Raagstars Podcast Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/raagstars-podcast Hosted by two part-time sitar players diving into the rich, resonant world of Indian Classical Music with a chill, conversational twist. In each episode, we explore ragas, rhythms, and the lives of true "raagstars" who carry this tradition forward, often featuring insightful (and fun) interviews with artists from across the Indian Classical Music spectrum. But it’s not just about the music — we also get into the things that shape us: anime, food, cultural identity, daily life, and everything in between. Whether you're a fellow musician, a curious listener, or just here for the vibes, welcome to the raga side of things. © 2025 Mathew Poovan, Gajanand Shekhar 7d239041-45a2-594b-bc59-43012021f89b yes Gajanand Shekhar Mathew Poovan en Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:33:41 -0500 Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:34:04 -0500 http://raagstars.com https://img.transistorcdn.com/SkKUv_z4Z-ebLNvlVK71Z1LXEDKtQ9L49FCb1c0tD00/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wZDc3/NzY3MTgwZDQxZTU5/NjZhMzAxMGNmMDM3/OTIxMC5wbmc.jpg Raagstars Podcast http://raagstars.com episodic Mathew Poovan, Gajanand Shekhar Hosted by two part-time sitar players diving into the rich, resonant world of Indian Classical Music with a chill, conversational twist. In each episode, we explore ragas, rhythms, and the lives of true "raagstars" who carry this tradition forward, often featuring insightful (and fun) interviews with artists from across the Indian Classical Music spectrum. But it’s not just about the music — we also get into the things that shape us: anime, food, cultural identity, daily life, and everything in between. Whether you're a fellow musician, a curious listener, or just here for the vibes, welcome to the raga side of things. Hosted by two part-time sitar players diving into the rich, resonant world of Indian Classical Music with a chill, conversational twist. Indian classical music, sitar, tabla, raga, Hindustani, Carnatic Mathew Poovan No No Raagstars Episode 4 - Rana Mohip Interview 4 4 Raagstars Episode 4 - Rana Mohip Interview full c0880ebc-5207-460d-8549-8c95cc56944d https://raagstars.com/episodes/raagstars-episode-4-rana-mohip-interview In this episode, recorded at the New York Kathak Festival, Gajanand sits down with a luminary of the Indo-Caribbean arts community: Rana Mohip. 

This is Part 2 of our conversation, where Gaj continues the discussion with an extended one-on-one interview with Rana.

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IG: @susanmohip
IG: @mohiprana
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susan.mohip/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rana.mohip/
University Website : https://utt.edu.tt/index.php?wk=71&staff=1&staff_key=2844
University Website: https://utt.edu.tt/index.php?wk=71&staff=1&staff_key=1496

Susan Mohip Dance Company Information:
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@babysusanmohip
IG: https://www.instagram.com/smdc.tt/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smdc.tt

]]> In this episode, recorded at the New York Kathak Festival, Gajanand sits down with a luminary of the Indo-Caribbean arts community: Rana Mohip. 

This is Part 2 of our conversation, where Gaj continues the discussion with an extended one-on-one interview with Rana.

💬 We’d love your support and feedback!
⭐ Like or rate us in your podcast player of choice
📸 Follow us on Instagram: @raagstars
📺 Subscribe on YouTube: @raagstars
📧 Drop us a note: raagstarspodcast@gmail.com
🌐 Learn more: www.raagstars.com

New episodes coming soon — thanks for listening!

To learn more about our guests:
IG: @susanmohip
IG: @mohiprana
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susan.mohip/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rana.mohip/
University Website : https://utt.edu.tt/index.php?wk=71&staff=1&staff_key=2844
University Website: https://utt.edu.tt/index.php?wk=71&staff=1&staff_key=1496

Susan Mohip Dance Company Information:
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@babysusanmohip
IG: https://www.instagram.com/smdc.tt/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smdc.tt

]]> Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:33:36 -0500 Mathew Poovan, Gajanand Shekhar Mathew Poovan, Gajanand Shekhar 3546 In this episode, recorded at the New York Kathak Festival, Gajanand sits down with a luminary of the Indo-Caribbean arts community: Rana Mohip. 

This is Part 2 of our conversation, where Gaj continues the discussion with an extended one-on-one interview with Rana.

💬 We’d love your support and feedback!
⭐ Like or rate us in your podcast player of choice
📸 Follow us on Instagram: @raagstars
📺 Subscribe on YouTube: @raagstars
📧 Drop us a note: raagstarspodcast@gmail.com
🌐 Learn more: www.raagstars.com

New episodes coming soon — thanks for listening!

To learn more about our guests:
IG: @susanmohip
IG: @mohiprana
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susan.mohip/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rana.mohip/
University Website : https://utt.edu.tt/index.php?wk=71&staff=1&staff_key=2844
University Website: https://utt.edu.tt/index.php?wk=71&staff=1&staff_key=1496

Susan Mohip Dance Company Information:
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@babysusanmohip
IG: https://www.instagram.com/smdc.tt/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smdc.tt

]]> Indian classical music, sitar, tabla, raga, Hindustani, Carnatic No Gajanand Shekhar Mathew Poovan Rana Mohip Raagstars Episode 3 - Susan and Rana Mohip Interview pt 1 3 3 Raagstars Episode 3 - Susan and Rana Mohip Interview pt 1 full b7bf38cb-4e0c-4db4-82ee-b2271d447457 https://raagstars.com/episodes/raagstars-episode-3-susan-and-rana-mohip-interview-pt-1 In this episode, recorded at the New York Kathak Festival, Gajanand sits down with two luminaries of the Indo-Caribbean arts community: Susan and Rana Mohip. Partners in both life and art, they share stories of their deep-rooted connection to Indian Classical music and dance, their training in India, and the vibrant cultural work they continue to lead in Trinidad and beyond.

This is Part 1 of our conversation, where we hear from both Susan and Rana together. Stay tuned for Part 2, where Gaj continues the discussion with an extended one-on-one interview with Rana.

💬 We’d love your support and feedback!
⭐ Like or rate us in your podcast player of choice
📸 Follow us on Instagram: @raagstars
📺 Subscribe on YouTube: @raagstars
📧 Drop us a note: raagstarspodcast@gmail.com
🌐 Learn more: www.raagstars.com

New episodes coming soon — thanks for listening!

]]> In this episode, recorded at the New York Kathak Festival, Gajanand sits down with two luminaries of the Indo-Caribbean arts community: Susan and Rana Mohip. Partners in both life and art, they share stories of their deep-rooted connection to Indian Classical music and dance, their training in India, and the vibrant cultural work they continue to lead in Trinidad and beyond.

This is Part 1 of our conversation, where we hear from both Susan and Rana together. Stay tuned for Part 2, where Gaj continues the discussion with an extended one-on-one interview with Rana.

💬 We’d love your support and feedback!
⭐ Like or rate us in your podcast player of choice
📸 Follow us on Instagram: @raagstars
📺 Subscribe on YouTube: @raagstars
📧 Drop us a note: raagstarspodcast@gmail.com
🌐 Learn more: www.raagstars.com

New episodes coming soon — thanks for listening!

]]> Mon, 10 Nov 2025 11:30:00 -0500 Mathew Poovan, Gajanand Shekhar Mathew Poovan, Gajanand Shekhar 1605 In this episode, recorded at the New York Kathak Festival, Gajanand sits down with two luminaries of the Indo-Caribbean arts community: Susan and Rana Mohip. Partners in both life and art, they share stories of their deep-rooted connection to Indian Classical music and dance, their training in India, and the vibrant cultural work they continue to lead in Trinidad and beyond.

This is Part 1 of our conversation, where we hear from both Susan and Rana together. Stay tuned for Part 2, where Gaj continues the discussion with an extended one-on-one interview with Rana.

💬 We’d love your support and feedback!
⭐ Like or rate us in your podcast player of choice
📸 Follow us on Instagram: @raagstars
📺 Subscribe on YouTube: @raagstars
📧 Drop us a note: raagstarspodcast@gmail.com
🌐 Learn more: www.raagstars.com

New episodes coming soon — thanks for listening!

]]> Indian classical music, sitar, tabla, raga, Hindustani, Carnatic No Gajanand Shekhar Mathew Poovan Rana Mohip Susan Mohip Origin Stories part 2 2 2 Origin Stories part 2 full cd77bfe2-c8c7-404f-a4f2-e018e81f48e6 https://raagstars.com/episodes/raagstars-episode-2-origin-stories-pt-2 Welcome back! Mat and Gajanand dive into a truly epic anime style flashback episode. Join us as Gaj drops the lore of his journey into Indian Classical Music. Don't worry, even the "filler" stories are canon! 

💬 We’d love your support and feedback!
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📺 Subscribe to our YouTube: @raagstars
🕧Tiktok us : @raagstars
🌐 Learn more: www.raagstars.com

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]]> Welcome back! Mat and Gajanand dive into a truly epic anime style flashback episode. Join us as Gaj drops the lore of his journey into Indian Classical Music. Don't worry, even the "filler" stories are canon! 

💬 We’d love your support and feedback!
⭐ Like or rate us in your podcast player of choice
📸 Follow us on Instagram: @raagstars
📺 Subscribe to our YouTube: @raagstars
🕧Tiktok us : @raagstars
🌐 Learn more: www.raagstars.com

New episodes coming soon — thanks for listening!

]]> Fri, 10 Oct 2025 15:50:36 -0400 Mathew Poovan, Gajanand Shekhar Mathew Poovan, Gajanand Shekhar 2800 Welcome back! Mat and Gajanand dive into a truly epic anime style flashback episode. Join us as Gaj drops the lore of his journey into Indian Classical Music. Don't worry, even the "filler" stories are canon! 

💬 We’d love your support and feedback!
⭐ Like or rate us in your podcast player of choice
📸 Follow us on Instagram: @raagstars
📺 Subscribe to our YouTube: @raagstars
🕧Tiktok us : @raagstars
🌐 Learn more: www.raagstars.com

New episodes coming soon — thanks for listening!

]]> Indian classical music, sitar, tabla, raga, Hindustani, Carnatic No Gajanand Shekhar Mathew Poovan Origin Stories part 1 1 1 Origin Stories part 1 full a8e797b2-4a99-443b-b5c5-2c7c5d9a0c79 https://raagstars.com/episodes/origin-stories-part-1 Welcome to the very first episode of Raagstars! In this premiere, (recorded last year and finally being edited and released!) Mat and Gajanand dive into Mat's musical origin story — from discovering the sitar to his evolving relationship with Indian Classical Music as a first-generation Indian American.

Along the way, we chat about early influences, what drew us to this timeless art form, and how culture and creativity shape our connection to it.

💬 We’d love your support and feedback!
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📸 Follow us on Instagram: @raagstars
📺 Subscribe to our YouTube: @raagstars
📧 Drop us a note: raagstarspodcast@gmail.com

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]]> Welcome to the very first episode of Raagstars! In this premiere, (recorded last year and finally being edited and released!) Mat and Gajanand dive into Mat's musical origin story — from discovering the sitar to his evolving relationship with Indian Classical Music as a first-generation Indian American.

Along the way, we chat about early influences, what drew us to this timeless art form, and how culture and creativity shape our connection to it.

💬 We’d love your support and feedback!
⭐ Like or rate us in your podcast player of choice
📸 Follow us on Instagram: @raagstars
📺 Subscribe to our YouTube: @raagstars
📧 Drop us a note: raagstarspodcast@gmail.com

New episodes coming soon — thanks for listening!

]]> Mon, 01 Sep 2025 21:32:56 -0400 Mathew Poovan, Gajanand Shekhar Mathew Poovan, Gajanand Shekhar 2436 Welcome to the very first episode of Raagstars! In this premiere, (recorded last year and finally being edited and released!) Mat and Gajanand dive into Mat's musical origin story — from discovering the sitar to his evolving relationship with Indian Classical Music as a first-generation Indian American.

Along the way, we chat about early influences, what drew us to this timeless art form, and how culture and creativity shape our connection to it.

💬 We’d love your support and feedback!
⭐ Like or rate us in your podcast player of choice
📸 Follow us on Instagram: @raagstars
📺 Subscribe to our YouTube: @raagstars
📧 Drop us a note: raagstarspodcast@gmail.com

New episodes coming soon — thanks for listening!

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