Episodes

  • Wealth and Values: The Story of Lakshmi
    Jan 11 2025

    Welcome to Economic Sutra: Timeless Insights from Ancient India! In this episode, we explore the multifaceted concept of wealth through the lens of Goddess Lakshmi, revered as the embodiment of prosperity, harmony, and abundance in Indian philosophy. Discover how her symbolism intertwines material wealth with spiritual well-being and ethical living.

    This episode offers timeless insights for individuals and businesses seeking to align prosperity with purpose. Join us as we decode the philosophy behind one of the most celebrated figures in Indian culture!

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    15 mins
  • The Saraswati-Sindhu Civilization: Economics of Urban Planning
    Jan 4 2025

    Welcome to Economic Sutra: Timeless Insights from Ancient India! In this episode, we unravel the marvels of the Saraswati-Sindhu Civilization (Indus Valley Civilization) and its pioneering contributions to urban planning and economic sustainability. Discover how the cities of Harappa, Mohenjo-Daro, and Dholavira were meticulously designed with grid layouts, advanced drainage systems, and granaries, laying the foundation for modern sustainable cities.

    This episode offers insights for urban planners, historians, and sustainability enthusiasts alike. Don’t miss this journey into one of the world’s most advanced ancient civilizations!

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    23 mins
  • Labor and Guilds: The Origins of Industry
    Dec 28 2024

    In this episode of Economic Sutra: Timeless Insights from Ancient India, we examine the innovative labor systems and trade guilds (Shrenis) that laid the foundation for organized industry in ancient India. These systems emphasized collaboration, skill development, and economic efficiency, setting the stage for sustainable economic growth and community welfare.

    Discover how these principles influenced not just ancient Indian society but also modern labor practices and trade unions.

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    21 mins
  • Markets and Prices: Early Indian Perspectives
    Dec 21 2024

    In this episode of Economic Sutra: Timeless Insights from Ancient India, we delve into the fascinating dynamics of ancient Indian markets. Drawing from texts like the Arthashastra and the Jatakas, we uncover how these markets operated with principles of fairness, efficiency, and ethical trade practices.

    Discover how ancient Indian markets thrived by combining innovation with fairness—lessons that resonate with today’s globalized economy.

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    13 mins
  • Kautilya’s Vision: Public Finance and Governance
    Dec 14 2024

    In this episode of Economic Sutra: Timeless Insights from Ancient India, we unravel the brilliance of Kautilya’s Arthashastra—a treatise that laid the foundation for public finance, taxation, and governance. Written in the 4th century BCE, the Arthashastra offers principles that resonate with contemporary debates on economic justice and sustainable development.

    Join us to discover how Kautilya’s vision remains a timeless guide for governance and economic planning in today’s world.

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    11 mins
  • Charity and Public Goods: A Historical Perspective
    Dec 7 2024

    In this episode of Economic Sutra: Timeless Insights from Ancient India, we explore the significance of charity (daan) and public goods in ancient Indian society. Drawing from the Dharmashastras, Rig Veda, Mahabharata, and Kautilya’s Arthashastra, we uncover timeless principles that emphasize shared prosperity and societal harmony.


    These principles resonate with modern challenges, such as corporate social responsibility and sustainable development, demonstrating that ancient wisdom can guide today’s welfare systems toward inclusive growth.

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    16 mins
  • Economic Foundations: Desires, Wealth, and Balance
    Nov 30 2024

    In this episode of Economic Sutra: Timeless Insights from Ancient India, we delve into the nuanced perspectives of ancient Indian texts on desires, wealth, and their role in creating a balanced and fulfilling life. Drawing wisdom from the Rig Veda, Mahabharata, and Kautilya's Arthashastra.

    Discover how these timeless philosophies can address modern challenges like inequality, unsustainable consumption, and ethical dilemmas. By balancing material wealth with moral and spiritual aspirations, these ancient teachings offer a path toward sustainable and inclusive growth.

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    14 mins
  • A Curtain Raiser: Ancient Indian Texts and Their Legacy
    Nov 24 2024

    Welcome to the inaugural episode of Economic Sutra: Timeless Insights from Ancient India! In this episode, we explore how ancient Indian texts like the Vedas, Dharmashastras, and Kautilya’s Arthashastra provide profound wisdom on economics, governance, and social welfare. These works go beyond spirituality, offering practical insights into trade, taxation, property rights, and ethical wealth creation.

    Discover how these ancient philosophies remain relevant in today’s world, addressing issues of sustainability, equity, and governance. We delve into the economic strategies of Kautilya, who envisioned public welfare, fair taxation, and balanced state control centuries before modern economists.

    Books mentioned in this episode:

    • The Arthashastra by Kautilya (Chanakya)
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    This episode sets the stage for a series that bridges the past and present, showing how the wisdom of ancient Indian thinkers continues to shape modern economic thought.

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    15 mins