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Season 2: Culinary Challange ShowS2 E1: Coconut oil vs Mustard oilSend us a textComparing 2 super ingredients and stories CulinaryChallengeShow
2026-01-2211 min
Season 2: Culinary Challange ShowS2, E11 — Coconut Oil vs. Mustard Oil: The Great Indian Fat DebateSend us a textSeason 2, Episode 11 of The Culinary Challenge Show dives into one of India’s most emotional kitchen choices: Coconut Oil vs. Mustard Oil: The Great Indian Fat Debate. Host Rahul Shrivastava — raised in a mustard‑oil North Indian home and later converted by a Keralite coconut‑oil kitchen — explores how culture, chemistry, and health advice collide in a single frying pan.The episode opens by crediting four key influences: Culinary Nutrition for connecting chef logic with nutrition, Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat for explaining how different fats behave and taste, the NIN/ICMR monograph...
2026-01-2213 min
Season 2: Culinary Challange ShowS1, E10, “Marination Mysteries: Why Time Does Not Always Equal Flavor,Send us a textMarination feels like magic: leave food in a bowl overnight, and expect restaurant-level flavor the next day. But in real kitchens, that often leads to rubbery chicken, crumbly paneer, or fish that falls apart before it hits the pan. This episode of The Culinary Challenge Show takes listeners past the myths into the real mechanics of how marinades work.In Season 1, Episode 10, “Marination Mysteries: Why Time Does Not Always Equal Flavor,” Rahul explains how salt penetrates deeply, acid mostly affects the surface, fat carries aroma, and spices often sit on the outsid...
2026-01-1228 minSeason 2: Culinary Challange ShowS1 E9: The Art of Tempering: 30 Seconds That Change EverythingSend us a textIn this episode of The Culinary Challenge Show, we break down the tiny, explosive step that decides whether your dal tastes flat or unforgettable: tempering. In just a few seconds of hot oil, spices, and crackling aromatics, you learn how to transform everyday dishes into restaurant-level plates.What you’ll learnWhat tempering actually does to flavor and aroma in Indian cooking.The ideal oils, spice combinations, and timing for North vs South Indian style tadka.The most common tempering mistakes (burnt garlic, dead mustard seeds, raw spices) a...
2026-01-0517 minSeason 2: Culinary Challange ShowS1 E8: What If Every Whistle Is A Story Of Time, Memory, And TasteSend us a textThe hiss, the pause, the whistle—our kitchens have their own soundtrack, and today we lean into it to unlock faster, deeper flavor with total control. We dive into the real science of pressure cooking, explaining how higher boiling points and sealed steam move heat and aroma into food more efficiently than any open pot simmer. That single shift turns tough cuts silky, makes lentils creamy, and builds richness in minutes instead of hours.Together we map out a practical playbook. We start with the first tarka to bloom spices and bu...
2026-01-0111 minSeason 2: Culinary Challange ShowS1 E7: Tandoor Magic: Fire Without FearSend us a textBefore we light up today’s fire, let’s acknowledge three books that keep the tandoor’s story alive outside the oven. Ranjit Rai’s Tandoor: The Great Indian Barbecue — the technical bible of heat, meat, and method. Anshuman Sharma’s Tandoor: A Journey Through Time — the cultural bridge linking ancient flames to modern kitchens. And K. T. Achaya’s Indian Food: A Historical Companion — the wide‑angle lens that reminds us every flame carries history.Welcome to Episode 7 of Season 1 of the Culinary Challenge Show. I’m Rahul Shrivastava — a...
2025-12-2609 minSeason 2: Culinary Challange ShowS1 E7: Tandoor Magic: Fire Without FearSeason 1, Episode 7 – Tandoor Magic: Fire Without FearBefore we light up today’s fire, let’s acknowledge three books that keep the tandoor’s story alive outside the oven. Ranjit Rai’s Tandoor: The Great Indian Barbecue — the technical bible of heat, meat, and method. Anshuman Sharma’s Tandoor: A Journey Through Time — the cultural bridge linking ancient flames to modern kitchens. And K. T. Achaya’s Indian Food: A Historical Companion — the wide‑angle lens that reminds us every flame carries history.Welcome to Episode 7 of Season 1 of the Culinary Challenge Show. I’m Rahul Sh...
2025-12-2609 minSeason 2: Culinary Challange ShowS1 E6: The Science of Perfect Tadka – Why Your Dal Tastes Like WaterSend us a textThe sound is unmistakable: a hiss of oil, the crackling of cumin, the bloom of red chili. It’s not just a garnish—it’s chemistry and performance art rolled into five seconds of magic.Intro (What Listeners Get):• The step‑by‑step science of tadka (tempering).• Hidden heat control lessons from regional kitchens.• Tips to orchestrate aroma like a seasoned chef.CulinaryChallengeShow
2025-11-1709 minSeason 2: Culinary Challange ShowS1 E5: THE CURRY CONSPIRACY – WHO REALLY INVENTED INDIA’S MOST FAMOUS DISHSend us a textGet ready for a flavor-packed journey with "EPISODE 5: THE CURRY CONSPIRACY – WHO REALLY INVENTED INDIA’S MOST FAMOUS DISH," a culinary podcast episode that challenges everything you thought you knew about curry. This chapter of Culinary Challenge boldly asks listeners: what if the world’s most “Indian” dish didn’t actually begin in India at all? From the cold open hook to the closing tabla heartbeat, this episode masterfully blends myth, history, and deep chef wisdom to reveal curry’s true origins and global evolution.The episode kicks off with a provocative te...
2025-11-1405 minSeason 2: Culinary Challange ShowS1 E4: Street Food Secrets – What Your Vendor Doesn’t Want You To KnowSend us a textKitchen Lab on the StreetsThe episode kicks off with a disruptive question—what if your favorite street vendor isn’t just cooking, but orchestrating a full-blown kitchen lab under open skies? Each puff of fried dough and glistening pile of chaat is more than meets the eye; there's instinct, inherited tricks, and a touch of rebellion, all swirled together in a show that stirs hunger and amazement in equal measure.Chaos with Purpose: Urban Parliament of TasteListeners dive into the "c...
2025-11-0305 minSeason 2: Culinary Challange ShowS1 E3 Bengali Fish vs Goan Prawns – The Ultimate Coastal Food BattleSend us a textCulinary Challenge | Seasoning 1, Episode 3Title: Bengali Fish vs Goan Prawns—The Ultimate Coastal Food BattleHere’s where flavors throw down and stories sizzle. I’m your host—think less dreamy sunset, more sizzling stovetop—and on this podcast, every rivalry comes with a splash of craft, heart, and spice.Today? We plunge straight into the ocean’s drama. Bengali Fish vs Goan Prawns—who wins? You get the final word.Let’s set the scene…Morning drips onto Kolkata’s New Market. You catch fishy air, voices chanting “ilish, ilish!” as silver hilsa glistens, p...
2025-10-2704 minSeason 2: Culinary Challange ShowS1 E2 South Indian Breakfast Supremacy: Idli, Dosa, Vada, Upma & PongalSend us a textSeason 1 Episode2 South Indian Breakfast Supremacy: Idli, Dosa, Vada, Upma & PongalIt’s said that a great day begins with a great breakfast—but the South perfected that art centuries ago. I’m Rahul Shrivastava, and this is Episode 2 of Season 1 under our new series, Cuisine Culture & Regional Battles—where India’s most loved culinary rivalries take center stage.Today, we’re diving into the breakfast legends that define South Indian pride: idli, dosa, vada, pongal, and upma. On this episode, we explore how centuries of tradition...
2025-10-2108 minSeason 2: Culinary Challange ShowS1 E1: Naan, Prantha and RotiSend us a textEver heard a debate this delicious? 🍞🔥In my latest podcast episode, “The Great Indian Bread War,” I dive into the sizzling stories, fun facts, and chef secrets behind India’s three legendary breads: chapati, naan, and paratha. From ancient kitchen traditions to modern street food magic, find out which one takes the crown—and discover chef-approved tips to make them at home.Click to listen, let me know your pick, and drop your own bread story below. Which side are you on in the great Indian bread debat...
2025-10-1205 min
Listen with IrfanTumhari Kshay | Rahul Sankrityayan | 31 NarratorsText Courtesy: Rahul Foundation and Janchetna, Lucknow* Curated by Irfan* Narrated by Read Aloud Collective*Sound Design, Digital Enhancement and Production: Dr Guri*Co-ordination: Aditya Agnihotri and Naresh Kaushik*Administration: Saurav Nag*Featured Voices:00:00:01 Vibha Mahajan 00:07:25 Dr Guri 00:10:30 Aditya Agnihotri 00:15:43 Ruby Snita 00:21:57 Pragya Mishra 00:32:06 Anirudh Satyarth 00:37:06 Madhu Bhandari 00:41:32 Dr Guri 00:44:45 Ati Ullah 00:49:00 Monalisa Jha 00:53:56 Sakshi Joshi 00:58:38 Chetan Kate 01:01:32 SZA Husain Shezi 01:04:46 Ambica Sharma 01:08:06 Minakshi 01:10:18 Devraj Roshan 01:11:27 Shraddha Singh 01:14:16 Huma Askary 01:17:21 Sanjay Kumar 01:20:02 Monika 01:23:15 Jyoti 01:27:03 Shalini 01:28:46 Kashan Mustafa 01:33:18 Dr Guri 01:38:03 Anurag Shrivastava 01:47:30 Nishant 01:49:28 Prerna Shukla01:53:11 Utkarsh Shukla 01:56:51 Naresh Kaushik 02:00:01 Tapik Jaipuria 02:03:06 Pragya Mishra 02:07:25 Deepti Deepu 02:11:13...
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KARNIKAZZZ BUZZZDr Rahul Rajput : General PhysicianThe Podcast deal with the updates about Covid variants. Also it includes the precaution which are needed to be taken for the Covid. It gives information regarding all the three variants of the Covid.
2022-02-1041 min
Inspiring Explorers29. Through thick and thins of Entrepreneurial journey with Founder Mud House Hostels, The Fika Homes - Rahul KumarFor you and for this episode of Inspiring Explorers, we have an inspiring explorer who’s a traveler, entrepreneur, and believes in collecting experiences. Rahul is a filmmaker by profession , and has worked with multiple brands and channels, is a Mountain Entrepreneur by passion and founder of Mud House hostels in Jibhi, founder of Karyashaala, ELiving project and has also recently opened a new home in Gadagusain in Himachal Pradesh known as The Fika Homes. Rahul was also featured on the Better India News, Travel and Leisure India etc. But none of this came easy to Rahul, from failing at multip...
2022-01-1246 min
Papa Ki Kahaniyanहल्दीघाटी का युद्ध - Episode 5 - मानसिंह का अपमान और युद्ध की तैयारीजब मानसिंह ने अकबर को बताया किनुस्का उदयपुर में कैसे महाराणा प्रताप ने अपमान किया तो अकबर ने उसे और बाकी सरदारों को महाराणा प्रताप के खिलाफ एक बड़ी सेना ले जाने का आदेश दिया।
2021-03-2909 minPapa Ki Kahaniyanहल्दीघाटी का युद्ध - Episode 4 - मानसिंह और महाराणा प्रताप की भेंटजब अकबर को लगा कि मेवाड़ अपने आप नहीं झुकेगा, तो उसने मानसिंह को महाराणा प्रताप को समझाने और अपने दरबार में लाने के लिए उदयपुर भेजा।
2021-03-2922 minPapa Ki Kahaniyanहल्दीघाटी का युद्ध - Episode 3 - Akbarहल्दीघाटी का युद्ध जितना पुराना है उतना ही नया है। महाराणा प्रताप ने ये युद्ध बहुत सीमित साधनों के साथ मुगलों के साथ किया था और हार नहीं मानी।इस युद्ध का परिणाम इतिहासकार कुछ भी बताएं असल में इस युद्ध में विजय महाराणा प्रताप की हुई थी।इस युद्ध के साथ एक युद्ध और संघर्षों की श्रंखला शुरू हुई थी जो इस बात की गवाह थी की हल्दीघाटी में एक छोटे राज्य के राजा ने मुगलों के सामने घुटने टेकने से मना कर दिया था।और एक नई शुरुआत की थी। महाराणा प्रताप के संघर्ष एक आदर्श के रूप में स्थापित हुए और अन्य कई राजा महाराजा और वीर पुरुषों ने इस आदर्श का पालन करते हुए पहले मुगलों से फिर अंग्रेजों से सामना किया और सफल भी हुए।मेरा मानना है प्रताप चरित्र आज भी लोगों को प्रेरित कर सकता है इस मुश्किल परिस्थिति में लड़ने के लिए और जीतने के लिए।जय हिंद।
2021-03-2821 minPapa Ki Kahaniyanहल्दीघाटी का युद्ध - Episod 2 - महाराणा प्रताप और शक्ति सिंह की लड़ाई।यहां से हल्दीघाटी के युद्ध की कहानी शुरू होती है।हो सकता है ये घटना सही न हो पर भाई भाई की लड़ाई हमेशा कुछ अनहोनी घटना को जन्म देती है।
2021-03-2126 min2021-03-1905 minPapa Ki Kahaniyanहल्दीघाटी का युद्ध - Episode 1 - परिचयवीर महाराणा प्रताप के जीवन का एक अभिन्न भाग हल्दीघाटी का युद्ध।इस एपिसोड में हरदीघाटी युद्ध के प्रमुख पात्रों जैसे महाराणा प्रताप, चित्तौड़, झाला मन्ना, चेतक, हल्दीघाटी, वीर सिपाही और महाराणा के भाले के बारे में बताया है।
2021-03-1927 min2021-03-0108 minPapa Ki KahaniyanMewadpati Maharana Pratap - King of Rajasthan Part 3Story of how Akbar tried to convince Maharana Pratap to accept his rule. But Maharana Pratap denied everything and said he love his independence more than anything.
2020-09-0710 minPapa Ki KahaniyanMewadpati Maharana Pratap - King of Rajasthan Part 2Story of great Fighter Kallaji, Jaymal,Fatta,Ishwardas and the fort of Chittorgarh.
2020-09-0716 minPapa Ki KahaniyanMewadpati Maharana Pratap - King of Rajasthan Part 1Story of great Kings of Mewad Maharana Pratap, Rana Kumbha etc.
2020-09-0712 minPapa Ki KahaniyanChamkaur Ka Yuddh - Guru Gobind SinghWhere 40 sikkh soldiers faught with 10 lakh Moghuls.
2020-09-0619 minPapa Ki KahaniyanGwalior King Raja Man Singh TomarGlorious days of Gwalior during Raja Man Singh Tomar
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Bird's Eye - Life Learnings In 2020Secret techniques of Guerrilla warfare to live a successful lifeSimple language used to explain secret techniques of Guerrilla warfare which can apply to live a happy and successful life
2020-09-0304 minPapa Ki KahaniyanPrathvi Raj Chauhan ki KahaniLast Hindu King of Delhi Singhasan ( saltanat). Brave worrier king , a great friend who faught till the end of his life but never surrender himself.
2020-09-0316 min2020-09-0207 min2020-09-0213 minPapa Ki KahaniyanVeer Jhalkari BaiBrave girl and leader of women force of Rani Laxmi Bai ..she is ..Jhalkari Bai.
2020-08-2905 min2020-08-2903 minPapa Ki KahaniyanChandrashekhar AzadStory of Indian freedom fighter Chandrashekhar Azad, who always faught for independence.
2020-08-1410 minPapa Ki KahaniyanBharat ki Azadi ki KahaniHow India got its Independence.Story of freedom fighters and their struggle to get this independence.
2020-08-1417 min2020-08-0819 min2020-08-0715 minPapa Ki KahaniyanVeer Maharaj ChatrasalA great Fighter King - Maharaj Chatrasal who faught against Mughals and got independence for Bundelkhand.
2020-08-0420 min2020-08-0307 minPapa Ki KahaniyanChetak ki VeertaTo know about Maharana Pratap you need to know about his hourse Chetak.Chetak was a brave companion during the great war of haldi ghati.
2020-08-0307 minPapa Ki KahaniyanMaharana Pratap Part 3What happened after Haldi Ghati war.Kids should know how a brave king lived even after he lost all his luxury and power.How this great king survived and come back to power with his firm commitment.
2020-07-3107 minPapa Ki KahaniyanMaharana Pratap Part 2- Haldi Ghati ka yuddhStory of The famous Haldi Ghati war between Maharana Pratap and Mughal Army laid by Mansingh. A simple narrative for kids to understand the value of independence.
2020-07-2710 minPapa Ki KahaniyanMaharana Pratap Part 1Life story of Maharana Pratap in simple words for kids, so that they can understand the greatest of Indian bravehearts.
2020-07-2708 min2020-07-2607 minBird's Eye - Life Learnings In 2020Actors are Dumb?My view on actors when they failed to answer on general knowledge and related questions.
2020-07-2608 minPapa Ki KahaniyanRana SangaSimple story for kids to get an idea of great Hindu King Rana Sanga ( grandfather of Maharana Pratap) along with details about Historical war of khanwa .
2020-07-2211 minPapa Ki KahaniyanThree short stories by SamraatSometimes better to listen what your kids are cooking
2020-07-2105 minPapa Ki KahaniyanVeer Yoddha Maharana Pratap IntroIntroduction of Great Maharana Pratap, King of Mewar. Kids need to know about this great Indian braveheart who respects his independence above all.
2020-07-1806 min2020-07-1705 min2020-07-1707 min2020-07-1611 min2020-07-1508 min2020-07-1418 min2020-07-1316 min2020-07-1206 min2020-07-1208 min2020-07-1202 minBird's Eye - Life Learnings In 2020Aamchi Mumbai- Apni KarmbhoomiShould we leave our workplace..and run away during this crisis?
2020-07-0807 minBird's Eye - Life Learnings In 2020Lockdown Learnings - New NormalMy learnings and realisations during lockdown.
2020-07-0410 min2020-07-0407 min2020-07-0305 min2020-07-0104 min2020-07-0111 min2020-06-3008 minBird's Eye - Life Learnings In 2020PM kaun banega?Unnecessary debates on political topics might spoil your relationship with family and friends.
2020-06-2807 minBird's Eye - Life Learnings In 2020Theory of Tea - To Live a Peaceful LifeTea and your Life has something in common.
2020-06-2706 min2020-06-2600 min2020-06-2008 min2020-06-1914 min2020-06-1903 min2020-06-1905 min2020-06-1707 min2020-06-1707 min2020-06-1710 min2020-06-1706 min2020-06-1605 minPapa Ki KahaniyanBaba Bharti aur Daaku Khadag SinghStory about simple man and his belief in humanity.
2020-06-1606 min2020-06-1109 min2020-06-1103 min2020-06-1005 min2020-06-1005 min2020-06-0907 min2020-06-0906 min2020-06-0607 min2020-06-0606 minPapa Ki KahaniyanAndher Nagari Chaupat RajaA city where everything costs same😁 Rs1 for 1 kg vegitable and Rs 1 for 1 kg Sweets.
2020-06-0508 minPapa Ki KahaniyanRajkumar aur Char Buddhi MaiAlways respect elderly people, they will give you nothing but blessings..which can change your fortune.
2020-06-0408 min2020-06-0311 min2020-06-0207 min2020-06-0112 minPapa Ki KahaniyanBagula BhagatHow people cheats other people is the morale of this story.One should not believe others blindly.
2020-06-0106 minPapa Ki KahaniyanPressure Mein BhagwanIf you are determined for something, than even God has to come and support you.
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