Thaathu Podcasts

Thaathu Waheed

Hello, I am Thaathu Waheed. Since mid-teens, I have worked as a Radio Jockey, Radio Presenter and Producer at renowned radio stations in the Maldives. Recently, I have decided to start something of my own as sound broadcasting is something I am really passionate about. Thaathu Podcasts is my first project as an independent sound broadcaster. Thaathu Podcast basically is me and my friends from different fields talking / ranting about what we are most passionate about

  1. Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 18: The Last King

    JAN 29

    Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 18: The Last King

    In this episode, I present my research on the story of Sultan Muhammad Fareed Al-Awwal, the last king of the Maldives.  Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise.  However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access. Below is a list of references consulted in the research process: The President's Office (2025). President Al Ameer Ibrahim Nasir. Retrieved from: https://presidency.gov.mv/PO/FormerPresident/6 Olivia Lang and Zaheena Rasheed (2008). Former President Nasir Dies. Retrieved from:  https://web.archive.org/web/20090126080901/http://www.minivannews.com/news_detail.php?id=5533 Ministry of Homeland Security and Technology (2025). Republic Day. Retrieved from:https://mohst.gov.mv/ministry/celebrating-days/15 Ahmed Alaa Didi (2021). Jumhooriyathaai Raajjeyge Jumhooriyya ah Balailumeh. Retrieved from:https://adhadhu.com/article/18128 Aminath Yumna (2024). Dhivehi Raajjeyge Jumhooriyyage Ufehdhumaai Tharagee. Retrieved from:https://farudhun.com/article/1399 Mohamed Hamdhoon (2023). Emme Fahuge Radhun: Aaraai Baareh Neiy Othee Izzathaai Sharafu. Retrieved from:https://mihaaru.com/report/120502 Mohamed Hamdhoon (2022). Boduganduvarugai Nasir Koaradi Jessevee Keeve. Retrieved from: https://mihaaru.com/report/110882

    13 min
  2. Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 17: Silvercrest vs. Thinadhoo

    JAN 15

    Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 17: Silvercrest vs. Thinadhoo

    In this episode, I present my research on the story behind the depopulation of Thinadhoo. Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise.  However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access. Below is a list of references consulted in the research process: Hussain Zaheen (2015). Havaru Thinadhooge Rayyithunaai Dhekolhah Nasir Hingi Laainsaanee Jareema. Retrieved from: https://www.addulive.com/38424 Mohamed Naseem (2022). Thinadhoo Falhukurun: Sarukaarun Kudakudhinnah Jessi Haalu. Retrieved from:https://adhadhu.com/article/22707 Fahala Saeed (2022). Thinadhoon Meehun Beyli Kaarisaa 1. Retrieved from:https://sandhaanu.today/21834/ Fahala Saeed (2022). Thinadhoon Meehun Beyli Kaarisaa 2. Retrieved from:https://sandhaanu.today/22017/ Mohamed Hamdhoon (2022). Thinadhooah HavaruThinadhoo Kiyunee Keevve? E ee Fahuruveri Vaan Jehey Namehtha?. Retrieved from: https://adhadhu.com/article/20337 Ahmed Shurau (2021). Thinadhoogai Alun Vazanverivaan Kurevunu Iulaan. Retrieved from: https://gaafu.mv/dv/29029 MVPlus. Havaru Thinadhoo Depopulation – Part 1: The Beginning of the Uprising. Retrieved from: https://www.plus.mv/photo-stories/36142/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNQU2dleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFVTklaYk9LR3JOaXd3Y0JzAR7s5JKB2C0s4dkcZTY5lbNO0XG6CFwuS0KKzmOkkB-tO8gHpNr4FVXwkAf9CA_aem_OV_b17ZChqB9UQg9IinulA MVPlus. Havaru Thinadhoo Depopulation – Part 2: The End of the Secessionist Administration. Retrieved from: https://www.plus.mv/photo-stories/36266/ Abdulla Hilmy (2020). Havaruthinadhoon Meehun Beylumuge Thereyn 5. Retrieved from:https://web.archive.org/web/20200928113928/https://www.galehiri.com/2013/12/5.html Abdulla Hilmy (2016). Havaruthinadhoon Meehun Beyli Vaahaka. Retrieved from: https://web.archive.org/web/20201204072818/https://www.galehiri.com/2016/09/blog-post_1.html Abdulla Hilmy (2020). Havaruthinadhoon Meehun Beylumuge Thereyn 3. Retrieved from:https://web.archive.org/web/20201029053739/https://www.galehiri.com/2013/12/3.html Abdulla Hilmy (2020). Havaruthinadhoon Meehun Beylumuge Thereyn 6. Retrieved from:https://web.archive.org/web/20200927110209/http://www.galehiri.com/2013/12/6.html

    10 min
  3. Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 16: A Kingdom, A Republic, & Everything In Between

    11/11/2025

    Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 16: A Kingdom, A Republic, & Everything In Between

    In this episode, I present my research on the story behind how the Maldives became a republic.  Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise.  However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access. Below is a list of references consulted in the research process: The President's Office (2025). President Al Ameer Ibrahim Nasir. Retrieved from: https://presidency.gov.mv/PO/FormerPresident/6 Olivia Lang and Zaheena Rasheed (2008). Former President Nasir Dies. Retrieved from:  https://web.archive.org/web/20090126080901/http://www.minivannews.com/news_detail.php?id=5533 Ministry of Homeland Security and Technology (2025). Republic Day. Retrieved from:https://mohst.gov.mv/ministry/celebrating-days/15 Ahmed Alaa Didi (2021). Jumhooriyathaai Raajjeyge Jumhooriyya ah Balailumeh. Retrieved from:https://adhadhu.com/article/18128 Aminath Yumna (2024). Dhivehi Raajjeyge Jumhooriyyage Ufehdhumaai Tharagee. Retrieved from:https://farudhun.com/article/1399 Mohamed Hamdhoon (2023). Emme Fahuge Radhun: Aaraai Baareh Neiy Othee Izzathaai Sharafu. Retrieved from:https://mihaaru.com/report/120502 Mohamed Hamdhoon (2022). Boduganduvarugai Nasir Koaradi Jessevee Keeve. Retrieved from: https://mihaaru.com/report/110882

    10 min
  4. Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 15: Dawn of Betrayal: From Treason to Triumph

    11/03/2025

    Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 15: Dawn of Betrayal: From Treason to Triumph

    In this episode, I present my research on the story behind the November 3rd terrorist attack in Male’.  Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise.  However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access. Below is a list of references consulted in the research process: MNDF (2012). November 3. Male’ Maldives Moosa Latheef (2023). Luthufee Minivan Viyas E Handhaan Thakaai Vakivumeh Neiy. Retrieved from: https://dhauru.com/post/report/24299 Moosa Latheef (2021).Beybey, Aharen Biruganey: Eyge Fahun Eree Vazan. Dhen Maru. Retrieved from: https://dhauru.com/post/report/2102 Ahmed Faseeh (2019). 3 November 1988 Ge Udhuvaanee Hamalaa.  Retrieved from: https://aafathis.mv/archives/39946 David Brewster (2014). Operation Cactus: India’s 1988 intervention in the Maldives. Retrieved from: https://web.archive.org/web/20170101022632/http://pragati.nationalinterest.in/2014/04/operation-cactus-indias-1988-intervention-in-the-maldives/ Mariyath Mohamed (2023). November 3 conspirator Luthfee to be released today. Retrieved from: https://edition.mv/news/30338?ref=tagpage-related-related Ana Ahmed (2024). November 3, 1988: The Day the Maldives Defied a Coup. Retrieved from: https://en.sauvees.com/1457/ Sun.mv (2024). Moosa Ali Jaleel to receive Grand Order of Military Honor. Retrieved from: https://en.sun.mv/92963 Mohamed Rehan (2022). The failed coup d’état of November 3. Retrieved from: https://edition.mv/november_3_coup/26201 Coralgrass Market (nd). 3rd November 1988 coup d'état – a disorderly preparation. Retrieved from: https://coralglass.market/news/213

    20 min

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Hello, I am Thaathu Waheed. Since mid-teens, I have worked as a Radio Jockey, Radio Presenter and Producer at renowned radio stations in the Maldives. Recently, I have decided to start something of my own as sound broadcasting is something I am really passionate about. Thaathu Podcasts is my first project as an independent sound broadcaster. Thaathu Podcast basically is me and my friends from different fields talking / ranting about what we are most passionate about