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Raagstars Podcast

Mathew Poovan, Gajanand Shekhar

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Hosted by two part-time sitar players diving into the rich, resonant world of Indian Classical Music with a chill, conversational twist. In each episode, we explore ragas, rhythms, and the lives of true "raagstars" who carry this tradition forward, often featuring insightful (and fun) interviews with artists from across the Indian Classical Music spectrum. But it’s not just about the music — we also get into the things that shape us: anime, food, cultural identity, daily life, and everything ...
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In this episode, recorded at the New York Kathak Festival, Gajanand sits down with two luminaries of the Indo-Caribbean arts community: Susan and Rana Mohip. Partners in both life and art, they share stories of their deep-rooted connection to Indian Classical music and dance, their training in India, and the vibrant cultural work they continue to l…
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Welcome back! Mat and Gajanand dive into a truly epic anime style flashback episode. Join us as Gaj drops the lore of his journey into Indian Classical Music. Don't worry, even the "filler" stories are canon! 💬 We’d love your support and feedback! ⭐ Like or rate us in your podcast player of choice 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @raagstars 📺 Subscribe to…
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Welcome to the very first episode of Raagstars! In this premiere, (recorded last year and finally being edited and released!) Mat and Gajanand dive into Mat's musical origin story — from discovering the sitar to his evolving relationship with Indian Classical Music as a first-generation Indian American. Along the way, we chat about early influences…
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