The Storied Way Perspective With Rituparna

De: Rituparna Ghosh | Your Story Bag
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  • On The Storied Way Perspective, Rituparna speaks to storytellers, influencers, thought leaders & experts to bring out different perspectives of how to use stories & storytelling in diverse fields. The guests on this show are champions of Storytelling & they are making the world a better place with their unique medium & format of storytelling in their industry. Tune in, to follow Tips, Insights & Stories! The Storied Way Perspective, is developed & designed by Your Story Bag Podcasting Network. Our newest wing that incubates and nurtures emerging storytelling-based podcasts in the air waves.
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  • Ep 19 | Featuring Dr Shweta Verma, Co-Founder - Ginny’s Planet
    Apr 23 2025
    In this episode of The Storied Way Perspective, host Rituparna Ghosh is joined by Dr. Shweta Verma, co-founder of Ginny’s Planet, for a powerful conversation on the role of storytelling, empathy, and inclusion in children’s lives.Together, they explore the journey of Ginny—a doll and lead character designed to help children understand diversity, disability, and acceptance in a fun, relatable way. The conversation delves into how experiential learning, storytelling, and play can create safe, engaging spaces for children to explore complex ideas around identity, difference, and empathy.Dr. Verma shares her insights on the responsibility of adults—parents, educators, and caregivers—in shaping inclusive mindsets early on, and the creative strategies she uses to make conversations about disability and diversityaccessible and joyful.The episode also highlights the challenges of scaling inclusion initiatives, the importance of community collaboration, and how storytellers and organizations can come together to amplify messages of empathy in meaningful ways.Whether you're a parent, educator, or changemaker, this episode offers practical ideas and deep reflections on building a more inclusive world—one story at a time.Takeaways:The story of Ginny illustrates the importance of identity in play.Empathy can be nurtured through storytelling and play.Children are naturally curious and seek to understand differences.Workshops can create safe spaces for discussing diversity.Storytelling can be a powerful tool for social change.Adults play a crucial role in modeling acceptance for children.Experiential learning helps children internalize concepts of diversity.Creating characters with relatable stories fosters connection.Community engagement is essential for promoting inclusion.Collaboration among storytellers can amplify the message of empathy.About Dr Shweta VermaDr. Shweta Verma, co-founder of Ginny’s Planet and the Ginny Ki Duniya Foundation. A passionate social entrepreneur and seasoned social work professional, Shweta brings over 22 years of experience working across mental health, disability rights, gender, and child protection. Through her innovative approach, she’s changing the way we talk to children about diversity, empathy, and inclusion—not with jargon, but with stories, play, art, and imagination.About Ginny’s PlanetThrough Ginny’s Planet, a social enterprise, Shweta and her team design workshops, storybooks, games, and activity zones that engage kids in fun yet powerful experiences. From summer camps at Rashtrapati Bhavan to storybooks being considered for school libraries, Ginny’s world is growing—and so is its impact.Ginny ki Duniya Foundation- is hoping to start a library cum Activity center in Delhi. They are looking for passionate and interested partners for this (for space, running, design, and financial support)Connect with Dr Shweta Verma | LinkedIn | InstagramConnect with Rituparna | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.yourstorybag.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Write to us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@yourstorybag.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Season 1 of ⁠⁠The Storied Way Perspective
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    1 h y 8 m
  • Ep 18 Featuring Kavita Bundelkhandi & Priya Thuvassery, Chambal Media & Khabar Lahariya
    Apr 9 2025

    This conversation explores the transformative power of storytelling in media, particularly focusing on the role of women in rural journalism through Khabar Lahariya, India’s first Rural Media Network. The discussion highlights personal journeys, the importance of amplifying rural voices, and the impact of female journalists on society and future generations. The conversation emphasizes the need for diverse narratives in media and the challenges faced in sustaining feminist media organizations. Join Rituparna, in conversation with Kavita Bundelkhandi & Priya Thuvassery from Chambal Media.

    Listen in, to our first bi-lingual episode!

    Disclaimer: There are a few audio jumps and translation errors in the captions. Listen in to the stories. It’s easy to fill-in the blanks!

    About Chambal Media

    Chambal Media, India’s first Rural Media Network, is dedicated to amplifying the voices of women and marginalized communities in rural India. With a mission to create meaningful media from rural India, Chambal Media blends journalism, storytelling, and technology to challenge mainstream narratives and make local stories visible.

    About the speakers

    Kavita Devi is the CEO of Chambal Media & Co-Founder of Khabar Lahariya. A trailblazing journalist from Banda, she is the first Dalit woman anchor to host her own news show, The Kavita Show. With years of field reporting experience, she continues to report on special stories while leading a team of women journalists. The only Dalit member of the Editor’s Guild of India, Kavita is a TED speaker and a powerful advocate for independent rural journalism.

    Priya Thuvassery is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and Co-CEO of Chambal Media. Her work focuses on gender, community, and environmental narratives, amplifying women’s voices through impactful storytelling. With over 15 years of experience, she has collaborated with leading media houses and directed acclaimed films like Coral Woman and City Girls. A Global Ford Fellow and Canon Cinema EOS Ambassador, Priya continues to push boundaries in independent filmmaking and media leadership.

    Takeaways

    • Storytelling is a powerful currency that can shape society.
    • Khabar Lahariya has empowered women through journalism.
    • Rural voices are crucial for authentic storytelling.
    • Women journalists break stereotypes and redefine narratives.
    • The impact of women in media extends to future generations.
    • Trust and relationships are essential in journalism.
    • Women tell stories differently, bringing compassion and depth.
    • Sustainability in media requires innovative approaches.
    • Collaborative efforts can bridge rural and mainstream media.
    • Empowering women to share their stories is vital for change.

    Connect with Rituparna | ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | Substack

    Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.yourstorybag.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Write to us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@yourstorybag.com⁠⁠⁠

    Season 1 of ⁠The Storied Way Perspective

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    54 m
  • Ep 17 | The Storied Way Perspective featuring Shubha Das & Thankam Kutticat, Storytellers & Podcasters
    Mar 26 2025

    In this episode of The Storied Way Perspective, host Rituparna Ghosh introduces two new podcasters, Shubha Das and Thankam Kuttikat, who share their journeys into storytelling and podcasting. They discuss their backgrounds, the power of listening, and the impact of storytelling on their lives. Both storytellers reveal the essence of their upcoming podcasts, which aim to connect with listeners through personal and cultural narratives. The conversation highlights the importance of storytelling in shaping identities and fostering connections, especially in a podcasting format. The episode concludes with sneak peeks of their stories and reflections on their experiences in a podcasting bootcamp designed by Rituparna Ghosh.

    About Shubha Das | Podcast | Kinkini Cheppu

    From the clatter and clink of the banking industry to the giggles and guffaws of children and children at heart. Shubha's journey spans 17 years across diverse industries. This professional detour evolved into a passion for crafting unique experiences through a vibrant blend of storytelling, movement, music, art, origami, guided imagery and workshop facilitation.

    A proud Malayalee born and raised in Bengaluru, Shubha has always been drawn to the rich storytelling traditions of Kerala. While she specializes in retelling folktales, she also weaves original narratives inspired by the customs and practices deeply rooted in Kerala’s cultural fabric. This love for stories has now taken on a new dimension, evolving into a podcast that brings these narratives to life for a wider audience.

    She considers herself a “story under construction”- always evolving, always discovering, and now, adding ‘podcaster’ to the ever-growing chapters of her storytelling journey.

    About Thankam Kutticat | Podcast | Voyage with Thankam

    Thankam is a Jolly Phonics and Grammar trainer by profession and a Storyteller by passion.

    The name of her podcast is "Voyage With Thankam", where she hopes to continue the journey with her listeners, forever. It's for anyone who prefers listening to stories than reading and also each of you who just cannot find the time to pick up a book and read.

    Connect with Rituparna | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠

    Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.yourstorybag.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Write to us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@yourstorybag.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Season 1 of ⁠⁠The Storied Way Perspective

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    58 m
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