Podcasts about fairy tales

"American Fairy Tales" by L. Frank Baum is a collection of fantasy stories that originally appeared in regional newspapers before being published as a complete volume. These tales are characterized by their satirical and ironic tone, diverging from the high-fantasy elements found in Baum's more famous works like "The Wizard of Oz." The stories often conclude with glib or nonsensical morals, making them more suitable for adult readers and reflective of the societal norms of their time. With their playful critique of human nature and societal expectations, these tales invite listeners to explore timeless themes of irony and absurdity, resonating with contemporary audiences who appreciate humor laced with deeper meaning.

Humans love stories. Long before writing was developed, stories helped people to preserve knowledge, transmit moral ideas, warn against danger, and psychologically prepare for future ordeals. The most enduring stories are those that organise experience into meaningful patterns, communicating through symbolism that often operates on a subconscious level. My guest today argues that these old stories do something important to us, particularly as children.Today we discussed fairytales and the Bible. We also discussed a lot of modern stories: Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, American Psycho, The Wizard of Oz, Christopher Nolan's new adaptation of The Odyssey, and many more stories that play with symbolism. These cultural products have moral messages that we ought to pay attention to, particularly in an era when the subversion of old stories has become a part of the progressive political project.Jonathan Pageau is a Christian artist. You can find his podcast, writing, and teaching courses by going to thesymbolicworld.com, where you can also buy Jonathan's illustrated editions of classic fairytales. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The "Coffee Break Collection 021 - Fairy Tales Tall Stories and Scams" invites listeners to explore a delightful assortment of English language public domain works, each lasting about 15 minutes—ideal for brief moments of respite. This collection encompasses traditional children's tales, whimsical tall stories, and intriguing scams, showcasing a diverse range of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, prose, and essays. These timeless narratives resonate with listeners today, as they reflect universal themes of morality, imagination, and the human experience.

Celtic Fairy Tales is a captivating collection of 25 folk and fairy stories gathered from the rich traditions of Ireland and Scotland. The enchanting phrase at the dedication page invites listeners to delve into the magic of these tales, evoking a sense of wonder and connection to the past. These stories resonate with timeless themes of adventure, identity, and the mysterious interplay between reality and the supernatural, making them as relevant today as they were when first told. By exploring the essence of Celtic culture and folklore, this collection offers a delightful escape into a world where the ordinary meets the extraordinary, inviting listeners to rediscover the charm of these age-old narratives.

Fairy tales are as old as time, moralistic stories that have influenced our understanding of the world, and not always for the better. Amanda Leduc's 2020 novel Disfigured: On Fairy Tales, Disability, and Making Space explores the power of fairy tales and their historically problematic depiction of disability.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this monthly episode of the Anglotopia Podcast, Jonathan Thomas returns with his August edition of What's On in London — and this one comes with a personal twist, because Jonathan will be in London himself later in the month. August is London's most contradictory month: the busiest tourist season of the year, a million-plus visitors, packed attractions and carnival streets — and yet simultaneously the month when Londoners themselves flee to Cornwall and France, leaving whole districts strangely quiet. Jonathan covers it all: the Notting Hill Carnival (August 30–31, its 60th anniversary this year, Europe's largest street festival, free entry); the major royal and historic building openings including Buckingham Palace State Rooms, Houses of Parliament summer tours, and the freshly restored Banqueting House reopening August 1st; London's brand new museum, Trent Park House of Secrets — just opened July 21st, telling the extraordinary wartime spy story that was kept under the Official Secrets Act for over 50 years; new West End openings including Jane Eyre the Musical and Kimberly Akimbo; the blockbuster exhibitions still running and closing this month; live music at Victoria Park and Wembley; family-friendly highlights; the VAT tourist discount reducing admission prices across major attractions this summer; and Jonathan's own personal list of what he's booked and planning to see — including the Ceremony of the Keys at the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace's East Wing tour, the Wallace Collection's Churchill as Painter exhibition, and Trent Park. Links The Big One — Notting Hill Carnival (August 29-31, 60th Anniversary) Notting Hill Carnival — Official Website Notting Hill Carnival 2026 Schedule & Info (Sat Aug 29 Steel Band Competition; Sun Aug 30 Children's Day; Mon Aug 31 Main Parade) Royal & Historic Building Openings Buckingham Palace State Rooms — Book Tickets (Open July 9 – September 27, 2026; daily 9:30–19:30 through August 31) Buckingham Palace East Wing Highlights Tour — Book Separately Houses of Parliament Summer Tours — Book Tickets (Reduced prices throughout summer recess; Westminster Hall, House of Commons, House of Lords) Banqueting House — Tickets & Info (Fully reopened August 1 after major restoration; open Thu–Mon 10:00–16:00; Adults £10, under 16s free) London's Newest Museum Trent Park House of Secrets — Book Tickets (Open since July 21; Tue–Sun 10:00–17:00; Adults £14/~$20; Oakwood tube station, Piccadilly Line) Ceremony of the Keys Ceremony of the Keys — Tower of London — Book Tickets (Next ticket release: August 3, 2026 at 13:00; suggested price £30, pay from £10; sells out immediately — set a reminder) Festivals & Outdoor Events Greenwich + Docklands International Festival — Free (August 21 – September 6, 2026; outdoor theatre, circus and dance across Greenwich, Woolwich and Docklands) Greenwich Fair — Free (August 22–23, Greenwich Park — no ticket required) 120 Years of the Piccadilly Line with Tim Dunn — London Transport Museum (August 22) All Points East — Victoria Park, East London (Two weekends; headliners include Lorde, Tyler the Creator, Twenty One Pilots) BBC Proms at the Royal Albert Hall (Running all month, ends September 12; day tickets available on the door) New West End Theater Openings Jane Eyre the Musical — UK Premiere (from August 28, Southwark Playhouse) Kimberly Akimbo (from August 28, Hampstead Theatre) The Mischievous Team — New spy farce (from August 1) West End Tickets via Londontopia TKTS Half-Price Tickets, Leicester Square Exhibitions — Running & Closing in August Frida Kahlo — Tate Modern (runs to 2027) (Plenty of time — but book ahead) Winston Churchill the Painter — Wallace Collection (until November 29) Richard Dadd — Royal Academy (running) Anish Kapoor — Hayward Gallery (until October) Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art — V&A (until November) Marilyn Monroe — National Portrait Gallery (closing September) (Last chance — closing soon) Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep — Natural History Museum (Great for families) Star Trek at 60 Trail — Science Museum (closing September) (Free) Young Artist Summer Show — Royal Academy (until August 30, Free) Exhibitions Closing in August — See These Now Holy Pop at Somerset House — closes August 9 Patrick Caulfield — Royal Academy — closes August 16 Titanic Exhibition — Olympia — closes August 16 Fairy Tales — British Library — closes August 23 Zurbarán — National Gallery — closes August 23 Hervien Anderson — Tate Britain — closes August 23 David Hockney: A Year in Normandy — Royal Academy — closes August 23 Tracey Emin: A Second Life — Tate Modern — closes August 31 Family Activities Paddington Bear Summer Special — Immersive Experience The Big Dig: Archaeology Adventure (until August 21) Boleyn is Back — Tudor Living History, Tower of London (until August 14) Live Music All Points East — Victoria Park The Weeknd — Wembley Stadium (August 14–19) Practical Resources Met Office App — London Weather Forecast Londontopia London Events Calendar TfL Elizabeth Line — Air-Conditioned Travel Across London Anglotopia Wallace Collection Churchill Episode — Listen Now (Our earlier episode with Dr. Lucy Davis) Friends of Anglotopia Club Takeaways August 2026 is the 60th anniversary of the Notting Hill Carnival — Europe's largest street festival, free to attend, taking over Notting Hill and Ladbroke Grove on August 30–31. The Saturday Steel Band Competition (August 29) requires a ticket; Sunday Children's Day and Monday main parade are free. Arrive early, follow your nose to the food stalls, and keep your wits about you in the crowds. Trent Park House of Secrets — London's brand new museum, opened July 21st — tells the extraordinary story of the WWII intelligence operation where 59 captured German generals were housed in apparent luxury, never knowing the entire house was bugged. Often called "the other Bletchley Park." Tickets are £14 (~$20), open Tuesday–Sunday, and it's on the Piccadilly Line at Oakwood station. Jonathan is going. Buckingham Palace State Rooms are open daily through August 31, 9:30am to 7:30pm — the longest opening hours of the season. Jonathan has booked both the State Rooms tour and the newly opened East Wing tour. If you haven't booked yet, check for remaining availability immediately; the best slots are gone but cancellations do appear. Banqueting House on Whitehall — Inigo Jones's 1622 masterpiece with its Rubens ceiling, the building outside which Charles I was executed — reopens fully on August 1st after a major restoration. Adults £10, under 16s free, open Thursday–Monday. New lift for step-free access. One of London's most underrated experiences. The Ceremony of the Keys at the Tower of London — the world's oldest unbroken military ceremony, performed every night for at least 700 years — releases the next month's tickets on the first working day of each month. The next release is August 3rd at 1pm. Jonathan got a ticket; it requires an early wake-up and sells out within hours of release. The UK government has instituted a 15% VAT discount on tourist attraction admissions this summer — which means lower prices at major London attractions. If you booked in advance, you may be entitled to a partial refund for the difference; check with each venue. Lower prices also means slightly larger crowds. The Greenwich + Docklands International Festival runs August 21 to September 6 — 17 days of completely free outdoor theatre, circus and dance across Greenwich Park, Woolwich, and the Docklands. The two-day Greenwich Fair on August 22–23 in Greenwich Park is the unmissable centerpiece. No ticket required — just show up. Several major exhibitions close on or around August 23rd — a critical date. Zurbarán at the National Gallery, Fairy Tales at the British Library, David Hockney at the Royal Academy, Hervien Anderson at Tate Britain, and Patrick Caulfield at the Royal Academy all close that day. If you're arriving after August 23rd, these are gone. The BBC Proms at the Royal Albert Hall run all month and into September — the world's largest classical music festival, with day-of standing tickets potentially available on the door. Jonathan hasn't managed to go yet and still wants to. It's worth trying even if you can't book ahead. August in London is genuinely two cities at once: over a million tourists fill the attractions and the carnival streets, while large swaths of residential London go quiet as locals escape. The wise visitor uses this: the tourist attractions are busy, but the parks, the residential neighborhoods, and the early mornings are surprisingly peaceful. Soundbites "August is London's most contradictory month. Every guidebook tells you it's peak season — and every guidebook is right. And yet at exactly the same time, London kind of empties out. Locals flee to Cornwall, to France, to anywhere that isn't a stuffy office in a heat wave. Whole districts can go completely quiet." — Jonathan on August's strange duality. "The Notting Hill Carnival is that one weekend where London's multicultural and diverse character — which can feel oddly invisible at other times of the year — is front and center. It's loud. It's joyful. And it's entirely free." — Jonathan on why the carnival matters. "They captured high-level German officers and put them all in one place. What the prisoners didn't know was that the entire house was wired with microphones. And hidden in a concealed basement, around a hundred secret listeners — many of them German-speaking Jewish refugees who had fled the Nazis — were recording and transcribing every careless word." — Jonathan on Trent Park House of Secrets. "I have wanted to go inside Buckingham Palace for twenty years. I'm finally doing it this year. I've got my tickets booked. I'm going to do the State Room tour, I'm going to see the freshly rehung picture gallery, and I've booked the East Wing tour. That is going to take a whole Saturday. I cannot wait." — Jonathan on his long-awaited Buckingham Palace visit. "The Ceremony of the Keys is considered the world's longest military ceremony. They say it's been running for a thousand years — I'm skeptical, but at least as long as there's been a Tower of London. I woke up early and managed to snag a ticket before they sold out. Because they do sell out immediately." — Jonathan on booking the Ceremony of the Keys. "Banqueting House. Inigo Jones's masterpiece on Whitehall, with its Rubens ceiling. The one surviving fragment of the old Palace of Whitehall — the very spot where Charles I was executed in 1649. It reopens for the summer on August 1st. That is a lot of history in one place." — Jonathan on Banqueting House reopening. "The government has instituted a fifteen percent discount off the twenty percent VAT for tourists visiting tourist attractions this summer. So this month you will see lower prices at all of London's major tourist attractions. And if you booked in advance, you should be getting a refund." — Jonathan on the summer VAT tourist discount. "I love Star Trek. I have seen every episode of Star Trek dozens of times. You can't see over there, but I'm building the LEGO Enterprise D model right now. And I'm going to go see this exhibition because it's the 60th anniversary and the producers don't seem to want to celebrate it much — but everybody else is." — Jonathan on his plan to visit the Star Trek at 60 Trail at the Science Museum. "Several things close on August 23rd. I'm arriving after August 23rd. So I'm going to miss the David Hockney, the Zurbarán, the Tracey Emin. It's a bit annoying. But it is what it is." — Jonathan on the painful August 23rd exhibition closing cliff. "If you see a slightly sun-birthed Anglophile wandering the food stalls at one of the festivals going on later in August — do say hello. It might just be me." — Jonathan's closing invitation. Chapters 00:23 Introduction & Personal Note — Jonathan is heading to London this August 01:14 Weather Warning — England's driest summer in years, three heat waves, and what to expect 02:35 Episode Overview — Carnival, openings, exhibitions, practical tips 03:16 The Strange Duality of August — A million tourists arrive as Londoners flee 04:05 NOTTING HILL CARNIVAL — Europe's largest free street festival, 60th anniversary, August 29–31 05:28 Carnival Practical Tips — Go early, follow the food, wear comfortable shoes, stay safe 06:37 Festivals & Outdoor Highlights — Greenwich + Docklands International Festival (free, Aug 21–Sep 6) 07:07 Greenwich Fair — Free outdoor theatre in Greenwich Park, August 22–23 07:17 120 Years of the Piccadilly Line — Tim Dunn at the London Transport Museum, August 22 07:50 Edinburgh Fringe Previews & Al Fresco Dining — London venues hosting previews; Soho streets 08:22 ROYAL & HISTORIC BUILDING OPENINGS 08:25 Buckingham Palace State Rooms — Open daily; freshly rehung picture gallery; Jonathan's booked visit 09:31 Buckingham Palace East Wing — Newly opened tour; Jonathan's full Saturday plan 10:07 Houses of Parliament Summer Tours — Westminster Hall, Commons, Lords; reduced prices 10:36 Banqueting House — Fully reopens August 1st after major restoration; Rubens ceiling; £10 adults 11:03 TRENT PARK HOUSE OF SECRETS — London's brand new museum, opened July 21st 11:22 The Story of Trent Park — Philip Sassoon, 59 German generals, hidden microphones 13:03 The Secret Listeners — Jewish refugees transcribing Nazi generals in a concealed basement 14:16 Visiting Trent Park — Hours, tickets £14, Oakwood station, Piccadilly Line 15:43 NEW WEST END THEATER OPENINGS 15:53 The Mischievous Team — New spy farce from August 1st 16:04 Jane Eyre the Musical — UK premiere, Southwark Playhouse, August 28 16:19 Kimberly Akimbo — Tony-winning musical, Hampstead Theatre, August 28 16:32 BLOCKBUSTER EXHIBITIONS STILL RUNNING 16:47 Frida Kahlo at Tate Modern — Runs to 2027; Jonathan plans to go 17:03 Marilyn Monroe — National Portrait Gallery; closing September — last chance 17:13 Anish Kapoor — Hayward Gallery; Schiaparelli — V&A; Richard Dadd — Royal Academy 17:58 Winston Churchill the Painter — Wallace Collection; Jonathan booked since March 18:44 Royal Academy Summer Exhibition — Closes August 23rd; last chance 18:52 Jurassic Oceans — Natural History Museum; Jonathan has never been 19:03 Star Trek at 60 Trail — Science Museum; free; LEGO Enterprise D confession 19:30 EXHIBITIONS CLOSING IN AUGUST — CRITICAL DATES 19:37 August 9 & 16 — Holy Pop (Somerset House), Patrick Caulfield & Titanic (RA & Olympia) 19:54 August 23rd Mass Closings — Fairy Tales, Zurbarán, Hervien Anderson, David Hockney 20:16 August 31 — Tracey Emin: A Second Life (Tate Modern) 20:29 LIVE MUSIC 20:31 All Points East — Victoria Park; Lorde, Tyler the Creator, Twenty One Pilots 20:44 BBC Proms — All month to September 12; day standing tickets on the door 21:11 The Artist at Wembley — August 14–19; Luke Combs this weekend only 21:28 FAMILY ACTIVITIES — School holidays mean packed attractions 21:48 Paddington Bear Summer Special — Immersive experience for younger children 21:56 The Big Dig — Hands-on archaeology through August 21st 22:08 Boleyn is Back — Tudor living history at the Tower, through August 14th 22:16 Young Artist Summer Show — Royal Academy; free; closes August 30th 22:30 JONATHAN'S PERSONAL AUGUST ITINERARY 22:40 Ceremony of the Keys — Booked; how Jonathan got a ticket; arrive at 9:30pm 23:54 What Else Jonathan Is Doing — National Gallery, Wallace Collection, Royal Academy, Natural History Museum 24:49 Star Trek + Natural History Museum Double Bill Plan 25:05 Notting Hill Carnival — In London for it but sitting it out without his wife 25:32 PRACTICAL SECTION — CROWDS, WEATHER & SHOULD YOU GO? 25:37 August Weather Reality — Warm and dry; long days; twilight till after 9pm; pack layers 26:35 Peak Season & School Holidays — Why it's busy even when Londoners leave 26:39 Weather Detail — Pack layers; rain is rare but intense; humidity by the Thames 28:13 THE VAT TOURIST DISCOUNT — 15% off admissions; possible refunds for advance bookers 29:27 Should You Visit in August? — Jonathan's honest verdict 29:52 Top Tip — Don't travel over bank holiday weekend (Jonathan breaks his own rule) 30:51 Wrap-Up — Londontopia events calendar, Friends of Anglotopia, and see you in London Video Version

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"American Indian Fairy Tales" by William Trowbridge Larned Henry R Schoolcraft offers a rich tapestry of stories originally passed down by Native Americans in the Lake Superior region, preserving their cultural identity and collective wisdom in the face of encroaching civilization. Collected in the 1830s by ethnologist Henry R Schoolcraft, these tales, while recast as children's fairy tales in the 1920s, encapsulate timeless lessons and values that resonate even today. The enduring nature of these narratives highlights the importance of storytelling as a means of cultural preservation and the transmission of knowledge across generations.

"More Celtic Fairy Tales" by Joseph Jacobs presents a captivating collection of enchanting stories from the early days of the British Isles. These tales, rich in folklore and tradition, offer listeners a glimpse into the imaginative world of Celtic culture, where magic and moral lessons intertwine. The enduring appeal of these stories lies in their ability to resonate with universal themes of adventure, bravery, and the power of belief, making them relevant even today. Jacobs' careful curation invites audiences to explore the depths of human experience through the lens of myth and legend, ensuring that these timeless narratives continue to inspire and delight generations.

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"English Fairy Tales" by Ernest Rhys and Grace Rhys is a delightful collection of classic English fairy tales that have retained their charm over the years. Featuring beloved stories such as "Jack the Giant Killer" and "Tom Tit Tot," this anthology showcases the timeless themes of bravery, adventure, and the triumph of good over evil. The tales, written over a century ago, continue to resonate with audiences today, reminding us of the enduring power of storytelling and the universal lessons embedded within these narratives. With their rich imagery and moral undertones, these fairy tales invite listeners to explore a world of imagination and wonder that remains relevant across generations.

"Favorite Fairy Tales," compiled and illustrated by Peter Newell, brings together a delightful collection of timeless stories cherished by many, including classics like "Cinderella," "Sleeping Beauty," and "Jack The Giant Killer." This anthology captures the magic and wonder of childhood imagination, showcasing tales that have resonated through generations. Each story reflects universal themes of bravery, kindness, and the triumph of good over evil, making them as relevant today as they were when first told. With beloved characters and enchanting narratives, this collection invites listeners to rediscover the joy of fairy tales and the lessons they impart, reminding us of the power of storytelling in shaping our values and dreams.

"American Fairy Tales" by L. Frank Baum is a collection of fantasy stories that originally appeared in regional newspapers, showcasing a satirical and tongue-in-cheek tone that sets it apart from traditional children's literature. Unlike Baum's more famous works, these tales lack the high-fantasy elements, instead presenting ironic or nonsensical morals that reflect a whimsical yet critical view of society. Their serialization for adult readers highlights the enduring appeal of humor and irony in storytelling, making this collection relevant today as it invites listeners to reflect on the absurdities of life.

"American Indian Fairy Tales" by William Trowbridge Larned Henry R Schoolcraft offers a rich collection of stories passed down by Native Americans in the Lake Superior region, preserving their cultural identity and collective wisdom at a time when their way of life faced significant threats. Originally gathered in the 1830s by ethnologist Henry R Schoolcraft, these tales were later adapted into children's fairy tales in the 1920s, yet they retain the profound insights of a culture that has largely vanished.

Send us a message!This time we get a sort of fluffy set of chapters. Yaga is living happily ever after with her new family when the war catches up with them. Yaga has to head to the land of the dead to find her mother, and Vasily has to fight to defend their home city. Tragedy strikes. Will Yaga be able to put her world back to rights, or will her sister win this war? Music is by Alexander Nakarada.Support the show

Among the unique artifacts held in the collections of the Auschwitz Memorial are fairy tales created while the camp was in operation. Crafted out of a heartfelt need, and in the hope of leaving behind a trace of their authors, these stories were smuggled out the camp. Their creators were prisoners employed in the camp's Construction Office. With the help of people on the outside, they passed these fairy tales on to their loved ones. The story behind the fairy tales from Auschwitz is told by Jadwiga Kulasza, a retired employee of the Memorial Archives, as well as family members of the authors: Felicjan Świerczyna, son of Bernard Świerczyna, and Andrzej Czulda, son of Henryk Czulda.=====Voiceovers: Greg Littlefield, Michael Takiff, Kate Weinrieb

"American Fairy Tales" by L. Frank Baum presents a collection of fantasy stories that were originally serialized in regional newspapers, showcasing a tone that is more satirical and tongue-in-cheek than typical children's tales. While these stories may lack the high-fantasy elements found in Baum's renowned Oz series, they are rich with ironic or nonsensical morals that challenge conventional thinking. The collection's unique blend of humor and critique resonates with modern audiences, encouraging listeners to reflect on societal norms and expectations. Baum's ability to weave satire into fantasy makes this audiobook a timeless exploration of the absurdities of life, making it a worthy listen for both young and adult audiences today.

In this episode of Fabulous Folklore Presents, I chat to Dr Andrea Wright about the fairy tale film as a concept, Jim Henson's career in film and television, the influence of the Muppets on fairy tales on screen, and what Jareth would have made of Miss Piggy! Andrea Wright is a Senior Lecturer in Teaching and Learning Development at Edge Hill University. She leads the Professional Standards Framework CPD Scheme, teaches on the PGCert Teaching in Higher Education and is involved in staff development across the University. Her discipline expertise is in screen studies and fantasy/fairy tales, New Zealand cinema, and British television costume dramas are central to her research interests. She has written on production design, landscape, gender representation, and national identity. Recent publications include chapters on the New Zealand short films Possum and Nature's Way for the collection Haunted Soundtracks, and The Frankenstein Chronicles and The Alienist for the collection Diagnosing History: Medicine in Television Costume Dramas. Andrea is also the author of the monograph The Fairy Tales of Jim Henson: Keeping the Best Place by the Fire. Buy a copy of The Fairy Tales of Jim Henson: Keeping the best place by the fire here, using the code EVENT30 to get a discount: https://manchesteruniversitypress.co.uk/9781526166111/ Contact Andrea at wrighta@edgehill.ac.uk 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 Get weekly articles and bonus content at Substack: https://fabulousfolklore.substack.com/ Buy Icy a coffee or sign up for bonus episodes at: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick Find the Fabulous Folklore Bookshop, Icy's social media links, and other useful bits at: https://icysedgwick.com/start-here

Fairytale expert, Kate Forsyth travels back in time to the stories of her youth, to a dark, fantastical and eerie world where cruelty and mischief abound.As a young girl, Kate was sent to stay with her great aunts in Newcastle and there was introduced to the darkness, magic and mystery of Scottish folklore.These stories lit Kate's imagination on fire, and let to a lifetime of study into these powerful stories and the messages behind them.One true story from this period that stayed with Kate was the treacherous and dramatic life story of Mary, Queen of Scots, who, in the telling, was only a few years older than the teenaged Kate.Intertwined with the true Scottish history were dark, fantastical and eerie accounts about cruel and mischievous fairies who would leave their young in place of human babies, as ‘changelings'. This world abounded with magic - hazelnuts that give the power of invisibility and curses that cause boys to dance to their death.These legends also feature brave and ingenious girls who figure out how to rescue the sick and cursed through their own wits and knowledge of the natural world.Further informationThe Changeling is published by Penguin Random House.This episode was produced by Alice Moldovan. The Executive Producer of Conversations is Nicola Harrison.You can listen to Kate's previous Conversations interviews on the tangled roots of fairytales, the dark and violent origins of beloved fairytales, the Russian tale of Vasilisa the Wise and her nemesis, the witch Baba Yaga, the story of a blood red rose, The intrepid and curious Charlotte Waring Atkinson, Psyche, the curious and brave goddess of the soul.This episode touches on witch trials, burning of witches, neolithic stones, storytelling, violence against women, cunning folk, ken, kenning, runes, being in touch with the seasons, old women, prayers, spells, rowan tree, faeries, fairies, fairy queen, changeling, autism, neurodivergent, neurodiverse, dauphin, King James, King James Bible, To binge even more great episodes of the 'Conversations podcast' with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, singers, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

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Italian Traditions & Dances Host: Anna HarshGuest: Dr. Gina MieleDr. Gina M. Miele is a scholar, ethnographer, and storyteller. She holds a Ph.D. in Romance Languages and Literatures from Harvard University and is a professor of Italian at Montclair State University, where she served as the founding director of the Joseph and Elda Coccia Institute for the Italian Experience in America. Her work has appeared in Italica, Marvels and Tales, Fabula, Italian Quarterly, the Paterson Literary Review, The Greenwood Encyclopedia of Folktales and Fairy Tales, Teaching Fairy Tales, and Marvelous Transformations: An Anthology of Tales and Contemporary Critical Perspectives. Born of decades of original research and fieldwork across all twenty Italian regions, Italian Folklore: Rituals, Celebrations, and Ancient Traditions is a beautifully rendered portrait of a living cultural inheritance. Follow her on Instagram at @profgmm.Get her book on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0GQXRT941/about

For the final episode in our 26 part A-Z of mythical creatures we're slipping into some liminal spaces to talk about Fairies!Starting with the question of what even is "a fairy" and how did that word come to be?Should we think of them as handsome and seductive, like in the Romantasy genre, or as nature spirits that need feeding with human blood, via your sourdough starter?Do we still identify with the pagan idea of fairies shaping human destiny as they fancy, or the post-Reformation concept of the fairy as a form of beautiful ghost seeking to lead us to damnation?For most people today they're icons of cuteness and childish whimsy, but why did the Victorians shrink them down and give them wings?Also, why does nobody explain the rules of Fairyland in any Fairy Tales, and what makes marriage so important in so many tales about these poor, fallen, yet somehow powerful creatures?With examples from Ancient Rome to Medieval chronicles, Witch Trial transcripts to the case of the Cottingley Fairies, join us to explore how 'The Fairy' ultimately reflects the shape of human consciousness era-to-era.So feed your green child her broad beans, don't get off your horse until your fairy dog does, and toss your wishes into the river, as it's a topic befitting the end of this series - massive, but also tiny, and constantly transforming to mirror the strange shape of life in the real world...We also hope you increasingly pleased by our new Bestiary episode art, as drawn by our good friend Tom Peteuil of Creature Castle - check out brand new Fairy merch here and visit the Creature Castle shop for prints and other wonderful things here.Speak to you again on Thursday for this week's Lang Fairy Tale triple bill all before Saturday's Local Legends interview with author and Fairy Whisperer Karen Kay!Three Ravens is an English Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on one of England's 39 historic counties, exploring the history, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, we take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon, too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?REGISTER FOR THE TALES OF SOUTHERN ENGLAND TOURVisit our website Join our Patreon Social media channels and sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever wondered why certain stories stay with us throughout our lives?Why are some of us drawn to stories about dragons, enchanted forests, lost voices, impossible journeys, and characters trying to discover who they truly are?In this episode of The Inner Glow Podcast, I explore the fascinating psychology of fairy tales, myths, fantasy stories, and archetypes, and what they might reveal about our own lives, fears, strengths, and personal journeys.Drawing on ideas from thinkers such as Carl Jung, Bruno Bettelheim, and Joseph Campbell, we'll explore the symbolism of the forest, the dragon, and the journey itself, as well as the psychological themes hidden within stories such as The Snow Queen, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, and Cinderella.Whether you love traditional fairy tales, fantasy novels, romantasy, mythology, or simply enjoy exploring the deeper meaning behind the stories that move us, this episode invites you to look at your favourite stories—and perhaps yourself—in a new way.I'd love to hear from you: what story has stayed with you throughout your life, and why do you think that might be?Claim Your Free Hypnosis Recording: "Crowned in Confidence"

Jenna and I are back once more to talk about the 1970's anime, Manga Sekai Mukashi Banashi, this time talking about a couple fairytales from our most recent series, plus their take on The Nutcracker!Follow Jenna Online!Tumblr: ⁠⁠⁠https://still-she-haunts-me-phantomwise.tumblr.com⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/Phantomwise2 ⁠2nd Channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@love-giftofafairytale3849I Heart Animation - Episode 261For links to my latest episodes, all my podcasts, and other social media, check out my Link Tree! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/jonjnorth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For bonus episodes, extended episodes, and more, sign up for my Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/jonjnorth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Originally titled Children's and Household Tales, The Complete Grimm's Fairy Tales contains the essential bedtime stories for children worldwide for the better part of two centuries. The Brothers Grimm, Jacob and Wilhelm, were German linguists and cultural researchers who gathered legendary folklore and aimed to collect the stories exactly as they heard them.

Annabel Rook dedicated her life to supporting vulnerable women, yet her own life was violently taken by her partner. Annabel co-founded MamaSuze, a creative grassroots arts organisation in North London to enhance the lives of women who have survived violence. Her co-founder, Catherine Milne and Annabel's sister Sophie join Chloe Tilley to discuss Annabel's impact and what people can learn from their loss.Money is broken for women, according to the founders of Female Invest - a subscription-based financial education app founded in Denmark. In their new book, It's a Rich Man's World, they explore the life events and systemic obstacles that women face in building and holding on to wealth. Krupa Padhy talks to co-founder Anna-Sophie Hartvigsen about the possible solutions.As part of Radio 4's Once Upon a Time season we're looking at fairytales through a feminist lens. Award-winning author Kirsty Logan joins us down the line from Glasgow and the mythologist and psychologist Dr Sharon Blackie joins us from Cumbria. They tell Nuala McGovern why they believe women need fairy tales now more than ever and, crucially, why we should keep re-writing them for ourselves.In the week that Baroness Amos released her long-awaited National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation into maternity service failings in England, we hear reaction from the Labour MP and Government Maternity Advisor Michelle Welsh.When the award-winning poet Helen Mort became a stepmother, she went in search of literary role models, but was sadly disappointed by portrayals from the fairytale ‘wicked queen' to the put-upon parent of the modern blended family. She talks to Anita Rani about creating her new collection, Stepmother, to re-write the role.Presenter: Krupa Padhy Producer: Kirsty McQuire

Say hello by sending me a message. THE BLACK BULL OF NORROWAYA tale from Scotland. Under a witches spell, the black bull of Norroway is feared, and doomed to walk the world alone. Will he ever find happiness? MAGICAL STORYBOOK YOUTUBE CHANNEL We now have a YouTube channel that you can find by clicking here YOUTUBE  We'd love it if you visited and subscribed for free to our channel! FREE READ-ALONG BOOKS! Learning to read is fun with our free downloadable read-along books. You can follow the words while you listen to your favourite Magical Storybook: English Nanny Bedtime Stories by clicking here -> FREE DOWNLOADABLE READ-ALONG BOOKS.The music:All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ And licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Artist: http://incompetech.com/Midnight Meeting by Kevin MacLeodNo. 1 A Minor Waltz by Ester AbramiPoison Apple by Quincas Moreira English Country Garden by Aaron KennyThe Long Night by Quincas Moreira Nature Nurture by Quincas Moreira The Black Bull of Norroway by Rehannah Mian Support the showwww.magical-storybook.com

From Disney classics such as Cinderella and Snow White, to the fantastical The Red Shoes, darker tales from European cinema like Bluebeard or Pan's Labyrinth, or stories within stories such as The Princess Bride or The Fall - Ellen E Jones and Mark Kermode explore the magical spell fairy tales have continued to cast over cinema history.Featuring interviews with director Julia Jackman, Tarsem Singh and cultural historian, Sir Christopher Frayling.Producer: Queenie Qureshi-Wales A Prospect Street production for BBC Radio 4

Ger Gilroy hosts the Crappy Quiz, as he tries to keep David Wilson, Dara Smith Naughton and Cameron Hill in line on the shoutiest segment across a multitude of platforms! The Crappy Quiz on Off The Ball brought to you by Lynx, “ A Proud Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026“. Smell Your Best When YouLook Your Worst.

Michael Rosen talks to anthropologist Jamie Tehrani about how fairy tales travel the world, ever changing and evolving. He's traced their transmission across oral traditions: the kinds of plots, characters and motifs that endure. From the Iranian Prince Zāl to Little Red Riding Hood's compelling Chinese cousin: The Tiger Grandmother. Jamie Tehrani is Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Durham University. Produced for BBC Audio Bristol by Beth O'Dea, in partnership with the Open University Subscribe to the Word of Mouth podcast and never miss an episode: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/b006qtnz

We mark the passing of actress Dame Penelope Keith, speaking with John Lloyd and Mel Giedroyc about her long career. Actor Russell Tovey plays a troubled police officer dealing with a late night emergency in The Guilty at The Donmar Warehouse in London.Katherine Rundell on updating Cinderella for a contemporary audience, as part of Radio 4's Once Upon a Time series. We discover the photographic genius of Jacques Henri Lartigue, whose work spanned almost the entire 20th century. An exhibition of his colour photographs has just opened in Milton KeynesPresenter: Samira Ahmed

With special guests Kelsie, Hannah, and Jessica from the Reading Revisited podcast, Michael and Ethan discuss “The Little Mermaid” by Hans Christian Andersen, while drinking Craigellachie 13yo Speyside Single Malt..In this episode:First and most important: NO SNITCHINGThere's no rule that says you can't mock husbandsTalking about the end firstGetting what you want vs. getting something betterDevil's Contract: The History of the Faustian Bargain, by Ed SimonLowercase love vs. Uppercase LoveMyths and the myths behind themPride must suffer pain (mean)If the deal is today-only, walk awayPotential uses for a mermaid's tongueIf you haven't been reading fairy tales, they're actually very niceHere's one investigation into the alleged Einstein “read your children fairy tales” quoteOne version of the Children of LirAndersen's Fairy Tales as translated by Tiina NunnellyThere's still no snitchingNext time Michael and Ethan will discuss The Seven Strings of the Lyre, by George Sand! Join the discussion! Go to the Contact page and put "Scotch Talk" in the Subject line. We'd love to hear from you! And submit your homework at the Michael & Ethan in a Room with Scotch page. Join us on GoodReads!Get on our Substack!Donate to our Patreon! MUSIC & SFX: "Kessy Swings Endless - (ID 349)" by Lobo Loco. Used by permission. "The Grim Reaper - II Presto" by Aitua. Used under an Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License. "Thinking It Over" by Lee Rosevere. Used under an Attribution License.(Links to books & products are affiliate links.)

The roots of our community are more tangled than the history that's traditionally been told. Plus the local news for June 26, 2026 and how The Hermitage talks about slavery. Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public RadioHost/producer: Nina CardonaEditor: LaTonya TurnerAdditional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Megan Jones and the staff of WPLN and WNXP

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Hey there, hero!I was just on a call with a potential VO client, and the conversation got around to limiting beliefs in general, and in particular, those excuses we come up with so we don't have to try.This is nothing new. People have been afraid of failure since humans became humans.We look at the potential for failure, and then spend a lot of time creating a story or seven around why we can just take a nap instead.It's risky to try something new.So what stories are you telling yourself so you don't even need to try something new? So you don't have to even come close to risking failure? Let me know in the comments below.REQUEST: Please join this video's conversation and see the full episode on VOHeroes, where the comments are moderated and civil, at https://voheroes.com/what-fairy-tales-are-you-telling-yourself/#Acting #Voice #VoiceOver #Performance #Productivity #Tips #Art #Commerce #Science #Mindset #Success #Process #Options #BestPractices #MarketingWant to be a better VO talent, actor or author? Here's how I can help you......become a VO talent (or a more successful one):     https://voheroes.com/start     ...become an audiobook narrator on ACX (if you're an actor or VO talent):     https://acxmasterclass.com/     ...narrate your own book (if you're an author):     https://narrateyourownbook.com/     ...have the most effective pop filter (especially for VO talent):     https://mikesock.com/     ...be off-book faster for on-camera auditions and work (memorize your lines):     https://rehearsal.pro/...master beautiful audiobook and podcast audio in one drag and drop move on your Mac:     https://audiocupcake.com/The VOHeroes Podcast is heroically built with:BuddyBoss | LearnDash | DreamHost | SamCart | TextExpander | Buz...

John welcomes Princeton professor Eddie Glaude, Jr. to discuss his new book, "America, U.S.A.: How Race Shadows the Nation's Anniversaries.” Glaude lays out the historical pattern of evasion and erasure that the impending MAGA-soaked Semiquincentennial celebration fits into; the meaning of the book's incendiary opening sentence (”I do not love America, and never have, especially now”); and Juneteenth's place on the commemorative calendar. On the heels of the Obama Presidential Center's opening, Glaude offers another controversial take: that 44's tenure was little more than “Clintonism in blackface.” To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Tips and Tricks episode, Caroline and Conor are hosting their first ever book club with the instant New York Times bestselling novel, Lady Tremaine. Rachel Hochhauser's debut novel is a bold, feminist untelling of the Cinderella story, set against a rich historical backdrop. Your well-read hosts start with a spoiler free overview of the book before diving into the book's unexpected darkness and moving portrayal of motherhood, bravery, and survival. Grab your books and start tabbing because this is your official invitation to the ball!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, BlueSky, and TikTok for fun content and exciting new updates!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch the podcast!Dive deeper into the podcast by becoming a subscriber on our Poor Unfortunate Patreon for ad-free listening, exclusive bonus episodes, and more!Join the Poor Unfortunate Fam, our private community for listeners who love the podcast and want to connect to keep the discussions going! On Discord  |  On FacebookIf you like what you're hearing, help us keep bringing you your favorite Disney content by making a donation to Poor Unfortunate Podcast today!*This podcast is not affiliated with The Walt Disney Company.

Spoilers and slippers ahead homies! Movie Breakdown starts at 17:41. Fairytales can certainly be sweet, but they can also be ugly. It's time to decide how far you'd be willing to go for beauty as we examine The Ugly Stepsister. Also, Erika does not find the Prince charming while Roshane can't look a character in the eye. 

Have you seen Shrek's face? Are you a believer? Shrek turned 25 this year and yet the humor - and deeper narrative threads - feel like they haven't aged a day. James looks into this swamped franchise and sees the ugly truth of fairy tales and friendship, why we should probably listen when an ass is talking, and most importantly why we shouldn't be a Farquaad. Watch the episode here. Chapters 0:24 - Welcome & Summary 1:27 - Popcorn Theology Ratings 7:05 - Subscribe, Share, Support 7:43 - Ads 9:46 - SPOILERS! Theology Thoughts 11:19 - The Truth of Fairy Tales 14:41 - Role Reversal 17:00 - Identity & Friendship 20:08 - How the SAVIOR Comes 24:24 - Donkeys & Change 27:47 - Wrap Up 30:02 - Until Next Time… Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and click the notification bell. Follow & connect: https://linktr.ee/popcorntheology Support: https://www.patreon.com/popcorntheology Rate and review to get 2 FREE Popcorn Theology Stickers! Write a 5-star review and send a screenshot, along with your mailing address, to feedback@popcorntheology.com, and you'll receive 2 FREE stickers! iTunes link here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/popcorn-theology/id990110281  #shrek #mikemyers #eddiemurphy #camerondiaz #FaithAndFilm #MoviePodcast #FilmReview #ChristianPodcast #MediaLiteracy #ReformedTheology #christianmoviereview Intro Music by Ross Bugden: https://youtu.be/Bln0BEv5AJ0?si=vZx_YiHK3hNxaETA

TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ SERVES: Violette Rain June 16th | 7 PM EST TitleSongs Like Spells: Healing, Wonder & Reconnecting Through Storytelling TaglineSometimes the softest songs carry the deepest magic. DescriptionOn June 16th at 7 PM EST, Teatime with Miss Liz welcomes Violette Rain — singer-songwriter, storyteller, and creator of musical worlds inspired by myth, memory, fairy tales, and emotional healing. Drawing from medieval-inspired aesthetics, vintage textures, folk-pop storytelling, and magical realism, Violette creates music that feels timeless, intimate, and deeply human. Her songs have been described as “fairy tales written in melody,” weaving together themes of longing, grief, wonder, and transformation. Her debut album, Charting the Stars in Her Eyes, arriving December 2025, follows the emotional seasons of a year — from winter's stillness and sorrow to the hopeful bloom of spring. Through songwriting, storytelling, and emotional world-building, Violette invites listeners to reconnect with imagination, healing, and the quiet magic often lost in adulthood. This Teatime explores creativity, grief, mythology, emotional healing, fantasy storytelling, and the beauty of finding wonder again. OpeningWelcome everyone to Teatime with Miss Liz, where we share real-life T-E-A through stories, creativity, healing, and authentic connection. Tonight's guest brings a little magic to the table. Joining us is Violette Rain — a singer-songwriter and storyteller whose music blends mythology, memory, longing, and emotional truth into songs that feel like modern fairy tales. Inspired by literature, moonlight, folk storytelling, and vintage sounds, Violette creates music that reconnects people to wonder, imagination, and healing through art. Her songs remind us that even through grief and loss, there is still beauty, magic, and light waiting to be found. Violette, welcome to Teatime with Miss Liz. ClosingTonight's conversation reminded us that storytelling and music can become safe places for healing, reflection, and rediscovery. Violette Rain shared how mythology, fairy tales, grief, and imagination can help us process emotions we sometimes struggle to name. Her work encourages us to reconnect with wonder — not as escapism, but as a way of understanding ourselves more deeply. As we leave tonight's Teatime, may we ask ourselves: What magic have we forgotten that still lives within us? Violette Rain is a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter whose music blends myth, magical realism, folk-pop storytelling, and emotional healing into songs described as “fairy tales written in melody.” Her debut album, Charting the Stars in Her Eyes, explores grief, wonder, memory, and transformation through beautifully crafted musical storytelling inspired by fantasy and emotion. Favourite ColoursLight PinkCornflower Blue: One Word That Describes HerIntentional Her S-T-A-RSongwritingThematic World BuildingAutoharpReconnecting People to Fairy Tales & Wonder: Three Words & Phrases That Share Her StoryHealing through myth and memoryFinding magic after lossGrief through a fantasy lens: Creative Identity PhrasesSongs like spellsA myth makerMagical realism through song, Instagram:@vloletterainTikTok:@vloletterainSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/album/0CrWyxuvJGGIboQQRxBm8M...#TeatimeWithMissLiz #VioletteRain #SingerSongwriter #MusicHeals #CreativeExpression

durée : 00:13:53 - par : Emilie Munera, Rodolphe Bruneau-Boulmier - Igor Stravinsky est célèbre pour des œuvres incontournables comme Petrouchka et L'Oiseau de feu. Parmi les autres favoris figure le ballet Pulcinella, un charmant mélange de théâtralité baroque, présenté ici dans sa version de concert. - réalisation : Pauline Boisaubert Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France

durée : 00:13:53 - par : Emilie Munera, Rodolphe Bruneau-Boulmier - Igor Stravinsky est célèbre pour des œuvres incontournables comme Petrouchka et L'Oiseau de feu. Parmi les autres favoris figure le ballet Pulcinella, un charmant mélange de théâtralité baroque, présenté ici dans sa version de concert. - réalisation : Pauline Boisaubert Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France

The miserly Ebenezer Scrooge is a cold-hearted man of business and has little time for the good humor and charity of the Christmas season. But that's about to change. A visit from his deceased business partner sets in motion a night in which Scrooge is visited by the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future. Will his listen to their messages? Will he heed their warnings? Ebenezer Scrooge is about to take a Christmas journey that he won't soon forget. (Summary by Kyle Munley)Genre(s): Action & Adventure Fiction, Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales, Horror & Supernatural FictionLanguage: EnglishKeyword(s): literature (1959), romance (1092), adventure (1062), religion (744), short stories (730), fairy tales (283), instruction (124), ghost stories (49)

Dating horror stories are BACK… but not all of them ended in disaster

Seven years ago last Tuesday, The Emerald podcast was born. This episode reflects on the journey of the podcast so far and gives hints of what's to come, all through the prism of the number 7, which is — to say the least — a mythically important number. The myths often iterate in cycles and families of seven—seven swans, seven dwarves, seven ravens, and seven gates of the underworld. In many traditions, seven represents the completion of a cycle and the beginning of a new one. In Ayurveda, in order for something to be fully embodied, it must pass through seven dhatus, or tissue layers. In many traditions, initiates pass through a journey of seven stages. This recurring 'journey through seven' is not just arbitrary, it is a reflection of nature itself, which often repeats in cycles of seven. The ancients saw seven at play in the architecture of the cosmos, in the musical scales and the spectrum of light and in a world that they saw as expressing through seven cosmic layers. The vision of seven as a number of threshold, passage, and reconnection can be understood through the numerical and geometric attributes of seven itself, which displays strange characteristics not found in any other number. Featuring Nivedita Gunturi singing the seven-note scale progressions of Hindustani and Carnatic music, and excerpts of beloved stories of seven, this episode is a celebration of seven years of The Emerald, and a preparation for what's to come. Support the show

248,071 views, Streamed Jun 6, 2026 #Putin #SPIEF #LipsitsYesterday, Putin delivered a major speech at SPIEF: as usual, we heard about the "growing economy" and the "decaying West." Meanwhile, a gasoline shortage is mounting in Crimea, and restrictions have already been imposed on certain food products, while in non-annexed parts of Russia, food quality is plummeting alongside rising prices. We analyze the key statements from SPIEF with Igor Lipsits and assess the real outlook for the Russian economy.Igor Lipsits' Telegram channels: https://t.me/Lipsits_again, https://t.me/Lipsits_audioYouTube channel: @IgorLipsits_1950Subscribe to the Breakfast Show: https://t.me/tbs_subscribe_botOne-time support: https://new.donatepay.ru/@573440?goal=BSSupport with non-rubles: https://donate.plushev.com

“That's the kind of story, that's the kind of image that I'm talking about—that really just sinks into you and won't let go,” says psychologist Sharon Blackie. Today, Blackie returns to discuss her new book Ripening: Why Women Need Fairytales Now. Once again, her perspective is helping me make sense of who we are at different stages of our lives. For the show notes, head to my Substack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sharon Blackie is one of our foremost fairy tale interpreters.  In her new book, “Ripening: Why Women Need Fairy Tales Now,” she reclaims the subversive fairy tale heroines of the past.  Not passive, well-behaved princesses — think Tatterhood instead of Cinderella, the Fox Wife instead of Sleeping Beauty — figures from centuries-old European folk tales that were whispered over hearths and spinning wheels, and handed down from one generation of women to the next, not as children's entertainment but a blueprint for survival, maps for soul retrieval and cultural regeneration. The brave, smart heroines and wise old women in these tales offer us an alternative, “post-heroic” model of psychological development, Blackie says. A code of ethics based on kinship with the more-than-human world of animals and plants, and a celebration of old-fashioned virtues like compassion, kindness and reciprocity. Fairy tale heroines, Blackie says, don't slay dragons — they make them part of the team. Fairy tales are part of our collective unconscious, a storehouse of archetypes and images that predate the modern world.  There's a bridge back to the enchanted landscapes and animist sensibilities of our ancestors — a gateway to wonder.  In this conversation, Blackie shows us how to unlock their power and find our way back the imaginal world. – Website "The Art of Enchantment" Substack  "Ripening: Why Women Need Fairy Tales Now"  The Nostos Institute Sharon's other books –0:00 Introduction2:25 Why Fairy Tales Are Survival Stories12:25 Beyond the Hero's Journey27:05 Jung, Hillman, and the Imaginal World41:45 Active Imagination and Closing Thanks Wonder Cabinet is hosted by Anne Strainchamps and Steve Paulson. Find out more about the show at https://wondercabinetproductions.com, where you can subscribe to the podcast and our newsletter.

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