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	<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2023 18:00:34 +0000</pubDate>
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	<title>Theology Unleashed: A Conversation and Discussion with Arjuna Gallagher</title>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2022 10:01:03 +0000</pubDate>
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	<title>Understanding the Dharma Shastras: A Conversation with Dr. Patrick Olivelle and Dr. Donald Davis</title>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2022 09:34:58 +0000</pubDate>
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	<title>Introduction to Pancaratra: Vaishnava Agama and Tantra</title>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2022 09:15:34 +0000</pubDate>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2022 09:07:00 +0000</pubDate>
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	<title>Meru Media and Brown Pundits                                   From Ancient Kama to Modern Seduction: A Conversation with Dr. Seema Anand</title>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 12 Mar 2021 22:10:10 +0000</pubDate>
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	<title>The Journey of Translations: A Conversation with Prof. Bibek Debroy</title>
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00:01:10 Introduction to Professor Bibek Debroy and his background and how he went from economics to translating a huge corpus of Sanskrit literature
00:18:50 The inspiration and role of Dogs in Vedas and Itihasas, all three of us love dogs and have dogs
00:22:00 Mahabharata and Puranas translation process and inspirations, what is your methodology of translations
00:29:20 Bengali culture and translating of the Mahabharata
00:32:00 Veda Vyasa, Mahabharata and intertextual mesh with the Puranas 
00:38:55  How did the translation process change you or your pre-conceived notions 
00:41:30 Why is Indian society not very familiar with lifeblood of Hinduism, the Puranas
00:44:50 Story of Rama and the dog in the Ramayana
00:49:15  The Many Gitas of the Mahabharata and Puranas 
00:57:15 What role do the Mahabharata and Puranas play in today in modern governance 
01:04:20 How do we teach Dharma today, Dharma economic alternative to capitalism and socialism
01:15:30  Final points and love for discovery in the Shastras
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00:18:50 The inspiration and role of Dogs in Vedas and Itihasas, all three of us love dogs and have dogs
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00:29:20 Bengali culture and translating of the Mahabharata
00:32:00 Veda Vyasa, Mahabharata and intertextual mesh with the Puranas 
00:38:55  How did the translation process change you or your pre-conceived notions 
00:41:30 Why is Indian society not very familiar with lifeblood of Hinduism, the Puranas
00:44:50 Story of Rama and the dog in the Ramayana
00:49:15  The Many Gitas of the Mahabharata and Puranas 
00:57:15 What role do the Mahabharata and Puranas play in today in modern governance 
01:04:20 How do we teach Dharma today, Dharma economic alternative to capitalism and socialism
01:15:30  Final points and love for discovery in the Shastras
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00:18:50 The inspiration and role of Dogs in Vedas and Itihasas, all three of us love dogs and have dogs
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00:29:20 Bengali culture and translating of the Mahabharata
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00:41:30 Why is Indian society not very familiar with lifeblood of Hinduism, the Puranas
00:44:50 Story of Rama and the dog in the Ramayana
00:49:15  The Many Gitas of the Mahabharata and Puranas 
00:57:15 What role do the Mahabharata and Puranas play in today in modern governance 
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00:18:50 The inspiration and role of Dogs in Vedas and Itihasas, all three of us love dogs and have dogs
00:22:00 Mahabharata and Puranas translation process and inspirations, what is your methodology of translations
00:29:20 Bengali culture and translating of the Mahabharata
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	<title>Narrative and the Puranas: A Conversation with Prof. Raj Balkaran</title>
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00:01:10 Introduction to Professor Balkaran and his background, unique journey into Hinduism and academia
00:20:00 The experience of being Hindu and Brown in the West 
00:23:30 The difficultly of defining and teaching Hinduism, A profound diversity and ecosystem
00:34:30 The tapestry of the Shastras, in particular the Mahabharata and the Ramayana, and the nature of violence
00:45:50 The paradox of Dharma, the Dharmic double helix 
00:55:40 Narrative and Framing of Shastras, particularly the Puranas 
01:00:30 Prof. Balkaran’s spiritual journey
01:12:30 Academia and the Shastras
01:19:00 Discussion on the Devi Mahatmya and the ring narrative
01:30:10 What is Markendaya’s role in the Puranas and Privritti and Nivritti Dharma
01:31:35 The importance of the Azhwars and how the pasurams become the Divya Prabandam
01:41:40 What role do the King and Merchant have in the Devi Mahatmya
01:48:50 Karma, Vasanas, Moksha and living in the world
01:54:40 Back and forth discussion on Free Will vs Karma 
02:10:40 The Narrative power of the Shastras
02:16:10 Prof. Balkaran’s upcoming works and courses along with online education
02:21:00 Prof. Balkaran’s closing thoughts 
02:23:10 Why the podcast is called Meru Media
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00:01:10 Introduction to Professor Balkaran and his background, unique journey into Hinduism and academia
00:20:00 The experience of being Hindu and Brown in the West 
00:23:30 The difficultly of defining and teaching Hinduism, A profound diversity and ecosystem
00:34:30 The tapestry of the Shastras, in particular the Mahabharata and the Ramayana, and the nature of violence
00:45:50 The paradox of Dharma, the Dharmic double helix 
00:55:40 Narrative and Framing of Shastras, particularly the Puranas 
01:00:30 Prof. Balkaran’s spiritual journey
01:12:30 Academia and the Shastras
01:19:00 Discussion on the Devi Mahatmya and the ring narrative
01:30:10 What is Markendaya’s role in the Puranas and Privritti and Nivritti Dharma
01:31:35 The importance of the Azhwars and how the pasurams become the Divya Prabandam
01:41:40 What role do the King and Merchant have in the Devi Mahatmya
01:48:50 Karma, Vasanas, Moksha and living in the world
01:54:40 Back and forth discussion on Free Will vs Karma 
02:10:40 The Narrative power of the Shastras
02:16:10 Prof. Balkaran’s upcoming works and courses along with online education
02:21:00 Prof. Balkaran’s closing thoughts 
02:23:10 Why the podcast is called Meru Media
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00:01:10 Introduction to Professor Balkaran and his background, unique journey into Hinduism and academia
00:20:00 The experience of being Hindu and Brown in the West 
00:23:30 The difficultly of defining and teaching Hinduism, A profound diversity and ecosystem
00:34:30 The tapestry of the Shastras, in particular the Mahabharata and the Ramayana, and the nature of violence
00:45:50 The paradox of Dharma, the Dharmic double helix 
00:55:40 Narrative and Framing of Shastras, particularly the Puranas 
01:00:30 Prof. Balkaran’s spiritual journey
01:12:30 Academia and the Shastras
01:19:00 Discussion on the Devi Mahatmya and the ring narrative
01:30:10 What is Markendaya’s role in the Puranas and Privritti and Nivritti Dharma
01:31:35 The importance of the Azhwars and how the pasurams become the Divya Prabandam
01:41:40 What role do the King and Merchant have in the Devi Mahatmya
01:48:50 Karma, Vasanas, Moksha and living in the world
01:54:40 Back and forth discussion on Free Will vs Karma 
02:10:40 The Narrative power of the Shastras
02:16:10 Prof. Balkaran’s upcoming works and courses along with online education
02:21:00 Prof. Balkaran’s closing thoughts 
02:23:10 Why the podcast is called Meru Media]]></itunes:summary>
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00:01:10 Introduction to Professor Balkaran and his background, unique journey into Hinduism and academia
00:20:00 The experience of being Hindu and Brown in the West 
00:23:30 The difficultly of defining and teaching Hinduism, A profound diversity and ecosystem
00:34:30 The tapestry of the Shastras, in particular the Mahabharata and the Ramayana, and the nature of violence
00:45:50 The paradox of Dharma, the Dharmic double helix 
00:55:40 Narrative and Framing of Shastras, particularly the Puranas 
01:00:30 Prof. Balkaran’s spiritual journey
01:12:30 Academia and the Shastras
01:19:00 Discussion on the Devi Mahatmya and the ring narrative
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	<title>Tamil Poetry and the Azhwars: A Conversation with Prof. Archana Venkatesan</title>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2021 02:42:15 +0000</pubDate>
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	<title>Tantra and Abhinavagupta: A Conversation with Professor Sthaneshwar Timalsina (audio podcast version)</title>
	<link>https://meru.media/podcast/tantra-and-abhinavagupta-a-conversation-with-professor-sthaneshwar-timalsina-audio-podcast-version/</link>
	<pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2020 20:50:16 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Join Mukunda as he speaks to Professor Sthaneshwar Timalsina, Professor of Religious Studies at San Diego State University.   He is also a qualified Acharya and has been trained in Sanskrit and Shastras since he was a child.  He is an expert on Tantra and Abhinavagupta, a 10th century polymath genius who worked on philosophy, drama, math, music, aesthetics, and other areas.   Acharya Sthaneshwar is also Founder of the Vimarsha Foundation, a 501c(3) non-profit that engages in expounding and maintaining the Kashmiri Shaivism tradition.  ]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Join Mukunda as he speaks to Professor Sthaneshwar Timalsina, Professor of Religious Studies at San Diego State University.   He is also a qualified Acharya and has been trained in Sanskrit and Shastras since he was a child.  He is an expert on Tantra an]]></itunes:subtitle>
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	<title>Sri Vaishnava Dharma, Modernity and an Upanyasaka: A Conversation with Dushyanth Sridhar</title>
	<link>https://meru.media/podcast/sri-vaishnava-dharma-modernity-and-an-upanyasaka-a-conversation-with-dushyanth-sridhar/</link>
	<pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2020 17:17:06 +0000</pubDate>
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	<title>Hinduism, Jainism and Academia: Conversation with Prof. Lavanya Vemsani</title>
	<link>https://meru.media/podcast/hinduism-jainism-and-academia-conversation-with-prof-lavanya-vemsani/</link>
	<pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2020 20:31:22 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Join Mukunda as he speaks to Professor Lavanya Vemsani, Professor of Religious Studies and History at Shawnee State University in Ohio. She holds 2 Phd.s, one in History and the other in Religious Studies. She is also the Editor in Chief of the American Journal of Indic Studies. She has written extensively on comparative iconology, history, legends, and ideas between Hindu and Jaina thought, especially related to Krishna and Balarama in Jaina and Hindu thought. In this episode, we discuss a host of topics including:
0:01:30 Introduction to Prof. Vemsani and her background
0:05:40 Deep History and Continuity of Indian archeological sites and temple locations
0:16:00 Krishna and Balarama in the Hindu and Jaina contexts
0:18:20 Analysis of Balarama in Jaina traditions (Explanation of the Vasudeva, Baladeva, and Prati Vasudeva in Jaina Cosmology)
0:25:30 Historic Relationship and Interaction between Hindus and Jains
0:28:15 Return to Discussion on Balarama in Hindu vs. Jaina traditions
0:34:00 Narasimha and his connection sacred geography and cosmology, the Lord of the Middle
0:43:00 Integration and Pluralism of Hinduism and the practices
0:45:45 Academia, Colonialism and Hindu Studies: Built-in Western Bias and Lens
1:03:15 Aryan Invasion/Migration Theory and how it impacts everything about Indian studies, politics, and culture
1:05:05 Caste and how it is different from Varna and how it changed over time in Hindu society prior to British and even prior to 10th century
1:08:20 The flaws and discussion of the Aryan Invasion/Migration Theory (Genetic, Linguistic and Material Archeological issues)
1:31:35 How to approach providing controversial topics in school and education
1:35:30 Prof. Vemsani's upcoming work and preliminary discussion of Heroines of the Mahabharata]]></description>
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0:01:30 Introduction to Prof. Vemsani and her background
0:05:40 Deep History and Continuity of Indian archeological sites and temple locations
0:16:00 Krishna and Balarama in the Hindu and Jaina contexts
0:18:20 Analysis of Balarama in Jaina traditions (Explanation of the Vasudeva, Baladeva, and Prati Vasudeva in Jaina Cosmology)
0:25:30 Historic Relationship and Interaction between Hindus and Jains
0:28:15 Return to Discussion on Balarama in Hindu vs. Jaina traditions
0:34:00 Narasimha and his connection sacred geography and cosmology, the Lord of the Middle
0:43:00 Integration and Pluralism of Hinduism and the practices
0:45:45 Academia, Colonialism and Hindu Studies: Built-in Western Bias and Lens
1:03:15 Aryan Invasion/Migration Theory and how it impacts everything about Indian studies, politics, and culture
1:05:05 Caste and how it is different from Varna and how it changed over time in Hindu society prior to British and even prior to 10th century
1:08:20 The flaws and discussion of the Aryan Invasion/Migration Theory (Genetic, Linguistic and Material Archeological issues)
1:31:35 How to approach providing controversial topics in school and education
1:35:30 Prof. Vemsani's upcoming work and preliminary discussion of Heroines of the Mahabharata]]></content:encoded>
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0:01:30 Introduction to Prof. Vemsani and her background
0:05:40 Deep History and Continuity of Indian archeological sites and temple locations
0:16:00 Krishna and Balarama in the Hindu and Jaina contexts
0:18:20 Analysis of Balarama in Jaina traditions (Explanation of the Vasudeva, Baladeva, and Prati Vasudeva in Jaina Cosmology)
0:25:30 Historic Relationship and Interaction between Hindus and Jains
0:28:15 Return to Discussion on Balarama in Hindu vs. Jaina traditions
0:34:00 Narasimha and his connection sacred geography and cosmology, the Lord of the Middle
0:43:00 Integration and Pluralism of Hinduism and the practices
0:45:45 Academia, Colonialism and Hindu Studies: Built-in Western Bias and Lens
1:03:15 Aryan Invasion/Migration Theory and how it impacts everything about Indian studies, politics, and culture
1:05:05 Caste and how it is different from Varna and how it changed over time in Hindu society prior to British and even prior to 10th century
1:08:20 The flaws and discussion of the Aryan Invasion/Migration Theory (Genetic, Linguistic and Material Archeological issues)
1:31:35 How to approach providing controversial topics in school and education
1:35:30 Prof. Vemsani's upcoming work and preliminary discussion of Heroines of the Mahabharata]]></itunes:summary>
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0:01:30 Introduction to Prof. Vemsani and her background
0:05:40 Deep History and Continuity of Indian archeological sites and temple locations
0:16:00 Krishna and Balarama in the Hindu and Jaina contexts
0:18:20 Analysis of Balarama in Jaina traditions (Explanation of the Vasudeva, Baladeva, and Prati Vasudeva in Jaina Cosmology)
0:25:30 Historic Relationship and Interaction between Hindus and Jains
0:28:15 Return to Discussion on Balarama in Hindu vs. Jaina traditions
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	<title>Hinduism, Feminism and Society: Conversation with Neha Srivastava, Founder/President of Shaktitva</title>
	<link>https://meru.media/podcast/hinduism-feminism-and-society-conversation-with-neha-srivastava-founder-president-of-shaktitva/</link>
	<pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2020 17:22:07 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Join Mukunda as he speaks to Neha Srivastava, Founder and President of Shaktitva Foundation. Neha and Shaktitva are focused on feminism, feminity, women's issues, advocacy, and Hindu issues. In this episode, we discuss a host of topics including:
0:01:20 Introduction to Neha and her background
0:04:20 Overview of the Sabarimalai Issue
0:12:40 Women and Sabarimalai
0:18:00 Formation of Shaktitva
0:24:45 Discussion on the Nature of Hindu Temples and Government Control
0:32:20 Discussion on Shakti, Rama and understanding texts
0:37:00 Discussion of Shakti, Femininity and Gender
0:43:20 Samkhya Philosophy, Shakta Tradition and thinking on Gender
0:47:15 Hindu Understanding of Feminism
0:54:30 Attacks on Hindu Subaltern Practices and Traditions
1:18:00 History of Feminism and Difference between Western and Indian feminism
1:30:14 Village Women and Financial Literacy
1:41:40 Issues in Indian Non-Profit Law and Hinduism
1:49:20 Modern vs Traditional responses to Woman’s Health Issues specifically Menstruation
1:58:40 Dalit Scholars and Hindutva, the lack of free speech platforms
2:01:45 Concluding Thoughts and Upcoming Projects]]></description>
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0:01:20 Introduction to Neha and her background
0:04:20 Overview of the Sabarimalai Issue
0:12:40 Women and Sabarimalai
0:18:00 Formation of Shaktitva
0:24:45 Discussion on the Nature of Hindu Temples and Government Control
0:32:20 Discussion on Shakti, Rama and understanding texts
0:37:00 Discussion of Shakti, Femininity and Gender
0:43:20 Samkhya Philosophy, Shakta Tradition and thinking on Gender
0:47:15 Hindu Understanding of Feminism
0:54:30 Attacks on Hindu Subaltern Practices and Traditions
1:18:00 History of Feminism and Difference between Western and Indian feminism
1:30:14 Village Women and Financial Literacy
1:41:40 Issues in Indian Non-Profit Law and Hinduism
1:49:20 Modern vs Traditional responses to Woman’s Health Issues specifically Menstruation
1:58:40 Dalit Scholars and Hindutva, the lack of free speech platforms
2:01:45 Concluding Thoughts and Upcoming Projects]]></content:encoded>
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0:04:20 Overview of the Sabarimalai Issue
0:12:40 Women and Sabarimalai
0:18:00 Formation of Shaktitva
0:24:45 Discussion on the Nature of Hindu Temples and Government Control
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1:41:40 Issues in Indian Non-Profit Law and Hinduism
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0:01:20 Introduction to Neha and her background
0:04:20 Overview of the Sabarimalai Issue
0:12:40 Women and Sabarimalai
0:18:00 Formation of Shaktitva
0:24:45 Discussion on the Nature of Hindu Temples and Government Control
0:32:20 Discussion on Shakti, Rama and understanding texts
0:37:00 Discussion of Shakti, Femininity and Gender
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1 min 20 seconds: Introduction and Background of Professor Guru Prakash
6 min 55 seconds: Civil Rights of African Americans and the comparison with Dalit movement in India
10 min: Diversity within the Dalit Jati or Community
16 min 40 sec: Complexity in Understanding Caste
23 min 20 sec: Interaction and Issues between Jati or Castes vis-à-vis Education and Careers
31 min 14 min: Differences between Scheduled Castes, Other Backward Castes and Scheduled Tribes
39 min: Hinduism, Hindutva, Ambedkar and Dalits
51 min 50 sec: The problem with the Dalit-Muslim-Marxist alliance
1 hour 7 min: Addressing the Dalit Cause in Society
1 hour 16 min 50 sec: Christian Missionary Activity Impact on Dalit communities
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1 min 20 seconds: Introduction and Background of Professor Guru Prakash
6 min 55 seconds: Civil Rights of African Americans and the comparison with Dalit movement in India
10 min: Diversity within the Dalit Jati or Community
16 min 40 sec: Complexity in Understanding Caste
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51 min 50 sec: The problem with the Dalit-Muslim-Marxist alliance
1 hour 7 min: Addressing the Dalit Cause in Society
1 hour 16 min 50 sec: Christian Missionary Activity Impact on Dalit communities
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1 min 20 seconds: Introduction and Background of Professor Guru Prakash
6 min 55 seconds: Civil Rights of African Americans and the comparison with Dalit movement in India
10 min: Diversity within the Dalit Jati or Community
16 min 40 sec: Complexity in Understanding Caste
23 min 20 sec: Interaction and Issues between Jati or Castes vis-à-vis Education and Careers
31 min 14 min: Differences between Scheduled Castes, Other Backward Castes and Scheduled Tribes
39 min: Hinduism, Hindutva, Ambedkar and Dalits
51 min 50 sec: The problem with the Dalit-Muslim-Marxist alliance
1 hour 7 min: Addressing the Dalit Cause in Society
1 hour 16 min 50 sec: Christian Missionary Activity Impact on Dalit communities
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1 min 20 seconds: Introduction and Background of Professor Guru Prakash
6 min 55 seconds: Civil Rights of African Americans and the comparison with Dalit movement in India
10 min: Diversity within the Dalit Jati or Community
16 min 40 sec: Complexity in Understanding Caste
23 min 20 sec: Interaction and Issues between Jati or Castes vis-à-vis Education and Careers
31 min 14 min: Differences between Scheduled Castes, Other Backward Castes and Scheduled Tribes
39 min: Hinduism, Hindutva, Ambedkar and Dalits
51 min 50 sec: The problem with the Dalit-Muslim-Marxist alliance
1 hour 7 min: Addressing the Dalit Cause in Society
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	<title>Hinduism and Society: Conversation with Indu Viswanathan and Parth Parihar</title>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2020 18:41:46 +0000</pubDate>
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	<title>Conversation with Brahmachari Vrajavihari Sharan, Director for Hindu Life at Georgetown University</title>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2020 18:51:52 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Join Mukunda as he speaks to Brahmachari Vrajavihari Sharan, Director for Hindu Life at Georgetown University and Adjunct Professor of Theology and Linguistics.  In this episode, we talk about the West Indian Hindu experience, Nimbarkacharya (a philosopher, Vedantin and Guru of the Kumara Sampradaya) and his philosophy, the nature of Radha and Krishna, Varna, Jati and Caste in the ascetic life, Dharma, the experience of Hinduism in the diaspora and other topics.  Join us for another dive into the ocean that is Hindu Thought.   

You can find Brahmachari Vrajavihari Sharan at:
https://berkleycenter.georgetown.edu/people/vrajvihari-sharan
Twitter: @brvsharan

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You can find Brahmachari Vrajavihari Sharan at:
https://berkleycenter.georgetown.edu/people/vrajvihari-sharan
Twitter: @brvsharan

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You can find Brahmachari Vrajavihari Sharan at:
https://berkleycenter.georgetown.edu/people/vrajvihari-sharan
Twitter: @brvsharan

Meru Media
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You can find Brahmachari Vrajavihari Sharan at:
https://berkleycenter.georgetown.edu/people/vrajvihari-sharan
Twitter: @brvsharan

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	<title>Polytheism: A discussion with Dr. Edward Butler</title>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2020 18:07:34 +0000</pubDate>
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You can find Dr. Edward Butler at:
https://henadology.wordpress.com/
Twitter: @epbutler
Purchase his books at:
https://www.lulu.com/search/?adult_audience_rating=00&contributor=Edward+Butler

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You can find Dr. Edward Butler at:
https://henadology.wordpress.com/
Twitter: @epbutler
Purchase his books at:
https://www.lulu.com/search/?adult_audience_rating=00&contributor=Edward+Butler

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Twitter: @epbutler
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You can find Dr. Edward Butler at:
https://henadology.wordpress.com/
Twitter: @epbutler
Purchase his books at:
https://www.lulu.com/search/?adult_audience_rating=00&contributor=Edward+Butler

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	<description><![CDATA[Join Mukunda as he speaks to Professor Stephen Phillips of the University of Texas at Austin.  Professor Phillips is an academic in Philosophy with a wide area of expertise in the Indian/Hindu Philosophical systems particularly Nyaya, Vedanta, and Yoga.  In this dialogue, we discuss Prof. Phillips journey into Hindu thought, his experiences living in India, learning Sanskrit, studying Indian Philosophy directly from indigenous experts, the concept of Pramanas, the idea of soul-making, Yoga and other topics.  It was an honor and pleasure to be able to have this conversation.  

You can find Prof. Stephen Phillips at https://liberalarts.utexas.edu/philosophy/faculty/shp9
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You can find Prof. Stephen Phillips at https://liberalarts.utexas.edu/philosophy/faculty/shp9
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You can find Prof. Stephen Phillips at https://liberalarts.utexas.edu/philosophy/faculty/shp9
and you can buy his books at: https://www.amazon.com/Stephen-H.-Phillips/e/B001JRYN56/ref=ntt_dp_epwbk_0

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You can find Prof. Stephen Phillips at https://liberalarts.utexas.edu/philosophy/faculty/shp9
and you can buy his books at: https://www.amazon.com/Stephen-H.-Phillips/e/B001JRYN56/ref=ntt_dp_epwbk_0

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	<title>Sikhism: Conversation with Jodh Singh on the History, Ideas, and Practices of Sikhi Dharm</title>
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	<title>Conversation and Interview with Gopi Shankar Madurai, Founder of Srishti Madurai and LGBTQIA Hindu Activist</title>
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	<title>A Conversation with Prof. Nicholas Sutton</title>
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You can check out Prof. Sutton's lectures and talks at: https://www.youtube.com/user/HinduStudies
and you can get his books at:
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=nicholas+sutton&i=stripbooks&ref=nb_sb_noss_1

https://ochs.org.uk/people/dr-nicholas-sutton

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and you can get his books at:
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=nicholas+sutton&i=stripbooks&ref=nb_sb_noss_1

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and you can get his books at:
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=nicholas+sutton&i=stripbooks&ref=nb_sb_noss_1

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and you can get his books at:
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=nicholas+sutton&i=stripbooks&ref=nb_sb_noss_1

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	<title>Meru Manthan Series: Judaism and Hinduism           A Discussion with Rabbi Alan Brill</title>
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	<title>After Midnight Musing with Raghu: Music, Sports, and Mahabharata</title>
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	<title>Episode 3: Framework for Understanding Indic Reality</title>
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