<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why Yagana Changezi?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;Because his poetry just feels fresh. And when I read about his life, something clicked for me. He was sharp, abrasive, and completely fearless - reshaping 20th-century Urdu poetry, questioning sacred icons, even taking shots at Ghalib when no one else would. He lived a tough life and spoke in a tough voice. Honestly, all the signs of a great poet.You should really read him.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;also, if you like the episode, let me know. I&amp;#39;m aamir@urdudaan.in&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;you could also DM me on instagram @urdu.daan&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Have a great time&lt;/p&gt;
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Why Yagana Changezi? Because his poetry just feels fresh. And when I read about his life, something clicked for me. He was sharp, abrasive, and completely fearless - reshaping 20th-century Urdu poetry, questioning sacred icons, even taking shots at Ghalib when no one else would. He lived a tough life and spoke in a tough voice. Honestly, all the signs of a great poet.You should really read him.also, if you like the episode, let me know. I&#39;m aamir@urdudaan.inyou could also DM me on instagram @urdu.daan Have a great time

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Yagana Changezi - Adab ne dil ke (Ghazal)

<description>&lt;p&gt;Salaam. Today is Mirza Ghalib’s birthday — the OG of Urdu poetry (after Mir, of course).&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, I’m sharing one of my favourite ghazals by Ghalib, which has that gem of a sher - one that meditates on nature, beauty, and the impossibility of fully knowing the Creator. It sits right at the intersection of wonder and doubt, aesthetics and philosophy, and also the debate that just happened. IYKYK&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;What makes it even more special is that Suraiya ji has also sung this ghazal. If you haven’t heard that rendition yet, do check it out — it adds another layer of softness and longing to an already luminous text.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Thank you for listening.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;I’ll be back soon with another episode. iA&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Take care.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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Salaam. Today is Mirza Ghalib’s birthday — the OG of Urdu poetry (after Mir, of course).In this episode, I’m sharing one of my favourite ghazals by Ghalib, which has that gem of a sher - one that meditates on nature, beauty, and the impossibility of fully knowing the Creator. It sits right at the intersection of wonder and doubt, aesthetics and philosophy, and also the debate that just happened. IYKYK What makes it even more special is that Suraiya ji has also sung this ghazal. If you haven’t heard that rendition yet, do check it out — it adds another layer of softness and longing to an already luminous text. Thank you for listening.I’ll be back soon with another episode. iATake care.

Mirza Ghalib Bday - Nuktacheen hai (Ghazal)

<description>&lt;p&gt;I was reflecting on manners and etiquette when the idea struck me to record another podcast episode. Today, I’ve chosen to feature a legendary poet who needs no introduction – &lt;strong&gt;Daagh Dehlvi&lt;/strong&gt;. His poetry is timeless, and he was surrounded by many admirers who learned from him. We should take inspiration from his work too.&lt;br&gt;In this episode, I’m sharing a beautiful ghazal by Daagh. It’s truly one of his finest.&lt;br&gt;Have a listen, and don’t forget to share your feedback!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;aamir@urdudaan.in&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;www.urdudaan.in&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;www.instagram.com/urdu.daan&lt;/p&gt;
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I was reflecting on manners and etiquette when the idea struck me to record another podcast episode. Today, I’ve chosen to feature a legendary poet who needs no introduction – Daagh Dehlvi. His poetry is timeless, and he was surrounded by many admirers who learned from him. We should take inspiration from his work too. In this episode, I’m sharing a beautiful ghazal by Daagh. It’s truly one of his finest. Have a listen, and don’t forget to share your feedback! aamir@urdudaan.inwww.urdudaan.inwww.instagram.com/urdu.daan

Daagh Dehlvi - Uzr aane me bhi hai (Ghazal)

<description>&lt;p&gt;Aapne chupke chupke raat din ghazal to suni hogi. It was written by Hasrat Mohani. Born Syed Fazl-ul-Hasan in 1875, he was a prominent Indian Urdu poet, freedom fighter, and journalist. He is known for coining the slogan "Inquilab Zindabad" (Long live the revolution), he was a staunch advocate for India's independence. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;One of his ashaar that i often quote is - &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;شعر در اصل ہیں وہی حسرتؔ&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;سنتے ہی دل میں جو اتر جایئں&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Sher darasl hain wohi Hasrat&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Sunte hi dil me jo utar jaayen&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We can talk - i am aamir@urdudaan.in&lt;/p&gt;
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Aapne chupke chupke raat din ghazal to suni hogi. It was written by Hasrat Mohani. Born Syed Fazl-ul-Hasan in 1875, he was a prominent Indian Urdu poet, freedom fighter, and journalist. He is known for coining the slogan "Inquilab Zindabad" (Long live the revolution), he was a staunch advocate for India's independence. One of his ashaar that i often quote is - شعر در اصل ہیں وہی حسرتؔسنتے ہی دل میں جو اتر جایئں Sher darasl hain wohi HasratSunte hi dil me jo utar jaayen We can talk - i am aamir@urdudaan.in

Hasrat Mohani - Bhulaata laakh hoon (Ghazal)

<description>&lt;p&gt;So i was just sifting through some poetry online, and i came across a sher&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Ye qadam qadam balayen, ye sawaad e ku e jaanaa.n&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Wo yahin se laut jaaye jise zindagi ho pyaari&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Now i had often heard this sher being used in mushairas and other public settings, but never really knew who the author of this famous couplet was. It was Maulana Aamir Usmani. A poet that in my ignorance had never heard of before.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Turns out, he was quite the maverick. Schooled from Deoband, even sold kites for a living once, wrote for bollywood, and many such feats. Khair. I finally got to this nazm of his; and what a nazm it is. Such a morning call to everyone who thinks the world was much better before and its just gone to the dogs now. Listen for yourself.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you want to talk, i am aamir@urdudaan.in&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Happy listening :)&lt;/p&gt;
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So i was just sifting through some poetry online, and i came across a sher Ye qadam qadam balayen, ye sawaad e ku e jaanaa.nWo yahin se laut jaaye jise zindagi ho pyaari Now i had often heard this sher being used in mushairas and other public settings, but never really knew who the author of this famous couplet was. It was Maulana Aamir Usmani. A poet that in my ignorance had never heard of before. Turns out, he was quite the maverick. Schooled from Deoband, even sold kites for a living once, wrote for bollywood, and many such feats. Khair. I finally got to this nazm of his; and what a nazm it is. Such a morning call to everyone who thinks the world was much better before and its just gone to the dogs now. Listen for yourself. If you want to talk, i am aamir@urdudaan.in Happy listening :)

Aamir Usmani - Khwab jo bikhar gaye (Nazm)

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