J, Jumbam DT, Koea J, Boatin AA, Lugobe HM, Bump J. Colonisation and its aftermath: reimagining global surgery. BMJ Glob Health. 2024 Jan 4;9(1):e014173. doi: 10.1136/bmjgh-2023-014173. PMID: 38176746; PMCID: PMC10773343. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38176746/ 3.     Binda CJ, Adams J, Livergant R, Lam S, Panchendrabose K, Joharifard S, Haji F, Joos E. Defining a Framework and Evaluation Metrics for Sustainable Global Surgical Partnerships: A Modified Delphi Study. Ann Surg. 2024 Mar 1;279(3):549-553. doi: 10.1097/SLA.0000000000006058. Epub 2023 Aug 4. PMID: 37539584; PMCID: PMC10829902.  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37539584/ 4.     Jedrzejko N, Margolick J, Nguyen JH, Ding M, Kisa P, Ball-Banting E, Hameed M, Joos E. A systematic review of global surgery partnerships and a proposed framework for sustainability. Can J Surg. 2021 Apr 28;64(3):E280-E288. doi: 10.1503/cjs.010719. PMID: 33908733; PMCID: PMC8327986. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33908733/ 5.     Frenk J, Gómez-Dantés O, Knaul FM: The health systems agenda: prospects for the diagonal approach. The handbook of global health policy. 2014 Apr 24; pp. 425–439 6.     Davé DR, Nagarjan N, Canner JK, Kushner AL, Stewart BT; SOSAS4 Research Group. Rethinking burns for low & middle-income countries: Differing patterns of burn epidemiology, care seeking behavior, and outcomes across four countries. Burns. 2018 Aug;44(5):1228-1234. doi: 10.1016/j.burns.2018.01.015. Epub 2018 Feb 21. PMID: 29475744. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29475744/ 7.     Strain, S., Adjei, E., Edelman, D. et al. The current landscape of global international surgical rotations for general surgery residents in the United States: a survey by the Association for Program Directors in Surgery's (APDS) global surgery taskforce. Global Surg Educ 3, 77 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s44186-024-00273-2 8.     Francalancia S, Mehta K, Shrestha R, Phuyal D, Bikash D, Yadav M, Nakarmi K, Rai S, Sharar S, Stewart BT, Fudem G. Consumer focus group testing with stakeholders to generate an enteral resuscitation training flipbook for primary health center and first-level hospital providers in Nepal. Burns. 2024 Jun;50(5):1160-1173. doi: 10.1016/j.burns.2024.02.008. Epub 2024 Feb 15. PMID: 38472005; PMCID: PMC11116054. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38472005/ 9.     Shrestha R, Mehta K, Mesic A, Dahanayake D, Yadav M, Rai S, Nakarmi K, Bista P, Pham T, Stewart BT. Barriers and facilitators to implementing enteral resuscitation for major burn injuries: Reflections from Nepalese care providers. Burns. 2024 Oct 28;51(1):107302. doi: 10.1016/j.burns.2024.107302. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 39577105. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39577105/ Please visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.   If you liked this episode, check out our recent episodes here: https://app.behindtheknife.org/listen

When a cello was donated from overseas and no one around could play it, violinist Iva Maharjan says she took up the challenge. She credits her family for the support and encouragement. Maharjan, one of the few female cello players in Kathmandu, the Nepali capital, spoke to our correspondent Prayas Dulal. - विदेशबाट दानमा आएको चेलो बजाउने कोही नभेटेपछि नेपालकी इभा महर्जन आफूले भायलिन बजाउन छाडेर उक्त वाद्य यन्त्र बजाउन थालेको एसबीएस नेपालीलाई बताएकी छिन्। परिवारको साथ र हौसलाका कारण ११ वर्षको उमेरदेखि विभिन्न बाजाहरू बजाउँदै आएकी उनी अहिले आएर काठमान्डूमा भएका केही अर्केस्ट्रामा चेलो बजाउने केही सीमित वाद्यवादिकाकी रूपमा देखिन थालेकी हुन्। चेलो वादककै रूपमा आफ्नो भविष्य देखेकी इभा महर्जनसँग नेपाल संवाददाता प्रयास दुलालले गरेको कुराकानी सुन्नुहोस्।

Join us in this thought-provoking conversation with Uttam Babu Shrestha as we dive deep into some of today's most critical topics — from air pollution in Kathmandu 2025 to the global contributors of air pollution. Learn how construction affects air quality and why climate change impact in Nepal is a serious threat to the future of Nepal's hydropower potential over the next 50–100 years. We also explore the surprising story of invasive plant species biodiversity, including how native flowers like Guraans became problematic in places like Scotland. Uttam Babu shares insights from his groundbreaking research on the social factors of Yarsa Gumba harvesting and its ecological impact, revealing a complex relationship between local communities and environmental sustainability. Moving beyond environmental science, we delve into evolutionary psychology explained, touching on the human evolution and psychology that shape our behaviors today. Discover how Darwin's theory of sexual selection builds upon The Origin of Species, and understand the evolution of human mate selection based on male vs female evolutionary differences. We discuss the role of beauty and symmetry in evolution, uncover why humans recognize art, and explore how evolution shaped human art and aesthetics. Learn why male behavior in evolutionary psychology often leans towards showing off and how survival mechanisms in human evolution continue to influence our lives. We also talk about the evolutionary basis of sexual preferences in modern society. Don't miss this deep dive into environment, science, and the evolutionary roots of love, art, and survival! GET CONNECTED WITH Uttam Babu Shrestha: X: https://x.com/uttambabu https://uttambabu.com/  

I've said it to you listeners more than once: it seems that almost every young person I've met in Nepal in the last couple years was planning to go overseas, or knows someone who's doing so. Now I have proof, kind of. Yesterday I spoke to a researcher whose team surveyed a high school graduating class. 40% of the students said they want to go study abroad after graduation; another 40% said they hope to go work overseas. That's 80% — a huge number, but I'm not surprised. So when I meet someone in their 20s who graduated high school in Nepal, then did a bachelor's degree, and then a master's degree, and is now working in this country, I get curious. Today's guest, Paribesh Bidari, tells me that the youngest people he's working with in his various offices are in their 40s. And while he's juggling many gigs to advance his career, he's also making it a point to motivate his juniors to stay in Nepal.Tell us how we're doing, or just say hiSupport the showYou can subscribe to Nepal Now for as little as $3 a month. Your support will help to defray the costs of making the show. And you'll also get a shout-out in a future episode. You can also show your love by sending this episode to someone who you think might be interested or by sharing it on social media:LinkedInInstagram BlueSkyFacebookMusic by audionautix.com.Thank you to PEI in Bankhundole and Himal Media in Patan Dhoka for the use of their studio. Nepal Now is produced and hosted by Marty Logan.

Welcome to the sixty-third episode of Talk Spirit To Me.This week Jess welcomed Allira Potter to the podcast.Allira Potter is a proud Yorta Yorta, a trained reiki practitioner, intuitive reader, energy healer, life coach and meditation guide. Allira's practice is fully immersed around culture, cultural awareness, and education, with a focus on debunking the wellness narrative to ensure diverse representation and decolonisation of a white-dominated wellness space.A self-appointed ‘sassy, psychic witchy sister', Allira's profile is continuing to rise thanks to her warm and witty personality and refreshingly authentic approach to life. Allira's practice advocates for cultural diversity, body positivity, and mental wellbeing, utilising her platform to create conscious content that is both engaging and educational for her followers.Allira's socially broadcasted messaging empowers women to embrace their bodies, curves & all, and to love themselves for who they are. Allira is beginning to make her mark on the social media landscape and has recently worked with both international and national clients including The Body Shop, Kathmandu, Instagram, Libra, Cotton On, Schwarzkopf, LuluLemon, MECCA, Bioderma, Kmart, Spell, Wella, Target, Bumble and many more.If you would like to connect with Allira you can follow her on IG @allira.potter or visit her websiteIf you like this sh*t, follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @jessicalynnemediumship⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@talkspirittomepodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OR if you would like to book a Psychic Medium Reading you can do so ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠**Please note: we do not own the rights to this music; Sky - Wanheda @RFM_NCM

After a 30 hour flight to Kathmandu, Len Forkas, joins The Courageous Podcast before his daunting task of climbing Mount Everest to help raise awareness and funds for kids battling cancer. Len is the Founder of Milestone Towers, a Seven‑Summits contender, and Chairman of the foundation, Hopecam.  In his conversation with Ryan, Len traces the moment his eight‑year‑old son asked, “Am I going to die?” and how that question sparked a mission now connecting 5,500+ children with cancer to their classmates in every U.S. state.  He breaks down the mindset that powers 3,000‑mile bike races, South‑Pole ski treks, and this month's Everest attempt. He reminds us that while he can choose to turn back on his journey on Everest, the kids with cancer don't have that option  Along the way he reveals why the true summit isn't a ridgeline at 29,000 feet but a kitchen table stacked with blueberry pancakes for a daughter who once called him out for training too much.

On this episode of “Out of Office: A Travel Podcast,” the boys celebrate the pod's 200th episode with travel icon Rick Steves! Kiernan chats with Rick about his latest book “On the Hippie Trail: Istanbul to Kathmandu and the Making of a Travel Writer” and about how keeping a journal can make one into a keener observer of culture.  Rick's philosophy of travel is that if you haven't come back changed, you didn't do it right. This interview will leave you changed. Plus, a new artistic saint! Things we talked about in today's podcast: Rick Steves' Europe https://www.ricksteves.com/  Free scans of every page of Rick's journal https://www.ricksteves.com/about-rick/original-hippie-trail-journal  Saint Gaudi! https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/14/world/europe/antoni-gaudi-architect-saint.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare  Wanna help us celebrate 200? Leave a review (please)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-of-office-a-travel-podcast/id1438098925  And a final note from Ryan and Kiernan: RIP POPE FRANCIS!

An interview with legendary travel writer Rick Steves about his new book, On the Hippie Trail. The book offers a glimpse into the memories and misadventures of his formative 1978 trek from Istanbul to Kathmandu.

Tell us how we're doing, or just say hiJust like coffee shops, it seems that education consultancies are multiplying faster than rabbits in Kathmandu. I've always wondered why prospective students spend tens or even hundreds of thousands of rupees to have someone fill out their overseas college and university applications for them. After all, if they've made it to Grade 12 or beyond, surely they must be able to do it themselves. So I was very happy to have nursing expert Radha Adhikari on the show to explain some of the reasons why it's not quite as simple as I thought. I think you'll agree that her information and insights are fascinating.Also, I am happy, and proud, to announce that Nepal Now is 100 episodes old! Thank you to everyone who's listened since 2020. That's when I started the show as a way to broaden the conversation about ‘development' and Nepal, and to share more of the kinds of interviews that I was already doing, instead of having them reduced to just a couple of paragraphs in an article.For those of you still listening, I have just one request: Feedback please! I know you're out there, but I really want to know what you're thinking. Love the show – fantastic; hate it – not so good, but tell me anyway. Even better if you have suggestions. It's extremely easy to get in touch. Send a text by clicking on the link at the top of the notes to this episode, or message us on social media. We're @nepalnowpod.Questions or comments: email me at nepalnowpod(at)gmail.com. Support the showYou can subscribe to Nepal Now for as little as $3 a month. Your support will help to defray the costs of making the show. And you'll also get a shout-out in a future episode. You can also show your love by sending this episode to someone who you think might be interested or by sharing it on social media:LinkedInInstagram BlueSkyFacebookMusic by audionautix.com.Thank you to PEI in Bankhundole and Himal Media in Patan Dhoka for the use of their studio. Nepal Now is produced and hosted by Marty Logan.

With Kathmandu recently ranked as the world's most polluted city in terms of air quality, Nepal correspondent Prayas Dulal spoke with air quality expert Bhupendra Das about the seriousness of the situation and possible solutions. - केही साता यता काठमान्डूमा वायु प्रदूषण ह्वातै बढेको रिपोर्टहरू आएका छन्। अधिकारीहरूले नेपालका विभिन्न ठाऊँमा लागेको डढेलोका कारण यस्तो भएको बताएका छन् भने यसलाई नियन्त्रण गर्न सङ्कटकाल नै घोषण गर्नुपर्ने जनस्वास्थ्य विज्ञहरूको भनाइ छ। यही सन्दर्भमा काठमान्डूको वातावरण अनि प्रदूषण न्यूनीकरण गर्ने उपायहरूबारे वायु गुणस्तर विज्ञ भूपेन्द्र दाससँग नेपाल संवाददाता प्रयास दुलालले गर्नुभएको कुराकानी सुन्नुहोस्।

Stay updated with the top Nepali stories from the past week in this weekly Nepal update. - पछिल्लो समयमा फेरि बढेको काठमान्डूको वायु प्रदूषणले दम भएका र अन्य बिरामीहरूलाई असर गरेको चिकित्सकहरूको भनाइ लगायत नेपालको साप्ताहिक अपडेट सुन्नुहोस्।

The year 2025 marks the 10th anniversary of China's Digital Silk Road, which has become an increasingly crucial component of Xi Jinping's flagship foreign policy project: the Belt and Road Initiative. Over the past decade, China has massively expanded its digital infrastructure investment across the globe. Accompanying the investment has been the diffusion of China's digital governance norms and standards in recipient states. Countries in the Indo-Pacific have been at the forefront of this stretching Chinese digital influence landscape. The conflation between digital development cooperation and digital governance norms adoption has far-reaching implications that need to be better understood and addressed. To discuss the issue, Michael Caster joins host Bonnie Glaser. Caster is the Head of Global China Programmeat ARTICLE 19, an NGO that advances freedom of opinion and expression. His organization has published two reports examining China's Digital Silk Road. Timestamps[00:00] Start[01:30] Understanding China's Digital Silk Road [05:57] China's Digital Governance Norms[10:16] China's Digital Footprints Abroad[16:07] Attractiveness of Chinese Digital Solutions[18:56] Role of High-Tech Companies in Digital Governance[21:44] Assessing the Effectiveness of China's Digital Governance[23:14] State-Driven Surveillance and Censorship[27:39] China's BeiDou Navigation System [31:09] How should governments respond to these normative shifts? 

Travel expert and PBS host Rick Steves discusses his new memoir, “On the Hippie Trail: Istanbul to Kathmandu and the Making of a Travel Writer.” Plus, Nick Turbo Benson takes the spotlight for our series, “Speaking of Art,” and John Snyder shares his experiences with jazz legend Gerry Mulligan for our series, “Notes and Narratives.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shubhechchha Marasini's journey to clearing 6 Loksewa exams is nothing short of inspiring. In this podcast, she shares her Loksewa exam preparation strategies, daily study routine, and tips on how to pass Loksewa exams efficiently. From her early struggles in Argakhachi to her transition to Kathmandu, she discusses the challenges of engineering students in Nepal, including internships in Nepal and balancing work and studies. One of the major hurdles for any aspirant is stress management for students. Shubhechchha reveals how spirituality and exam success go hand in hand and how yoga for stress relief helped her stay focused. She also provides time management for Loksewa exam insights, sharing how she overcame failures and setbacks, including financial struggles as a student and the pressure of living alone. If you're looking for best study techniques for Loksewa, Shubhechchha's advice on how to stay motivated for Loksewa will be invaluable. We also dive into the education system in Nepal, tips for government job aspirants, and how the right daily routine of a successful student can make a difference. Watch till the end for Loksewa success story insights, life of a Loksewa topper, and key takeaways on career growth in Nepal. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspirational stories! GET CONNECTED WITH Shubhechchha Marasini: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shubhu.marasini X: https://x.com/Suvey57 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/su_ve_y57/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet  

Since publishing his debut essay collection—Video Night in Kathmandu, featuring far-flung reportage from 10 Asian countries—in 1988, the prolific travel writer Pico Iyer has gone on to write more than a dozen books exploring themes ranging from displacement and identity to globalization and technology, as well as contribute to publications such as The New York Times, Time, and Condé Nast Traveler. Over the years, Iyer's travels have taken him to some of the world's most remote destinations—North Korea, Bhutan, and Iceland, to name a few—but it's his hundred-plus visits to a Benedictine hermitage in Big Sur, California, that form the heart of his latest book, Aflame: Learning From Silence. Connecting with his inner stillness during these various sojourns in solitude has left him wholly transformed, opening him up to discover the thrumming, ineffable joy of being truly awake to the world and wonderfully alive. On this episode of Time Sensitive, Iyer explores the purpose and joy of travel, and shares deeply moving reflections about what he finds most essential in life.Special thanks to our Season 11 presenting sponsor, L'École, School of Jewelry Arts.Show notes:Pico Iyer[4:25] “Aflame”[4:25] “Autumn Light”[4:25] Philip Larkin[4:25] “The Art of Poetry No. 30”[7:18] Bashō[7:18] Leonard Cohen[10:21] New Camaldoli Hermitage[10:21] Post Ranch Inn [16:25] “Postmodern Tourism: A Conversation with Pico Iyer”[17:08] “The Eloquent Sounds of Silence”[21:48] “The Joy of Quiet”[31:42] “What Ping-Pong Taught Me About Life”[33:14] “Walden”[37:28] “The Open Road”[41:37] “Video Night in Kathmandu”[41:37] “The Lady and the Monk”[41:37] “Lonely Places”[41:37] The Global Soul[44:40] “In the Realm of Jet Lag”[52:35] “Culture: The Leading Hotels of the World”[55:17] Potala Palace[55:17] Naoshima, Japan[55:17] Teshima, Japan[55:17] Narita, Japan[01:00:43] “The Half Known Life”[01:10:10] “No Time”

Political analyst Chuck Todd is back for a D.C. news roundup.Former secretary of public safety Andrea Cabral reflects on the Mayor Eric Adams fiasco and the leader of the “Zizian” cult being held without bail in Maryland. Plus, more law and order headlines. Travel guru Rick Steves has a new book called “On the Hippie Trail,” a collection of journal entries from his youth during travels from Istanbul to Kathmandu in 1978. Investigative comedian Adam Conover of “Adam Ruins Everything” joins ahead of a show at the Wilbur.

In this episode, we get excited about two new books: Every Tom, Dick & Harry by Elinor Lipman and On the Hippie Trail: Istanbul to Kathmandu and the Making of a Travel Writer by Rick Steves. Then Dave shares a sweet poem about the good stuff: love and dogs. Links Every Tom, Dick & Harry by Elinor Lipman Podcast: Mel talks about Ms. Demeanor by Elinor Lipman Visit Elinor Lipman's website. Elinor Lipman is the new EM Forster. Fight me. Review of The Inn at Lake Devine by Elinor Lipman Review of The Way Men Act by Elinor Lipman Review of Isabel's Bed by Elinor Lipman On the Hippie Trail: Istanbul to Kathmandu and the Making of a Travel Writer_ by Rick Steves Photos from On the Hippie Trail on Rick Steves' website Video: Rick Steves talks about his book Taylor Mali's website What Learning Leaves by Taylor Mali Video: Taylor Mali performing ‘How Falling in Love is Like Owning a Dog' Transcript of this episode. The Library of Lost Time is a Strong Sense of Place Production! https://strongsenseofplace.com Join our FREE Substack to get our (awesome) newsletter and join in chats with other people who love books and travel. Do you enjoy our show? Do you want to make friends with other (lovely) listeners? Please support our work on Patreon. Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside - https://www.patreon.com/strongsenseofplace As always, you can find us at: Our site Instagram Substack Patreon Parts of the Strong Sense of Place podcast are produced in udio! Some effects are provided by soundly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We hear why the city of Potsdam — home to elegant Prussian palaces and parklands, all in quick reach of central Berlin — is worth a day's visit. Then we get a sense of what life was really like for the emperors of ancient Rome, with the help of classicist Mary Beard. And we travel back to 1978 with Rick and his longtime buddy Gene Openshaw as they retrace their post-college adventures along the infamous "Hippie Trail" from Istanbul to Afghanistan to India, all the way to Kathmandu. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.