15 Best Indian Literature Podcasts

1. Books and Beyond with Bound

Welcome to India's no. 1 book podcast where Tara Khandelwal and Michelle D'costa uncover the stories behind some of the best written books of our time. From personal experiences to jugaad research methods, insecurities to publishing journeys, find out what drives India's finest authors to pen our favourite reads. And get an editors' perspective on how these books reflect the true realities of our lives and society. Created by Bound, a storytelling company that helps you grow through stories.
Podcast boundindia.com
Hosts Tara Khandelwal, Michelle D’Costa
Email ****@boundindia.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 2.2KTwitter Followers 754Instagram Followers 1.4K Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 54 min Since Mar 2020 Listen on Apple YouTube Play Get Email Contact Get Influential Podcasters ContactsGet access to 100k active Podcasters, Influencers in 1500 niche categories.Get targeted media contact list in your niche at your fingertips so you can focus on running your campaign.Email us the categories of Podcasters you want to reach out for your marketing campaign at anuj@feedspot.com Copy email. We'll share active Podcasters list with verified email contacts in an Excel or CSV format.Email us

2. Indian Noir

India's most critically acclaimed chart-topping horror podcast featuring Indian Horror stories and Indian Creepypastas in audio and animated video format.Nikesh Murali (host) is a Commonwealth Short Story Prize winning writer, bestselling horror author & professional narrator.
Podcast indiannoir.transistor.fm
Host Nikesh Murali
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5Instagram Followers 1.1K Frequency 1 episode / week Avg Length 28 min Since Jun 2018 Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact

3. The Lit Pickers

The Lit Pickers is a podcast that celebrates books & bold opinions. Hosted by writers Supriya Nair & Deepanjana Pal, each episode explores literature, authors, & reading. The show champions the written word, as well as the biggest ideas, tiniest thoughts, silliest questions, & confounding conundrums. Nair & Pal invite you to their Sunday breakfast table banter, that makes for truly lively commentary for readers & thinkers, & awaken the bookworm in you. So, pop the kettle on, grab a biscuit & listen, as your reading list gets longer & longer.
Podcast maedinindia.in
Email ****@gmail.com
Facebook Followers 5.6KTwitter Followers 1.7KInstagram Followers 9.2K Frequency 2 episodes / month Avg Length 36 min Since Jan 2020 Play Get Email Contact

4. A Book A Day

In this podcast, we discuss books and issues in the Indian and global context.
Podcast podcasters.spotify.com
Email ****@gmail.com
Facebook Followers 45.3KTwitter Followers 8Instagram Followers 351 Frequency 2 episodes / week Avg Length 19 min Since Jun 2020 Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

5. Vedanta Lectures

Swami Tattwamayananda, currently the Minister of the Vedanta Society of Northern California, San Francisco, served in various centers of the Ramakrishna Order in India as an editor, publisher, & teacher of Sanskrit, Advaitic texts such as Sri Shankaracharya's commentaries on the 'Prasthanatraya' Buddhism & Indian philosophy. He underwent traditional training in Hindu scriptures, Sanskrit, Vedic & Vedantic literature for many years, from his early days. He is frequently invited for lectures on Yoga, Vedanta, & traditional Hindu scriptures & for participating in interfaith dialogues.
Podcast spreaker.com
Email ****@sfvedanta.org
Apple Rating 4.8 / 5Facebook Followers 14.2K Since Apr 2019 Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

6. Paperback

Hosted by Raachyeta Sharma and Satyajit Roy, Paperback will be a podcast where we engage with stalwarts and experts from various industries, suggesting 5 non-fiction titles that contributed to their journey in a big way. We believe that peer-to-peer learning will play a huge role in the future and people are more likely to follow the recommendations of industry experts who they look up to.
Podcast ivmpodcasts.com
Email ****@indusvox.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 145.8KTwitter Followers 8.6KInstagram Followers 64.4K Since Nov 2018 Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

7. Tales From Ancient India

In this podcast, each episode/season will showcase a story from Indian literature - ancient and contemporary, whimsical and Vedantic, long or short. I'm excited to share these stories here.
Podcast podcasters.spotify.com
Apple Rating 4.2 / 5 Since Jun 2020 Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

8. Bhagavad Gita By Sir Edwin Arnold

One of the world's most valued scriptures, the Bhagavad Gita is a Hindu scripture which is a part of the Indian epic Mahabharata. Undeniably, it is also one of the most important texts in the history of literature and philosophy. A work offering comfort and enlightenment, the Bhagavad Gita is regarded with much respect and love as it directs its readers towards a fulfilling and joyous life. Translated by Sir Edwin Arnold, the book presents a translation magnificently written and true to the original, as it alluringly stirs up emotion and strong imagery within its audience.
Podcast loyalbooks.com
Email ****@loyalbooks.com
Apple Rating 3.7 / 5Facebook Followers 6.2KTwitter Followers 261 Listen on Apple Play Get Email Contact

9. India Booked

India Booked is a podcast that uses literature as a lever to bring multiple facets of India alive. A perfect podcast for bibliophiles, trivia junkies, and people interested in learning more about India. Every episode focuses on a different theme and takes place via a conversation between the host with celebrated authors.
Podcast founderthesis.com
Email ****@thepodium.in
Twitter Followers 75Instagram Followers 600 Since Jul 2020 Play Get Email Contact

10. Fairytales Of India

Fairytales of India podcast by Gaatha Story brings to you stories of Kings and Queens, of Princes and fairies, of crafty wizards and magical beasts. These are classic tales of adventure, magic, and drama. We bring to you classic Indian literature and folk tales, but our stories are presented for times present and beyond. Experience a magical ride with new stories every week with your favorite fairytales.
Podcast gaathastory.com
Email ****@gaathastory.com
Twitter Followers 2.9KInstagram Followers 1.2K Since Apr 2017 Play Get Email Contact

11. The Speaking Indian

Hello, I'm Raghuram Shastry, I will be podcasting about the rich culture, heritage, history, stories, literature, games, entertainment, and lots more from my land, India & beyond.
Podcast podcasters.spotify.com
Frequency 1 episode / year Avg Length 11 min Since Oct 2020 Play Get Email Contact

12. HinduLit | A Podcast On Indian Literature Including Legends, Mythologies, & History

HinduLit - short for Hindu Literature is a podcast on Indian Literature including legends, mythologies, history, culture, & practices in India. We will narrate stories, literature, & history specifically from India or about Indians. Hear our stories on the Hindu Gods like Ganesha, Krishna, & Lakshmi; historic figures such as Gandhi, Ambedkar & more. The podcast will attempt to introduce the novice or the modern listener to the nature of India's evolution in history with a modern perspective.
Podcast hindulit.com
Email ****@hindulit.com
Since Aug 2020 Play Get Email Contact