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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.

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* 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

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• Music: 3 Hours Ethnic Music: Beautiful Sapeq String Sounds of Borneo Island (with full rural-urban views) | https://youtu.be/oj5Lw5i4A1I

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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! :)

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* 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

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• Music: Ambient Nature Music | Nature by Alex-Productions | https://youtu.be/IgXt4IKMNCI
• Music: Funny Quirky Comedy by Redafs.com, Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License" https://youtu.be/8MgA3SUwFHc

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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! 

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*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

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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.

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*Original music score (intro, outro, primarily show beds) by Abhishek Papan Dutt |

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*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)

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 :)!!

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*Original music score (intro, outro, primarily show beds) by Abhishek Papan Dutt |

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*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

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 that has transcended the litmus test of time and has an extremely fascinating climax. Hope you enjoy listening!! :)

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*Original music score (intro, outro, primarily show beds) by Abhishek Papan Dutt |

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*A version of this story can be found in the book - Taiwan Folktales: Proverbs, Folk Sayings, and Folktales from Taiwan

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. Food that is beyond just a dish. Food that travels through time. Since the theme of this new season is 'Enchanting Asia', I wanted to pick one such food tale from the corners of the Asian continent. And I had no dearth! I picked up an Asian food that is loved and adored throughout the globe - Sushi!! Besides being one of the top favorites of food lovers, Sushi is a time traveler! It has shaped and reshaped itself as unfolded through pages of history. In the first episode of Season Two, I unravel the fascinating tale of Sushi all the way from Japan.

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*Original music score (intro, outro, primarily show beds) by Abhishek Papan Dutt |

*External Audio clip credit - 'The Art of Nigiri Sushi' is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (reuse allowed).Based on a work at https://youtu.be/Ra3IpeYF4Lo

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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 months and especially over the last two weeks through emails, social media, and direct sources. It's interactive and carries all behind the scene tidbits that you wanted to know. And as a bonus, we have a guest in the show as well. So loads of stuff waiting for you! Do check it out. Happy Listening!! 😊

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*Original music score (intro, outro, primarily show beds) by Abhishek Papan Dutt |

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*Opening and closing song - "Heal The World" by Michael Jackson | Cover (2 verses) by Shilpa and Abhishek

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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. But rarely do we hear stories about mischievous and deceptive faeries. The difference lies not only in the spelling (fairy and faery) or pronunciation but also in the behavior of these mythical characters. In this story, we step into the world of the faeries and know them a little more!! Enjoy another Irish magic. Happy Listening!! 😊

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*Original music score (intro, outro, primarily show beds) by Abhishek Papan Dutt |

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*Opening poem - "The Faeries" by William Allingham |

*The story can also be read at the below websites

https://fairytalez.com/the-fairy-nurse/

https://www.libraryireland.com/LegendaryFictionsIrishCelts/II-7-1.php#n100

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Ireland is a country of gazillion folktales, myths, legends, and fairytales. While many have been handed down across cultures and traveled the world, there's still quite a handful that are unknown to most people. In this episode, I have curated one such very rare ancient Irish folktale and presented it to you!! Not just the tale, there are some fascinating culture stories related to this tale waiting as well. Enjoy this Irish magic. Happy Listening!! 😊

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*Original music score (intro, outro, primarily show beds) by Abhishek Papan Dutt |

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*Opening poem - “The Last Rose Of Summer” by Thomas Moore |

*Book: Beside The Fire, A collection of Irish Gaelic Folktales. Edited by Douglas Hyde

https://www.gutenberg.org/files/60782/60782-h/60782-h.htm

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