Kriti Bajaj

Story seeker, writer & editor


Reminisce with us…

…as we chat about growing up in the 90s, break down our shared fascination with family history, dive deep into things we like(d), and meander into adventures past and present.

The Rewind: A Podcast for Nostalgic Millennials features real but quirky conversations with Kriti Bajaj and Sara Walker – two millennials who live halfway across the world from each other and met on Instagram in 2024. Tune in on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and follow us on Instagram @the.rewind.pod for episode news, video snippets and updates!

Season 1

001 The Story of Us

The riveting tale of how we met and became friends, with special mentions about social media in the early 2000s, creepy DMs, Taylor Swift, and, of course, family history.

002 A Bookish Throwback

We discuss our favourite books from childhood and how our reading lives have changed over the years. We also address needing a rebrand for Hufflepuffs and give each other a reading challenge.

003 What a Snack!

We provide a primer on new slang that millennials need to know to be cool (or maybe not?). We go on to discuss our favourite childhood foods and snacks, and family recipes that make us feel nostalgic.

004 Travelogues and Curses

Kriti goes into lockdown after discovering an unfortunate creature has decided to take up residence on her balcony. We discuss our passion for traveling, recent travel experiences and past travel mishaps.

005 Six Things from the Ethers

Join us on our latest off-the-cuff adventures — from battling thorn-filled gardening mishaps and the mysterious lizards that refuse to leave Kriti’s balcony, to a deep dive into the reading challenge we set for each other and the strange world of vision problems.

006 Christmas Tea and Firework Fiascos

In this jolly holiday episode, Sara learns the true origins of “chai tea”, and Kriti recounts a run-in with a celebrity. We talk Christmas traditions, Diwali celebrations, and a few explosive mishaps. Tune in for a blend of laughs and unconventional holiday stories!

A look back at season 1

Season 2

007 Goal Setting, Seasonal Wisdom and Journaling with Melissa Willis

Season 2 is here! We’re kicking off 2025 with our first guest, Melissa. She shares her love of farm life, the story behind her Bold + Queer family history page and her heritage journaling process. We chat about setting goals, and share tips on balancing ambition with grace by leaning into the season. Sara’s heartwarming journal exchange with her dad might just inspire you to start your own, or maybe you’ll take your cue from Kriti’s List of (Wildest) Dreams? From Gen X music and movies to slang, we compare generational trends in a fun showdown. Spoiler: Flannel was a lifestyle, not a fashion choice.

008 Under the Korean Sky with Charu 

This week we’re joined by Charu, who took a leap of faith out of the corporate world and straight into a life more aligned with her purpose. She now leads Conscious Connected Breathwork sessions and is embracing a whole new adventure – living in South Korea! In this episode we’re talking: the courage to leave a career that no longer fits, breathwork as a tool for clarity and healing, finding yourself in your 30s (because self-discovery doesn’t have a deadline), and, of course, ALL the adorable, aesthetic and downright whimsical things in Korea.

009 Legacies, Chosen Cousins and Chickens with Jake Peterson

Meet Jake, a narrative therapist and family history enthusiast, on this episode of The Rewind! Kriti has collaborated with him on his storytelling projects since 2022 – but it turns out that Sara and Jake have plenty in common. (Are they long-lost cousins?) We chat about his journey from the US to Australia, genealogy and resilience, building communities rooted in connection, and, of course, the TRULY important things: Schitt’s Creek, peanut butter cups, Meryl Streep, cuddly chickens, and the names we wish we had. Join us on an insightful and slightly existential deep dive into history and the legacies we hope to build, one story at a time.

010 Bonjour! Hallo! (And Stuff We Hate)

Join us for an episode about adventure, multilingualism, and the things we can’t stand! From traveling the world to learning new languages, we share a passion for expanding our horizons. But it’s not all sunshine and passport stamps – we also share some serious dislikes, including hairdressers, seafood and saunas. A longer episode after we took an extra week off, but one full of laughs, revelations and quirky stories.

011 The Movie We Maybe Needed (But Not the One We Expected)

Pack your emotional baggage and hop on this existential road trip with us as we delve into A Real Pain! We share our thoughts on the film – its gut-punching portrayal of grief, mental health and those complicated family dynamics that hit close to home. We draw from our backgrounds in anthropology and psychology (nerd alert!), discuss meaningful places and family homes, and offer some genealogy tips for beginners plus other must-watch recommendations. Grab your popcorn and maybe a therapy appointment – this one’s a deep dive!

012 Soulmates and Scented Candles (Sara’s First K-Drama!)

It has happened. Sara followed Kriti’s lead by falling headfirst into a blossoming love affair with Korean culture – because, apparently, all it takes is a charming Korean soldier, a moody bookshop, and a perfectly romantic kimchi scene to change your entire personality. We unpack our love for Crash Landing on You (the drama that started it all), and Welcome to the Hyunam-dong Bookshop (the book that made us want to quit everything and open a cozy bookshop). We recommend some K-dramas and books that have been feeding our souls, soothing our stress, and occasionally wrecking us emotionally in the best possible way. Seoulmates for life!

013 Welcome to the Blogroll

Kriti and Sara take a nostalgic trip back to their “blogging days of yore” (yes, that’s a direct quote) and the world of 2007-2016 blogging culture. We chat about everything from blog wars to passive-aggressive blog posts, read hilarious excerpts from our now hidden blogs, and spill the tea on how we blog in today’s online spaces. Plus, Kriti shares some exciting updates on her new products, and Sara reveals fresh discoveries in her family history. Tune in for laughs, cringey moments, and a blast from the past you won’t want to miss!

014 Stardust from Summers Past

Welcome to golden summers – the kind that felt endless and full of wonder – at our grandparents’ homes in small-town Himachal Pradesh and Utah. From catching minnows and gazing at a star-studded sky, to the soft ache of remembering what’s now gone, we examine what made those days feel so magical. What is it like to go back (or not go back) to those places of our childhood as adults? Nostalgia brings a swirl of joy, longing, and a little bit of sadness too. We talk about recreating the essence of those summers in our lives now, and what it means to have the courage to create a new legacy. Tune in for heartfelt reflections, idyllic vibes, and a return to slowness and nature. 

015 Something Beautiful Travels Far with Shaista Tayabali

In our final episode of Season 2, we have a heartfelt chat with poet and writer Shaista Tayabali, exploring the profound ways in which creativity can shape and heal our lives. Shaista shares her long journey with lupus, her move from India to the UK, and how poetry, blogging and writing became both her solace and her voice. We remind ourselves of the invisible strings that connect us through and beyond time, the ripple effect of our stories, the stubborn echoes of loss and grief, the necessity of humour, the sparkliness of possibility, and the essential role played by art and words in navigating life’s hardest moments.