Cho's Discussions (2009-10)
By Harish Ashok
This podcast is dedicated to the late Cho Ramaswamy (1934-2016) who was an actor, writer, political satirist & the editor of Tughlaq Magazine. These discussions were made in his short lived TV series Enge Brahmanan 2009-2010 which aired in Jaya TV at 8pm every Mon-Fri which is an adaptation of his book of the same name.
Cho's Discussions (2009-10)Oct 22, 2023
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Cho's Discussion Brahmins and eating Non Vegetarian food.
In this episode, Cho discusses the concept of vegetarian diet followed by brahmins and how once non vegetarian food used to be taken by brahmins in the early times. A story of Sage Agasthya is referred to in the episode.
Oct 22, 202306:04
Cho's Discussion: The concept of Thithi, Divasam. (Rememberence of the Deceased)
In this episode Cho discusses about the importance of Thithi & Divasam.
Sep 11, 202202:51
Cho's Discussion: The Importance of Agni (Fire)
In this episode Cho discusses about the importance of Agni (Fire) in Hinduism and how it is a part of the religion.
Aug 26, 202201:25
Cho's Discussion: Lord Hanuman.
In this episode Cho discusses about the origin of the Vanaras especially on Lord Hanuman's abilities.
Jul 21, 202203:29
Cho's Discussion: Reservation System.
In this episode Cho discusses about the concept of reservation system and the Manu Dharma on how all castes are allowed to study all forms of art and how Brahmins have to follow all rules.
Jul 09, 202204:34
Cho's Discussion: Kannappa Nayanar.
In this episode Cho narrates about the Lord Shiva devotee Kannappa Nayanar who was a hunter and how he was a great devotee of Lord Shiva.
Jan 30, 202205:42
Cho's Discussion: The Importance of Panchangam.
In this episode Cho discusses about the concept of Panchangam which is an Almanac used by religious people and common people and how it is still relevant in today's society.
Jan 14, 202201:49
Cho's Discussion: Social Service in Hinduism
In this episode Cho discusses about the concept of Social Service in Hinduism as individual work and not a public work, he also explains the concept of donation and giving and the 32 Dharmams which are included in the Hindu faith.
Jan 06, 202204:37
Cho's Discussion: Desire = Destruction
In this episode Cho discusses about the concept of desire and greed would lead to destruction. A story involving Duryodhana & Vidhur is mentioned along with some references from Subramanya Bharati & Chaanakya Neethi.
Jan 01, 202204:24
Cho's Discussion: A story by Maha Swamigal.
In this episode Cho discusses about a story once said by Maha Swamigal (Jagadguru Shri Chandrasekharendra Saraswati 1894-1994) it is about searching someone or something when in reality what you are searching it is close to you itself.
Dec 31, 202103:39
Cho's Discussion: Hardwork
In this episode Cho discusses about hardwork and efforts that need to be taken as a human being. A story of Lord Rama getting advice from Vashishta regarding hardwork and efforts is also told.
Dec 30, 202102:42
Cho's Discussion: Moksham (Salvation)
In this episode Cho discusses about the concept of Moksham (Salvation) and how it is tied to saints and concept of Heaven & Hell.
Dec 27, 202101:51
Cho's Discussion: Thirukkural & Hinduism + Naadi Jothidam
In this double episode Cho discusses about the references of Hinduism in Thirukkural which was written by Thiruvalluvar and the concept of Naadi Jothidam and the versions of the Naadi which is associated with Sages and also a Sahadevan Naadi which is associated with Sahadevan from the Pandavas in the Mahabharat.
Dec 22, 202106:41
Cho's Discussion: Maaye (Illusion)
In this episode Cho discusses about the concept of Maaya (Illusion) and the concept of Truth & Lies by Adi Shankara.
Dec 22, 202104:20
Cho's Discussion: Respect & Status
In this episode Cho discusses about respect to others but how status of the person makes the difference in terms of respect. A story on Lord Krishna's wedding with Rukmini is narrated on his (Krishna) point of view regarding status issues.
Dec 15, 202103:38
Cho's Discussion: The Sanskrit Proverb-Vinasha Kaale Vipareetha Buddhi.
In this episode Cho discusses about the famous Sanskrit proverb which means : As (one’s) doom approaches, (the person’s) intellect
works against (his/her) best interest.”
and it is tied to Lord Rama.
works against (his/her) best interest.”
and it is tied to Lord Rama.
Dec 15, 202101:06
Cho's Discussion: Valentines Day.
In this episode Cho discusses about the concept of Valentines Day and how it is being endorsed as a public event whereas it is a private matter.
Dec 12, 202103:35
Cho's Discussion: Praptham (Destiny)
In this episode Cho discusses about the concept of Destiny and how it should not be equated to God not favoring your wishes and how it is tied to your past life actions.
Dec 10, 202101:50
Cho's Discussion Astha Vasukkal & Vishwamitra
In this episode Cho discusses about the origin story of Astha Vasukkal & the origin story of how Vishwamitra became a Sage.
Dec 07, 202105:05
Cho's Discussion: Manusmrithi
In this episode Cho discusses about the first ancient legal text and constitution among the many Dharmaśāstras of Hinduism.
Sep 09, 202105:37
Cho's Discussion: Yoga
In this episode Cho discuss about the concepts of Yoga and also mentions that Lord Krishna tells about the concept in the Bhagavath Gita.
Jul 18, 202102:28
Cho' Discussion: Ekadashi
In this episode Cho discusses on the concept of Ekadashi.
May 31, 202103:41
Cho's Discussion: Mylapore
In this episode, Cho discusses about the area Mylapore in Chennai and backstory of Gnanasambandar visiting the area were he did a miracle.
Mar 05, 202103:34
Cho's discussion: Dual Marriage
In this episode Cho discusses about the concept of Dual Marriage in Hinduism which existed in the medieval times.
Jan 19, 202102:53
Cho's Discussion: Arts
In this episode Cho discusses about how arts was deemed as a low level profession according to Dharmashastram and a story about a Pandiyan King regarding arts is discussed.
Dec 31, 202004:55
Cho's Discussion: Maargazhi Maasam (The month of Maargazhi)
In this episode Cho discusses about the importance of the month of Maargazhi which is deemed as a religious month and how one must focus on spirituality and not on other activities.
Dec 26, 202001:23
Cho's Discussion: Drishtam-Adrishtam
In this episode Cho discusses about the concept of how luck is mostly attributed by the act of god.
Dec 23, 202001:39
Cho's Discussion: Sagunam (Omens)
In this episode Cho discusses about Sagunashastram (Omens) and how it was practiced during Ramayanam & Mahabharat times and how it is not connected to bad omens like cat crossing. He discusses a story on Gnanasambandar which tells about omens.
Dec 13, 202005:02
Cho's Discussion: Who is a Yogi
In this episode Cho discusses about who is a Yogi and how he identifies himself as one.
Nov 25, 202001:48
Cho's Discussion: Education
In this episode Cho discusses about Education.
Nov 20, 202003:00
Cho's Discussion: Trisangu Sorgam (Trisangu Heaven)
In this episode Cho discusses about the term Trisangu Sorgam which is actually related to mythological story of King Trisangu's wish to visit Heaven as a human.
Oct 18, 202004:09
Cho' Discussion: Saint Pattinathar
In this episode Cho discusses about Saint Pattinathar's life incident on getting self realization.
Oct 08, 202002:02
Cho's Discussion: Naasthigan (Atheist)
In this episode Cho discusses about how atheism existed in the previous yugas.
Sep 06, 202004:02
Cho's Discussion: Grahana Peedai (Eclipse)
In this episode Cho explains about the origins of how ancient astrologers used to explain the concept of eclipse to the people as an allegory. How New moon days affect the mind of a person.
Jul 12, 202003:36
Cho' Discussions: How should a Brahmin should live a life.
In this episode Cho discusses about how a Brahmin should live his life and what are the 3 duties that he must follow.
Jul 12, 202008:40
Cho's Discussion: About Ladies.
In this episode Cho discusses about the significance of women and he tells a story which was originally narrated by Bhishma to Yuddhistra after the Mahabharatha War.
Jun 27, 202005:15
Cho's Discussions: Loan Problems & God's forgiveness for lying. (Double Episode)
In this episode Cho discusses about loan problems and he tells a story regarding the great Tamil Poet and Nationalist Subrahmaniya Bharathi, who was also affected by loans & a story from Periya Puranam about Poet Sundarar Nayanar on how he was saved by Lord Shiva from a crisis.
Jun 19, 202006:43
Cho's Discussions: Smartha-Vaishnavite differences.
In this episode Cho discusses about the Smartha Brahmins (Those who pray to both Shiva & Vishnu) & Vaishnavite Brahmins (Those who pray to Lord Vishnu) and the various subsects in Iyer community based on their geographical origins.
Jun 15, 202003:03
Cho's Discussion: Naatu Vaithyam (Ayurvaed)
In this episode Cho discuss about Ayurvaed and its origins from Danvantri, Sushrutha and Charaka.
Jun 09, 202002:16
Cho's discussion: On Sanyasam (Monk hood)
Cho discusses about Sanyasam and a story referring to Adi Sankara.
May 29, 202004:03
Cho's Discussion: Vishnu Sahasranaamam
Cho discusses about the origins of Vishnu Sahasranaamam along with a story from the Mahabharat.
Apr 01, 202005:18
Cho's Discussion: How to be in Temples and how should one pray. (Bonus Episode)
Cho discusses about the etiquettes that need to be followed when visiting a temple and how one should pray. Bonus Episode features Cho's dicscussion on the benefits of Hanuman Chalisa and the benefits of a good education.
Mar 26, 202014:11
Cho's Discussion: Kaliyugam & Ability to understand animals.
Cho discusses about Kaliyugam and the ability of understanding animals during the dwapara yugam.
Mar 25, 202005:29
Cho's Discussion: The Supernatural abilities of Kanchi Maha Periva (Sri Chandrasekhara Swamigal
In this episode Cho discusses about the concept of the supernatural and a story about Narasimha Rao's elevation to the seat of the PM and Cho's Supernatural experience with Kanchi Maha Periva (Sri Chandrasekhara Swamigal, 1894-1994) former pointiff of the Kanchi Mutt
Mar 25, 202005:51
Cho's Discussion : Lord Vishnu's 22 Avatars & Upanayanam
In this episode Cho discusses the 22 avatars of Lord Vishnu and the fact of Lord Buddha being one of the avatars and the concept of Upanayanam (Sacred Thread Ceremony) why it is necessary for everyone.
Mar 25, 202005:48
Cho Ramasamy's discussions: Astrology & Myth
In this episode Cho discusses the current reality of Astrology and Astrologers and the difference between fact & myth.
Mar 24, 202009:16