That's So Hindu

Remembering Air India Flight 182: An Interview with Ranjna Sharma

In this episode of That’s So Hindu, Mat McDermott speaks with Ranjna Sharma, whose family members in Ireland assisted victims’ families in the aftermath of the bombing of

Food and Digestion in Ayurveda | Dr Reetu Rudra

In this episode of That's So Hindu, Sheetal Shah talks with Dr. Reetu Rudra about the principles of Ayurveda, a holistic system of health that emphasizes the balance of b

Yes, Ayurveda & Western medicine can be combined | Dr Uma Purighalla

In this episode of That’s So Hindu, Mat McDermott speaks with Dr Uma Purighalla. They  discuss her journey as an Ayurvedic doctor and her integration of Ayurvedic princi

Hindu Identity and Education in America | Dr. Indu Viswanathan

Explore how Hindu Americans navigate identity, belonging, and perceptions in US schools, and discover actionable insights for educators, parents, and communities in this

Hindus & Hinduism have influenced America for 250 years | Jeffrey D Long

In this episode of That’s So Hindu, Mat McDermott talks with Professor Jeffrey D Long (Elizabethtown College) about the deep roots and growing presence of Hinduism in the

Yes, you can be Hindu and be white

In this episode of That’s So Hindu, Sangeetha Shankar speakers with HAF’s Devala Gupta, Easan Katir, Mat McDermott, and Fred Stella about their journey’s into Hinduism. T

Meet the people confronting anti-Indian bigotry at Texas city council meetings | Neha Suratran & Saahas Kaul

In this episode of That’s So Hindu, Mat McDermott speaks with Neha Suratran and Saahas Kaul about their experiences addressing anti-Indian sentiment in their community of

Parents here’s how you can model karma yoga for your kids | Brahmacharinini Shubaniji & Dr Kavita Pallod Sekhsaria

In this episode of That’s So Hindu, Sheetal Shah speaks with psychologist Dr Kavita Pallod Sekhsaria and Brahmacharini Shubaniji (Chinmaya Mission NYC). They explore the

Unmasking Digital Tribalism & How Hate Spreads Online | Joel Finkelstein, Network Contagion Research Institute

In this insightful interview, Suhag Shukla speaks with Joel Finkelstein from the Network Contagion Research Institute. They discuss the spread of anti-Indian and anti-Hin

How our spiritual connection to nature is an intimate part of yoga | Lydia Picoli

In this episode of That’s So Hindu, Mat McDermott speaks with Lydia Picoli about the profound connection between yoga, nature, and spirituality. Discover how outdoor prac

Reclaim traditional Indian nutrition for better health | Neha Shah, Diaspora Nutrition

In this episode of That’s So Hindu, Mat McDermott speaks with nutritionist Neha Shah (Diaspora Nutrition). They discuss the impact of Western diets on Indian immigrants,

Asana can be a gateway into the wider yoga tradition | Patrick Franco

In this episode of That’s So Hindu, Mat McDermott talks with yoga teacher Patrick Franco discusses the importance of asana within the broader context of yoga philosophy.

Think there are 4 paths in yoga? There are at least 16.

In this episode of That’s So Hindu, Dr. Vijay Satnarine from Hindu American Foundation dives into the expansive world of yoga, revealing that there are actually 16 (possi

Hindu at Heart: Spirituality, Service, and Medical Practice | Dr Anisha Pareddy

In this episode of That’s So Hindu, Dr Indu Viswanathan joins us again for another edition of her Hindu at Heart series of interviews. In this one she explores the inspir

If not all Hindus view the Vedas as authoritative, what do they? | Devala Rees

In this conversation, Mat McDermott and Devala Rees delve into the complexities of Hinduism, particularly focusing on the Vedas and their role within various Hindu tradit

How a Texan biker finds Devi in the film ‘Chiquita’ | Trivikram Gajulapalli

In this episode of That’s So Hindu, Mat McDermott speaks with filmmaker Trivikram Gajulapalli about his film 'Chiquita', which explores themes of spirituality and self-tr

How you can find hope amidst ecological grief | Dheepa Maturi

In this episode of That’s So Hindu, Mat McDermott speaks with author Dheepa Maturi about her eco-thriller '108', exploring themes of ecology, climate change, and the inte

Kama Before Moksha: Embracing Desire in Hinduism | Vijay Satnarine & Kavita Pallod Sekhsaria

In this episode of That’s So Hindu, Mat McDermott speaks with Dr Vijay Satnarine and Dr Kavita Pallod Sekhsaria about the often downplayed and misunderstood concept of ka

The Ethics of Evangelism: A Hindu and Christian Perspective | Fred Stella & John Morehead

In this episode of Thats So Hindu, Mat McDermott speaks with Fred Stella (HAF) and John Morehead (Foundation for Religious Diplomacy). The conversation explores the compl

Castegate: Inside the documentary about the Cisco caste discrimination case | Ravi Rajan & Sundar Iyer

In this episode of That’s So Hindu, Mat McDermott interviews Ravi Rajan, producer of the documentary “Castegate” and Sundar Iyer, one of the engineers at the center of Ci