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Aayanisms
by Aayan
If you feel like a mushroom, kept in the dark and fed with BS, this is your sunlight. If you think your life is stuck in traffic, this is your way out of the logjam. A simple, slow-burn straight talk. Be it the magic of the movies, the craziness of Cricket, the subtlety of art, or the complexity of the world around us - no topic is taboo, no question out-of-syllabus. So please tune in to the aayanisms of the Aayaman Experience!If you like what you hear, don't share it with those, who don't care! #aayanisms: Twitter, [email protected]: #podpage.com/aayanisms
Episodes
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Gosht Protocol: The Fusion Mutton Story.
🎙️🔥 Aayanisms Presents : AB’s Kitchen — Karahi, Chaos & Carnivorous Fusion Mutton 🍖🥘 Welcome back to Aayanisms… but today, we’re temporarily suspending geopolitics 🌍, cricket debates 🏏, and existential overthinking 🤯… because the only conflict that matters right now is: How much naan is…
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Mission Impossible – The Sales Quarterly Reckoning
You know that moment in Mission Impossible when everything is going according to plan… and then immediately, spectacularly, everything falls apart? Yeah—welcome to your sales quarter. This is BasTalk, and today’s episode feels less like a business podcast and more like the middle act of Mad Max:...
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Dhurandhar 2 vs Dhurandhar 1 : A scorecard review
Dhurandhar 2 vs Dhurandhar 1: The Ultimate Scorecard Breakdown! Who Wins? ---🎙️ Welcome back to Aayanisms —where movies aren’t just watched… they’re examined, scored and discussed in detail. Today’s episode is not your typical review. No vague opinions. No fanboy bias. I’m putting Dhurandhar 1…
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Why should India feel anxious in 2026?
As India enters into 2026, the conversation around growth, progress, and identity has never been louder—or more complicated. In this episode of Aayanisms, we take a step back from headlines and hashtags to reflect on the deeper questions shaping Indian society today. From climate anxiety and job...
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Cricket 🏏 Champions Trophy : the common sense behind the madness 🤷🏽♂️
A simple slow burn , non-rhetorical take on the drama behind the upcoming Champions Trophy from a slightly geo-political lens.
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Reaction Video - The Pakistan Experience
In this episode- I share my thoughts on the assumptions made in The Pakistan Experience Podcast from a layman's point of view. It's a simple common sense point of the content presented in the podcast. The comments are based on my personal experiences and do not represent those of any political...
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India vs England Test Cricket - Lost cause to bazball.
The 1st Test between India and England was a case of lost and found. One team lost the way and the other found a way to win from nowhere. In this episode, we focus on this red-letter day of Test Cricket and dive deep into the "why" behind the "what" of Team India's loss against England in the…
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🎭 Villains : is Pakistan the only option left for Bollywood?🌟
S5E5 In today's episode, we're turning the spotlight onto a recurring theme in Indian cinema – the portrayal of Pakistani characters as villains. From the high-octane action movies to the dramatic thrillers, Bollywood has often found its antagonist across the border. But why? What does this say...
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Fighter Movie: Why copy when you can be original?
The trailer gives away the movie! And it seems like a poor copy of Top Gun Maverick. Why does a blockbuster with so many talented technicians and artists need to churn out a trope filled stereotype laden tacky VFX copy of a Hollywood blockbuster? Does originality not pay ?
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Cricket : Caught BCCI bowled Money? 🏏
We're going to unravel the top 10 problems plaguing global cricket and specifically cricket in India. From the dominance of the 'Big Three' to the struggles at the grassroots, we're dissecting it all.🌏 And let's not forget about the players themselves – the pressures, the mental health issues…
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Complex Pets: Pets in Apartments ,good or bad?
Should we have pets in clustered apartment complexes? does it make us less sensitive or compassionate? Who takes ownership of the stray dogs? Dog-sense : what common sense measures you may need. All and more in this continuing episode on Aayanisms.
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2023 : Indian Geopolitics & Bollywood
In this epsiode I revisit some of the big moments in India. Geopolitics : major events and inter-related observations Space program: Why no UFOs in India? Movies : Animal Reaction and other reactions.
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Why Listen to Aayanisms Season 5?
Happy new year! Kick start the new year with a recap of the reason you tune into this podcast ,what to keep in mind and some disclaimers.
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Cheers to Tears : Emotional Journey of A Cricket Fan 🏏
In the high-stakes world of cricket, every match, every ball, and every run carries the weight of dreams and expectations. The Cricket World Cup is the grandest stage of them all, where nations unite in celebration, hope, and sometimes, heartbreak. 🥺 In this episode of Aayanisms, we dissect the...
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Un-wrong the World.
In this episode of Aayanisms, we take a moment to reflect on realities, where war and conflicts have left deep scars on our collective humanity. Our thoughts and prayers extend to those who have departed and to those who, in the midst of turmoil, have lost their loved ones. In a world marked by...
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Janejaan Movie Review
A slow burn no frill post movie type of content. The content covers critique on Plot/Storyline ,Acting/ Technical aspects and overall cinematic experiences. Reference to context for most observations will give away some spoliers. Yet I don't detail the story literally. I talk about the story as a...
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Khufiya Movie Review
If you like a slow burn 🔥 after movie type discussion, this episode is for you. It cover the following aspects : Runtime Storyline/Plot ( without giving away) Acting Technical aspects Overall cinematic experience #aayanisms #moviereview
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Cricket : IPL ,World Test Test Championship, Asia Cup
Welcome, cricket enthusiasts, to another simple episode of Aayanisms! Today, we delve into the heart and soul of the gentleman's game, focusing our gaze on the battleground of Test Cricket. As the anticipation builds for the thrilling World Test Championship Finals and the legendary Ashes series,...
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Shubhman Gill : Has the baton passed to the Crown Prince?
Sublime Gill or Succession Gill - internet is rife with news about the new kid on the block. Picture this: a cricket field where the wickets of retirement are gently nudged by the incoming generation of power hitters, like a perfectly executed cover drive. As the great batters of the past...
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The GeoPolitics of Cricket
Get ready for a match like no other on the next episode of Aayanisms! We're diving into the captivating clash between sports and politics, focusing on the fiery showdown of Asia Cup Cricket and the complex relationship between India and Pakistan. Buckle up for a rollercoaster ride of…
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Go Goa gone : Pakistan at SCO
Get ready folks, because this episode of Aayanisms is hotter than the spiciest biryani! We're talking India versus Pakistan's war of words, the Goa SCO summit, Cricket Asia Cup, and how politics can turn even the gentlest of cricketers into raging bulls! Hello, and welcome back to Aayanisms, the...
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India’s Oscar Nominations
3 Oscar nominations for India. Diving deep into the hos and whys and what else of the nominations.
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T20 World Cup EP 5: The Pakistan Rhetorical
Pakistan's reaction to Team India's loss against South Africa. After listening to the public reaction from Pakistan, it was abundantly clear Pakistan played the victim card. A country wronged by its neighbors. The reality, however, couldn't be further off. Tune in to this fascinating topic to...
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T20 World Cup EP 4:Lessons Learned
Now that the Ino-Pak match adrenalin is done and dusted, the hangover behind us, it is crucial to focus on the more significant cause, ie winning the world cup. So what are the lessons learned? Batting Top order collapse Misfielding Playing spin Mindset mind space So tune in to this slow-burn...
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T20 World Cup EP 3: Heartbeats,Tears & Single Malt
Heartbeats, Some Tears & Single Malt - that my summary of the epic clash between Team India and Pakistan in the T20 World Cup at the MCG! We discuss the following: Indian bowling Pakistan Batting Pakistan Bowling Indian Batting Arshdeep - what matters is the size of fight in the dog. Virat Kohli…
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T20 World Cup :EP2 - Future of Indo-Pak Cricket
What is the future of India v Pakistan Cricket? Deadlock would be the most common answer. Could there be a way forward? When do we break out from this infinite loop of accusations and counter accusations? Who does it first? How does it happen? To understand it, let us explore the problem…
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T20 World Cup :EP1 -Overview
Now that the learning is done let's keep aside the English and talk about some Math. We learned from the 2019 ODI WC loss, T20WC loss, and Asia Cup loss - its time to ask tough questions. Tune in to this pre-tournament overview, where we ask tough questions about Team India's chances in the...
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Asia Cup : Choke, woke and a Century.
Finally, it's here, century number 71. Well done, and congratulations to Mr.Virat Kohli, his family, fans, and admirers. But this comes at the back of a bitter exit for Team India from the Asia Cup 2022 edition. Such is a bitter-sweet experience, isn't it? On the one hand, you can't help but…
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India vs Pakistan Match 2 - Pre Match Analysis
You've probably heard, seen, and read all the matches' statistics. However, in GBX, we always try and share insights that you may not have heard easily or most likely missed out on. In this episode, we talk about : Lessons from the last match Watchouts Surprises Tune into this pre-match talk and...
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India v Pakistan : Post Match Analysis
You've probably heard, seen, and read all the matches' statistics. However, in GBX, we always try and share insights that you may not have heard easily or most likely missed out on. In this episode, we talk about : Players and mindsets Broadcast gaffes Overall match analysis Tune into this...
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India v Pakistan - Pre Match Analysis Asia Cup
It's Super Sunday: India versus Pakistan T20 pre-match analysis: Mindset before the match: switched on from ball one. Batting watch out: natural instinct vs match awareness Bowling watch out: short ball syndrome Team Balance discussion. Need I say more? Tune in to this episode of the Gyanban...
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Justice for Bilkis
In a recent development, the prime accused and convicted for the brutal gang-rape, murder and violence against Bilkis Bano and her family following the 2002 riots ,were acquitted and readmitted into society. While it is hard to remain emotionally neutral, this remission, poses several questions…
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5 Pledges India at 75
Happy Independence Day. 75 years is a long time and we've covered a lot of lost ground. However the next 25 years will be the catapult phase. If we aim well, we may hit the target well before time. In this episode I dive into the 5 pledges made by our honorable Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi…
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Laal Singh Chaddha - Neutral ,Unbiased, Point of view.
I will keep this view spoiler-free and neutral, discussing only cinematic merits. Remaking classics is a high-risk, high-return game. It's either a hit or a miss, rarely do we get an in-between experience. Laal Singh Chaddha will be viewed by multiple audience segments, so I will share views…
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Why boycott Laal Singh Chaddha? Part 2
If you'd like to listen to a non-rhetorical objective take on the LSC controversy, give these episodes a listen. In part 2 I discuss the origins of the anti Aamir Khan sentiment prevalent in the country. I share some balanced views for you to think about. If all the unnecessary trolling and…
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Why boycott Laal Singh Chaddha? Part 1
Adapting / remaking a cult classic is fraught with danger, yet it needed to be remade to introduce Indian audiences to Forrest Gump , thought the makers of Lal singh Chaddha! However, the troll army dug out an old tweet, taken out of context mostly, and now have launched a bonafide campaign…
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T20 world cup : schedule an excuse now!
Question: Who is Team India's toughest rival? Answer: Fatigue. Here's why: Playing 5 T20Is with WI Playing 3 ODIs with ZIM Playing 2 T20Is in Asia Cup( potentially & hopefully 4) Playing 3 T20Is with Australia Playing the T20I World Cup in October! If this is not fatigue, what is? If you maintain...
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Indian Cinema : the world is watching.
Given the success of #RRR the global audiences are ready to watch more Indian content. They are ready to consume more content. They are hungry for something different from the regular Hollywood affair. The question is, are we ready? Are we ready, as an Indian entertainment industry, to face the...
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Stop racial discrimination.
In a recent development, the Cricket board of Scotland resigned over allegations of institutional racism. While it is easy to point the finger at someone, it is cathartic to introspect first. Have you not witnessed an irate customer giving a mouthful to the server at a restaurant as he owned not...
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Indian Cinema : A simple introduction for global audiences
Thanks to the blockbuster movie #RRR and a new set of people globally are getting introduced to Indian Cinema. However, this introduction could be a bit over or underwhelming for those with limited exposure to this content. As a result might nd of either misunderstanding or not liking the…
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Are Tuition classes making money from your anxiety?
Do you have a school going child? Chances are you have enrolled them for tuition classes. Why? Because your anxiety says, what they teach at shcool is not enough, your child needs more support. Your anxiety says, that as a parent, it is your supreme duty to support your child in any which way, so...
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What if Virat Kohli was an office colleague?
Now before you think,this too shall pass, imagine working with the iconic player sitting right beside you. What if the mercurial Indian Cricketer Virat Kohli was your colleague at work? What if Virat Kohli was a regular employee at a ccompany going through similar expereinces millions of us do…
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Have you met God in Traffic?
There is a high likelyhood you may meet God in unconventional places. Traditionally, it was the mountains, now its in traffic. I met God in traffic. It made me think. It made me ask a few questions. And I got some answers. Tune in to this quirky episode,part satrire ,part philosophical and…
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Bazball The Day After
Morning never shows the day, how you begin is not how you end isn't it? Team India will identify with this philosophy. Given that 24 hours have passed Bazball blitzkerieg, its time to cool the jets and have a slow-burn objective non-emotional discussion about what really happened, and where to go...
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Bazball Rant
With all the Bazball hoopla, here is an honest incisive no-nonsense analysis of the 5th Test Match between India and England. If Team India ever needs to see a mirror without the cushion of being politically correct - this is the episode to tune into. Time to address the elephant in the room....
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IPL big money:: What is in it for you?
Unless you were under some other rock on some other planet, you'd know everything about the mega IPL deal worth almost $6B! Great you think, and then it dawns on you. What's really in it for you ? As an end consumer, viewer, how does the big media rights money impact you? And then you realize you...
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The Real IPL
#IPL #Cricket IPL Media rights Impact on viewing Viewership vs adverts Franchise Allegiance Future of IPL Pakistan in IPL IPL just got bigger. But will it be better? Will there be more compelling content? How will networks ensure an increase in viewership? Will the viewing experience up the ante?...
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Freedom of Speech
Lets address the elephant in the room, wait, what? You're upset already? But it's just an expression, no? Freedom of speech is in question, quite literally. What you say ,how you say and where you say has an impact on not just the intended recipients but those who are connected with them as well....
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Bad Words
What's wrong in calling a Spade, a Spade? It is , what it is, is it not? Well, as it turns out, maybe not. Somebody's spade is someone's spear! Being politically correct in modern times is not an option, its mandatory. Yet we continue using offensive and inappropriate phrases and words without...
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Petrichor
These few lines are attempting to capture the mood of the times we live in, or the chaos which surrounds us. How the pain around us is draining our minds and the will to keep moving. It ends hoping to smell the distant petrichor of hope and neutrality(heathen) of beliefs below. #poem #peace #rain...
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If you feel like a mushroom, kept in the dark and fed with BS, this is your sunlight. If you think your life is stuck in traffic, this is your way out of the logjam. A simple, slow-burn straight talk. Be it the magic of the movies, the craziness of Cricket, the subtlety of art, or the complexity of the world around us - no topic is taboo, no question out-of-syllabus. So please tune in to the aayanisms of the Aayaman Experience!If you like what you hear, don't share it with those, who don't care! #aayanisms: Twitter, [email protected]: #podpage.com/aayanisms
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