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Storytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaTHE STORY OF TRIPURANTAKA (A Shiva Story Retold)In this episode of Storytelling With Shweta, we will hear a story called Tripurantaka - A story about Shiva as the vanquisher of cities.  This story is a retelling of a tale about God Shiva - the Destroyer. As is common with Indian mythology it has many variations and this story is well suited for the youngest to the oldest member of your family. The This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales about Indian Gods, Goddesses, Asuras, Yakshas and more.  The...2025-05-0912 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaTHE GODDESS'S FOOTSTEPS (Indian Goddess Series)S2/Ep 34In this episode of Storytelling With Shweta we will hear a story called the ‘The Goddess’s Footsteps’. This story is a retelling of a tale about Goddess Saraswati. As is common with Indian mythology it has many variations and this story is well suited for the youngest to the oldest member of your family.  This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales about Indian Gods, Goddesses, Asuras, Yakshas and more.  Show Notes For more...2025-05-0215 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaTHE STORY OF THE PRECIOUS GEM - SITA (A Ramayana Story)In this episode of Storytelling With Shweta we will hear a story from the Konkani Ramayna called the ‘The Story of the precious gem- Sita’. This story is a retelling of a tale from the Konkani Ramayana. The Ramayana has many variations and this story is well suited for the youngest to the oldest member of your family. This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales about Indian Gods, Goddesses, Asuras, Yakshas and more.  Show Notes For more...2025-04-2510 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaA GAME OF DICE BETWEEN LORD SHIVA & GODDESS PARVATI (An Ancient Myth Retold)In this episode of Storytelling With Shweta we will hear a story of a game of Chaupar or dice between God Shiva and Goddess Parvati .This story is a retelling of an old mythological tale that is usually told around Diwali. The story has many variations and this version is well suited for the youngest to the oldest member of your family. This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales about Indian Gods, Goddesses, Asuras, Yakshas and more.  Show No...2025-04-1811 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaTHE LOVE STORY OF RURU & PRAMADVARA (A Mahabharata Story)In this episode of Storytelling With Shweta we will hear a story from the Mahabharata - The love story of Ruru and Pramdvara.This story is a retelling of a story from the Adi Parva of the Mahabharata but it doesn’t feature the Pandavas, Kauravas or any of the well-known characters of the epic. The story has many variations and this version is well suited for the youngest to the oldest member of your family. This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asi...2025-04-1115 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaTHE STORY OF GANESHA AND THE MOON GOD (An Indian Myth Retold)In this episode of Storytelling With Shweta, we will hear the tale of Ganesha and the Moon God. This story is a retelling of a story that can be sourced to an ancient Hindu text. It has many variations and this version is well-suited for the youngest to the oldest member of your family. This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales about Indian Gods, Goddesses, Asuras, Yakshas and more.  Show Notes For more Ganesha stories from Storytelling with Sh...2025-03-2810 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaBHRAMARI DEVI - The Goddess of Bees (Indian Goddess Series)In this episode of Storytelling With Shweta we will hear the tale of Bhramari Devi - The Indian Goddess of Bees, This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales about Indian Gods, Goddesses, Asuras and more.  Show Notes Also listen to The Goddess with Weapons in Her HairAlakshmi - The Goddess of MisfortuneGoddess Jagadhatri - The Protector of the World The Tale of Goddess Shasthi and her Black CatFor...2025-03-2110 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaTHE TALE OF SRINIVASAN'S DEBT TO KUBERA (Indian Myth Retold)In this episode of Storytelling With Shweta we will hear the tale of Srinivasan’s debt to Kubera - The God of Wealth.This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales. Show Notes Also listen to The Yaksha’s Riddle The story of the Yakshi and the Tree Deity For other interesting bonus info about the story that did not make it into the podcast, please follow me on instagram at ⁠Storytelling with Shweta.⁠2025-03-1409 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaManasa Devi - The Goddess of Snakes (Indian Goddess Series)In this episode of Storytelling With Shweta we will hear the story of Manasa Devi - the goddess of snakes. A unique Goddess worshipped in Assam, Bengal, Bihar and other parts of North-eastern India. This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales. Show Notes For other unique Goddess stories from Storytelling With Shweta, listen to The Earth Goddess and the Solung FestivalThe Story of the Goddess with Weapons in her HairAlakshmi...2025-03-0715 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaTHE TALE OF GODDESS KANYAKUMARI (Indian Goddess Series)In this episode of Storytelling With Shweta we will hear the story of Goddess Kanyakumari - the deity who is worshipped at the very tip of the Indian Sub-continent. This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales.Show Notes For other Goddess stories from Storytelling With Shweta, Listen to Goddess Skandamata also said to be another version of Goddess ShasthiGoddess Shailaputri Goddess BrahmachariniGoddess ChandraghantaGoddess Katyayini...2025-02-2812 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaTHE TALE OF KAMADEVA & HOLI (Festivals of India Series)In this episode of Storytelling With Shweta we will hear the story of the Indian God of Love Kamadeva and the festival of Holi.  This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales. Show Notes For other stories from the Festivals of India series from Storytelling With Shweta, listen to-King Mahabali and the Story of OnamThe Story of RakshabandhanThe Earth Goddess and the Solung FestivalFor other int...2025-02-1411 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaTHE TALE OF GODDESS SHASTHI & HER BLACK CAT (Indian Goddess Series)In this episode of Storytelling With Shweta we will hear the story of an Indian Goddess called Shasthi and her Black cat.This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales.Show Notes For other Goddess stories from Storytelling With Shweta,Listen toGoddess Skandamataalso said to be another version of Goddess Shasthi Goddess ShailaputriGoddess BrahmachariniGoddess ChandraghantaGoddess KatyayiniGoddess Kaalraatri and Goddess MahagauriGoddess Si...2025-02-0713 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaTHE TALE OF KRISHNA & KALIYA (A Krishna Story)In this episode of Storytelling With Shweta we will hear the story of how Krishna defeated the Serpent King Kaliya This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales. Show Notes  For other Krishna stories from Storytelling With Shweta, listen to The story of Rakshabandan The story of Yashoda after Krishna  A Fistful of Flattened Rice - The Story of Krishna and Sudama’s Friendship For other stories about Nagas, listen to Ulup...2025-01-3116 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaThe Story of How Ravana Got His Name (A Ramayana Story)In this episode of Storytelling With Shweta we will hear the story of how Ravana - the King of Lanka got his name. This story was requested by a listener.  This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales. Show Notes  Here is a depiction of  Ravana shaking Mount Kailasa as depicted at the 6th-8th century caves at Ellora. Read this for more tiny tales of Ravana.  For other interesting bonus info about the stor...2025-01-2410 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaGANESHA & KARTHIKEYAN RACE AROUND THE WORLD (An Indian Myth Retold)In this episode of Storytelling with Shweta, we will hear the story of the two brothers Ganesha and Karthikeyan and their race around the world.  This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales.  Show Notes  Here is a depiction of the Shiva and Parvati family currently on loan to  the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Read this for more about the Palani temple.  For other interesting bonus info about the story that did n...2025-01-1713 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaSARANYU & SURYA (A Rig Veda Story Retold)In this episode of Storytelling with Shweta, we will hear the story of Saranyu and Surya -- better known as The Goddess of Twilight and Clouds and her husband the Sun-God. This is a retelling of a story that can originally be traced back to the Rig Veda from almost 3500 years ago. This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales.  Show Notes  Here is a 2nd century BCE artifact depicting Surya and his wives currently housed in the Metropolitan Mu...2025-01-1014 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaNATARAJA - The Lord of Dance (A Shiva & Parvati Story)In this episode of Storytelling with Shweta, we will hear the story behind Nataraja - the iconic dancing avatar of the Hindu God Shiva.  This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales.  Show Notes  Here is a 11th century Nataraja Sculpture currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. For other interesting bonus info about the story that did not make it into the podcast, please follow me on instagram at ⁠Storytelling with Shwet...2025-01-0309 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaGanesha- The Scribe (A MAHABHARATA STORY)In this episode of Storytelling with Shweta, we hear a Ganesha story. Ganesha is the iconic elephant-headed God who pretty much everyone is familiar with. He is the son of God Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Ganesha is worshipped as the God of good fortune and new beginnings. This story was requested by a listener.   This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales.  Show Notes  Here is a 19th century illustration of Ganesha transcribing the Mahabharata.  For other inter...2024-12-1910 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaKarna - The Benevolent Warrior (A Mahabharata Story)In this episode of Storytelling with Shweta, we hear a Karna story. Karna is an extremely complex character from the Indian epic - the Mahabharata. He was the son of Kunti and Surya (the sun god), and half-brother to the Pandavas. This story was requested by a listener.   This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales.  Show Notes  Here is Karna as an Indonesian shadow puppet. This is currently part of the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco. Do...2024-12-1211 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaA Fistful of Flattened Rice - The Story of Krishna and Sudama's FriendshipIn this episode of Storytelling with Shweta, we hear the story of  Sudama, also known as Kuchela. Sudama is not a God or King. He did not fight demons or have an epic love story. He was an ordinary man who was generous of spirit. He was a childhood friend of Lord Krishna and this is the story of them meeting years after life had taken them in different directions.  This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales.  Show Notes  He...2024-12-0515 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaGoddess Tara - Princess, North Star, FeministIn this episode of Storytelling with Shweta, we hear about Goddess Tara - A Princess turned Buddhist Goddess and early feminist icon. Goddess Tara is known for her compassion and is also considered the North Star and guiding light to those who pray to her.  This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and South Asian Folk tales.  Show Notes  The sculpture that served as inspiration for this episode is owned by the Metropolitan Museum of Art. You can see it and read about it...2024-11-2808 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaKaraikkal Ammaiyar - The story of a Tamil Poet SaintIn this episode of Storytelling with Shweta, we hear about Karaikkal Ammaiyar - A iconic Poet Saint. Kariakkal Ammaiyar’s story is one that has both history as well as myth in it. The religious poetry that she created for the Bhakti movement still exists but her origin story is definitely mythical in tone.  This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and Folk tales. This one is set in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.  Show Notes The sculpture that served as inspiration for...2024-11-2114 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaDushala - The Kaurava Princess (Women of Mahabharata Series)In this episode of Storytelling with Shweta, we hear about Dushala - the Kaurava Princess. Though many know her as the only sister to 100 Kaurava brothers, the epic does not really offer up a lot of other details about her. All the more reason why Dushala deserves her own episode.  This story is from the Women of the Mahabharata series.  Apart from Dushala, this story also features Arjuna - one of the most well-known Pandavas in the epic.  This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and Folk tal...2024-11-1410 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaWhen Hanuman tried to Eat the Sun (A Ramayana story)In this episode of Storytelling with Shweta, I have a Ramayana story for you. This one is from the monkey god Hanuman’s childhood. We hear about the day he wanted to eat the sun! Apart from Hanuman this story features Vayu - the wind god, Indra the king of gods and other characters from Indian mythology.   This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and Folk tales. This story was chosen on request from a birthday boy! If you would like to dedicate an e...2024-11-0712 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaThe Yaksha’s Riddles (A Mahabharata Story)In this episode of Storytelling with Shweta,  I have a Mahabharata story for you. One with five brothers, a bunch of riddles, a Yaksha and a guest appearance by Yama - The God of death. This story is all about quests, logic and magical enchantments!  The art that inspired this story from Indian mythology is owned by  the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Listen to the episode for more. This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, Indian mythology and Folk tales. Show notes  Th...2024-10-3116 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaSubhadra - The Princess of Dwarka (Women of Mahabharata Series)In this episode of Storytelling with Shweta, we will hear Subhadra’s story as part of the Women of the Mahabharata series. Subhadra is the sister of God Krishna and is famous for her love story with Arjuna of the Pandavas. Even though there are not a lot of details about her she is an iconic figure in Indian mythology.  The art that inspired this story from Indian mythology is owned by  the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Listen to the episode for more. This family-friendly story is best for all who enjoy stories from...2024-10-2413 minStorytelling with ShwetaStorytelling with ShwetaVindhyavalli - Mahabali's Wife and Forgotten QueenIn this episode of Storytelling with Shweta, we hear the story of Vindhyavalli - King Mahabali's wife and forgotten Queen. Scroll down for shownotes!This episode is a companion piece to Ep 6 - The Legend of King Mahabali from Season 1 of Storytelling with Shweta. It is linked below in the show notes. This story is best for children who enjoy Indian folk tales and fairytales and adults of all ages. Shownotes Listen to the ⁠Legend of King Mahabali from Season 1 for more on the King and the festival of Onam. ⁠ You can look at the plaque that i...2024-09-1220 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 76 : For Mewar (Short Story)Your loyalty towards the royal family and your motherland or your your dharma as a mother, which would you choose? The legendary story of Panna Dhai of Mewar, who sacrificed her son Chandan, to save the life of Kunwar Udai Singh the last heir to the throne of Mewar of the Sisodia dynasty. This story is told from the POV of Panna Dhai and her son on that fateful night when Banvir strides into the palace hell bent on eliminating the last person standing between him and the throne of Mewar. Link to the...2023-04-2810 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 75 : A Note to Self (Poem)Here’s a poem about finding ourselves and being comfortable in our own skin. This also happens to be the poem that got me a runners up position for an online event called A Rhythmic Affair S3. It is organised by Beyond the Box, a writing community focusing mainly on children but they do certain number of events for the adults too. Link to the post on the website - https://shwetasbasket.com/a-note-to-self/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com FB & Instagram Messenger - @shwetasbasket Link to other pod...2023-04-2106 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketSurkhe Ka Kamaal 2.0 (Short Story)This story is a satire on the social evil of begetting an heir. What happens to a young girl who is not above to give a child to the family and how they are exploited by the so called 'Gurus'. Link to the post on the website - https://shwetasbasket.com/surkhe-ka-kamaal-2-0/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com FB & Instagram Messenger - @shwetasbasket Link to other podcast platforms - https://linktr.ee/shwetasbasket Geeks Room Link for New Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=s...2023-04-1413 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 73 : Invocation & Unafraid (Poems)What better way to start the new season is by invoking the blessings of the divine and by being unafraid… of getting back on the podcasting horse again... and hence the 2 poems for this first episode. They are part of a debut book titled 'Cosmic Vibes from Chaos to Quietude' by Shristee Singh. Link to the post on the website - https://shwetasbasket.com/invocation-unafraid-poems/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Link to other podcast platforms - https://linktr.ee/shwetasbasket Geeks Room Link for New Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shw...2023-04-0706 minChitter Chatter with Shweta RohiraChitter Chatter with Shweta RohiraBook Talks with Shweta Rohira Guest Nitin SekarBook Talks with Shweta Rohira Guest Nitin Sekar  Watch Nitin & Shweta in a candid conversation about Nitin's latest book titled "What's Left Of The Jungle: A Conservation Story".2022-05-2928 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 72 : No Eulogy (Poem)Losing someone we love is painful, so is it wrong to hold on to them? Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/dusky-isnt-deserving-short-story/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Link to other podcast platforms - https://linktr.ee/shwetasbasket Geeks Room Link for New Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket Narrator - Shweta Singh Writer - Shweta Singh Music - YouTube Library #shwetasbasket #podcasting #podcaster #podcastindia #podcastlife #shortstorypodcast #storypod #podcastshortstories #shortstory #fiction #poem #poetrycommunity #poetrypodcast #poetrypod #storytime #w...2022-03-0405 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 70 : Gone Forever (Poem)Once she was opaque and cast a shadow and she was happy with who she was. But slowly she was gone. Why? How? Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/gone-forever/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Link to other podcast platforms - https://linktr.ee/shwetasbasket Geeks Room Link for New Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket Narrator - Shweta Singh Author - Shweta Singh Music - YouTube Library #shwetasbasket #podcasting #podcaster #podcastindia #podcastlife #shortstorypodcast #storypod #p...2022-02-1807 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 69 : Whispered Words (Short Story)I feel he is real, the protagonist of my story. Perhaps he had whispered stories in my ears when I was an infant. Perhaps that I why I love narrating them. Do you feel the same way? Listen to this story and then tell me.  Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/whispered-words/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Link to other podcast platforms - https://linktr.ee/shwetasbasket Geeks Room Link for New Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket Narrator - Shweta Singh Au...2022-02-1114 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 68 : I Won't Teach You That (Poem)This poem is a result of my inner conflict. Should the age-old dictums be passed on to our daughters as it is or is it time to make a few changes to them? Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/i-wont-teach-you-that/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Link to other podcast platforms - https://linktr.ee/shwetasbasket Geeks Room Link for New Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket Narrator - Shweta Singh Author - Shweta Signh Music Attribution – Dreams Become Real by Kev...2022-02-0509 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 56 : Vishnu and The Two Glasses of Milk (Short Story)God! Do you remember, as a child, when you were forced to have a glass of milk and you simply hated it? I know I did and so did Vishnu the young protagonist of this story. Then how did he end up having two glasses of milk every day, just like me? Listen to the story to find out.  Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/vishnu-and-the-two-glasses-of-milk-short-story/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Link to...2021-10-0818 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 55 : Bitiya & Yaadein (Hindi Poems)Two poems that will warm your heart and take you down memory lane. Daughters and memories are two evergreen topics that bring a smile to your face and fill your heart with love. Listen to these poems and immerse yourself in love and laughter as your traipse around your nonage.  So, what is the price of taking water from the well that belongs to the upper caste? Your life? The life of others? And what happens when the upper caste has extracted that price? To find out listen to the episode. Please l...2021-10-0109 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 54 : Exodus (Short Story)Based on a true incident, the story is an outpouring of anguish and helplessness that the writer felt about this incident. She says that she cannot understand the depravity that human beings can subject their fellow human beings to and since she can't do much about it, she writes. She hopes somehow, somewhere it will ignite a small spark.  So, what is the price of taking water from the well that belongs to the upper caste? Your life? The life of others? And what happens when the upper caste has extracted that price? To find out listen t...2021-09-2418 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 53 : Gym kaa Siyaapa & Bin Bulaye Mehmaan (Hindi Poems)When you think of poems, generally you think of sweeping emotions, groundbreaking notions and deep thoughts, and perhaps multiple layers that you can peel away and discover something new each time. Very rarely do we think of poems and humor in the same sentence. But this time, I really wanted to recite something that was full of mirth and dealt with everyday living. So here are two poems related to the gym and unwanted guests. Do listen to them to see the poet's humorous take on the two situations.  Please leave a comment under t...2021-09-1717 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 52 : To Buddy or Not to Buddy (Short Story)She has made a friend in her office. Or so she thinks. What happens to that friendship and how does she deal with its effects? A story that you can relate to, for most of us would have gone through a similar experience when we started working. Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/to-buddy-or-not-to-buddy-short-story/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Link to other podcast platforms - https://linktr.ee/shwetasbasket2021-09-1013 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 51 : What Are Days Like? & Joy on The Wings of Hope (Poems)Today I have 2 very special poems for you. What Are Days Like? and Joy on The Wings of Hope. Both poems are part of a poetry book titled Islands in The Stream written by the very talented Sonal Singh, published by Authors Press, and available on Amazon. In What Are Days Like? she compares the days to mischievous children who are bargaining with the Sun for some more playtime. It starts with all this action; the bargaining by the days, then sulking and resisting, and then it segues into the days drifting off to slumberland. The personification...2021-09-0310 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 50 : Celebrating 50 EpisodesSo, today is very special. This is the 50th episode of Shweta’s Basket, a half-century. When I started Shweta’s Basket, a short stories and poems podcast in March 2020, I had no idea where this would lead. The only thought was to narrate stories written by you and me…The regular people, who had no platform to showcase our work and also to gift the listener a smile just like audio stories do for me. But this was completely new and I was not sure if I could do it, or what it entailed. But I knew f...2021-08-2711 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 49 : Is Love Forever? (Short Story)Is love forever? Does it transcend death? What does one do when the love of one's life, one's partner of years & years passes away. Does life stop? Or can one find a reason to go on? Something that sparks the desire to live this life and live it to the best of one's ability. Listen to find out how the protagonist deals with the loss of her husband. What inspires her to go on.  Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to t...2021-08-2018 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 48 : The Hungry Flames & The Support System (Poems)There are two beautiful poems in this episode for you. Both are total opposites but are heartfelt and a result of what the poet with her sensitive soul has seen, felt and experienced. 'The Hungry Flames' was written in the midst of the Second Wave of the pandemic when all around there was misery and devastation. "The Support System' is all about feeling strong and powerful because of the right support system and both poems are such a mirror reflection of today's life. This pandemic has made us feel alone, but it has also made us realize the value...2021-08-1310 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 47 : The Missing Piece (Short Story)Daniel had everything going for him – a good job, great friends, a beautiful wife but on that fateful day, he was home alone? Why was he alone, what happened on that day? Listen to the episode and find out what happened.   Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below).   Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/the-missing-piece-short-story/  Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com   Link to other podcast platforms - https://linktr.ee/shwetasbasket  Geeks Room Link for New Web...2021-08-0621 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 47 : The Missing Piece (Short Story)Daniel had everything going for him – a good job, great friends, a beautiful wife but on that fateful day, he was home alone? Why was he alone, what happened on that day? Listen to the episode and find out what happened.  Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/the-missing-piece-short-story/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Link to other podcast platforms - https://linktr.ee/shwetasbasket Geeks Room Li...2021-08-0621 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 46 : Nayi Aas (Hindi Poem)A poem about 'New Hope', new aspirations, new goals. This poem is full of positivity and proactiveness. It’s not a passive poem, it’s a take-charge kind of a poem. The emphasis is on gaining new experiences and forging ahead with courage in our hearts.  Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/nayi-aas-hindi-poem/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Link to other podcast platforms - https://linktr.ee/shwetasbasket Geek...2021-07-3010 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 45 : Second Life (Short Story)Everybody deserves a second chance in life. This is a beautiful story showcasing the opportunity and an innovative and creative system of correction that helps people who want to grab that chance with both hands. The story of Deepak and his desire to lead a life of love & dignity. He was a convict and to find out how he turned his life around, do listen to the story.  Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/s...2021-07-2316 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 44 : Umeed (Hindi Poem)This poetic prose written in Hindi is full of deep longing and soulful yearning. It tucks at your heartstrings. Through these lines, you can feel the poet’s pain and his struggle. And even though the love remained unexpressed, it ended in hope and that's just beautiful.  Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/umeed-hindi-poem/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Link to other podcast platforms - https://linktr.ee/shwetasbasket 2021-07-1610 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 43 : Hand in Hand Into The Sunset : Part 2 (Short Story)The old couple lovingly referred to as Mama and Mami are getting by in life. Mama is due to retire shortly. Theirs is not a story of hot and passionate love but love of a life spent together. Mama & Mami are so comfortable in each other’s company. Theirs is a love that runs deep and needs no extravagant overtures of love. But on the day Mama is supposed to retire, riots break out. He is still at the bank, where he works. Will Mami lose him too, she has already lost her son. To find out what happens to...2021-07-0918 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 42 : Hand in Hand Into The Sunset : Part 1 (Short Story)The old couple lovingly referred to as Mama and Mami are getting by in life. Mama is due to retire shortly. Theirs is not a story of hot and passionate love but love of a life spent together. Mama & Mami are so comfortable in each other’s company. Theirs is a love that runs deep and needs no extravagant overtures of love. But on the day Mama is supposed to retire, riots break out. He is still at the bank, where he works. Will Mami lose him too, she has already lost her son. To find out what happens to...2021-07-0215 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketSeason 2.0 (Intro Ep)And Shweta's Basket is back with a brand new season.  Let’s celebrate the magic of short stories & poems. They are truly magical, aren’t they? They make us feel… Happiness, heartbreak, horror, hope, hatred and so much more. Namaste people, Welcome to Shweta’s Basket, a stories & poems podcast. I am your host Shweta Singh and each week; I will bring an incredible new story or poem for you. Welcome to Shweta’s Basket, a weekly stories & poems podcast and I am your host Shweta Singh. 2021-06-2504 minMajestic by Shweta SinghMajestic by Shweta SinghThe Journey Of Life Talk Show | Majestic by Shweta Singh - Ep 5"I have learnt to live through it all not to just exist but break barriers”.Gracias! Dr. Srilatha Suresh for making the conversation so unique and special. I had the best time and it was an honour to be a guest at ODESSEY Talk Show🙏 in collaboration with Majestic by Shweta Singh podcasts and discuss on the events which is so close to my heart.  To know more, stay tuned and be the witness to our motivational conversation and be ready to spread your wings.2021-06-1131 minMajestic by Shweta SinghMajestic by Shweta SinghDiversity in Leadership | Majestic by Shweta Singh - Ep 4I Shweta Singh started my life from the lowest step in the ladder and I can certainly say that having worked in both the rural and urban sectors of INDIA and despite our rich indigenous diversity, more discussions need to happen and more examples need to be set for a better tomorrow.A lot can change if you decide to roll the dice on you!!Let us Embrace, Empower and Stand For Each Other.#diversity, #entrepreneur,  #leadership,  #majesticbyshwetasingh,  #navami,  #onwards, #upwards2021-05-3106 minMajestic by Shweta SinghMajestic by Shweta SinghHaute Couture or One size fits all | Majestic by Shweta Singh - Ep 3"Ideas are the currency of the Present”.As CEO of 'Majestic by Shweta Singh’, I am here at the inaugural webinar organised by 'Global Womenpreneur Clique’ .In this episode I will be sharing my expertise on how COVID-19 has affected the Fashion Industry and advice our esteemed audience on coping mechanisms that can be used by firms experiencing challenges in these unprecedented times.I am incredibly delighted to be setting an example with my new ongoing initiative (National Ambassador For Villages & Aspiration For Mission India) NAVAMIAs I firmly believe in....as long as we all share our future, we are...2021-05-2411 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 40 : Storm (Short Story)Sometimes our love is not enough. Sometimes there is no happy choice, only one less grievous than the others. What does Sam love and why can't she save her love? Listen to find out.  Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/storm-shorty-story/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Link for Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket Narrator - Shweta Singh Writer - Natasha Se...2021-05-0413 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 39 : Lavender (Poem)A poem of loss, love and memories. A poem of sadness and yearning that ends on a note of hope, of moving forward, albeit with the shadows of the past. Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/lavender-poem/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Link for Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket Narrator - Shweta Singh Writer - Nisha Tandon Music...2021-04-2908 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 38 : An Arachnid Anecdote (Short Story)How would you react to going through an experience where, something you hated to begin with turns out to be something you love now. Our experiences change us. Listen to the episode to find out how this protagonist's hate, turned into love.  Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/an-arachnid-anecdote-short-story/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Link for Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket Narrator...2021-04-2710 minArvindRama\'s Podcast ServiceArvindRama's Podcast ServiceHow Can Girls Join Army. Capt Shweta Explains in Hindi.For video version please visit YouTube at ArvindRama's Creative Services (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntOxqngPqjY&t=17s). Capt Shweta Misra Explains procedures, QRs, websites, forms t be filled for joining Indian Army. https://amzn.to/3tcCEsH--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/arvindramas/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arvindramas/support2021-04-2610 minArvindRama\'s Podcast ServiceArvindRama's Podcast ServiceHow Can Girls Join Army. Capt Shweta Explains in Hindi.For video version please visit YouTube at ArvindRama's Creative Services (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntOxqngPqjY&t=17s). Capt Shweta Misra Explains procedures, QRs, websites, forms t be filled for joining Indian Army. https://amzn.to/3tcCEsH--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/arvindramas/message Get on the email list at arvindramas.substack.com2021-04-2610 minArvindRama\'s Podcast ServiceArvindRama's Podcast ServiceHow To Join Indian Army. explained in Hindi by Capt Shweta.Ex Indian Army officer Capt Shweta Takes a run through how students can join army. Procedures, websites, exams, syllabus. Its career guidance to school and college students and parents on how to take defence career and proceed.Encourage interested persons to see  Video version here.https://youtu.be/aFoULcPcjUM--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/arvindramas/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/arvindramas/support2021-04-2108 minArvindRama\'s Podcast ServiceArvindRama's Podcast ServiceHow To Join Indian Army. explained in Hindi by Capt Shweta.Ex Indian Army officer Capt Shweta Takes a run through how students can join army. Procedures, websites, exams, syllabus. Its career guidance to school and college students and parents on how to take defence career and proceed.Encourage interested persons to see  Video version here.https://youtu.be/aFoULcPcjUM--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/arvindramas/message Get on the email list at arvindramas.substack.com2021-04-2108 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 37 : Besan Laddu (Short Story)As the writer says, sounds like a very mouth watering title, right? Well he says listen to the story and then see how you feel about Besan Laddu.  Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/besan-laddu-short-story/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Link for Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket Narrator - Shweta Singh Writer - Sandeep Jumrani Music - Asepirawan20 fr...2021-04-2014 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 36 : The Conundrum (Short Story)He is Mrs. Daisy Duncan's non-human confidante. He knows her secrets but as long as they are juicy he is willing to go along to keep them. What secrets you ask? Well, listen to the story to find out.  Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/the-conundrum-short-story/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Link for Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket Narrator - Shweta Singh2021-04-1512 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 35 : Lotus Stem & Gramflour (Short Story)Sometimes the bad things are not so bad after all. They turn out to be a blessing in disguise. All we need to do is adjust our perspective a little. Listen to this story to find out how the protagonist finally learnt to enjoy the situation she found herself in.  Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/lotus-stem-with-gramflour-short-story/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Link for Website - https://ge...2021-04-1313 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 34 : Splash of Sunshine (Short Story)Domestic violence is an age old story. But slowly the voices are emerging from behind closed doors. More such stories need to be written and read to make it a subject that woman can talk about without feeling guilty or the fear of being persecuted.  Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/splash-of-sunshine-short-story/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Link for Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket...2021-04-1013 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 33 : Mein Samay Hoon (Hindi Poem)Time and tide as they say, wait for non. Here the poet is reminding us the same thing. And also advising us to make promises and memories and to tuck them away safely with love. In today's world, which is in the grip of fear and despondency due to Coronavirus pandemic it is a very relevant poem.  Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/mein-samay-hoon-hindi-poem/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Ge...2021-04-0608 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 32 : It Flows Gently On (Short Story)When hate and vengeance are upper most in peoples' mind and heart. Even more than innocent lives. Listen to this story to find out what happened to innocent Piu.  Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/it-flows-gently-on-short-story/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Link for Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket Narrator - Shweta Singh Writer - Esther Greenwood Music - mi...2021-03-2508 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 31 : Of Pageants & Hobbies (Short Story)We expect our elderly to behave in a certain manner. There is this stereotypical image that we have of what they should be doing after a certain age. The question of doing something new and exciting and invigorating is almost unthinkable. The max they can do is get into a sedentary or religious activity. Well, this story challenges that mind-set. Let us hear what this sexagenarian doctor wants to do?   Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://sh...2021-03-1913 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 30 : Naughty Syllables (Poem)This poem is a fun take on all the poetry forms that follow a strict syllable count like #haiku, #tankas, #cinquain and #sequin. It's about how tough it is to find the right words and feelings and then tailor them to a #syllable #count.  Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/naughty-syllables/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Link for Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket ...2021-03-1605 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 29 : The Old Man And The Book (Short Story)He is the keeper of the book of lost and forgotten. What is it that we have lost? Why are we forced to lose it? Listen to find out. *** Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/the-old-man-and-the-book-short-story/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Link for Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket Narrator - Shweta Singh Writer - Anne Adarsh Music - mixkit.c...2021-03-0508 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 28 : Dear Paper Plane (Poem)It’s a plea from me or from any person who has lost a parent or that one person who is the emotional pillar in their life. The plea is in the form of a letter.  Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/dear-paper-plane/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Link for Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket Narrator - Shweta Singh Writer - Sh...2021-03-0206 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 27 : Yellow vs. Green (Short Story)Love comes in all shapes, sizes, forms and ages. So does heart break. He is only six, listen to found out who broke his heart.  This is our last story in the #unlove series for the month of February.  Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/yellow-vs-green/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Link for Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket Narrator - Shweta Singh W...2021-02-2610 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 26 : Watch Out (Poem)The last poem in our #unlove series for the month of February.  Watch out and beware of the various reasons people do silly or manipulative things for love or in love… Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/watch-out/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Link for Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket Narrator - Shweta Singh Writer - Shweta Singh 2021-02-2306 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 25 : The Story of Cullswick (Short Story)The #unlove month continues. This is the third story in the series. Love cannot be forced for the end doesn't bode well. So what happened to the men of Cullswick. Listen to the story and find out.  Please leave a comment under the post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/the-story-of-cullswick-short-story/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Link for Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket Narrator - Shweta Singh Writer - Sonal Si...2021-02-1910 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 24 : The Heir (Poem)A witty and wicked poem full of homophones. The client is dead and the lawyer is reading the will. Want to know who gets the money? Then listen on.  *** Please leave a comment under post on the website (link to the post provided below). Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/the-heir-poem/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Link for Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket Narrator - Shweta Singh Writer - Sonal Singh Music - mixkit.co...2021-02-1606 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 23 : T(w)o Troublesome (Short Story)Continuing with our theme for this month #unlove, we bring to you today a story titled T(w)o Troublesome. What is troubling our protagonist and what does she do about it? Listen to the story and find out.  Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/two-troublesome/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Link for Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket Narrator - Shweta Singh Writer - Shweta Singh Music - mixkit.co2021-02-1211 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 22 : Dusk's Promiscuity (Poem)This is February, the valentine month. The month of love-shove. The month of strawberries, red and pink hearts and chocolates. Lots and lots of chocolates. So, shwetasbasket will try and bring you some oranges and lemon poems and stories. Just something to balance out the incredible sweetness that is oozing from everywhere leading up to the valentine day. This is will be our #unlove month, and you can head over here incase you want to negate that sugar high or if you are craving a different flavour. So, continuing the theme, I have a...2021-02-0905 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 21 : The Man With A Plan (Short Story)This is the month of love-shove. The month of strawberries, cakes, candies, chocolates, cards and red hearts. So at shwetasbasket will try and bring you some oranges and lemon stories. Just something to balance out the incredible sweetness that will be oozing from everywhere during valentine. This is will be our #unlove month, and you can head over here incase you want to negate that sugar high or if you are craving a different flavour. And with that thought in mind I present to you this story. This is Kanagu and his desire to get married. Lets...2021-02-0518 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 20 : Be Gone Thou Infernal Cold & How to Write a Poem (Poems)For this episode I have two light, frothy and funny poems for you. The first one is titled – Be gone thou infernal cold, its about the kind of cold that literally walks in through your skin and  muscles and settles on your bones...brrr. Its hateful. The second one is – How to write a poem, it's about a person who is full of himself. On top of that he thinks he is a great poet and is trying to impress this damsel. Link to the post :  1. Be gone thou infernal cold - https...2021-02-0207 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 19 : The Story Tellers : Part 2 (Short Story)This episode is 2nd and concluding part of the story The Story Tellers written by Vijay Krishna Amaraneni. If you are here for the first time, then I suggest you listen to Ep 17 which is the first part of the story and then this part. For those who did listen to the first part here is a bit of a recap. We left the story at the part where our story teller was telling the ruffians that the protagonist had entered the forbidden forest in search of his younger step brother who had been riding a horse. 2021-01-2913 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 18 : Yellow Blossom (Poem)The poem that I have today is of a woman who is captive, when I was writing this poem at that time in my mind this woman was literally captive, but after finished the poem and reread it, I realised it is as true for a woman who is figuratively captive too, societal norms, inhibitions, others’ expectations of her. Here she is looking out of her barred and tiny window at the golden shower tree and pleading with it. Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/yellow-blossom/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com G...2021-01-2605 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 17 : The Story Tellers : Part 1 (Short Story)You know how some stories are – beautiful in their simplicity, almost lyrical, with powerful imagery, the inner struggle of the protagonist and a moral lesson all woven together effortlessly into a memorable tale. And the best part is they remind us of our childhood stories. This tale too, with its mix of fantasy and fable takes us back to our childhood days. Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/the-story-tellers-part-1-short-story/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Link for Website - https://geeks.artoonsinn.com?aff=shwetasbasket Narrator - S...2021-01-2213 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 16 : Mirage & New Name (Poems)Both the poems have one thing in common. There is a distinct before and after, and in between them is this moment and this phase that the poet is talking about. In both the poems things change and that emotion is what has led the poet to these poems. And both the poems bring us to a point where we become a new version of ourselves, a new 2.0. Link to the post - https://shwetasbasket.com/mirage-new-name-poems/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Link for Website...2021-01-1706 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 15 : A Celestial Soiree (Short Story)Where should we party? Sometimes finding the right venue is the biggest issue isn’t it? A new place, a new experience, that’s what we all crave for, right? So we are always looking for something new, something exciting. But you know, its not just us who’s looking for something new, there is someone else looking for a new destination to party. Want to know who it is? And whether they found their perfect venue? Then listen on... Link to story - https://shwetasbasket.com/a-celestial-soiree-short-story/ Email id - shweta@shweta...2021-01-1512 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 14 : My Daughter's Wedding (Poem)It is the wedding season in India, but the covid-19 pandemic has brought about a drastic change in the way we have weddings here. The venues, menus, guest lists, brides dress, meeting and blessing the new couple, the gifts. But what has not changed is the feeling of the bride’s mother. I have penned down a poem about it. Its what I think I will feel and do when my daughter gets married. Link to poem - https://shwetasbasket.com/my-daughters-wedding-poem/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Geeks Room Li...2021-01-1206 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 13 : Aadha Hissa - Kaunsa Kiska (Short Story in Hindi)A beautiful story that reminds us of the kind of stories our grandmothers used to tell us.  People, animals, morals all shaken and stirred together to make the perfect mock(tale) that was greedily drunk before bedtime. Better than hot chocolate or turmeric latte milk. This story reminded me of those times. Sigh!!! Link to post - https://shwetasbasket.com/aadha-hissa-kaunsa-kiska-short-story-in-hindi/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Narrator - Shweta Singh Writer - Mrs. Rajkumari Gour Music - mixkit.co Image by - Wendy W...2021-01-0813 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 12 : The Earth is Not Dead - Not Yet (Poem)Yes indeed. Earth is not dead, not yet. And how she has come back and put humanity in its place. Link to post - https://shwetasbasket.com/the-earth-is-not-dead-not-yet-poem/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Narrator - Shweta Singh Poet - Nisha Tandon Music - mixkit.co Image by Comfreak from Pixabay2021-01-0505 minShweta\'s BasketShweta's BasketEp 11 : Once Upon a Time (Short Story)Ever wondered what makes time tick. Or what will happen if it slowed down or worse stopped. Lets see if we can find out in this story. Link to post - https://shwetasbasket.com/once-upon-a-time-short-story/ Email id - shweta@shwetasbasket.com Narrator - Shweta Singh Writer - Sheetal Ashpalia Music - mixkit.co Image by ArtTower from Pixabay2021-01-0107 minScience With ShwetaScience With ShwetaSwS : Best Of CES 2020 | Medical/Health Tech & GadgetsCES is the Consumer electronics show, sort of a global platform where next generation innovations are introduced in the market and to the consumers. Companies like Samsung, Amazon, Panasonic, ASUS, LG, Uber, Lenovo, Sony, etc – displayed their inventions at the Las Vegas consumer technology expo this week. CES 2020 saw everything from high tech food to folding computers, to upgrading your health and a prototype city of future. So, one of the important technologies that impacts our lives is the health tech. And whether we like it or not technology touches more aspect of our lives than before. And I’m part...2020-01-2710 minScience With ShwetaScience With ShwetaSwS : Neha Rana | Phd Student | University Of Bergen | @science.fanaticsIn this episode of ‘Science With Shweta’ podcast I speak with Neha Rana @science.fanatics (Instagram)  Neha is second year PhD candidate at the University of Bergen, Norway. Her area of research is Tissue Engineering. Listen to this episode as Neha shares her journey. She talks how she started as business administrator in a company after graduation and discovered her passion for research. Neha shares how she found her way through internships, volunteering and working as research fellow to now a doctoral student.  She talks more about her own research, how she ended up d...2020-01-1656 minScience With ShwetaScience With ShwetaSwS : Apoorva Sinha | Medical Student | Zhejiang University | @AppystudiesmedIn this episode of "Science with Shweta" podcast, I speak with Apoorva Sinha, you may know her as @appystudiesmed on Instagram. Apoorva is a third year Medical student at Zhejiang University, China. She talks about her love for studying medicine, shares why she chose to study MBBS/Medical in China and also bursts some myths about education in China. Apoorva gives some great tips to those who are aiming to pursue MBBS/Medicine, How & Where to apply and the exams required. She shares her journey so far, the challenges she face and how...2019-12-1637 minScience With ShwetaScience With ShwetaSwS : #MICROtalks - How To Read A Research Paper ?hello everyone !! In this episode i share few tips about How To Read A Resesrch Paper? Reading and understanding research/scientific papers or articles is a skill that every single scientist & doctor has had to learn during graduate school. This skill takes patience and practice. Reading a scientific/research paper is a completely different process from reading an article about science in a blog or newspaper. I have shared few tips which i have learned, hope it helps. If you have some more tips/tricks please share in the comment section. Also let me know if u want more of...2019-11-2915 minThe Smartphone EntrepreneurThe Smartphone EntrepreneurShweta Potdar in conversation with Aishwarya Ghatage#TheLadyBossInSpotlight #Podcast #Episode6 Dr Shweta Potdar in conversation with Aishwarya Ghatage Aishwarya is a multifaceted Entrepreneur. A Teacher, a Pagent winner and now the owner of an event management company. Let's hear what our Lady Boss in spotlight has to say today! 😊 #SmartphoneEntrepreneur. ●Blog  https://theladybosses.com ●Instagram   https://instagram.com/smartphone.entrepreneur ●Twitter https://twitter.com/LadyBosses_101?s=09 ●Facebook page  https://www.facebook.com/TheSmartphoneEntrepreneur/ ●Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/theladybosses/ ●Podcast. Check out my podcast, The Smartphone Entrepreneur, on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/SmartphoneEntrepreneur --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smartphoneentrepreneu2019-10-2610 minScience With ShwetaScience With ShwetaSwS : Sarah Miller | Biomedical Science | Researcher | Science CommunicatorIn this episode of "Science With Shweta" podcast, I speak with Sarah Miller, you may know her as @t.cell.sarah on Instagram. Sarah has completed her Bachelor's in Biomedical Science at Victoria University. She is currently a research assistant in the single molecule science lab at the University of New South Wales in Australia. Her research focuses on adoptive t-cell therapy in a model of B cell lymphoma. Sarah talks about her journey so far, how she always loved to study immunology, and how she found her way through research in this field. She talks about how...2019-10-2229 minScience With ShwetaScience With ShwetaSwS : Sambit Praharaj | Computer Science | Youtuber-SambitPhDIn this episode of "Science With Shweta" podcast, I speak with Sambit Praharaj ( @sambitphd ) Sambit has completed his Masters in Computer Science at TU Delft. He is currently a PhD student at Welten Institute in Open University of Netherlands. His research focuses on the use of Multimodal Learning Analytics (MMLA) in a Co-located Collaboration scenario. Sambit shares his science journey, and how he discovered his was through research. He talks about how machine learning and AI plays major role in every field, and the pros and cons of the technology. He shares tips for students who wish to study in N...2019-09-161h 01Science With ShwetaScience With ShwetaSwS : Guneet Kaur Bindra | Medical Science - PhD | Biochemistry | Science CommunicatorIn this episode of "Science With Shweta" podcast, I speak with Guneet Kaur Bindra, and you may know her as @thesmallscientist on Instagram.  Guneet has completed her Bachelor's in Biomedical Sciences, and honors research year in Medical science. She is currently in second year of PhD at La Trobe University, Australia. Her project focuses on using immune proteins to target various pathogens as well as cancer. Guneet shares her science journey so far, and how she discovered her passion for research. She talks how and why she started science communication. Listen to this episode to know more about this 'Small Sc...2019-08-2627 minThe Smartphone EntrepreneurThe Smartphone EntrepreneurThe Lady Boss in Spotlight- AvantiDeshpande , in conversation with Shweta Potdar-The Lady Boss In Spotlight-Dr Shweta Potdar in conversation with Avanti Deshpande #SmartphoneEntrepreneur #ShwetaPotdar Avanti Deshpande is an expert Nutritionist in Pune. Lets hear what she has to say. . . ●Blog  theladybosses.wordpress.com ●Instagram   https://instagram.com/smartphone.entrepreneur ●Twitter https://twitter.com/LadyBosses_101?s=09 ●Facebook page  https://www.facebook.com/TheSmartphoneEntrepreneur/ ●Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/theladybosses/ ●Podcast. Check out my podcast, The Smartphone Entrepreneur, on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/SmartphoneEntrepreneur Dr Shweta Potdar is a Dentist and a Social media influencer and blogger From Pune, India. She is a doctor with a digital heart. --- Send in a voice message...2019-03-1309 minThe Smartphone EntrepreneurThe Smartphone EntrepreneurThe Lady Boss in Spotlight Podcast- Dr Shweta Potdar In conversation with Rucha KhotHello Bosses ! I am Dr Shweta Potdar from The Lady bosses. Welcome to my podcast The smartphone entrepreneur- here we discuss everything about digital marketing, social media and online business. This is our segment The Lady Boss in Spotlight. In this segment I interview lady entrepreneurs to gain some insight into how they approach entrepreneurship. We try to understand the wisdom that made them the lady boss that they are. In the spotlight today we have Rucha Khot . #InfluencersInPune #SmartphoneEntrepreneur . ●Blog  theladybosses.wordpress.com ●Instagram   https://instagram.com/smartphone.entrepreneur ●Twitter https://twitter.com/LadyBosses_101?s=09 ●Facebook page  https://www.facebook.com...2019-02-1310 min