Sri Sathya Sai Podcast (Official)

Discussion on Discourse 09 (May 29, 1973) - Part 4Among the thousands of discourses delivered by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, those that He gave as part of the Summer Course series are remarkably special. They are focused on specific spiritual themes, and as they are for youngsters, the elucidation is gradual. In this series, members of SSSMC go through the discourses delivered as part of the 1973 Summer Course Series. These discourses were on Adi Shankara's Bhaja Govindam.'Shravanam Mananam Nidhidhyasanam' which can be translated as 'Listen, Reflect and Assimilate' is a Vedantic edict to the spiritual aspirant on how the Supreme Truths are to be approached and absorbed. In this series, short clips of the discourses are listened to and reflected upon, with the prayer that the assimilation happens.

This series helps to relive, reflect and derive insightsfrom some of the beautiful articles published in the early issues of Sanathana Sarathi, the ashram monthly magazine from Prasanthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi.

This is a discussion on 'Sandeha Nivarini', the volumewritten by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba which initially appeared as a series of articles in Sanathana Sarathi - the ashram monthly magazine from PrasanthiNilayam, Puttaparthi.

This is a discussion on 'Sandeha Nivarini', the volumewritten by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba which initially appeared as a series of articles in Sanathana Sarathi - the ashram monthly magazine from PrasanthiNilayam, Puttaparthi.

The Mystery and Message behind MaterialisationsPanel Discussion - CG Sai Prakash, Bishu Prusty and Prem AnoshIn the second part of this Aradhana Mahotsavam Special Satsang, the Sri Sathya Sai Media Centre team reflects on the powerful revelations Bhagawan made while responding to a journalist's questions on the phenomenon of materialisations.“As the intention arises in My mind, so the thing is made. The moment it is willed, the thing comes to My hand.”“It is not as if I give these things only to those devoted to Me; I give whenever it is necessary to turn the afflicted towards the Godward path.”“I intend that the recipients should be filled with Prema. I have no desire of any kind. My talk is of Love; My path is the path of Love. My Prema will neither decline nor diminish.”Through such profound declarations, Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba left the journalist deeply astonished, challenging his long-held scepticism and opening before him an entirely new spiritual dimension that had remained closed for decades.These words of Swami are as deep as they are eternal. Each time we contemplate on them, they enable us to internalise, in greater measure than ever before, the power, wisdom, grace, and boundless love that is Sri Sathya Sai.

When our health obstructs our dutiesThis is a series that was aired on Radio Sai Asia Stream (Prasanthi Stream now) in 2016-17. The host replies to questions on practising spirituality in daily life based on Bhagawan's timeless message. The questions were received from an audience that varied in age, profession, and cultural background.

The Gita Series - A triune pilgrimage - 228 - Ch 18 - Sloka 29 to 32The three types of Buddhi.

This is an evergreen series which facilitates anyone to learn and sing Sai Bhajans the way it is sung everyday during the prayer sessions in the Sai Kulwant Hall,  Prasanthi Nilayam. The notes, lyrics, raga, rhythm, the meaning and stories concerning the bhajan are explained in detail. If youare a Sai bhajan enthusiast, you may enjoy this!

This series helps to relive, reflect and derive insightsfrom some of the beautiful articles published in the early issues of Sanathana Sarathi, the ashram monthly magazine from Prasanthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi.

Discussion on Discourse 09 (May 29, 1973) - Part 3Among the thousands of discourses delivered by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, those that He gave as part of the Summer Course series are remarkably special. They are focused on specific spiritual themes, and as they are for youngsters, the elucidation is gradual. In this series, members of SSSMC go through the discourses delivered as part of the 1973 Summer Course Series. These discourses were on Adi Shankara's Bhaja Govindam.'Shravanam Mananam Nidhidhyasanam' which can be translated as 'Listen, Reflect and Assimilate' is a Vedantic edict to the spiritual aspirant on how the Supreme Truths are to be approached and absorbed. In this series, short clips of the discourses are listened to and reflected upon, with the prayer that the assimilation happens.

This is a discussion on 'Sandeha Nivarini', the volumewritten by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba which initially appeared as a series of articles in Sanathana Sarathi - the ashram monthly magazine from PrasanthiNilayam, Puttaparthi.

Why Divinity Descends in Human Form“I resolved upon My own birth. I decided who is to be the mother. The task for which this birth was resolved upon is—conferring Prema.”“In My present Avathar, I have come armed with the fullness of the power of the formless God—to correct mankind, raise human consciousness, and put people back on the path of Truth, Righteousness, Peace, and Love, leading them to Divinity.”“The realisation of the indwelling God as the motivator of life is the very purpose for which Avatars descend in human form.”These are among the profoundly revealing moments when Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba unequivocally articulated the mission, momentum, and immense significance of the Sri Sathya Sai Avatar. Remarkably, these words emerged during an interaction with a journalist who initially approached Him with deep scepticism. Yet, touched by Bhagawan's boundless love, wisdom, and grace, the same journalist was transformed, eventually authoring the remarkable book God Lives in India.As we prepare to observe Aradhana Day, today's Satsang offers us an opportunity to reflect deeply on these epoch-making declarations of our Beloved Bhagawan—words that continue to inspire, awaken, and guide seekers on the path to Divine Love.

Dealing with unreasonable criticism of our workThis is a series that was aired on Radio Sai Asia Stream (Prasanthi Stream now) in 2016-17. The host replies to questions on practising spirituality in daily life based on Bhagawan's timeless message. The questions were received from an audience that varied in age, profession, and cultural background.

Temples as Living Energy FieldsProf Ujwala Chakradeo is an architect-academician and the Vice Chancellor of SNDT Women's University, with a distinguished career spanning architecture, urban planning, and heritage conservation. Her recent book, Temples of Bharat: A Journey through Time, Art, Architecture and Culture, synthesises her expertise in design, planning, and cultural history, presenting Indian temple architecture as a living lens to understand India's civilisational knowledge systems.She was one of the distinguished speakers at the 2nd Global Vedic Conference held at Prasanthi Nilayam in January 2026, where she elucidated how the temple architecture of Bharat is a living expression of India's Vedic knowledge.Later, at the Sri Sathya Sai Media Centre, she dwelt deeply on the spiritual science behind temple architecture in India and across the world.

Dr Karuna Shankar Pande served as Vice President – International Operations at Amazon from April 2024 to February 2026. Prior to this, he held leadership roles across several global organisations over a distinguished career spanning more than three and a half decades. A motivational speaker and author, he has written insightful books such as Management Karma – The Art of Being Happily Successful, Effective Follower Today, Great Leader Tomorrow, and Latent Output – Realising Hidden Potential.He had his first darshan of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba in 2002, and since then, Bhagawan has become the very breath of his life. Even while facing a seven-year battle with cancer, he shares that, with Swami's presence, what seemed like a tragedy transformed into a blessed opportunity to experience deep Divine proximity.

The Gita Series - A triune pilgrimage - 227 - Ch 18 - Sloka 26 to 28The three types of Kartas or Doers.

This series helps to relive, reflect and derive insightsfrom some of the beautiful articles published in the early issues of Sanathana Sarathi, the ashram monthly magazine from Prasanthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi.

Discussion on Discourse 09 (May 29, 1973) - Part 2Among the thousands of discourses delivered by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, those that He gave as part of the Summer Course series are remarkably special. They are focused on specific spiritual themes, and as they are for youngsters, the elucidation is gradual. In this series, members of SSSMC go through the discourses delivered as part of the 1973 Summer Course Series. These discourses were on Adi Shankara's Bhaja Govindam.'Shravanam Mananam Nidhidhyasanam' which can be translated as 'Listen, Reflect and Assimilate' is a Vedantic edict to the spiritual aspirant on how the Supreme Truths are to be approached and absorbed. In this series, short clips of the discourses are listened to and reflected upon, with the prayer that the assimilation happens.

This is a discussion on 'Sandeha Nivarini', the volumewritten by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba which initially appeared as a series of articles in Sanathana Sarathi - the ashram monthly magazine from PrasanthiNilayam, Puttaparthi.

Do animals also have Karma?This is a series that was aired on Radio Sai Asia Stream (Prasanthi Stream now) in 2016-17. The host replies to questions on practising spirituality in daily life based on Bhagawan's timeless message. The questions were received from an audience that varied in age, profession, and cultural background.

The Gita Series - A triune pilgrimage - 226 - Ch 18 - Sloka 21 to 25The three types of Jnana and the three types of Karma.

This series helps to relive, reflect and derive insightsfrom some of the beautiful articles published in the early issues of Sanathana Sarathi, the ashram monthly magazine from Prasanthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi. 

This is an evergreen series which facilitates anyone to learn and sing Sai Bhajans the way it is sung everyday during the prayer sessions in the Sai Kulwant Hall,  Prasanthi Nilayam. The notes, lyrics, raga, rhythm, the meaning and stories concerning the bhajan are explained in detail. If youare a Sai bhajan enthusiast, you may enjoy this!

Discussion on Discourse 09 (May 29, 1973) - Part 1Among the thousands of discourses delivered by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, those that He gave as part of the Summer Course series are remarkably special. They are focused on specific spiritual themes, and as they are for youngsters, the elucidation is gradual. In this series, members of SSSMC go through the discourses delivered as part of the 1973 Summer Course Series. These discourses were on Adi Shankara's Bhaja Govindam.'Shravanam Mananam Nidhidhyasanam' which can be translated as 'Listen, Reflect and Assimilate' is a Vedantic edict to the spiritual aspirant on how the Supreme Truths are to be approached and absorbed. In this series, short clips of the discourses are listened to and reflected upon, with the prayer that the assimilation happens.

This is a discussion on 'Sandeha Nivarini', the volumewritten by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba which initially appeared as a series of articles in Sanathana Sarathi - the ashram monthly magazine from PrasanthiNilayam, Puttaparthi.

Is Self-Realisation and God-Realisation the same?This is a series that was aired on Radio Sai Asia Stream (Prasanthi Stream now) in 2016-17. The host replies to questions on practising spirituality in daily life based on Bhagawan's timeless message. The questions were received from an audience that varied in age, profession, and cultural background.

This is an evergreen series which facilitates anyone to learn and sing Sai Bhajans the way it is sung everyday during the prayer sessions in the Sai Kulwant Hall,  Prasanthi Nilayam. The notes, lyrics, raga, rhythm, the meaning and stories concerning the bhajan are explained in detail. If youare a Sai bhajan enthusiast, you may enjoy this!

The Gita Series - A triune pilgrimage - 225 - Ch 18 - Sloka 18 to 20The three impulses for and the three constituents of action.

This is an evergreen series which facilitates anyone to learn and sing Sai Bhajans the way it is sung everyday during the prayer sessions in the Sai Kulwant Hall,  Prasanthi Nilayam. The notes, lyrics, raga, rhythm, the meaning and stories concerning the bhajan are explained in detail. If youare a Sai bhajan enthusiast, you may enjoy this!

Discussion on Discourse 08 (May 28, 1973) - Part 3Among the thousands of discourses delivered by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, those that He gave as part of the Summer Course series are remarkably special. They are focused on specific spiritual themes, and as they are for youngsters, the elucidation is gradual. In this series, members of SSSMC go through the discourses delivered as part of the 1973 Summer Course Series. These discourses were on Adi Shankara's Bhaja Govindam.'Shravanam Mananam Nidhidhyasanam' which can be translated as 'Listen, Reflect and Assimilate' is a Vedantic edict to the spiritual aspirant on how the Supreme Truths are to be approached and absorbed. In this series, short clips of the discourses are listened to and reflected upon, with the prayer that the assimilation happens.

This is a discussion on 'Sandeha Nivarini', the volumewritten by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba which initially appeared as a series of articles in Sanathana Sarathi - the ashram monthly magazine from PrasanthiNilayam, Puttaparthi.

The three Gunas and three DoshasThis is a series that was aired on Radio Sai Asia Stream (Prasanthi Stream now) in 2016-17. The host replies to questions on practising spirituality in daily life based on Bhagawan's timeless message. The questions were received from an audience that varied in age, profession, and cultural background.

This series helps to relive, reflect and derive insightsfrom some of the beautiful articles published in the early issues of Sanathana Sarathi, the ashram monthly magazine from Prasanthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi. 

The Gita Series - A triune pilgrimage - 224 - Ch 18 - Sloka 14 to 17Five entities that are responsible for actions.

Discussion on Discourse 08 (May 28, 1973) - Part 2Among the thousands of discourses delivered by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, those that He gave as part of the Summer Course series are remarkably special. They are focused on specific spiritual themes, and as they are for youngsters, the elucidation is gradual. In this series, members of SSSMC go through the discourses delivered as part of the 1973 Summer Course Series. These discourses were on Adi Shankara's Bhaja Govindam.'Shravanam Mananam Nidhidhyasanam' which can be translated as 'Listen, Reflect and Assimilate' is a Vedantic edict to the spiritual aspirant on how the Supreme Truths are to be approached and absorbed. In this series, short clips of the discourses are listened to and reflected upon, with the prayer that the assimilation happens.

This is a discussion on 'Sandeha Nivarini', the volumewritten by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba which initially appeared as a series of articles in Sanathana Sarathi - the ashram monthly magazine from PrasanthiNilayam, Puttaparthi.

The Grand Vision of Our Vedic Texts Dr Anuradha Choudry is a scholar and eloquent speaker specialising in Sanskrit, Indian psychology, French, and the history of science and technology in ancient India. She serves as a Coordinator for the Indian Knowledge Systems Division of the Ministry of Education, Government of India, at AICTE, New Delhi, and is also a faculty member in the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences at the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur.She was one of the distinguished guest speakers at the 2nd Global Vedic Conference held at Prasanthi Nilayam in January 2026. Later she visited the Sri Sathya Sai Media Centre, where she shared powerful insights on the multidimensional glory of Sanskrit and the grand vision of life as elucidated in the Vedas.

What techniques of Meditation does Swami approve?This is a series that was aired on Radio Sai Asia Stream (Prasanthi Stream now) in 2016-17. The host replies to questions on practising spirituality in daily life based on Bhagawan's timeless message. The questions were received from an audience that varied in age, profession, and cultural background.

This series helps to relive, reflect and derive insightsfrom some of the beautiful articles published in the early issues of Sanathana Sarathi, the ashram monthly magazine from Prasanthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi.

The Gita Series - A triune pilgrimage - 223 - Ch 18 - Sloka 10 to 13It is impossible for one who bears a body to renounce actions entirely.

Discussion on Discourse 08 (May 28, 1973) - Part 1Among the thousands of discourses delivered by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, those that He gave as part of the Summer Course series are remarkably special. They are focused on specific spiritual themes, and as they are for youngsters, the elucidation is gradual. In this series, members of SSSMC go through the discourses delivered as part of the 1973 Summer Course Series. These discourses were on Adi Shankara's Bhaja Govindam.'Shravanam Mananam Nidhidhyasanam' which can be translated as 'Listen, Reflect and Assimilate' is a Vedantic edict to the spiritual aspirant on how the Supreme Truths are to be approached and absorbed. In this series, short clips of the discourses are listened to and reflected upon, with the prayer that the assimilation happens.

This is a discussion on 'Sandeha Nivarini', the volumewritten by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba which initially appeared as a series of articles in Sanathana Sarathi - the ashram monthly magazine from PrasanthiNilayam, Puttaparthi.

This is a discussion on 'Sandeha Nivarini', the volumewritten by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba which initially appeared as a series of articles in Sanathana Sarathi - the ashram monthly magazine from PrasanthiNilayam, Puttaparthi.

Prof Venkat Chaganti has over three decades of independent research experience in the Vedas and Shastras, with a special focus on exploring the intersections between Vedic wisdom and modern science. His work has delved deeply into the science and significance of Vedic Yajnas, examining their potential role in mitigating environmental pollution, averting natural calamities, invoking rainfall, and promoting individual, societal, and national well-being.In addition to their ecological and social dimensions, his research also highlights the role of Yajnas in fostering mental wellness and facilitating spiritual evolution.He was one of the distinguished speakers at the 2nd Global Vedic Conference held in January 2026. During his visit to the Sri Sathya Sai Media Centre, he shared his perspectives on the deeper significance of Vedic Yajnas, explaining how these sacred rituals help purify the five elements of Nature and harmonise the subtle energies in and around us.

How can inanimate objects cry?This is a series that was aired on Radio Sai Asia Stream (Prasanthi Stream now) in 2016-17. The host replies to questions on practising spirituality in daily life based on Bhagawan's timeless message. The questions were received from an audience that varied in age, profession, and cultural background.

The Gita Series - A triune pilgrimage - 222- Ch 18 - Sloka 7 & 10Even Tyaga is of three types

This series helps to relive, reflect and derive insightsfrom some of the beautiful articles published in the early issues of SanathanaSarathi, the ashram monthly magazine from Prasanthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi.

Discussion on Discourse 07 (May 27, 1973) - Part 5Among the thousands of discourses delivered by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, those that He gave as part of the Summer Course series are remarkably special. They are focused on specific spiritual themes, and as they are for youngsters, the elucidation is gradual. In this series, members of SSSMC go through the discourses delivered as part of the 1973 Summer Course Series. These discourses were on Adi Shankara's Bhaja Govindam.'Shravanam Mananam Nidhidhyasanam' which can be translated as 'Listen, Reflect and Assimilate' is a Vedantic edict to the spiritual aspirant on how the Supreme Truths are to be approached and absorbed. In this series, short clips of the discourses are listened to and reflected upon, with the prayer that the assimilation happens.

This is a discussion on 'Sandeha Nivarini', the volumewritten by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba which initially appeared as a series of articles in Sanathana Sarathi - the ashram monthly magazine from PrasanthiNilayam, Puttaparthi.

Powering the Future with India's Ancient WisdomProf Ganti Suryanarayana Murthy is the National Coordinator of the Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) Division, Ministry of Education, Government of India, at AICTE, New Delhi. He also serves as Professor in the Department of Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering at IIT Indore.He was among the distinguished guest speakers at the 2nd Global Vedic Conference held at Prasanthi Nilayam in January 2026, where he offered valuable insights from the integrated perspective of Indian Knowledge Systems, contemporary science, and education.Subsequently, during his interaction at the Sri Sathya Sai Media Centre, he eloquently expounded on the relevance, revival, and renaissance of ancient India's sacred knowledge traditions, highlighting their enduring significance in the modern world.

Is expressing gratitude a means of acknowledging doership?This is a series that was aired on Radio Sai Asia Stream (Prasanthi Stream now) in 2016-17. The host replies to questions on practising spirituality in daily life based on Bhagawan's timeless message. The questions were received from an audience that varied in age, profession, and cultural background.