

Ep 371: Ram Guha Writes a Letter to a Friend
Mar 4, 2024
Ram Guha reminisces about past friendships and a world gone by, discussing personal writing, historical narratives, and the art of letter writing. The podcast also explores the impact of influential figures on shaping lives, challenges to intellectual work, and the importance of mentorship in writing and intellectual development.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Personal and Historical Narratives Through Friendship and Writing
02:05 • 3min
Crafting a Memoir: Balancing Self-Indulgence and Reader Connection
05:34 • 7min
The Art of Letter Writing and Friendship Reflections
12:39 • 22min
Encounter with Rookan: A Brilliant Enigma
34:15 • 7min
Legacy of Intellectual Influence
41:44 • 28min
Challenges to Intellectual Work & Institution Influence
01:09:46 • 2min
The Impact of Mentorship on Writing and Intellectual Development
01:11:50 • 29min
Exploring the Hunger for Deep Knowledge
01:41:01 • 9min
Editor's Impact on Book Shaping
01:49:44 • 7min
Exploring Writing Limitations and Future Memoir Aspirations
01:57:07 • 3min