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Episode 14 | S2E1: The Divine Meeting of Shantanu and Ganga 3:29

7h ago3:29

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In this opening episode of Season 2: Ancestry of the Kurus, we witness the fateful encounter between King Shantanu and the river goddess Ganga—a pivotal moment that ignites the grand saga of the Kuru dynasty. Drawn from the Mahabharata’s Adi Parva, this account reveals both the allure and the mystery surrounding their union, laying the groundwork f…

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NYMM 23: The Brother- Husbands are Back: Featuring Duryhodana, Dritarashtra and the Pandavas 1:10:25

4d ago1:10:25

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We are back to following the story of the Pandavas! After our stint with Krishna, we are pleased to welcome our friend Rachael Gaetz to recap the Pandavas adventures through the eyes of King Dritarashtra. Dritarashtra, Duryhodana and Karna are not happy to discover that the Pandavas are still alive and less pleased about their marriage to Draupadi.…

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Episode 13 | S2E0: Charting Our Grand Roadmap – An Overview of Season 2 3:42

8h ago3:42

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In this special installment of Mahabharata Moments, we take a step back from our usual storytelling to present an overview of the detailed plan for Season 2. From Shantanu and Ganga’s fateful union to Bhishma’s vow, Satyavati’s rise, and the early childhood of Pandavas and Kauravas, this episode outlines the arcs, subcategories, and episode cluster…

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Episode 12 | S2E0: A New Chapter – Unveiling the Grand Plan for Mahabharata Moments 3:25

9h ago3:25

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Welcome to Season 2 of Mahabharata Moments! In this special opening episode, we pause our usual storytelling to reveal an ambitious blueprint for the next 1,000 episodes. Learn how we’ll journey through 10 seasons (plus bonus chapters) and delve deeper into the epic’s rich tapestry—covering everything from the earliest origins of the Kuru dynasty t…

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Episode 11 | S1E11: Wrapping Up the Beginning – Our Mahabharata Journey So Far 3:25

10h ago3:25

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In this Season 1 finale of Mahabharata Moments, we look back at the tapestry of early tales we’ve woven—highlighting how each short story, drawn from the Mahabharata’s foundational texts, unveils timeless lessons of courage, devotion, and integrity. From Krishna’s clever strategies to Bhima’s feats and Yudhishthira’s unshakable honesty, we revisit …

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Sahadeva’s Silent Prophecy: A Glimpse into the Mahabharata’s Future 3:37

1d ago3:37

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In Episode 10 of Mahabharata Moments, we shift our focus to the youngest Pandava—Sahadeva—renowned for his astrological insight and prophetic abilities. Discover how Sahadeva, bound by silence and destiny, catches a fleeting vision of events yet to unfold in the grand saga. Join us for a captivating 5-minute episode that highlights Sahadeva’s hidde…

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Nakula’s Daring Crossing: A Hidden Tale of Bravery in the Mahabharata 3:27

2d ago3:27

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In Episode 9 of Mahabharata Moments, we uncover a lesser-known story featuring Nakula, the fourth Pandava, whose resourcefulness and devotion lead him across a perilous terrain to retrieve vital supplies. This early test of courage and loyalty highlights Nakula’s willingness to risk his life in service of others—an aspect often overshadowed by more…

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Nakula’s Natural Gift with Horses: The Stable Keeper’s Prodigy in the Mahabharata 3:09

3d ago3:09

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In Episode 8 of Mahabharata Moments, we turn our attention to Nakula, the fourth Pandava known for his remarkable skill with horses. Delve into a lesser-known story that highlights Nakula’s empathy and talent as he learns to care for the royal stables—an early sign of his dedication and sense of responsibility. Join us for a unique glimpse into how…

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Arjuna’s Crocodile Rescue: A Rarely Told Adventure from the Mahabharata 2:56

4d ago2:56

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In Episode 7 of Mahabharata Moments, we explore a lesser-known tale from Arjuna’s early days—a daring rescue that showcases not just his archery skills, but also his compassion and quick thinking. Taken from lesser-cited folk narratives alongside the broader Mahabharata tradition, this story reveals the depth of Arjuna’s character well before his m…

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Arjuna’s Nighttime Archery Practice: A Lesson in Devotion from the Mahabharata 2:37

5d ago2:37

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In Episode 6 of Mahabharata Moments, we shine a light on a formative event in young Arjuna’s life—his unwavering commitment to mastery, even under the cover of night. Discover how a simple observation about dining in the dark inspired him to perfect the art of archery, earning him Dronacharya’s praise and setting the stage for future feats. Join us…

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Bhima and Bakasura: A Tale of Unyielding Courage from the Mahabharata 3:41

6d ago3:41

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In Episode 5 of Mahabharata Moments, discover how Bhima, the mighty second Pandava, confronts the fearsome demon Bakasura and liberates the townspeople of Ekachakra from a dreadful fate. Drawn from the Mahabharata’s Adi Parva, this riveting story highlights Bhima’s unwavering determination and compassionate heart, revealing how true strength lies i…

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Bhima’s Poisoned Feast: A Childhood Trial in the Mahabharata 3:12

7d ago3:12

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In this fourth episode of Mahabharata Moments, author A.P. delves into the darker schemes at play in the Kuru household. Discover how Bhima, still a young prince, narrowly survives a deadly plot orchestrated by those who fear his strength. Drawn from the Mahabharata’s Adi Parva, this story shines a light on Bhima’s resilience and the hidden allianc…

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Yudhishthira’s Dice Lesson in Childhood: A Fateful Glimpse of the Mahabharata 3:56

8d ago3:56

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In this third episode of Mahabharata Moments, author A.P. uncovers a lesser-known event from Yudhishthira’s formative years—a simple game of dice that foreshadows his legendary battle with fate. Discover how this early fascination sowed the seeds of one of the most pivotal moments in the Mahabharata. Join us for a concise yet insightful narrative t…

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Yudhishthira’s Test of Honesty: A Childhood Lesson from the Mahabharata 3:41

9d ago3:41

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In this second episode of Mahabharata Moments, author A.P. takes us back to Yudhishthira’s formative years, revealing how a simple but powerful test of honesty shaped him into the noble leader we admire today. Join us for a short, engaging narrative drawn from the Mahabharata’s Adi Parva and explore how the power of truth can guide us, even in the …

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How Krishna’s Strategy Defeated Jarasandha: A Timeless Mahabharata Tale 3:43

10d ago3:43

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Join us in this captivating episode of Mahabharata Moments to discover how Lord Krishna’s brilliant mind played a pivotal role in defeating the mighty King Jarasandha. Drawing from India’s timeless epic, the Mahabharata, this short story illustrates why intelligence can outweigh brute strength. Learn how Krishna guided Bhima in a grueling duel, ult…

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NYMM 22: Wives, Demons, Devas and Deaths, in no particular order: Krishna Chronicles 6 1:28:16

18d ago1:28:16

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For our final episode of the Krishna Chronicles we entertain musician Steven Zubich. We've come to the end of this lovely tangent, yet the finale holds all the drama. Satish presents the stories of how Krishna gets his many wives, (and we mean MANY wives) not all of whom get along. We hear how Krishna defeats foes whom even he can't kill, and how h…

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NYMM 21: Parashuram and the otherworldly travels of young Krishna: Krishna Chronicles 5 1:21:28

1M ago1:21:28

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For our penultimate episode of the Krishna Chronicles we are thrilled to welcome Didi Koka, who comes to us with a little more familiarity with the Dark One which makes for some deeper conversations. Satish tells the origin story of Parashuram, the founder of all martial arts who has already appeared numerous times in our podcast. Krishna in this e…

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Mahabharata episode 76: Vanaprastha and the End of the Yadavas 23:42

1M ago23:42

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Dhritarashtra, Gandhari, Kunti and Vidur decide to leave the palace and spend the rest of their lives in the forest. Cursed by the sages, the Yadavas, Vrishnis and the Andhakas are destroyed by infighting. Balarama and Krishna dies and Dwarka gets submerged by the sea. Find us on: Twitter: @MahabharatAudio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mahabha…

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NYMM 20: A Boar, a Lionman, and a Dwarf walk into a story. Krishna Chronicles 4.5 49:52

2M ago49:52

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We continue our Krishna Chronicles with Jenny McDougal by telling her about three more avatars of Vishnu. Jenny and Azure try to guess the only animal form that can take on the first invincible demon. We imagine the monstrous form Vishnu takes to deal with the second demon, and Satish tells the more pleasant story of the third invincible demon who …

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84: When Krishna Met Gandhari - A Moment of Destiny 29:59

2M ago29:59

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In the haunting aftermath of the Kurukshetra war, Krishna visits Gandhari, the grieving mother of a hundred fallen sons. 😔Consumed by anguish and sorrow, Gandhari confronts Krishna with piercing words, holding him accountable for the carnage. In this emotionally charged encounter, she utters a powerful curse that seals the fate of Krishna and the Y…

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NYMM 19: Krishna returns to Mathura: Krishna Chronicles 4 44:42

2M ago44:42

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Jenny McDougal joins us for part 4 of the Krishna Chronicles. Krishn'a destiny to deal with his tyrannical uncle Kamsa comes a calling. We tell the story of Krishna and Balarama leaving their old cow herding life behind to return to the nation of his birth, all while Jenny asks the most insightful questions. Support the podcast and join the NYMM co…

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Mahabharata Episode 1 by Vishnu Vaka 20:05

2M ago20:05

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Episode 1 covers from the beginning of the story till the birth of Chitrangada and VichitraveryaAv Vishnu Vaka

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Mahabharata Episode 0 by Vishnu Vaka 6:08

2M ago6:08

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Mahabharata narrated by Vishnu Vaka. First episode, this episode covers from the beginning of the story till Bishma takes the oath of celibacy .Av Vishnu Vaka

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NYMM 18: Tales of Teenage Krishna: Krishna Chronicles 3 1:10:21

2M ago1:10:21

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We continue with our Krishna Chronicles, this time with Amy Wielunksi. Krishna is now old enough to be cowherds and do their part for their beloved village. Krishna continues to safeguard his village from demon after demon, with some help from his thunder thighs brother, Balarama. He then, in quite astounding ways defies a couple of the other gods.…

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NYMM 17: The Invincible Baby: Krishna Chronicles 2 1:10:16

3M ago1:10:16

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We welcome our good friend Kale Lepak to tell Krishna baby stories. Krishna baby deals with demon, after demon, after demon,- with each one being vastly different from the others. We tell the story of 2 of Vishu's different avatars/forms in Hindu Mythology- Kurma the turtle and Matsya the Fish- and we can't help but notice the parallels to Jesus Ch…

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Mahabharata Episode 75: Yudhishthira, The King of Hastinapur 17:43

3M ago17:43

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On Vyasa’s advice Yudhistir decides to perform the Aswamedha Yagna or the horse sacrifice. In the meantime, Uttara gives birth to a still born baby. Krishna revives the child and names him Parikshit. Arjun then follows the horse with his army and wins the confidence of all the kingdoms the horse passes through. The only challenge he had to face was…

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NYMM 16: The Dark One's Lineage: Krishna Chronicles 1 1:09:49

3M ago1:09:49

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Satish decides that before continuing forward, we should venture back to explore the origin of the enigmatic lord Krishna. Drew Kellum Johnson joins us to discover the origin of the Yadavas. Starting off with two besties who have a falling out after wearing each other's clothes, followed by a king cursed with old age unless he can convince one of h…

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Betrayed by His Own - The Story of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj || Marathi || 27:23

5M ago27:23

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In this gripping episode, we unravel one of the most tragic tales in Maratha history—the betrayal of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. 🏹 The story unfolds on the fateful night at Sangameshwar, where Sambhaji Maharaj, unaware of the Mughal forces closing in, was caught in a web of deception woven by none other than his own family. 💔 Ganoji Shirke, Sambh…

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297 శ్రీ కృష్ణ పరమాత్మ కౌరవసభలో మాట్లాడుట 24:09

5M ago24:09

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297 శ్రీ కృష్ణ పరమాత్మ కౌరవసభలో మాట్లాడుట

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NYMM 15: The Fire Born Woman Burning Every Man's Loins. Featuring Draupadi, Kunti, and the Pandavas. 1:08:54

5M ago1:08:54

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Today we were happy to have two guests with us! Mystery author Mindy Mejia and our other good friend, clay artist and yoga teacher Jenna Jo Bodling! Satish really wanted an extra lady at the podcast table to introduce everyone to Draupadi, the dark skinned beauty that every king, prince, warrior and teenage boy wants for themselves - How will the p…

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83: Pandav Shocked: Karna Was a Kauntey! | MARATHI | 25:56

6M ago25:56

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In the 83rd episode of Mahabharat, "Pandav Shocked: Karna was a Kauntey," we uncover a surprising twist. Narrated by Uddhav, this episode reveals that Karna, a key enemy in the Kurukshetra battle, was actually the Pandavas' older brother. As the Pandavas perform rituals for the dead, they are stunned by this revelation. The episode highlights their…

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NYMM 14: Demons, Demons, Demons. Featuring Bheem, Hidimba, Ghatotkacha and Baka. 1:18:47

6M ago1:18:47

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Today we welcome our dear friend Andy Blissenbach and tell him all about Bheem's killing, mating, and fathering of demons- It's a wild ride! Satish comes in making parallels between Andy and Bheema - He is particularly happy to introduce him to the powerhouse Pandava, Azure and Andy set each other off on the literal naming of characters in the epic…

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82: The Darkest Night of Kurukshetra || MARATHI || 25:42

6M ago25:42

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In the 82nd episode, witness the chilling aftermath of the epic Kurukshetra war. The night turns darkest as Ashwatthama, consumed by vengeance, takes command of the Kaurava army. This episode delves deep into Ashwatthama's ruthless quest for revenge, where he brutally slays the sons of the Pandavas and Drishtadyumna. The battlefield sees unpreceden…

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Mahabharata Episode 74: The Mourning 22:08

6M ago22:08

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The Pandavas visit the grieving King Dhritarashtra and queen Gandhari. Krishna saves Bheem from being crushed by Dhritarashtra. Gandhari curses Krishna for his role in destroying the Kuru family. Kunti reveals the true identity of Karna to her sons who mourn the death of their brother. Yudhistir ascends the throne of Hastinapur, but doesn't find an…

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81: The End of Yuvraj Duryodhan || युवराज दुर्योधनाचा अंत 32:18

6M ago32:18

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In this episode, witness the final day of the Kurukshetra war. After Karna's death, the battle continues for one more day, leading to the epic showdown between the Pandavas and Duryodhan. This episode captures the dramatic fall of Duryodhan and the ultimate victory of the Pandavas. Join us for this thrilling conclusion, marking the end of an era an…

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NYMM 13: The Roof, the Walls, the Floor- It's all on fire! Featuring the House of Lac. 1:01:15

6M ago1:01:15

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Today we welcome our new friend Lindsay Shimizu and tell her the infamous story of the house of lac - the story that creates the first great divide between the Kauravas and the Pandavas. References to game of thrones, modern politics, and other geekdoms galore as we laugh through an otherwise pretty horrific murder plot. 😬 Azure and Lindsay wonder …

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NYMM 12: A Couple Queer Origins. Featuring Chandra, Budh and Urvasi. 51:28

7M ago51:28

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Today we are excited to welcome our old friend Kari Kusek to the show. Kari and Azure are taken on a surprise trip back to some of the earliest Mahabharata stories that precede where we started on episode 1. We explore 3 (of the many) examples of queerness in Hindu Mythology. Also featuring the moon, some tree spirits, and suddenly having boobs. Wh…

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NYMM 11: ‘Why are Teenagers Warring with my Kingdom?’ Featuring the Pandavas and Drupada. 52:39

7M ago52:39

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Aaron Bodling joins us to hear the story of Drupada as he is attacked by the Kuru clan. Drupada is a good king who has ruled by the wisdom he has gained from his guru, so he has no idea why a bunch of teenagers are leading an army against him. Aaron and Azure love the flashback and different version of Drupada's daughter/son Shikhandi. Satish is th…

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NYMM 10: My Arrows are Bigger than Your Arrows. Featuring Arjuna and Karna. 1:27:06

8M ago1:27:06

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We welcome Shanan Custer to tell her the story of the exhibition. Drona wants to show off all he has taught his students, to bring unity to the Kuru clan and dazzle everyone with Arjuna's unparalleled skill. It doesn't go well. ☹️ Shannan expects the grudge match between Bheem and Duryhodana to be what ruins everything. Azure has specific questions…

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Mahabharata Episode 73: Aswathama's Revenge 22:55

8M ago22:55

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Aswathama takes his revenge by attacking the Pandava camp in the middle of the night and killing the five sons of Draupadi. He also kills Dhristyadumna to avenge his father's death. But his victory was short lived as the Pandavas chase him down and Krishna curses him to suffer a long and painful life. Find us on: Twitter: @MahabharatAudio Facebook:…

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NYMM 09: The Jungle Kid with Mad Skills. Featuring Drona and Ekalavya. 28:33

8M ago28:33

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For this episode we continue our adventure with Nick Mroczek by introducing him to Ekalavya, the forest kid with archery skills that inexplicably are better than Arjuna's. He claims Drona taught him, but what is the real truth? Nick is skeptical of Ekalavya's methods, and Azure is disgusted with Drona's actions to keep his promise to Arjuna. What d…

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NYMM 08: The Man Named "Bucket." Featuring Drona and Arjuna. 1:04:26

9M ago1:04:26

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For this episode we welcome Nick Mroczek and introduce him to the pivotal character, Drona. We also meet Kripa and Kripi. ALL of whom were born without mothers! Bizarre right?!?! Nick 'enjoys' all the splurging. Azure loves the name 'Bucket.' What do you think of Drona so far? Let us know in the comments section of the episode page. https://spjayar…

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NYMM 07: The Man With The Golden Chest. Featuring Karna and Parashuram. 1:21:47

9M ago1:21:47

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For this episode we welcome Mike Hallenbeck and tell him the origin story of Karna, one of the Mahabharata's leading characters. We first visit Karna in a previous incarnation and decide he was wearing a magical 'croissant' armor when fighting Nara and Narayana. We explore the caste system of the Mahabharat through Karna's inability to find a teach…

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NYMM 06: Murderous Cousins and Reptilian Ancestors. Featuring Bheem and Duryodhana 1:29:44

9M ago1:29:44

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For this episode we welcome childrens book author Peter Pearson and tell him of the Pandavas meeting the Kauravas, and the beginning of the deadly rivalry between Duryodhana and Bheema. We once again dive into the theories of celibacy and brain power, and question why the wives fight for who gets to join Pandu on the funeral pyre. Satish tells the …

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NYMM 05: The Five Godly Babies and the Butter Born Boys. Featuring Pandu, Kunti, and Gandhari. 1:08:40

10M ago1:08:40

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For this episode we welcome writer Evan Kingston and tell him the origin of the Pandavas and the Kauravas. Satish tells the story of his favorite half-celibate, half-sex-crazy couple, Evan is not into buying Vayu's impressiveness because of his own biases against wind, and Azure is proud of Madri's divine threesome. Which god or goddess would you l…

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Mahabharata Episode 72: Day Eighteen of The War 29:57

10M ago29:57

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On the 18th day of the war, Yudhistir kills Shalya, the newly appointed Kaurava chief and effectively ends the war. Duryodhan flees the battle field and hides in lake Dwaipayan. The Pandavas hunt him down and challenges Duryodhan to a one on one combat. Duryodhan picks Bheem as his opponent, and in an opportune moment Bheem strikes Duryodhan's thig…

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NYMM 04: Always Blink When Sexing a Sage. Featuring Satyavati, Vyasa, and Ghandari. 1:10:07

10M ago1:10:07

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Kate Shuknecht joins us to hear the tragic fate of Vichitravirya, and how Satyavati and Bheeshma argue on how to continue the bloodline. They discover a solution in Satyavati's secret son. Kate is sympathetic to kings and their responsibilities, and Azure, Kate, and Satish wishes Vyasa could have done something to mask his odor before sexy-time. Sa…

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NYMM 03: The Most Stubborn Man in the Universe. Featuring Bheeshma and Amba. 1:11:11

11M ago1:11:11

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For this episode we welcome Aaron Fiskrataz and tell him the story of Bheeshma sticking to his vow, even if it means the end of the world. We hear how the powerless princess Amba is as relentless in taking matters into her own hands and is prepared to spend 2 lifetimes to get her revenge. Aaron is not surprised by Bheeshma's 'stick-to-itness.' and …

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NYMM 02: The King, His River Queens and the Son Who Gives It All Up. Featuring Shantanu, Ganga, and Satyavati. 1:07:25

11M ago1:07:25

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For this episode we welcome musician Rhiannon Fiskradatz and tell her the story of the tortured King Shantanu who only manages to catch a single break because of his devoted demigod son. Rhiannon needs moments of silence after Ganga seemingly murders her own children, and yells in defense of Bheeshma keeping his heritage. How surprised were you to …

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NYMM 00: Season 1 trailer 1:01

11M ago1:01

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Welcome to the first season of Not Your Mother's Mahabharata! Each episode you will hear Satish P. Jayaraj casually tell stories from the epic Indian work, The Mahabharata to his wife Azure Anderson and a special guest. You, dear listener, are treated to their entertainingly honest first reactions. The conversational approach allows variations of t…

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