Best Nivedita Podcasts (2024)

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Neil Van Leeuwen, "Religion As Make-Believe: A Theory of Belief, Imagination, and Group Identity" (Harvard UP, 2023) 1:17:12

4h ago1:17:12

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It is an intuitive truth that religious beliefs are different from ordinary factual beliefs. We understand that a belief in God or the sacredness of scripture is not the same as believing that the sun will rise again tomorrow or that flipping the switch will turn on the light. In Religion as Make Believe: A Theory of Belief, Imagination, and Group …

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How to Study Effectively without Distractions Part-2 | Ft. Vinay Mishra | The Mradul Sachan Show-106 26:45

13d ago26:45

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In this episode, educator Vinay Mishra provides invaluable insights on exam preparation, including last-minute study strategies and effective tips. He delves into whether hard work or luck plays a more significant role in a student's success and offers guidance on harnessing the law of attraction to achieve academic goals. Additionally, Vinay discu…

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Challenges, Importance of Feedback, Art Block, Tips for New Artists Ft. Sneha Singh | TMSS-105 25:10

20d ago25:10

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In this episode, we sit down with renowned artist Sneha Singh to dive deep into her creative journey and the intricacies of the art world. Sneha shares her passion for promoting India's rich cultural heritage through her art and the inspiration behind her unique approach. We explore the challenges and rewards of an artist's life, from navigating ex…

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Victoria Smolkin, "A Sacred Space Is Never Empty: A History of Soviet Atheism" (Princeton UP, 2018) 1:03:31

27d ago1:03:31

1:03:31

The specter of the “Godless” Soviet Union haunted the United States and continental Western Europe throughout the Cold War, but what did atheism mean in the Soviet Union? What was its relationship with religion? In her new book, A Sacred Space Is Never Empty: A History of Soviet Atheism, Dr. Victoria Smolkin explores how the Soviet state defined an…

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Weight Loss Guide, Diet Secrets & Mindless Eating Ft. Silver Sethi | TMSS-104 25:46

28d ago25:46

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In this episode of The Mradul Sachan Show, dietitian and nutritionist Silver Sethi joins us to explore the evolving landscape of dietary and nutritional needs. She explains how dietary requirements change over time and how she tailors diet plans based on individual factors. We dive into the difference between fat loss and weight loss, uncover reaso…

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How to STUDY EFFECTIVELY without DISTRACTIONS ? Ft. Vinay Mishra | TMSS-103 31:07

1M ago31:07

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Welcome to another episode of The Mradul Sachan Show! Today, we have the pleasure of welcoming one of India's Top Educator Mr. Vinay Mishra for the third time. In this enlightening episode we dive deep into the world of education and success, Vinay Mishra shares his journey, insights on effective study habits, motivation strategies, and tips for ex…

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Science behind Astrology, Black Magic & Remedies Explained Ft. Kritika Mathur | TMSS-102 1:08:13

1M ago1:08:13

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In this episode of The Mradul Sachan Show, we sit down with renowned astrologer Kritika Mathur to delve into the fascinating world of astrology. Kritika shares her journey of becoming an astrologer, explaining the basics of astrology in simple terms. We explore the connection between karma and destiny, and whether astrology can influence our future…

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Rachel M. Scott, "Recasting Islamic Law: Religion and the Nation State in Egyptian Constitution Making" (Cornell UP, 2021) 1:05:23

2M ago1:05:23

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By examining the intersection of Islamic law, state law, religion, and culture in the Egyptian nation-building process, Recasting Islamic Law: Religion and the Nation State in Egyptian Constitution Making (Cornell University Press, 2021) highlights how the sharia, when attached to constitutional commitments, is reshaped into modern Islamic state la…

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Creating a Better World: Conversation with Nivedita Shiromani | Founder Helping For Smile | TMSS-101 15:41

2M ago15:41

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In this episode of The Mradul Sachan Show, we sit down with Nivedita Shiromani, the visionary behind Helping for Smile foundation, to explore her remarkable journey from a Bachelor of Commerce student to a passionate advocate for social change. Nivedita shares about the personal transformation she experienced upon founding the foundation, highlight…

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Predict Future with your DOB | Power of Numerology Explained by Astrologer Rekha Jain | TMSS-100 42:06

2M ago42:06

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Join us in celebrating a monumental milestone on The Mradul Sachan Show with our 100th special episode featuring the esteemed numerologist, Rekha Jain! She has 121k instagram followers, 177k youTube subscribers and clients from over 15 nations. In this insightful conversation, Rekha starts by unraveling the mysteries of numerology, shedding light o…

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Dealing with Depression & Suicide Prevention with Dr. Mayaa SH | TMSS-99 37:45

2M ago37:45

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In this episode, we have someone who has 13 world records on her name, awarded with Modern Literary Star of India 2022, popularly known as "Lady Gandhi":- Dr. Mayaa SH. She guides us through the puzzles of suicide prevention, starting with an introduction to her background in mental health advocacy. We explore the causes behind suicidal thoughts an…

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Secularism, the State, and Islam 24:36

2M ago24:36

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An interview with Dr. Nadia Fadil who speaks about secularism the state and Islam. We delve into questions such as what it means to call Islam a lived and embodied reality and what the relationship is between Islam and secularism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://n…

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Laws for Couples, Live in Relationship, Kissing & Divorce | Advocate Richa Singh | TMSS-98 24:16

2M ago24:16

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In this engaging episode of The Mradul Sachan Show, Advocate Richa Singh discusses important legal aspects of relationships & personal rights in India. She covers topics such as whether unmarried couples can book hotel rooms, the legality of premarital sex and live-in relationships, & what couples should consider to avoid legal issues. She addresse…

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Publishing Scams, Author's Earning, Challenges, Self Publishing & more - Divya Trivedi | TMSS-97 34:57

3M ago34:57

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Join us on The Mradul Sachan Show as we sit down with Divya Trivedi, founder of a leading book publishing company- SGSH. Discover Divya's journey into the industry, from her humble beginnings to overcoming initial hurdles. Explore the entire book publishing process, from ideation to availability on platforms like Amazon, along with insights into se…

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Yellow Teeth, Dental Cleaning, Bad Breath, Oral Health- Dental Surgeon Dr. Suhani Talesara | TMSS-96 19:55

3M ago19:55

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Join us on The Mradul Sachan Show as we chat with Dr. Suhani Talesara, an experienced dental surgeon, about everything you need to know for a healthy smile. Dr. Suhani will explain when you should see a dentist, how often you should go for check-ups, and what can happen if you skip them. She'll share easy tips for keeping your teeth clean and brigh…

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Todd H. Weir, "Red Secularism: Socialism and Secularist Culture in Germany 1890 to 1933" (Cambridge UP, 2023) 36:59

3M ago36:59

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Red Secularism: Socialism and Secularist Culture in Germany 1890 to 1933 (Cambridge UP, 2023) is the first substantive investigation into one of the key sources of radicalism in modern German, the subculture that arose at the intersection of secularism and socialism in the late nineteenth-century. It explores the organizations that promoted their h…

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India's Top Fitness Coach on Healthy Life, Fake Supplements, Weight Loss-Rahul Singh | TMSS-95 46:10

3M ago46:10

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Today, we sit down with fitness coach Rahul Singh on The Mradul Sachan Show to uncover the secrets to a healthy lifestyle. Rahul opens up about his personal fitness journey & how he became popular in fitness industry. He shares his daily routine, workouts, and diet regimen, providing a comprehensive look at what it takes to maintain peak physical c…

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Nivedita Menon, "Secularism As Misdirection: Critical Thought from the Global South" (Duke UP, 2024) 1:09:14

3M ago1:09:14

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In this episode, we speak to Nivedita Menon about her new book, Secularism as Misdirection: Critical Thought from the Global South (Duke University Press, 2024; Permanent Black, 2023). Secularism as Misdirection is an ambitious and wide-ranging work, unravelling a term that is perhaps as contentious as it is ubiquitous in discourses of the Global S…

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Irregular Periods, Infertility, PCOS, Pregnancy Issues- Women Specialist Dr. Kajal Agarwal | TMSS-94 38:07

3M ago38:07

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Discover the details of women's health & wellness in this explanatory episode of The Mradul Sachan Show featuring esteemed women and child specialist, Dr. Kajal Agrawal. From the potential of homeopathic treatments in preventing surgeries to clearifying the link between infertility & irregular periods, Dr. Agrawal provides valuable insights. Learn …

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Commissioned Work, Artist Block, Digital Art, Dream Collab & Life of a Artist-Shreya5Art® | TMSS-93 25:08

4M ago25:08

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Step into the world of Shreya, a self-taught artist who shares her story in this podcast episode. She tells us how she started drawing when she was young and how it became her big passion. Shreya now draws full-time, but she explains how she got to this point and what her parents think about her career choice. She talks about her favorite materials…

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Exploring MasterChef India with Dr.Priyanka Biswas ( Season 6 Finalist) | The Mradul Sachan Show-92 45:07

4M ago45:07

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Join us for an in-depth and inspiring episode of The Mradul Sachan Show as we sit down with the multifaceted MasterChef Priyanka Biswas (MasterChef India Season-6 Finalist). A true embodiment of versatility, Priyanka opens up about her remarkable journey from being a doctor and a senior assessment officer at the Ministry of Rural Development to ach…

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Eye Problems, Hair Loss, Diet Hacks & Spotless Face-Dr. Sakshi Gupta | The Mradul Sachan Show-91 50:37

4M ago50:37

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Dr. Sakshi Gupta, an Homeopathic Consultant and Organizing Secretary- Delhi Homeopathic Medical Association. In this episode, we'll talk about what it really means to be healthy and fit. Then, we'll look at why so many people in India are having eye problems and how you can take care of your eyes at home. Dr. Gupta will give easy tips and clear up …

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Christopher Cameron, "Black Freethinkers: A History of African American Secularism" (Northwestern UP, 2019) 48:56

5M ago48:56

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Black Freethinkers: A History of African American Secularism (Northwestern University Press, 2019) by Christopher Cameron, an Associate Professor of history at the University of North Carolina, Charlotte, is a precise and nuanced history of African American secularism from the early nineteenth century to the mid-twentieth century. This text is writ…

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School Rustication se Gold Medal Tak ka Safar: World Champion Sohail Khan | TMSS-90 35:48

5M ago35:48

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In this inspiring episode of "The Mradul Sachan Show," we will get to hear the amazing story of 'Golden Boy of Madhya Pradesh' Sohail Khan, a real-life hero who never gave up. From facing tough times to becoming a champion, Sohail's journey is full of inspiration. He is 18 times National Champion & Junior World Champion in Kudo. We learn about Kudo…

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Struggles of Food Blogger, Money, Fame, Viral Poha Uncle & Weird Food Ft. Harshita Gautam | TMSS-89 16:13

5M ago16:13

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Tune in to this flavourful episode as we delve into the world of food blogging with the talented Harshita Gautam. From her humble beginnings to becoming a prominent figure in the food blogging industry, Harshita shares insights, challenges, and hilarious anecdotes from her journey. Get ready for some mouth-watering discussions and rapid-fire rounds…

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Fauji Mindset, War Stories, Decision Making & Threat to India - Lt Colonel Kamal | TMSS-88 1:12:20

5M ago1:12:20

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Jai Hind everyone, In this Military Special episode of The Mradul Sachan Show, we have Lieutenant Colonel Kamalpreet ma'am. She has talked about her school days, her preparation phase for joining the armed forces. She reflects on inspirational figures in her life & the role of motivational songs in her journey. Discover the daily life & rigorous tr…

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Everything you should know about Menstruation | Ft. Riya Kushwaha (Founder- Him to Her) | TMSS-87 38:34

6M ago38:34

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Tune in to this informative and eye-opening discussion about the taboo subject of menstruation and break the silence surrounding it. In this episode we have explored why many girls still hesitate to openly discuss periods, uncovered the logical reasons behind common myths, such as avoiding temples or hair washing during menstruation. Beyond mood sw…

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How to improve Mental Health? Stress Management, Self Care & Family Support Ft. Counsellor | TMSS 86 34:28

6M ago34:28

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In this special Holi-themed episode, we have Meenakshi Mishra, a highly experienced Counselor and Personality Development Coach with 15 years of expertise, currently associated with the esteemed NGO "Zindagi Tujhe Salaam." We've discussed mental health in simple terms, explored the causes and symptoms of mental health issues, provided practical tip…

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Building Customized Products Company, Challenges, Parents Support & Future Vision Ft. Subahu Jain 23:41

6M ago23:41

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Join us for a enlightening episode of The Mradul Sachan Show as we explore the entrepreneurial journey of Subahu Jain, founder of MyMake Prints®. Subahu shares the inspiration behind starting MyMake Prints and discusses the significance of its name. Subahu shares whether he had a plan B while embarking on this entrepreneurial journey and offers ins…

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கொட்டுமேளம் - லா.ச. ரா - சிறுகதை - Kottumelam - La.Sa.Raa- Short Story 1:06:40

8M ago1:06:40

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# கொட்டுமேளம் - லா.ச. ரா - சிறுகதை - Kottumelam - La.Sa.Raa- Short Story

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அரோமா - லோகேஷ் ரகுராமன் - சிறுகதை - Aroma - Lokesh Raghuraman - Short Story 1:02:13

8M ago1:02:13

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அரோமா - லோகேஷ் ரகுராமன் - சிறுகதை - Aroma - Lokesh Raghuraman - Short Story Find out more at https://kadha-kelu-kadha-kelu.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

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Stephen Bales, "Serapis: The Sacred Library and Its Declericalization" (Library Juice Press, 2021) 1:05:46

11M ago1:05:46

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The Greco-Egyptian syncretistic god Serapis was used by the 3rd century BCE Ptolemaic pharaohs to impose Greek cultural hegemony and consolidate political power. The Alexandrian Serapeum, sometimes referred to as The Great Library of Alexandria’s “daughter library,” may be seen as an archetype for institutions where religion and secular knowledge c…

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Rik Peels, "Life without God: An Outsider's Look at Atheism" (Cambridge UP, 2023) 43:06

12M ago43:06

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In Life without God: An Outsider's Look at Atheism (Cambridge UP, 2023), Rik Peels explores atheism from a new perspective that aims to go beyond the highly polarized debate about arguments for and against God's existence. Since our beliefs about the most important things in life are not usually based on arguments, we should look beyond atheistic a…

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A Better Way to Buy Books 32:44

1y ago32:44

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Bookshop.org is an online book retailer that donates more than 80% of its profits to independent bookstores. Launched in 2020, Bookshop.org has already raised more than $27,000,000. In this interview, Andy Hunter, founder and CEO discusses his journey to creating one of the most revolutionary new organizations in the book world. Bookshop has found …

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The Future of Secularization: A Discussion with Ryan Cragun 33:56

1y ago33:56

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The statement ‘we live in a secular age’ is open to the obvious challenge that in some parts of the word, religion is a growing force in society. And even in places such as the US, religious activists seem to have growing influence – as the recent US Supreme Court decision about abortion suggests. So, is this actually a secular age? Ryan Cragun is …

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Sharada Sugirtharajah, "Religious and Non-Religious Perspectives on Happiness and Wellbeing" (Routledge, 2022) 41:08

1y ago41:08

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Sharada Sugirtharajah's edited volume Religious and Non-Religious Perspectives on Happiness and Wellbeing (Routledge, 2022) explores the theme of happiness and well-being from religious, spiritual, philosophical, psychological, humanistic, and health perspectives. Taking a non-binary approach, it considers how happiness in particular has been under…

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Renny Thomas, "Science and Religion in India: Beyond Disenchantment" (Routledge, 2022) 29:20

1y ago29:20

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Science and Religion in India: Beyond Disenchantment (Routledge, 2022) provides an in-depth ethnographic study of science and religion in the context of South Asia, giving voice to Indian scientists and shedding valuable light on their engagement with religion. Drawing on biographical, autobiographical, historical, and ethnographic material, the vo…

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Michael Muhammad Knight, "Sufi Deleuze: Secretions of Islamic Atheism" (Fordham UP, 2023) 39:50

1y ago39:50

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“There is always an atheism to be extracted from a religion,” Deleuze and Guattari write in their final collaboration, What Is Philosophy? Their claim that Christianity “secretes” atheism “more than any other religion,” however, reflects the limits of their archive. Theological projects seeking to engage Deleuze remain embedded within Christian the…

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Anna Della Subin, "Accidental Gods: On Race, Empire, and Men Unwittingly Turned Divine" (Metropolitan Books, 2021) 1:22:08

1y ago1:22:08

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Ever since 1492, when Christopher Columbus made landfall in the New World and was hailed as a heavenly being, the accidental god has haunted the modern age. From Haile Selassie, acclaimed as the Living God in Jamaica, to Britain's Prince Philip, who became the unlikely center of a new religion on a South Pacific island, men made divine—nearly alway…

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J. Barton Scott, "Slandering the Sacred: Blasphemy Law and Religious Affect in Colonial India" (U Chicago Press, 2023) 30:28

1y ago30:28

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Why is religion today so often associated with giving and taking offense? To answer this question, Slandering the Sacred: Blasphemy Law and Religious Affect in Colonial India (U Chicago Press, 2023) invites us to consider how colonial infrastructures shaped our globalized world. Through the origin and afterlives of a 1927 British imperial law (Sect…

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Socialist Cultures and Politics of Secularism and Atheism 1:12:43

1+ y ago1:12:43

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Two new books on secularism and atheism in German and Soviet socialist cultures are reshaping scholarly understandings of the relationship between socialism and religion. Todd Weir and Victoria Smolkin show that socialist secularism and atheism were not concerned solely with destroying a tool of class oppression, as Marx had envisioned, but with cr…

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அற்றது பற்றெனில் - இந்திரா பார்த்தசாரதி-சிறுகதை| Atradhu Patrenil - Indra Parthasarathy- Short Story 26:15

1+ y ago26:15

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# அற்றது பற்றெனில் - இந்திரா பார்த்தசாரதி-சிறுகதை| Atradhu Patrenil - Indra Parthasarathy- Short Story

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Patrick J. Corbeil, "Empire and Progress in the Victorian Secularist Movement: Imagining a Secular World" (Palgrave MacMillan, 2022) 1:04:15

1+ y ago1:04:15

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Empire and Progress in the Victorian Secularist Movement: Imagining a Secular World (Palgrave Macmillan, 2022) by Dr. Patrick Corbeil is the first extensive historical analysis of the relationship between empire and the Victorian secularist movement. Historians have paid little attention to the role of empire in the development of organized free th…

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Justine Ellis, "The Politics of Religious Literacy: Education and Emotion in a Secular Age" (Brill, 2022) 1:06:53

1+ y ago1:06:53

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Religious Literacy has become a popular concept for navigating religious diversity in public life. In The Politics of Religious Literacy: Education and Emotion in a Secular Age (Brill, 2022), Justine Ellis challenges commonly held understandings of religious literacy as an inclusive framework for engaging with religion in modern, multifaith democra…

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Elaine H. Ecklund and David R. Johnson, "Varieties of Atheism in Science" (Oxford UP, 2021) 1:12:39

1+ y ago1:12:39

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Not all atheists are New Atheists, but thanks in large part to the prominence and influence of New Atheists such as Richard Dawkins, Sam Harris, Daniel Dennett, and Christopher Hitchens, New Atheism has claimed the pulpit of secularity in Western society. New Atheists have given voice to marginalized nonreligious individuals and underscored the imp…

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நிலை - வண்ணதாசன்- சிறுகதை|Nilai - Vannadasan - Sirukadhai 20:14

1+ y ago20:14

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# நிலை - வண்ணதாசன்- சிறுகதை|Nilai - Vannadasan - Sirukadhai

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Relationship ka Asli Matlab, Tips to Move On and Finding Happiness Ft. Vinay Mishra | TMSS-84 12:34

1+ y ago12:34

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Welcome to 84th episode of #themradulsachanshow. Aaj ke episode m hmare sath h Vinay Mishra sir,.. unse hmne depth m janne ki kosis kri h ki relationship aur break-up ka actual matlab hota kya h aur agr hm relationship m aa bhi gye toh break up kyu ho jata h,.. I know letting go off the past and moving ahead in your life is always difficult pr brea…

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David Edmonds, "Parfit: A Philosopher and His Mission to Save Morality" (Princeton UP, 2023) 34:28

1+ y ago34:28

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Derek Parfit (1942-2017) is the most famous philosopher most people have never heard of. Widely regarded as one of the greatest moral thinkers of the past hundred years, Parfit was anything but a public intellectual. Yet his ideas have shaped the way philosophers think about things that affect us all: equality, altruism, what we owe to future gener…