In this second part Dadaji talks more about the feminine perspective in Prabhat Samgiit as expressed through the nouns P. R. Sarkar uses to symbolise devotional expression, for example through the word balaka (see sculpture). He gives a very meaningful Baba story to illustrate this point. He says that the expression of love is everywhere in these songs - in fact its inescapable, so if you really want to learn about love, go to Prabhat Samgiit. I end with Dada Priyashivananda's recording of song no 9 Andharer Sei Hatasha.  The photo is of the Balaka Chattar in Bangladesh courtesy of Wikipedia. 

At the Launch of Episode 14 'At the Threshold of a New Era' Dadaji is here talking about how he felt the necessity to translate Prabhat Samgiit songs into English and their lyrical and melodic depth, richness and diversity. He also talks about a song written on Sur Das (a poet from the Agra Kiirtan gharana) and songs written from a feminine perspective in Prabhat Samgiit. I end this part with a Prabhat Samgiit sung by Prahla'd Nassim and I, called 'Dont you Know Lord How much I love you', or Tomay kata bhalo basi (no 221). 

For Ini, Playing Music was Firstly an Unconscious Mechanism of Survival - That Developed Into a Life Long Love of Song, Affirmations and Mantra. In this podcast Ini tells us more about her background and keep us up to date with her original Musical that is going to be staged in Sept this year. Ini then sings us her beautiful 'Earth Mother' chant. I end with a song and kiirtan called 'When Will I' from my album 'Longing' recorded in Sydney many years ago with Ini singing deep resonant harmonies. You can find Ini on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ineke.veerkamp.    

Clare Boland has been a social Worker most of her adult life. Here she shares some of her experiences, strengths and realisations on how to deal with some very difficult situations in life. These gems will inspire you deeply.  She ends by singing with her husband Tom Boland called "You are higher than the Mountain Peaks, a kiirtan by Vimal.  

Didi's wish is that everyone shall be free from hunger, especially on this very special day in Ireland. Didi loves to feed people and in this podcast she shares some of her amazing experiences with the children at the Ananda Marga Children's Home in Haiti. She also talks about the Spirulina Project in West Africa that feeds hundreds of malnourished children every day. Theres a short but beautiful kiirtan by the children in the Home before I end with 'Women's Rising Kiirtan' on this auspicious day.   

Sometimes its goals that seem most important, but then an inner transformation can take place that changes your mind. This is what I pondered after watching the Nepali  movie 'Karma', with Tsering Dolkar, Mithila Sharma and Jampa Kalsang. I end with a song called 'My Release'  

Didiji went from renovating the jagriti, to weeding the garden, to planting spring bulbs, then to planting 1000s of plants (each tagged mind you) in  Babas flower garden, full of rare plant species native to Croatia, that now attract so many pollinators, butterflies, bees as well as birds and insects.. She has created not just an amazing garden (and complete natural food chain) but a Garden of Love and Life. To donate to Babas garden click on the link below.  below. https://www.facebook.com/didi.anandaarpana

Dadaji talks about the Feeling Gratitude for the Real Human Experience of Being So Close to Birth and Death every day and working together with such wonderful people. He also talks about his musical 'food' that creates empathy and understanding between people, opening up ways of respecting other people's different cultural expressions. To find out more click the link below: try this  https://www.facebook.com/AMURT-West-Africa-225669570895951

Radha shares many beautiful stories and fascinating experiences, both as a devotee, and a homeopath in India, Ghana and elsewhere. She shares her knowledge, experiences and deep insights into the present situation. I was also delighted when she gave some remedies for musicians too. I end with a new kiirtan that I plan to record soon. To find out more about Radhas' homeopathic projects in Ghana please click on the link below. Thankyou. Ghana Homeopathy Project -  www.ghanahomeopathyproject.org

Tonight Dada Abhidevananda Avadhuta talks about many fascinating topics: the meaning of 'Avadhuta'; his film 'At the Threshold of a New Era'; learning Bengali language  through translating Prabhat Samgiit; and uncovering the devotional female perspective in these songs. He also shares some amazing Baba stories. I end with the song 'Manus Sabai Apan', (PS no. 1090) 'Everyone is Family'  a neo humanism song, included in Episode 13 of his film.  Click below to see Episode 13: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ft4l4SnxY0