Dostcast Understanding India Through Maps, Languages, and Cultures | Dostcast 86 w/ @India in Pixels
Mar 22, 2022
Ashris Choudhury, the creative mind behind the India in Pixels YouTube channel, joins to discuss the colorful intricacies of Indian culture. He delves into how languages shape identity, raising concerns about the future of Hindi amidst English's rise. The conversation takes a turn towards the power of data visualization, emphasizing emotional connections with maps. Ashris also shares insights on navigating authenticity in creativity while exploring the rich tapestry of Indian music and storytelling in modern contexts.
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Unaware Neighbors at MIT-BU
- Ashris and Vinamre unknowingly lived close together near MIT and BU from 2017-18 but met years later online.
- Ashris lived in an MIT house near Boston University, crossing the Charles River daily.
Zurich Emotional Mapping Experience
- Ashris participated in an emotional landscape mapping project in Zurich using wearables to track physiological responses.
- This data helped identify city areas causing anxiety, showing trees reduce stress and red-light districts increase fear.
Use Relatable Analogies in Data
- Use relatable, vivid comparisons like Olympic pools or everyday objects to make data visualization accessible.
- Engaging visuals and humor attract attention and make abstract data memorable.
