Poems For People Who Hate Poetry

Send us a textJoin me for an in-depth conversation with actress and poet Divya Goruganthu as we unravel the rich layers of the Mahabharata Tales! In this episode, we dive into one of India's most enduring epics, exploring its poetic structure, complex characters, and the intricate interplay of female agency, divine curses, and royal intrigue.What You'll Discover:Introduction & Cultural Roots (0:00 – 10:15): How the Mahabharata shaped childhood, culture, and literary passion, with insights from Divya’s unique experience playing both Madri and Sanjaya.Moral Complexity & Dualities (10:15 – 19:45): A discussion on how mythic characters defy simple archetypes and mirror the multifaceted nature of duty, honor, and virtue.Royal Alliances & Tragic Curses (19:45 – 31:29): The politics behind arranged marriages, the fatal hunting accident, and the curse that changed destinies.Divine Interventions & The Birth of Heroes (31:29 – 41:06): How sacred mantras and divine forces—invoked by Kunti and M