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 India has a rich and diverse tapestry of textile traditions that tell captivating tales of culture, history, and craftsmanship. Each thread, each motif, and each color in Indian textiles unravels a story of tradition, skill, and the enduring spirit of creativity. These textile tales not only adorn the people but also connect them to a rich cultural heritage that spans centuries. The host of this podcast, Pritha is an Instagram content creator focusing on the history and heritage of Indian textiles. She studies the subject from resources at the Victoria and Albert Museum Academy, National Art Library, and the British Library in London. She has been on several handloom and handicrafts trails across India, meeting artisans and documenting their crafts. Pritha grew up in Kolkata and now works as a gynecologist in London.Copyright 2023 Podone Ciencias Sociales
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  • Ep13: Crafts that care - how this social enterprise supports local community and their environment

    Ep13: Crafts that care - how this social enterprise supports local community and their environment
    Jul 10 2025
    Consumers are now increasingly aware of the environmental impact of fashion, and brands are focusing on ways the minimise carbon footprint. But, with concerns around greenwashing, trust and accountability have become real concerns. In this episode, Ms Rashmi Bharti, co-founder of Avani, discusses how they built a craft-based, women-led, social enterprise in remote mountains of Kumaon, uplifting the community while respecting the fragile local ecology.
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    38 m
  • Ep12: The art of handloom revival - saving India's lost weaves

    Ep12: The art of handloom revival - saving India's lost weaves
    May 24 2025
    Interview with Dr Hemlatha Jain, founder of Punarjeevana, who has successfully revived more than 50 lost weaves of India. Her stellar work with handloom of north Karnataka like Patteda Anchu and Gomi Teni, has earned her several leadership awards.
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    29 m
  • Ep11: Making Indian crafts sustainable - journey of a non-profit organisation

    Ep11: Making Indian crafts sustainable - journey of a non-profit organisation
    May 16 2025
    All India Artisans and Craftworkers Welfare Association (AIACA), established in 2004, is a membership based non-profit organization for the handloom and handicrafts sector in India. In this episode, Ms Meenu Chopra, Executive Director of AIACA, talks about their programmes aimed at sustainability, promotion, and advocacy of Indian handloom and handicrafts.
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    26 m
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