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Bollywood songs turn us all into Grammy award-winning bathroom singers! But wait, do you know the meaning of every word you sing? Especially the ones in Urdu? On Urdunama, our host Fabeha Syed takes one word at a time and breaks it down for you. Be it the protest poetry of Faiz, or Sameer's 90s nostalgia, we have it all. If you like Urdu and poetry, this podcast is for you!

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Celebrating Allama Iqbal on 'World Urdu Day'

Sir Mohammad Iqbal, widely recognized as Allama Iqbal, was a renowned poet and philosopher. 'World Urdu Day' is celebrated on his birth anniversary to honor Urdu heritage, culture, and its impact on South Asian art, history, and literature. In this episode of Urdunama, Fabeha Syed explores Iqbal’s poetry on ‘khudi’, the journey of self-realization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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May this Diwali Bring 'Ujala' to Your Life

This Diwali, let's explore the beautiful Urdu word 'Ujala'—a word that brings to life the brilliance and warmth of light. In this episode of Urdunama, Fabeha Syed dives into the word, drawing connections to other poetic expressions of illumination like 'Noor', 'Zia', 'Tabaan', and 'Tajalli'. From festivals to personal revelations, each word sheds light on how brightness symbolizes hope, purity, and joy in our lives. Join us as we celebrate light in all its forms, and discover how Urdu captures its radiant spirit, especially during the festive season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Every Drop of 'Ashk' Tells a Story

'Ashk' is an Urdu word that means 'tears'. Tiny droplets of water that hold the weight of unspoken feelings within them. It is the rain of heart which reflects hidden pain and profound happiness. In this episode of Urdunama, Fabeha Syed delves into the depth of the language of tears, which fall silently yet speaks volumes. While covering the bridge gap of emotions and expressions with urdu poetry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Nida Fazli: Timeless Verses that Resonate Across Generations

Nida Fazli was an eminent Indian poet and lyricist, popularly admired for his simple yet profound writing style that captures the hearts of all ages. In this episode of Urdunama, Fabeha Syed delves into Fazli's view of life, while exploring his timeless traditional and modern poetry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Wafa: The Essence of Loyalty and Devotion

'Wafa' or 'vafaa' is an Urdu word which translates to faithfulness, loyalty and fidelity. In this episode of Urdunama, Fabeha Syed delves into the depth of wafa, covering all aspects of it's meaning. As Fabeha navigates life in a new city, she brings a fresh episode from the oven about being committed to something or someone. Listen till the end! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Urdunama Archives: Dastan-e-Gandhi: Celebrating the Father of the Nation

Paying tribute to the spirit of the freedom, we present to you 'Dastan-e- Gandhi', the journey of an ordinary man who inspired millions to change, reform, and stand for justice. Darkhast-e-Maafi for not delivering a new episode this week as Fabeha and Musa are battling the flu. But we bid you to enjoy this historical tale, drawn directly from the Urdunama archives. Listen to 'Dastan-e-Gandhi', written and produced by Danish Iqbal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Urdunama Archives: Kaifi Azmi's Verses on Love, Revolution and Life

Kaifi Azmi was a renowned poet in the Urdu literary world. In this episode of Urdunama, Fabeha Syed delves into Kaifi's poetic masterpieces and examines his profound contributions to society through his reflections on love, revolution, and life. Dil se maazrat for not delivering a fresh episode this week, but we invite you to enjoy the ethereal poetry of Kaifi, drawn straight from the Urdunama archives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Urdunama Archives: Sending Some Poetry Your Way in this 'Badalta Hua Mausam'

Viral fiver has been an unwelcome guest for our dear Fabeha these days. Maazrat for not delivering a new episode of Urdunama this week, but we have some umdah poetry for this rainy day. Grab your chai, fix some pakodas, and tap into the world of poetry, as we bring an episode from the Urdunama archives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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25/06/2023

To cook or not to cook

Urdu poetry made easy to understand with great anecdotes and advice . Fabhia is a great host with a wonder voice and a great understanding of how to express the emotions of the poems but also how to give excitement and love to her own stories . Well written and wonderful.
Great Job

27/10/2022

Gharlak

With love from the U.S.A.
Fabeha and her work are a National Treasure!

21/07/2022

Captain Faraz

I was overjoyed to find this podcast several months ago, and now eagerly wait for the newest episode to drop. Fabeha’s thoughtful and insightful and artistic commentary is perfectly suited for an exploration of the Urdu language and culture. 100000% recommend you subscribe right away!
Seductive

09/12/2020

Outlaw_josey

I feel like Jamie Lee Curtis in the movie “ A fish called Wanda” when she hears the protagonist speak French. Keep them coming Fabeha. Each word is explained beautifully. Tamil and Urdu are two of the best India languages one should learn.

Bollywood songs turn us all into Grammy award-winning bathroom singers! But wait, do you know the meaning of every word you sing? Especially the ones in Urdu? On Urdunama, our host Fabeha Syed takes one word at a time and breaks it down for you. Be it the protest poetry of Faiz, or Sameer's 90s nostalgia, we have it all. If you like Urdu and poetry, this podcast is for you!