February 16, 2023 – Nandini Karky's Musings

In this episode, we listen to the guidance offered to a peer professional, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 103, penned about the Velir King Athiyamaan Nedumaan Anji by the poet Avvaiyaar. Set in the category of ‘Paadaan Thinai’ or ‘King’s praise’, the verse sketches a portrait of a female singer and the path to her salvation from poverty.