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Thaathu Podcasts

Hello, I am Thaathu Waheed. Since mid-teens, I have worked as a Radio Jockey, Radio Presenter and Producer at renowned radio stations in the Maldives. Recently, I have decided to start something of my own as sound broadcasting is something I am really passionate about. Thaathu Podcasts is my first project as an independent sound broadcaster. Thaathu Podcast basically is me and my friends from different fields talking / ranting about what we are most passionate about

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00:09:41

Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 19: A Kingdom,...

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2025/11/11

In this episode, I present my research on the story behind how the Maldives became a republic. Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise. However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access.Below is a list of references consulted in the research process:The President's Office

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00:20:14

Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 15: Dawn of...

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2025/11/03

In this episode, I present my research on the story behind the November 3rd terrorist attack in Male’. Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise. However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access.Below is a list of references consulted in the research process:MNDF (2012). November 3

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00:11:09

Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 14 - The...

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2025/10/30

In this episode, I present my research on the story behind the United Suvadive Republic. Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise. However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access.Below is a list of references consulted in the research process:Naseema Mohamed (2013). Minivan

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00:12:47

Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 13: Lost at...

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2025/10/23

In this episode, I present my research on the story of Al-Ameen Hassan Fareed Didi. Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise. However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access.Below is a list of references consulted in the research process:Abdul Hakeem Hussain Manik (1994). Hassan

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00:21:05

Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 12: 15 Years of...

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2025/08/21

In this episode, I present my research on the story behind Maldivian National Day. Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise. However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access.Below is a list of references consulted in the research process:Naseema Mohamed Kaleyfaanu (2010)

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00:11:49

Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 11: Torn

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2025/08/14

The early 1900s marked one of the darkest chapters in Maldivian history. Among the most infamous moments was the tearing apart of the nation’s very first constitution, the forced abdication of a reigning sultan, and the scandal that surrounded a crown prince.In this episode, I present my research on Motaru Boatu Gadubadu (the Motor Boat Coup)Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in

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00:13:51

Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 10: The Final...

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2025/07/26

This Independence Day marks 60 years of freedom, and I’m taking you back to where the chains began. Sixty Years of Independence is a three-part series tracing the shadows before, during, and after Maldives fell into British hands under the protectorate agreement.In this episode, I present my research on why we began to want more than a crown under someone else’s shadow. Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result,

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00:10:45

Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 9: The Smoke...

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2025/07/24

This Independence Day marks 60 years of freedom, and I’m taking you back to where the chains began. Sixty Years of Independence is a three-part series tracing the shadows before, during, and after Maldives fell into British hands under the protectorate agreement.In this episode, I present my research on how the Maldives became a British protectorate. Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details

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00:17:53

Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 8: The Silent...

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2025/07/17

This Independence Day marks 60 years of freedom, and I’m taking you back to where the chains began. Sixty Years of Independence is a three-part series tracing the shadows before, during, and after Maldives fell into British hands under the protectorate agreement.In this episode, I present my research on Boduhulhuge Haadhisa — the fire that swallowed Malé whole, leaving behind not just ashes, but an opening for empire.Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with

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00:10:23

Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 7: Velvet Sins...

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2025/07/10

In this episode, I present my research on the historical figure, Prince Izzuddin and his days in Henveiru Ganduvaru (currently the president’s residence - Muliyaage)Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise. However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access.Below is a list of

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00:15:04

Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 6: Between...

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2025/07/05

In this episode, I present my research on the historical figure, Ghiyasuddin Radhun or Shaheedhukulha Bandaarain.Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise. However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access.Below is a list of references consulted in the research process:Naseema

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00:18:14

Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 5: From Hero to...

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2025/06/26

In this episode, I present my research on the first president of the Maldives Mohamed Ameen Didi.Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise. However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access.Below is a list of references consulted in the research process:Mohamed Hamdhoon (2021, June

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00:12:16

Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 4: Her Majesty...

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2025/06/19

In this episode, I present my research on the historical figure Rehendhi Khadeeja. Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise. However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access.Below is a list of references consulted in the research process:Naseema Mohamed Kaleyfaanu (2010)

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00:16:48

Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 3: Fate's Final...

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2025/03/20

In this episode, I present my research on the historical figure Hadhi Hassan RasgefaanuMaldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise. However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access.Below is a list of references consulted in the research process:Naseema Mohamed Kaleyfaanu (2010)

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00:18:42

Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 2: A Crown She...

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2025/03/13

In this episode, I present my research on the historical figure Bureki Ranin (Burecca).Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise. However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access.Below is a list of references consulted in the research process:Naseema Mohamed Kaleyfaanu (2010)

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00:21:56

Tales Beyond the Sunny Side - Episode 1: Poison in...

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2025/03/06

In this episode, I present my research on the historical figure Mariyam Kaba'afa'anu Rani Kilege, more commonly known in Maldivian history as Endhi Mariyanbu.Maldivian history has primarily been preserved through oral traditions, with limited written documentation available. As a result, some details presented in this episode may not be entirely precise. However, I have made every effort to compile and synthesize the information from the sources I was able to access.Below is a list of references

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00:11:30

Episode 31 - Beyond the Mirror & Scale

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2023/08/03

As someone who has faced weight bias for the most part of life, I tried to talk about body shaming, and body positivity in our community.Follow me on Instagram: @thaathupodcasts Email for collaborations or queries: thaathupodcast@gmail.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Twenties by Peyruis https://soundcloud.com/peyruis Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/twenties-peyruis Music promoted by Audio Library Lovely Swindler by Amarià

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00:16:20

Episode 30 - The Football Rant

Thaathu Podcasts ·

2023/07/13

In this episode I tried to explore the reasons that contributed to the downfall of South Asian football. Follow me on Instagram: @thaathupodcasts Email for collaborations or queries: thaathupodcast@gmail.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Twenties by Peyruis https://soundcloud.com/peyruis Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/twenties-peyruis Music promoted by Audio Library Lovely Swindler by Amarià

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00:32:58

Episode 29 - Disability Representation in Media &...

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2023/07/06

Disability rights activist Muthu joins me on this episode to discuss disability representation in Maldivian media and society. With personal experiences, Muthu shares his journey highlighting the barriers the disabled community face and the milestones they have achieved. Muthu on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Muavviyath Follow me on Instagram: @thaathupodcasts Email for collaborations or queries: thaathupodcast@gmail.com

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00:12:12

Episode 28 - Reclaiming Politics

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2023/06/22

Frustrated with the disconnect between politicians and the issues that really matters, I thought of exploring the topic of shifting the power, and amplifying the voices of the Maldivian young voter. Follow me on Instagram: @thaathupodcasts Email for collaborations or queries: thaathupodcast@gmail.com

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