Ohh Folk!!

Shilpa DasGupta
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Sheer delight of oral storytelling with the enchantment of folktales! That’s Ohh Folk!! for you. This folktale storytelling podcast delves into the world of lesser-known folktales from across the globe to revive these rare stories and keep the oral storytelling tradition alive. Acquainting Gen Alpha to these timeless treasure pieces is another aim as well! Don't miss the BTS look at the nations and tribes from whence the stories have come. Ohh Folk!! presented in a captivating storytelling style transports listeners back to the world of folkdom. © 2021 All Rights Reserved to Shilpa DasGupta.

  1. S02_EP16: Demoness of Teligang Story from Bhutan

    12/19/2025

    S02_EP16: Demoness of Teligang Story from Bhutan

    High in the folds of the Himalayas, lives a mystique 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 |

    32 min
  2. S02_EP15: Seven Suns Story from Mongolia

    08/05/2025

    S02_EP15: Seven Suns Story from Mongolia

    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 |

    28 min
  3. S02_EP14: Man-Eating Demon Story from Nepal

    03/12/2025

    S02_EP14: Man-Eating Demon Story from Nepal

    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 |

    27 min
  4. S02_EP13: Weaving Maiden Story from Timor-Leste

    11/27/2024

    S02_EP13: Weaving Maiden Story from Timor-Leste

    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 |

    31 min
  5. S02_EP12: 40 Girls' Story from Uzbekistan

    05/29/2024

    S02_EP12: 40 Girls' Story from Uzbekistan

    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 |

    28 min
  6. S02_EP11: Lunar Eclipse Story from Bangladesh

    02/22/2024

    S02_EP11: Lunar Eclipse Story from Bangladesh

    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 ‘Basha 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 comes 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 Free Music provided by: Welcome mood Video Link:  https://youtu.be/2sf8m56dMio?si=Uauc7Ye29ZQ0a1UG---- *Song: Village Background Music No Copyright - Village flute music [no copyright] bangla Background Music 2 Music provided by: sad background music Video Link: https://youtu.be/QLNq5VJpdZw?si=ebowzm_eFe12hn6g---- *Song: Village background music no copyright - short film music - flute background music [no copyright] 2 Music provided by: sad background music Video Link: https://youtu.be/pl3KoK2z17c?si=kIuunAMbB2ogbNl0---- *Song: Ami banglai gan gai bengali music instrumental copyright free | Welcome Mood Music provided by: Welcome mood Video Link: https://youtu.be/Lj2Bq25sM58?si=N8OF0kEN7RSFzxUm---- *Song: "Portal" Mysterious Space Background Music No Copyright Music provided by: Gravity Sound Video 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 |

    31 min
  7. S02_EP10: Earthquake Story from Korea

    06/09/2023

    S02_EP10: Earthquake Story from Korea

    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 |

    23 min
  8. S02_EP09: Interview with Storyteller/Author Dr. Csenge Zalka

    04/05/2023

    S02_EP09: Interview with Storyteller/Author Dr. Csenge Zalka

    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, 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 (@TarkabarkaHolgy@ohai.social) ______________________ 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 |

    38 min
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Sheer delight of oral storytelling with the enchantment of folktales! That’s Ohh Folk!! for you. This folktale storytelling podcast delves into the world of lesser-known folktales from across the globe to revive these rare stories and keep the oral storytelling tradition alive. Acquainting Gen Alpha to these timeless treasure pieces is another aim as well! Don't miss the BTS look at the nations and tribes from whence the stories have come. Ohh Folk!! presented in a captivating storytelling style transports listeners back to the world of folkdom. © 2021 All Rights Reserved to Shilpa DasGupta.

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  • Creator
    Shilpa DasGupta
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Shilpa DasGupta
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    Ohh Folk!!