Tag: culture
All the articles with the tag "culture".
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(DAY 1104) When Holika Dahan and Holi Pause for a Day
A reflection on how this year Holika Dahan and color Holi are separated by a day, showing the beauty of the Hindu calendar and how it differs from the English calendar.
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(DAY 1103) Holika Dahan and the Meaning of Tradition
A short reflection on Holika Dahan as an important Indian tradition, and how after a long time Holika Dahan and color Holi are a day apart.
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(DAY 1079) Josh Johnson: The Rising Voice in Modern Standup Comedy
Exploring Josh Johnson's sharp wit and comedic style that echoes the boldness of Dave Chappelle in contemporary standup.
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(DAY 1077) Five Interviewers, One Candidate: The Panel That Probes
Thoughts on panel interviewing—why it's intimidating, how it probes a candidate, and how our dev team uses it to align everyone.
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(DAY 1076) The 68th Grammys: Trevor Noah's Warm Stage and Music That Stayed
Reflections on Trevor Noah’s hosting and the performances that reminded us why music matters.
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(DAY 1056) Makar Sankranti - Kites and Missing Traditions
Makar Sankranti brings vivid memories of Jaipur's skies filled with colorful kites, a stark contrast to the muted corporate reality of Gurgaon where the festival passes as just another working day.
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(DAY 954) Mont Blanc and the value of quality
Mont Blanc as a brand often reminds me of how quality becomes more than just a measure of durability or performance. It turns into a cultural marker, something ...
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(DAY 905) Happy Independence Day 2025
Independence Day celebrations provide annual reminders that freedom represents more than just patriotic rhetoric and fireworks displays, serving as tangible e...
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(DAY 770) The Unexpected Popularity of Bollywood Music in Kazakhstan
During my recent trip to Kazakhstan, I encountered something entirely unexpected – the widespread popularity of Bollywood music. This cultural connection became...
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(DAY 762) Outrage Over Kunal Kamra’s Naya Bharat Comedy Special
Kunal Kamra’s latest comedy special, Naya Bharat, has once again sparked outrage among certain groups. The r...