Durga Puja 2018: 6 podcasts every millennial Bengalis must listen to
Bengalis can’t keep calm as the big day is finally here. While checking all the items on your to-do list, it will be easy to have a guide that you can listen to while losing yourself in festive colors. From looking your best to organizing chanting sessions with friends and family, everything adds on to a bucket of memories.
Here is a list of five podcasts that will be helpful to every devotee trying to have a memorable Durga Puja.
Durga Mantras - Chanting and Kirtan: Comprising of 58 episodes, these podcasts by Sukadev Bretz will help you in making an aura for chanting and recitation of Durga Mantras and Kirtans in glory of the Divine Mother. It mostly consists of recordings by Yoga Vidya Ashram Germany.
Beginner's Durga Puja: These are the free audio classes where, Swami Satyananda Saraswati of Devi Mandir takes you through an ancient system of worship for Devi, with complete instructions on what to do, when, and why.
Cooking in Real Time: Curated by Zora O'Neill, these podcasts are meant for practical kitchens. Practise and relish these recipes while you get together with your loved ones over lunch or dinner.
The Kitchen Counter - Home Cooking Tips and Inspiration: These are episodes can be saviours for the millennials who live far from family and want to grow their skills and confidence in the kitchen. There are 120 episodes that help you with planning the meal and cooking it.
The Art of Photography: To capture the Durga idol in the right way, a curated by Ted Forbes, the detailed episodes will help any beginner photographer with techniques, composition and philosophy of photography. It covers diverse topics such as craft, digital photography, film, darkroom techniques and more.
Saks Hair & Beauty Podcast: These files can help you with regular video tips and tricks to do with hair, beauty treatments and make-up application this festive season.
The article has been authored by Mr. Gautam Raj Anand, Founder & CEO of Hubhopper.