# EP: 21 Mystery Of India's Lost Maritime Empire

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Published: 2025-09-25T13:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/author-amish6/episodes/EP-21-Mystery-Of-Indias-Lost-Maritime-Empire-e38mncf
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## Resource

In this episode of the Immortal India Podcast, Amish Tripathi is joined by historian and author Nick Collins for an eye-opening exploration of India’s maritime history and its pivotal role in ancient global civilization. Drawing from Nick’s groundbreaking book, "How Maritime Trade and the Indian Subcontinent Shaped the World: Ice Age to Mid-Eighth Century," the discussion uncovers how ancient Indian merchants, thinkers, and adventurers shaped the fortunes of the ancient world. What’s Inside: Learn how India’s influence sailed across seas—spreading innovations, ideas, and philosophy far beyond its borders. Explore how the Indian subcontinent became a central hub of ancient maritime trade, influencing civilizations from Sumeria to Egypt and Greece. Discover evidence and theories about Indian migrants shaping ancient cultures, including the Hittites, Mitannis, Greeks, and Trojans. Delve into the history of Lothal and how its exports shaped interactions with Sumeria, highlighting the dynamic exchange of goods and ideas. About the guest: Nick Collins studied history at Magdalene College, Cambridge, and then embarked on a career in maritime trade with Clarkson, the world’s leading provider of maritime services. His book investigates how Indian trade and philosophy have left an enduring mark on world civilizations, making him an exciting and insightful guest on Immortal India. Social media channels of Amish Tripathi: Instagram: @authoramish Facebook: @authoramish X/Twitter: @authoramish

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