Origin Stories part 1

Raagstars Episode 4 - Rana Mohip Interview

In this episode, recorded at the New York Kathak Festival, Gajanand sits down with a luminary of the Indo-Caribbean arts community: Rana Mohip.  This is Part 2 of our conversation, where Gaj continues the discussion with an extended one-on-one interview with Rana. 💬 We’d love your support and feedback! ⭐ Like or rate us in your podcast player of choice 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @raagstars 📺 Subscribe on YouTube: @raagstars 📧 Drop us a note: raagstarspodcast@gmail.com 🌐 Learn more: www.raagstars.com New episodes coming soon — thanks for listening! To learn more about our guests: IG: @susanmohip IG: @mohiprana Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susan.mohip/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rana.mohip/ University Website : https://utt.edu.tt/index.php?wk=71&staff=1&staff_key=2844 University Website: https://utt.edu.tt/index.php?wk=71&staff=1&staff_key=1496 Susan Mohip Dance Company Information: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@babysusanmohip IG: https://www.instagram.com/smdc.tt/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smdc.tt

Raagstars Episode 3 - Susan and Rana Mohip Interview pt 1

In this episode, recorded at the New York Kathak Festival, Gajanand sits down with two luminaries of the Indo-Caribbean arts community: Susan and Rana Mohip. Partners in both life and art, they share stories of their deep-rooted connection to Indian Classical music and dance, their training in India, and the vibrant cultural work they continue to lead in Trinidad and beyond. This is Part 1 of our conversation, where we hear from both Susan and Rana together. Stay tuned for Part 2, where Gaj continues the discussion with an extended one-on-one interview with Rana. 💬 We’d love your support and feedback! ⭐ Like or rate us in your podcast player of choice 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @raagstars 📺 Subscribe on YouTube: @raagstars 📧 Drop us a note: raagstarspodcast@gmail.com 🌐 Learn more: www.raagstars.com New episodes coming soon — thanks for listening!

Origin Stories part 2

Welcome back! Mat and Gajanand dive into a truly epic anime style flashback episode. Join us as Gaj drops the lore of his journey into Indian Classical Music. Don't worry, even the "filler" stories are canon!  💬 We’d love your support and feedback! ⭐ Like or rate us in your podcast player of choice 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @raagstars 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube: @raagstars 🕧Tiktok us : @raagstars 🌐 Learn more: www.raagstars.com New episodes coming soon — thanks for listening!

Origin Stories part 1

Welcome to the very first episode of Raagstars! In this premiere, (recorded last year and finally being edited and released!) Mat and Gajanand dive into Mat's musical origin story — from discovering the sitar to his evolving relationship with Indian Classical Music as a first-generation Indian American. Along the way, we chat about early influences, what drew us to this timeless art form, and how culture and creativity shape our connection to it. 💬 We’d love your support and feedback! ⭐ Like or rate us in your podcast player of choice 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @raagstars 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube: @raagstars 📧 Drop us a note: raagstarspodcast@gmail.com New episodes coming soon — thanks for listening!