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World Hearing Day, celebrated every year on 18 July, marks a global initiative that invites us to take time to listen and appreciate the art of listening. In a world filled with constant noise, the day is a reminder of the importance of actively engaging with our auditory environment. So, plug in your earphones, and get ready to embark on an interesting listening journey as we on Audible indulge in an array of audiobooks, podcasts and audio series, which are sure to be your must-listen picks this World Hearing Day. Should be on the list.
desi down down
Writer: Mithila Gupta Narrated by: Prajakta Koli, Taruk Raina, Adarsh Gaurav
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A comprehensive 9-episode series, Desi Down Under is set off the coast of Sydney and is a coming-of-age story of a trio from Mangalore who cross the ocean to learn surf life-saving skills at Australia’s picturesque Coogee Beach. The series boasts of an amazing ensemble cast of Prajakta Koli, Adarsh Gaurav and Taruk Raina, who are voicing the lead characters.
The plot revolves around these 20-year-olds who figure out their purpose in life, find love, and face their greatest fears while emerging victorious in their pursuit. Filled with adventure, humour, romance and inspiration – Desi Down Under is the perfect fit for your binge list this World Listening Day.
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Marvel’s Westlanders: Star-Lord (Hindi Version)
Writers: Marvel and Benjamin Percy Narrated by: Saif Ali Khan, Vrajesh Hirji, and Sushant Divgikar among others
Did you know Marvel’s Westlanders: Star-Lord is Saif Ali Khan’s first audio project? Set in a post-apocalyptic future, Season 1 of Marvel’s Westlanders: Star-Lord delves into the shadowy alternate future of the Marvel Universe starring Saif Ali Khan as Peter Quill, Vrajesh Hirji as Rocket and Sushant as Korra Anangsha Biswas as Divgikr, The Collector. , Manini Dey as Emma Frost and Harjit Walia as Kraven the Hunter. Unlock thrilling action sequences in a world where supervillains defeat heroes and gain control, accompanied by a captivating audio score that’s sure to leave you asking for more.
don’t lose your mind, lose weight
Writer: Rujuta Diwekar Narrated by: Richa Syal
Revolutionizing the way Indians think about their diet, lifestyle and exercise one audiobook at a time, Rujuta Diwekar is once again on Audible with another game changer – ‘Don’t Lose Your Mind, Lose Your Weight’ returned with
This audiobook proposes that we should return to our traditional ways of life, especially food habits, for healthy and timely weight loss. Rujuta guides us about the simple steps to be taken towards maintaining a healthy and proper diet and understanding the nutritional requirements of one’s body.
Durga
Author: Kevin Missal Narrated by: Preeti Gupta
Durga, a modern fantasy tale by Kevin Missal, follows the journey of nine irrepressible women as they battle the giant Mahisha, who rules the kingdom of Jambudvipa with an iron fist. Having snatched a prosperous kingdom from the Aryans, the demon king turned it into a devil’s paradise full of crime, sin, greed and untrustworthy people.
Durga teams up with her female protégés, including a royal companion, a maidservant, a mercenary and a pirate, to avenge the death of her parents by the demon-king Mahisha . This fiery female-centric anthology is the perfect modern-day feminist classic that audio entertainment enthusiasts must listen to.
Pilani Pioneers
Writers: Gaurav Mandlecha, Durjay Sethi Narrated by: Anindya Chakraborty
Pilani Pioneers chronicles the lives of 25 accomplished BITS Pilani graduates including startup founders, entrepreneurs and CEOs who have left an indelible mark on the Indian and global business landscape by deftly handling the ups and downs of life.
It highlights the tenacity and success stories of business stalwarts including Baba Kalyani, Chairman and Managing Director of Bharat Forge; Hari Menon, Co-Founder and CEO, BigBasket; Harish Bhatt, Brand Guardian, Tata Sons; Sunil Duggal, Dabur’s longest serving CEO and others. This inspirational audiobook is a must for anyone who wants to find their niche and build a prosperous professional life.
classified
Author: J. Rajasekharan Nair and narrated by Sandeep Ved
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) was rocked by an espionage case in 1994, in which six ISRO personnel, including S Nambi Narayanan, were accused of passing on critical rocket technology to a neighboring country. CLASSIFIED uncovers the hidden truths behind the controversial story and how it has exposed the flaws of our premier institutions.
It shows us how this tangled affair eroded the credibility of the organization’s members as state agencies like the CIA attempted to bury the wreckage of the failed operation.
