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In this special Lunar New Year 2026 episode of Ohh Folk, we journey to China to explore one of its lesser-known yet deeply meaningful legends, The Silkworm Mother and the White Horse. Set against the rich backdrop of Chinese history and folk tradition, this haunting tale weaves together love, promise, transformation, and the mysterious origins of silk, the textile pride of China. As we step into the Year of the Horse, this story takes on an even deeper resonance, connecting ancient heritage with zodiac symbolism. Join me for the Season 2 finale as we celebrate culture, memory, and the quiet power of stories that deserve to travel beyond borders. Happy Listening!! 🙂 _____________________ Social Media: FB: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/OhhFolk⁠⁠⁠ | Insta: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ohhfolk_podcast/⁠⁠ | X: https://x.com/Ohhfolk_Podcast || _____________________ Opening poem: Gazing Down At The Dark Blue Sea’  by Cao Cao. Translated in English by Vickie Fang published on the website https://www.classicchinesepoetry.com/ || Story source: The story has been reconstructed based on several sources, as listed below https://oldeuropeanculture.blogspot.com/2022/09/silkworm-goddess.html https://fairytalez.com/girl-horses-head-silkworm-goddess/ https://en.chinaculture.org/focus/focus/2014SF/content_506782.htm || Original music score (intro, bumpers, primarily show beds): Abhishek Papan Dutt || SFX and background audio effects: https://freesound.org (Please donate and support, if you are using their resources.) || Additional background music: Listed below. All additional music beds used in this episode are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (reuse allowed) Guzheng Meditation: An Ancient Chinese Musical Instrument that Takes You into a World of Zen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8-pqA0t_qA&list=RDs8-pqA0t_qA&start_radio=1 Beautiful Instrumental Music For Recharge Body Relax Meditate Sleep | Relaxing Chinese Flute Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bht4rObQVYM&list=RDbht4rObQVYM&start_radio=1 Sadness and Sorrow Piano | Free Sad Background Music | Free Non Copyrighted Music For Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ivlFhRJmzA&list=RD5ivlFhRJmzA&start_radio=1 Instrumental Music Best Bamboo Flute To Help Study, Sleep and Relax || Traditional Japanese Music || https://youtu.be/MG4e6F_JLNc (Free) Horror Ambiance - Ominous Background Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xAO3x-Uhfoo&list=PLxi7yIzjRsKxi_1Y0mG8rZ8EzJRw0JgFs Tense Negotiations | D&D/TTRPG Music | 1 Hour | Copyright free https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ivo9CxWNl0E&list=RDivo9CxWNl0E&start_radio=1 || Producer, host, researcher, writer, editor, promotions, graphics: Shilpa Das Gupta || © 2021 All Rights Reserved to Shilpa Das Gupta |

High in the folds of the Himalayas lives a mystical and beautiful little mountain kingdom where prayer flags flow effortlessly into blue mountain air, valleys hold centuries of belief, and stories travel faster by word of mouth rather than ink. In this episode of Ohh Folk, one such story begins to stir. From Bhutan’s rich folktale tradition emerges the legend of the Demoness of Teligang, a tale shaped by fear, faith, and the fragile line between protection and destruction. This is a story that asks you to listen slowly and to remember that even the most beautiful places carry shadows. Happy Listening!! 🙂 _____________________ Social Media: FB: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/OhhFolk⁠⁠⁠ | Insta: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ohhfolk_podcast/⁠⁠ | X: https://x.com/Ohhfolk_Podcast || _____________________ Opening music: The Traditional Genre of Bhutanese Music | Bhutan Travel Advisor | Bhutan Rafting |Dochula Pass 360° (Channel: Truly Bhutan Travel) Licensed under Creative Commons (reuse allowed) Link: https://youtu.be/0UCLTNziTFM?si=OJWT2o-yv0pQd5Q4 Story source: Since no properly documented source of the story could be found, the story has been reconstructed based on several sources as listed below: ​https://tashipenjore.blogspot.com/2024/01/nyala-duem-legend.html#:~:text=They%20fear%20there%20won%E2%80%99t%20be,rich%20folklores%20in%20the%20future​https://bhutantourcompany.com/the-last-echoes-of-bhutanese-folklore/#:~:text=%E2%80%9CNyala%20Duem%21%20I%20hear%20you,continued%20his%20journey%20to%20Punakha​https://www.darkstories.org/post/the-story-of-garp-lungi-khorlo-wheel-of-the-wind-10387326#:~:text=This%20is%20my%20writing%20on,distances%20in%20a%20short%20time​Bhutan Broadcasting Service - https://www.bbs.bt/163813/#:~:text=As%20dusk%20settles%2C%20people%20would,the%20locals%20and%20travellers%20alikeOther sources: ​https://www.transbhutantrail.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawOYYElleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFVUEVaaGpVekZCbGY2UUd0c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHq7B1R4CgGrRMmDeHiG9RtbhyRZnjsaWOqtICyFyWJo-t4ZiFyo_j6D9IAzn_aem_VcFyILX7WHIqJqkrd-WS3A​Tandin Dorji. 2002. Folktale Narration: A Retreating Tradition. Journal of Bhutan Studies, 6. /https://d1i1jdw69xsqx0.cloudfront.net/digitalhimalaya/collections/journals/jbs/pdf/JBS_06_02.pdf​https://www.readersdigest.in/features/story-tell-me-a-story-rediscovering-the-lost-art-of-oral-narrations-125708#:~:text=history,%E2%80%9D|| Original music score (intro, bumpers, primarily show beds): Abhishek Papan Dutt || Additional background music: Listed below. All additional music beds used in this episode are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (reuse allowed) ​Morning Flute Music | Himalayan Flute music - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UsKPH62yrAo&list=RDUsKPH62yrAo&start_radio=1​Deep meditation music for 30 minutes_ Tibetan music - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfCfxw5Ef18&list=RDCfCfxw5Ef18&start_radio=1​Tibetan Flute Music, Himalaya Positive Vibrations, Tibetan Relaxing Music, Guided Meditation Music - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGkLjcb-INo&list=RDaGkLjcb-INo&start_radio=1​1 Hour of Scary HALLOWEEN Horror Sounds. Sound Effects by Lara Sluyter (LARA’S HORROR SOUNDS on YouTube). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCC9Yjb6rOk ​Spooky Forest Ambience Sound Effect | Scary Halloween Sounds (Free Sounds Library) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJU9JNnfUJE​(Free) Horror Ambiance - Ominous Background Music - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xAO3x-Uhfoo&list=PLxi7yIzjRsKxi_1Y0mG8rZ8EzJRw0JgFs ​Suspense Tension Background Music | No Copyright | Free to Use - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zK5cT5jimo&list=RD-zK5cT5jimo&start_radio=1 ​Sadness and Sorrow Piano | Free Sad Background Music | Free Non Copyrighted Music For Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ivlFhRJmzA&list=RD5ivlFhRJmzA&start_radio=1|| Producer, host, researcher, writer, editor, promotions, graphics: Shilpa Das Gupta || © 2021 All Rights Reserved to Shilpa Das Gupta |

In this episode of Ohh Folk!!, we journey to the vast, windswept steppes of Mongolia—land of extreme climatic conditions, stretches of desert and grassland, eternal blue skies, nomadic wisdom, and ancient epic traditions. As we explore the culture, climate, and folktale heritage of this rugged land, we uncover a powerful myth about a legendary archer, a sky ablaze with seven suns, and a choice that, according to the Mongolian myths, changed the world forever. Happy Listening! 🙂 _____________________ Social Media: FB: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/OhhFolk⁠⁠⁠ | Insta: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ohhfolk_podcast/⁠⁠ | X: https://x.com/Ohhfolk_Podcast || _____________________ Opening music: Mongolian traditional Morin Khuur instrument. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (reuse allowed) | Channel: Pons Music Treat | Title of the video: Morin khuur Instrument | Link: https://youtu.be/zDPr6d5uXpA?si=s1Em23adOTIujCI2 || Story source: https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2014/Nov/28/2014-687695.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com || Original music score (intro, bumpers, primarily show beds): Abhishek Papan Dutt || SFX and background music beds: https://freesound.org (Please donate and support, if you are using their resources) || Additional background music: Listed below. All additional music beds used in this episode are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (reuse allowed) [No Copyright Vlog Music] 2021 | Mongolian Relaxation Traditional Music - Heart Spin - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mk1FzR9j38I&list=RDMk1FzR9j38I&start_radio=1&ab_channel=NCVM%5BNoCopyrightVlogMusic%5D Medieval Lofi Music | Revenant - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9N2juXcj7BI&list=RD9N2juXcj7BI&start_radio=1&ab_channel=MedievalLofi —  VICTORY - Epic Instrumental Music - NO COPYRIGHT - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W83VmAt6vQI&list=RDW83VmAt6vQI&start_radio=1&ab_channel=SoftVibeOasis || Producer, host, researcher, writer, editor, promotions, graphics: Shilpa Das Gupta || © 2021 All Rights Reserved to Shilpa Das Gupta |

In this episode, we journey to the heart of Nepal—a land of towering mountains, ancient temples, and rich cultural diversity. Discover the magic of Nepali folktales, from the mystical spirits of the Himalayas to timeless legends emerging from different ethnic groups. In this episode, we’ll dive deep into the chilling tale of a fearsome man-eating giant from Kathmandu’s folklore who kidnaps and kills children to eat their meat. Blending Hindu, Buddhist, and indigenous beliefs, this story is one of the many that reflect Nepal’s vibrant soul. Get ready for legends as captivating and haunting as the Himalayas themselves! Happy Listening! 🙂 _____________________ Social Media: FB: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/OhhFolk⁠⁠⁠ | Insta: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ohhfolk_podcast/⁠⁠ | X: https://x.com/Ohhfolk_Podcast || ______________________ Opening Music: Resham Firiri by Buddhi Bahadur Pariyar Source: Freesound.orgSOL Resham.wav by CasaAsiaSons -- https://freesound.org/s/240815/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 3.0https://www.magicalnepal.com/blog/resham-firiri-song-lyrics-english-meaning/|| Story Sources: Re-created based on the folk tale curated from the below two sources: ECS Nepal: https://ecs.com.np/festival/gurumapa-the-ogre-of-itumbahaa?utm_source=chatgpt.com Itumbaha.org: https://www.itumbaha.org/legend-of-itumbaha/?utm_source=chatgpt.com || Original music score (intro, bumpers, primarily show beds): Abhishek Papan Dutt || SFX and background music beds: https://freesound.org (Please donate and support, if you are using their resources) || Additional background music: Listed below. All additional music beds used in this episode are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (reuse allowed) Himalayan Flute Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6uufXJBA-0&ab_channel=HitsNepal Morning Flute Music | Himalayan Flute Music: https://youtu.be/UsKPH62yrAo?si=eM02pW0ZoNEv3qt2 Om chant: https://youtu.be/lB_UJq5L73Q?si=lipfvu3OuKrSkKmB Free Flute background music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5TStK8S_zFQ&ab_channel=HitsNepal || Producer, host, researcher, writer, editor, promotions, graphics: Shilpa Das Gupta || © 2021 All Rights Reserved to Shilpa Das Gupta |

Weaving holds profound cultural, social, and spiritual significance in Timor-Leste, particularly through the creation of Tais, the traditional handwoven textiles. The craft is deeply rooted in Timorese identity, symbolizing the nation's history, community, and connection to the land. Tais plays an essential role in significant life events, such as births, marriages, and funerals. For example, a bride's family may gift Tais to the groom's family during wedding ceremonies as a gesture of goodwill and unity. On the other hand, Tais is also used as an offering to ancestors and spirits in rituals, symbolizing respect and gratitude. In some communities of Timor-Leste, specific Tais patterns are believed to hold protective powers or bring blessings. Tais is also a popular souvenir for visitors to Timor-Leste and a way to promote the nation’s cultural heritage globally. In 2021, Tais was included in UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage. This episode of Ohh Folk pays tribute to the craft of weaving, particularly Tais, and its deep significance in Timor-Leste. Hope everyone will enjoy listening to this episode as much as I enjoyed putting it together! Happy Listening! 🙂 _____________________ Social Media: Insta: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ohhfolk_podcast/⁠ | X: https://x.com/Ohhfolk_Podcast | FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/OhhFolk⁠ || ______________________ Story Source: Restructured on several stories curated from various sources.  Original music score (intro, bumpers, primarily show beds): Abhishek Papan Dutt SFX and background music beds: https://freesound.org (Please donate and support, if you are using their resources) Additional background music: Listed below. All additional music beds used in this episode are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (reuse allowed) Sea Waves - Sound Effect - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3ZbsOhNTas&ab_channel=SoundEffects 1 Hour relaxing Javanese gamelan music music for gamelan vibration meditation - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4aevydLEncU&ab_channel=KENDNINDI || Producer, host, researcher, writer, editor, promotions, graphics - Shilpa Das Gupta || © 2021 All Rights Reserved to Shilpa Das Gupta |

Step into a world where myth and reality intertwine, where legends are passed down through generations like precious heirlooms. In this enchanting journey through the heart of Central Asia, we will explore the cultural tapestry and thousands of year old captivating folktales of Uzbekistan! Uzbeki folk tales are more than just a set of tales passed down to generations through oral storytelling traditions. These tales are a window into the soul of a nation, reflecting its values, beliefs, and collective identity. Through these age-old tales, we gain insights into the resilience, resourcefulness, and indomitable spirit of the Uzbek people. Get ready to immerse yourself in the magical world of Uzbeki folktales. Happy Listening! :) _______________________ Social Media: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/ohhfolk_podcast/ | X: https://x.com/Ohhfolk_Podcast | FB: https://www.facebook.com/OhhFolk || _______________________ Story Source: Restructured on content curated from several online resources.  https://www.orexca.com/uzbekistan/legends_folktales/legends/kyrk_kyz.htm https://voicesoncentralasia.org/the-mystery-of-kyrk-kyz-from-40-women-warriors-to-the-warriors-of-light/ https://www.nytimes.com/2018/03/19/world/asia/uzbekistan-forty-girls-musical.html Intro Music Hook: Small portion of Shashmaqam audio clip extracted from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSlkzY4vPRA (Used only for a few seconds to introduce and explain the musical genre of Shashmaqam in reference to talking about music of Central Asia. Ohh Folk! podcast does not generate any revenue so this clip has not been used for any commercial purpose) || Original music score (intro, bumpers, primarily show beds): Abhishek Papan Dutt || SFX and background music beds: https://freesound.org (Please donate and support, if you are using their resources) || Additional background music: Listed below. All additional music beds used in this episode are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (reuse allowed) Middle East Deep Mystical Relaxing Music || G Nusantara - Take A Deep Breath - https://youtu.be/NEqqzlN-BZ0?si=Li1fbnK7b_e6O4Kb Samurai Sword (Katana) Fighting - Sound Effects - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5QeUCaPt_MI Epic Middle Eastern War Music- Escape From The Hell - https://youtu.be/NpurphqbhbM?si=F8VZujv-L--HxJJn Middle East Music | Calm music | Relaxing music - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJnEtMOzjJE || Producer, host, researcher, writer, editor, promotions, graphics - Shilpa Das Gupta || © 2021 All Rights Reserved to Shilpa Das Gupta |

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, beautiful coastlines and an extensive range of flora and fauna. Bangladesh is that unique country that fought a long war and gained victory for the sake of their mother language, Bengali. And because of this beautiful nation, February 21 is globally identified as the ‘International Mother Language Day’. And in this episode, also going live on February 21, in honor of the Mother Language Day (known as ‘Bhasha Dibosh’ in Bengali), I, a proud Bengali from one part of Bengal (West Bengal, India), pay homage to another part of Bengal (Bangladesh). While borders divide the two Bengals, language and culture have kept them united forever. Bangladesh also happens to be the country of my roots. This is where both my parents and most of my family originally come from. So in this episode, I have picked a very old and rare folktale to pay tribute to my roots and the unique demographic diversity of Bangladesh. Happy Listening!____________________Social Media:Instagram: ohhfolk_podcast |Twitter: OhhFolk_Podcast |Facebook: OhhFolk |____________________Opening and Closing Song (‘Lusai Pahar’) Vocals: Zenith Esha Samadder (Kotha) |Lyrics: Moloy Ghosh Dostidar |Music: Moloy Ghosh Dostidar |Mixing and Mastering: Abhishek Papan Dutt |||Story Source: Sunil, Flaviamariya & P., Sheelan, Christy, “Chakma Folktales: A Study of the Subalterns”. Literary Cognizance, III-2 (September, 2022): 18-23. Web. (“This is an Open Access e-Journal Published Under A Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License”) https://www.literarycognizance.com/images/vol3-issue-2/4_FlaviamariyaSunil-ChristySheelanP.pdf||Additional Research: Komol Sengupta||Special Thanks: Mekhola Haque-Ahmed, Syed Asif Ahmed||Original music score (intro, bumpers, primarily show beds): Abhishek Papan Dutt||Additional background music: Listed below. All additional music beds used in this episode are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (reuse allowed)*Song: Bengali instrumental folk music |Welcome Mood |Royalty Free Music| Instrumental Music FreeMusic provided by: Welcome moodVideo Link:  https://youtu.be/2sf8m56dMio?si=Uauc7Ye29ZQ0a1UG----*Song: Village Background Music No Copyright - Village flute music [no copyright] bangla Background Music 2Music provided by: sad background musicVideo Link: https://youtu.be/QLNq5VJpdZw?si=ebowzm_eFe12hn6g----*Song: Village background music no copyright - short film music - flute background music [no copyright] 2Music provided by: sad background musicVideo Link: https://youtu.be/pl3KoK2z17c?si=kIuunAMbB2ogbNl0----*Song: Ami banglai gan gai bengali music instrumental copyright free | Welcome MoodMusic provided by: Welcome moodVideo Link: https://youtu.be/Lj2Bq25sM58?si=N8OF0kEN7RSFzxUm----*Song: "Portal" Mysterious Space Background Music No CopyrightMusic provided by: Gravity SoundVideo Link: https://youtu.be/ziFxpjRbfJc?si=QVZgDgH5meuTvVEK----||Special thanks to my parents and family whose stories and struggles have inspired me for this episode immensely||Producer, host, researcher, writer, editor, promotions, graphics - Shilpa Das Gupta||© 2021 All Rights Reserved to Shilpa Das Gupta |

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, keeping aside all the paradoxes, let's get to know Korea a bit differently through their thousands of years old culture, oral storytelling tradition, and a unique folktale. Happy Listening!! ______________________ Social Media: Instagram: ohhfolk_podcast | Twitter: OhhFolk_Podcast | Facebook: OhhFolk | ______________________ * Korean Folk Song ‘Arirang’ on Violin - Adrita Dutt * Story narrated from the book: The story bag; a collection of Korean folk tales: by Kim, So-un, 1907-1981: Available on Internet Archive: https://archive.org/details/isbn_9780804805483/page/38/mode/2up (Internet Archive is an open access public archive platform) * Lee. (n.d.). The Korean folktale as a literary genre: Traditional values, changing times, and its sociohistorical development. Journal of Liberal Arts and Humanities, 1(4), 18–23. https://jlahnet.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/2.pdf Author Profile: https://uca.edu/psychology/facultystaff/seungyeon-lee/ * Original music score (intro, bumpers, primarily show beds): Abhishek Papan Dutt *Additional audio clips: All additional music beds used in this episode are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (reuse allowed) Music: Instrumental Music Best Bamboo Flute To Help Study, Sleep and Relax || Traditional Japanese Music || https://youtu.be/MG4e6F_JLNc || Producer, host, researcher, writer, editor, promotions, graphics - Shilpa Das Gupta || © 2021 All Rights Reserved to Shilpa Das Gupta |

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 storyteller. She collects, researches, and performs traditional stories in three languages. Csenge holds a master's degree in Storytelling and a PhD in Culture Studies, and has published various books both in English and Hungarian. She especially enjoys telling long traditional tales. Dr. Zalka currently lives in Budapest, and works as the storytelling program coordinator of the Világszép Foundation for Children in State Care. You can follow her work on her blog (http://multicoloreddiary.blogspot.com) or Mastodon (@[email protected])______________________ Social Media: Instagram: ohhfolk_podcast | Twitter: OhhFolk_Podcast | Facebook: OhhFolk | ______________________ * Original music score (intro, bumpers, primarily show beds): by Abhishek Papan Dutt * All additional music pieces - https://freesound.org/ (Please donate and help if you are using their resource)||Producer, host, researcher, writer, editor, promotions, graphics - Shilpa Das Gupta||© 2021 All Rights Reserved to Shilpa Das Gupta |

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 this episode, we will go back and revisit that glorious nation Yemen used to be and discover its true colors through a folktale that has aged like wine or better to say like coffee - still as fresh and aromatic as it can be!! Sit back, unwind, and check it out over a cup of freshly brewed coffee!! Happy listening!! ______________________ Social Media: Instagram: ohhfolk_podcast | Twitter: OhhFolk_Podcast | Facebook: OhhFolk | ______________________ * Story narrated from the book: From the Land of Sheba: Yemeni Folk Tales | Retold by Carolyn Han with Kamal Ali al-Hegri. URL: https://archive.org/details/fromlandofsheba00caro/page/n9/mode/2up (Internet Archive is an open access public archive platform) * Original music score (intro, bumpers, primarily show beds): by Abhishek Papan Dutt * All SFX and additional ambiance music pieces - https://freesound.org/ (Please donate and help if you are using their resource) || Producer, host, researcher, writer, editor, promotions, graphics - Shilpa Das Gupta || © 2021 All Rights Reserved to Shilpa Das Gupta |

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 to an age beyond any recorded existence. On the other hand, this is one of the richest countries in the world, with the economy primarily being supported by global exports of crude oil, liquefied natural gas, and petroleum products. A land of legends and myths, anecdotes, and opulence—that's magical Brunei, and in this episode, I bring to you a magical story from this land. ______________________ Social Media: Instagram: ohhfolk_podcast | Twitter: OhhFolk_Podcast | Facebook: OhhFolk | ______________________ Credits: * Haji Jukim, Maslin. (2017). Brunei Folklore An overview.  Article source: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/321211375_Brunei_Folklore_An_overview (Maslin Haji Jukim is a lecturer of Malay Literature/Folklore, Universiti Brunei Darussalam) * Mohammad Harunthmarin, Nur Qistin. (2017). Culture, Tradition and the Series of Bruneian Folklore Article source: https://research-repository.griffith.edu.au/handle/10072/365267 (This is author's PhD Thesis from Griffith University Australia. The author owns the copyright in this thesis. Item access status has been set to ‘public’) * Original music score (intro, bumpers, primarily show beds): by Abhishek Papan Dutt * Additional audio clips: All additional music beds used in this episode are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (reuse allowed) Music: 3 Hours Ethnic Music: Beautiful Sapeq String Sounds of Borneo Island (with full rural-urban views) | https://youtu.be/oj5Lw5i4A1I* All SFX and additional ambiance music pieces - https://freesound.org/ (Please donate and help if you are using their resource)||Producer, host, researcher, writer, editor, promotions, graphics - Shilpa Das Gupta||© 2021 All Rights Reserved to Shilpa Das Gupta |

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 predominant Buddhist philosophy, there is also significant influence of Hindu, Islamic, and Christian cultures, representing vast diversity. This heritage and tradition of diversity influence Sri Lanka’s oral folk tradition as well. While stories of Buddha and Ramayana impact the Sri Lankan folk culture significantly, many Sri Lankan folktales are often based on real human characters and animals. For example: the Andare tales. But what is that? To know more listen to this episode of Ohh Folk to discover Sri Lanka is new lenses!! Happy Listening! :) ______________________ Social Media: Instagram: ohhfolk_podcast | Twitter: OhhFolk_Podcast | Facebook: OhhFolk | ______________________ Credits: * News article citation: Sunday Times, Sri Lanka, 2008 | https://www.sundaytimes.lk/030810/funday/2.html * Original music score (intro, bumpers, primarily show beds): by Abhishek Papan Dutt * Additional audio clips: All additional music beds used in this episode are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (reuse allowed) Music: Ambient Nature Music | Nature by Alex-Productions | https://youtu.be/IgXt4IKMNCIMusic: Funny Quirky Comedy by Redafs.com, Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License" https://youtu.be/8MgA3SUwFHc* All SFX and additional ambiance music pieces - https://freesound.org/ (Please donate and help if you are using their resource)||Producer, host, researcher, writer, editor, promotions, graphics - Shilpa Das Gupta||© 2021 All Rights Reserved to Shilpa Das Gupta |

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 country is a melting pot of Indian, Persian, Afghan, Central Asian, South Asian, and Western Asian influences. The history of this land goes back to the Bronze Age in Indus Valley Civilization. With people from diverse backgrounds, languages, and dialects, Pakistan is much more than what we perceive. Let's try to know Pakistan a little better through this episode of Ohh Folk!  ______________________ Social Media: Instagram: ohhfolk_podcast | Twitter: OhhFolk_Podcast | Facebook: OhhFolk | ______________________ Credits: *Vocals: Srijoni Biswas *Song Credit: Chhaap Tilak Sab Chheeni | Written and composed by: Hazrat Amir Khusro *Original music score (intro, bumpers, primarily show beds): by Abhishek Papan Dutt *Additional audio clips: All additional music beds used in this episode are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (reuse allowed) Music: Rabab Music (No Copyright) | Provided By: No Copyright Music Pakistan | Original Link: https://youtu.be/jlOg8L8-Phk Music: Free Balochi Flute Music | Provided by: No Copyright Music Pakistan | Original link: https://youtu.be/E4_ziJbNMss | Visit channel: https://bit.ly/3KXCHSH || Producer, host, researcher, writer, editor, promotions, graphics - Shilpa Das Gupta || © 2021 All Rights Reserved to Shilpa Das Gupta |

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, Tajikistan!! This age-old Tajik folktale reminds us to value family and the true importance of the people we love. Listen, enjoy and share. ______________________ Social Media: Instagram: ohhfolk_podcast | Twitter: OhhFolk_Podcast | Facebook: OhhFolk | ______________________ Credits: *Original music score (intro, outro, primarily show beds) by Abhishek Papan Dutt | *All SFX and additional ambiance music pieces - https://freesound.org/ (Please donate and help if you are using their resource) | *A version of this story can be found in the book - The Sandalwood box: folk tales from Tadzhikistan (https://archive.org/details/sandalwoodboxfol00balt/page/18/mode/2up) || Producer, host, researcher, writer, editor, promotions, graphics - Shilpa Das Gupta || © 2021 All Rights Reserved to Shilpa Das Gupta |

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 refreshingly stark contrast. Interestingly this folk tale is still alive in Cambodia through a very special place. To know more, tune in to this episode. Happy listening :)!! ______________________ Social Media: Instagram: ohhfolk_podcast | Twitter: OhhFolk_Podcast | Facebook: OhhFolk | ______________________ Credits: *Original music score (intro, outro, primarily show beds) by Abhishek Papan Dutt | *All SFX and additional ambiance music pieces - https://freesound.org/ (Please donate and help if you are using their resource) | *External Audio clip credit - 'traditional khmer music' is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (reuse allowed).Based on a work at https://youtu.be/03BIu0EMH-4 || Producer, host, researcher, writer, editor, promotions, graphics - Shilpa Das Gupta || © 2021 All Rights Reserved to Shilpa Das Gupta |