KTM POP CHAT

Johanna Bruckner discusses her research during her art residency in Nepal. While showing excerpts, she speaks about changing relations between society, ecology, and non-human life, metabolic hardware- posthumanism, biopolitics, feminism, and queer cultures. #posthuman #metabolism #queerculture #johannabruckner #bikalpaartcenter #visualart #artnepal #podcast #culturaldialogue

Indulge your senses in Episode 5 of KTM POP CHAT with Mr. Kedar Sharma – an engineer by education, media professional, and passionate Nepalese gastronomy expert. Take a delectable journey through Nepal's culinary evolution, from the era of the Kingdom of Nepal to the vibrant Federal Republic, post-monarchy. Join us as Mr. Sharma shares his insights, weaving a flavorful narrative of the country...

Dive into the harmonious world of art and intangible cultural heritage. Episode 4 of KTM POP CHAT with Dr. Lochan Rijal, an ethnomusicologist and educator at Kathmandu University delves into the rich tapestry of ethnomusicology as Dr. Rijal unveils its history in Nepal, exploring the profound impact of the country's multiethnic culture on this discipline. Join us as he discusses the potential...

Explore the fascinating world of perspective and architecture in episode 3 of KTM POP CHAT with Sarosh Pradhan. Join us as Sarosh shares his profound belief that eyes are the window to life, offering insights into his holistic life view. As an architect, he takes us on a journey through Kathmandu's development, exploring its past, and present, and envisioning changes crucial for future improve...

Sunil Babu Pant, a prominent figure in Nepali society, has made significant contributions to the socio-political landscape, particularly within the LGBT spectrum. Recognized as the first openly gay member of Parliament in Asia. Pant is also the visionary founder of the Blue Diamond Society, Nepal's first organization advocating for LGBT rights. In this podcast, among many of his achievements,...

Explore the world of ideas and contemporary art with the "KTM POP CHAT" podcast! Join us in meaningful conversations on cultural and creative industries, art education, urban-environmental sustainability, gender and cultural inclusion, and mental health. Manisha Shah, a 24-year-old Modern Mithila Artist and Fine Art student (MFA) at Tribhuvan University, is a passionate individual whose...

Explore the world of ideas and contemporary art with the "KTM POP CHAT" podcast! Join us in meaningful conversations on cultural and creative industries, art education, urban-environmental sustainability, gender, and cultural inclusion. The first season of this podcast is supported by the U.S. Embassy in Nepal. #manishashah #bikalpaartcenter #visualart #artnepal #ktmpopchat