Not Your Mother's Mahabharata

S.P. Jayaraj, Azure Anderson

The Mahabharata is this epic Indian work that encapsulates a great deal of Indian Mythology. It is a magnificent story that is constantly being rewritten and retold since its inception that was somewhere between 3000 BC and 1500 BCE ‘Not Your Mother’s Mahabharata with SP Jayaraj’ is a podcast where S.P. Jayaraj tell the story conversationally to his wife Azure Anderson and to friends, most of whom have never heard of the tale. Listeners familiar and unfamiliar with the epic are treated to their entertainingly honest first reactions.Doing it conversationally as opposed to it being a straight up reading allows there to be  variations in the story and the chance to pick apart some of the ideas about life that the Mahabharat brings to the forefront. This podcast’s goal is to make this great work accessible, and entertaining to an adult audience. Come in expecting some laughs, some pop culture tangents, and some adult language. This is a labor of devotion to the Mahabharat quite unlike any other you might come across.

  1. 1일 전

    RE-RELEASE: NYMM 15: The Fire Born Woman Burning Every Man's Loins.

    RE-RELEASE Today we were happy to have two guests with us! Mystery author Mindy Mejia and our other good friend, clay artist and yoga teacher Jenna Jo Bodling! Satish really wanted an extra lady at the podcast table to introduce everyone to Draupadi, the dark skinned beauty that every king, prince, warrior and teenage boy wants for themselves - How will the pandavas resolve their desire for one woman? Before we get to that, Satish tells the story of Arjuna's hot headed encounter with an elf and how that encounter probably helps the Pandavas keep their cool when facing the enemies who tried to kill them. It's a laugh filled culture challenging season finale to Not Your Mother's Mahabharata. Mindy Mejia is a best selling Mystery Author. Her lates book, a World of Hurt is the latest in her Iowa Mystery Series. https://mindymejia.com/ Jenna Jo Bodling is a clay artist, yoga instructor and happy mother to two girls, three cats and a dog. S.P. Jayaraj is a mythology and Mahabharata fanatic and the creator of the mythic world of Adijari that is the setting of his two novels, The Secret of the Zipacna Dragons and Legacy of the Crow.  He is also a Creative Life Coach through his business Imagination Life Coaching. He draws inspiration from global mythology. spjayaraj.com Azure Anderson-Jayaraj is a musician, a maker, a cat mom, an arts administrator and now a podcast editor. Support the podcast and join the NYMM community on Patreon.com/spjayaraj #Mahabharata #ComedyMeetsCulture #Comedystorytelling #IndianMythology #MahabharataRetold #MythologyNerd #Bheem #Draupadi Support the show Support the show Have an imaginative day. Artwork and music by Azure Anderson

    1시간 5분
  2. 11월 25일

    NYMM 43: A Cosmic Soap Opera. Featuring Shiva and Parvati

    We meet Aaron King, RPG Game designer and Co host of the Podcast RTFM (Read The F****** Manual), and tell him some of the origin stories that the immortal sixteen year old sage Markandaya tells the Pandavas. We revisit the origin of Vishnu, Brahma and Shiva, and go down the bloodline of Brahma's child Daksha who has grown to despise Shiva and is against his daughter marrying Shiva- even though she is his cosmic other. Things go from bad to worse in this godly soap opera that spans a goddess's 2 lifetimes, that also leads to the birth of of Kartikeyya the warrior god destined to vanquish a tryranical demon while still a child We also introduce the Hindu God of Love Kashyapa- and we all have opinions on his superiority to Cupid.   S.P. Jayaraj is a mythology and mahabharata fanatic and the creator of the mythic world of Adijari that is the setting of his two novels, The Secret of the Zipacna Dragons and Legacy of the Crow.  He is also a Creative Life Coach through his business Imagination Life Coaching. He draws inspiration from global mythology. spjayaraj.com Azure Anderson-Jayaraj is a musician, a maker, a cat mom, an arts administrator and now a podcast editor. Aaron King  is a game designer, editor and collage editor, and cohost of the podcast 'Read The F****** Manual' where they and their cohost read and review Roleplaying Game Manuals. You can find out more at RTFMCAST.com  Support us on patreon.com/nymmpodcast Support the show Support the show Have an imaginative day. Artwork and music by Azure Anderson

    1시간 22분
  3. 11월 11일

    NYMM 42: "I've got it! We should be ruled by a mortal!" Said the guru of the gods...

    The Pandavas are reunited and have decided it's time to face reality, leave the Himalayan sanctuary, and show their enemies the Kauravas that they are still around. However, there are still some adventures to be had and stories to hear before they finish their decent. We are excited to have Duck Washington with us on this adventure as we say good bye to the Rishi Lomasa, and hello to a GIANT F***ING SNAKE!!! What's the story behind the snake that is mightier than the demon crushing Bheema? Well we get into that too as we tell the story of Nahusha, the mortal king whom the gods call upon to rule them when their controversial regular king Indra decides to do some penance for some bad decision making.  Then Yudhishthira saves the day by doing what he does best. Talking - talking, talking, talking while his brother is wrapped in coils of snake. S.P. Jayaraj is a mythology and mahabharata fanatic and the creator of the mythic world of Adijari that is the setting of his two novels, The Secret of the Zipacna Dragons and Legacy of the Crow.  He is also a Creative Life Coach through his business Imagination Life Coaching. He draws inspiration from global mythology. spjayaraj.com Azure Anderson-Jayaraj is a musician, a maker, a cat mom, an arts administrator and now a podcast editor. Duck Washington is an actor, improviser, director, playwright, host, audio designer, arts administrator, educator, and the executive producer of the Twin Cities Horror Fest. Seriously folks- he's done it all and we were very proud to tell this great storyteller a story he hasn't heard. He will next be performing in 'How to Catch Creation for Theater in the Round from Jan 16th to February 8th Support us on patreon.com/nymmpodcast #DuckWashington #Spjayaraj #Mahabharata #Comedypodcast #Mythology Support the show Support the show Have an imaginative day. Artwork and music by Azure Anderson

    1시간 4분
  4. 9월 30일

    NYMM 39: Adventures in Flower Picking: The Pandavas Without Arjuna Part 3

    While waiting for the arrival of their brother Arjuna, Bheema and Draupadi discover that the flowers of the heavens have found their way to the Himalayas. Bheema decides to find more for Draupadi, but comes across some demons (as he often does) and also an old and very perplexing monkey. Musician, Trivia Author and Host, and Berry Farmer John McConville makes his NYMM debut. John comes in not knowing what to expect and is excited to get into heavenly flowers, talking monkeys who are not who they appear to be, and plenty more weird demons beings smashed. Plus, Arjuna finally returns, but a simple ask from his brothers sets an epic scene for John to suddenly meet a bunch of new characters at the end. S.P. Jayaraj is the creator of the mythic world of Adijari that is the setting of his two novels, The Secret of the Zipacna Dragons and Legacy of the Crow.  He is also a Creative Life Coach through his business Imagination Life Coaching. The Mahabharata and other global mythology inspires him in all his projects. spjayaraj.com   Azure Anderson-Jayaraj is a musician, a maker, a cat mom, an arts administrator and now a podcast editor.   John McConville is a musician, a trivia author and host, and a Berry Farmer. Check out each of the websites bellow to see all the places in the Twin Cities where you can come face to face with his creative talent and fabulous personality. https://butterboys.bandcamp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/jawsyband https://www.triviamafia.com/331   #Mahabharata #ComedyMeetsCulture #Comedystorytelling #IndianMythology #MahabharataRetold #MythologyNerd Support the show Support the show Have an imaginative day. Artwork and music by Azure Anderson

    1시간 14분
  5. 9월 16일

    NYMM 38: We're off to see Bodies of Water: The Pandavas Without Arjuna Part 2

    The four Pandavas and Draupadi are missing Arjuna, but the time has come to take the extended long route to the Himalayas where Arjuna will join them, but not before doing as Arjuna did a while ago by visiting the holy water sites. Creative and fellow storyteller Aaron Fiskradatz is back to hear of the Pandavas adventure and the stories behind each of the holy water sites. Satish is excited to introduce Aaron to Ghatotkacha, Bheem's sage-like demonic son from the Pre-Draupadi years. S.P. Jayaraj is the creator of the mythic world of Adijari that is the setting of his two novels, The Secret of the Zipacna Dragons and Legacy of the Crow.  He is also a Creative Life Coach through his business Imagination Life Coaching. The Mahabharata and other global mythology inspires him in all his projects. spjayaraj.com Azure Anderson-Jayaraj is a musician, a maker, a cat mom, an arts administrator and now a podcast editor. Aaron Fiskradatz is a Technician, Artist, and Educator in the arts who is proud to work for Upstream Arts.  Aaron is a master at broadcasting live performances, whether it is to  hundreds of fans, or sharing an online classroom with half a dozen students. He’ll take care of the technical know-how so that you can concentrate on your presentation.  If you live in the Twin Cities Metro Area and you would like your in-person event streamed live to distant participants. Aaron can help you with the proper equipment setup, and even run tech for the event as it happens. Weddings, concerts, parties, whatever you’re doing to connect with others, Aaron can help you do it online at the same time. aaron.fiskradatz.com #Mahabharata #ComedyMeetsCulture #Comedystorytelling #IndianMythology #MahabharataRetold #MythologyNerd Support the show Support the show Have an imaginative day. Artwork and music by Azure Anderson

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The Mahabharata is this epic Indian work that encapsulates a great deal of Indian Mythology. It is a magnificent story that is constantly being rewritten and retold since its inception that was somewhere between 3000 BC and 1500 BCE ‘Not Your Mother’s Mahabharata with SP Jayaraj’ is a podcast where S.P. Jayaraj tell the story conversationally to his wife Azure Anderson and to friends, most of whom have never heard of the tale. Listeners familiar and unfamiliar with the epic are treated to their entertainingly honest first reactions.Doing it conversationally as opposed to it being a straight up reading allows there to be  variations in the story and the chance to pick apart some of the ideas about life that the Mahabharat brings to the forefront. This podcast’s goal is to make this great work accessible, and entertaining to an adult audience. Come in expecting some laughs, some pop culture tangents, and some adult language. This is a labor of devotion to the Mahabharat quite unlike any other you might come across.