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Shilpa DasGupta

Ohh Folk!!

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Shilpa DasGupta

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Ohh Folk!!

Shilpa DasGupta

Ohh Folk!!

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A Folklore, Storytelling and Culture podcast featuring Shilpa DasGupta
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Bangladesh!! A country once described as  "a sleeping beauty emerging from mists and water" by the Chinese traveler and poet Huen Tsang. Mother earth has been generous on this country with an abundance of natural resources, widespread greenery,
When we say 'Korea', so many paradoxical images come to mind. While North Korea predominantly continues to stay isolated from the rest of the world, South Korea has made a significant global impact in the last few decades. But in this episode,
In the first interview episode of Ohh Folk, we are in conversation with a very special person, Dr. Csenge Virág Zalka. Dr. Zalka is a professional storyteller and author from Hungary. She is Hungary's first international storyller. She collects
Yemen - a country torn apart by almost a decade-long civil war was once used to be the epitome of prosperity and wealth. A country that gave us one of our favorite beans that also happens to wake up most of the world every morning - Coffee. In
Brunei - A small island country from Asia's largest island Borneo. This pocket sized nation is a treasure house of history, culture, and folklore that dates back into an age beyond any recorded existence. While on the other hand, this is one of
Sri Lanka, the Land of Serendipity is known for its abundance of natural beauty, timeless historical remains, and folk tradition that dates back thousands of years. Though Sri Lankan culture and social structure are primarily influenced by the
The world media has created a certain perception of Pakistan through exaggeration and agenda-setting. But beyond all of these, lies another Pakistan. A country rich in cultural and traditional diversity, literature, music, and folklore. This co
In this episode, we travel to Rumi’s land, the land of magic and mysticism. A place where scenic blue lakes crystal clearly reflects the scraping mountains, where hospitality is beyond anything one can even imagine - The land of the Tajiks, Taj
In this episode, Ohh Folk travels to the Land of Smiles, Cambodia, and brings to you a very old traditional Khmer story. The story might be old but it addresses a deep-rooted social issue that is quite persistent to this date. It makes a refres
In the second episode of Season 2, we travel to Taiwan. This small island country of unexpected beauty has a rich and very old folktale culture but very few have explored it. In this episode, I bring to you a lesser-known Taiwanese folktale tha
Every culture around the world relates some special food items with happiness, good luck, positivity, and new beginnings. So as I embark on Season 2 of Ohh Folk, no doubt I had to pick up a fascinating food tale to kick start this new chapter.
As we are closing the year 2021 on a bittersweet note, it is also time to drop curtains on Season 01 of my podcast Ohh Folk!! In this wrap-up episode, I share with you all the questions that I have received from my listeners over the past many
In the second last episode of 2021, I bring to you another unique and very rare story from Ireland, a land globally known for its folktales, myths, legends, and fairytales. Many a time we hear and narrate stories about sweet and giving fairies.
Ireland is a country of gazillion folktales, myths, legends, and fairytales. While many have been handed down between cultures and traveled the world, there's still quite a handful, unknown to most people. In this episode, I have curated one su
It's that time of the year!! The spooky time... As Halloween is knocking on the door, it's fascinating to look back into the history of Halloween and how it all started? Traditions, myths, and so many stories have time traveled and still contin
Afghanistan is a land of unknowns. So much of the rich heritage and culture of once considered the 'world's friendliest country' is still unknown to the world. This episode brings to you a very well known Afghani folktale, Buzak Chini or Buz-e
Afghanistan - This name has been the center of news for many years and especially for the past two months for all the wrong reasons. Today, we all have some sort of opinion, information, misinformation, hatred, fear about this country. But how
In my fourth episode, I take you on a trip to lesser-known terrains in the Western part of India. Not to any popular destination like Maharasthra or Rajasthan but to the much lesser-known hidden paradise of the Union Territory of Dadra and Naga
In my third episode, I take you to the Southern part of India, where we will cross a not-so-regular river with a religious guru and his disciples. Enjoy the story and don't miss a very unique 'Folk Fact' of this episode. Happy listening! 😊___
In my second episode, I take you to the Eastern part of India, and this time it is a unique folktale about a very special and widely loved dessert of India, 'Malpua'. Enjoy the story and immerse yourself in the unique sweetness of life. Happy l
As I embark on this fascinating journey of podcasts, my travel begins from my roots, India. In my very first episode, I bring to you an ancient and rarely known story from the traditional Khasi tribes of North-east India. Their belief of how Ea
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