Bedtime Tales - SYOK Podcast [ENG]

A young sailor named Arjun dreams of discovering hidden treasure beneath the sea. But when he shows kindness to a mysterious glowing fish trapped in his net, he’s rewarded with a magical friendship that guides him through a dangerous storm and toward an unforgettable discovery. A calming bedtime tale about kindness, courage, and the treasures we find when we help others.

When a drought threatens his village, a young boy named Haru meets a gentle dragon who guards the rain. Together, they guide the lost clouds back home proving that even the smallest voice can make a big difference.

a small lantern hanging outside a quiet village home. Every night, it lights the way for travellers… but deep down, it wonders what lies beyond the hills. When the wind grants it a chance to fly, the lantern finally sees the world it dreamed of only to discover that its true purpose was never far away.

In a quiet Malaysian town, a boy named Amir discovers something strange—the stars are slowly fading. When a gentle voice calls upon him, he transforms into Bintang Boy, a quiet guardian of the night.

When strange things start disappearing in a quiet village, fear spreads about a fox spirit in the forest. But one curious girl, Hana, chooses to listen instead of fear and uncovers a truth no one expected.

Deep in the jungle, where shadows grow long and fireflies glow, Sang Kancil encounters a fierce Harimau. Faced with danger, he uses his clever mind to turn the situation around in an unexpected way.

On the night before Hari Raya, Danial discovers a magical pelita that takes him on a journey through time—into the past and the future. Along the way, he learns the true meaning of Raya: gratitude for what we have, generosity towards others, and kindness that shines across every generation.

A curious boy named Si Tanggang discovers a mysterious glowing map that leads him into the open sea. As the waves carry him to a hidden island, Tanggang must face a powerful test from the ocean itself — learning that true greatness comes not from adventure alone, but from humility, honesty, and remembering the people who love us.

Journey into the heart of the Malaysian jungle, where a tiny but clever mouse deer named Sang Kancil faces a river full of hungry crocodiles. Small in size but big in ideas, Sang Kancil must use his quick thinking to cross safely proving that bravery isn’t about strength, but about staying calm and clever.

Would Dewi Sri discover the danger before the rice was destroyed?

A gentle rice goddess descends to Earth to bring food and balance to the people—but when her time is up, what legacy will she leave behind?

Will Marcos stop the magic in time—or will the sea take its own revenge?

A magical grinder that can make anything gets lost at sea—and just keeps grinding salt.

Could a small turtle truly win a race against a powerful horse?

When a talking turtle is captured and brought before the king, he uses his cleverness to escape a boiling pot—by pretending to fear water most of all.

But will the Twelve Months help her again—and what will happen if they don’t?

When a kind girl meets the Twelve Months around a magical fire, the seasons begin to shift just for her. But what happens when her jealous sister goes searching for the same magic?

Which is the real world—the one he left behind, or the one he’s flying through now?

Zhuangzi dreams he’s a butterfly—and wakes wondering if he’s ever been a man at all. But when one of his students has the same dream, what is real, and what is not?

Will Mirembe be discovered—or will the baobab keep her safe?

When a brave girl flees an unwanted marriage, a mighty baobab tree offers her shelter. But how long can she hide before the outside world comes searching?

Would the sword accept him as its hero—or would he fail like his brothers?

Three brothers seek a legendary sword, but only one shows the heart to claim it. Will strength, cleverness, or kindness win the blade’s trust?

But what will happen when the prince discovers the truth? Will Laila’s disguise be revealed?

A clever princess disguises herself in a suit of leather to escape a forced marriage and find her own future. But how long can she keep her true identity hidden?

Would the Snow Maiden step into the firelight—and what would happen if she did?

A girl made of snow brings joy to a lonely couple—but spring is coming, and she’s not made to last. Can she stay in the world of warmth, or will the sun melt her away?

But will her tiny drops make a difference—and will the fire ever stop?

As flames tear through the forest, a single hummingbird dares to fight the fire one drop at a time. But can the smallest creature make a difference when no one else will?

What did the Sun say—and what choice will the Daughter of the Sun make?

Sent by her father to teach the people of Earth, the Sun’s daughter begins to long for the sky again. But when it’s time to choose between home and heart—what will she decide?

But will she make it back without being caught? And what will happen when she opens the bowl?

Before the world had light, it was Grandmother Spider who dared to carry the sun in a clay bowl. But how can someone so small complete such a fiery task?

Will the calabash disappear forever—and will Ama ever get it back?

A poor girl discovers a calabash that grants her food as long as she remains kind and humble. But when a greedy visitor tries to steal its magic, what will the calabash do?

But can two Earth boys really outsmart a fox made of stars?

Two Earth brothers climb a rope of light into the sky and meet mysterious hunters among the stars. But when a challenge is set, will they ever find their way back home?

What will the Emperor say when he sees Ping’s empty pot?

When a young boy receives a royal seed that refuses to grow, he must decide between honesty and embarrassment. Will his empty pot cost him everything—or reveal something greater?

Would she dare to pluck a whisker from the lion’s face?

A stepmother sets out on a surprising mission—to pluck a whisker from a living lion. But will her courage be enough to win a child’s heart?

Will Lami find the right gift to awaken the sea?

A young girl follows the call of the sea to discover a hidden underwater world and learns to bring fresh water back to her village.

What creature has entered the temple—and what will happen to the boy?

A small boy who loves to draw cats discovers that his art has unexpected magical power.

What do you think is really inside the pot at the bottom of the well?

When two thieves plot to rob the clever Tenali Raman, he hatches a plan involving a pot, a well, and a big surprise. But will the thieves fall for his trick—or outsmart him first?

But how can someone arrive not by day or night, not riding or walking, not dressed or naked, and not bring anything at all?

A tale about a wise young girl who solves a king’s riddles and proves that cleverness isn’t only for grown-ups.

As Takumi’s golden light faded and he became the shadow that covered the sky — but even clouds cannot cover everything…