Of Buddies , Books and Bachpan..

Hema Jairam and Anjana Tripathi
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A podcast about love for Hindi Literature and Madhya Pradesh

  1. Sukha Bargad - Part 16. Manzoor Ahtesham

    6 May

    Sukha Bargad - Part 16. Manzoor Ahtesham

    Things take a worrisome downward turn in the Waheed family as we discover in Chapter 16 of 'Sukha Bargad' written by Manzoor Ahtesham Saheb. Will Suhail stray away from the family, especially his father, what will happen to Rashida, how will Abbu and more so Ammi, cope with these currents of rebellion- these questions arise as the story progresses further. Do listen..

    29 min
  2. Sukha Bargad - Part 14&15. Manzoor Ahtesham

    28 Apr

    Sukha Bargad - Part 14&15. Manzoor Ahtesham

    Chapters 14 & 15 of 'Sukha Bargad' touch new dimensions and reveal the intricacies and complexities of human psyche, especially that of a middle class educated Muslim girl living in a traditional household. The author Manzoor Ahtesham displays immense restraint and senstivity in these paras. The language, the metaphors, the gentle unfolding of thoughts are so light on the soul while stirring up many emotions. Do listen...

    42 min
  3. Sukha Bargad - Part 13. Manzoor Ahtesham

    22 Apr

    Sukha Bargad - Part 13. Manzoor Ahtesham

    Chapter 13 of "Sukha Bargad" written by Manzoor Ahtesham Sahab reveals new equations, ups and downs as the story unfolds further. Suhail's angst and Rashida's thought provoking conversations are part of everyday lives of all of us even today. Oblivious father, worried mother, concerned sibling are a constant in an ever changing Indian middle class society, no matter what the religion may be. Do listen..

    36 min
  4. Sukha Bargad - Part 12. Manzoor Ahtesham

    13 Apr

    Sukha Bargad - Part 12. Manzoor Ahtesham

    And one by one, the leaves of the Banyan tree start drying up, dreams start dying- Rashida, the protagonist, shelves her plans to become a journalist, Ammi's desire to see Rashida married remains unfulfilled, loneliness permeates the house quietly.... Chapter 12 of 'Sukha Bargad' written by Manzoor Ahtesham paints a very real picture of a struggling middle class family- struggling within and with the society...Do listen ‎

    26 min
  5. Sukha Bargad - Part 11 Manzoor Ahtesham

    6 Apr

    Sukha Bargad - Part 11 Manzoor Ahtesham

    While today's experience of reading Chapter 11 of 'Sukha Bargad' was almost like being a fly on the wall of any middle class educated, progressive family home, arguing among themselves, mother losing sleep over daughter's marriage and future of their son, relatives subtly and not so subtly passing comments, it also yet again brought very important issues to the fore, honestly and bravely- issues which remain burning even today. Do listen..

    43 min
  6. Sukha Bargad - Part 10. Manzoor Ahtesham

    30 Mar

    Sukha Bargad - Part 10. Manzoor Ahtesham

    Difficult truths, shockingly relevant even after decades are courageously discussed in Chapter 10 of 'Sukha Bargad' penned by Manzoor Ahtesham Sahab. Open and frank discussions help in clearing the air and finding solutions, however complicated the issues maybe. Besides, the perpetual divide highlighted in this part, the nuanced presentation of a daughter's thought process, the whys and wherefores of her choices, her vexation also touch a chord. Do listen..

    38 min
  7. Sukha Bargad - Part 9. Manzoor Ahtesham

    16 Mar

    Sukha Bargad - Part 9. Manzoor Ahtesham

    Though Chapter 9 of 'Sukha Bargad' written by Manzooor Ahtesham Sahab is woven around school picnic and exams and looming summers, the sub plots highlight issues which plague the society even today- concerns about daughters' marriages, burden of morality amidst middleclass, cost of leading a progressive life and so on... Do listen

    37 min
  8. Sukha Bargad - Part 8. Manzoor Ahtesham

    9 Mar

    Sukha Bargad - Part 8. Manzoor Ahtesham

    Chapter 8 of 'Sukha Bargad' penned by Manzoor Ahtesham Sahab, continues to delve into human nature, bigotry, orthodoxy and examines the reasons and rationale for such beliefs. And it does so, gently, softly and without any hint of preaching or patronising. The author's personal beliefs and thoughts are mirrored in this wonderful piece we present today. Do listen...

    54 min
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A podcast about love for Hindi Literature and Madhya Pradesh

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  • Creator
    Hema Jairam and Anjana Tripathi
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    208
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Hema Jairam and Anjana Tripathi
  • Show Website
    Of Buddies , Books and Bachpan..