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In 2050 Riyadh, elder Asma's richly captivating storytelling transports her cherished grandchildren to fabled times where they learn that modern-day dilemmas are no match for the trials, tribulations and words of wisdom passed from generation to generation through their fascinating folktales.
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- E1 ZarqaNext upJan 23, 2020 · 26 min
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Musab was always envious of Zarqa, but with thieves threatening the town, he must decide if he can trust her. Zarqa, meanwhile, cannot stand idly by when so much is at stake.
- E2 Favorite PhraseJan 30, 2020 · 26 min
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Why do bad things happen? Perhaps it was for the best. An old man insists there’s a bright side to everything.
- E3 CamelFeb 6, 2020 · 26 min
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A woman prays for a child and receives an unexpected blessing. Their daughter may not be human, but her parents love her all the same.
- E4 BrotherFeb 13, 2020 · 26 min
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Salee cares about his family while Saad, his elder brother, cares about money. When an epidemic hits the town, Salee recalls a story that can save everyone. But danger awaits.
- E5 BananaFeb 20, 2020 · 26 min
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Dafel arrogantly believes there’s nothing his strength can’t overcome. But power alone can’t solve everything.
- E6 RababFeb 27, 2020 · 26 min
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A magical instrument has the power to control all living things. When it falls into the wrong hands, a clever young girl may be the only one who can save the townspeople.
- E7 AnterMar 5, 2020 · 26 min
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Anter wishes for Ablah’s hand in marriage but must first convince her father he’d be the perfect match. Easier said than done...
- E8 SaltMar 12, 2020 · 26 min
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Prince Sattam loves his father as much as salt. But the king sees this declaration as a grave insult instead of the intended praise.
- E9 Quiet PrincessMar 19, 2020 · 26 min
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Samar’s father decides that the man who can finally make her speak will win her hand in marriage. But there’s something vitally important they’ve all overlooked.
- E10 HartimMar 26, 2020 · 26 min
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Hartim has a reputation as a kind man who never turns away those in need. Handala is suspicious, though. Hartim MUST have an ulterior motive. Why else would he act so nice?
- E11 Good ManApr 2, 2020 · 26 min
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A wealthy merchant invites three strangers into his home only to ask them about the worst hardships they’ve experienced. Why?
- E12 HeritageApr 9, 2020 · 26 min
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Jassem quickly takes advantage of Habib’s sizable inheritance, which causes friction between the two. It’s unfortunate: Some things are more important than money.
- E13 Grandmother StoryApr 16, 2020 · 26 min
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Asma fell in love with stories thanks to her childhood friend, Farrah. But as the decades passed, the two fell out of touch. What is Farrah up to these days?
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Created by Masami Shimoda
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