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Albert Aur Uska Jahaz | Writer Keith Waterhouse | Translated in Hindi by Sudha Arora | Narrator Sushil Suman**

Born in 1987 in the village of Dharampur Jarang in Bihar’s Vaishali district, Sushil’s early education began in his hometown before he moved to the historic city of Varanasi. There, he pursued his BA, MA, and Ph.D. in Hindi literature from Banaras Hindu University, residing in the city’s vibrant literary and cultural milieu from 2004 to 2015.
Since 2016, he has been serving as an Assistant Professor in the Hindi Department at Koch Bihar Panchanan Burma University in West Bengal.
Sushil’s fascination with the world of sound traces back to his childhood days, spent listening to BBC’s news broadcasts and Vividh Bharti’s entertainment programs on the radio.
Though traditional radio gradually gave way to digital platforms like YouTube and Spotify in his life, his enduring love for voices and narratives remained constant. Over the years, he has often read his favorite poems among friends, but this marks his first formal foray into storytelling.
We’re thrilled to have him as part of our collective, and we look forward to hearing the textures of his voice and the stories he chooses to share.

Curator: Irfan

Join the Art of Reading:

Do you have a passion for reading literature or narrating captivating prose? Here’s your chance to shine! I’m thrilled to announce a new collaborative series, Art of Reading, on my podcast channel, Listen with Irfan.

If you love bringing stories to life, I’m offering you a platform to showcase your talent.

Record a short story of your choice (maximum 8 minutes) and share it with a community of like-minded narrators and listeners. This is a free, non-commercial initiative to connect aspiring narrators, promote storytelling, and build a creative community. No monetization, just pure love for the art of narration.

How to Participate:

- Choose a short story or piece of prose you’re passionate about.

- Record it with clear audio using a mobile phone or audio recorder. Do not include your name or the story’s title in the recording.

- Background music is optional, but avoid copyrighted tracks to prevent hosting issues.

- Send your recording via email to [email protected] or WhatsApp at +91 9818098790.

Submission Guidelines- -

Submit only MP3 files. - Include:

1. Name

2. Current City

3. Profession

4. Brief bio (max 80 words)

5. Photograph (if requested after review)  

Full credit to the writer and narrator will be given on the Listen with Irfan podcast channel. 

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We respect creative ownership. If you believe this is your work or if appropriate credit hasn’t been given, kindly get in touch at [email protected]

BECOME A PATRON : 

Work on Listen with Irfan takes time, money and hard work to produce. As of now it is being done voluntarily with the family, friends and listeners who came forward for hand holding from its inception.  If you like the Podcasts, admire it, and benefit from its content, please consider awarding us an honorarium to make the future of this Podcast Channel robust and assured.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

यहाँ आपको मिलती हैं वो दुर्लभ आवाज़ें खुद बोलती, गाती और बहस करती। मनोहर श्याम जोशी, कमलेश्वर, कृष्णा सोबती, बी वी कारंत, शमशेर बहादुर सिंह, बलराज साहनी, अज्ञेय, रसूलन बाई, निर्मल वर्मा, मंगलेश डबराल, राजेंद्र यादव, चंद्रकांत देवताले, भवानी प्रसाद मिश्र, इस्मत चुग़ताई, सत्यदेव दुबे, त्रिलोचन, अमरीश पुरी, इब्राहीम अल्क़ाज़ी, मोहन उप्रेती, गोरख पांडेय, नैना देवी, वीरेन डंगवाल, मन्नू भंडारी, भीष्म साहनी, देवकी नंदन पांडे आदि के अलावा अनगिनत भारतीय और विदेशी समकालीन विचारक, कलाकार, लेखक, कवि और सांस्कृतिक लड़ाके। किताबों पर चर्चा के पॉडकास्ट, संगीत, फिल्म रिव्यू और स्ट्रीट रिकॉर्डिंग्स का एकमात्र पॉडकास्ट मंच। 

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Kufr | Written by Pankaj Subeer | Narrated by Sher Tookhi**

Sher Tookhi, originally from Afghanistan and a Virginia resident for over four decades, Sher is a remarkable individual whose love for storytelling transcends language, geography, and time.

A warm and inspiring person, as well as a valued friend on Facebook, Sher resides in the U.S. while maintaining a deep connection to the literary and cinematic heritage of South Asia. His vibrant presence enriches our Read Aloud Collective, and we’re delighted to feature his voice today.

For this episode, Sher has selected ‘Kufr’, a moving short story by Pankaj Subeer, translated into Urdu by Zeba Alvi and first published in 2012 in Karachi’s Aaj magazine (Special Hindi Kahaniyan Issue).

Sher Tookhi is more than a reader — he’s a passionate storyteller who connects cultures, eras, and emotions. It’s a privilege to have him join our collective for this special episode.

Curator: Irfan

Join the Art of Reading:

Share Your Story on Listen with Irfan

Do you have a passion for reading literature or narrating captivating prose? Here’s your chance to shine! I’m thrilled to announce a new collaborative series, Art of Reading, on my podcast channel, Listen with Irfan.

If you love bringing stories to life, I’m offering you a platform to showcase your talent.

Record a short story of your choice (maximum 8 minutes) and share it with a community of like-minded narrators and listeners. This is a free, non-commercial initiative to connect aspiring narrators, promote storytelling, and build a creative community. No monetization, just pure love for the art of narration.

How to Participate:

- Choose a short story or piece of prose you’re passionate about.

- Record it with clear audio using a mobile phone or audio recorder. Do not include your name or the story’s title in the recording.

- Background music is optional, but avoid copyrighted tracks to prevent hosting issues.

- Send your recording via email to [email protected] or WhatsApp at +91 9818098790.

Submission Guidelines- -

Submit only MP3 files. - Include:

1. Name

2. Current City

3. Profession

4. Brief bio (max 80 words)

5. Photograph (if requested after review)  

Full credit to the writer and narrator will be given on the Listen with Irfan podcast channel. 

Join us to share your voice, connect with an audience, and celebrate the art of storytelling!

Let’s create something beautiful together!

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We respect creative ownership. If you believe this is your work or if appropriate credit hasn’t been given, kindly get in touch at [email protected]

BECOME A PATRON : 

Work on Listen with Irfan takes time, money and hard work to produce. As of now it is being done voluntarily with the family, friends and listeners who came forward for hand holding from its inception.  If you like the Podcasts, admire it, and benefit from its content, please consider awarding us an honorarium to make the future of this Podcast Channel robust and assured.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

यहाँ आपको मिलती हैं वो दुर्लभ आवाज़ें खुद बोलती, गाती और बहस करती। मनोहर श्याम जोशी, कमलेश्वर, कृष्णा सोबती, बी वी कारंत, शमशेर बहादुर सिंह, बलराज साहनी, अज्ञेय, रसूलन बाई, निर्मल वर्मा, मंगलेश डबराल, राजेंद्र यादव, चंद्रकांत देवताले, भवानी प्रसाद मिश्र, इस्मत चुग़ताई, सत्यदेव दुबे, त्रिलोचन, अमरीश पुरी, इब्राहीम अल्क़ाज़ी, मोहन उप्रेती, गोरख पांडेय, नैना देवी, वीरेन डंगवाल, मन्नू भंडारी, भीष्म साहनी, देवकी नंदन पांडे आदि के अलावा अनगिनत भारतीय और विदेशी समकालीन विचारक, कलाकार, लेखक, कवि और सांस्कृतिक लड़ाके। किताबों पर चर्चा के पॉडकास्ट, संगीत, फिल्म रिव्यू और स्ट्रीट रिकॉर्डिंग्स का एकमात्र पॉडकास्ट मंच। 

Details to support this Podcast Channel i.e. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen with Irfan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ :-

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Ek Gau Bhakt Se Bhent | Writer Harishankar Parsai | Narrator Manoj Payal **

Born in a village in Uttarakhand and having completed his schooling and college from Haridwar, Manoj comes with a thoughtful, grounded voice and a deep love for the written word. After working in the IT industry, he now works as a freelancer and devotes much of his time to reading and writing. Manoj enjoys exploring books on a wide range of subjects, especially non-fiction, and runs his own book blog, Books, Poetry and More, where he regularly shares insightful reviews. He also nurtures the dream of writing a book someday - and we’re sure he’s well on his way!

Curator: Irfan

Join the Art of Reading:

Share Your Story on Listen with Irfan

Do you have a passion for reading literature or narrating captivating prose? Here’s your chance to shine! I’m thrilled to announce a new collaborative series, Art of Reading, on my podcast channel, Listen with Irfan.

If you love bringing stories to life, I’m offering you a platform to showcase your talent.

Record a short story of your choice (maximum 8 minutes) and share it with a community of like-minded narrators and listeners. This is a free, non-commercial initiative to connect aspiring narrators, promote storytelling, and build a creative community. No monetization, just pure love for the art of narration.

How to Participate:

- Choose a short story or piece of prose you’re passionate about.

- Record it with clear audio using a mobile phone or audio recorder. Do not include your name or the story’s title in the recording.

- Background music is optional, but avoid copyrighted tracks to prevent hosting issues.

- Send your recording via email to [email protected] or WhatsApp at +91 9818098790.

Full credit to the writer and narrator will be given on the Listen with Irfan podcast channel. 

Join us to share your voice, connect with an audience, and celebrate the art of storytelling!

Let’s create something beautiful together!

We respect creative ownership. If you believe this is your work or if appropriate credit hasn’t been given, kindly get in touch at [email protected]

BECOME A PATRON : 

Work on Listen with Irfan takes time, money and hard work to produce. As of now it is being done voluntarily with the family, friends and listeners who came forward for hand holding from its inception.  If you like the Podcasts, admire it, and benefit from its content, please consider awarding us an honorarium to make the future of this Podcast Channel robust and assured.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

यहाँ आपको मिलती हैं वो दुर्लभ आवाज़ें खुद बोलती, गाती और बहस करती। मनोहर श्याम जोशी, कमलेश्वर, कृष्णा सोबती, बी वी कारंत, शमशेर बहादुर सिंह, बलराज साहनी, अज्ञेय, रसूलन बाई, निर्मल वर्मा, मंगलेश डबराल, राजेंद्र यादव, चंद्रकांत देवताले, भवानी प्रसाद मिश्र, इस्मत चुग़ताई, सत्यदेव दुबे, त्रिलोचन, अमरीश पुरी, इब्राहीम अल्क़ाज़ी, मोहन उप्रेती, गोरख पांडेय, नैना देवी, वीरेन डंगवाल, मन्नू भंडारी, भीष्म साहनी, देवकी नंदन पांडे आदि के अलावा अनगिनत भारतीय और विदेशी समकालीन विचारक, कलाकार, लेखक, कवि और सांस्कृतिक लड़ाके। किताबों पर चर्चा के पॉडकास्ट, संगीत, फिल्म रिव्यू और स्ट्रीट रिकॉर्डिंग्स का एकमात्र पॉडकास्ट मंच। 

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Sabaq Jo Zindagi Ne Sikhaya | Writer - Anil Sharma | Narrator- Ruchi Agarwal ***

Ruchi Agarwal is a voice artist currently based in Bihar. Born and raised in Uttar Pradesh, she is passionate about bringing stories to life through her voice. Ruchi creates engaging audio experiences that transport listeners to new worlds. We welcome Ruchi Agarwal to our Read Aloud Collective at Listen with Irfan. You can also be a part of this collective if you have a passion for reading text in your own way. It’s free, with no intent to monetize or create any competition between participants.

Curator: Irfan

Join the Art of Reading:

Share Your Story on Listen with Irfan

Do you have a passion for reading literature or narrating captivating prose? Here’s your chance to shine! I’m thrilled to announce a new collaborative series, Art of Reading, on my podcast channel, Listen with Irfan.

If you love bringing stories to life, I’m offering you a platform to showcase your talent.

Record a short story of your choice (maximum 8 minutes) and share it with a community of like-minded narrators and listeners. This is a free, non-commercial initiative to connect aspiring narrators, promote storytelling, and build a creative community. No monetization, just pure love for the art of narration.

How to Participate:

- Choose a short story or piece of prose you’re passionate about.

- Record it with clear audio using a mobile phone or audio recorder. Do not include your name or the story’s title in the recording.

- Background music is optional, but avoid copyrighted tracks to prevent hosting issues.

- Send your recording via email to ⁠[email protected]⁠ or WhatsApp at +91 9818098790.

Submission Guidelines- -

Submit only MP3 files. - Include:

1. Name

2. Current City

3. Profession

4. Brief bio (max 80 words)

5. Photograph (if requested after review)

Full credit to the writer and narrator will be given on the Listen with Irfan podcast channel. 

Join us to share your voice, connect with an audience, and celebrate the art of storytelling!

Let’s create something beautiful together!

Cover: Irfan

We respect creative ownership. If you believe this is your work or if appropriate credit hasn’t been given, kindly get in touch at ⁠[email protected]⁠

BECOME A PATRON : 

Work on Listen with Irfan takes time, money and hard work to produce. As of now it is being done voluntarily with the family, friends and listeners who came forward for hand holding from its inception.  If you like the Podcasts, admire it, and benefit from its content, please consider awarding us an honorarium to make the future of this Podcast Channel robust and assured.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

यहाँ आपको मिलती हैं वो दुर्लभ आवाज़ें खुद बोलती, गाती और बहस करती। मनोहर श्याम जोशी, कमलेश्वर, कृष्णा सोबती, बी वी कारंत, शमशेर बहादुर सिंह, बलराज साहनी, अज्ञेय, रसूलन बाई, निर्मल वर्मा, मंगलेश डबराल, राजेंद्र यादव, चंद्रकांत देवताले, भवानी प्रसाद मिश्र, इस्मत चुग़ताई, सत्यदेव दुबे, त्रिलोचन, अमरीश पुरी, इब्राहीम अल्क़ाज़ी, मोहन उप्रेती, गोरख पांडेय, नैना देवी, वीरेन डंगवाल, मन्नू भंडारी, भीष्म साहनी, देवकी नंदन पांडे आदि के अलावा अनगिनत भारतीय और विदेशी समकालीन विचारक, कलाकार, लेखक, कवि और सांस्कृतिक लड़ाके। किताबों पर चर्चा के पॉडकास्ट, संगीत, फिल्म रिव्यू और स्ट्रीट रिकॉर्डिंग्स का एकमात्र पॉडकास्ट मंच। 

Details to support this Podcast Channel i.e. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen with Irfan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ :-

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Margosiro Maso Ro Manobosa Gurubaro | Written and Narrated by Waadee**
Wadee Waadee Krax Seagull is a multidisciplinary artist based in New Delhi, India, working across film, music, photography, writing, and visual art. His creative world is rooted in intuition, memory, and quiet observation. As a filmmaker, he constantly questions industry norms and seeks new visual and narrative languages. He calls his artistic journey Kinema - a revival of the original word for motion pictures, and a personal mission to reimagine cinema as a space of freedom, experimentation, and authentic connection with audiences.
To all aspirant narrators out there - if you have a voice, a story, or a love for words, come be part of our growing Read Aloud Collective at Listen with Irfan. We’d love to have you!

Curator: Irfan

Join the Art of Reading:

Share Your Story on Listen with Irfan

Do you have a passion for reading literature or narrating captivating prose? Here’s your chance to shine! I’m thrilled to announce a new collaborative series, Art of Reading, on my podcast channel, Listen with Irfan.

If you love bringing stories to life, I’m offering you a platform to showcase your talent.

Record a short story of your choice (maximum 8 minutes) and share it with a community of like-minded narrators and listeners. This is a free, non-commercial initiative to connect aspiring narrators, promote storytelling, and build a creative community. No monetization, just pure love for the art of narration.

How to Participate:

- Choose a short story or piece of prose you’re passionate about.

- Record it with clear audio using a mobile phone or audio recorder. Do not include your name or the story’s title in the recording.

- Background music is optional, but avoid copyrighted tracks to prevent hosting issues.

- Send your recording via email to [email protected] or WhatsApp at +91 9818098790.

Submission Guidelines- -

Submit only MP3 files. - Include:

1. Name

2. Current City

3. Profession

4. Brief bio (max 80 words)

5. Photograph (if requested after review)

Full credit to the writer and narrator will be given on the Listen with Irfan podcast channel. 

Join us to share your voice, connect with an audience, and celebrate the art of storytelling!

Let’s create something beautiful together!

Cover: Irfan

We respect creative ownership. If you believe this is your work or if appropriate credit hasn’t been given, kindly get in touch at [email protected]

BECOME A PATRON : 

Work on Listen with Irfan takes time, money and hard work to produce. As of now it is being done voluntarily with the family, friends and listeners who came forward for hand holding from its inception.  If you like the Podcasts, admire it, and benefit from its content, please consider awarding us an honorarium to make the future of this Podcast Channel robust and assured.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

यहाँ आपको मिलती हैं वो दुर्लभ आवाज़ें खुद बोलती, गाती और बहस करती। मनोहर श्याम जोशी, कमलेश्वर, कृष्णा सोबती, बी वी कारंत, शमशेर बहादुर सिंह, बलराज साहनी, अज्ञेय, रसूलन बाई, निर्मल वर्मा, मंगलेश डबराल, राजेंद्र यादव, चंद्रकांत देवताले, भवानी प्रसाद मिश्र, इस्मत चुग़ताई, सत्यदेव दुबे, त्रिलोचन, अमरीश पुरी, इब्राहीम अल्क़ाज़ी, मोहन उप्रेती, गोरख पांडेय, नैना देवी, वीरेन डंगवाल, मन्नू भंडारी, भीष्म साहनी, देवकी नंदन पांडे आदि के अलावा अनगिनत भारतीय और विदेशी समकालीन विचारक, कलाकार, लेखक, कवि और सांस्कृतिक लड़ाके। किताबों पर चर्चा के पॉडकास्ट, संगीत, फिल्म रिव्यू और स्ट्रीट रिकॉर्डिंग्स का एकमात्र पॉडकास्ट मंच। 

Details to support this Podcast Channel i.e. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen with Irfan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ :-

Bank Name: State Bank Of India

Name: SYED MOHD IRFAN

Account No:32188719331

Branch: State Bank of India, Vaishali Sec 4, Ghaziabad

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Story - Fursat 
Written and Narrated by Jyotika Badyal 

Jyotika Badyal was born in Jammu, but thanks to her father’s army background, she spent her childhood moving across various states of India, gathering stories, experiences, and voices from different corners of the country.

Her creative journey began early, with a natural flair for writing and storytelling that found expression in middle school.

Professionally, Jyotika stepped into the world of performing arts in 2007 as an administrator with Anupam Kher’s Actor Prepares. From 2012 to 2020, she made her mark as a Casting Director in the Punjabi Film Industry, curating talent and shaping narratives from behind the scenes.

Now based in Texas, USA, Jyotika continues to nurture her love for stories.

Curator: Irfan

Join the Art of Reading:

Share Your Story on Listen with Irfan

Do you have a passion for reading literature or narrating captivating prose? Here’s your chance to shine! I’m thrilled to announce a new collaborative series, Art of Reading, on my podcast channel, Listen with Irfan.

If you love bringing stories to life, I’m offering you a platform to showcase your talent.

Record a short story of your choice (maximum 8 minutes) and share it with a community of like-minded narrators and listeners. This is a free, non-commercial initiative to connect aspiring narrators, promote storytelling, and build a creative community. No monetization, just pure love for the art of narration.

How to Participate:

- Choose a short story or piece of prose you’re passionate about.

- Record it with clear audio using a mobile phone or audio recorder. Do not include your name or the story’s title in the recording.

- Background music is optional, but avoid copyrighted tracks to prevent hosting issues.

- Send your recording via email to [email protected] or WhatsApp at +91 9818098790.

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2. Current City

3. Profession

4. Brief bio (max 80 words)

5. Photograph (if requested after review)

Full credit to the writer and narrator will be given on the Listen with Irfan podcast channel. Take inspiration from the sample recording by narrator Munish (attached).

Join us to share your voice, connect with an audience, and celebrate the art of storytelling!

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Work on Listen with Irfan takes time, money and hard work to produce. As of now it is being done voluntarily with the family, friends and listeners who came forward for hand holding from its inception.  If you like the Podcasts, admire it, and benefit from its content, please consider awarding us an honorarium to make the future of this Podcast Channel robust and assured.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

यहाँ आपको मिलती हैं वो दुर्लभ आवाज़ें खुद बोलती, गाती और बहस करती। मनोहर श्याम जोशी, कमलेश्वर, कृष्णा सोबती, बी वी कारंत, शमशेर बहादुर सिंह, बलराज साहनी, अज्ञेय, रसूलन बाई, निर्मल वर्मा, मंगलेश डबराल, राजेंद्र यादव, चंद्रकांत देवताले, भवानी प्रसाद मिश्र, इस्मत चुग़ताई, सत्यदेव दुबे, त्रिलोचन, अमरीश पुरी, इब्राहीम अल्क़ाज़ी, मोहन उप्रेती, गोरख पांडेय, नैना देवी, वीरेन डंगवाल, मन्नू भंडारी, भीष्म साहनी, देवकी नंदन पांडे आदि के अलावा अनगिनत भारतीय और विदेशी समकालीन विचारक, कलाकार, लेखक, कवि और सांस्कृतिक लड़ाके। किताबों पर चर्चा के पॉडकास्ट, संगीत, फिल्म रिव्यू और स्ट्रीट रिकॉर्डिंग्स का एकमात्र पॉडकास्ट मंच। 

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Excerpts from Fasana e Azad by Pt Ratan Nath Sarshar

Narrator: Raman Kumar Sagwal

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We are thrilled to continue our Read Aloud Collective on Listen with Irfan, featuring a unique narration of the 19th-century Urdu novel Fasana-e-Azad by Ratan Nath Sarshar. This captivating performance is brought to life by Raman Kumar Sagwal, an officer at Income Tax Department from Panipat and a passionate reader of classical Urdu-Persian literature. Raman believes that timeless texts like Fasana-e-Azad are literary treasures, yet sadly, few recordings of such works exist. Fasana-e-Azad (The Adventures of Azad), serialized in Avadh Akhbar from 1878 to 1883 and later published in four volumes by the Nawal Kishore Press, follows the wandering protagonist Azad and his companion Khoji. Their journey takes them from the vibrant streets of late-nineteenth-century Lucknow to the battlefields of the Russo-Turkish War (1877–1878) in Constantinople and Russia.

We are deeply grateful for narrators like Raman Sagwal, whose proactive and generous contributions enrich our collective. As previously mentioned, our initiative is neither competitive nor profit-driven. It is a repertoire of self-motivated narrators who cherish India’s treasured literary traditions and celebrate the beauty and diversity of reading aloud.

If this resonates with you, we warmly invite you to join us!

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Join the Art of Reading:

Share Your Story on Listen with Irfan

Do you have a passion for reading literature or narrating captivating prose? Here’s your chance to shine! I’m thrilled to announce a new collaborative series, Art of Reading, on my podcast channel, Listen with Irfan.

If you love bringing stories to life, I’m offering you a platform to showcase your talent.

Record a short story of your choice (maximum 8 minutes) and share it with a community of like-minded narrators and listeners. This is a free, non-commercial initiative to connect aspiring narrators, promote storytelling, and build a creative community. No monetization, just pure love for the art of narration.

How to Participate:

- Choose a short story or piece of prose you’re passionate about.

- Record it with clear audio using a mobile phone or audio recorder. Do not include your name or the story’s title in the recording.

- Background music is optional, but avoid copyrighted tracks to prevent hosting issues.

- Send your recording via email to [email protected] 

Full credit to the writer and narrator will be given on the Listen with Irfan podcast channel. Take inspiration from the sample recording by narrator Munish (attached).

Join us to share your voice, connect with an audience, and celebrate the art of storytelling!

Let’s create something beautiful together!

BECOME A PATRON : 

Work on Listen with Irfan takes time, money and hard work to produce. As of now it is being done voluntarily with the family, friends and listeners who came forward for hand holding from its inception.  If you like the Podcasts, admire it, and benefit from its content, please consider awarding us an honorarium to make the future of this Podcast Channel robust and assured.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

यहाँ आपको मिलती हैं वो दुर्लभ आवाज़ें खुद बोलती, गाती और बहस करती। मनोहर श्याम जोशी, कमलेश्वर, कृष्णा सोबती, बी वी कारंत, शमशेर बहादुर सिंह, बलराज साहनी, अज्ञेय, रसूलन बाई, निर्मल वर्मा, मंगलेश डबराल, राजेंद्र यादव, चंद्रकांत देवताले, भवानी प्रसाद मिश्र, इस्मत चुग़ताई, सत्यदेव दुबे, त्रिलोचन, अमरीश पुरी, इब्राहीम अल्क़ाज़ी, मोहन उप्रेती, गोरख पांडेय, नैना देवी, वीरेन डंगवाल, मन्नू भंडारी, भीष्म साहनी, देवकी नंदन पांडे आदि के अलावा अनगिनत भारतीय और विदेशी समकालीन विचारक, कलाकार, लेखक, कवि और सांस्कृतिक लड़ाके। किताबों पर चर्चा के पॉडकास्ट, संगीत, फिल्म रिव्यू और स्ट्रीट रिकॉर्डिंग्स का एकमात्र पॉडकास्ट मंच। 

Details to support this Podcast Channel

Bank Name: State Bank Of India

Name: SYED MOHD IRFAN

Account No:32188719331

Branch: State Bank of India, Vaishali Sec 4, Ghaziabad

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Dajyu a highly celebrated short story by Shekhar Joshi
Narrated by Shivam Sharma
Born in 1988 in Nanpara, a quaint town on the Uttar Pradesh–Nepal border, Shivam Sharma has traversed an inspiring journey across cities, professions, and creative pursuits. After completing his engineering degree, his passion for storytelling and visual narratives led him to the prestigious Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) in Pune, where he pursued a course in TV Direction.

Now based in Pune, he professionally works in the software industry while actively nurturing his creative side. A proud collaborator of the Read Aloud Collective, he believes in the power of spoken word and shared stories. He also runs a thoughtfully curated YouTube channel titled ‘The Mansarovar Project’, where he brings alive the beauty of Hindi poetry and stories, offering listeners a space to reconnect with language, literature, and emotion.

Rooted in literature and driven by curiosity, he continues to explore new voices, both around him and within himself.

Curator: Irfan

Join the Art of Reading:

Share Your Story on Listen with Irfan

Do you have a passion for reading literature or narrating captivating prose? Here’s your chance to shine! I’m thrilled to announce a new collaborative series, Art of Reading, on my podcast channel, Listen with Irfan.

If you love bringing stories to life, I’m offering you a platform to showcase your talent.

Record a short story of your choice (maximum 8 minutes) and share it with a community of like-minded narrators and listeners. This is a free, non-commercial initiative to connect aspiring narrators, promote storytelling, and build a creative community. No monetization, just pure love for the art of narration.

How to Participate:

- Choose a short story or piece of prose you’re passionate about.

- Record it with clear audio using a mobile phone or audio recorder. Do not include your name or the story’s title in the recording.

- Background music is optional, but avoid copyrighted tracks to prevent hosting issues.

- Send your recording via email to [email protected] or WhatsApp at +91 9818098790.

Full credit to the writer and narrator will be given on the Listen with Irfan podcast channel. Take inspiration from the sample recording by narrator Munish (attached).

Join us to share your voice, connect with an audience, and celebrate the art of storytelling!

Let’s create something beautiful together!

Cover: Irfan

We respect creative ownership. If you believe this is your work or if appropriate credit hasn’t been given, kindly get in touch at [email protected]

BECOME A PATRON : 

Work on Listen with Irfan takes time, money and hard work to produce. As of now it is being done voluntarily with the family, friends and listeners who came forward for hand holding from its inception.  If you like the Podcasts, admire it, and benefit from its content, please consider awarding us an honorarium to make the future of this Podcast Channel robust and assured.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

यहाँ आपको मिलती हैं वो दुर्लभ आवाज़ें खुद बोलती, गाती और बहस करती। मनोहर श्याम जोशी, कमलेश्वर, कृष्णा सोबती, बी वी कारंत, शमशेर बहादुर सिंह, बलराज साहनी, अज्ञेय, रसूलन बाई, निर्मल वर्मा, मंगलेश डबराल, राजेंद्र यादव, चंद्रकांत देवताले, भवानी प्रसाद मिश्र, इस्मत चुग़ताई, सत्यदेव दुबे, त्रिलोचन, अमरीश पुरी, इब्राहीम अल्क़ाज़ी, मोहन उप्रेती, गोरख पांडेय, नैना देवी, वीरेन डंगवाल, मन्नू भंडारी, भीष्म साहनी, देवकी नंदन पांडे आदि के अलावा अनगिनत भारतीय और विदेशी समकालीन विचारक, कलाकार, लेखक, कवि और सांस्कृतिक लड़ाके। किताबों पर चर्चा के पॉडकास्ट, संगीत, फिल्म रिव्यू और स्ट्रीट रिकॉर्डिंग्स का एकमात्र पॉडकास्ट मंच। 

Details to support this Podcast Channel i.e. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen with Irfan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ :-

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Name: SYED MOHD IRFAN

Account No:32188719331

Branch: State Bank of India, Vaishali Sec 4, Ghaziabad

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Recorded in Mumbai, 2018

BECOME A PATRON : 

Work on Listen with Irfan takes time, money and hard work to produce. As of now it is being done voluntarily with the family, friends and listeners who came forward for hand holding from its inception.  If you like the Podcasts, admire it, and benefit from its content, please consider awarding us an honorarium to make the future of this Podcast Channel robust and assured.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

यहाँ आपको मिलती हैं वो दुर्लभ आवाज़ें खुद बोलती, गाती और बहस करती। मनोहर श्याम जोशी, कमलेश्वर, कृष्णा सोबती, बी वी कारंत, शमशेर बहादुर सिंह, बलराज साहनी, अज्ञेय, रसूलन बाई, निर्मल वर्मा, मंगलेश डबराल, राजेंद्र यादव, चंद्रकांत देवताले, भवानी प्रसाद मिश्र, इस्मत चुग़ताई, सत्यदेव दुबे, त्रिलोचन, अमरीश पुरी, इब्राहीम अल्क़ाज़ी, मोहन उप्रेती, गोरख पांडेय, नैना देवी, वीरेन डंगवाल, मन्नू भंडारी, भीष्म साहनी, देवकी नंदन पांडे आदि के अलावा अनगिनत भारतीय और विदेशी समकालीन विचारक, कलाकार, लेखक, कवि और सांस्कृतिक लड़ाके। किताबों पर चर्चा के पॉडकास्ट, संगीत, फिल्म रिव्यू और स्ट्रीट रिकॉर्डिंग्स का एकमात्र पॉडकास्ट मंच। 

Details to support this Podcast Channel i.e. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Listen with Irfan⁠⁠⁠⁠ :-

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Name: SYED MOHD IRFAN

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IFSC–SBIN0013238

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Reproduction of a script wrote for a live FM Radio Show in 2006

Research Courtesy Various Open Sources on internet and Publications.

Text/Voice/Music Selection/Curation, Cover and Production: Irfan

Featured songs excerpts

1. Meri jaan meri jaan / Yehudi
2. Duniya karey sawal/ Bahu Begum
3. Aey ri jaaney na dungi/Chitralekha
4. Bachpan ki mohabbat ko/Baiju Bawra/Shakil Badayuni/Naushad/Lata
5. Mohey bhool gaye sanwariya/Baiju Bawra/Shakil Baday/Naushad/Lata
6. Koi door se awaaz de/Sahib Biwi aur Ghulam/Shakil/Hemant/Lata
7. Dil jo na kah saka/Bheegi Rat/Majrooh/Roshan/Lata
8. Piya aiso jiya/Sahib Biwi aur Ghulam/Shakil/Hemant/Geeta
9. Ruk ja raat/Dil Ek Mandir/Shailendra/SJ/Lata
10. Wo jo milte the/Akeli Mat Jaiyo/Majrooh/Madan Mohan/Lata
11. Naghma o sher ki/Ghazal/Sahir / Madan Mohan/Lata
12. Koi hota jisko apna/Mere Apne/Gulzar/Salil Chowdhary/Kishore
13. Poochhte ho to suno/Non Film/Meena Kumari/Khayyam/Meena Kuma
14. Mausam hai ashiqana/Pakeeza/Kamal Amrohi/Ghulam Mohamd/Lata
15. Dil apna aur preet parai/DilApnaAurPreetParai/Shailendra/SJ/Lata
16. Jyoti kalash /Bhabhi Ki Chudiyan/Pt Narendra Sharma/Jaidev/Lata