Indian Short Stories!: Recent Episodes

Shashikiran and Rohini

Listen to short stories from various Indian (Bharat) sources in English!For general feedback, comments and collaborations, please reach out to us at kathalayathepodcast@gmail.com

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See how the life of a sage alters with and without the blessing of  Goddess Lakshmi.

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This is the second installment in the "Who Am I?" series. An attempt to introduce prominent Indian personalities. Can you guess who the personality is by listening to some clues that are mentioned in this episode?

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This is an attempt to introduce prominent Indian personalities. Can you guess who the personality is by listening to 11 clues that are mentioned in this episode

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Satyabhama badly wants a flower for herself. Krishna invites her to go on a journey to get it. Do they succeed in getting the flower? Find out what happens during their quest...

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You have definitely seen this Rakshasa in most traditional pictures of all Gods and Goddesses, but do you know the story behind him?

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Introducing Bhagvad Gita through simple stories

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Check out this unique story where Narada seeks an answer from Maha Vishnu 

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Fun filled story  - Find out why the little ghost is naughty and troublesome only to a few people

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King competes with a parrot - Does he win/lose ?

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A king comes in possession of a magical mirror. Does it stand to its name?

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Sudarshana attempts to win a challenge, testing God.

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Story from Indian Puranas.... Why does the moon wax and wane?

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Four students set out in the real world after their studies... Are they intelligent or are they fools?

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A tired wolf has not had food in days and dreams about a sumptuous meal. Does it come true!

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Who will stand by their words - Bear or the Prince?

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We all have known for ages from parents, grand parents, stories etc that a lion is the king of the jungle. But do we know why? Listen to this short story to find out.