Taranga Podcast

Invocation at the 137th Undergraduate Commencement at the Stevens Institute of Technology

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Tue, 26 May 2009 06:13:36 PDT

Invocation given by Dr. M.G. Prasad at the 137 th Undergraduate Commencement at Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, New Jersey on Thursday, May 21, 2009.

The sound that is first heard is the sound from a conch shell that was blown by Dr. M.G. Prasad before the invocation.

Sanskrit Verses on Ranganatha, Sudarshana and Nrisimha

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 20:19:29 PDT

Recitation of Sanskrit compositions (eight units called Ashtaka) on Lord Ranganatha, Lord Sudarshana and Lord Nrisimha. These compositions are recited by Dr. M.G. Prasad

Activities for Hindus

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 18:22:04 PST

This talk is given by Dr. M.G. Prasad on different activities on various aspects such as spiritual, religious, cultural and social aspects of Hinduism that can be undertaken by Hindus.

World View according to Hinduism

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 18:17:22 PST

This talk was given by Dr. M.G. Prasad on a radio program Jago Hindustan (www.easy96.com from 10 am to 11 am ESTon Sundays) on January 18, 2009 hosted by Mr. Arish Sahani

Makara Sankranti

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:09:53 PST

A talk by Dr. M.G. Prasad on Makra Sankranti- a Hindu festival

Tiruppavai

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 19:47:43 PST

The talk by M.G. Prasad on the essence of Tiruppavai by Godadevi or Andal.

Multi-faceted Hindu Temple

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 18:34:08 PST

A brief talk by Dr. M.G. Prasad on the importance of Hindu Temples and the various ways in which a Hindu Temple is a resource for Hindus. The talk was presented at a cultural event (and fund rising to save temples) organized by the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation.

Gita Saara

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 19:37:06 PST

A talk on Gita Saara (a selection of 42 verses from Srimad Bhagavadgita). The verses were selected and put in a order by Sri Bhagavan Ramana Maharishi at the request of devotees. This talk is given by M.G. Prasad at the Arunachala Ashrama in Queens, New York

Srimad Bhagavadgita

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 19:27:39 PST

A talk by Dr. M.G. Prasad on the significance of Srimad Bhagavadgita and its contemporary relevance.

Hindu View of illness and healing

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:42:03 PST

A talk given by Dr. M.G. Prasad in a panel discussion on "the meaning of illness and healing in various faith traditions" in Somerset Medical Center, New Jersey on November 11, 2008. Dr. Prasad presented a Hindu view.

Deepavali

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 20:07:31 PDT

A brief talk by Dr. M.G. Prasad on the significance of an important Hindu festival, Deepavali

Navaratri Festival

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 20:03:38 PDT

A talk by Dr. M.G. Prasad on the significance of Navaratri, an important Hindu Festival

Four-Fold Vision of Life

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 05:48:30 PDT

This talk on "Four-Fold Vision of Life" was delivered by M.G. Prasad on August 31, 2008 at the Youth Forum at the 5th AKKA Convention in Chicago.

On Ganesha Chaturthi

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 05:49:46 PDT

This talk is on Ganesha Chaturthi by M.G. Prasad. This Hindu festival is celebrated all around the world by Hindus. This talk presents the spiritual insight of the Lord Ganesha and the story associated with the festival.

Sri Krishna Janmashtami

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 20:37:25 PDT

The talk is about the Hindu Festival Sri Krishna Janmashtami celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna on the 8th day of Shraavan month of Krishna Paksha (new moon phase) i.e. on Sunday August 24th 2008.

Invocation at the opening of New Jersey State Assembly (May 19, 2008)

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Sat, 24 May 2008 05:31:51 PDT

The Invocation given by Dr. M.G. Prasad at the opening of the New Jersey State Assembly on Monday, May 19, 2008 at the New Jersey State House.

Invocation at the 136th Graduate Commencement at Stevens Institute of Technology

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Sat, 24 May 2008 05:12:07 PDT

The Invocation given by Dr. M.G. Prasad at the 136th Graduate Commencement at the Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, New Jersey on Thursday, May 22, 2008

Life of Sri Rama

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 20:06:47 PDT

This talk by M.G. Prasad describes the the universal and eternal relevance of the life of Sri Rama.

Yugaadi 2008

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 20:36:28 PDT

This a brief talk by M.G. Prasad on significance of festival of Yugaadi 2008, celebration of new year by Hindus.

Maha Shivaratri ( A Hindu Festival)

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 19:51:20 PST

A talk by MG Prasad on the significance of Maha Shaiva Ratri, an important Hindu festival.

Hinduism and Mysticism

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 21:18:14 PST

This talk was recorded from a live presentation at the Inter-religious forum on Mysticism at Stevens Institute of Technology on February 27, 2008. In this talk, several readings were presented from Shvetashvatara Upanishad, Kabir, Sri Ramakrishna, Sri Ramana Maharshi, Sriranga Sadguru , Swami Ranga Priya and MG Prasad

Women and Hinduism

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 15:37:28 PST

A talk on role and contributions by women to Hinduism. This talk by MG Prasad was recorded from the live program on RBC Radio with host Mr. Arish Sahani

Seven Questions on Hinduism

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Sun, 17 Feb 2008 19:25:57 PST

Seven questions covering basic concepts and ideas in Hinduism

Topics ranging from scriptures, yoga, karma, and "founding" of the religion.

Some Basics of Hinduism

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 18:57:15 PST

This talk deals with some basic aspects of Hinduism.

Bhagavad Gita Chapter 12

mgprasad@comcast.net (M.G. Prasad) — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 10:28:45 PST

Recitation of Chapter 12, of the Bhagavad Gita

(10 mins 30 sec)