Sri Sathya Sai Podcast (Official)

Unlocking the Wisdom of Shikshavalli

The sacred Gayatri Mantra begins with the Pranava, followed by three mystical utterances: Bhūr, Bhuvaḥ and Svaḥ. Known as the Mahāvyāhṛtis, Bhagawan has spoken extensively about what they represent. Apart from being words of great vibrational potency, they can serve as keys to unlocking profound insights into the Upanishads.

The fifth section of the Śikṣāvallī of the Taittirīya Upanishad is devoted to Vyāhṛti Upāsanā, the contemplation of these sacred utterances. What can we learn by contemplating these? What does this section of...

Why do we encounter difficult people in the Sai Organisation?

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 a conversation series which offers you interviews with people who have had blessed moments with Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba or have been touched by His Love in myriad ways.

This is an offering from the Sri Sathya Sai Media Centre, Prasanthi Nilayam.

Discussion on Discourse 14 (Jun 04, 1973) - Part 1

Among 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...

This is an evergreen series which facilitates anyone to learn and sing Sai Bhajans the way it is sung everydayduring 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!

Learning to Give, the Puttaparthi Way!Amidst the sacred fervour of the Navaratri and Dasara celebrations at Prasanthi Nilayam, popular star couple Mr Vijay Deverakonda and Ms Rashmika Mandanna visited the holy abode of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba this Thursday to seek His Divine Blessings.Coming to Prasanthi for the first time after their wedding, the couple attended the sacred proceedings of the Veda Purusha Saptaha Jnana Yajna, immersing themselves in the divine vibrations of the Vedic chants and rituals. They also offered their heartfelt obeisances at Bhagawan’s Divya Sannidhi and spent precious moments in the serene sa...

This is a discussion on 'Sandeha Nivarini', the volume written 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 do we encounter difficult people in the Sai Organisation?

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.

This is a conversation series which offers you interviews with people who have had blessed moments with Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba or have been touched by His Love in myriad ways.

This is an offering from the Sri Sathya Sai Media Centre, Prasanthi Nilayam.

Discussion on Discourse 13 (Jun 03, 1973) - Part 4

Among 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...

This is an evergreen series which facilitates anyone to learn and sing Sai Bhajans the way it is sung everydayduring 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 is a discussion on 'Sandeha Nivarini', the volume written by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba which initially appeared as a series of articles in Sanathana Sarathi - the ashram monthly magazine from PrasanthiNilayam, Puttaparthi.

Sathya Sai Hospitals - A Model of Compassionate Healthcare

How to give our mind to Swami?

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.

Discussion on Discourse 13 (Jun 03, 1973) - Part 3

Among 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...

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.

Unlocking India's Civilisational Power: Aligning Spiritual India with Empirical India.

A man of high integrity and exceptional competence, Mr Swaminathan Gurumurthy is among India’s most respected Chartered Accountants. He is also an acclaimed investigative journalist, social activist, writer, and powerful orator.

Mr Gurumurthy has been featured multiple times in India Today magazine’s rankings of India’s most powerful and influential personalities. His influence stems from a combination of character, intellectual ability, conviction, and courage.

A strong proponent of traditional Indian economic thought and civilisational wisdom, Mr Gurumurthy is the co-convenor of the Sw...

When unable to follow Swami in a family setup

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.

Discussion on Discourse 13 (Jun 03, 1973) - Part 2

Among 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...

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 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.

On September 20, 2026, journalist and corporate advisor Mr Gurumurthy Swaminathan delivered the Sri S G Sundaraswamy Memorial Lecture 2026 at Sai Hira Global Convention Centre, Prasanthi Nilayam, on “Relevance of Ancient Indian Philosophical Thought to Contemporary Times.”Exploring Indian philosophy in the context of modern science and artificial intelligence, he highlighted the distinction between knowledge and information and the enduring relevance of India’s civilisational wisdom. He spoke on Dharma, family, community and shared responsibilities, emphasising their relevance to social harmony, economics and governance. He also reflected on the Vedic understanding of primordial sound and the transmission of knowledge across generations as a v...

Discussion on Discourse 13 (Jun 03, 1973) - Part 1

Among 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...

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 Gifts of Grace from Ganesha

Lord Ganesha is an indelible part of every student’s life in Bhagawan’s educational institutions. Be it the college campus, the hostel, the prayer hall, the dining hall or the auditorium, every sacred space has its own Ganesha. No initiative begins without invoking His blessings.

But what is most endearing is the bond that so many students forge with Ganesha in Swami’s institutions. For them, Ganesha is a Living Presence, a go-to friend for every problem, prayer, challenge or wish. The way they have experi...

Confusion regarding the food prayer. And how to resist the influence of our friends on the way we think?

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 insights from some of the beautiful articles published in the early issues of Sanathana Sarathi, the ashram monthly magazine from Prasanthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi.

Discussion on Discourse 12 (Jun 02, 1973) - Part 7

Among 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...

This is a discussion on 'Sandeha Nivarini', the volume written 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 Fear When I Am Here' - Has Been My Guide

The Honourable Chief Justice of the Kerala High Court, Justice Soumen Sen, was blessed to preside over the Onam celebrations at Prasanthi Nilayam in August 2026. He delivered an inspiring address to the devotees gathered in Sai Kulwant Hall on the evening of August 26, wherein he reflected on the profound relevance and enduring power of Swami’s message for peace, harmony, and stability in the world, particularly in the challenging times we live in today.

Later, in a brief and deeply nostalgic co...

What is Bhava and how to develop it?

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.

‘Music is My Way to Peace Within Myself’

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 12 (Jun 02, 1973) - Part 6

Among 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...

This is a discussion on 'Sandeha Nivarini', the volume written 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 it alright to bend rules out of compassion?

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 insights from some of the beautiful articles published in the early issues of Sanathana Sarathi, the ashram monthly magazine from Prasanthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi.