Podcast with Dr Ashok Sharma - Host - Amit Srivastava - Escalera Technologies - Episode 1

This video features a podcast episode from Escalera Technologies where host Amit Srivastava interviews author Dr. Ashok Sharma. They discuss Dr. Sharma's literary journey and his various books, which often explore deep philosophical and alternative perspectives on figures from Indian mythology like Krishna, Rama, Sita, and Surpanakha. Key Topics Discussed: Dr. Sharma's Background: He shares his transition from a background in science and mathematics (PhD) and a banking career to becoming a passionate author (0:45 – 1:05). Krishna's Final Days: Dr. Sharma talks about his book Krishn Antim Dinon Pe, where he examines Lord Krishna's thoughts and life during his final days, addressing common misconceptions like the Vastraharan (stealing of clothes) and the relationship between Krishna, Radha, and Rukmini (1:41 – 4:30). Perspective on Surpanakha: A significant portion of the conversation focuses on his book Surpanakha: Ek Ladki Alag Si. He re-evaluates Surpanakha's story, her motivations, her husband Vidyut-Jiva's death, and how these events led to the conflict with Ravana and eventually the abduction of Sita (4:46 – 12:03). Sita and Ram's Later Years: He discusses his book Sita Ke Jaane Ke Baad Ram, focusing on Ram's emotional state after Sita's departure, the truth about Kaikeyi's role, and the final departure of Ram and Lakshman (12:44 – 18:55). Impact of his Work: Dr. Sharma shares touching anecdotes about readers, including a blind man who requested all his books and a filmmaker who expressed interest in his stories (22:46 – 25:19). The host concludes by mentioning Dr. Sharma's upcoming book, Lotiya Doom, which is described as a comedy, and suggests discussing it in a future episode (26:07 – 26:33). See on Amazon -- https://www.amazon.in/storefront?me=A... Sold by https://EscaleraTechnologies.com