The Sandip Roy Show 2: Anusha Yadav on the Indian Memory Project
Jul 8, 2018
Anusha Yadav reveals the powerful storytelling behind the Indian Memory Project, showcasing personal histories that resonate with love, loss, and secrets. She discusses how family photographs serve as bridges to cultural narratives, igniting conversations about heritage. The podcast also explores the evolution of photography in the digital age and how social media reshapes our understanding of memories. Yadav highlights the shift from physical albums to digital archives, emphasizing the project's influence on preserving stories globally.
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Polygamous Family Photo
- One of the first submissions was about a South Indian man with four wives.
- It didn't make it into the project due to potential family scandal.
Partition's Silver Lining
- Anusha Yadav discusses how partition created opportunities amidst the trauma.
- Businesses like Kwality Walls and Nirula's emerged due to partition's economic shifts.
Cross-Cultural Romance and Partition
- A British man's grandfather, living in India for generations, had a secret affair.
- The affair ended due to partition, highlighting its impact on diverse families.