Best Manish Verma Podcasts (2025)

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India Provides Great Resources when Seeking for a Positive Upliftment 53:36

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2M ago53:36

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Everything around us is vibration. Then, it is our choice to come in contact with higher quality of vibrations which can help and uplift our overall way of life. From the very beginning of my childhood, I was around an atmosphere where spiritual dimension was already adopted in all the generations – from my great-grandmother to my youngest cousin l…

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Where Medicine Cannot Reach, Sound May Reach 22:55

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We live in the world of vibration. Everything which exists around us is vibration, and those vibrations are affecting us - even when we can't perceive it, a particular vibration can affect a person's physiology and psychology. Sound is vibration and we are surrounded by various different sounds - and knowingly or unknowingly they have a certain eff…

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Authentic Voices Unleashed: Alok Verma, about Indian Music and its Expansion Worldwide 44:28

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A clever, perceptive, inspiring conversation, for those interested in India and its performing arts: for Indian music lovers, for Tabla lovers, for classical music lovers and Bhakti music lovers, Alok Verma delivers a master talk about different aspects to consider in Indian music and how to connect to it with authenticity, respect, love, enjoyment…

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I Still Remember my First Conversation with Osho... 28:47

5M ago28:47

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As a kid, it was like a very natural process to grow into the atmosphere of Osho. It's like, I did not know anything else except that. It was quite a commitment in some way but really, as a kid, I did not know anything else, it was just like growing up in this... and it was perfect. And slowly-slowly everybody in the family became Sannyasin, but ev…

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An interview about the documentary-film project "True World of Mantra" 20:05

8M ago20:05

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"It is important to bring an understanding that Mantra is not just limited to a musical format which brings you to a 'nice space,' since this format does not release its full potential. Mantra is not only what makes you come into a nice space, but it is something which can also work practically on various dimensions of one's life." "The documentary…

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GW 14 Preview: Season defining December starts here 35:27

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After some technical problems and an international break, we're back! And we're back in season defining December!! Dr Luman stays coy on Liverpool's title chances, whilst Manish is crossing everything for an Arsenal title challenge. The pair also discuss the premium midfielders returning to form in FPL, what to do with Bryan Mbuemo and whether to g…

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GW 11: Never go full Spurs in FPL 38:16

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Can we go a gameweek without bashing Tottenham? No. In our Fantasy Premier League roundup Dr Luman and Manish talk what a disaster Spurs assets were in GW11, the pair's trip to Anfield and a resurgent Manchester United. #fpl #fantasypremierleague #podcast #fplcommunity #podcast Youtube: / @adiffcornerpodcast Pod: https://podfollow.com/a-different-c…

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GW 10: One for FPL homies 35:05

1y ago35:05

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Did you notice the odd thing about Premier League gameweek 10? There were no away wins! How do home vs away fixtures affect your FPL management? Are there such things as 'fixture proof players'? Dr Luman and Manish discuss this and Arsenal's fading title chances, the little owned forwards gaining some consistency and whether you can go big on Spurs…

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GW 9: Too Many FPL Man! 48:50

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To quote Boy Better Know’s excellent grime hit of 2009, there’s simply ‘Too Many Man’ to fit into those FPL striker positions! It seems every budget forward is in hot form right now, so who do you get in? Dr Luman and Manish discuss this from gameweek 9, as well as Arsenal Vs Liverpool, Saka, Wood, Mbeumo and the heartbreak for Haaland triple-capta…

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"I predict a record scoreline!" - Gameweek 9 preview 8:36

1y ago8:36

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Erling Haaland is playing at home to Southampton and he's blanked in three weeks. Is this the gameweek he unleashes all his pent up goals? More than 70% of fantasy football managers will be hoping so (maybe even triple captaining him!) #fpl #fantasypremierleague #haaland Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1QOMr9O3qLiv3igzEwR0Yz?si=c5eda34396bd4…

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GW8: Explaining one of the lowest FPL weeks ever! 32:24

1y ago32:24

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If like us you went “Eeek!” at this past gameweek, then settle in for some cathatric FPL content. Dr Luman and Manish attempt to explain one of the lowest GW’s in FPL history, despite goals from Salah, Watkins and even Son (remember him?!). It’s all got to do with that big fella up in Manchester blanking AGAIN, as well as the side shows not perform…

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FPL Winter is Coming 40:15

1y ago40:15

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It’s well and truly winterish weather in the UK but there’s nothing like the return of Premier League Fantasy Football to warm Dr Luman and Manish up. The pair discuss what to do with Mo Salah, walking the ‘Haaland tightrope’ and they assess the value of FDR (fixture difficulty rating). The two also look back at a player that gave them both huge jo…

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GW 7: Starboy is the FPL man 36:38

1y ago36:38

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Does Fantasy Premier League turn you into a fickle and greedy person? Well it did to Manish in game week 7! Dr Luman and he discuss the elusive chase for #fpl consistency, how Mbuemo is mmm-bueno and who the best #fantasypremierleague defence this year is - #arsenal, #liverpool or….. #manchesterunited (yes really!) Pod: https://podfollow.com/a-diff…

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GW 6: FPL's new Mo Salah 44:55

1y ago44:55

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Well that was a gameweek to remember for Cole Palmer owners! Luckily, we've got someone who captained Chelsea's own starboy on the show- Dr Luman Ali! He and Manish discuss why the FPL comparison shouldn't be Palmer Vs Saka, but Palmer Vs Mo Salah! The pair also go through the Premier League Fantasy Football players they've both slept on (McNeil) a…

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GW5: FPL Dark Arts 38:48

1y ago38:48

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This week's pod starts with a right ol' ding dong between Dr Luman and Manish as the pair debate whether a draw for Arsenal at the Etihad was a good point or not. Luman goes takes us back to #Barclaysmen of 04/05, when United (down to 10 men) beat the Gunners at Highbury. They also discuss Fantasy Football's biggest stories from gameweek 5, includi…

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GW 4: We're the dumbest FPL players 37:30

1y ago37:30

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Ever watched the classic comedy Dumb and Dumber? Well today meet the Fantasy Football equivalent! Following on from a disastrous (and still Haaland-less) gameweek 4, Dr Luman and Manish discuss their measly scores whilst bemoaning Crystal Palace assets, Liverpool & Brighton's blip and Villa's bad at the back but good up top form. Then they each pic…

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GW 4: What are they? 35:38

1y ago35:38

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The international break is over and Fantasy Premier League is back! Ahead of gameweek 4, Dr Luman and Manish assess each team and ask 'what are they?', in order to figure out whether or not to invest their FPL pounds. Are Man City are champions again? Do the promoted teams go back down? And what the hell are Chelsea?!…

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A Journey of Sharing Indian Sacred Music Around the World 1:27:56

1y ago1:27:56

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"Namaskar Friends, In this episode, we will try to get deeper into the world of Mantras with our esteemed guest, "Manish Vyas Ji". We will try to understand the importance of a Guru/Mentor in the life of a Musician, significance of a structured learning & many other aspects of Devotional music, Bhajans & all." Nipoon Joshi, Podcaster, Delhi, India …

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GW 3: Looking back in FPL anger 37:33

1y ago37:33

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In a week where Oasis reunited, were Fantasy Premier League Managers sipping on champagne supernova or looking back in anger? Dr Luman and Manish both reflect on gameweek 3, with both without Erling Haaland again. With Liverpool's perfect start, they assess which assets other than Salah to get in and how Brighton's budget ballers are providing valu…

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GW 2: That's what £15m gets you 54:18

1y ago54:18

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It was a Reservoir Dogs like bloodbath in FPL this week! Haaland owners hacking off the ears of managers who were Erling-less. But Manish has no regrets despite not having the big Norwegian (for now) whilst Dr Luman is cursing being stuck in the middle with clowns to the left of him (Watkins) and jokers to his right (Isak). The pair review Fantasy …

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GW 1: New season, same FPL 37:26

1y ago37:26

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Is anything more certain than death, taxes and an opening day Salah FPL haul? It may be a new Fantasy Football season but it was a familiar story for Mo and most of the other big hitters. Dr Luman and Manish discuss this dejavu, whilst also trashing Chelsea and Spurs, bigging up Brighton and the Brentford duo. The pair also gulp at GW 2's fixtures.…

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FPL 24/25: We'll be there! 52:47

1y ago52:47

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Fantasy Premier League is back and so are Dr Luman and Manish. Join the long time friends as they struggle to balance work life, dad life and FPL life in this weekly pod. This episode previews the season where the two discuss why their none of their defenders are more than £4.5m, a collection of budget midfielders with big potential and what to do …

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Gameweek 38: Thanks for the memories FPL 23/24 25:37

1+ y ago25:37

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Following the final FPL gameweek of the 23/24 season Dr Luman and Manish talk about what Jurgen Klopp's legacy will be (and what could have been), the one trait that both Pep and Fergie share, and how the top three FPL players this season are all English (does this bode well for the Euros?). The pair also look at the overall Fantasy Football winner…

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Gameweek 37: Poznan-ing our FPL points 28:10

1+ y ago28:10

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We go Spurs bashing in our post gameweek 37 pod! Dr Luman Ali and Manish discuss how Tottenham have broken Big Ange, whether Cole Palmer could be the new Egyptian King (you know what we mean) and who to invest in for the final weekend when so few teams have anything to play for. We also wonder whether Salah will still feature in teams next season a…

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GW 35/36: FPL Wildcards work wonders 34:42

1+ y ago34:42

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Gameweek 36 was yet another Fantasy Football points feast with both Dr Luman Ali and Manish's wildcards activated. They reflect back on great totals again, despite one not captaining Haaland, they laugh at Spurs and Man Utd respectively, heap praise on Michael Olise and consider a low-key super Chelsea asset. Then it's a look ahead to FPL gameweek …

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GW 34: The worst 100 point week in FPL history! 24:53

1+ y ago24:53

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Wow, did you feast on FPL points? How could you not! With so many players scoring so many points, somehow Dr Luman Ali manages to score the worst century in FPL history! He and Manish breakdown a monumental gameweek, which includes Mateta madness, scoreless Salah and ridiculous returns everywhere (except for Liverpool). We also look ahead at the we…

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GW 33:Oh, the heartache of FPL 39:56

1+ y ago39:56

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Whilst the overall points of gameweek 33 in the FPL were excellent for both Dr Luman Ali and Manish, the pair are commiserating their real life teams' results at the weekend. We discuss whether we should put a fork in Man City's 4-peat pie (it's done!), Cole Palmer for Player of the Year and who the best finishers in the league are right now. We al…

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GW 31/32: Upgrading to FPL biniz class 38:14

1+ y ago38:14

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Lots to discuss after FPL gameweek's 31 and 32, from Dr Luman's exasperation at his beloved Liverpool's missed chances against Man Utd to a strange analogy which sees him hypothetically sat next to Hollywood bombshell Heather Graham! We also discuss how all Haaland owners have "royally messed up" this season and the differentials making a differenc…

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GW 30: A premature FPL knee slide 34:57

1+ y ago34:57

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There are lots of questions left to answer in the title race but there are even more coming out of this FPL gameweek. What is Newcastle Utd? How does Man Utd's goal live such a charmed life? Is Eddie How the new Jose? Dr Luman and Manish discuss it all, though Luman does have an answer to whether Erling Haaland is a flat track bully!…

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GW 29: The FPL gameweek that echoes in eternity 34:06

1+ y ago34:06

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It was the worst average gameweek score in FPL history! Even so, Dr Luman shows us why he's playing Moneyball! He and Manish dissect his astute Fulham signing, an obscure season for low scoring defenders and goalkeepers, and the opportunity in GW34 with 7 doubles!By Manish Verma

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GW 28: An FPL kick in the chest! 31:14

1+ y ago31:14

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Groan! Gameweek 28 was awful (unless you're that guy who captained Son away at Villa!). In this episode Dr Luman and Manish chat through their season's lowest FPL scores, reminisce over Henry, question whether Haaland is a flat track bully and Luman points at the elephant in the room of how the title will be decided! The kingmakers are...…

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Mantra Listening Meditation 19:29

1+ y ago19:29

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The tradition of Mantra is Mantra-Chanting, what is known as Mantra Japa, and Manish explains how to use it in "listening-meditation," which can be a very powerful technique to soothe the mind, remain attentive and integrate the energy within. Mostly, as we know, we live on the level of 'body and mind' and most of the energy goes into dealing with …

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GW 26: We back to FPL baby! 36:17

1+ y ago36:17

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Like those comedy skits that weirdly interjected Hip Hop records in the early 2000's, Dr Luman and Manish are finally back after a prolonged intermission to the podcast. They discuss Gameweek 26, where they talk West Ham's key man (not Bowen), Arsenal fans' "crappy analysis" and whether you're better off without Haaland!…

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Sufi Music, The Pulse of Love 20:11

2y ago20:11

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Sufi music provides a space to experience closeness with divinity and love, and Sufis have always been inclined towards the musical expressions of their poetries. A warmhearted talk, where Manish describes his latest album, Salaam E Sufi, explaining how the Sufi path has inspired the seven tracks on his new CD along many years on his musical journe…

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Gameweek 17: The FPL Bengali James Bond 43:04

2y ago43:04

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Dr Luman and Manish discuss Gameweek 17, where things go from bad to worse for Manish, we question whether Saka in FPL terms is worth the money and we play a game of Who's Your Man?By Manish Verma

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Gameweek 16: The FPL celebration police 44:08

2y ago44:08

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Dr Luman and Manish discuss Gameweek 16, where we talk Salah, laugh at Man Utd and talk about our favourite goal celebrations (not John McGinn's!).By Manish Verma

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Gameweek 14: The Kop erupts for FPL 39:31

2y ago39:31

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Dr Luman and Manish discuss Gameweek 14. We discuss missing out on Watkins points (d'oh!), horrible goalkeepers, Liverpool in a title race (?) and the reason we think Man City are struggling.By Manish Verma

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Gameweek 10: If the FPL team ain’t broken 43:14

2y ago43:14

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Dr Luman and Manish discuss Gameweek 10. All of our previous talk about questioning Haaland goes in the bin, Luman goes wild (to his detriment) and Mbeumo being back in the pot of mid-price midfielder points.By Manish Verma

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Gameweek 8: Nathan Ake’s face is all of us on FPL 50:18

2y ago50:18

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Dr Luman and Manish discuss Gameweek 8 in FPL, where Manish uses his Free Hit, we discuss not captaining Haaland, Luman going big on a Burnley striker and we play George Michael themed game - Fast Love!By Manish Verma

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Gameweek 7: FPL check complete 33:25

2y ago33:25

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Dr Luman and Manish discuss Gameweek 7. Chatter revolves around the farce that is VAR, Luman breaking into the top 0.4% of FPL players worldwide and a new feature called 'fast love'.By Manish Verma

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Gameweek 4: First world problems of FPL 32:10

2y ago32:10

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Dr Luman and Manish discuss Gameweek 4's FPL points haul. They talk their captain's hat-trick, precious points on the bench and NFP (Non Haaland Points).By Manish Verma

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What Every Yoga Teacher Should Aim For 19:24

2+ y ago19:24

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“The highest goal of a Yoga practitioner should be to come to a level where one is maintaining one’s balance perfectly all the time. Ups and downs are part of life, situations are never in our hands, but how to deal with them is in our hands.” These are the words of Dr. Hansaji Yogendra, director of the Yoga Institute in Mumbai. She’s a mentor and …

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Creating alchemy: rising from darkness and ignorance to peace, light and inner wisdom 1:24:09

3y ago1:24:09

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A conversation with a being who lifts and illuminates others around him. Bruno Wildhaber was born in Interlaken, Switzerland and studied and lived many years in the US. He’s a doctor, writer, teacher, public talker, life coach… and, as he says, a “lifelong learner.” Bruno’s vision, direction, work and dream is to create a healthy community where ev…

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Importance of a Real Guru in the Journey of Indian Music 44:01

3+ y ago44:01

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A very inspiring, honest, touching and mature talk with the outstanding Bansuri player from India, Milind Date, that surely will spark any student or lover of Indian music, connecting them to India and its magical music and learning paths. Some of the main subjects covered in this interview conducted by Manish Vyas: The relationship with the music …

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A Profound Insight into the World of Indian Music: a talk with Palash Dholakia 37:00

3+ y ago37:00

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An enriching conversation for anyone interested in Indian music, for enjoyment, for personal learning or simply for cultural interest or curiosity about the endless world of Indian music, which highly differs from western music, even in the most subtle aspects. Palash Dholakia is a sincere student and professional musician of Indian vocal. He studi…

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World Yoga Festival: A Yoga Feast in UK, with the Heart and Soul in India 40:10

3+ y ago40:10

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Ram and Sonali Banerjee are originally from India living in England and since the last seven years they have been organising the World Yoga Festival in the outskirts of London, which has been getting more and more local and international response, having become a referent in the true world of Yoga in the west. Initially they started the project jus…

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A Message for all Students and Potential Students of Music from India 28:52

4y ago28:52

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Music from India is a path of eternal learning. In this path the concept of "continuously learning" is one of the key aspects to understand from the beginning, before undertaking this magic journey. This is so because in Indian music we always remain a student, we never stop learning. Manish talks about the journey of learning music from India, inc…

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Adiyogi: Presentation Adiyogi, by Manish Vyas 21:04

4y ago21:04

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For every person in India, Shiva means a lot — and Manish is not an exception. That is why he has worked on a very special album exclusively for Lord Shiva, which will be his 2021 yearly release. Powerful yet meditative vibrations: ADIYOGI, publishing worldwide on December 11, 2021. A ten track CD of almost seventy minutes. The album in the praise …

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Dhrupad and the Importance of Sanskrit Language 22:32

4y ago22:32

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In the third and final episode of this series of dialogues with the great Gundecha Brothers, they have shared their insights about the magic and power of Sanskrit language and how it can become a medium to a cosmic experience, whether by speaking it or by listening to it. As far as Sanskrit, Mantra, Indian music or any ancient tradition is concerne…

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Dhrupad, the Oldest Surviving Classical Style of North Indian Vocal Music 23:44

4+ y ago23:44

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Following the previous interview with Gundecha Brothers, who dedicated their lives to continuing this style of music, we present the part II of the talk, where among other interesting insights, the main topics covered are: The importance of Sanskrit and the connection between Dhrupad and this language, the three notes used in the Vedic chanting sty…