This episode retells a clever and captivating folk tale about two friends who set out together in search of work. Their paths diverge—one is hired to water a stubbornly dry garden, and the other to rear a troublesome cow. Exhausted from the unexpectedly difficult tasks, they lie to each other about their day. When they switch jobs the next morning, they discover the truth and promise never to lie again.But fate has more twists in store. While investigating why the garden never stays wet, the friends uncover hidden gold—first a coin, then a whole bag. Greed tests their friendship, leading to tricks, suspicion, and a shocking turn when one friend is thought dead. Their misadventures entangle them with thieves in the forest, where fortune—and danger—strike once again.In the end, the two friends learn that greed always leaves “one coin” behind, causing quarrel, chaos, and loss. But reconciliation brings them wisdom—and wealth—at last.This is a lively tale filled with humour, betrayal, unexpected fortune, and moral insight—a perfect listen for fans of traditional folk stories and character-driven adventures.
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446-രണ്ടു കഥകൾ ഞണ്ടിന്റെ കഥയുംമില്ലറുടെ മകനും( How crab became flat) Malayalam
Dive into a delightful chain-reaction folktale where one small accident turns into a wild forest chase! Once upon a time, crabs were round like balls—until one curious crab asked a mouse to fetch him some fruit. A single fallen fruit sets off a hilarious misunderstanding involving angry ants, a frightened pig, a startled bat, a panicked elephant, and a very furious old woman. Blaming each other in a comical trail of confusion, all creatures eventually turn against the poor crab. What happens next explains why crabs look the way they do today!This playful, fast-paced tale is perfect for kids and families who enjoy imaginative origin stories, humor, and lively storytelling.
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445 - ആയും ഓയും -A Malayalam Story
കഠിനാധ്വാനിയായ അബു . അവനെ ഒന്നു പറ്റിക്കാൻ ശ്രമിക്കുന്ന യജമാനൻ... അവരുടെ കഥSet in ancient Kashmir, this heart-warming folktale follows a hardworking yet slightly naïve young Muslim boy who serves a strict master. Though the boy’s loyalty and strength allow him to do the work of three men, he yearns for just one thing — to return home and see his family after a full year of service. But his master, greedy and unkind, refuses to grant him leave.Desperate, the boy keeps pleading until the master sets an impossible task: “Bring me A and O from the market.”Laughed at and confused, the boy wanders from shop to shop — until a wise and compassionate shopkeeper, Haji Sahib, gives him two tightly sealed earthen pots. Armed with these “A and O,” the boy finally outsmarts his master and wins his long-awaited freedom.This podcast retells a lesser-known Kashmiri folktale filled with humour, wisdom, and the triumph of innocence over cruelty — perfect for listeners who enjoy cultural stories, moral lessons, and gentle storytelling.
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444- രത്നാവലി - Ratnavali - Malayalam Stories
പുരാതന സംസ്കൃതനാടകം രത്നാവലി ആസ്പദമാക്കിIn today’s tale from the Sanskrit classic “Retnavali” by King Harsha, we travel to the ancient world of kingdoms, sea voyages, and fateful disguises.Retnavali, the noble princess of Simhala, is betrothed to the distant King Udena. But destiny tests her courage when her ship wrecks in the stormy sea. Rescued by a merchant, she reaches Udena’s kingdom—unrecognized, disguised as a humble maiden named Sagarika.In the palace, fate weaves a web of love, confusion, and destiny. Udena, unaware of her true identity, falls in love with this mysterious girl, while his queen—Retnavali’s own cousin—struggles with jealousy and suspicion.Through moments of romance, revelation, and royal drama, the truth unfolds—revealing Retnavali’s strength, virtue, and destiny as queen.Join me to hear this poetic and powerful story of love, identity, and fate from India’s golden age of Sanskrit drama.
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443 -സുകന്യ -Sukanya-Chyavana Malayalam Stories
In this episode, we journey into the ancient legend of Sukanya, the brave and compassionate princess whose life changed with a single innocent mistake. Near her palace lived Sage Chyavana, so deep in meditation that an anthill formed around his body. While playing in the forest, young Sukanya mistook two glowing eyes within the anthill for fireflies—and accidentally blinded the sage.Her mistake brought misfortune upon the kingdom, and to restore peace, Sukanya boldly chose to marry the old, blind ascetic and live with him in the forest.What follows is a moving tale of duty, purity, temptation, and divine grace. When the radiant Ashwini Devas tried to entice Sukanya, her loyalty remained unshaken. Impressed by her virtue, the celestial twins restored Chyavana’s sight and youth, but only after testing Sukanya’s devotion through a divine trial.This story reveals how inner strength, integrity, and devotion can change destiny itself. Join this episode for a powerful retelling of love, sacrifice, and spiritual reward.
About Story Time with Asha Teacher - Malayalam Stories
"Story Time with Asha Teacher "is the most-heard Malayalam story podcast for all ages, bringing tales to life with vivid narration. Each story is told in a way that lets you dream as you listen, making the experience immersive and magical.
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