Podcasts about Aesop

Listen to the magical story of a very unusual snake who becomes a prince, faces tricky challenges, and is saved by love, kindness, and a clever fox!

Listen to the magical story of a very unusual snake who becomes a prince, faces tricky challenges, and is saved by love, kindness, and a clever fox!

In this special episode, Zazie and Kristi are joined by some of the most popular guests from previous episodes to chat about all things animal behaviour, including dogs, cats, ants, penguins, and crows.We talk about:with Jo Wimpenny, PhD, author of Aesop's Animals, we talk about The Ant and the Grasshopper and how we know whether or not animals can plan ahead--plus we get exciting news about her next bookZazie and Kristi chat about their highlights of the yearwith Marc Bekoff, PhD, author of The Emotional Lives of Animals (and many other books) we talk about ethology, his research with penguins, and whether animals have ritualsZazie and Kristi chat about Holiday ritualswith Erica Beckwith CTC of A Matter of Manners Dog Training, we talk about how to get cute Holiday photos of your petsand finally we share which books we've been readingThe full show notes are available on the Companion Animal Psychology website: https://www.companionanimalpsychology.com/Previous episodes with these guests:Animal minds and our favourite fables with Jo Wimpenny , PhD https://www.buzzsprout.com/2183505/episodes/14597289Canine emotions and perceptions with Marc Bekoff PhD, Zazie Todd PhD, and Cat Warren at Bark! Fest https://www.buzzsprout.com/2183505/episodes/16276537Animal emotions with Marc Bekoff, PhD, at Bark! Fest https://www.buzzsprout.com/2183505/episodes/17148973The benefits of tricks training for dogs and cats with Erica Beckwith https://www.buzzsprout.com/2183505/episodes/12793661Also mentioned in this episode:Preorder Beauty of the Beasts by Jo Wimpenny https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/beauty-of-the-beasts-9781399417617/Ask Me Anything about Fearful and Reactive Dogs https://www.buzzsprout.com/2183505/episodes/18168422Wild Rituals by Caitlin O'ConnellJane GooSend us a text to say hello!Support the showAbout the co-hosts: Kristi Benson is an honours graduate of, and now on staff with, the prestigious Academy for Dog Trainers and has her PCBC-A from the Pet Professional Accreditation Board. She lives in beautiful northern British Columbia, where she helps dog guardians through online classes. She is also a northern anthropologist. Kristi Benson's website Facebook Zazie Todd, PhD, is the award-winning author of Bark! The Science of Helping Your Anxious, Fearful, or Reactive Dog, Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy and Purr: The Science of Making Your Cat Happy. She is the creator of the popular blog, Companion Animal Psychology, and has a column at Psychology Today. She lives in Maple Ridge, BC, with her husband, a dog and a cat. Instagram BlueSky

Listen to the clever tale of Pippo and his smart cat, where a poor man becomes rich — and learns the most important lesson of all: to be grateful and kind to the friends who help us.

Listen to the clever tale of Pippo and his smart cat, where a poor man becomes rich — and learns the most important lesson of all: to be grateful and kind to the friends who help us.

In this episode, host Jed Doherty welcomes acclaimed author Jon Erik Lappano to discuss his latest picture book, "The Language of Birds." Lappano shares the inspiration behind the story, which centers on Mira, a solitary child who forms a deep connection with birds while struggling to communicate with people. Through their conversation, Lappano reflects on the importance of honoring quieter, introverted children in literature, drawing from his experiences as a parent and observer of childhood dynamics. He emphasizes the value of imagination, unstructured time, and engagement with the natural world, expressing concern over the effects of screens and the need for children to find belonging in multiple ways. Lappano also shares insights into his creative process, describing how ideas often take shape over time and how feedback from his own children helps refine his work. The discussion explores themes of unconventional friendships, nonverbal communication, and the powerful magic found in simple connections to art and nature. Later in the episode, Dr. Uzma Farooq joins to introduce her book, "The Boy Who Cried Wolf and Other Great Stories with Lessons." Dr. Farooq describes how she and her sons collaboratively retold Aesop's Fables, modernizing language and illustrations while preserving the lessons and emotional depth of the originals. Her passion for storytelling and dedication to sharing classic tales with a new generation make for a thoughtful and enlightening conversation. We also welcome Heather Fountaine Youngs back to the show to celebrate her new children's book "Mine!"

Travel back to Camelot and meet Sir Balin — an unexpected hero who pulls a magical sword when no one else can, and uses it to battle giants, dragons, and evil across the kingdom!

Send us a textIn today's episode, I interview Alex Thompson, director of the short film "Em & Selma Go Griffin Hunting," the story of a mother and daughter faced with difficult choices as they take part in a coming-of-age hunt set in a fictional 1930s America.Listen to hear about how Alex's world building for the film began with the characters, the process of casting the main characters of the film to ensure they had the right level of humanity for the story, and the challenge of creating a set of digital creatures to inhabit the world that would look like high quality blockbuster effects on a small short film budget.Books mentioned in this episode include:Aesop's FablesGrimm's Fairy TalesThe Great Mother: An Analysis of the Archetype by Erich NeumannBaudolino by Umberto EcoThe Name of the Rose by Umberto EcoSapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah HarariFilms and TV shows mentioned in this episode include:"Em & Selma Go Griffin Hunting" directed by Alex ThompsonJurassic Park directed by Steven SpielbergHereditary directed by Ari AsterThe Walking Dead (series)The Grapes of Wrath directed by John Ford"La jetée" directed by Chris Marker12 Monkeys directed by Terry Gilliam"Un Chien Andalou" directed by Luis Buñuel"An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" directed by Robert EnricoAvatar directed by James CameronBlade Runner directed by Ridley Scott2001: A Space Odyssey directed by Stanley KubrickEverything Everywhere All at Once directed by Dan Kwan and Daniel ScheinertNight of the Hunter directed by Charles LaughtonCome and See directed by Elem KlimovThe Passion of Joan of Arc directed by Carl Th. DreyerThe Seventh Seal directed by Ingmar BergmanApocalypse Now directed by Francis Ford CoppolaThe Cabinet of Dr. Caligari directed by Robert Wiene12 Angry Men directed by Sidney LumetPoor Things directed by Yorgos LanthimosThe Thin Red Line directed by Terrence MalickFollow the film on Instagram @emandselmagogriffinhunting and Alex @alexanderthompsonfilms.Support the show

Discover how a tiny, clever mouse surprises all the big animals in a magical contest — and ends up choosing who should lead the whole world!

Join the animals, birds, and even tiny mice in a fun contest to decide who should be the boss of the whole Earth — and discover why the smallest creatures can be the most important of all!

In tonight's episode, a sneaky fairy queen, a very confused king, and a prince who once charged straight into a dragon's mouth (oops!) set off a wild adventure.

Meet Eklavya again! Today, he shows how hard work and respect can make someone truly great, even when life is unfair. Let's hear what happens next in his journey!

Today's story is about a boy named Eklavya, who dreams of becoming a great archer. Even when others say “no,” he never gives up. Join us to hear how determination can make dreams come true!

This episode follows Perseus as he begins a daring mission to defeat a fearsome creature. With bravery and quick thinking, he sets out on an unforgettable journey!

In this episode, we sit down with Stephanie Somebody — the Melbourne-born art director and still-life photographer creating world-class imagery for brands like Goop, Aesop, and the most coveted names in beauty, lifestyle and luxury.But her story didn't start in glossy studios or global campaigns.Stephanie shares the unexpected, unglamorous chapters of her early career, the moments that shaped her creative instincts, and how she carved out a niche so distinctive it now takes her around the world. We go deep on the evolution of her eye, the discipline behind building a visual signature, and what it really takes to make work that stops people in their tracks.Whether you're in the creative industry, building a brand, or dreaming of a more artistic life, this conversation is a masterclass in vision, reinvention, and backing yourself long before the world does.Find Stephanie on Instagram here.Follow your host Arielle Thomas on Instagram here.Follow Process the Podcast on Instagram here.See you next Tuesday x

In today's story, brave Perseus goes on a big adventure to help his mother. With the help of the gods, he sets off to face a dangerous challenge. Let's find out how his courage leads him into a world of magic and mystery!

Listen to the story of Donkey, Rooster, and Goat, where Donkey learns an important lesson about patience and sharing after a night of sneaky mischief with their clover crop!

Join a donkey, a rooster, and a goat on their fun adventure of planting clover, learning patience, and discovering that good things come to those who wait!

Happy Thanksgiving, gentlemen!In this Manlihood Thanksgiving Special, Josh dives deep into gratitude—what it is, what it isn't, why it matters, and how building a thankful mindset can shape stronger, healthier, more resilient men. This episode includes science-backed benefits, real talk about entitlement and complaining, powerful quotes, personal reflections, and a guided gratitude meditation to help you reset your heart and mind.If you need encouragement today—or want a new perspective on gratitude—you're in the right place.00:00 — Welcome + Thanksgiving intro01:00 — Why Thanksgiving is Josh's favorite tradition01:40 — Gratitude as an intentional practice02:10 — What gratitude really is: posture, mindset, discipline02:45 — How gratitude rewires your brain (UC Davis study)03:00 — Dopamine, motivation, and the science behind gratitude03:20 — APA: Gratitude reduces anxiety & depression03:40 — Harvard Medical School on sleep, immune function, stress resilience04:10 — Gratitude isn't weak — it's mental strength training04:30 — The opposites of gratitude04:45 — Entitlement: “I deserve this”05:10 — Complaining: “This isn't enough”05:30 — Taking things for granted06:00 — Quotes on gratitude from Aesop, David Steindl-Rast, Marcus Aurelius, and 1 Thess 5:1806:45 — Who are you grateful to?07:20 — Directing your gratitude toward real people07:45 — Josh's family Thanksgiving tradition08:00 — What Josh is thankful for this year10:00 — Gratitude for the Manlihood community10:30 — The Thanksgiving Weekend Gratitude Challenge11:00 — Guided Gratitude Meditation12:00 — Identifying something you're grateful for13:00 — Identifying someone you're grateful for13:30 — Being grateful for growth in yourself14:00 — Final Thanksgiving message & encouragement15:00 — Closing thoughts: Gratitude is a way of livingConnect with other men who want to grow, lead, and live with purpose.

Follow Urashima Tarō on a magical underwater adventure where he meets Princess Otomime, enjoys the Ocean Dance, and learns a surprising lesson about time and curiosity with a mysterious jade box!

Join Urashima Tarō on an amazing adventure under the sea, where he meets a talking turtle and visits the magical Dragon Palace to see the princess's dazzling Ocean Dance!

Our RI Comic-Con recaps come to a close with one of the finest interviews we've done, renowned cartoonist, known nationwide for bringing the world "Sour Grapes," Mr. Tim Jones. We spent a few minutes discussing his art, the event, and about a million other things. For all the drunken laughs we enjoyed that weekend, these were possibly the most rewarding. (Any connections between Aesop, the miserable flying dog protagonist of the comic, and our own Brad, are purely coincidental.) -- #comedypodcast #humorpodcast #funnypodcast #darkhumor #podernfamily #RICC2025 #ComicCon #ricomiccon #sourgrapes #timjones www.needlesstosaypodcast.com www.ntspodcastgear.com

Jesus speaks of wars, tumults, earthquakes, and diseases as well as persecutions for his followers. All of these things are what has been taking place since his death and resurrection throughout the world around us. What are we to make of that? How should we live in the midst of these things around us? What is our anchor into the future renewal of all things and how does knowing of the future return of Jesus and the resurrection affect us in the here and now?Image: A bear has overturned a beehive and is attacked by bees, etching by J. Kirk after F.Barlow for a fable by Aesop, public domain. Image Location: https://wellcomecollection.org/works/b43wpm8n/images?id=aa6gc5ct

Chris and Rosie are feeling very delicate, but they soldier on and bring you a hungover edition of SMA! There are itchy palms, a post curry update and some heating beef. The pair discuss the future of Robots, Aesop's Fables and an AI theory.  There are some filthy QTFP's that involve a Sausage Dog, a hairdryer and some old school developed photos! If you have a story for Chris and Rosie email the podcast: Shaggedmarriedannoyed@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Membership | Donations | Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Discord | FB GroupThis week (actually, April) I speak with Rimma Boshernitsan (Website | LinkedIn), a speaker, interviewer, facilitator, and advisor who has partnered with senior leadership at Fortune 500 companies—including Google, Kaiser Permanente, Roche, TATA, and Aesop—guiding them through transformation and growth. Her writing has appeared in Fast Company, Inc. Magazine, Tech Crunch and Forbes.She began her career in management consulting at Deloitte, focusing on M&A and large-scale transformation, before moving into industry advising across healthcare, consumer business, and telecommunications. Later work in the art world taught her how cultural and political insights could drive innovation and transformation in business, leading her to found DIALOGUE in 2016.She now combines strategic foresight, human-centered innovation, and interdisciplinary thinking to help her clients reframe challenges, identify opportunities, and lead with intention. She sits on the board of trustees at Headlands Center for the Arts and on the SECA Council Board at SFMOMA, and is also an advisor to Stanford's Women in Design Program.Her most recent focus is in co-intelligence: integrating human, machine, and planetary intelligence to build future-facing organizations.I'm glad to have such an excellent partner in conversation to, as the Taoists say, “Feel our way across the river stone by stone” in a discussion about all of this and more: the re-emergence of nomadic populations and intentional communities, fumbling toward an idea of planetary culture, the role of intuition in leadership and biophilia in the design of our work spaces...it's a marvelously nondisciplinary co-exploration.There are well over a dozen episodes in the editing queue and founding members can access the entire trove of unedited conversations before they're released:✨ Show Links• Dig into nine years of mind-expanding conversations• Learn more about the Humans On The Loop project and its goals• Browse the books we discuss on the show at Bookshop.org• Contact me if you have a problem you think I can help you solve• Explore the interactive knowledge graph grown from over 250 episodes• Explore the Google Notebook for How To Live In The Future, my five-week science and philosophy course at Weirdosphere✨ Mentioned Media & PeopleIn Threads' dwindling engagement, social media's flawed hypothesis is laid bareIn a Time of Stress, Neuroaesthetic Spaces and Places Create a Path to Healing and HopeThe Triad of Intelligences: Harnessing Machine, Planetary, and Human Intuition in The Age of AIDIALOGUE Interviews: Ivy RossDIALOGUE Interviews: Susan MagsamenDIALOGUE Interviews: Kevin KellyMore Is Different: Broken symmetry and the nature of the hierarchical structure of scienceNikki SilvaBruce LiptonEd BernaysKen Wilber This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaelgarfield.substack.com/subscribe

Send us a textIn this week's Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest draws wisdom from Aesop's timeless fable The Eagle and the Arrow to help small business owners recognize the hidden ways they self-sabotage.Learn how distractions, broken promises, and burnout can quietly weaken your business from within — and discover three actionable strategies to protect your focus, integrity, and mindset so you can keep soaring toward success.#MondayMotivation #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #MindsetMatters #Resilience #Focus #Integrity #EntrepreneurLife #SmallBusinessSurvival

Support Us :Donation Page – LibriVox Free AudiobooksDating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 12 of 12.(Summary by Chip)Genre(s): Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, SatireLanguage: EnglishKeyword(s): animals (405), fables (92), aesop (15)Group: Aesop's Fables 1 to 284 translated by V. S. Vernon JonesSupport Us :⁠Donation Page – LibriVox Free Audiobooks⁠

Support Us : Donation Page – LibriVox Free AudiobooksAesop (c. 620 BCE - 564)Translated by V. S. Vernon Jones (1875 - 1955)Dating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 11 of 12.(Summary by Chip)Genre(s): Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, SatireLanguage: EnglishKeyword(s): animals (405), fables (92), aesop (15)Group: Aesop's Fables 1 to 284 translated by V. S. Vernon JonesSupport Us : ⁠Donation Page – LibriVox Free Audiobooks⁠

Support Us: Donation Page – LibriVox Free AudiobooksDating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 10 of 12.(Summary by Chip)Genre(s): Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, SatireLanguage: EnglishKeyword(s): animals (405), fables (92), aesop (15)Group: Aesop's Fables 1 to 284 translated by V. S. Vernon Jones⁠Support Us: Donation Page – LibriVox Free Audiobooks⁠

Support Us :Donation Page – LibriVox Free AudiobooksAesop (c. 620 BCE - 564)Translated by V. S. Vernon Jones (1875 - 1955)Dating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 9 of 12.(Summary by Chip)Genre(s): Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, SatireLanguage: EnglishKeyword(s): animals (405), fables (92)Group: Aesop's Fables 1 to 284 translated by V. S. Vernon JonesSupport Us :⁠Donation Page – LibriVox Free Audiobooks⁠

Support Us :Donation Page – LibriVox Free AudiobooksDating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 8 of 12.(Summary by Chip)Genre(s): Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, SatireLanguage: EnglishKeyword(s): animals (405), fables (92)Support Us :⁠Donation Page – LibriVox Free Audiobooks⁠

1 - Great Big Bear - Harry Archer and his Orchestra – 19262 - The Blackbird - Tom Morrison - 19223 - Bull fiddle Blues - Johnny Dodds Washboard Band – 19284 - El Burro Socarron (The Sly Donkey) - Trio Los Panchos - 19475 - Je Suis Un Lion - Ovila Légaré – 19316 - Ooh! You Miser You - Tom Berwick Orchestra – 19347 - Les Boeufs (The Oxen) - Marcel Journet - 19178 - I Married a Mouse of a Man - Lucille Lee with the Sweet Violet Boys – 19399 - You're Not the Only Oyster in the Stew – Fats Waller and his Rhythm – 193410 - Run Little Rabbit - Cab Calloway and his Orchestra – 194111 - Turtle Twist - Jelly-Roll Morton Trio - 192912 - Snake Rag - King Oliver's Jazz Band – 192313 - Old Woman Blues - Rex Stewart's Hot Club Berlin – 194814 - Never Trust an Old Man - Bedasse with the Jamaican Calypsonians15 - You've Gotta Lotta Wolf in Your Heart - Warren Evans and his Orchestra – 1944

Support Us at:Donation Page – LibriVox Free AudiobooksDating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 7 of 12.(Summary by Chip)Genre(s): Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, SatireLanguage: EnglishKeyword(s): animals (405), fables (92)Group: Aesop's Fables 1 to 284 translated by V. S. Vernon JonesSupport Us at:⁠Donation Page – LibriVox Free Audiobooks⁠

Support Us at:Donation Page – LibriVox Free AudiobooksAesop (c. 620 BCE - 564)Translated by V. S. Vernon Jones (1875 - 1955)Dating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 6 of 12.(Summary by Chip)Genre(s): Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, SatireLanguage: EnglishKeyword(s): animals (405), fables (92)Group: Aesop's Fables 1 to 284 translated by V. S. Vernon JonesSupport Us at:⁠Donation Page – LibriVox Free Audiobooks⁠

Support Us at:Donation Page – LibriVox Free AudiobooksDating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 5 of 12.(Summary by Chip)Genre(s): Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, SatireLanguage: EnglishKeyword(s): animals (405), fables (92)Group: Aesop's Fables 1 to 284 translated by V. S. Vernon JonesSupport Us at:⁠Donation Page – LibriVox Free Audiobooks⁠

Support Us:Donation Page – LibriVox Free AudiobooksDating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 4 of 12.(Summary by Chip)Genre(s): Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, SatireLanguage: EnglishKeyword(s): animals (405), fables (92)Group: Aesop's Fables 1 to 284 translated by V. S. Vernon JonesSupport Us:⁠Donation Page – LibriVox Free Audiobooks⁠

Support Us: Donation Page – LibriVox Free AudiobooksAesop (c. 620 BCE - 564)Translated by V. S. Vernon Jones (1875 - 1955)Dating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 2 of 12. (Summary by ChipDoc)Genre(s): Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, SatireLanguage: EnglishKeyword(s): animals (405), fables (92)Group: Aesop's Fables 1 to 284 translated by V. S. Vernon JonesSupport Us: ⁠Donation Page – LibriVox Free Audiobooks⁠

Support Us at: Donation Page – LibriVox Free AudiobooksTranslated by V. S. Vernon Jones (1875 - 1955)Dating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 3 of 12.(Summary by Chip)Genre(s): Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, SatireLanguage: EnglishKeyword(s): animals (405), fables (92)Group: Aesop's Fables 1 to 284 translated by V. S. Vernon JonesSupport Us at: ⁠Donation Page – LibriVox Free Audiobooks⁠

Support Us: Donation Page – LibriVox Free AudiobooksDating back to the 6th century BC, Aesop's Fables tell universal truths through the use of simple allegories that are easily understood. Though almost nothing is known of Aesop himself, and some scholars question whether he existed at all, these stories stand as timeless classics known in almost every culture in the world. This is volume 1 of 12. (Summary by Chip)Genre(s): Children's Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, SatireLanguage: EnglishKeyword(s): animals (405), fables (92)Group: Aesop's Fables 1 to 284 translated by V. S. Vernon JonesSupport Us: ⁠Donation Page – LibriVox Free Audiobooks⁠

Aesop's Fables can teach us lessons about life AND money. Today, we'll explore timeless tales and uncover the financial lessons hidden within. Contact Information: Website: http://www.ruggierifinancial.com/ Phone: 888-823-7526

Send us a textIn this week's Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest shares a powerful business lesson from Aesop's fable The Bat, the Birds, and the Beasts. The tale reminds entrepreneurs that playing it safe, trying to please everyone, or avoiding commitment can leave you isolated and ineffective.Anna explains why clarity, conviction, and consistency are essential for small-business success—and gives you practical steps to define your purpose, commit to your direction, and lead with confidence.Sign up for our free Small Business Alliance : https://www.survivebizhub.org/#SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #Leadership #DecisionMaking #EntrepreneurMindset #MotivationMonday #SmallBusinessOwner #Authenticity #BusinessStrategy #MondayMotivation

Foxes appear in literature and legend across the world. Look at Brer Fox in the American South. In Rebel Folklore, I discussed the Jiuwei Hu of China, or nine-tailed fox, who drains men of their life force. Korea's kumiho is a similar spirit, while Japan has the supernatural fox spirit, the kitsune. Scholar Al-Biruni, magician Cornelius Agrippa and astrologer William Lilly put the fox under Mercury's rulership. Mercury is the trickster of the Roman gods, and represents communication, cleverness, speed, and resourcefulness - all qualities traditionally associated with the fox. It probably explains why dreaming of foxes meant you should beware of treachery and thieves. I have an exclusive article about foxes for Patrons on the lowest tier, but I've also made it available for sale if you'd like to read some additional fox folklore. As it is, it seems foxes also appear in folk tales and literature so I managed to write a whole new episode that didn't involve the lore from the article! So let's explore the way foxes appear in folk tales and literature! Find the images and references on the blog post: https://www.icysedgwick.com/foxes-folk-tales/ Foxes and Folklore article: https://www.patreon.com/posts/exclusive-foxes-106946093 Get your free guide to home protection the folklore way here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/ Become a member of the Fabulous Folklore Family for bonus episodes and articles at https://patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595 Buy Icy a coffee or sign up for bonus episodes at: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick Fabulous Folklore Bookshop: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/fabulous_folklore Pre-recorded illustrated talks: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick/shop Request an episode: https://forms.gle/gqG7xQNLfbMg1mDv7 Get extra snippets of folklore on Instagram at https://instagram.com/icysedgwick Find Icy on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/icysedgwick.bsky.social 'Like' Fabulous Folklore on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fabulousfolklore/