ChaiTimeRadio
Chai Time is a weekly program in Hindi and English, on Stanford Radio, KSZU 90.1 FM. The program explores current events and issues relevant to South Asian literature, culture and music. The program is hosted by Pranjali Sirasao who teaches in Department of South & Southeast Asian Studies, UC Berkeley. In the past she has taught in Stanford University and UC Davis. The program is heard in more than 100 countries around the world.
Episodes
October 28, 2025 • 60 mins
In this special episode of ChaiTime Radio, we journey into the timeless ocean of knowledge — ज्ञानेश्वरी, the divine dialogue of Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj. Centuries ago, at barely sixteen, Dnyandev poured the Sanskrit Bhagavad Gita into the lyrical rhythm of Marathi ovi, turning philosophy into poetry and wisdom into song.
As we celebrate the 750th birth anniversary of Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj, we present a modern echo of that spir...
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September 8, 2025 • 35 mins
It was such a joy to welcome back Ambika Sahay, the inspiring Founder and Executive Director of the South Asian Literature & Art Festival (SALA Festival), on Chaitime today. A year ago, she joined us to share her vision for this incredible festival. Today, she returned with powerful updates, fresh ideas, and a sneak peek into what’s coming next. From culture to creativity to community, you won’t want to miss this vibrant conversati...
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This week on Chai Time, we sit down with Dr. Lalita du Perron — Associate Director of Stanford’s Center for South Asia — for a rich and honest conversation about her journey, research, and the stories that shape her work.
A scholar of Hindi poetry and performance, Lalita is the author of Thumri Lyrics and co-author of The Songs of Khyal. Her work spans courtesans, queer parenting, and questions of consent — always bold, deeply hum...
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April 22, 2025 • 75 mins
The Vasu Dixit Collective is a vibrant ensemble that fuses folk traditions with contemporary sounds, creating a musical tapestry that resonates with both the heart and the soul. At its core is Vasu Dixit, renowned for his open-throated vocals and dynamic performances, whether with his band Swarathma or through his solo endeavors. His artistic journey is a celebration of life's nuances, blending his roles as a composer, musician, an...
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March 27, 2025 • 59 mins
What an absolute blissful afternoon it was at the Stanford campus, immersed in the vibrant world of Nautanki—the rich folk theater tradition of North India. It was an honor to spend time with not just great artists, but also remarkable human beings who are preserving and innovating this beautiful art form.
We had the privilege of engaging with Padma Shri Pandit Ram Dayal Sharma Ji, a living legend and Sangeet Natak Akademi awardee,...
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March 6, 2025 • 51 mins
This Women's Day, we celebrate strength, leadership, and innovation by shining a spotlight on the North American Film Association (NAFA: https://northamericanfilmassociation.org), an organization where women don’t just have a seat at the table—they lead the way. With 95% of its top executives being female, NAFA stands as a true beacon of female leadership in the arts and entertainment industry.
In this special episode of ChaiTime...
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September 25, 2024 • 51 mins
What an incredible afternoon at KZSU Stanford with Rajeev Prakash, Aarti Prakash, and Shubhra Prakash. Tune into my Chaitime show to discover their fascinating journeys and insights.
We explore Shubhra Prakash's solo play Fontwala, a tribute to the remarkable life of Rajeev Prakash Khare, a pioneer in typography and calligraphy for Indian scripts. He designed the Anglo Nagari Keyboard, which enabled Indian scripts to be typed on a...
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September 23, 2024 • 28 mins
What an absolute pleasure it was to host Dr. Anna Bigelow and Ambika Sahay on Chaitime today! Click the link to enjoy our conversation about SALA 2024, a vibrant celebration of culture and creativity! 🎧✨
Ambika, Founder and Executive Director of the Art Forum, excels in innovative events, while Dr. Bigelow, Director of the Center for South Asia Global Studies at Stanford, specializes in Islamic Studies and South Asian religious t...
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Abhi Gholap, with over 20 years in healthcare innovation, has co-founded successful startups and secured many patents. Currently he is leading OptraSCAN, an AI pathology platform, and serving as an investor at HealthFAX, focusing on Generative AI healthcare solutions. Abhijit is also a charter and board member of TiE Silicon Valley and founder of the Jiji-Bhau Foundation, supporting children with Leukemia in rural India. Beyond his...
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June 10, 2024 • 59 mins
After 25 years, one of the most significant celebrations of Maharashtrian Culture, Customs, and Community— Bruhan Maharashtra Mandal (BMM) is coming to the global center of tech and innovation—the Bay Area! It was a pleasure to host @prakash ji and @anita ji @chaitime on standard radio and talk about one of the most happening events in the Bay Area, BMM2024. Prakash ji is the convener, and Anita ji represents the volunteer team. To...
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February 20, 2024 • 60 mins
Conversation between Dr. Aloka Nanjappa, Salil Chowdhury’d daughter.
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August 13, 2023 • 72 mins
I had the rare privilege of conversing with Padma Vibhushan Dr. Raghunath Mashelkar, an exceptional scientist and nation-builder. This unique opportunity allowed me to gain insights into his remarkable contributions and their impact on both scientific advancement and nation-building. Our transformative conversation left a lasting impression on me, reinforcing the significance of human potential and innovation. This encounter serves...
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August 7, 2023 • 59 mins
Chethan Anant is a South Asian Classical bansuri (bamboo flute) player, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, music producer, and music educator based in Chicagoland. He has studied the Raagdhaari Sangeet Classical Music tradition for most of his life. He has been fortunate to study under esteemed gurus, including Pandit Ronu Majumdar, Pandit Shyam Kane, Pandit Vikas Kashalkar, and Pandit Arun Kashalkar. Chethan has been teaching music ...
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August 2, 2023 • 59 mins
Maya Vishwakarma is the Founder and Chairperson of Sukarma Foundation. A native of Mehragaon village in district Narsinghpur, Madhya Pradesh (MP), India, Maya has lived in San Francisco, California, USA, for nearly a decade and distributes her life between two countries. She is known as India's 'Padwoman,' and has tirelessly fought against society's deep-rooted decision that devalues the existence of menstruation among women.
Suk...
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July 17, 2023 • 63 mins
In this Chaitime, we talk to poet, singer, songwriter, and inventor Kavish Seth. In this episode, Kavish talks about his musical journey and his latest single, Hindi
Kavish has also conceptualized an innovative project, Zubaan, a music project that aims to create platforms for collaboration between independent music artists from different corners of India. Chapters have started in Odisha, Varanasi, Deoria, Kausani, Khetri, Nagpur...
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In today's ChaiTime, we talk to Shri Anand Mahadeo Ganu, Founder-President of Garje Marathi Global, and Dr. Sanjay Bhandari, a leader and key contributor to Garje Marathi Global projects.
Mr. Anand Gaju is the Founder-President of Garje Marathi Global (www.garjemarathi.com), a nonprofit registered in California, USA.
Garje Marathi Global is a platform for 'Non-Resident Marathi' and 'Back to Motherland Marathi' ( परत मातृभूमीला म...
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July 4, 2023 • 2 mins
Background Music - Morning Ragas by Ravishankar (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n91Vhdrrkss)
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June 18, 2023 • 60 mins
In today's ChaiTime, we talk to renowned award-winning Indian classical vocalist Mahesh Kale (http://www.maheshkale.com). In this conversation, we talk to him about his musical journey and his upcoming Stanford Jazz workshop, Indian Jazz Journey, with jazz saxophone virtuoso George Brooks. Details of the workshop are here: https://stanfordjazz.org/more-info/indian-jazz-journey-mahesh-kale-george-brooks-22/
Mahesh Kale is a San ...
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May 28, 2023 • 65 mins
हम रहें या ना रहें कल, कल याद आएँगे ये पल
At Chai time radio today, we celebrate KK's legacy on ChaiTime with Vamsidhar, a prolific singer and prominent bay area voice. It is not just a regular episode but a heartfelt collaboration of two ardent, dedicated fans of KK. I hope you will like it and send your good wishes and blessings to our talented singer Vamsi.
Indian playback singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, who was fondly known as KK...
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April 30, 2023 • 95 mins
In today's show, we play Saaz, Awaaz, and Andaaz presentation Rhythms of the legends with नितिन शंकर जी. It was an honor to listen to stories and hear melodious music from the rhythm master Nitin Shankar Ji on the latest episode of Saaz Awaaz and Andaaz. Nitin Shankar Ji is a legendary rhythmist who has remastered Sholay theme music with contemporary instruments and was the rhythm arranger for the 1942 love story Dilwale Dulhaniya ...
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