Tales, Thoughts and Truths

Episode 14 dives into the story of democracy — from kings and empires to elections, public opinion, and modern politics shaped by social media. This episode is not about political parties. It’s about how ordinary people slowly gained the power to choose who governs them, and why political literacy matters more than ever today. A casual late-night conversation on history, society, elections, and th...

After a short break, this episode marks a return—right where things were left off. From the exhausting heat of Kerala summers to the quiet nostalgia of childhood, this episode reflects on how much life around us has changed over the years. Weather feels different, routines have shifted, and the way we connect, play, and live has evolved. But is it really the world that changed… or just the way we...

We see wars, scandals, and breaking news every day. But are these stories really separate, or are we just missing the connections? In this episode, we explore how headlines shape the way we understand the world—and the dots we often fail to connect.

This episode dives into the strange clarity that visits us late at night — when small distractions turn into big life plans and sleep quietly loses the battle. With humour and honesty, we explore why nights often feel more “ours” than the day, and the quiet thoughts we only dare to hear when the world goes silent.

In this episode, Abhiram talks about books, broken smiles, quiet humour, and why stories that leave gaps often stay with us the longest. A reflection on reading, storytelling, and how the right story at the right time can quietly change us.

In this episode of Tales, Thoughts & Truths, I share a simple story set on a quiet railway platform , no big drama, no heroes, just an ordinary moment that many of us don’t notice until it’s gone. The episode slowly moves from a tale into a thought, and finally into a truth that makes you pause and reflect on how we deal with opportunities, hesitation, and those silent “what ifs” we carry. Lis...

“I’ll start tomorrow.” In this episode of Tales, Thoughts & Truths , Abhiram Ravikumar shares the powerful story of Fauja Singh —a man who began again at an age when the world thought his journey was over. After loss and grief, he didn’t wait for motivation or validation. He started with just 25 steps —and went on to run a marathon at 93. This episode is a gentle reminder that beginnings don’t...

Episode 07: The Art of Unfinished Things We all have them — half-written notes, abandoned projects, forgotten diaries, and dreams still buffering in the background. In this episode of Tales, Thoughts & Truths , Abhiram Ravikumar talks about the quiet beauty of unfinished things — and why they aren’t failures at all. From New Year resolutions that fade too soon, to stories that wait years befor...

This episode has no separate segments of Tales, Thoughts & Truths . It is a heartfelt reflection on the wonderful creative literary genius, Franz Kafka. Dedicated to his life and work, I warmly welcome you all to listen.

This episode is a look back at my 8–10 year writing journey —from getting humiliated for my very first story to slowly finding my voice through imagination, failure, and countless tiny lessons. I share how those early struggles pushed me to observe life differently, why I kept writing even when things didn’t work out, and how all of it eventually led to my first book, A Handful of Beginnings . - h...

This episode is special. I’m taking you back to the night that started my Moon Series — the tiny moment, a random text, and a weird little thought that turned into something meaningful. From late-night chats to conversations with the Moon, this episode explores why the smallest things in life often spark the biggest ideas. We talk about creativity, noticing the world again, Walt Disney’s unbelieva...

I had everything ready; the mic, the notes, the plan. But one unexpected call from a student changed the whole episode. In this week’s story, I talk about my journey as a mentor; how it began, what it taught me, and why “helping others” often helps us grow too. From my first class at 21 to building Contenders, to the truth session about UNO and finding our passion—this one’s close to my heart.

This episode begins with a familiar haze at the mental cloud we call brain fog, and slowly drifts into a story I’ve never shared before: the day I almost gave up on writing. From a moment of harsh criticism to an unexpected push that brought me back, this one’s about how a few words can shape an entire journey. We’ll talk about the power of encouragement, the weight of small comments, and why some...

In this very first episode, I’m introducing you to Tales, Thoughts, and Truths — a space for stories, reflections, and real conversations. I’ll share a bit about who I am, why I started this podcast, and what you can expect from each episode going forward. We’ll also dive into our first "Thought" — how our attention spans are changing in the age of fast content — and I’ll leave you with...