In this inspiring conversation with internationally acclaimed storytelling expert and educator Geeta Ramanujam, we explore the transformative power of stories in education, parenting and human connection.

Geeta shares her remarkable 40-plus-year journey from her early days in a Bombay chawl to becoming a global storytelling champion — having trained teachers and professionals across many countries.

As you tune in to the conversation, you will discover why storytelling is the antidote to screen addiction, how to build genuine connections with your children, and why AI can never replace the human voice.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How stories create lasting connections with the mind vs the rapidly evolving digital media

Why human presence and voice modulation matter more than just content

Why parenting requires consistency, genuine interest and quality time being spent with the child

How grandparents can learn to adapt and focus on connection rather than control

Why education should be holistic, not just academically oriented

Listening is a lost skill that can be relearned

How flexibility and letting go of your ego can unlock infinite possibilities

About Geeta RamanujamGeeta Ramanujam is the pioneer of the storytelling movement in India.A global ambassador of the craft, she has performed and trained practitioners in over 48 countries.She has been a teacher, librarian and coordinator of projects and programs related to arts in education in The Valley School, Sri Aurobindo Memorial Schools.She has also been the recipient of numerous honours, including the prestigious BoCaDeu Award for Best Storyteller (in Brazil) and the Ashoka FellowshipConnect with Geeta RamanujamWebsite: https://www.kathalaya.orgInstagram: @kathalayastoryhouseLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geeta-ramanujam-97a22048YouTube: @kathalaya1998