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In this episode, I present my research on the story of Dom Manoel (Hasan IX) the king who  renounced Islam and converted to Christianity 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). Dhivehiraajeyge Rahunnaai Raneen. Male': Dhivehi Bahaai Thaareekhah Khidhumaiykuraa Marukazu. Ahmed Nijah (2014). Gaumah Gadhaaruvee Meehunge Therein Nuvavana Hassan Rasgefaanu. Retrieved from: https://mikalnews.com/report/22/?page=0 Ajay Kamalakaran (2021). When Maldives was ruled by Catholic kings living all the way in Goa. Retrieved from: https://scroll.in/magazine/1007554/when-maldives-was-ruled-by-catholic-kings-living-all-the-way-in-goa

In this episode, I present my research on the story of Sultan Muhammad Fareed Al-Awwal, the last king of the Maldives.  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 (2025). President Al Ameer Ibrahim Nasir. Retrieved from: https://presidency.gov.mv/PO/FormerPresident/6 Olivia Lang and Zaheena Rasheed (2008). Former President Nasir Dies. Retrieved from:  https://web.archive.org/web/20090126080901/http://www.minivannews.com/news_detail.php?id=5533 Ministry of Homeland Security and Technology (2025). Republic Day. Retrieved from:https://mohst.gov.mv/ministry/celebrating-days/15 Ahmed Alaa Didi (2021). Jumhooriyathaai Raajjeyge Jumhooriyya ah Balailumeh. Retrieved from:https://adhadhu.com/article/18128 Aminath Yumna (2024). Dhivehi Raajjeyge Jumhooriyyage Ufehdhumaai Tharagee. Retrieved from:https://farudhun.com/article/1399 Mohamed Hamdhoon (2023). Emme Fahuge Radhun: Aaraai Baareh Neiy Othee Izzathaai Sharafu. Retrieved from:https://mihaaru.com/report/120502 Mohamed Hamdhoon (2022). Boduganduvarugai Nasir Koaradi Jessevee Keeve. Retrieved from: https://mihaaru.com/report/110882

In this episode, I present my research on the story behind the northern uprising.  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: mvplus(2025). Thaareekhge Therein: Uthuru Gadubadah 82 Aharu! Retrieved from: https://www.plus.mv/news/120559 Michael O'Shea (2006). Fahuge Tareek Maldives history timeline 1900-2006. Retrieved from https://web.archive.org/web/20060221053914/http://www.dhivehiobserver.com/maldivesculture/Tareek/maldives_history_timeline_20th_century.htm

In this episode, I present my research on the story behind the depopulation of Thinadhoo. 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: Hussain Zaheen (2015). Havaru Thinadhooge Rayyithunaai Dhekolhah Nasir Hingi Laainsaanee Jareema. Retrieved from: https://www.addulive.com/38424 Mohamed Naseem (2022). Thinadhoo Falhukurun: Sarukaarun Kudakudhinnah Jessi Haalu. Retrieved from:https://adhadhu.com/article/22707 Fahala Saeed (2022). Thinadhoon Meehun Beyli Kaarisaa 1. Retrieved from:https://sandhaanu.today/21834/ Fahala Saeed (2022). Thinadhoon Meehun Beyli Kaarisaa 2. Retrieved from:https://sandhaanu.today/22017/ Mohamed Hamdhoon (2022). Thinadhooah HavaruThinadhoo Kiyunee Keevve? E ee Fahuruveri Vaan Jehey Namehtha?. Retrieved from: https://adhadhu.com/article/20337 Ahmed Shurau (2021). Thinadhoogai Alun Vazanverivaan Kurevunu Iulaan. Retrieved from: https://gaafu.mv/dv/29029 MVPlus. Havaru Thinadhoo Depopulation – Part 1: The Beginning of the Uprising. Retrieved from: https://www.plus.mv/photo-stories/36142/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNQU2dleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFVTklaYk9LR3JOaXd3Y0JzAR7s5JKB2C0s4dkcZTY5lbNO0XG6CFwuS0KKzmOkkB-tO8gHpNr4FVXwkAf9CA_aem_OV_b17ZChqB9UQg9IinulA MVPlus. Havaru Thinadhoo Depopulation – Part 2: The End of the Secessionist Administration. Retrieved from: https://www.plus.mv/photo-stories/36266/ Abdulla Hilmy (2020). Havaruthinadhoon Meehun Beylumuge Thereyn 5. Retrieved from:https://web.archive.org/web/20200928113928/https://www.galehiri.com/2013/12/5.html Abdulla Hilmy (2016). Havaruthinadhoon Meehun Beyli Vaahaka. Retrieved from: https://web.archive.org/web/20201204072818/https://www.galehiri.com/2016/09/blog-post_1.html Abdulla Hilmy (2020). Havaruthinadhoon Meehun Beylumuge Thereyn 3. Retrieved from:https://web.archive.org/web/20201029053739/https://www.galehiri.com/2013/12/3.html Abdulla Hilmy (2020). Havaruthinadhoon Meehun Beylumuge Thereyn 6. Retrieved from:https://web.archive.org/web/20200927110209/http://www.galehiri.com/2013/12/6.html

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 (2025). President Al Ameer Ibrahim Nasir. Retrieved from: https://presidency.gov.mv/PO/FormerPresident/6 Olivia Lang and Zaheena Rasheed (2008). Former President Nasir Dies. Retrieved from:  https://web.archive.org/web/20090126080901/http://www.minivannews.com/news_detail.php?id=5533 Ministry of Homeland Security and Technology (2025). Republic Day. Retrieved from:https://mohst.gov.mv/ministry/celebrating-days/15 Ahmed Alaa Didi (2021). Jumhooriyathaai Raajjeyge Jumhooriyya ah Balailumeh. Retrieved from:https://adhadhu.com/article/18128 Aminath Yumna (2024). Dhivehi Raajjeyge Jumhooriyyage Ufehdhumaai Tharagee. Retrieved from:https://farudhun.com/article/1399 Mohamed Hamdhoon (2023). Emme Fahuge Radhun: Aaraai Baareh Neiy Othee Izzathaai Sharafu. Retrieved from:https://mihaaru.com/report/120502 Mohamed Hamdhoon (2022). Boduganduvarugai Nasir Koaradi Jessevee Keeve. Retrieved from: https://mihaaru.com/report/110882

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. Male’ Maldives Moosa Latheef (2023). Luthufee Minivan Viyas E Handhaan Thakaai Vakivumeh Neiy. Retrieved from: https://dhauru.com/post/report/24299 Moosa Latheef (2021).Beybey, Aharen Biruganey: Eyge Fahun Eree Vazan. Dhen Maru. Retrieved from: https://dhauru.com/post/report/2102 Ahmed Faseeh (2019). 3 November 1988 Ge Udhuvaanee Hamalaa.  Retrieved from: https://aafathis.mv/archives/39946 David Brewster (2014). Operation Cactus: India’s 1988 intervention in the Maldives. Retrieved from: https://web.archive.org/web/20170101022632/http://pragati.nationalinterest.in/2014/04/operation-cactus-indias-1988-intervention-in-the-maldives/ Mariyath Mohamed (2023). November 3 conspirator Luthfee to be released today. Retrieved from: https://edition.mv/news/30338?ref=tagpage-related-related Ana Ahmed (2024). November 3, 1988: The Day the Maldives Defied a Coup. Retrieved from: https://en.sauvees.com/1457/ Sun.mv (2024). Moosa Ali Jaleel to receive Grand Order of Military Honor. Retrieved from: https://en.sun.mv/92963 Mohamed Rehan (2022). The failed coup d’état of November 3. Retrieved from: https://edition.mv/november_3_coup/26201 Coralgrass Market (nd). 3rd November 1988 coup d'état – a disorderly preparation. Retrieved from: https://coralglass.market/news/213

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 Dhivehi Raajje. Dhivehi Bahuge Academy. Male’.  Michael O'Shea (2006). Fahuge Tareek Maldives history timeline 1900-2006. Retrieved from https://web.archive.org/web/20060221053914/http://www.dhivehiobserver.com/maldivesculture/Tareek/maldives_history_timeline_20th_century.htm Maldivesindependent (2015). A lingering longing for self-rule. Retrieved from: https://maldivesindependent.com/feature-comment/the-longing-for-self-rule-115666 Pamela (2022). Top 10 Remarkable Facts about Abdullah Afeef. Retrieved from: https://www.discoverwalks.com/blog/maldives/top-10-remarkable-facts-about-abdullah-afeef/

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 Fareedge Thaarekh Adhi Dhivehi Thaareekhuge Thanthankolhu. Latheef (2016). Hassan Fareed was deliberately disappeared by English. Retrieved from https://miadhu.mv/article/en/5389 Mohamed Hamdhoon (2019). Maazeen Miadhu: Hassan Fareed Gehlun, Sababakee Germanuge Hamala. Retrieved from https://mihaaru.com/news/52610 Michael O'Shea (2006). Fahuge Tareek Maldives history timeline 1900-2006. Retrieved from https://web.archive.org/web/20060221053914/http://www.dhivehiobserver.com/maldivesculture/Tareek/maldives_history_timeline_20th_century.htm

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). Dhivehiraajeyge Rahunnaai Raneen. Male': Dhivehi Bahaai Thaareekhah Khidhumaiykuraa Marukazu. Adam Abdul Rahman - Ha, Utheemu (2017). Kalhuohfummi.  Hassan Thajuddin. Tarikh Islaamee Dheeba Mahal. Dhivehi Bahuge Academy.

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 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 Fareedhuge Thaareekh adhi Dhivehi Thaareekhge thanthankolhu. Retrieved from: https://saruna.mnu.edu.mv/server/api/core/bitstreams/7a971215-5b67-4080-b08c-3af9a8435f15/content Abdulla Saeed (2022). Gaanoon Asaasee Liyumaai Vidhaalun. Retrieved from:  https://thiladhun.com/88760 Mariyam Sana (2022). Furathama Gaanoon Asaasee Veedhaalun. Retrieved from:  https://theeru.com/post/2143/2237  Peoples Majilis (2025). History of Majilis. Retrieved from: https://majlis.gov.mv/en/pes/history-of-majlis Dr Shamsul Falaah. How the law in the Maldives paved the way for a Sunni legal tradition. Retrieved from:  https://melbourneasiareview.edu.au/how-the-law-in-the-maldives-paved-the-way-for-a-sunni-legal-tradition/0 Husnu Al Suood.Political System of the Ancient Kingdom. Retrieved from: https://justicesuood.com/public/uploads/1611685910668Political_System_of_the_Ancient_Kingdom.pdf

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, 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). Dhivehiraajeyge Rahunnaai Raneen. Male': Dhivehi Bahaai Thaareekhah Khidhumaiykuraa Marukazu. Mohamed Naseer (2009). Ingireysi Hiyaamathuge Dhashah Dhiyun Adhi Boduhulhu Jehun. Mohamed Hamdhoon (2024, 07 26). Voaraainge Mahchah Nasir Hoadhevi Kaamiyaabee: Minivankamah Elhi Furathama Fiyavalhu. Retrieved from Mihaaru.com: https://mihaaru.com/report/136075 Niumathullah Idrees (2021, 07 26). Nasir Hunnevee Gothugai: Minivankan Dhinumun Noonee Vaahakaeh Nudhakkaanan. Retrieved from Mihaaru.com: https://mihaaru.com/report/94915 Simaha Naseem (2021, 07 25). Raajje Minivanvaan Massaiykuri Maigandu Sababuthah. Retrieved from Raajje.mv: https://raajje.mv/103795 PSM News (2021, 07 26). Dhivehin Minivankamah Kuri Dhathuru. Retrieved from psmnews.mv: http://psmnews.mv/89698 Ahmed Saail Ali (2017, 06 08). Raajje Ingireysingge Kulhibaya. Retrieved from Sun.mv: https://sun.mv/90846 Aishath Shazleen (2018, 11 11). Ibrahim Nasir: Varugadha Leadereh. Retrieved from https://archive.mv/: https://archive.mv/dv/articles/4Oo8O Maahil Mohamed (2015, 07 26). Ingireysin Birugannavan Maleyge Zuvaanun Jessi Baeh Stuntthah. Retrieved from https://archive.mv/: https://archive.mv/dv/articles/M48W9 Ahmed Naaif (2019, 07 26). Varugadha Ingireyseenaai Kurimathilee Dhivehi Anhenun. Retrieved from Sun.mv: https://sun.mv/122257/165427

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 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). Dhivehiraajeyge Rahunnaai Raneen. Male': Dhivehi Bahaai Thaareekhah Khidhumaiykuraa Marukazu. Mohamed Naseer (2009). Ingireysi Hiyaamathuge Dhashah Dhiyun Adhi Boduhulhu Jehun.

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 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). Dhivehiraajeyge Rahunnaai Raneen. Male': Dhivehi Bahaai Thaareekhah Khidhumaiykuraa Marukazu. Mohamed Naseer (2009). Ingireysi Hiyaamathuge Dhashah Dhiyun Adhi Boduhulhu Jehun.

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 references consulted in the research process: Naseema Mohamed Kaleyfaanu (2010). Dhivehiraajeyge Rahunnaai Raneen. Male': Dhivehi Bahaai Thaareekhah Khidhumaiykuraa Marukazu. Alaa Didi (2013). Al Ameer Hassan Izzuddin. Retrieved from: https://lucasjalyl.wordpress.com/2013/04/24/princehasan Abdulla Saeed (2019). Henveiru Ganduvaruge Naacharangee. Retrieved from: https://allosaeed.blogspot.com/2019/12/blog-post.html Imad Latheef (2022). Henveiru Ganduvaru Manipulhuge Sababun Dhivehi Dhaulathah Kurimathivi Bodu Ladhu. Retrieved from: https://v1.oneonline.mv/64931

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 Mohamed Kaleyfaanu (2010). Dhivehiraajeyge Rahunnaai Raneen. Male': Dhivehi Bahaai Thaareekhah Khidhumaiykuraa Marukazu.