Welcome to our podcast, where we explore fascinating stories and ideas from around the world! In today's episode, we dive into the origins of the universe and humanity itself.

Our host, Chaitanya Priya, reads Chapter 1 of Ananta Shakti Das' book Creation—a story from ancient India. The story takes us back to the beginning of time, at the time of creation of the universe. But did we really descend from monkeys, and did the universe start with the Big Bang?

Listen to this episode to find out what the ancient Indian story of creation has to say about these big questions. It might just surprise you!

Questions in Today's World

Have you ever looked up at the night sky and been amazed by the glittering stars? It's natural to wonder about life, its purpose, and how it all began. Are there other planets and life forms out there? What lies beyond what we can see? How did it all come to be? And what is the meaning of life?

As we go through the cycles of life, from birth to death, we may turn to leaders for answers. However, religious teachers often provide vague explanations, and scientists may ask us to believe in theories such as evolution and the Big Bang. Some people simply say that nobody knows, and politicians might tell us to work hard and enjoy life.

It can all be very confusing. But in the Bhagavad Purana, one of the world's oldest books of history and knowledge, we can find answers to these questions. It offers a unique perspective on the origins of life and the universe.