Aasif Mandvi and Madhur Jaffrey star in an Indian story about a wise king, a generous shoemaker, and a priceless pair of shoes. The shoemaker's struggles, disappointment, and eventually, kind act towards a beggar leads to an unexpected opportunity as the official royal shoemaker. Listeners also share their favorite Circle Round stories.
The shoemaker's decline in business highlights the importance of adapting to change and finding new ways to stay competitive.
The act of selflessness and kindness can lead to unexpected rewards and opportunities in life.
Deep dives
The Shoemaker's Gift for Making Beautiful Shoes
In a small village, there lived a shoemaker known for her remarkable skill in making beautiful and comfortable shoes. Customers flocked to her to place orders as she could create shoes quickly. However, as the shoemaker grew older, her eyesight and dexterity declined, causing her work to slow down. Frustrated by the long waiting times, her customers began seeking another shoemaker in the capital city. Consequently, the shoemaker lost her customers, income, and struggled to make ends meet.
Rediscovering the Beloved Red Leather Shoes
Determined to make a comeback, the shoemaker remembered a piece of leather her mother gave her, telling her to use it wisely. With a surge of joy, she picked up her tools and began crafting a pair of shoes using the red leather. Days turned into weeks, and weeks turned into months as she poured her heart and soul into creating the magnificent red leather shoes. Finally, the shoes were complete, and she displayed them in her shop's window, hoping someone would recognize their beauty and value.
The Unexpected Twist of Fate
Despite her expectations, every customer who saw the red leather shoes deemed them too expensive and left. Feeling discouraged and running out of options, the shoemaker faced the difficult decision of selling her cobbling tools. Just as she was about to do so, a beggar appeared on a stormy night seeking warmth. Touched by his plight, the shoemaker generously gave him the red leather shoes. Unbeknownst to her, the beggar was actually the disguised king, who had been testing the kindness of his subjects. Impressed by her selflessness, the king rewarded the shoemaker by making her the official royal shoemaker, offering her a comfortable home in the palace.
Aasif Mandvi (The Daily Show, Evil) and Madhur Jaffrey (Madhur Jaffrey's Curry Nation, I Feel Bad) co-star in this Indian story about a wise king, a generous shoemaker, and a priceless pair of shoes.
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