The Haryanvi Podcast

A few days ago, I and my friend Digvijay watched the Popular Haryanvi Movie Chandrawal (1984) and in view of that, we decided to have a chat on the larger notion of love in Haryanvi Society in this episode through the prism of Chandrawal. As this is the 50th episode of The Haryanvi Podcast, it is an opportunity to convey my very warm regards to all the listeners of this podcast, who have supported...

In the 49th episode of The Haryanvi Podcast I narrate the simple folk tale of Phool Singh and Nautanki. The story is centered around how Phool Singh is able to marry Nautanki after his sister in law challenges him to do so. Tune in for more. 

In the 48th episode of The Haryanvi Podcast I talk about the impact of Urdu on Haryanvi language and how the interaction between these languages came about. Tune in to find more.

In the 47th episode of The Haryanvi Podcast we discuss the reasons behind the social evil of Bride Trafficking in Haryana. We also go into detail about the condition of such brides who are sold to marry unknown men. Tune in for more.

In the 46th episode of the Haryanvi Podcast I narrate the life story of Harphool Jat Julani Aala. Harphool is revered as cow protector in Haryana and can be considered akin to a local Robinhood. He fought against injustice and cow slaughter all his life. In this episode we go through his story and try to analyze where it becomes problematic. Tune in to find more. 

In the 45th episode of The Haryanvi Podcast I narrate the Haryanvi Kissa Bhagat Purnamal. This is a story that transpired in Sialkot, Pakistan and hovers around Purnamal, Noona (Alternatively called Loona in Punjabi), Raja Salebhan and Queen Ichhra. This iconic story has been made more popular by Punjabi Poet Shiv Kumar Batalvi who wrote his epic "Loona" on it and was awarded the Sahitya Academy A...

In the 44th episode of The Haryanvi Podcast we talk about the relationship between Haryanvi and Punjabi Language. We find out what are the similarities and differences between these two languages and how Punjabi music and culture has affected Haryanvis. Tune in for more.

In the 43rd episode of The Haryanvi Podcast I narrate the famous Haryanvi Kissa of Jyani Chor. Jyani Chor is a famous folk personality in Haryanvi pop culture and society. He can be considered the Haryanvi Robin Hood. In this podcast, I narrate how he helps Mehakde attain her freedom from the clutches of Adali Khan Pathan by adopting mysterious ways. Tune in to know more.

We discuss about the recent Bill by Haryana Government granting reservation to locals of Haryana in Private Sector entities functional in the state. The bill provide for 75% reservation for Haryana domicile holders in private entities where salary cap is below 50 thousand per month. Many people have argued that it is unconstitutional and beyond the powers of the state government to enact such a la...

We talk about the Dowry System or Dahej Partha in this episode. This is a practice found mostly among Hindus in North and Western India where a sum of money or valuable goods are given to the groom’s family as consideration for marriage. However, it is also prevalent among Muslims here due to customary reasons, although it is not allowed in Islam. It can be directly compared with the bride price s...

I narrate and analyse Haryanvi Kissa Chandkiran in the 40th episode of The Haryanvi Podcast. This kissa is a simple linear narrative with only a handful of characters, namely Chandkiran, Raja Madansen, Rani Nagdeh etc. However, it has became so popular in Haryana due to the beautiful Ragni penned by Pandit Lakhmichand and Baje Bhagat. Tune in to know more. 

The wait is over and finally the one and only Mr. Nikhil Beniwal is on the podcast. We talk about our collective journey through college and faculty in this marathon talk. We touch upon different aspects of life, UPSC preparation, downfalls, frustrations etc. in the first half. In the second half we go into detail about our Udaipur Journey. In the end Nikhil Sahab tells us about his favourite book...

Niyati Sharma comes back after a hiatus of two months and tell us more about political philosophy and ethics in this episode. We carry from where we left. We discuss the principle of Deontology, Utilitarianism, consequentialism, Machiavelli and more. Tune into this interesting episode for more.

I talk about the ongoing farmer protests against the 03 farm laws in this episode. The major focus is on the evolution of the movement and its timeline. Apart from it we talk about what was the impact of the incidents on 26th January and why it has negatively affected the movement. Finally we talk about the future of the movements and whether the three laws will be repealed or not. Tune in for mor...

I narrate the famous Haryanvi Kissa Heer Ranjha in the 36th episode of The Haryanvi Podcast.  I go through the story telling who was Heer and who was Ranjha. How they became lovers and how this love story panned out. I also analyze some themes of the story and why it is so popular. Tune in for more.

In the 35th episode of The Haryanvi Podcast we talk about the common superstitions in India, what is  a bhoot and how it is different from  a pret or jinn. We further dwell into superstitions in Haryana like totka at chauraha, being possessed by Mata, going to Mehndipur Balaji and all kind of weird stuff. I ask why Babas, peer, faqeer etc. are so popular in Haryana and Punjab? Tune in for more.

I talk about the origins of rap music in USA, what rap music means, its structure and how it progressed. I also dwell upon the music scene in India and then talk about the Haryanvi Rap Music Scenario. I give my opinion on the state of Haryanvi rap music and talk about rappers like KD, Big Money, Pardhaan, Malik Sahab, Dhanda Nyoliwala and many more.

In the 33rd episode of The Haryanvi Podcast we recap the major news stories of 2020 and give our opinion on major issues like CAA/NRC and Shaheen Bagh, Delhi riots, Lockdown, Corona Virus Pandemic, Migrant crisis, Tablighi Jamat, Mishandling of Corona containment, Aatmanirbhar Bharat, China clash in Galwan Valley , boycott of Chinese products, Sushant Singh Rajput, Economy down by 23%, Ram Mandir...

I rant against the captaincy of Virat Kohli and the current setup and strategy of the Indian Cricket Team. We discuss the reasons why Virat Kohli should not be the captain of the Indian Cricket team and instead why guys like Rohit Sharma, Ajinkya Rahane or R Ashwin are better suited for that role. Virat Kohli has not won any ICC Trophy or even IPL as a captain, which is a damp squib considering hi...

I go on a ranting spree and bare my biased opinions out in this podcast about Jaat Reservation and Jaat Andolan 2016. I discuss about the brief history of Reservation in India, Mandal Commission, Indira Sawhney case, Congress decision to grant reservation to Jaats, subsequent cancellation of that order by the Supreme Court and the the resultant Jaat Andolan in 2016 seeking reservation. I also talk...

I explain why bollywood songs have become so bad that one cant listen to them anymore. We go into the technical and commercial reasons first and then talk about the linguistic reasons. Tune in for more.

I traveled in Madhya Pradesh through places like Mandu, Maheshwar, Ujjain, Dewas, Bhopal, Bhimbetka, Sanchi, Gwalior in 2018 and 2020. I go into detail about the nature of these tourist places and tell you about my observations. Tune in for more. 

I discuss the idea of Morality and Ethics with my college friend and Professor Niyati Sharma. We discuss about the meaning of morality and its definition along with issues such as Morality vs Law, Morality and religion, public vs private morality and much more. The podcast is in Hindi. Tune in for more.

We discuss the mass exodus or mass migration of Haryanvi students and youth to places like Mukherjee Nagar and Rajendra Nagar for preparation of competitive exams like SSC CGL, UPSC Civils, Railways etc. We discuss the issue in detail along with its reasons, fallout and way forward. Tune in for more.

I tell my Gujrat Travel Experience in this episode. I traveled in Gujrat through tourist places like Sabarmati Ashram, Kankariya Lake, Lothal Museum and Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre in Ahmedabad. I also talk about my travel experience in Places like Bhuj, Kacchh, Mandvi, Vadodara and Aanand. We also visited Milk Collection Centres and witnessed the AMUL Milk Processing Units first hand. At the end...