Far From Fact
Culture
A weekly podcast from India, that is not about Science, Pop Culture, Technology, Sport, News, Sociology, or the Internet, and yet, all at once it is. Far From Fact is designed to cater to your basic need for ignorance. Catch the lads, as they fake-solve real problems on a weekly basis. This podcast is presented by Husein Merchant and Keshav Naidu. Husein is an optimist who loves observing things while being lazy. He is observing you even as you read this. Keshav recently came out as a comedian, and his family is still processing the embarrassment, but he is confident they will come around and accept him for the person he is. You can follow them on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/farfromfact/) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/farfromfact/) @farfromfact
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Description:
A weekly podcast from India, that is not about Science, Pop Culture, Technology, Sport, News, Sociology, or the Internet, and yet, all at once it is. Far From Fact is designed to cater to your basic need for ignorance. Catch the lads, as they fake-solve real problems on a weekly basis. This podcast is presented by Husein Merchant and Keshav Naidu. Husein is an optimist who loves observing things while being lazy. He is observing you even as you read this. Keshav recently came out as a comedian, and his family is still processing the embarrassment, but he is confident they will come around and accept him for the person he is. You can follow them on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/farfromfact/) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/farfromfact/) @farfromfact
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Episodes
350. FFFinale
3/18/2025
Here we are! After 7 long years, the lads say goodbye one last time. Join them on this emotional and bittersweet episode as they relive the good ol' times and talk about what comes next.
To follow Keshav's work, you can follow him on Instagram @keshavnaidu_ and @undercover.creatives. You can also check out all the other stuff he does here.
Husein and Sakina have been working on Stash - your reliable friend who is always looking out for your financial wellbeing and nudging you towards financial independence. If you're keen to commence your personal finance journey, get in touch with them on hello@yourstash.in
A heartfelt thank you to all of you! We couldn't have done this without all your love and support, and we will miss this family dearly. Bye!
Duration:01:28:57
349: Cockroach milk for the win
3/11/2025
This one's the swan song! And what a way to call it a day. The lads hang their hats with this last piece of ridicule-worthy news. Cockroach milk is the topic of the week, and off they go into the sunset. Catch them one last time next week, as they go down memory lane for a good ol' goodbye sesh. And if you haven't sent it those love notes, now is the time. Send them already. DM here. https://www.instagram.com/farfromfact/
Duration:00:34:18
348: Stealing from hotels
3/4/2025
A Mumbai hotel has come up with a hilariously clever way to put an end to slipper theft. Instead of providing a matching pair of bathroom slippers, the hotel gave people mismatched footwear, ensuring that while guests can use them during their stay, they’re far less tempting to take home.
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Duration:00:18:35
347: Majorana 1 Quantum processor
2/25/2025
Move over gen pop, the lads are going tech this edition. It's gonna be fleek, and other such things they don't say in real life. Heavy on the science, but also humanity, because human is also nature, and nature is also science. Enjoy!
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Duration:00:46:29
346: CIBIL score + Bonus topic
2/18/2025
A man from Maharashtra was rejected for marriage due to his low CIBIL score. The rejection came after the woman's uncle discovered multiple loans and poor financial history in the man's credit report. The lads dive deep into credit scores and good financial behaviour.
As a Valentine's day gift, the lads have also recorded an extra topic this week. Enjoy!
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Duration:00:49:59
345: Ed Sheeran Bengaluru busking
2/11/2025
Ed Sheeran had a run in with the police in Bengaluru recently. The international sensation was stopped by the cops for performing in public without permission. While the artist's team maintains that they had permission to perform, the police insist otherwise. Join the lads as they split this one open.
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Duration:00:32:29
344: Choli ke peeche kya hai?
2/4/2025
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A groom's dance to 'Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai' at his wedding offended the bride’s father, who called off the ceremony, citing it as an insult to family values. Join the lads as they dive right into this juicy topic.
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Duration:00:26:52
343: Chinese AI Deepseek R1
1/28/2025
Chinese AI researchers have hit it out of the park with deepseek R1. A new model that operates at a cost that is 98% lower than its peers. And here's the best part, it's gonna be open source. But, what does all this mean for you, for us, and the entire human race? You're in luck, 'cos the lads have more than a few thoughts on the matter.
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Duration:00:53:38
342: Mumbai's mental health
1/21/2025
Mumbai has emerged as a critical epicenter for mental health issues, accounting for 42 per cent of the total calls to a mental health helpline, nationwide, the highest among all cities. Join the lads as they punch way below belt on this episode.
Feel free to call Mpower 1-on-1 Let’s Talk (1800-120-820050) in case you feel like you need support.
Duration:00:34:44
341: Cockfighting goes mainstream
1/14/2025
Cockfighting takes centre stage this week. What used to be a rural pastime in Telangana and parts of Andhra Pradesh now threatens to turn into a multi-crore industry. Catch the lads as they bite into this juicy makar sankranti story.
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Duration:00:27:17
340: Dead man walking
1/7/2025
A 65-year-old man named Pandurang Ulpe, who was declared dead after a heart attack, came back to life when the ambulance carrying him to his funeral hit a speed bump in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. Join the lads as they explore this bizarre incident!
Duration:00:22:43
339: All women team Western Railway
12/31/2024
The Western Railway has taken the initiative to create an all woman team as part of their traction sub-station maintenance department at Mahalaxmi in Mumbai. Join the lads as they chat up on this super fun story as their year-end topic. Enjoy!
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Duration:00:25:55
338: Toxic workplace
12/24/2024
A Bengaluru techie exposed a toxic work environment on LinkedIn after being fired three months into his job. He cited extreme micromanagement and a lack of mentorship, leading to excessive workloads and inadequate support for his new role. Join the lads as they modernise their past solutions to meet modern problems.
Duration:00:27:34
337: Shaadi special recap
12/17/2024
It's Shaadi season and what better way to celebrate it than by doing shaadi special recap. Here's three of our all time faves in one beautiful little package. Take it away!
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Duration:01:17:37
336: Parent scams child's school
12/10/2024
The Egmore Police have arrested a 48-year-old man on charges of cheating Don Bosco School of Excellence in Egmore, Chennai, to the tune of ₹18.76 lakh, after he allegedly collected money from the management under the pretext of organising a trip for teachers to Punjab and Kashmir. Join the lads as they're back with a scam story!
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Duration:00:20:52
335: Turkish cigarette quitter
12/3/2024
In a recent resurface, man who put his head in a cage has resurfaced. Catch the lads as they go after this low hanging fruit with all their might. Check out the head-cage here, a link to the news story. Hey, and no judging the source!
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Duration:00:18:25
334: Gravity defying groom
11/26/2024
In a scene straight out of a movie, a groom abandoned his wedding ceremony to chase a man in a mini-truck, who snatched his garland of cash, in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut. The incident took place recently on the highway when the groom was riding a horse during his wedding procession. Join the lads as they jump into wedding season with this banger of an episode.
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Duration:00:22:28
333: Diwali party drama
11/19/2024
The UK Prime Minister has had to apologise for serving meat and alcohol at a Diwali party. The party was hosted by the PM at 10, Downing Street. Join the lads as they go deeper in what seems like a politically motivated campaign.
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Duration:00:24:31
332: Harassment vs cruelty
11/12/2024
The Bombay High Court's Aurangabad bench overturned a 20-year-old conviction against a man and his family for alleged 'cruelty' towards his late wife.
'Not cruelty': Bombay High Court on daughter-in-law forced to sleep on carpet, not allowed to watch TV
Duration:01:00:08
331: Fake judge real props
11/5/2024
A conman in Gujarat posed as a fake judge and has passed several judgments. He has done this for over five years, and the scam came to light recently in Gandhinagar. Catch the lads as they dive deep into this one-man judiciary system complete with cape and habit.
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Duration:00:37:26