The Unsung: Recent Episodes

Abhijit Shylanath

A podcast about the lesser-known people and events that have quietly shaped our world.

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The unavoidable result of a world that strives for perfection is that over time, people forget what imperfection feels like.

I explore information and disinformation through the story of a vaccine pioneer.

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Six women were foundational to one of the most revolutionary moments in computing history. And they were largely forgotten.

I try to understand the significance of keeping their story alive.

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Many times, stories that don't make the news have a more profound effect on history than the ones that do. In this, the first episode of my podcast, I tell the story of human failure, and of the successes living in its shadow.