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Books and Beyond with Bound

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Welcome to India’s No. 1 book podcast where Tara Khandelwal and Michelle D’costa uncover the stories behind some of the best-written books of our time. Find out what drives India’s finest authors: from personal experiences to jugaad research methods, and insecurities to publishing journeys. And how these books shape our lives and worldview today. Tune in every Wednesday! Created by Bound, a storyt... more

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Latest Episodes

Ever wished you had an extra hour each day? (Spoiler: you don’t need one!)

In this episode of Books and Beyond, Tara chats with Apekshit Khare, HR professional and author of The Time Energy Toolkit, about why the problem isn’t our 24 hours, it’s how... more

How does mythology change when we look at them through women’s lives?

In this episode, Tara chats with P. Lalita Kumari, also known as Volga, one of the most influential feminist voices in Indian literature, and Purnima Rao, the translator of On the... more

What dangerous secrets lie beneath the "comforting newborn smell" of one of the most trusted companies in the world?

In this explosive episode, Pulitzer Prize-nominated NYT journalist Gardiner Harris pulls back the curtain on Johnson & Johnson's his... more

Can a vision board help you design your dream life?

In this episode, Pushkar Anand, author of Manifest Your Infinite Riches and founder of the Centre for Infinite Riches, discusses what it truly means to manifest the life you want, beyond material w... more

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Recent Guests

Purnima Rao
Translator of Volga's works from Telugu to English
Episode: 8.21 Volga & Purnima: On Why Mythological Women Deserve More
Gardiner Harris
Pulitzer Prize-nominated journalist and author
The New York Times
Episode: 8.20 Gardiner Harris: On The Dark Secrets of Johnson & Johnson
Pushkar Anand
Cambridge educated coach and author of 'Manifest Your Infinite Riches'
Episode: 8.19 Pushkar Anand: You're Manifesting All Wrong (And Here's Why)
Tarini Mohan
Author of Lifequake, sharing her memoir about resilience and identity after a traumatic brain injury
Episode: 8.18 Tarini Mohan: On the Changes We Choose, and the Ones We Don’t
Daisy Rockwell
Award-winning translator and author of Alice's Ghosts
Episode: 8.17 Daisy Rockwell: On Ghosts, Secrets, and the Stories That Haunt Us
Sanjana Sathian
Author of the novel Goddess Complex
Episode: 8.16 Sanjena Sathian: On the Illusion of Choice and Motherhood
Reenita Hora
Author of 'Vermilion Harvest', a historical novel about the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre
Episode: 8.13 Reenita Hora: On Fiction as a Weapon Against Forgetting
Dr. Samir Parikh
Chairperson of the Fortis National Mental Health Program
Fortis
Episode: 8.12 Dr. Samir Parikh & Divya Jain: Why Mental Fitness Wins the Game
Divya Jain
Sports Psychologist, Head of Psychological Services at Fortis
Fortis
Episode: 8.12 Dr. Samir Parikh & Divya Jain: Why Mental Fitness Wins the Game

Hosts

Tara Khandelwal
Host of Books and Beyond and an advocate for storytelling and literature.
Michelle D'costa
Co-host of Books and Beyond, dedicated to promoting literature and authors.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 225 ratings
  • Amazing podcast

    Listening to Tara’s voice everyday just makes my day. Such a feel good podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sahir8
    India3 years ago
  • Wonderful place to discover Indian authors

    This is a wonderful place to discover Indian authors. It also offers a wealth of information and insights about the different aspects of the craft of writing, as well as the publishing scene in India that novice writers will find extremely useful.

    The conversations are so down to earth and relatable that I binged listened all the back episodes in one go.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grpleo
    India4 years ago
  • interesting

    this ahow made me interested in the concept of podcast’s

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MonkeyD.Luffy8030
    India5 years ago
  • Awesome work

    Loved the way they present each episode, especially episode 3 from season 2. Tara and Michelle are doing a great job. Every time I listen to them it really makes me to check out the book. looking forward to have more episodes and wish them the best

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VishNarain
    India5 years ago
  • Loving Season 2

    After throughly enjoying season 1, I'm so glad y'all are back with Season 2! Loved the first two episodes, can't wait for more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rhea Pereira
    India5 years ago

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Audiences express their eagerness for upcoming episodes and the exploration of new literary themes.
Listeners appreciate the focus on Indian authors and the insights into their writing processes.
The interplay between the hosts is frequently highlighted as a strong point, making the content feel approachable and entertaining.
Many find the conversations relatable and engaging, often reflecting on personal experiences.

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#27
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Apple Podcasts
#50
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Apple Podcasts
#239
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

8.20 Gardiner Harris: On The Dark Secrets of Johnson & Johnson
Q: How come nobody is talking about this?
It's primarily due to Johnson & Johnson's expertise in cover-ups and maintaining a positive public image.
8.20 Gardiner Harris: On The Dark Secrets of Johnson & Johnson
Q: Can you tell me about how the story led to your decision to research on this book and why you decided to uncover it?
The story haunted me; I wanted to find a way to talk about the use of antipsychotics in children, which eventually led to legislative changes in the U.S.
8.19 Pushkar Anand: You're Manifesting All Wrong (And Here's Why)
Q: What advice do you have for people to maintain their conviction and stay on that vibrational frequency?
He suggests having mentors and building a daily practice that includes visualization and affirmation to build faith.
8.19 Pushkar Anand: You're Manifesting All Wrong (And Here's Why)
Q: Can you speak about some principles that help you become the person you want to be?
Anand emphasizes the importance of identifying your talents and values, and visualizing what you truly want to do if money were no object.
8.18 Tarini Mohan: On the Changes We Choose, and the Ones We Don’t
Q: Can you tell me a little bit more about what your village looks like today?
Tarini discusses how her family and community have expanded since her accident, highlighting the importance of relationships and support in her life.

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2. Gardiner Harris
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4. Tarini Mohan
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