Interviews
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History of the Ahoms: The Unsung Defenders of Assam | Arup Kumar Dutta | Itihasdhir
The Ahoms ruled Assam for nearly 600 years, creating one of the longest-lasting dynasties in Indian history. Yet, their legacy remains little known beyond the Northeast. In this special conversation, renowned author and historian Arup Kumar Dutta discusses his book Ahoms with Itihasdhir, shedding light on the extraordinary story of this dynasty that resisted invasions, preserved Assam’s culture, and safeguarded the Hindu civilization of the region. BUY THE BOOK: https://www.amazon.in/Ahoms-Reimagined-Arup-Kumar-Dutta/dp/9356294143 📚 About Us: Itihasdhir is a podcast book review channel dedicated to diving deep into the world of literature. We explore a diverse range of books, from historical masterpieces and contemporary bestsellers to timeless classics and thought-provoking non-fiction. Our mission…
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Babur’s Game of Thrones | Aabhas Maldahiyar with Itihasdhir
In this gripping conversation, author Aabhas Maldahiyar joins Itihasdhir to discuss his book, Babur: The Chessboard King. Delve into the life of the first Mughal emperor, a man of strategy, ambition, and calculated moves, who transformed the political landscape of India. BUY THE BOOK: https://www.amazon.in/Babur-Chessboard-King-Aabhas-Maldahiyar/dp/0670099546 📚 About Us: Itihasdhir is a podcast book review channel dedicated to diving deep into the world of literature. We explore a diverse range of books, from historical masterpieces and contemporary bestsellers to timeless classics and thought-provoking non-fiction. Our mission is to ignite your passion for reading and offer insightful perspectives on the stories and ideas that shape our world. 🎧 What to Expect: In-Depth Book Reviews: Detailed analyses of…
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Caste‑icide: The Hidden Script Behind Hindu Decline | Mahalingam Balaji | Itihasdhir
What if the story of caste in India isn’t what you’ve been told? In this eye‑opening conversation, Mahalingam Balaji, author of Caste‑icide: The Roots of Hindu Extinction, unpacks the hidden script behind the caste narrative and how it has been weaponized to weaken Hindu society from within. BUY THE BOOK: https://www.amazon.in/Caste-icide-roots-Hindu-Extinction-Dharmic-ebook/dp/B0DW1N9TCJ 📚 About Us: Itihasdhir is a podcast book review channel dedicated to diving deep into the world of literature. We explore a diverse range of books, from historical masterpieces and contemporary bestsellers to timeless classics and thought-provoking non-fiction. Our mission is to ignite your passion for reading and offer insightful perspectives on the stories and ideas that shape our…
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The Manipur Conundrum: Truth Behind the Violence | Authors Speak Out | Itihasdhir
Step into an unflinching conversation on Itihasdhir with the authors of The Manipur Conundrum: History. Exodus. Conversion. Manoshi Sinha, Dr. Ankita Dutta, and Vladimir Adityanath, as they unpack the layered realities behind the conflict in Manipur. From pre‑Mahabharata origins to the recent surge of violence, the authors dissect how demographic shifts, indigenous exoduses, religious conversions, narcotics trafficking, and colonial-era policies have shaped the crisis. Combining rigorous research with regional insights, they offer a narrative grounded in facts, historical precedent, and cultural heritage. Buy the Book: https://www.amazon.in/Manipur-Conundrum-History-Exodus-Conversion/dp/B0F5BGYPBX 📚 About Us: Itihasdhir is a podcast book review channel dedicated to diving deep into the world of literature. We explore a diverse range of…
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Crash of a Civilization: How India Was Broken from Within | Kanchan Banerjee | Itihasdhir
Buy The Book: https://www.amazon.in/Crash-Civilization-Kanchan-Banerjee/dp/9355212402 In this eye-opening conversation, Itihasdhir sits down with Kanchan Banerjee, author of the explosive book Crash of a Civilization, to explore how India’s ancient civilization was systematically dismantled—politically, spiritually, and culturally. Was Bharat’s fall accidental, or was it engineered from within? From colonial sabotage and religious conversions to the erasure of indigenous knowledge systems and historical distortions, this interview uncovers the uncomfortable truths behind India’s civilizational crash and what it will take for a true Indic renaissance. 📚 About Us: Itihasdhir is a podcast book review channel dedicated to diving deep into the world of literature. We explore a diverse range of books, from historical masterpieces and…
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The South Indian Story: Beyond Fables | Nitin Kushalappa on South Indian Stories | Itihasdhir
Buy The Book: https://www.amazon.in/Dakshin-South-Indian-Myths-Fables/dp/0143454994?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=A15DBATYR506U3&gPromoCode=BankPromoPD25_All What truly shaped the lands of Dakshin? On this episode of Itihasdhir, we’re honored to host acclaimed author Nitin Kushalappa MP for a profound discussion on South Indian stories. Nitin takes us on a journey beyond the familiar fables and widely propagated myths, uncovering the lesser-known, yet incredibly significant, narratives that form the bedrock of South Indian civilization. From ancient kingdoms to cultural evolutions, get ready to see the South like never before. 📚 About Us: Itihasdhir is a podcast book review channel dedicated to diving deep into the world of literature. We explore a diverse range of books, from historical masterpieces and contemporary bestsellers to…
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India vs Bharat | Exploring an Identity Crisis? Dr Koenraad Elst Breaks It Down | Itihasdhir
Buy The Book: https://www.amazon.in/Indias-Name-Symbols-Koenraad-Elst/dp/9385485482 In this powerful conversation, Dr. Koenraad Elst joins Itihasdhir to unpack the arguments from his latest book, India’s Name and Symbols, which confronts the civilizational consequences of using the term ‘India’ over ‘Bharat’. Are we living under inherited colonial semantics? What symbols truly represent us — and what have we unconsciously inherited from our colonizers? 📚 About Us: Itihasdhir is a podcast book review channel dedicated to diving deep into the world of literature. We explore a diverse range of books, from historical masterpieces and contemporary bestsellers to timeless classics and thought-provoking non-fiction. Our mission is to ignite your passion for reading and offer insightful perspectives…
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India to England on a One‑Way Ships | Uma Lohray’s Haunting Novel | Itihasdhir
What happens when you’re sent across oceans… with no way home? We explore The One-Way Ships by Uma Lohray—a haunting historical novel set in colonial India that tells the heart-wrenching story of Asha, a young ayah (nanny) who is abandoned in England after being taken there to serve British families. This is not just a book review. It’s a deep dive into a forgotten chapter of British colonial history—when hundreds of Indian women and girls were shipped off to foreign lands as caretakers and often left behind, voiceless and invisible. 📚 About Us: Itihasdhir is a podcast book review channel dedicated to diving deep into the world of literature. We…
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Amritasya Putrah: Kanchan Banerjee on Bharat’s Eternal Soul | Itihasdhir
In this powerful episode of Itihasdhir, author and civilizational thinker Kanchan Banerjee joins us to discuss his groundbreaking new book Amritasya Putrah: Children of the Rishis and Immortals. Rooted in the wisdom of the Vedas, Upanishads, and epics, the book lays out six core pillars of Bharatiya civilization and offers a compelling vision for India’s spiritual and cultural renaissance. Kanchan Banerjee delves into the meaning of being “Amritasya Putrah: The Children of Immortality”—and warns against the dangers of forgetting our dharmic roots in the face of modernity. 📚 About Us: Itihasdhir is a podcast book review channel dedicated to diving deep into the world of literature. We explore a diverse…
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The Untold Bangladesh Story: Prof Kausik Gangopadhyay Exposes ‘Joy Bangla’ Deception | Itihasdhir
What lies beneath the slogan ‘Joy Bangla’? In this explosive episode of Itihasdhir, Professor Kausik Gangopadhyay, economist and author of The ‘Joy Bangla’ Deception, unravels the uncomfortable truths behind Bangladesh’s founding myth. From the 1971 Liberation War to the present-day politics of identity and Islamism, Prof. Gangopadhyay shows how linguistic nationalism became a cover for rising religious fundamentalism—and why this deception threatens the future of Bengali Hindus on both sides of the border. 📚 About Us: Itihasdhir is a podcast book review channel dedicated to diving deep into the world of literature. We explore a diverse range of books, from historical masterpieces and contemporary bestsellers to timeless classics and thought-provoking…