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Listen to “The Fragility of India’s Artisan Communities”

Written by Laura Fraser
Narrated by Pauline Bartolone

A man sits cross-legged on the ground, sewing intricate embroidery on a red fabric. Showcasing craft traditions from India's artisan communities, he’s surrounded by vibrant textiles and handmade crafts at his market stall.

India’s communities of specialized artisans, who are often the knowledge-keepers of their centuries-old craft traditions, face an uncertain future.

Written by LAURA FRASER

Introduction by PAULINE BARTOLONE

Narrated by PAULINE BARTOLONE

Produced by PAULINE BARTOLONE

Music by BLUE DOT SESSIONS

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Laura Fraser is an author and journalist whose books include the memoirs All Over the Map, The Risotto Guru, and An Italian Affair, which was a New York Times bestseller.

Pauline Bartolone is an audio storyteller, journalist, editor, and lifelong crafter.

© 2026 Laura Fraser. All rights reserved. Under exclusive license to Craftsmanship, LLC. Unauthorized copying or republication of any part of this article is prohibited by law.

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