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Susegad Stories From Goa
Move over, Ikigai! Goa has its own philosophy that helps people live relaxed and balanced lives: the Susegad lifestyle. Join Clyde D’Souza (creative director and author of Susegad) as he travels beyond Goa’s beaches to discover hidden gems and chat with top changemakers who are currently building the brand new Goa. How has Goa turned into a top tourist destination, creative hub, and happy place? And how can you live the Goa life outside Goa? Tune in to live the Susegad life, no matter where you are!
Episodes
35 episodes
2.11 How Sonia Shirsat Became the Ambassador of Goan Music to the World!
Goa has a rich musical culture, and it has come to carry the legacy of Fado, the Portuguese music characterised by mournful tunes and lyrics. Join Clyde in conversation with Sonia Shirsat, an eminent singer from Goa, as th...
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SUSEGAD SHOT 11: How Palacio Do Deao Became a site for History and Culinary Delight
Goa has some of the most tasteful heritage properties, and yet, most of them remain in ruins. The Palacio Do Deao in Quepem, South Goa, is one exception. Clyde spends a day at this lavish mansion, uncovering its history and speakin...
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2.10 Vivek Menezes on the diversity of the Goa Arts and Literature Festival
India has a rich and diverse literary culture. Yet, why do writings from many regions like Goa and North-East remain unknown? Join Clyde in conversation with writer Vivek Menezes, the co-curator of the Goa Arts and Literature festi...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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49:36
SUSEGAD SHOT 10: Exploring Goa Through its Ferries!
At a time when traffic is becoming intolerable, Goans have the privilege of an alternative, especially soothing mode of transport - it’s ferries that have been delivering goods, people, and breathtaking views for centuries! In this...
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4:47
2.09 How Jolynn Carneiro is promoting slow fashion through 'Nonsense Curry'
Goa is an inspiration for playful creativity, and Jolynn Carneiro channels that into her brand ‘Nonsense Curry’, a quirky mix of slow fashion, repurposed crockery, and some feel-good tunes. From wearing skirts as wigs, to starting ...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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42:10
SUSEGAD SHOT 9: 5 Ways To Enjoy A Goan Summer
Clyde D’Souza gives us excellent tips to combat the harsh Indian Summer in Goa!Find out how and where to go berry picking in Goa. What is likely the most heavenly drink to cool off after a good round of fruit picking? The d...
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9:13
2.08 Why Dr. Maryanne Lobo believes in healing with Goan superfoods!
From her childhood memories of foraging with her father and grandfather in Africa and learning about the medicinal properties of her bounty from her mother, Dr. Maryanne Lobo discovered more superfoods in Goan vegetation! As a heal...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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55:48
SUSEGAD SHOT 8: Viva Urrak!
Viva Urrak!The nectar that will make you sway! Clyde D’Souza tells us about his other favorite drink (a close second after feni), urrak! A drink which is also called Jungle Juice is famously had during these hot days with a...
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6:15
2.07 How Sanjeev Sardesai became the Hands-On-Historian!
After being flabbergasted by the tourism in UK, Sanjeev Sardesai returned to his hometown only to promote tourism and heritage for free!He worked for years and climbed the corporate ladder from being a bookshop assistant to a group Gene...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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32:19
SUSEGAD SHOT 7: Karvanda Treasure Hunt In Carmurlim
Hidden in plain sight, guarded by red ants and thorns, Clyde D’Souza tells us about the sticky-sweet treat which grows on a shrub called Christ's thorn.After the yearly church feast, Clyde D’Souza takes us on an adventure in the north G...
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2.06 How Natasha Fernandes is bringing the past back to life at MOCA!
Whisked away by the history and stories of her hometown, Natasha Fernandes is collecting the blocks of Goan, Christian history as a curator at the Museum of Christian Art. Her work has made way for some of the most sought-after and...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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36:39
SUSEGAD SHOT 6: Viva Carnival
Join the carnival, an excuse to party for 4 days in Goa! Clyde D’Souza invites us to the Viva carnival, which is celebrated worldwide, in places like Goa, Rio and Lisbon! During the 4 days of carnival samba dancers sway, c...
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6:15
SUSEGAD SHOT 5: Midnight In Fontainhas
Walk through the insta famous, colourful Latin quarter in Panjim! Adding more colour to Fontainhas, Clyde D’Souza takes us on a walk through its streets at the break of dawn, where he explores the glorious 3 story St. Sebastian Cha...
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6:11
2.05 How Clive Figueiredo documents the forgotten stories of Goan villages!
Taken aback by the vast undocumented history of Goa, Clive Figueiredo is dedicated to document hidden gems and backstory to some of the most famous places in Goa!On his instagram page Colvachronicles, he documents unhea...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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38:30
SUSEGAD SHOT 4: Floating Feni Tour
You must have heard of wine tasting but have you ever heard of FENI TASTING?! Clyde D’Souza takes us through his experience of losing his way in Cansaulim and finding his way back to feni plantation, where the Cashews are ...
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Season 2
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7:48
2.04 How Emma Ryan introduced Goan cuisine to the UK in a compact tin!
Hooked by grandmother's secret spice blends, part Goan, London resident, Emma Ryan is keen on bringing Goan cuisine to homes across the globe. Her brand Yesterday's Curry, serves the spice blend of warm, Goan, comfort food...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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29:48
SUSEGAD SHOT 3: Ghost Stories of Goa with Chandrima Das
What's more 'Goa' than its ghost stories?Clyde chats with Chandrima Das, bestselling horror author and creator of another one of Bound's podcasts, Rumors: Dark Lore From India. They swap versions of Goan lore set in Portuguese ...
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18:05
2.03 How Tamsin Noronha is creating waves in the artworld with trash!
While walking on the beach, trying to get over a creative block, Tamsin Noronha stumbled upon an “art supply'' which was abundant and available at her fingertips, TRASH, and started to create installations right at the beach!He...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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33:13
SUSEGAD SHOT 2: My Susegad Christmas
Susegad Santa Giveaway!!!As Christmas is right around the corner, @bound and @clyde have come together to spread the christmas cheer with another giveaway! We are giving away signed copies of Clyde D’Souza’s book Susegad: The G...
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Episode 2
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8:07
2.02 How Snigdha Manchanda brought us her trunk full of tea from Goa!
Susegad Santa is here with another GIVEAWAY!!!We are collaborating with Tea Trunk and giving 2 lucky winners a Winter Bounty gift box containing Apple Spice Black Tea, Chamomile vanilla Candle and much more! Follow @bound and @clyde ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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35:50
SUSEGAD SHOT 1: Surfs Up In Arambol
Goa is big on water sports and what’s a better sport than SURFING! Clyde D’Souza takes us through his first surfing experience at Goa Surf School which runs surfing classes in Arambhol. Listen to Clyde’s journey from body boarding ...
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Season 2
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Episode 0
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8:10
2.01 How a Michelin trained chef creates magic with local Goan ingredients With Avinash Martins
Yuvraj Singh had a foodgasm at his restaurant, renowned author Damodar Mauzo hugged him after a meal. For Michelin trained chef Avinash Martins, Goan food is all about making elevated versions of it using fresh, local ingredients and pouring hi...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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39:48
1.12 Hansel Vaz describes Feni's journey from a local Goan drink to a global spirit!
If you had to describe Goa, not in words but in taste, we bet you wouldn’t be able to look past the traditional Goan drink - Feni! Hansel Vaz tells us how a life-altering accident motivated him to turn Feni into a unique, internatio...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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38:01
1.11 What makes Goan music so unique and enjoyable? with Agnelo Mendonca
All of us have grooved to the evergreen Goan song “Maria Pitache”, haven’t we? From the slow and sad Mandos to the naughty and funny Dulpods, Goan music has a variety like no other!Agnelo Mendonca talks about the journey of starting his ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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34:48
1.10 What it takes to become Goa’s No.1 Digital Creator! with Moses Saldanha
If you are looking for recommendations on Goa’s offbeat beaches, wine shops and food joints, you just can't look past the plethora of content that our guest for this week has put out!Moses Saldanha talks about his journey of becoming the...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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35:01