What do a lost museum, a forgotten play, and a public garden have in common? They were all part of one man’s dream to make Mumbai magical. 🌳🎭📚 In this episode, Thea and her parents travel back to 19th-century India to uncover how Jagannath “Nana” Shankarshet (Sunkersett) helped build the city’s very first museum, theatre, and green spaces.
But how did he inspire artists, writers, and even children to believe in beauty? And what secret does Mumbai’s oldest garden still hold today?
Listen to this kids' history podcast and discover how one quiet visionary turned Mumbai into a city that thinks, dreams, and blooms.
About Magic Nana Ajoba Podcast:
A time-travel history podcast for kids—set in 1800s Mumbai!
Magic Nana Ajoba brings to life the inspiring story of Jagannath “Nana” Shankarshet (Sunkersett)—Mumbai’s unsung builder of schools, trains, laws, and legacy.
Hosted by his real-life great-great-great-great-granddaughter Thea (age 8) and her parents, this family-friendly podcast mixes playful storytelling, rich sound design, and big ideas.
Perfect for kids, tweens, and curious grown-ups who love Indian history, social reform, and epic tales of real-life heroes.
🎧 Start your adventure through Mumbai’s magical past today!
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