Akshaya

The Untold Stories

In a world of specialists, "The Untold Stories" takes a generalist view of the human experience. Join me for explorations that connect the dots between seemingly unrelated fields, from science and art to business and philosophy on every alternate days. Follow to discover the perspectives you didn’t know you were missing.

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Akshaya

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21 aug. 2026

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A janitor who built a Fortune 500 company. 21.04.2026

A janitor. A mop. A marble lobby at 2 AM. And thirty years later — a Fortune 500 company. This is the story of a man the history books forgot. A man who wasn’t supposed to make it — and built an empire anyway.

The Unclaimed Baggage Center: Where all lost airline luggage goes to be sold. 19.04.2026

This podcast explores the Unclaimed Baggage Center in Scottsboro, Alabama—the only retailer in the United States that sells the contents of lost airline luggage. #storytellling #human_connection #humanity #lifestories #science #art #business #interviews #documentary

Flying Electric Ferries: Stockholm's "flying" electric ferries have been declared a resounding success by Swedish transport authorities for reducing emissions on city waterways. 17.04.2026

This podcast covers the official success of the Candela P-12 Shuttle, nicknamed "Nova," which recently completed a successful pilot program in Stockholm. #storytellling #human_connection #humanity #lifestories #science #art #business #interviews #documentary

The Rentable Brain: A startup has begun renting access to living human brain cells grown on silicon chips for $300 a week. 15.04.2026

This week we’re plugging directly into the future. A new startup is renting out living human brain cells grown on silicon chips for $300 a week. Yes, you heard that right — actual neurons, wired to a computer, running real code.

The Mona Lisa's Mailbox: The painting has its own mailbox at the Louvre to handle the thousands of love letters it receives. 13.04.2026

The Mona Lisa's personal mailbox, located in a room adjacent to her display at the Louvre Museum, is a real tradition dating back to the 19th century. Every year, thousands of admirers send love letters, poems, flowers, and even marriage proposals to the portrait. #storytellling #human_connection #humanity #lifestories #science #art #business #interviews #documentary

Hyperloop Trials: China is moving forward with a Hyperloop train designed to exceed 1,000 km/h in 2026. 11.04.2026

This podcast covers the latest on China's T-Flight hyperloop, designed to reach speeds of 1,000 km/h.

Kodak – The company that invented digital cameras… but ignored its own future. 09.04.2026

This podcast explores the rise and fall of Kodak, a company that pioneered the digital age only to be consumed by its own legacy.

The Stanford Marshmallow Experiment – Delayed gratification and success 06.04.2026

This script explores the legendary Stanford Marshmallow Experiment, delving into the science of willpower, the surprising long-term results, and the modern criticisms that changed how we view "success."

China’s Ghost City Experiment, ‘Ordos’ - The City That Waited 03.04.2026

In this episode, we dive into the rise of Ordos—how a booming coal economy fueled an ambitious dream of luxury skyscrapers, grand museums, and wide, empty streets. But what went wrong? Why did a city built for millions struggle to attract even a fraction of its population?

Life In The Metaverse – The Future Of Digital Worlds 31.03.2026

Step into a world where reality is no longer limited by physics, distance, or even identity. This podcast explores the Metaverse—the next evolution of the internet—where virtual worlds, augmented experiences, and digital economies collide. From immersive gaming and virtual real estate to NFTs, AI avatars, and the rise of decentralized communities, we break down how this new digital frontier is res...

The Billion Dollar Fraud ; Rise And Fall Of Theranos. 27.03.2026

Step into one of Silicon Valley’s most shocking downfalls—Theranos, the billion-dollar startup that promised to revolutionize healthcare, but instead became a symbol of deception. Led by the enigmatic Elizabeth Holmes, this story unravels how ambition, secrecy, and unchecked power blurred the line between innovation and fraud. From groundbreaking claims of instant blood tests to whistleblowers ris...

Varosha - The Luxury City Abandoned Overnight. 26.03.2026

Varosha dives into the eerie story of a luxury city abandoned overnight in 1974—left frozen behind barbed wire. From glamorous past to ghost town, this podcast uncovers the secrets, stories, and silence of a place time forgot.

Auroville - The City Without Money | India’s Real-Life Utopia Experiment 20.03.2026

Welcome to a place where money doesn’t define value, ownership is reimagined, and humanity experiments with a new way of living. This is “Auroville – The City Without Money.” Set in the heart of Auroville, this podcast dives deep into one of the world’s most fascinating social experiments—a universal township founded on the idea of human unity. Here, traditional systems like currency, borders, and...

MKDecoded - Breaking Down The Most Secret Experiment In History. 17.03.2026

Behind closed doors, a covert operation reshaped lives in the name of science and national security. The MK Files explores the hidden history of MKUltra—examining real cases, controversial experiments, and the long-lasting impact on its subjects. Breaks down evidence, separates fact from myth, and reveals how far institutions were willing to go in the pursuit of control.

Claudette Colvin - The Teenager Who Refused Before Rosa Parks. 15.03.2026

Most people know the name Rosa Parks, but few know the name Claudette Colvin. Nine months before the famous Montgomery Bus Boycott, a 15-year-old girl refused to give up her seat on the very same bus system. In this podcast, we explore why history chose to center one woman while pushing a "complicated" teenager to the margins. Join us as we uncover the true start of the revolution and th...

The Town Inside One Building - Whittier Alaska. 13.03.2026

What would it be like to live in a town where the post office, grocery store, and your neighbor's house are all in the same building? Welcome to Whittier Alaska, the podcast exploring life in North America's most isolated community. Accessible only by a one-lane tunnel that closes at night, Whittier is a place of brutal winters, breathtaking glaciers, and a community like no other. Join us...

Mansa Musa - The Richest Person Ever 11.03.2026

They say gold grows like a plant in Mali. Welcome to Mansa Musa, the podcast dedicated to the 'King of Kings.' We explore the life, legends, and legacy of the 14th-century ruler who controlled half the world's gold supply and turned the desert into a sanctuary for scholars and architects. History for those who want to know who was really the first to hold the crown.

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