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What can Rishis see that you can't?

March 4, 2020 · 19 min

If you think that we have left the time of saints and sages behind us, this episode of the Devdutt Pattanaik Show will make you think again. Do ‘Rishis’ still exist, even after thousands of years? The recurring image of a ‘Rishi’ in our…
Why do People get Married to Trees?

February 26, 2020 · 18 min

We know that the tree of knowledge gave us the forbidden fruit, which gave us the original sin, which gave us eternal damnation. But how is Kalpavriksha, a tree in the Indian version of heaven, believed to affect human behavior? What…
Badass Goddess Kaali!

February 5, 2020 · 21 min

Alright, it’s time to talk about one of the most badass goddesses of the Indian Pantheon, Kaali. Why does Kaali always stick her tongue out to us? Is it a playful jibe? A token of rebellion? Or does the action have deeper mythological…
Was the King of Gods Bad at Negotiation?

December 13, 2019 · 20 min

If the Gods and Goddesses of Indian Mythology are supposed to be all-knowing and omnipotent, then how come the Asuras trumped them in the area of negotiation and diplomacy? Why was Indra crowned the King of the Indian mythological pantheon…
Vaahans - A Status Symbol for Gods?

September 10, 2019 · 19 min

We’ve all felt the pang of envy when we’re on our way to office in our ordinary hatchback and a sexy convertible vrooms by. But who knew that ‘Vaahans’ or their holy vehicles of choice were status symbols for the divine too? Want to decode…

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Buddhism goes Viral!

August 13, 2019 · 21 min

How is the concept of Buddhism intrinsically connected to our lives? How did Kind Siddhartha’s name change to Buddha? How did Buddhism go viral around the world? Is the Buddha form a manifestation of Vishnu or not? What is the difference…
Radha and Krishna are #RelationshipGoals

August 13, 2019 · 22 min

Why did Krishna and Radha interchange their attire every now and then? Why are temples dedicated to Radha such a rarity in the country? Did Krishna stop playing his flute because of Radha? Why are most Krishna temples in this country…
Royalty is Gender-Free!

August 13, 2019 · 22 min

What is the real role of a King as prescribed by our mythology? What are the stories of some of the most impressive mythological Kings of the world? Why do our mythological texts shed all their focus on Kings but not their subjects? Which…
The Secrets of Astrology – Now Revealed!

August 7, 2019 · 22 min

All of us know that Shani means BAD NEWS, then why is he still referred to as a God? How old is the science of astrology and when was the first temple dedicated to the planets made? Are Rahu-Ketu the same being or two separate entities?…
Did the Mahabharat era have internet AND Wi -Fi?

August 7, 2019 · 23 min

Did the Mahabharat era have internet AND WiFi? Is the famous psychological concept of the Yayati Complex somehow connected to the Mahabharat? What happened when Bheem and Arjun went head-to-head to decide who is the best Pandava? Did…
The Ramayana, Redefined!

August 7, 2019 · 22 min

We all have heard or read the Ramayana in some form or the other, but do you know what inspired Valmiki write the epic down? Ever wondered who was the first person to recite the Ramayana, and who was the first one to hear it? Who really…
Puranas Prepare you for School!

July 16, 2019 · 21 min

Which one out of the 18 Puranas should you pick to read first? Do the Puranas also teach us physics , chemistry biology and zoology? Are all things you hear about the Puranas true? Or are they white lies born out of your parents'…

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About the show

Mythology is often categorized as a passé and an uncool subject. The younger audiences in India consume a very large amount of content on a regular basis, but mythological content is definitely not their go to choice. The thought for this podcast stems exactly from here. The Devdutt Pattanaik Show on Radio Mirchi will be aimed at making mythology the buzz word for young listeners. Pattanaik is here to make mythology more relatable, affable and cooler for the younger audiences. The show is crafted around issues & subjects that apply to our daily lives by integrating startling and interesting stories from mythology to address them. The master storyteller, Devdutt Pattanaik, has revolutionized the way we look at mythology today. With over 50 published books, he is the quintessential name in the space of decoding mythology and making the content consumer-friendly. Within the format of storytelling, Pattanaik, manages to grip the audience by sharing remarkable facts about Indian mythology and connecting it our day-to-day lives. He deep dives into topics such as dance, sexuality, sports, marriage, nepotism, children, the legal system, relationships, gender etc. Catch him in a new avatar that hasn’t been explored before. Pattanaik makes his debut on radio as a storyteller to make mythology super fun!