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The world is full of stories—some told, some hidden, and some that challenge everything we believe. Call Him Curious is where we bring those stories to life. Hosted by Shikhar Varshney , a seasoned podcaster, radio host, and storyteller from Hindustan Times, this show is about asking the questions no one dares to. From deep dives into Indian culture, art, business, and technology to candid conversations with creators, leaders, and change-makers—we’re here to fuel your curiosity. Hit subscribe and join the journey of curiosity, knowledge, and unfiltered conversations.
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe world is full of stories, some told, some hidden, and some that challenge everything we believe. Call Him Curious is where we bring those stories to life. Hosted by Shikhar Varshney, a seasoned podcaster, radio host, and storyteller from Hindustan Times, this show is about asking the questions no one dares to.
Call Him Curious is hosted by HT Smartcast Originals. The show has published 21 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Indian Men Miss Out On This ft San Kalra | Style, Grooming & Dating Hacks" (4 December 2025, 26 minutes), "Want a PERFECT SMILE? Try This One Simple Brushing Technique" (1 December 2025, 53 minutes), and "50 Lakh Bottles a Day & No Marketing? | The Unbelievable Lahori Zeera Story" (22 September 2025, 62 minutes).
Call Him Curious publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 51 minutes across 21 episodes.
Booking probability for Call Him Curious is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Call Him Curious requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Call Him Curious's contact route on record: verified email.
HT Smartcast Originals hosts Call Him Curious, a society podcast with 21 episodes published.
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<p> </p> <p>Most Indian men were never taught the basics of looking and feeling their best how to dress sharp, approach women confidently, smell good, sit with perfect posture, or even pose naturally for photos. In this...
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<p> Is night-time brushing a must? Are sensitivity toothpastes just marketing? In this eye-opening dental podcast episode of Call Him Curious, Shikhar sits down with Dr. Prateek Jain, an expert dentist to bust the most...
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<p> In this episode of Call Him Curious, join host Shikhar as he sits down with Nikhil Doda, COO & Co-founder of Lahori Zeera, to uncover the incredible business journey behind one of India's fastest-growing beverage...
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<p> Ever wondered how viral creators go from funny reels at home to millions of loyal fans? In this heartwarming, funny, and brutally honest episode of Call Him Curious, Shikhar Varshney sits down with one of India’s...
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<p>What if we told you that most of what you believe about skincare might just be wrong? In this myth-breaking episode of Call Him Curious, host Shikhar Varshney sits down with none other than celebrity dermatologist...
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<p> In this unfiltered episode of Call Him Curious, host Shikhar Varshney sits down with Punjabi singer @NinjaMusic01 for a heart-to-heart that goes beyond the music. From his journey as Amit to Ninja, the guidance of...
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<p> In this episode, Shikhar lifts the curtain on misunderstood, misrepresented, or rarely discussed facets of Indian mythology with Devdutt Pattanaik—from why only men dominate myth-writing, to the secret truths of...
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<p> Ever wondered who’s behind the voice that made your childhood feel like magic? In this episode of Call Him Curious, host Shikhar Varshney sits down with India’s most iconic voice artist — Sonal Kaushal, known to...
<p>In this episode of Call Him Curious podcast, Shikhar Varshney sits down with the incredibly soulful singer @SagarBhatiaOfficial , diving deep into the world of qawwali, Sufism, and the evolution of Indian music. From...
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<p>This Women’s Day special episode of Call Him Curious features an unfiltered and insightful conversation with comedian Supriya Joshi, hosted by Shikhar Varshney. As one of India’s most fearless and hilarious voices in...
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<p>Brace yourself for the scariest episode of Call Him Curious podcast as we dive deep into the world of Indian horror, paranormal stories, tantrik vidhya and spine-chilling myths with none other than Divay Agarwal aka...
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<p>Love isn’t always a fairytale—it’s complicated, emotional, and sometimes heartbreaking. In this Valentine’s Day special episode of Call Him Curious, Shikhar Varshney is joined by Lovely Sharma & Aditya Rao to uncover...
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<p>In this episode of Call Him Curious podcast, host Shikhar Varshney sits down with Aashi Sahni, a content creator who transitioned from corporate life to digital fame. Aashi shares her journey—from experimenting with...
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<p>In the latest episode of Call Him Curious podcast, host Shikhar Varshney is in conversation with author Ami Ganatra who delves into the aftermath of the Mahabharata war, shedding light on the Pandavas' final journey...
What goes into managing the biggest names in entertainment? In this episode of Call Him Curious podcast, host Shikhar Varshney chats with Tusharr Kumar, CEO of OML, about the evolving entertainment industry. Tusharr...
In this episode of Call Him Curious, host Shikhar Varshney chats with @PeepalBaba-Givemetrees, a leading environmentalist who has planted over 20 million trees in India. Peepal Baba discusses urgent environmental...
A full-on gossip episode with Harshita Gupta aka SoHarshi to discuss her journey, life lessons, and her newly released book, "Unloved: The Art of Moving On." From personal stories about trust, love, and self-discovery...
<p>Timestamps:</p><p>1:38 - 3:25 – Art is not Mainstream!</p><p>3:26 - 5:27 – Attention Span & Art</p><p>5:28 - 7:55 – Ayodhya Airport Artwork</p><p>7:56 - 8:44 – What’s Special in Patna?</p><p>8:45 - 10:15 – The India...
Wondering how to take control of your health with simple daily changes? In this episode of Call Him Curious, host Shikhar Varshney chats with nutritionist and social media influencer Ambika Dutt, to unpack critical...
Struggling with self-identity and mental peace? Join Gauranga Das Prabhu in this enlightening episode of Call Him Curious with host Shikhar Varshney as he dive deep into overcoming an identity crisis through the...
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