Radio Mango

Just like Vimal sir from ‘Premam’ who said “Java is simple, but powerful”, Indrasenan is of the opinion that friendship is a simple emotion but also so powerful that it cannot be easily explained. From his personal experience, he believes that friendship is life’s driving energy and unexpected friendships are the best because it has different shades to it. He vividly narrates three such unexpected...

Remember ‘In Harihar Nagar’ and similar comedy-caper movies based on friendship? These movies were not just about comedy, but had interesting twists. The story of this podcast is similarly based on a true but funny incident from RJ Pratheesh’s childhood. It is set in the era when Sachin Tendulkar single-handedly ruled the cricket world. Being an ardent cricket fan even in his 7th grade, Pratheesh...

Through a heartwarming story about the strong bond between Charlie and Archie, RJ Arya narrates the friendship between two puppies in this podcast. In spite of having different personalities they became thick friends. This story explains the power of friendship which can even happen between animals. How did they become friends? How did it all begin? How did they create sweet memories with each oth...

Here’s the captivating story of three friends from Ayikkara, a charming coastal area in Kannur. The podcast by RJ Ramesh is based on a true story from thirty years ago, before there was social media or even mobile phones. Back in the 90s, when one could rent bicycles for a nominal rate, the three friends decided to go on an escapade. They set out to watch a movie one night taking a bicycle that be...

RJ Veeru believes that friendship is like traveling. It’s like moving from one destination to another. Some destinations fascinate you, while some don't pique your interest at all. You stay at one place for a while, you move on from some places quickly, while some places tug at your hearts and make you want to visit again. However, Veeru is of the opinion that your first friend is a destinatio...

Little Fella would believe anything that her elders would say, especially her aunt who would tell her tales of fantasy. This podcast by RJ Fella explores the innocence of a child who believed in tall tales and narrates an incident from when she was a kid. This story is about her childhood friend Arun, who was also her neighbour. They went to the same school and studied in the same class. One day,...

We all have friends who we once hesitated to even talk to but cannot live without talking to years later. RJ Jinu narrates an engrossing story from her childhood about her school friends, with whom she created valuable memories she can cherish to this day. Jinu believes that friendship can change any negative vibe into positivity. Her friends were beacons of positivity with whom she could do a lot...

This unique podcast special takes listeners on a journey back in time to that period during the formation of the independent state of Kerala. The third episode focuses on the history of Travancore, the land of palaces and royalty. In this episode listeners will get acquainted to the contributions and influence of C. P. Ramaswami Iyer, who served as Diwan from 1936 to 1947; and the social and admin...

This unique podcast special takes listeners on a journey back in time to that period during the formation of the independent state of Kerala. The second episode focuses on Kochi, the coastal Kerala state which welcomed Arab, Chinese and European merchants. This podcast explains what a ‘Ko-Thi Kallu’ is, how Thiru Kochi was formed and gives listeners a sweet reminiscence of a bygone era. Credits: N...

This unique podcast special takes listeners on a journey back in time to that period during the formation of the independent state of Kerala. The first episode focuses on Malabar, the land of spices where Kerala’s trading history began. How did the land get the name ‘Malabar’? What does the name mean? From the story behind the arrival of Vasco Da Gama to the origin of cricket in the state, this po...

Kerala is famous for its unique culture and traditions. So much so that people come from across the world to study and understand our beautiful heritage and culture. But how much do we, the new generation of Malayalis, know to teach someone about our traditions? Lishna asks a poignant and thought-provoking question, as she takes listeners along with her on a personal two-decade-old throwback. A th...

What comes to your mind when you hear the word ‘Kerala’? Most people would say - Coconut trees. But Radhika begs to differ as she takes listeners on a nostalgic trip where she delves into the soul of Kerala and reveals that it has a deep-rooted attachment with Mango Trees. She picks incidents from her childhood and adulthood where her nostalgia is attached to Mangoes and enlightens listeners about...

There’s no doubt that Malayalis love food so much that the culture and history of the state is entwined with various cuisines that have been introduced to our plates since the state’s inception. But how has the food habits and preferences of Malayalis changed over the years? Haritha tags along listeners on a journey through malayalis’ food habits and love for experimenting with food. From the simp...

A Malayali is like a sponge - No, this isn’t an ancient proverb or a quote from someone famous. This is in fact an insight Veeru realized after an accidental encounter with a stranger during his Dubai days. One evening a European lady came knocking at Veeru’s door. He had never met her before and had no clue why she came asking for a favour. Why then did she come to his house? What did she want fr...

Deeptha grew up on the banks of Aluva puzha (river) and like anyone from Aluva, shares an inseparable bond with the river. During her childhood, she played with other kids on the vast banks of the river. In this podcast, she reminisces about the time when kids would play cricket on the ground near her house and as she grew up witnessed people building houses around the ground until the ground was...

According to statistics, there are currently more than 3.5 million Malayalis living in the Gulf countries alone. The first of these expatriates left Kerala in the early 70’s and toiled day and night for the happiness of their loved ones back home. Even though they faced several adversities they continued bravely and paved the way for the development of the countries that became a home away from ho...

Not many people realize that the famous tagline of a carbonated soft drink is in fact more than just a tagline. It’s a life lesson. The words ‘Darr Ke Aage Jeet Hai’ translates to ‘There is victory ahead of fear!’. From her own experiences over the years, RJ Anjali identified that fear is what stands in the way of many of us achieving our dreams and goals. From her fear for cockroaches that led to...

Kandathil Mammen Mathew, known as K.M. Mathew or Mathukuttichayan was the editor-in-chief of Malayala Manorama. Under his able leadership, many publications such as Vanitha, The Week, Karshakasree, Balarama, Kalikudukka, Magic Pot, the encyclopaedic Manorama Yearbook were published. His autobiography titled Ettamathe Mothiram (The Eighth Ring) was published in 2008. It is replete with memories of...

We have been hearing various stories right from our childhood. As we grow up, the stories around us, the ones we hear and the ones we tell others also change. But our love for stories remains the same. Ever wondered why the majority of the stories we have heard don’t specify the time and place which they take place? Why do most of the stories start with ‘Once upon a time’ or ‘Long long ago, somewh...

RJ Pratheesh shares a simple happy story from his life, a story about how a young man who had no particular aim in life became someone who spreads happiness and joy to thousands of listeners. The story begins years ago when private FMs in Kerala were in their nascent stage and proceeds to the present time. Not only radio, but a lot of things have changed during this time, including what happiness...

RJ Poornima narrates a story that takes listeners back to the 90’s when she was taken to Mumbai (then Bombay) by her parents during the two-month summer vacation. Staying with her uncle & aunt, Poornima was extremely bored during the first couple of weeks until her aunt asked her to go play with the kids in the neighbourhood. She quickly made friends with them and it became something of a rout...

They say life is a race and we’re all trying to win it. Sometimes there are races that teach us valuable lessons in life, and RJ Adarsh takes listeners back to 1996 when he was part of one such race, a literal race which was also the first running race in his life. As a student in the first standard, Adarsh took part in a running race and something unexpected happened when he was all set to reach...

There is no doubt movies have a huge influence on viewers. Of all movies, probably what influences us the most would be road movies and movies based on travelling. Now, most of us would either set out on a trip as soon as we watch a road movie or at least plan a trip with friends or family at the earliest. RJ Veni and friends planned one such trip right after they watched the movie Zindagi Na Mile...

Ever wondered what’s the reason for someone’s happiness? Some people need a huge reason to be happy while some find happiness is small things. Some of these reasons can be so small that others would be like - is this even a reason to be happy about? RJ Delmi narrates one such tale from her life. A happy story about Akkudu - a little kitten that unexpectedly came to her doorstep 4 years ago during...

Sometimes the simplest questions are the hardest to answer. Like for example, if someone asks you “What is the one thing that makes you happiest?”, it wouldn’t be easy to answer. You may have to think for a while and answer accordingly. RJ Arya has a conversation with Samuel Aby, the music director of Asif Ali starrer Kakshi: Amminippilla. She asks him the seemingly simple question: “What is the o...