Tribal lifestyles, travel to hidden destinations & a lot of talk! A weekly podcast from the creators, travelers & social workers at Explore India TV & Jay Shakuntala Welfare Foundation of Chhattisgarh.
Chaye Pe Charcha | चाय पे चर्चा 7 - The Real Story of Sati & her Undying Love
Chaye Pe Charcha | चाय पे चर्चा 7 - In this very interesting episode, Astha rediscovers the real story of undying love, devotion & chastity in Sati. There is no book greater than life, and there is no dedication greater than love. For me love is the satvik element of life and the sat is not in the knowledge but in living life with love. This is the real story of Sati, which helps to understand devotion in her life through dedicated love and austerity. Her unconditional love described her from prostitution to the status of a goddess.
29 Dec 2021
Romantic Folklore - Lorik Chanda 4
Another popular & revered folk tales among the tribal communities of Chhattisgarh, are the series of short stories on Lorik & Chanda - this one about the romance, devotion & undying love between Lorik & Chanda where they are willing to take on the world for the sake of their love. The stories of Lorik & Chanda or Laur Chanda, still inspire a lot of people in the tribal regions of Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh & Maharashtra.
15 Dec 2021
Chaye Pe Charcha | चाय पे चर्चा 6 - Rediscovering folk singers of Chhattisgarh
Chaye Pe Charcha | चाय पे चर्चा 6 - In this very interesting episode, Astha rediscovers the folk singers in & around Balrampur in north Chhattisgarh. These are tribal youths who are devoted to the ethnic cultures of the community and making a desperate attempt to sustain folk songs from the region.
8 Dec 2021
Chaye Pe Charcha | चाय पे चर्चा 5 - Life, Love, Romance & Relationships
Chaye Pe Charcha | चाय पे चर्चा 5 - This episode takes a mild turn towards like, its experiences, love & romance. The complexities of our daily life influences people around us and affects love, romance & relationships. Beautifully anchored by Astha as she draws inspiration from literature & our poets to walk the difficult path of love, romance & relationships.
1 Dec 2021
Tribal Folklore - Story of the River Shivnath
In this fascinating folklore, Astha traces back the history and the tribal folk tales associated with the origin of the river in Chhattisgarh.
24 Nov 2021
Chaye Pe Charcha | चाय पे चर्चा 4 - Anthropologist Dr Astha in a radio interview
In this episode of Chaye Pe Charcha, Dr Astha interviews with radio jockey Ankita & discusses in details about her anthropological work with tribal communities of Chhattisgarh. Dr Astha walks through her challenges, the issues that researchers face and the general plight of the diverse ethnic population of the region.
17 Nov 2021
Chaye Pe Charcha | चाय पे चर्चा 3 - Story of Jay & his Guru
Chaye Pe Charcha | चाय पे चर्चा 3 - this is a fascinating story of a repatriate Jay when he meets his Guru & had to go through the discipline of relinquishing his identity and learn the art of living on alms. A reminder to all of us that this life is short and must be valued for a higher goal in life than materialistic pleasures.
10 Nov 2021
India Travel Story - Jogi Mara Caves & her Love Story
The fascinating love story & historical folklore of the Jogi Mara Caves of Sarguja in Chhattisgarh. Ramgarh is known for Sita Bengra and Jogimara caves. It is believed that Lord Ram spent a few days of his exile along with his wife Seeta and brother Lakshman in these caves. The locals recount many stories about the caves passed down to them through generations.
One of the more popular love stories is that of Satunaka a devdasi (hand maid) & Rupadaksha. Jogimara caves contain one of the most ancient proclamations of love. In ancient times, this region was known as Dakshina Kosala. This area also finds mention in Ramayana and Mahabharata. The many ancient caves of Ramgarh is believed to be the most ancient theater in the world. With an exceptionally compelling theory that lord Rama has lived here during his exile, it is the center of Sodha due to Lord Rama and Mahakavi Kalidas.
3 Nov 2021
Chaye Pe Charcha | चाय पे चर्चा 2 - Talking of Love & Romance
चाय पे चर्चा or Discussion over a cup of Tea! This episode shares thoughts & relevance of romance & love, from a historic perspective to it being influenced by Indian literature, films and where it stands today.
27 Oct 2021
Chaye Pe Charcha | चाय पे चर्चा 1 - Introductory Episode
The introductory episode of चाय पे चर्चा series, loosely translated as Discussion over Tea!
20 Oct 2021
Work, Passion & Inspiration
How to find inspiration in your work in spite of all challenges, roadblocks and difficult times. I share my experience working with the numerous indigenous communities in tribal regions of India and facing the challenges of acceptances, conflicts and authenticity.
13 Oct 2021
Romantic Folklore - Lorik Chanda 3
Part of a series of romantic folk tales from the tribal communities of Eastern India, the story of love between Lorik & Chanda take an unusual turn in time. Circumstance challenges their love and threatens their romantic and devotional relationship.
9 Oct 2021
India Folklore - Love Stories of Lorik & Chanda 2
Some of the most popular Indian folklores, popular in Eastern Indian states of Chhattisgarh, are the romantic stories of Lorik & Chanda. Lovers, partners, friends and lending a shoulder to lean on, Lorik & Chanda stories are still relevant in today's society in many ways!
27 Sept 2021
Tribal Folklore - Jhitku & Mitki
Another tribal folklore from the heart of Chhattisgarh, the story of Jhitku & Mitki.
21 Sept 2021
Koel & Pargi - a popular Hindi folklore
A popular & revered folk tale among the tribal communities of Bastar in Chattisgarh, is the eternal love of a mother for her children, this time in the form of birds - a Koel & a Pargi (both are song birds found in India) as well as the importance of being kind & humble.
The story of Koel & the Pargi still inspire a lot of people in the tribal regions of Chattisgarh, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh & Maharashtra. Beautifully narrated by Astha in Hindi, this is part of a series of hidden gems of Eastern Indian Cultural & Literary heritage brought by Explore India TV team.
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