States of Splendor
This podcast is exclusively devoted to the appreciation of manifestations of Splendor through objects. Often overlooked, the key to unlocking Splendor in objects enables us to discover fascinating and splendid realities. This is not a materialist appreciation of the object. It is much rather an appreciation of the aesthetic significance of an object. Splendor is…
As we enter this time of chrisis, we must be pragmatic. At the same time, the human soul thrives on Splendor. Here is another SO.S. Podcast, that took many hours to make and which aims to offer solace and comfort to the listeners. Today’s subject explores the notion of the right stuff. What makes an…
After a year, we are officially launching today the S.O.S. podcasts on a regular basis. After two introductory podcasts, the S.O.S podcast #3 is starting the ball. These podcasts will necessitate your participation as they are made to provoke conversation as well as induce “dreamtime” or what is sometimes refered to as the state of…
There exists an everyday object used by people in Kashmir. Not very well known to the outside world, it is called the kanger or kangri, which is a traditional utensil (fire pot) and also regarded as a work of art. During the severe winter months in these relatively high altitudes, these objects keep people warm when temperatures…
Ajrak: The recognition of Sindhi Culture in Pakistan Pakistan is a country with variety of cultures as this great country has four provinces and one autonomous region called Azad Jammu and Kashmir. Today’s story is about Ajrak in Sindhi culture. Ajrak is derived from an Arabic word ‘Azrak’ which means ‘blue’. It is a cloth…