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The Fascination Station with Vijay

Join Vijay Kumar, a former CEO turned curious explorer, as he uncovers the things that spark joy and intrigue—whether it’s a film, book, destination, or unexpected discovery. With over four decades of experience, he offers fresh perspectives, teasing movie reviews, and personal stories—from the humble idli to the stunning Iguazu waterfalls. If you’re ready to explore the world with curiosity and wonder, The Fascination Station is your destination.

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3:38

The Wisdom in Ordinary Things

The Fascination Station with Vijay ·

2026/01/14

For the Season One finale, The Fascination Station ends quietly — with wonder. Does a mother’s breast milk change depending on whether her baby is a boy or a girl? Science says yes, in subtle and astonishing ways. This final episode reflects on nature’s quiet intelligence, the beauty of everyday miracles, and why the most fascinating stories rarely announce themselves. A gentle sign-off.A lasting thought.Created & Produced by Catiko Productions

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4:19

Proof That Reinvention Is an Art

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2026/01/14

From an island with a past to a place built for fun.This episode takes a surprising turn — touching on history, design, and a very human need for joy. No spoilers, just a reminder that sometimes the most fascinating stories are the ones that chose to become something else.Created & Produced by Catiko Productions

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4:07

Bengaluru’s Oldest Resident

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2025/12/30

You’ve walked on it without knowing its age.Inside Lalbagh sits a rock that’s 3.5 billion years old—older than dinosaurs, oxygen, and almost everything else. This episode of The Fascination Station pauses at Bengaluru’s quietest timekeeper, where joggers pass and Earth’s earliest history waits in plain sight. Sometimes, the wildest stories are right under your feet.Created & Produced by Catiko Productions

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8:08

SHOLAY: The Embers Are Still Alive!

The Fascination Station with Vijay ·

2025/12/29

Fifty years later, Sholay still burns. Not as nostalgia — but as proof of what fearless, world-building cinema once dared to be.Created & Produced by Catiko Productions.

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5:41

Of Spirits, Silence, and Homecomings

The Fascination Station with Vijay ·

2025/12/24

This Christmas season, we have a special episode that gently closes the chapter on Massachusetts & More—six weeks, many miles, and more magic than expected. This isn’t a recap, it’s a feeling: moments of wonder, unexpected joy, quiet reflection, and a few delightful surprises along the way. A warm, quirky goodbye to a journey that lingered long after the bags were packed. Perfect for the season, and even better for the soul.Created & Produced by Catiko Productions

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5:21

Lighthouses, Lattes, and a Hint of Halloween

The Fascination Station with Vijay ·

2025/12/18

A seaside town with an unusual name, a lighthouse frozen in time, dessert that steals the spotlight — and a Halloween surprise no one saw coming.Join me as a simple day trip turns into a story of warmth, wonder, and a little seaside magic.Created & Produced by Catiko Productions

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5:01

Minute Men, Daisies, and the Heart of Boston

The Fascination Station with Vijay ·

2025/12/10

Step into a storyteller’s suitcase as Vijay whisks you through Massachusetts — a place where history crackles, cities hum, and even flowers seem to gossip. From legendary landmarks to unexpected encounters and quiet revelations, this episode blends charm, curiosity, and a dash of wonder. Created & Produced by Catiko Productions

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4:06

Greens, Glows & Almost-Phenomena

The Fascination Station with Vijay ·

2025/11/14

A golden-hour walk at a Michigan golf course turns unexpectedly reflective as nature, chance encounters, and one nearly-magical moment reshape an ordinary evening into something quietly extraordinary.Created & Produced by Catiko Productions

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4:54

The Michigan Diaries : Bavarian Dreams & Masala Chai

The Fascination Station with Vijay ·

2025/11/06

On this episode of The Fascination Station with Vijay, Michigan takes a whimsical turn in Frankenmuth — a Bavarian fairytale come alive. From dancing in the streets to ice cream delights and a Desi twist at day’s end, it’s a journey where magic meets flavor.Created & Produced by Catiko Productions

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4:24

The Michigan Diaries : A Day That Drove Itself

The Fascination Station with Vijay ·

2025/11/04

What happens when a calm blue sky, a curious dog, and a Tesla decide to take over a Sunday in Michigan? Somewhere between brunch and sunset, a quiet kind of magic unfolds.Created & Produced by Catiko Productions

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5:28

Chalk, Chaos & Coffee Cups

The Fascination Station with Vijay ·

2025/10/10

In this episode, Vijay steps into The Teacher’s Lounge — a taut German drama that turns the everyday world of a school into a pressure cooker of trust, power, and perception. No explosions, no villains — just the quiet, relentless tension of people trying to do what’s right in a world that won’t sit still.Created & Produced by Catiko Productions

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5:45

Martian Vibes and Starry Skies

The Fascination Station with Vijay ·

2025/10/01

Ever walked on a landscape that feels straight out of another planet? Join me as we traverse Chile’s Atacama Desert—the driest non-polar desert on Earth—where jagged rock formations, sparkling salt flats, and dawn geysers collide with some of the clearest night skies you’ll ever see. From floating effortlessly in a salt lagoon to gazing at distant galaxies through powerful telescopes, this episode is your ticket to an otherworldly adventure—without leaving your headphones.Created & Produced by

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6:22

Ice, Ice…Maybe?

The Fascination Station with Vijay ·

2025/09/24

Ever wondered what it feels like to walk on a giant frozen river of time? Join me as we traverse the Athabasca Glacier in Canada, a massive ice slab that groans, creaks, and retreats faster than you’d expect. From jaw-dropping snow coaches tougher than monster trucks to sipping glacier water that’s centuries old, this episode is a chilly thrill ride with a touch of awe—and a gentle reminder of our warming world. Bundle up, listeners—it’s about to get icy!Created & Produced by Catiko

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5:11

Inside the Infosys Utopia

The Fascination Station with Vijay ·

2025/09/12

Think a campus can’t feel like a city? Think again. In this episode, Vijay steps into Infosys Mysuru — where Greek columns meet tech labs, libraries rival hotels, and yes… even a leopard once dropped by. What else lurks inside this 337-acre wonderland? Tune in to find out!Created & Produced by Catiko Productions

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6:46

Box Seats & Desert Beats

The Fascination Station with Vijay ·

2025/09/06

What happens when ancient Rajasthani folk music meets theatrical spectacle — in a four-story lightbox inspired by Amsterdam’s red-light district? Trust us, it’s not what you think. This episode dives into a performance that seduces the senses and rewrites the rules of tradition.Created & Produced by Catiko Productions.

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5:05

Queens in the Endgame

The Fascination Station with Vijay ·

2025/08/29

This week, we swap royal crowns for chess queens in a showdown of sharp minds and sharper moves. One’s a legend, the other a lightning bolt—and when they meet, the board burns. Add a dash of fiction, a touch of fashion, and a whole lot of fierce. The queens aren’t just playing the game—they’re rewriting it.Created & Produced by Catiko Productions

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9:31

The Gojju Guide to Melkote

The Fascination Station with Vijay ·

2025/08/25

It began with a craving — but not the kind you satisfy at a dinner table. This episode of Fascination Station leads us to a quiet hill town in Karnataka, where ancient stones murmur secrets, temples hold unfinished stories, and even a spoonful of sauce carries centuries of memory. What started as a lunch stop turned into something far deeper — and far stranger. Tune in for a journey where not everything is seen… but everything is felt.Created & Produced by Catiko Productions

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6:46

A Town Sunk In Sand & Stories

The Fascination Station with Vijay ·

2025/08/14

This stop takes us to Talakadu—a mysterious town swallowed by sand and steeped in legend. What happened here? And why do people say it's cursed? Strap in as we uncover a tale where history, myth, and mystery collide.Created & Produced by Catiko Productions.

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7:14

Benford’s Law: The Sneaky Number Cop

The Fascination Station with Vijay ·

2025/08/08

Ever wonder why the number 1 loves to hog the spotlight in seemingly random lists of numbers? Meet Benford’s Law — the sneaky math detective that’s been quietly exposing fraudsters and fakes for over a century! From city populations to your kitchen pantry, this quirky law reveals a secret pattern hiding in plain sight. Tune in to discover how a worn-out book of logarithms sparked a numerical revolution and why your “random” data might just be telling a fib. Spoiler alert: it’s not just numbers —

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7:01

'Saiyaara' - The Breezy Love Story We Needed

The Fascination Station with Vijay ·

2025/08/01

We promised numbers, but nature—and cinema—had other plans. This week, we trade Benford’s Law for Bengaluru’s poetic weather and a surprising cinematic delight: Saiyarra, the debut love story featuring Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda. From rain-soaked drives to rain-soaked songs, join us as we unpack a film that’s simple, sincere, and sweetly nostalgic. Sometimes, detours lead to the best destinations. Benford returns next week!Created & Produced by Catiko Productions

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