ZTalks

Tune in for this week’s episode, where I dive into John Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath . In this discussion, I explore the historical and political context surrounding the novel, examine its reception when it was first published, and analyze its major themes and look at what Steinbeck hoped readers would take away from this classic book. If you love great literature and thoughtful discussion, you...

Tune in for this week’s episode, where I discuss ‘ Remembrance of Earth’s Past’ , the sci-fi series that features the famous novel ‘ Three-Body Problem’ . I’ll be talking about the plot, sharing my thoughts, and exploring the different lenses through which we can interpret the series. I will also look at how it reflects the world around us and the questions the author poses about humanity and soci...

Tune in for this week’s episode where I talk about all the history, culture, and fun facts in my recent trip to Glasgow. This episode will leave you convinced that this is the best city that Scotland has to offer!

This week’s episode takes you into the fascinating world of the samurai—exploring their rise, fall and how they lived during the long era of peace of the Edo period. I also dive into the Samurai Detective book series, which gives a realistic lens into the life of a samurai whilst also delving into crime and thrill. This is an episode you won’t want to miss! Tune in now and learn all about it!

Tune in for this week’s episode to hear about my birthday trip to Iceland! I talk about the amazing natural scenery and history I learnt about through an unusual food experience. Tune in to hear more !

Tune in for this week’s episode, where I discuss Lucy by Jamaica Kincaid. I delve into Lucy’s migration from Antigua to New York to work as an au pair. I explore the book’s major themes—migration, colonialism, racism, and gender—and consider how history has influenced them and how they reflect the author’s own experiences. Tune in to learn more!

Tune in to this week’s episode, where I discuss the book ‘Small Things Like These’ by Claire Keegan. This book offers a window into the 1980s Irish Free State and the culture of the towns surrounding the Magdalene laundries. You do not want to miss this episode!

Tune in for this week’s episode, where I talk with Drexwell Seymour about all things South Caicos! From its cultural history to its recent developments, this is an episode that will give you a great introduction to an island that is close to the heart of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

This week I talk about Firestone- the corporation with the world's largest rubber plantation set in Liberia. I discuss the article by Professor Robtel Pailey on the conditions under which the plantation was established and the lasting effects of it. Tune in to learn more!

Tune in for this episode where I talk about a recent article I read and how it has inspired me to read a book that I had given up on before-The Black Jacobins! I also share a tidbit that I learned from a recent class I took at LSE. Tune in to hear all about it!

Tune in for this week's episode, where I talk about Oxford University! I discuss the university's history and share some cute pics I took while visiting! This is a fun episode you won't want to miss!

Tune in for this week's episode on ZTalks, where I discuss the exciting history behind Leo Tolstoy's book, The Cossacks. I delve into the Caucasian war and who the Cossacks were in relation to the Russian Empire. While, highlighting how Tolstoy portrayed this history through a peculiar love triangle. You do not want to miss this!

The podcast has expanded to places and things! So tune in to hear the first place I talk about on the podcast: Cambridge! I discuss the unusual history of the university and an interesting place I visited while in town.

Tune in for this episode where I talk about something a little different- Manga! I’m taking you on a journey through my mini manga collection on my bookshelf, as well as the rich and fascinating history behind this cool art form. This is a fun episode that you won't want to miss!

Tune in for this week's episode where I talk about the Awesome Egyptians with my brother: KYRIE! We discuss all the unusual facts about the Egyptians and mummies. Facts like-mummies were unwrapped in front of audiences!? If you want to learn more, make sure to tune into the episode!

Tune in for this week's episode, where I talk about the action-packed movie: William Tell. I delve into the facts behind this folklore and some historical tidbits about the formation of Switzerland through the lens of the film. This is not an episode you want to miss!

This week we dive into the time period of The Vietnam War and learn about combat nurses and their time of the front lines. We do this by looking at the book 'The Women' by Kristin Hannah. Hear about the major plotlines in this book and why I ultimately had to rate this book 3/5 stars but why it still allowed me to do some interesting research! Tune in now to hear all my thoughts around thi...

Tune in for this episode of the ZTalks podcast, where I talk about Catalonia, which is home to one of the most famous cities in the world (Barcelona). I discuss Catalonia's efforts to secede from Spain in 2017. I delve into the politics surrounding this event, the reasons why it happened, as well as the elections that took place in the same year as the referendum. This event is a recent part of hi...

Tune in for this episode, where I unpack all of the layers and hidden metaphors in the book: Animal Farm by George Orwell. In this episode, I unpack this timeless classic, explain how it served as an allegory for the Bolshevik Revolution, and explore how these historical metaphors relate to the world around us today. You do not want to miss all the lessons this book has to offer, so make sure to t...

This week on the podcast, I dive into 'The Last Colony' by Philippe Sands, exploring the powerful story of Liseby Elysé and her forced deportation from the Chagos Islands. Join me as I unpack her decades-long struggle to return home, the reasons behind her deportation, and the larger legal battle for justice that brought her case before the International Court of Justice.

Tune in for this episode, where I discuss one of the most controversial moments of Margaret Thatcher's premiership: her war with the miners! In this episode, I talk about all the gritty details of the battles between Thatcher and the miners, and ultimately- who won!

Tune in for this episode where I explore how Jones unpacks the complex web of rivalries, betrayals, and shifting power during one of England’s most turbulent eras- The Wars of the Roses! This is not an episode that you want to miss!

Get ready to dive into the thrilling tale of Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War set in the wild wild west. Find out all the thrilling details of the beef between the lawman Wyatt Earp and the menacing cowboy Ike Clanton. This episode is full of drama, action and tension that you don't want to miss!

In this episode of the podcast, I review one of the most polarising books on the literary landscape: The Catcher in the Rye by JD Salinger. I dive deep into the plot and context of this novel to see why this book is called a classic and if it should even be labelled as such.

Tune in for this special episode where I talk about the assassination of Malcolm X. I dive into the deep conspiracy surrounding who carried out the killing as well as who might have been behind it. This is one you don't want to miss, so make sure to press play and hear all about who done it- today!