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The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 23 | Featuring Valentina Trivedi, Writer, Educator, Storyteller & Childist
What does it mean to be a childist? How can stories be a way of being rather than just a performance? In this soulful, stirring conversation, Rituparna Ghosh sits down with the multi-faceted Valentina Trivedi – writer, educator, performer, TEDx speaker, and one-half of the storytelling duo behind Aao Suno Kahani.From telling stories to a single child under a tent to adapting Goopy Gyne Bagha Byne as a Dastangoi performance, Valentina’s storytelling journey is filled with wonder, deep insight, and fierce joy. Like Rituparna, she feels compelled to share stories with her audience. Valentina unpacks her philosop...
2025-06-25
52 min
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 22 | Featuring Dr Swati Popat Vats | President - Podar Education Network, Founder - President - ECA-APER
In this episode of The Storied Way Perspective, host Rituparna Ghosh sits down with Dr. Swati Popat Vats, globally awarded early childhood education expert and President of the Early Childhood Association India and the Podar Education Network. Together, they dive into the transformative role of storytelling in early childhood education, parenting, and teacher training.Dr. Vats shares powerful insights on how oral storytelling traditions, when used intentionally, can foster emotional growth, cognitive development, and parent-child bonding. Drawing from pioneers like Gijubhai and educational models like the Panchakosh, this episode is a rich resource for educators, parents, and...
2025-06-04
57 min
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 21 | Featuring Mehak Sharma, Uttarakhand Wisdom Library
In this episode of The Storied Way Perspective, Rituparna sits down with Mehak Sharma for a heartfelt and thought-provoking conversation on the powerful intersection of storytelling and wisdom. Together, they explore the mission and journey of Project FUEL and the Uttarakhand Wisdom Library (UWL)—two initiatives rooted in honouring lived experiences and preserving cultural heritage.From the quiet villages of Uttarakhand to digital spaces across the globe, Mehak shares how personal narratives can become powerful tools of connection, resilience, and growth. The conversation reflects on what it means to reconnect with our roots, slow down, listen deeply, an...
2025-05-21
1h 03
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 20 | The Storied Way Perspective featuring Nitika Arora, Co-Founder Darwesh Heritage Walks
In this episode of The Storied Way Perspective, host Rituparna Ghosh is joined by Nitika Arora, co-founder of Darwesh Heritage Walks, to unpack the power of storytelling in reimagining and reclaiming heritage.Through a compelling conversation, they explore how heritage goes beyond bricks and buildings to include oral histories, local cultures, and lived traditions. Nikita shares the journey of Darwesh and its use of performative storytelling to breathe life into overlooked histories, especially in urban settings where heritage often hides in plain sight.Together, they discuss:How storytelling can bridge the gap between people...
2025-05-07
1h 17
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 19 | Featuring Dr Shweta Verma, Co-Founder - Ginny’s Planet
In this episode of The Storied Way Perspective, host Rituparna Ghosh is joined by Dr. Shweta Verma, co-founder of Ginny’s Planet, for a powerful conversation on the role of storytelling, empathy, and inclusion in children’s lives.Together, they explore the journey of Ginny—a doll and lead character designed to help children understand diversity, disability, and acceptance in a fun, relatable way. The conversation delves into how experiential learning, storytelling, and play can create safe, engaging spaces for children to explore complex ideas around identity, difference, and empathy.Dr. Verma shares her insights on the responsibil...
2025-04-23
1h 08
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 18 | Featuring Kavita Bundelkhandi & Priya Thuvassery, Chambal Media & Khabar Lahariya
This conversation explores the transformative power of storytelling in media, particularly focusing on the role of women in rural journalism through Khabar Lahariya, India’s first Rural Media Network. The discussion highlights personal journeys, the importance of amplifying rural voices, and the impact of female journalists on society and future generations. The conversation emphasizes the need for diverse narratives in media and the challenges faced in sustaining feminist media organizations. Join Rituparna, in conversation with Kavita Bundelkhandi & Priya Thuvassery from Chambal Media.Listen in, to our first bi-lingual episode! Disclaimer: There are a few audio ju...
2025-04-09
53 min
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 17 | The Storied Way Perspective featuring Shubha Das & Thankam Kutticat, Storytellers & Podcasters
In this episode of The Storied Way Perspective, host Rituparna Ghosh introduces two new podcasters, Shubha Das and Thankam Kuttikat, who share their journeys into storytelling and podcasting. They discuss their backgrounds, the power of listening, and the impact of storytelling on their lives. Both storytellers reveal the essence of their upcoming podcasts, which aim to connect with listeners through personal and cultural narratives. The conversation highlights the importance of storytelling in shaping identities and fostering connections, especially in a podcasting format. The episode concludes with sneak peeks of their stories and reflections on their experiences in a podcasting...
2025-03-26
58 min
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 16 | The Storied Way Perspective featuring Roshni Baronia, Founder - Done for You Podcasts
In this episode of The Storied Way Perspective, host Rituparna Ghosh engages in a deep conversation with Roshni Baronia about the transformative power of storytelling through podcasting. They explore how podcasts serve as a modern storytelling tool, the importance of strategic planning in podcasting, and the emotional intimacy that audio storytelling can create. Roshni shares insights on common pitfalls in podcasting, the future of the medium with AI advancements, and the significance of authenticity in connecting with audiences. The discussion emphasizes the potential of podcasts for personal branding, business growth, and community engagement.TakeawaysPodcasting is...
2025-03-12
1h 17
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 15 | Featuring Janaki Sabesh, Actor, Storyteller, Children’s Author
In this engaging conversation, Rituparna Ghosh and Janaki Sabesh explore the multifaceted world of storytelling, delving into Janaki's personal journey from media and cinema to becoming a renowned storyteller and children's author. They discuss the importance of authenticity in storytelling, the lessons learned from children, and the evolving role of storytelling in a digital age. The conversation also touches on the ethics of storytelling, the significance of folk tales, and the impact of AI on the art of storytelling. Janaki shares her insights on engaging young audiences and the importance of listening in the storytelling process, emphasizing that every...
2025-02-26
1h 14
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 14 | Featuring Sinjini Sengupta, Keynote Speaker, Storytelling Coach, Founder - Lighthouse
In this engaging conversation,Rituparna GhoshandSinjini Sengupta explore the transformative power of storytelling in personal and professional contexts. Sinjini shares her journey from a career in numbers to becoming a storytelling coach, emphasizing the healing aspects of narratives. They discuss the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership, the role of storytelling in empowering women, and the need to redefine power dynamics in workplaces. The conversation also touches on the significance of creating safe spaces for storytelling and the impact of personal stories in leadership and branding.TakeawaysStorytelling can be a powerful tool for healing and...
2025-02-12
1h 01
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 13 | Featuring Shalini Bansal, Storyteller & Founder - The Magic Tree
In this engaging conversation, Rituparna Ghosh and Shalini Bansal explore the transformative power of storytelling in early childhood education. They discuss the importance of creating a safe and inviting space for children, the role of parents in fostering a love for stories, and the impact of structured storytelling programs. Shalini shares her journey of establishing 'The Magic Tree', a storytelling and early learning centre in Noida. She emphasizes the need for passion and patience in storytelling. The discussion also touches on the future of storytelling and the growing community of storytellers, highlighting the essential role stories play in children's...
2025-01-29
57 min
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 12 | Featuring Natasha Badhwar and Raju Tai, Ochre Sky Stories
In this episode, Rituparna Ghosh speaks to Natasha Badhwar and Raju Tai, co-anchors of the Ochre Sky Memoir Workshops, to explore the transformative power of storytelling and personal writing. They discuss the essence of memoir, the creative pathways to storytelling, and the importance of community in the writing process. The conversation delves into the emotional impact of writing, the role of readers, and the future plans for Ochre Sky, emphasizing the journey of self-discovery through writing. During the episode, Rituparna introduces listeners to 365 Days 365 Stories, a series that gives you an intimate story prompt everyday. ...
2025-01-15
1h 13
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 11 | The Storied Way Perspective featuring Asif Shakeel, Founder - Kickhead
In this episode of The Storied Way Perspective, host Rituparna Ghosh welcomes marketing, branding and communications expert Asif Shakeel to discuss the vital role of storytelling in shaping brand identity, particularly for small businesses and entrepreneurs. They explore the importance of authenticity, self-awareness, and understanding audience needs in crafting compelling narratives. Asif shares insights on common mistakes entrepreneurs make in branding and the significance of investing in storytelling as a long-term strategy. The conversation highlights the journey of entrepreneurship and the power of personal stories in connecting with consumers. Takeaways Storytelling creates emotional connections that drive...
2025-01-01
51 min
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 10 | The Storied Way Perspective featuring Lopamudra Mohanty, Founder - Cheers2Bhasha
In this conversation, Rituparna Ghosh and Lopamudra Mohanty explore the significance of storytelling in preserving Indian languages. They discuss the challenges faced by endangered languages, the role of storytelling in cultural identity, and the impact of the pandemic on language preservation efforts. Lopamudra shares her journey of creating 'Cheers 2 Bhasha', a platform dedicated to promoting Indian languages through storytelling. The conversation emphasizes the importance of mother tongues in families and the need for parents to encourage their children to learn and appreciate their linguistic heritage. Takeaways: Storytelling is crucial for keeping languages alive. Cultural identity is...
2024-12-18
1h 02
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 9 | The Storied Way Perspective featuring Smitha Murthy, Co-Founder Mynd Stories
In this conversation, Rituparna Ghosh and Smitha Murthy delve into the profound connection between storytelling and mental health. Rituparna shares her personal journey of grief and how it has influenced her storytelling, while Smitha introduces her platform, Mynd Stories, aimed at nurturing mental health through inclusive storytelling. They discuss the importance of being heard, the cathartic power of stories, and the need for safe spaces where individuals can share their experiences without judgment. The conversation highlights the stigma surrounding mental health, the role of social media, and the significance of authentic narratives in fostering community and connection. ...
2024-12-04
1h 11
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 8 | Gulrez Khan | Data Scientist | Author - Drawing Data with Kids
The Storied Way Perspective featuring Gulrez Khan, Data Scientist, Author - Drawing Data with Kids Keywords storytelling, data literacy, data visualization, children's education, parenting, data storytelling, Gulrez Khan, Drawing with Kids, education, homeschooling Summary In this episode of The Storied Way Perspective, host Rituparna Ghosh engages with Gulrez Khan, a data scientist and storyteller, discussing the importance of storytelling in data literacy, especially for children. Gulrez shares his journey from an engineer to a passionate data storyteller, emphasizing how his experiences as a father have shaped his approach to teaching data...
2024-11-20
1h 00
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 7 | Sangeeta Relan | Podcaster - The AboutHer Show | Writer - The AboutHer Mag
The Storied Way Perspective featuring Sangeeta Relan, Podcaster - The AboutHer Show | Writer - The AboutHer Mag IIn this conversation, Rituparna Ghosh and Sangeeta Relan explore the significance of storytelling in women's lives, the importance of role models, and the need for men to engage in conversations about women's experiences. They discuss the various stages of a woman's life, the challenges faced, and the empowerment that comes from sharing stories. The dialogue emphasizes the necessity of creating safe spaces for women to express themselves and the impact of education and privilege on women's narratives. Both Rituparna and Sangeeta...
2024-11-08
1h 00
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 6 | Vimala Rajkumari, Video Consultant & Producer, Founder - Vsual Brewery
The Storied Way Perspective featuring Vimala Rajkumari, Video Consultant & Producer, Founder - Vsual Brewery In this episode, Rituparna Ghosh and Vimala Rajkumari discuss the transformative power of video storytelling in various contexts, including personal branding, business marketing, and non-profit communication. They explore the journey of video production, the importance of authenticity, and how to overcome common hesitations about being on camera. The conversation also touches on the role of AI in enhancing video production efficiency and the necessity of having a clear strategy for video content, especially for non-profits. The episode emphasizes that anyone can leverage video...
2024-10-24
53 min
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 5 | Featuring Shruti Pushkarna | Communications Consultant & Disability Inclusion Advocate
The Storied Way Perspective featuring Shruti Pushkarna, Communications Consultant & Disability Inclusion Advocate In this episode, Rituparna Ghosh engages in a deep conversation with Shruti Pushkarna, exploring her journey from journalism to becoming a disability advocate. They discuss the evolution of media representation of disability, the importance of storytelling in fostering inclusion, and the impact of films and children's literature on societal perceptions. Shruti shares insights on entrepreneurship within the disability community and emphasizes the collective responsibility of society to advocate for and include persons with disabilities. “The onus of storytelling lies on each one of us”, she says...
2024-10-09
1h 14
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 4 | Featuring Uday Kiran, Business & Data Storyteller | Co-Founder Mentza
The Storied Way Perspective featuring Business & Data Storyteller Uday Kiran In this engaging conversation, Rituparna and Uday Kiran explore the multifaceted world of storytelling, emphasizing its significance in personal and professional contexts. They discuss how storytelling serves as a currency in business, the importance of listening, and the layers of storytelling that shape our identities. Uday shares personal anecdotes and insights on how storytelling can enhance sales and communication skills, while also introducing Mentza, an innovative platform designed to help individuals develop their storytelling, communication and soft skills. During this conversation, Uday lists story frameworks he teaches...
2024-09-25
1h 07
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 3 | Featuring Kapil Pandey | Author, Poet, Drama Educator and Storyteller
In conversation with Kapil Pandey on Storytelling through the lens of Art, Artist and Artistry. Summary In this episode of The Storied Way Perspective, Rituparna speaks to artist Kapil Pandey to explore the multifaceted nature of storytelling as an art form. They discuss the importance of self-expression through various artistic mediums, the necessity of experiencing art for storytellers, and the balance between being influenced by art while also maintaining a critical distance. The conversation delves into the power of storytelling, the significance of folk tales and myths, and the challenges of writing for children. They...
2024-09-14
47 min
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 2 | Featuring Suman Kher, Founder Soft Skills Studio | LinkedIn Top Voice | Communications Coach
The Storied Way Perspective featuring Communications Coach Suman Kher, Founder Soft Skills Studio & LinkedIn Top Voice Summary This conversation explores the importance of effective communication, particularly for managers and senior leaders. We look at how Storytelling is a powerful tool to improve communication skills. The guest, Suman Kher, shares her journey into communication coaching and highlights the need for communication skills at all stages of a professional's career. The conversation also touches on the evolving nature of communication in the workplace, including the impact of different generations and the shift to virtual communic...
2024-08-28
1h 00
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
Ep 1 | Featuring Shobha Vishwanath, Publishing Director, Karadi Tales
In this conversation, Rituparna Ghosh and Shobha Vishwanath discuss the role of children's literature and the making of Karadi Tales. They explore the different formats of storytelling, including picture books and audio books, and how they shape the reading experience. They also delve into the importance of representing rural India in children's books and the resilience of children in diverse environments. The conversation highlights the power of stories to simplify complex topics and provide a window into different lives. Karadi Tales has made a significant contribution to children's books in India through their audio storytelling format...
2024-08-14
51 min
The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna
The Storied Way Perspective Trailer
Welcome to The Storied Way Perspective with Rituparna, a bi-monthly podcast featuring the storytellers, influencers, thought leaders & experts who tinker with stories everyday. The guests on this show are champions of Storytelling & they are making the world a better place with their unique medium & format of storytelling in their industry. Tune in, to follow Tips, Insights & Stories! Write to us at podcast@yourstorybag.com The Storied Way Perspective, is developed & designed by Your Story Bag Podcasting Network. Our newest wing that incubates and nurtures emerging storytelling-based podcasts in the air waves.
2024-03-07
03 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 19 | The Flying Contest | A Folktale from Suriname
A little bird enters a flying contest, flying against the mighty falcon. What do you do when you are in a competition & you know that the odds are against you? Would you strive to win, play fair, or find any means to end up as winner? What you choose is YOUR choice. The Flying Contest is a story that throws up interesting conversations on contrasts, comparisons and competitions.The Flying Contest is from Suriname, one of the traditional stories that African Slaves brought with them. Within that cultural context, the significance of this story is immense. However...
2023-04-07
14 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 18 | The Knee-High Man wants to get Sizeable
The Knee-High man took me back to school when I first heard the word Pygmy. I am not sure if I heard it in a good way, or did someone use it as an insult. You see, I didn't grow up beyond 5 feet. But that didn't stop me from winning a beauty pageant at 18! This story from the African-American tradition of stories has travelled with the people across the seas. I can see this story as a striving for basic human dignity, a stature that gives strength, leadership, dominance and perhaps respect.It’s a story about ne...
2023-03-31
13 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 17 | A Drop of Honey | A 1001 Nights Tale
This is one of those stories that is a riot to perform before children. It's a clever tale that is both hilarious as is serious. If told well, this story will fit in to business conversations where risk is a topic of discussion.Listen to A Drop of Honey and tell me what do you think!A small word of caution for the stories in the podcast. In no way am I ‘moralising’ any of these stories. I am not a champion of morals, and I strongly discourage using stories to teach or prescribe a mora...
2023-03-24
11 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 16 | The Stone Soup | A European Tale
For the longest time, I didn't tell this story because its so popular. The Stone Soup is every storyteller's favourite and listeners had heard this one somewhere or the other.I told this story for the first time in 2018 at a corporate event. I was invited to tell a story and bring the employees together in a dialogue.Listen to my version of The Stone Soup, in today's podcast.This story is one of the stories I will share with you on World Storytelling Day 2023."Together we Can" find a story...
2023-03-17
16 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 15 | The Squirrel & The Forest Gecko | An Indigenous Tale from Brunei
Where and how you hear / read a story is an excellent way to interpret a story. Take this story for example: I read this first in an anthology of food tales. When I read the story in context of food tales, I was reminded of the significance of food and it being a cultural indicator. When I went looking for another version of this story, I discovered it on a website that seeks to preserve the cultural practices of the indigenous tribe that this story belongs to. In that context, this story is a gentle reminder of...
2023-03-10
14 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 14 | The Shorter Line | An Akbar Birbal Legend from India
I remember this story from a long time ago. Back in the day our favourite sport was doing better than a classmate. How can we outdo the other, a competitor on the sports field, in the classroom or on stage. We were all trying to draw our lines longer to make the others shorter.I think the memory of that life triggered the thought behind this story for me. Perhaps Emperor Akbar had a similar dilemma on how to outdo the legacy of his ancestors, Babur and Humayun? That Akbar was called Akbar the Great is perhaps...
2023-03-03
10 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 13 | Anansi & the Drum of Common Sense
What's common about common sense? How do we acquire them? Do we inherit or learn them? Do we share a set of common sense? Or does each one of us develop a sense that is most common and obvious to us? If these questions baffle you then today's story is for you! In this episode I retell the Jamaican version of Anansi & the Drum of Common SenseWe all need our share of common & uncommon sense. Agree? Listen to the story and share some of your uncommon stories. ****
2023-02-24
16 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 12 | The Fairy Shilling | An Irish Legend
I love the mystery and suspense in this story. It almost runs like a thriller! Make this a companion story with Hans Christian Andersan's Shilling and here you have a story that can trigger conversations about money, its history, its purpose and its management.What's the value of money, how we earn it, spend it, share it, grow it and preserve it. Listen to this story to discover some additional ideas on how to use this story in the Classroom, Living Room & the Boardroom! Who says, a story has to stay in the r...
2023-02-17
16 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 11 | Master Karshush's Tarbush | A Folktale from Syria
Today's episode is a gentle tribute to the people of Syria and Turkey who suffered one of the greatest disasters of the century. The news and sights coming in the aftermath of the earthquake are devastating. This story comes from Aleppo in Syria, one of the parts worst affected by the earthquake. A few weeks ago we had a Turkish story on the podcast and today, this wisdom tale from Syria is a reminder of the stories that once came from the land. This week I went searching for Syrian Folktale's and I...
2023-02-10
12 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 10 | Educated Frogs & Martial Ants | Chinese Anecdote
The title of the story drew me to it. This story spoke to the story trainer in me. When I started my journey as a storyteller, I had no plans to become a trainer, a facilitator or a story coach. But here I am, working with school teachers, businesses, not-for-profits and corporations helping them ‘learn’ storytelling.****𝙂𝙤𝙡𝙥𝙤: 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝘼𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙 𝙞𝙨 𝙖 𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙗𝙚 𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙣𝙮𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚, 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙧𝙤𝙤𝙢, 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙇𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙍𝙤𝙤𝙢 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘽𝙤𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙧𝙤𝙤𝙢. 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙢𝙚𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙜𝙜𝙚𝙧 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙖𝙢𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙨𝙩 𝙥𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙡𝙚.Story Source | Adapted from Chinese Fairytales & Fantasies Edited & translated by Moss RobertsTo know more about my work, visit my website | Your Story BagIf you like this podcast & want to support our work, you could Gift-a-Story and help us make Storytelling sustainable.Book a Discovery Call with me, to know more about how I can help you tell better stories in business, life and work.You can follow my content across Social Media with the hashtag #StorytellingWithRituparna Subscribe to my weekly newsletter on Tealfeed Connect with me on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter or Swell You can also write to me at contact@yourstorybag.com Until the next story...Happy Storytelling!
2023-02-03
11 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 9 | The Language of the Birds | A Turkish Tale
The Language of the Birds takes me back to my 9th grade Physics class where I first studied Sound. If you are a science teacher, you would love this one!You would also like this story if you are a Language teacher! Or someone who has a patient ear for languages & linguistics. Listen more closely and this story would remind you of endangered languages.The Language of the Birds is also a story that would test your notion of leadership & wisdom. If you are a Leader/ Leadership coach then consider this story that would open...
2023-01-27
12 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 8 | When Humans had Tails | An Indian Myth
Tails is an interesting story that triggers conversations in the Science & English Classroom. If you are a teacher looking for stories, here is one!Are there people, habits, practices that are tailing you down?What kind of a tail would you like to shed today?Or is there is a discussion waiting to happen between the old and the new?Let this classic evolution story (Odisha, India) spark a conversation at home or at the workplace.****𝙂𝙤𝙡𝙥𝙤: 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝘼𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙 𝙞𝙨 𝙖 𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙗𝙚 𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙣𝙮𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚, 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙧𝙤𝙤𝙢, 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙇𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙍𝙤𝙤𝙢 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘽𝙤𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙧𝙤𝙤𝙢. 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙢𝙚𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙜𝙜𝙚𝙧 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙖𝙢𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙨𝙩 𝙥𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙡𝙚.Story Source | Adapted from Verrier Elwin’s Book - When the World was YoungAlso look up - How Humans Lost their TailsA Curious Tale of Human Tails and other Myths & Legends about Humans with TailsTo know more about my work, visit my website | Your Story Bag If you like this podcast & want to support our work, you could Gift-a-Story and help us make Storytelling sustainable.Book a Discovery Call with me, to know more about how I can help you tell better stories in business, life and work. You can follow my content across Social Me
2023-01-20
10 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 7 | The Magic Pear Tree | A Chinese Fairy Tale
This story will compel you to the think of the phrase 'fruits of labour'. Rooted in the native philosophy of Taoism, this Chinese Fairy Tale will ask you to consider the question who bears the fruit and who enjoys it?This story, like every other story in this podcast is a conversation starter. It touches upon complex ideas likes haves versus have-nots, the balance of power and influence, of generosity, kindness and ownership, of hard work and loss, it talks of resources that we own, create and share, it has ideas of groupism, favouritism, compensation and reward...
2023-01-13
13 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 6 | The Twelve Months | A Greek Folktale
A New Year could mean different things to different people. For you a new year may be your birthday, the turn of the calendar year or the financial year, a new beginning or a day when you leave the old to begin the new.This week, I have the perfect new year story that you can listen & share in the classroom, living room or the boardroom. The Twelve Months is a Greek Folktale with a predictable end. In this story, I don’t really end the story and so I invite you to tell it back to me...
2023-01-06
18 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 5 | The Story of the Earth & Sky | A Nature Myth
Creation Myths are an important reminder that we exist for a reason. It is a special kind of story that binds our existence with the place where we belong. It helps us validate that the balance between the earth and us is sacred for all times.The Story of the Earth & Sky at one level is a Creation Myth, a Nature Tale that tells us about how the world came to be the way as it is today.At another level, if you read the story closely, it is about two individuals who need space...
2022-12-30
12 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 4 | The Legend of Marianna | An Argentinian Legend
As I watched Lionel Messi lift the FIFA World Cup after 36 years, I couldn’t help but think of the stories that he grew up listening to!Did the stories of his childhood shape him to be the player he is?I realised that I don’t have an Argentinian Story and so I went looking for one. And this is the ONE that instantly spoke to me.The Legend of Marianna, her stories and golden nuggets reminded me of the importance of a storyteller in our communities. It reminded me that each one...
2022-12-23
17 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 3 | The Legend of Gwashbrari | A Kashmiri Folktale
The Legend of Gwashbrari is a very interesting story. If you surrender to the charm of a love story, you will see this one as a story of love & deception. A story about about the bold & the beautiful. But there are other ways to listen to the story. With themes of #love #deception #trust #rejection #gender #conflict #hierarchy #superiority #challenge #competition #surrender The Legend of Gwashbrari can be told and retold in many ways.Take it like a story that you can share with young adults who are having their first brush with love.
2022-12-16
15 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 2 | In the Pits | Another Jewish Folktale
Following the trail of Stories of Stupidity from Chelm, this week we have another story from the same land!We had another story in the list, but we moved it aside because a few listeners asked for more Chelm stories.In the Pits is a story that reminds me of all the mistakes we make and how we cover them up with another mistake. Sometimes our solution finding mechanism is all wrong and we take decisions without thinking of the consequences.Listen to this story, share it with your child, partner, family, team...
2022-12-09
13 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Season 2 | Ep 1 | Chelm Justice | A Jewish Folktale
I read this story a few weeks back, just around the time when we were flooded with news of massive layoffs. It's curious how stories speak to me. I found this story and I had been itching to share it in some form.So here we are, with Chelm Justice - A Jewish Folktale as Season 2, Episode 1 of Golpo: Stories from Around the WorldChelm is a fictional city in traditional Jewish stories where people are known for their stupidity. Like with other legends, there are string of 'Stupidity Tales'! I find these an excellent...
2022-12-02
09 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
S1 | Ep 26 | How Iron was Made | English
Can you imagine living a life without iron? The discovery of iron is a milestone in human civilisation. Listen to this origin myth from North East India that tells you of 'How Iron was Made'.#OriginMyths #NorthEastIndia #EnglishStories #Golpo
2021-01-21
06 min
For Agility's Sake
Becoming an Agile Leader - Rituparna Ghosh
Rituparna Ghosh, General Manager and head of DevSecOps at Wipro shares her view on Agile Leadership. Ritu will be the first to tell you, she is still on the journey of becoming an Agile and Servant Leader. In this episode we discuss:How leadership styles have changed over the past 15 years - what used to be "nice to have" leader skills are now a "must-have."What it feels like to transition from "command and control" to "servant leadership."The importance of psychological safety in creating the space for team members to dissent.Respecting the hierarchy of c...
2020-12-07
37 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
S1 | Ep 25 | Bamboo Curry | English
My father tells me that my grandmother used to make amazing Bamboo Shoot Curry. My family has lived in Bihar & Jharkhand for nearly 80 years. During the time when my grandmother would cook, bamboo shoots were easily available. It is a Santhal delicacy & this story is testimonial to that.#AudioStories #PodcastforStories #BambooDoorCurry #StorieswithRituparna #GolpoStoriesfromAroundtheWorld
2020-10-16
04 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
S1 | Ep 24 | Dumma Dumma | English
Dumma Dumma is a story about a dwarf-couple who trick a tiger with a...wait...you have to listen to the story for that!This is a folktale from Karntaka compiled by AK Ramanujam.
2020-10-16
05 min
What's in Your Story Bag
S2 | Episode 12 | The Sound of Stories Featuring Sadia Sarmad Part 2
This week on the podcast Sadia & I continue our story. We share the story behind Meethi Boliyaan and how it has now grown into being a dream for many storytellers & artists in our countries. This is a story that we are living now! Join on us Meethi Boliyaan Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/meethiboliyaan) or YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3FZBAM4yDKrzqI-2c3kFzw) to listen to our stories all through the pre-festival dates & on the main dates between 21st-23rd August 2020. *#WhatsinYourStoryBag*is a podcast dedicated to *#personalnarratives* documenting the stories of our lives and how t...
2020-08-09
22 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
The Fox & The Tiger | English
The Fox & The Tiger is rare Chines Fable. It's a classic trickster tale that has several story twins across cultures, including a very popular children's book by Julia Donaldson.I find this story deeply intriguing as I am quite puzzled by the tiger and his sense of his own ferocity. Just the kind of story that I want to consider on International Tiger Day. Listen in and tell me what you think.#Golpo #StoriesfromAroundtheWorld #ChineseFable #StoriestoThinkAbout #InternationalTigerDay
2020-07-29
04 min
What's in Your Story Bag
S2 | Episode 11 | The Sound of Stories Featuring Sadia Sarmad Part 1
This week I bring to you the story of a friend and our friendship. Sadia and I became friends about 3 years back. It was our shared love for stories and storytelling that brought us together. As we embarked on a journey to bridge our countries through the sweet sound of stories, we invite you to know our story. Meet Sadia Sarmad, Founder of Suno Kahani Meri Zubani (https://www.facebook.com/skmzurdu/) an organisation that is working passionately towards promoting Urdu in Pakistan. In this episode of the podcast I strive to know more about Sadia and her life in...
2020-07-27
48 min
What's in Your Story Bag
S2 | Episode 10 | The Idea of Fear
In this week’s episode I leaf out a story from our last year’s holiday diary. A trip to Paris, and our climb up the iconic Eiffel Tower. Yes, we walked up the tower on foot. I was afraid and the steps weren’t easy. The climb went on to become an indelible story in my life! Why is it important? And why am I telling it now while documenting our #covid19stories? You have to listen to find out… #WhatsinYourStoryBag is a podcast dedicated to #personalnarratives documenting the stories of our lives and how they shape us. The current sea...
2020-07-12
24 min
What's in Your Story Bag
S2 | Episode 9 | The Idea of Mental Health featuring Aparna Sanyal
Are you aware of how your own brain works? How do you manage the voices in your head? How do these voices impact your sense of well-being and your life? Most significantly, are you aware of how Covid is impacting your mental health? Taking our conversation about health further this week I spoke to Aparna Sanyal, a National Award Filmmaker whose film A Drop of Sunshine changed the conversation about mental health in India. Together with the subject of her film Reshma Valliappan (https://www.valresh.com/) Aparna started The Red Door (www.thereddoor.co.in) and organisation that believes...
2020-06-28
56 min
What's in Your Story Bag
S2 | Episode 8 | The Idea of Fitness featuring Kailash Menon
What is fitness for you? Is it sweat, elevated heart rate, agony & aching muscles? Or is it your battle against your own mind? How is your physical fitness related to your mental tenacity? Or is it the other way round? This week on #WhatsinYourStoryBag I speak to Kailash Menon what's his #IdeaofFitness Kailash is a former colleague turned Level-2 Crossfit Coach. He is the Founder of CrossFit Lakshya, Noida's first Crossfit Box that is home to an amazing community of folks. Listen in to our conversation as I try and understand the true meaning of fitness and why we need...
2020-06-20
43 min
What's in Your Story Bag
S2 | EPISODE 7 | THE IDEA OF JOY FEATURING GAYATRI GANDHI
What is Joy? A simple 3-letter word that may have different meanings for all of us. At these times we could all do with some joy and so I asked someone who knows it really well. This week I caught up with my old college friend Gayatri Gandhi to listen to her story. Gayatri is India's first Kon Mari Consultant, the Founder of Joy Factory and the chief engineer of people's quest for joy! She literally helps people manufacture their own joy by decluttering their homes. This podcast comes with a companion video on our Instagram page where Gayatri helps...
2020-06-13
36 min
What's in Your Story Bag
S 2| Episode 6 | The Idea of Work featuring Saurav Ghosh
This week on #WhatsinYourStoryBag I talk to Saurav Ghosh , a man who has two jobs. One of which has come to an abrupt halt due to Covid, and the other that has flourished as a result of Covid. Here is a man who takes each day as a challenge and an opportunity to live it better. Listen in to hear what's his idea of work! #WhatsinYourStoryBag is a podcast dedicated to personal narratives documenting the stories of our lives and how they shape us. The current season is dedicated to our #covid19stories I am crowdsourcing stories archiving them so they...
2020-06-05
33 min
What's in Your Story Bag
S2 | Episode 5 | The Idea of Work - Part 2
My idea of work and it's place in my life is a complex story. It is a difficult one to tell as well. This is the story of how I became a Storyteller...a story that I have told before and is still difficult to tell. I owe my life to this art and what I feel about my 'work' is more than words can express. Covid has once again changed my life, however, this time I have my craft to help me sail through this turmoil. What is your idea of work? How has Covid impacted it? We would...
2020-05-29
22 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Due Paakhi, Dui Pahad | Bangla
There are two friends. They each have a mountain for a home. Whose home (mountain) is higher?A little story about friendship, ego, pride, humility and mathematics! This one is a folktale from Meghalaya.#Golpo #StoriesfromAroundtheWorld #StorieswithRituparna #BanglaStories #ClassroomtotheBoardroom
2020-05-23
05 min
What's in Your Story Bag
S2 | Episode 4 | The Idea of Work - Part 1
15 years back on this day, 15th May 2005 I got my first job. The job which became my life, my identity for the next few years, till it was taken away from me. There is a right time for every story. This one is a difficult one to tell, but I had to put it in this podcast and which is why it will spill over to two episodes. For my idea of work and identity is changing all over again! If you are working on your own ideas of work and identity, then this could get you thinking. I would...
2020-05-15
20 min
What's in Your Story Bag
S2 | Episode 3 | Ghar, Aangan, Ped aur Main | The Idea of Home featuring Shikha Garg
Last week I shared my story of how my idea of home is gradually changing in these times. Of how it’s taken me 20 years to finally accept that my idea of home is not my son’s idea of home. That it is time for me to help my son build his own attachment with his home, of making memories that will shape him to be the man he grows up to be. Today, I want to share with you one such story that was brewing around the same time as mine was. Like me, the covid-19 has helped Shik...
2020-05-08
13 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Bada Pahad Chota Pahad | Hindi
The people on the hills tell stories about hills as characters and not a setting. This is a fascinating feature of a folk tale where nature plays character in a story, feeling the same emotions of envy, pride, despair, sorrow and contentment.Bada Pahad Chota Pahad (Big Mountain, Small Mountain) is a Bhutia Folktale from Sikkim.This story has been sourced from the book 'Bharat ki Aadivaasi Kshetro ki Lok Kathaye' written by Dr Sharad Singh and published by National Book Trust.#FolkTales #BhutiaFolktales...
2020-05-04
05 min
What's in Your Story Bag
S2 | Episode 2 | The Idea of Home
अगर मैं कहूँ - घर - आपके दिमाग में कौन सा घर आता हैं? वो जिसमे आप अभी हैं, बंद इस Lockdown के बीच में, या वो जहाँ आप पहुँच नहीं पाए, वो जहां आपके अपने रहते हैं, या वो घर जिससे आप बहुत दूर आ गए हैं? How has Covid 19 and the lockdown impacted your idea of home? Rituparna shares her story of how the lockdown is changing the very idea of home for her. If this story triggers a story from you, share it with Rituparna on contact@yourstorybag.com or Connect with #YourStoryBag on Instagram (www.instagram.com/yourstorybag) We would love to tell your story.
2020-04-30
19 min
What's in Your Story Bag
S2 Ep 1 | What's In Your Story Bag? Season Intro
What’s in Your Story Bag? is a Podcast where Storyteller Rituparna Ghosh helps people sort their story bags! Not the holiday bag, the school bag, laptop bag, tote, duffel or knapsack! Just the invisible bag of stories you carry through your life. Every story must be told and shared with listeners, you never know who needs it! This season brings to you stories that are waiting to be set free. As the world slowdowns, what's happening to those stories that have been tucked in people's lives? What is #OurCovid19Story? How is quarantine and social distancing changing our notions of...
2020-04-15
06 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
The Boy Who Wanted a Drum | English
As social distancing keeps us apart, here is a story that would help us ponder over our gifts and how we share them with those who need them the most. The Boy Who Wanted a Drum is an all-time story that celebrates the spirit of empathy, generosity, respect and selflessness. A story that is particularly important at times like these. #Golpo #StoriesfromAroundtheWorld #IndianFolkTale #StorytellingwithRituparna
2020-04-13
05 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Bidyut aar Baaj | Bangla
Bidyut aar Baaj or Thunder and Lightening is an ancient Nigerian myth. Like ancient stories this is just the kind of stories that people made up about nature and its elements, those that they didn't know about. This one is a perfect story in a science classroom.#Golpo #Storiesfromaroundtheworld #StorieswithRituparna #ThunderandLightning #BanglaStories
2020-04-10
04 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Find Your Destiny | English
What would you do when you stand at the crossroads? No matter where you go, there will be an outcome. You are the master of your own destiny.#Golpo #StoriesfromAroundtheWorld #StorieswithRituparna #FindYourDestiny #StoriesaboutChoices #StoriesaboutPerspective
2020-04-09
04 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Lej Kaata Khorgosh | Bangla
Lej Kaata Khorgosh or Why does a rabbit have a short tail, is a Brazilian cumulative tale. Enjoy the tale of the tail!#StorieswithRituparna #GolpoPodcast #StoriesfromAroundtheWorld #Bangla
2020-04-07
04 min
What's in Your Story Bag
Episode #1 | Breaking Silos Stories | Roma Balwani
#YourStoryBag is joining Bombay Chambers of Commerce as its Digital Storytelling Partner for its upcoming Communications Conclave called Breaking Silos. This one-day conclave will bring in industry leaders and business stakeholders to discuss the convergence of people, power and purpose in dynamic times.Joining Rituparna in the first episode is Mrs Roma Balwani, the Chief Curator of the conclave and Sr Advisor, Brand and Communications at Vendanta. Mrs Balwani brings her 30 year old communications wisdom in this conversation. She shares her vision behind this conclave and a story of what happens when silos are b...
2020-04-06
16 min
What's in Your Story Bag
Episode #2 | Breaking Silos Stories | Dr Adil Malia
#YourStoryBag is joining Bombay Chambers of Commerce as its Digital Storytelling Partner for its upcoming Communications Conclave called Breaking Silos. This one-day conclave will bring in industry leaders and business stakeholders to discuss the convergence of people, power and purpose in dynamic times.In this episode Rituparna is joined by Dr Adil Malia who has been a thought leader in different dimensions of corporate transformation, people and leadership space for nearly 4 decades now. Dr Malia leads the leadership people management and learning practice as the CEO and Managing Partner at The Firm. Prior to t...
2020-04-06
21 min
What's in Your Story Bag
Episode #3 | Breaking Silos Stories | Priyanka Sehgal
#YourStoryBag is joining Bombay Chambers of Commerce as its Digital Storytelling Partner for its upcoming Communications Conclave called Breaking Silos. This one-day conclave will bring in industry leaders and business stakeholders to discuss the convergence of people, power and purpose in dynamic times.In this episode Rituparna is joined by Ms Priyanka Sehgal, Founder of LitDigital, a media tech company that helps brands and SMEs create and monetise content & IPs. Ms Sehgal is a media professional with 20 years of extensive experience across TV & Digital with successful stints in Network 18, Times Television Network a...
2020-04-06
21 min
What's in Your Story Bag
Episode #4 | Breaking Silos Stories | Ambi Parameswaran
#YourStoryBag is joining Bombay Chambers of Commerce as its Digital Storytelling Partner for its upcoming Communications Conclave called Breaking Silos. This one-day conclave will bring in industry leaders and business stakeholders to discuss the convergence of people, power and purpose in dynamic times.In today’s podcast Rituparna asks brand guru Ambi Parameswaran#WhatsinYourStoryBag For a man who has built some of India’s memorable brands Mr Parameswaran shares legendary stories about iconic brands. He talks about the importance of storytelling in brand building beyond advertising and how the#TataGroup story...
2020-04-06
26 min
What's in Your Story Bag
Episode #5 | Breaking Silos Stories | Lulu Raghavan
In this episode of #WhatsinYourStoryBag Rituparna is talking to Ms Lulu Raghavan, MD of Landor India, a brand consulting and design company. Ms Raghavan has been named as one of India’s most influential women in media, marketing and advertising in 2019. Ms Raghavan has led corporate and consumer branding programs for clients such as National Stock Exchange, Mahindra, Godrej, Aditya Birla, Taj Group, Tata Global Beverages, Sony Pictures Networks, Axis Bank, Wipro, Usha Martin and Britannia.In this podcast Ms Raghgavan talks about how silos impact a brand. From her story bag we hear a re...
2020-04-06
16 min
What's in Your Story Bag
Episode #6 | Breaking Silos Stories | Leena Basrur
In this episode of #WhatsinYourStoryBag Rituparna speaks to Ms Leena Basrur, Chairperson of the Media Committee at Bombay Chambers of Commerce and Industry. Ms Basrur is the Executive Chairman and & MD, Direxions Marketing Solutions Pvt Ltd. An industry stalwart, over the last 25 years Ms Basrur has been associated with over 80 relationship programs for companies like Jet Airways, Nestlé, Idea Cellular, BPCL, Unilever and ICICI Bank and many others across financial services, telecom, hospitality, CPG, healthcare and retail industries.In this podcast Ms Basrur shares the mission of the media committee at BCCI and the...
2020-04-06
16 min
What's in Your Story Bag
Episode #7 | Breaking Silos Stories | Jaideep Kewalramani
In this episode Rituparna speaks to Mr Jaideep Kewalramani, CEO of Legasis Services Pvt Ltd, a firm that offers Legal System and Integrated Solutions. Jaideep has He has over 21 years of experience in leading and developing businesses across services & technology industry. He has managed multi-million dollar business portfolios, worked with several Fortune 500 clients to help them optimize businesses, globalize teams and leverage technology.Jaideep holds a patent for an Artificial Intelligence (AI) algorithm. And in this podcast he talks of how AI is set to challenge silos within an organisation. Jaideep will chair...
2020-04-06
16 min
What's in Your Story Bag
Episode #8 | Breaking Silos Stories | Dr Bhaskar Das
For our inaugural set of episodes we joined Bombay Chambers of Commerce as Digital Storytelling Partner for their Communications conclave in Mumbai. The conclave was titled Breaking Silos where we talked about the convergence of People Power Purpose in dynamic times. This episode was recorded at the venue in a fireside chat format where I spoke to Dr Bhaskar Das, Group President, Republic TV Network. Dr Das in this chat with me gives me a sneak peak into the story that almost every organisation lives today. One that has millennials in the team thereby cr...
2020-04-06
15 min
What's in Your Story Bag
Episode # 9 | Breaking Silos Stories | Minari Shah
In our podcast What’s in Your Story Bag we peep into people’s lives, their experiences, memories and dreams bringing out stories that are worth sharing. Your podcast host is Rituparna Ghosh, Founder of Your Story Bag, a Storytelling, Training and Consulting company.For our inaugural set of episodes we joined Bombay Chambers of Commerce as Digital Storytelling Partner for their Communications conclave in Mumbai. The conclave was titled Breaking Silos where we talked about the convergence of People Power Purpose in dynamic times. This episode was recorded at the venue in a fireside chat f...
2020-04-06
11 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
The Battle of the Crabs | English
Have you ever chased crabs on a beach? Have you ever wondered why do crabs run towards the waves and scuttle back? This funny little from Phillipines would tell you why! #StorieswithRituparna #GolpoPodcast #StoriesfromAroundtheWorld #WhyWhyTales
2020-04-06
04 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Ek, Dui, Teen | Bangla
Ek, Dui, Teen is all about a precocious King who wants people to read his mind. Can you really expect people to read your mind? This one is about communication.#StorieswithRituparna #GolpoPodcast #StoriesfromAroundtheWorld
2020-04-03
04 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
The Sun, The Frost, The Wind | English
You have three options? Which one would you choose? This is one of the shortest tales we have ever told! Lean in, listen and ponder upon your life and the choices before you.
2020-04-02
03 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
The Rabbits & The Elephants | English
This one is part of our #EcoStories collection. Have we really learnt about sharing the planet with all species on it? A simple tale with deep questions.#StorieswithRituparna #GolpoPodcast #StoriesfromAroundtheWorld
2020-03-16
05 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
The Smell of Bread | English
The Smell of Bread is an oriental story that is about enjoying life through one's senses. There are many things that money can buy, and yet, there are more things that money can never buy!Have you ever enjoyed the whiff of a story? Look into the universe, you will find many wafting around.#Stories #Golpo #StoriesfromAroundtheWorld #StorytellingwithRituparna
2020-03-14
05 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
The Storytelling Stone | English
The Storytelling Stone is an ancient Seneca tale that rings in the need for storytellers and their stories. This one is close to our heart.#FolkTales #StoriesfromAroundtheWorld
2020-01-28
08 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Gandharva Sen Maara Geche | Bangla
Gandharva Sen Mara Geche (Gandharva Sen is Dead) is a folk tale from Bengal.The news of Gandharva Sen's death reaches the King. The king breaks out into a lament and cries bitterly at the news. He announces 14-days of state mourning. The courtiers, the Queens, the subjects, the people all mourn the deceased. But who is Gandharva Sen?A funny tale with hilarious consequences, this one always has people break out into a laugh.
2020-01-21
11 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Truth & Story | English
Truth & Story is a tale that is often used to illustrate the importance of stories. Stories wrap truth to make them acceptable. Stories turn facts into illustrations that people are more likely to believe.This version of 'Truth & Story' has been written by Irish writer / storyteller Liz Weir.
2020-01-21
07 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
The Two Frogs | English
A Japanese folk tale about two frogs who set out on an adventure only to realise that perhaps it is not worth it! Sometimes you really have to complete a journey before you know whether it was worth all the effort!, isn't it?Language: English
2019-10-25
06 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Rabbit & The Terrapin | English
Rabbit & The Terrapin is a classic trickster tale from the Aboriginal American tribes. You have heard the rabbit and the tortoise, haven't you? This one is another tale where the slower animal wins the race with his wit.Language: English
2019-10-18
06 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Raja'r Nyay | The King's Justice | Bangla
When a minor dispute is blown out of proportions, two friends take their quarrel to their King for he is known for his wisdom and justice. What was the cause of dispute, who is guilty and how will the King roll out his judgement?A Tibetan tale retold in Bangla.Language: Bangla
2019-10-18
05 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
The Oak and The Willow | English
How do you react in the face of an adversity? Do you buckle and bend to survive? Do you face the turbulent winds head on?
2019-10-08
05 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Shinge'r Daak | The Lion's Roar | Bangla
Have you ever wondered why is the lion's roar so fierce? An example of a trickster tale, a lesson in food chain, this African story is retold in Bangla.Language: Bangla
2019-10-01
05 min
What's in Your Story Bag
Episode # 9 | Breaking Silos Stories | Minari Shah
In our podcast What’s in Your Story Bag we peep into people’s lives, their experiences, memories and dreams bringing out stories that are worth sharing. Your podcast host is Rituparna Ghosh, Founder of Your Story Bag, a Storytelling, Training and Consulting company.For our inaugural set of episodes we joined Bombay Chambers of Commerce as Digital Storytelling Partner for their Communications conclave in Mumbai. The conclave was titled Breaking Silos where we talked about the convergence of People Power Purpose in dynamic times. This episode was recorded at the venue in a fireside chat f...
2019-07-24
11 min
What's in Your Story Bag
Episode #8 | Breaking Silos Stories | Dr Bhaskar Das
For our inaugural set of episodes we joined Bombay Chambers of Commerce as Digital Storytelling Partner for their Communications conclave in Mumbai. The conclave was titled Breaking Silos where we talked about the convergence of People Power Purpose in dynamic times. This episode was recorded at the venue in a fireside chat format where I spoke to Dr Bhaskar Das, Group President, Republic TV Network. Dr Das in this chat with me gives me a sneak peak into the story that almost every organisation lives today. One that has millennials in the team thereby cr...
2019-07-22
15 min
What's in Your Story Bag
Episode #7 | Breaking Silos Stories | Jaideep Kewalramani
In this episode Rituparna speaks to Mr Jaideep Kewalramani, CEO of Legasis Services Pvt Ltd, a firm that offers Legal System and Integrated Solutions. Jaideep has He has over 21 years of experience in leading and developing businesses across services & technology industry. He has managed multi-million dollar business portfolios, worked with several Fortune 500 clients to help them optimize businesses, globalize teams and leverage technology.Jaideep holds a patent for an Artificial Intelligence (AI) algorithm. And in this podcast he talks of how AI is set to challenge silos within an organisation. Jaideep will chair the...
2019-06-13
16 min
What's in Your Story Bag
Episode #6 | Breaking Silos Stories | Leena Basrur
In this episode of #WhatsinYourStoryBag Rituparna speaks to Ms Leena Basrur, Chairperson of the Media Committee at Bombay Chambers of Commerce and Industry. Ms Basrur is the Executive Chairman and & MD, Direxions Marketing Solutions Pvt Ltd. An industry stalwart, over the last 25 years Ms Basrur has been associated with over 80 relationship programs for companies like Jet Airways, Nestlé, Idea Cellular, BPCL, Unilever and ICICI Bank and many others across financial services, telecom, hospitality, CPG, healthcare and retail industries.In this podcast Ms Basrur shares the mission of the media committee at BCCI and the imp...
2019-06-13
16 min
What's in Your Story Bag
Episode #5 | Breaking Silos Stories | Lulu Raghavan
In this episode of #WhatsinYourStoryBag Rituparna is talking to Ms Lulu Raghavan, MD of Landor India, a brand consulting and design company. Ms Raghavan has been named as one of India’s most influential women in media, marketing and advertising in 2019. Ms Raghavan has led corporate and consumer branding programs for clients such as National Stock Exchange, Mahindra, Godrej, Aditya Birla, Taj Group, Tata Global Beverages, Sony Pictures Networks, Axis Bank, Wipro, Usha Martin and Britannia.In this podcast Ms Raghgavan talks about how silos impact a brand. From her story bag we hear a re...
2019-06-10
16 min
What's in Your Story Bag
Episode #4 | Breaking Silos Stories | Ambi Parameswaran
#YourStoryBag is joining Bombay Chambers of Commerce as its Digital Storytelling Partner for its upcoming Communications Conclave called Breaking Silos. This one-day conclave will bring in industry leaders and business stakeholders to discuss the convergence of people, power and purpose in dynamic times.In today’s podcast Rituparna asks brand guru Ambi Parameswaran#WhatsinYourStoryBag For a man who has built some of India’s memorable brands Mr Parameswaran shares legendary stories about iconic brands. He talks about the importance of storytelling in brand building beyond advertising and how the#TataGroup story...
2019-06-04
26 min
What's in Your Story Bag
Episode #3 | Breaking Silos Stories | Priyanka Sehgal
#YourStoryBag is joining Bombay Chambers of Commerce as its Digital Storytelling Partner for its upcoming Communications Conclave called Breaking Silos. This one-day conclave will bring in industry leaders and business stakeholders to discuss the convergence of people, power and purpose in dynamic times.In this episode Rituparna is joined by Ms Priyanka Sehgal, Founder of LitDigital, a media tech company that helps brands and SMEs create and monetise content & IPs. Ms Sehgal is a media professional with 20 years of extensive experience across TV & Digital with successful stints in Network 18, Times Television Network and NDTV. W...
2019-06-03
21 min
What's in Your Story Bag
Episode #2 | Breaking Silos Stories | Dr Adil Malia
#YourStoryBag is joining Bombay Chambers of Commerce as its Digital Storytelling Partner for its upcoming Communications Conclave called Breaking Silos. This one-day conclave will bring in industry leaders and business stakeholders to discuss the convergence of people, power and purpose in dynamic times.In this episode Rituparna is joined by Dr Adil Malia who has been a thought leader in different dimensions of corporate transformation, people and leadership space for nearly 4 decades now. Dr Malia leads the leadership people management and learning practice as the CEO and Managing Partner at The Firm. Prior to t...
2019-06-02
21 min
What's in Your Story Bag
Episode #1 | Breaking Silos Stories | Roma Balwani
#YourStoryBag is joining Bombay Chambers of Commerce as its Digital Storytelling Partner for its upcoming Communications Conclave called Breaking Silos. This one-day conclave will bring in industry leaders and business stakeholders to discuss the convergence of people, power and purpose in dynamic times.Joining Rituparna in the first episode is Mrs Roma Balwani, the Chief Curator of the conclave and Sr Advisor, Brand and Communications at Vendanta. Mrs Balwani brings her 30 year old communications wisdom in this conversation. She shares her vision behind this conclave and a story of what happens when silos are b...
2019-06-01
16 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Why People Live in Houses | English
Some months back my son returned from school with a question, “Mumma why do we live in a rented house? My friend says we should own a house!” Living in a metropolitan city where you are judged by the size of your house maybe this warrants as a topic of discussion for 7 years olds. I wouldn’t know of course since I grew up in a rented house, far away in a small town where homes were all about warmth, love, friendship and memories.So this got me thinking…Is it important to own a house...
2019-03-27
10 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
Mulla Nasruddin - The Uses of Wisdom | English
A good story is truly timeless! Here is a story that we narrated on the occasion of World Storytelling Day celebrating classic myths, legends and epics from around the world.This one is about Mulla Nasruddin where we discover the many uses of wisdom!This story first released on Zamit.
2019-03-20
09 min
Golpo | Stories From Around the World
S1 | Ep 1 | The Wooden Head | English
Do you have people telling you that you cannot do something?“Oh! Stop playing games…do you think you will go to the Olympics?”“You can’t be dark and play the lead character in the school play!”“Taking up arts? What about Science?”“If you fail, you will be a loser for life!”What do you do with those voices in your head?Lean in & listen to this story…maybe there is something for you!The Wooden Head is a Maori Myth, a story from the...
2019-03-06
09 min