In some way, we're all held hostage by our mobile phones. Not just us individually, but humanity in general. Imagine all the hours that we're constantly wasting that could be more productive. Just how mesmerizing things devices can be came into sharp focus for Anurag Byas recently after his move to Mumbai. Stick around for the Q&A with host Michael Burns after.

Tall Tales Takeaway is India's first storytelling podcast. Featuring all true stories told by the people who experienced them, the season is curated by Tall Tales' Michael Burns. The podcast is a genre-hopping buffet of delights – tantalize your mind with the taste of fear, feel the suspense, or indulge in a good belly laugh. Be surprised, be delighted. Subscribe in your favorite podcast app and never miss an episode.

Host: Michael Burns, @TallTalesIn

Executive producer: Chhavi Sachdev @Sonologue