May It Be So

The Princeton University Hindu Life Program
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Life moves fast. May It Be So is a moment to pause and reflect. We talk all about exploring Hinduism, making meaning, and living spirituality out loud in a fun and reflective conversational beat. Whether you’re interested in spirituality or just curious and have an open mind and open heart, there’s something for you here. May It Be So is hosted by Dr. Vineet Chander and produced by Twyla Colburn, with special thanks to the folks at the Princeton University Broadcast Center. Our theme music is sourced from Gaura Vani's song "Stop and Talk." Cover art and graphics are designed by Laura Grey.

  1. 10/03/2025

    011 - Is Yoga an Aesthetic?

    For National Podcast Day, here's an episode recorded last semester with Princeton's very own yoga instructor Angela Quinn! We talk names, lifelong religious journeys, and what yoga is all about when we look beyond aesthetics.

    38 min
  2. 010 - Gita Study: Come for the Free Indian Food, Stay for the Connection to Self

    09/12/2025

    010 - Gita Study: Come for the Free Indian Food, Stay for the Connection to Self

    Welcome to Season 2 of May It Be So! In our first episode back on campus for the 2025-2026 school year, we chat with Sanjana Venkatesh '26 about choosing Princeton, her journey with Hindu ritual and embracing faith on her own terms, and (bonus) the funny story behind how she came to join Vineet's Gita study group at Princeton.

    36 min
  3. 009 - He Took a Gap Year to Build a Temple. Then He Brought His Faith to Campus.

    06/02/2025

    009 - He Took a Gap Year to Build a Temple. Then He Brought His Faith to Campus.

    This week, we chat with Vasant Patel '26 about his BAPS faith, proudly wearing tilak-chandlo at Princeton, and his incredible gap year volunteering to build the BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham in New Jersey.

    1h 10m
  4. 008 - From Michigan to the Kumbh Mela: Priya's Journey to Hindu Chaplaincy

    05/26/2025

    008 - From Michigan to the Kumbh Mela: Priya's Journey to Hindu Chaplaincy

    This week, we chat with Duke University's Hindu chaplain Priya Amaresh about her journey to chaplaincy, from growing up in Michigan to her spiritual and personal discoveries while exploring everything from childcare to yoga to Hindu pilgrimage.

    1h 1m
  5. 007 - Anuj Was One of Canada’s Youngest Politicians. He Was Just Getting Started.

    05/16/2025

    007 - Anuj Was One of Canada’s Youngest Politicians. He Was Just Getting Started.

    This week, we chat with Anuj Krishnan '27 about Hindu pilgrimage, his life between Canada, India, Italy, Princeton, and beyond, and what it was like being one of the youngest elected officials in Canada.

    52 min
  6. 006 - Hollywood, Spirituality, and Life in America: Kajal's Story (PART 2)

    05/09/2025

    006 - Hollywood, Spirituality, and Life in America: Kajal's Story (PART 2)

    This week, we chat again with Kajal Schiller on her life in America post-adoption. We cover everything from navigating life around many religions to her mom's Hollywood glamor phase to standing up for herself in the face of discrimination.

    1h 5m
  7. 005 - From India's Streets to Princeton University: Kajal's Story (PART 1)

    05/02/2025

    005 - From India's Streets to Princeton University: Kajal's Story (PART 1)

    This week, we hear one of the most remarkable stories around. Kajal's journey from being a street kid in India to Princeton will keep you on the edge of your seat. Stay tuned for Part 2 next week, where we dive into everything from Kajal's mom's star-studded dating life to Kajal's spiritual journey and life in America.

    1h 4m
  8. 004 - Ever Build a Toy Empire to Celebrate Your Hindu Heritage? Avani Did.

    04/25/2025

    004 - Ever Build a Toy Empire to Celebrate Your Hindu Heritage? Avani Did.

    Meet Avani Modi Sarkar, co-founder and genius behind Modi Toys, a company creating timeless toys that celebrate and teach kids about Hinduism. We chat about social media, spirituality, dharma in business, and what it's like to be BFFs... with the richest woman in Asia. You can check out Modi Toys on social media @moditoys You can also find their website at moditoys.com

    1h 4m
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Life moves fast. May It Be So is a moment to pause and reflect. We talk all about exploring Hinduism, making meaning, and living spirituality out loud in a fun and reflective conversational beat. Whether you’re interested in spirituality or just curious and have an open mind and open heart, there’s something for you here. May It Be So is hosted by Dr. Vineet Chander and produced by Twyla Colburn, with special thanks to the folks at the Princeton University Broadcast Center. Our theme music is sourced from Gaura Vani's song "Stop and Talk." Cover art and graphics are designed by Laura Grey.

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