Tahir Shah:100 Days in Morocco & 16 Days In Pakistan Torture Prison

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In this episode of The Adventure Diaries i sit down with Tahir Shah, a documentary maker, author, and storyteller, discussing his various adventures and experiences in the Middle East. Key takeaways from the episode include:

1. Tahir Shah's Background: Tahir Shah talks about his unique childhood in Southeast England and the influence of his father, a writer, and the various prominent figures who visited their home. This environment fostered his adventurous spirit and love for storytelling.
2. Experiences in Torture Prison: Tahir describes a harrowing experience of being arrested and placed in a torture prison in Pakistan, where he was interrogated for 16 days. This experience profoundly impacted his perspective on life and gratitude for everyday comforts.
3. Adventures and Documentaries: Tahir shares his adventures, such as searching for gold in Afghanistan and exploring the Peruvian jungle. He contrasts the solitary nature of writing with the collaborative effort of filmmaking.
4. Life in Morocco: Tahir talks extensively about his life in Morocco, particularly in Casablanca, and his experiences renovating Dar Khalifa (the Caliph's house). He discusses the cultural richness of Morocco and the importance of engaging with local culture beyond the tourist experience.
5. Storytelling and Writing: Emphasizing the value of storytelling in his family, Shah discusses how this tradition influenced his and his children's lives. He also touches on his writing process and the joy of creating stories.
6. Advice on Adventure and Exploration: Shah encourages listeners to embrace adventure, get lost, and disconnect from technology to fully experience the world. He stresses the importance of personal growth and learning through travel and exploration.
7. Charitable Work and Future Projects: Tahir mentions his work with the Sherazade Foundation and his support for the charity "Each One Teach One" in India. He also talks about his upcoming book and his passion for encouraging independent publishing in travel writing.

Overall we navigate Tahir Shah's adventurous life, filled with rich experiences, storytelling, and his deep appreciation for different cultures.
His stories and insights offer inspiration for embracing adventure and the unknown.

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Chapitres

1. Introduction and Experience in a Torture Prison (00:00:00)

2. Living and Working in Casablanca (00:13:30)

3. The Journey to Morocco and Dar Khalifa (00:21:48)

4. The Quirkiness of Dar Khalifa (00:33:11)

5. Advice for Traveling to Morocco (00:45:05)

6. Future Projects and the Sherazade Foundation (00:51:55)

7. Call to Adventure: Trust Yourself and Turn Off Your Phone (00:54:48)

8. Wilfred Thessager and the Joy of Getting Lost (00:56:48)

9. Each One Teach One: Solving Problems at a Small Level (00:58:48)

10. Living an Adventure in Casablanca (01:00:48)

11. Empowering Travel Writers with Secretum Mundi (01:01:48)