Thaathu Podcasts

In this episode, I present my research on the story of Dom Manoel (Hasan IX) the king who  renounced Islam and converted to Christianity Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise.  However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the...

In this episode, I present my research on the story of Sultan Muhammad Fareed Al-Awwal, the last king of the Maldives.  Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise.  However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from...

In this episode, I present my research on the story behind the northern uprising.  Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise.  However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access. Be...

In this episode, I present my research on the story behind the depopulation of Thinadhoo. Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise.  However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to acc...

In this episode, I present my research on the story behind how the Maldives became a republic.  Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise.  However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able...

In this episode, I present my research on the story behind the November 3rd terrorist attack in Male’.  Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise.  However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I w...

In this episode, I present my research on the story behind the United Suvadive Republic.  Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise.  However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to acc...

In this episode, I present my research on the story of Al-Ameen Hassan Fareed Didi.  Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise.  However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access....

In this episode, I present my research on the story behind Maldivian National Day.  Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise.  However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access. B...

The early 1900s marked one of the darkest chapters in Maldivian history. Among the most infamous moments was the tearing apart of the nation’s very first constitution, the forced abdication of a reigning sultan, and the scandal that surrounded a crown prince. In this episode, I present my research on Motaru Boatu Gadubadu (the Motor Boat Coup) Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through...

This Independence Day marks 60 years of freedom, and I’m taking you back to where the chains began.  Sixty Years of Independence is a three-part series tracing the shadows before, during, and after Maldives fell into British hands under the protectorate agreement. In this episode, I present my research on why we began to want more than a crown under someone else’s shadow.  Maldivian history has pr...

This Independence Day marks 60 years of freedom, and I’m taking you back to where the chains began.  Sixty Years of Independence is a three-part series tracing the shadows before, during, and after Maldives fell into British hands under the protectorate agreement. In this episode, I present my research on how the Maldives became a British protectorate.  Maldivian history has primarily been preserv...

This Independence Day marks 60 years of freedom, and I’m taking you back to where the chains began. Sixty Years of Independence is a three-part series tracing the shadows before, during, and after Maldives fell into British hands under the protectorate agreement. In this episode, I present my research on Boduhulhuge Haadhisa — the fire that swallowed Malé whole, leaving behind not just ashes, but...

In this episode, I present my research on the historical figure, Prince Izzuddin and his days in Henveiru Ganduvaru (currently the president’s residence - Muliyaage) Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise.  However, I have made every effort...

In this episode, I present my research on the historical figure, Ghiyasuddin Radhun or Shaheedhukulha Bandaarain. Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise.  However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the s...

In this episode, I present my research on the first president of the Maldives Mohamed Ameen Didi. Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise.  However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was abl...

In this episode, I present my research on the historical figure Rehendhi Khadeeja. Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise. However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access. Bel...

In this episode, I present my research on the historical figure Hadhi Hassan Rasgefaanu Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise. However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access...

In this episode, I present my research on the historical figure Bureki Ranin (Burecca). Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise. However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access...

In this episode, I present my research on the historical figure Mariyam Kaba'afa'anu Rani Kilege, more commonly known in Maldivian history as Endhi Mariyanbu. Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise. However, I have made every effort to compi...

Disability rights activist Muthu joins me on this episode to discuss disability representation in Maldivian media and society. With personal experiences, Muthu shares his journey highlighting the barriers the disabled community face and the milestones they have achieved. Muthu on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Muavviyath Follow me on Instagram: @thaathupodcasts Email for collaborations or queries: t...

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