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The Swaddle
The Last Courtesans of Bombay
This podcast series uncovers the mysterious world of Bombay’s courtesans to find a rich history of women who defy gender stereotypes and uphold feminist intellectual tradition.
This podcast is brought to you by TS Studios, a production company that brings The Swaddle’s storytelling and creative point of view to original podcasts and films.
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Recent Episodes
With Mujra in decline, a neighbourhood that was once the nerve centre of Bombay’s courtesan culture struggles to stay alive, in the final episode of our podcast series.
English Translation of Episode 4: A Crumbling Community
Naseem Bhai: There were many shops selling perfumes. Perfumes used to...
Published 09/10/19
Published 09/10/19
In this episode, a mother-daughter courtesan duo reflects on their divergent paths, and how much this matrilineal culture has changed in just one generation.
English Translation of Episode 3: A Break With the Past
Voiceover in English.
Woman 1: You come here to enjoy. It is my job to make you...
Published 09/04/19
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