Sangam Lit
Sangam Lit is an English podcast by Nandini Karky on 2000 year old classical Tamil poetry from the Sangam Era. Explore ancient lands and minds through these reflections. Travel to the past, connect to the present and gather lessons for the future. Get lit!
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 8 minutes
- Episodes
- 362
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Ainkurunooru 41 to 50: A Sulk Story
In this episode, we take in glimpses of a sulking lady, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 41 to 50, situated in the 'Marutham' or 'Farmlands landscape' and penned by the poet Oramboki…
00:12:45 |
Fri 31 May 2024
Ainkurunooru 31 to 40: For the Confidante’s Ears
In this episode, we listen to words addressed to a friend, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 31 to 40, situated in the 'Marutham' or 'Farmlands landscape' and penned by the poet Oramb…
00:13:21 |
Thu 30 May 2024
Ainkurunooru 21 to 30 – Faces of the Crab
In this episode, we perceive the antics of crabs, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 21 to 30, situated in the 'Marutham' or 'Farmlands landscape' and penned by the poet Orambokiyar.
00:14:01 |
Wed 29 May 2024
Ainkurunooru 11 to 20 – Reeds of sorrow
In this episode, we listen to the lamenting words of a lady, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 11 to 20, situated in the 'Marutham' or 'Farmlands landscape' and penned by the poet Ora…
Tue 28 May 2024
Ainkurunooru 1 to 10 – Wishes: Hers and Mine
In this episode, we start our exploration of a new Sangam Literary work, 'Ainkurunooru' or 'Five Hundred Short Poems'. As the name clearly indicates, there are five hundred verses in this collection.…
Mon 27 May 2024
Puranaanooru 400 – A leader par excellence
In this episode, we perceive the noble qualities of a respected leader, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 400, penned about the Chozha King Nalankilli by the poet Kovoor Kizhaar. Set …
00:09:08 |
Fri 10 May 2024
Puranaanooru 399 – A wish fulfilled
In this episode, we perceive a poet's dilemma and its resolution, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 399, penned about the Leader Thaamaan Thondrikon by the Poet Aiyoor Mudavanaar. Th…
00:10:05 |
Thu 09 May 2024
Puranaanooru 398 – A selfless generosity
In this episode, we observe acts of generosity, straight from the heart, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 398, penned about the Chera King Vanjan by the poet Thiruthaamanaar. Set in…
00:07:08 |
Wed 08 May 2024
Puranaanooru 397 – Music of the morning
In this episode, we perceive the absolute trust in a patron's protection, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 397, penned about the Chozha King Kulamuttrathu Thunjiya Killivalavan by t…
00:08:40 |
Tue 07 May 2024
Puranaanooru 396 – Generosity sans limits
In this episode, we perceive the boundless generosity of a ruler, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 396, penned about the Velir King Vaattraattru Ezhiniyaathan by the poet Mangudi Ki…
00:07:24 |
Mon 06 May 2024
Puranaanooru 395 – Prosperous Pidavoor
In this episode, we perceive a day in the life of a lush ancient town, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 395, penned about the Leader Chozhanaattu Pidavoor Kizhaarmakan Perunchaathan …
00:09:31 |
Sat 04 May 2024
Puranaanooru 394 – Never will I ever
In this episode, we perceive a striking poetic device deployed with dexterity, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 394 penned about the Leader Chozhiya Enaathi Thirukkuttuvan by the po…
00:08:03 |
Fri 03 May 2024
Puranaanooru 393 – Seeking from a famous king
In this episode, we perceive the wishes in the heart of a supplicant, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 393, penned about the Chozha King Kulamuttrathu Thunjiya Killivalavan by the p…
00:07:14 |
Thu 02 May 2024
Puranaanooru 392 – Heir to history
In this episode, we listen to the greatness of a king in war and peace, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 392, penned about the Velir King Poguttu Ezhini by the poet Avvaiyaar. The ve…
00:06:52 |
Tue 30 Apr 2024
Puranaanooru 391 – Endless fields of plenty
In this episode, we perceive the journey of a people in search of a better life, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 391, penned about the Leader Poraiyaatrukizhaan, by the poet Kallad…
00:06:18 |
Mon 29 Apr 2024
Puranaanooru 390 – Allayer of angst
In this episode, we perceive the thoughtful generosity of a much-celebrated king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 390, penned about the Velir King Athiyamaan Nedumaan Anji by the po…
00:08:45 |
Fri 26 Apr 2024
Puranaanooru 389 – Generous in life and beyond
In this episode, we hear of an ancestor's fame, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 389, penned about the Leader Naller Muthiyan by the poet Kallil Aathiraiyanaar. The verse is situated…
00:06:06 |
Thu 25 Apr 2024
Puranaanooru 388 – The fame of a name
In this episode, we listen to impressive words of praise about a lord of a minor domain, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 388, penned about the Leader Pannan by the poet Madurai Alak…
00:06:04 |
Wed 24 Apr 2024
Puranaanooru 387 – Victory and generosity
In this episode, we listen to the glory of a king in war and compassion, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 387, penned about the Chera King Selvakadungo Vaazhiyaathan by the poet Kun…
00:08:00 |
Tue 23 Apr 2024
Puranaanooru 386 – Riches and rendering
In this episode, we perceive the prosperity of a country, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 386, penned about the Chozha King Kulamutrathu Thunjiya Killivalavan by the poet Kovoor Ki…
00:08:54 |
Mon 22 Apr 2024
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