Podcasts about folktales

This week on Black & Published, Nikesha speaks with Hana Baba the storyteller on the new podcast Folk Tales from Sudan. The first season will feature 10 stories Hana grew up hearing from her uncle, but was uncertain if she should or could step into his role behind the mic. A radio journalist by trade, Hana fell in love with voice, how it could emote, and its expressiveness at an early age though she grapples with what it means to take ownership of oral traditions. Why she's resisting the urge to profit from her heritage. Plus, the reason she believes her stories are a gift to the next generation of Sudanese children on the continent and across the diaspora. And how the current national and geopolitical climate influenced her decision to curate, produce, and distribute these stories, but now also endanger their future existence and proliferation. Mentioned in this episode:Rate & ReviewThanks for listening, family! Please do us a solid and take a quick moment to rate and/or leave a review for this podcast. It will go a long way to making sure content featuring our stories and perspectives are seen on this platform

Folktales are traditions, culture and stories passed down by word of mouth from generation to generation. We all have heard one form of folktale or another. Vampires, werewolves, and mermaids are some just to name a few! But what place do they have in a world of fantasy and magic?---------------Music provided by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Music also provided by Monument Studios

Veteran Oakland storyteller Diane Ferlatte tell us why it's important to own our cultural stories in an excerpt from "The Stoop" podcast. And, Hana heeds the call and launches her own folktale podcast, telling stories from Sudanese folklore in "Folktales from Sudan"

Join Mistress Syren and guests as they discuss "what would witches do?!" The ins-and-outs of the Fae folk, the discussion then turns to Folk Tales and Ettique, and wraps up with some thoughts about how to work with good neighbors. 

Avsnitt 114 av Folksagopodden är här! Och i veckans avsnitt gäller det att trampa försiktigt fram – temat är nämligen ”gå varsamt fram” och bjuder på sagor om människor som borde sett upp med var de sätter sina fötter.. eller kanske varit mer vaksamma på vad som händer omkring dem. Sagor i detta avsnittLivets vatten – hittad av mig i Andrew Langs den rosa sagoboken. Där anges att sagan kommer från Katalonien i Spanien.De oberättade sagorna – hittad av mig i Folktales from India, sammanställd av A.K Ramanujan. Där anges sagan komma från Gondifolket i centrala IndienSnöflinga – hittad av mig i Andrew Langs den rosa sagoboken. Där anges att sagan kommer från Slavonien i nordöstra Kroatien.

On today's show: a San Francisco actor who was recently nominated for a Tony, then how the podcast "Folktales from Sudan" teaches us life lessons, and a one-man band known for using tech and Latin music.

Seguin Art League will hold two sessions of their Summer Art Camp workshop, “Wild Beasts: Animals in Folktales, Myth and Art,” this year. Sessions are scheduled for Tuesdays through Fridays, June 3-6, and July 8-11. Ages 5-9 will attend from 10 a.m. to noon, and ages 10 and older will attend from 1-3 p.m. Each session is limited to eight students. Cost is 5 and includes supplies. For more information, call 830-305- 0472 or come by the Seguin Art League gallery, located at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin.Article Link

Send us a textThe story follows an old man living in the mountains who discovers his leaking tea kettle has magical properties: When he tries to boil water, the kettle transforms into a tanuki (raccoon dog) who makes a mess of the old man's house! Once the tanuki returns to being a kettle, the old man boxes it up and gifts it to his handyman friend, Haruki, who discovers that it can dance! Haruki and the dancing kettle begin performing together, gaining fame and fortune all across Japan. Eventually, realizing his friend had grown tired of traveling and performing, Haruki returns the kettle to the old man, sharing the joy and a hidden treasure of gold.WMI Plus At Home with Kaoru WatanabeSound courtesy of Cliff Hahn SoundSupport the showKeep in touch with us! Join our newsletter

Send us a textThe story follows an old man living in the mountains who discovers his leaking tea kettle has magical properties: When he tries to boil water, the kettle transforms into a tanuki (raccoon dog) who makes a mess of the old man's house! Once the tanuki returns to being a kettle, the old man boxes it up and gifts it to his handyman friend, Haruki, who discovers that it can dance! Haruki and the dancing kettle begin performing together, gaining fame and fortune all across Japan. Eventually, realizing his friend had grown tired of traveling and performing, Haruki returns the kettle to the old man, sharing the joy and a hidden treasure of gold.WMI Plus At Home with Kaoru WatanabeSound courtesy of Cliff Hahn SoundSupport the showKeep in touch with us! Join our newsletter

This is a story about a powerful god, a curious human, and the lessons we can learn about respecting nature. Are you ready for an adventure full of wonder and wisdom? Let's begin!

“This generation of storytellers are ageing. Our elders are ageing. I am the one who needs to start this preservation process — at least in my family,” says Hana Baba, a Sudanese-American journalist and podcaster. Her new podcast, Folktales from Sudan, brings ancient Arabic fables to life in English for the first time. It's aimed at young people in the diaspora who may not speak the language or have lost their connection to Sudanese traditions. As conflict continues to devastate Sudan and displace millions, Hana believes there's an urgent need to preserve the stories, humour, and wisdom of her culture, and pass it on to the next generation.

On this week's episode of Local Legends, Martin is joined by folk musician, editor of Facts & Fiction magazine, and author of books including Derbyshire Folk Tales, Pete Castle.If you're part of the storytelling world then you will likely know of Pete already. Likewise, if you are an English folk musician, as, after a career spanning almost 50 years, including the release of literally dozens of albums, Pete is a bit of a national treasure in both fields.Like a true, traditional bard or raconteur, as part of his musical performances, Pete weaves stories and folky anecdotes into his sets. And as if this wasn't all enough to chat about already, there is also his writing!Pete's books including Derbyshire Folk Tales, Nottinghamshire Folk Tales, Where Dragons Soar: Animal Folk Tales of the British Isles, and Folk Tales of Song and Dance - on top of which he is also the long-time editor of Facts & Fiction, the world's only storytelling magazine.To learn more about Pete and his work, do visit his website at petecastle.co.uk, and otherwise gather in close around the Three Ravens campfire for a chat about the Derby Ram, the English folk music scene from the late 70s onwards, rival groups of lead miners going to war with one another, Little Red Hairy Men, and so much more!We really hope you enjoy it, and will be back on Monday with the first instalment of our Lang's Fairy Tales project!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, the pair 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?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcast Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A story from long ago about a powerful god, a clever human, and the balance between nature and people. Can they all live in harmony? Listen and discover what happens next.

In a faraway kingdom filled with sparkling treasures and curious eyes, one magical diamond takes center stage—until something unexpected changes everything! Join the tale of King Balash, a mysterious thief, and a clever young girl with a big idea. This is a story of loss, creativity, and the surprising ways broken things can shine again!

Every autumn, a grand palace in Persia comes alive with sparkling treasures, glittering gems, and curious visitors from far and wide. But this year, something even more special—and mysterious—is about to happen! Join the story of King Balash, his beloved diamond, and a twist no one saw coming. A tale full of wonder, suspense, and surprises awaits!

A magical tale from long ago about a kind queen, a secret journey, and a very surprising apron! This heartwarming story shows how one act of kindness can touch many lives—and even bring about a miracle. Listen closely to discover what happens when love and generosity are put to the test.

Den som väntar på något gott? Ja kanske känner ni så.. men nu är i varje fall Folksagopodden tillbaka för sin tionde säsong. Och vi drar igång våren i samtidens tecken – Love is blind hann knappt sluta förrän Gift vid första ögonkastet drog igång igen, så inte ska FSP vara sämre – det är bröllopsyra! Hela 44 bröllop, och en begravning, kickar vi gång den här säsongen med.Sagor i det här avsnittetVad vi har konstnärer till – hittad av mig i Folktales from India, sammanställd av A. K. Ramanujan. Där anges att folksagan komma från Gujarati-regionen i västra indienDe 12 dansande prinsessorna – hittad av mig i Myths of the Sacred Tree sammanställd av Moyra Caldecott. Där anges sagan vara FranskDen berättande steglitsen – hittad av mig i Folktales from the Arabian Peninsula, sammanställd av Nadia Jameel Taibah och Margaret Read MacDonald

Hello Witches Join me for a discussion with author Halo Quinn around the power of storytelling, how we can use it in our craft, the fae and the faery realm. Dr Halo Quin is a spirit-led witch, storyteller, pagan author, philosopher, singer-songwriter, and a lifelong lover of magic with a PhD in philosophy. They are a devotee of the Faery Queen, a lover of the Welsh gods, and a sensual witch exploring the divine erotic and sacred nature of pleasure and beauty, to (re)enchant the world. Halo speaks and teaches magic internationally, and offers online classes and a free community through their magic school The Enchanted Academy (TEA). Their books include "Gods and Goddesses of Wales", "Faeries, Folktales, and Spirits" and "Crimson Craft - sexual magic for the solo witch". Find their work at www.haloquin.net Our book review is The Red Tent by Anita Diamant For extra witchy content and The Literary Witches Coven my book club find my witchy Patreon here   - The Witches Institute | creating Podcast episodes, Online Workshops, Grimoire Sheets | Patreon  My website - The White Witch Podcast  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thewhitewitchpodcast?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Find my witchy zines here - https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheWhiteWitchCompany The White Witch's Book of Healing: The White Witch's Book of Healing: Weaving Magickal Rituals throughout your Craft for Sacred Healing and Reclamation of the Wild Witch Within: Amazon.co.uk: Rose, Carly: 9781914447266: Books  Lots of witchy love - Carly xx        

In this week's episode, Dan and Margrethe join Sean Parry as they travel to the land of dragons to explore tales from the folklore of Wales.------------------------------------------------Follow Sean on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/sacred_knot_tattoo@sacred_knot_tattooFollow Margrethe on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/arkeomagsFollow the Podcast on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nordicmythologypodcastIf you like what we do, and would like to be in the audience for live streams of new episodes to ask questions please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NordicMythologypodcastCheck out Dan's company, Horns of Odin, and the wide range of handmade items inspired by Nordic Mythology and the Viking Age. Visit: https://www.hornsofodin.com Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, host Susan Weeks sits down with Owen Kelly, a fifth-generation stitcher with over 50 years of experience. Working from his remote home on the SW coast of Ireland, and inspired by the natural beauty of the wild Atlantic coast, Owen shares his colourful creative journey—from traditional family techniques to his innovative “flow stitching” and narrative-inspired projects. Known for his playful globe-trotting character Seamus O'Comanssy, and his ever-evolving quilt project, Owen reveals how he blends art, storytelling, and textile heritage to create pieces that are as personal as they are visually striking. Key Talking Points: Family Heritage: Owen's lifelong connection to stitching, passed down through generations. Remote Creativity: How life on SW Ireland's wild Atlantic coast and the surrounding natural world shape his work. Flow Stitching: His distinctive, freeform stitching style that tells a narrative as it evolves. Seamus O'Comanssy – The Creative Proxy: The story behind his character Seamus and how it bridges his passion for travel and art, sharing creativity and interesting insights into other people's creative lives. Quilt Project: Insights into his ongoing quilt project assembled from recycled, stitched squares. Commissioned Works: How Owen tailors designs—using personal motifs, astrological signs, and indigenous symbols—for bespoke commissions. Digital Storytelling: His use of social media (Facebook and Instagram) to share his creative process and connect with fellow textile enthusiasts. Narrative & Folklore: Drawing on Irish oral traditions and global folk tales to imbue his work with hidden meanings. Ambassadorship: His role as an ambassador for “World Peace One World, One People, One Stitch at a Time.” Challenges & Inspiration: Balancing multiple projects while embracing the spontaneity of creative expression. Relevant Links: View Links, information & Examples of Owen's work at https://stitcherystories.com/owenkelly Follow Owen on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/owen.kelly.75 Follow Owen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Slavetothestitch Follow Seamus O'Comanssy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555416757284 World Peace, One World, One People, One Stitch at a time (Facebook Group) https://www.facebook.com/groups/968783837184739/ ==============================================================About Stitchery Courses! VISIT Stitchery Courses a brilliant new place to find expert teachers, helpful info & fun courses to learn stitching, making & crafting with thread, fabric & yarn https://www.stitcherycourses.com GET LISTED on Stitchery Courses if you teach you art, craft, skills with thread, fabric & yarn and tap into this unique place to regularly market your classes and courses and get a steady stream of eager new ‘eyes' onto your business! DON'T MISS OUT! https://www.stitcherycourses.com/join ==================================================  Support Stitchery Stories: Please share the podcast with friends and leave a review to help others discover the show. Buy Me A Coffee If you love Stitchery Stories, how about you 'buy me a coffee' and make a donation to help the show keep going? https://buymeacoffee.com/sueweekspodcast Are We Connected On Socials? Why not pop over to your fave social media places, connect and say Hello! I always LOVE to see what you are stitching and sharing! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stitcherystories_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stitcherystories Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SusanWeeksYoutube  

Eggs, rabbits, and pastel colors means it must be Easter. But why? Join Bael and Riff as they hunt for clues about why we do what we do each spring!

Folktales Worldwide: Tales from Vikings & Portugal 14 PRINCES TOTAL IN THIS EPISODE! It's a lot. A LOT. But hear us out!Story 1 from our Viking book: The Giant With No Heart In His Body The good news is the main characters name is Boots! The bad news is that Boots is pretty rude. But nonetheless he's on quest and we're rooting for him. This story has so many twists and turns that you really just have to listen to it to understand. The Wolf has trauma in his backstory. That's all we're saying. •Story 2 from Portugal:The Seven Enchanted Princes What starts off as a bad day of door to door sales turns into Portuguese Snow White we think??? It's either that or a whole bunch of nice people finding each other in the woods until a king comes along and fks it up, because folktales. Anaya's, you tell us: was this Portuguese Snow White??Join our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on Instagram

Dr. Eleanor Janega welcomes Russ Williams, author of 'Where the Folk? A Welsh Folklore Road Trip', to delve into the rich tapestry of Welsh folklore. From the medieval legends of King Arthur to mysterious saints, ghostly castles and even a killer ape, they explore why Wales is a hotbed for folklore. Russ discusses the unique oral storytelling tradition in Wales, its intriguing tales of heroes, monsters, and supernatural beings and how these stories reflect cultural and historical realities.Hear more Gone Medieval:Welsh Ghost Stories: https://open.spotify.com/episode/372E5Cie6GFr1Nv7CC6IOg?si=RCN2S9y7TUaetkCv_u-E7wSupernatural Medieval Ireland: https://open.spotify.com/episode/05WoMMJK9VMM7LiKp3QQ0w?si=uGFFlTqfRt23CcdwTLVKeAGone Medieval is presented by Dr. Eleanor Janega. It was edited by Amy Haddow. The producer is Joseph Knight. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.All music used is courtesy of Epidemic Sounds.Gone Medieval is a History Hit podcast.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe. You can take part in our listener survey here: https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on

This week, Aaron learns that there can be identical triplets, Dusty ranks his favorite Nashville coffee shops, and Brian delves into the history behind some classic folk tales. DeleteMe: joindeleteme.com/NATE Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to joindeleteme.com/NATE and use promo code NATE at checkout Chime: Chime.com/Nate Turn your everyday purchases and on-time payments into steps toward your financial goals with Chime's Secured Credit Builder Visa® Credit Card. Get started today at chime.com slash Nate. Feels like progress. This episode is sponsored by Better Help- BetterHelp.com/Nate Build your support system and give online therapy a try with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/NATE to get 10% off your first month. #ad Bombas- Bombas.com/NATE Bombas is going international! Enjoy worldwide shipping to over two hundred countries. Head over to Bombas.com/nate and use code nate for 20% off your first purchase.

Today we talked about Chuck Norris and American Folk Tales.

Welcome back to The Freaky Deaky, friends and fiends, this week we're diving into part one of what is sure to be an ongoing foray into the realm of little folk. I've spent a great deal of time combing through cultures all over the world, and was absolutely astounded by the sheer volume of lore that surrounds these beings. It seems that practically every single culture around the globe has some kind of intriguing tale about little people. In part one we'll be taking a peek into the Duendes of the Philippines, The Aluxes of Mayan culture and Leprechauns and fairies from the Celtic side of things. Stay tuned til the end for a glimpse into which cultures we'll be looking into next week in Part 2. I can honestly see this being upwards of a 10 part series in the future. There is truly so many different names for these entities, and a lot of them bare some striking similarities. It'll be fun to unravel over time. But for now, we're diving into Duendes, Aluxes and Leprechauns in just a moment. We'll see you on the inside.. ----- Time Stamps: 0:00 - Tiny Little Folk Lore 0:51 - Intro Music 2:12 - Chrissy Chamomile 2:45 - Thanks, We Know We're Ugly 5:25 - The Duende of Filipino Lore 9:23 - Let Us Know If Anything Is Incorrect, Mmkay? 14:27 - Christian: A Pervert Confirmed 14:46 - STORY: The Lechuza & The Duende 19:50 - STORY: My Aunt's House 25:30 - Why Don't Western Cultures Believe? 27:27 - The Aluxes of Mayan Lore 31:28 - Folktales of The Mayan Aluxes? 37:23 - Celtic Lore of Fairies & Leprechauns 39:27 - At This Point, F*ck Superman, Okay? 43:23 - STORY: The Dancing Leprechaun 47:22 - Differentiating Between Dreams & Reality 49:03 - STORY: Leprechauns Are Tiny Nephilim 52:53 - Classic Nephilim 56:48 - Outro -------- If you want to become a producer, visit this link: http://bit.ly/3WZ3xTg Episode Producer: Eric Long -------- The Twilight Zone meets Mystery Science Theatre 3000 meets an uncomfortable Thanksgiving dinner conversation with your in-laws. TFD is a weekly paranormal comedy podcast featuring real ghost stories, Cryptid lore discussions, and true paranormal experiences catering to the week's theme. Fresh episodes drop every Thursday across all podcast platforms, and feature perspectives from both believer and skeptic sides of the aisle. So if you're a fan of haunted places, terrifying paranormal activity, and true ghost stories from real people, you're in the right place, friend. Recorded in an undisclosed location somewhere in the beautiful woods of Wasilla, Alaska.   ++SUBMIT YOUR STORY FOR OUR LISTENER STORY EPISODES++ Email: thegang@thefreakydeaky.com Voicemail: 801-997-0051 ++WEBSITE & MERCH++ Website: www.thefreakydeaky.com Merch: www.thefreakydeaky.com/store ++FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS FOR EXCLUSIVES++ YouTube: https://bit.ly/3goj7SP Instagram: https://bit.ly/2HOdleo Facebook: https://bit.ly/3ebSde6 TFD Facebook Group: https://tinyurl.com/tfdfb TikTok: https://bit.ly/35lNOlu

THIS WEEKS FOLKTALES ARE SO GOOD! We promise you that. So put that in your nail and nail it. Or however the saying goes. •Story 1: The Origin of Magellan CloudsHere's the story of the most passive aggressive village chief ever, and the journey to his snapping point. Spoiler alert, it's lizard people. So. •Story 2: The Clever WeaverThe classic tale of you almost had an easy day at work. But then a cryptic ambassador comes in and you have to summon your war chicken. Annoying. •Story 3: The Straw, the Coal, and the Beanthe three best friends that anyone could have ….until they f-ing weren't. Join our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on Instagram

Send us a textHappy 2025 and "High Five for Jebus!"Join us and find out just what is the deal with the Big Bad Wolf.Ross & Simon along with special guest Pav from The Top 10 of Anything Podcast are this month talking about fairy tales and why just about eveyone of them featured a rabid wolf hell bent on consuming some sort of meat product, be it human or otherwise.There's talk of warewolves, pixies, pigs, kids, your average wolf's penis and Pav makes a shocking discovery about Ross that could have ramifications for literally days to come.The Top 100 of Anything PodcastLinktree: https://linktr.ee/toptenpods Twitter: https://twitter.com/toptenpodsFeatures an audio clip of Big Bad Wolf by Duck Saucehttps://youtu.be/aS-sDm9-H9w?si=vNmka2Q2dreimdk2Who Takes the Socks Off is now a part of the Channel 84 Podcast Network Family!Click here for more informationSupport the showHelp the Socks! Enjoying the episodes? You can help keep the mics on & the episodes flowing (if you can afford to). Head over to our Ko-Fi page & check out the options.Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/sockspodSocialsTwitter: https://twitter.com/whotakesocksoffBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/socks.channel84.co.ukFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/whotakesthesocksoffInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/whotakesthesocksoffReview our thread count (5 stars only please, we're sensitive socks)Goodpods: https://goodpods.com/podcasts/who-takes-the-socks-off-204195Podchaser / iTunes: https://ratethispodcast.com/socksEverything ElseLinktree: https://linktr.ee/whotakesthesocksoffWe're part of the Studio:Channel84 Support Network.Studio: Channel 84 Network: ht...

In this special Folktales episode, we decided to give you something different in the form of FIVE stories that we read to you for the first time on the spot! and ngl, they are a little… middle-fingery. But hey, that's the dice you roll when you play the game of folktalesStory 1: Domingo's Cat In this one, we find a fiscal feline who is both a work horse and giver. The cat can talk, has a magic hole, and trolls bacon (you'll get it when you listen), all normal Brazilian cat stuff. Story 2: Sweet Porridge WHATS ANOTHER WORD FOR ‘STOP'?!? Like, for real. What else do you say in this situation? Anyways. Always take a little pot from an old lady in the woods. Story 3: Their Soft Crowns DiscoveredThis story is about . Fowls are such a weak tribe… Story 4: The Wolf and the ManYeah, but can you fight?? This is a story about putting your money where your mouth is. Don't let men hear it though. Story 5: The Gold Key Literally nothing to say about this one. Join our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on Instagram

Welcome back! Listen this week to hear Piper, Korah (a new friend of the podcast), and I discuss everything we saw at Sundance Film Festival this year! Films Mentioned (by category): • U.S. Dramatic: Atropia, Sunfish (& Other Stories on Green Lake), Bubble & Squeak, Bunnylovr, Love, Brooklyn, Sorry, Baby, Plainclothes, Ricky, Omaha • U.S. Documentary: André Is an Idiot • World Cinema Dramatic: The Things You Kill, Sauna, LUZ, Brides, DJ Ahmet, Two Women, The Virgin of the Quarry Lake • Midnight: Together, Touch Me, Opus • Premieres: Last Days, Kiss of the Spider Woman, All That's Left of You, SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius), Folktales, Oh, Hi!, Jimpa, SALLY, Rebuilding, If I Had Legs, I'd Kick You, Lurker, Librarians, Deaf President Now! • NEXT: Rains Over Babel, By Design, East of Wall • Episodic: Hal & Harper Follow the Podcast Instagram: @otrwithandrew Twitter: @theotrandrewpod Letterboxd: @andymike1209 Follow Korah Insta: @duhhthts.ko Letterboxd: @korahsmith Follow Piper Insta: @pipercjones Letterboxd: @piedpiper5

We're back with a new story from Turkey this week. 'The Crow-Peri' from "Turkish Fairy Tales and Folk Tales" is a really wonderful way to jump back into things, happy ending and all. To get more full stories and early access to all of the Folktale Project subscribe on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/folktaleproject!  

Enjoy a magical tale written and narrated by The Library Fairy, of a most unique and fiery princess and her positive impact to those around her.Support the show This podcast is transforming into audiobooks! Please go to TheLibraryFairy.com and click on audiobooks for more terrific tales.

Welcome to Banter-ville USA, population Madi, Gabby, and you. We do eventually get to Folktales though, and they go like this:Story 1 | Chinese New Year: here's a nice quick, straightforward one, we genuinely have no idea why we were so confused... but this is the story of the origin of Chinese New Year celebrations! You can expect a problematic (albeit only once a year) monster, a "newcomer", and a homeowning granny.Story 1.5 | Gabby's Off-the-Dome Chinese Zodiac Story: we will for sure come back to this one later, but here's a little sneaky-peaky. We love a freestyle here at Spill the Mead.Story 2 | The White Bear King: WHERE ARE THE CHILDREN AND IS THIS BEAR HOT?! In this Norwegian tale, we go for a gosh darn ride you guys... The bear is hot (we think), the princess is a dreamer, the twist is plural. The big take away here is, you can't just be a bear at some point in your life, and then not be hot if you're in human form. Right? RIGHT???Join our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on Instagram

Send us a textEmbark on an enchanting retelling of The Three Little Pigs by Miral Sattar of Bearily Bear Reimagined Fairy Tales. In this imaginative twist, the three pigs are inventive young architects, each using their wits and cultural ingenuity to outsmart a clever, resourceful wolf. Blending rich storytelling with humor and heart, Miral breathes new life into this timeless tale, emphasizing creativity, resilience, and the power of community. Perfect for kids and families looking for an inspiring take on a classic story!"Want worksheets for your class or library? You can download them from https://www.bearilybear.com

WELCOME TO 2025, HONEYBEES!We are SO on theme for Folktales today, we have two for you, both about New Years Day!1.) Bad Little Goblin's New Year: no this one is not about Gabby, and don't fall for it if she asks you. No no, this story is about a little nuisance who goes from choking baby birds for fun, to pranking with a purpose. The character arc here is REAL. CHHHSSSSHHHHHHHH!!! (that was the sound of a cymbal)2.} The Sisters & The Elves: listen HoneyBees, there are 2 types of people in this world. Those who choose to dance with the elves, and those who dare utter the name of God in their presence, thus acquiring all the loot. Choose your own adventure, just please don't dance too hard, break a thigh, and lose your mind... don't embarrass us like that. Come on.Join our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on InstagramFind Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on Instagram

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Legends and Truth: Unraveling the Mysteries of Montserrat Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-01-01-08-38-19-ca Story Transcript:Ca: La boira cobria el Montserrat durant aquell matí d'hivern, i els arbres estaven tintats de blanc pel gel.En: The fog covered Montserrat during that winter morning, and the trees were tinted white by the frost.Ca: Adrià trepitjava el sender, amb cada pas ferm, mirant amb atenció al seu voltant.En: Adrià trod the path with each firm step, looking attentively around him.Ca: Laia, a pocs passos, observava la muntanya amb ulls brillants, fascinada pels seus misteris.En: Laia, a few steps away, observed the mountain with bright eyes, fascinated by its mysteries.Ca: Havien decidit passar l'Any Nou buscant respostes al misteri que s'havia apoderat del lloc.En: They had decided to spend New Year's seeking answers to the mystery that had overtaken the place.Ca: Un excursionista havia desaparegut fa dies, engolit per la muntanya, o potser per alguna cosa més, segons les llegendes locals que tant intrigaven a Laia.En: A hiker had disappeared days ago, swallowed by the mountain, or perhaps by something more, according to the local legends that so intrigued Laia.Ca: "Diuen que els esperits dels monjos perduts encara roden per aquí," va comentar Laia, amb un somriure despert.En: "They say the spirits of lost monks still roam here," Laia commented with an alert smile.Ca: Adrià va fer una ganyota, sempre tan escèptic.En: Adrià grimaced, always so skeptical.Ca: "Les llegendes són només històries," va respondre.En: "Legends are only stories," he replied.Ca: "L'important és trobar proves, no fantasmes.En: "The important thing is to find evidence, not ghosts."Ca: "El camí estava ple de gel i neu, fent-lo relliscós.En: The path was full of ice and snow, making it slippery.Ca: Malgrat els seus dubtes, Adrià sabia que necessitava Laia i la seva intuïció.En: Despite his doubts, Adrià knew he needed Laia and her intuition.Ca: Ella havia parlat d'una senda poc explorada, on pensava que podien trobar alguna cosa important.En: She had spoken of a little-explored path where she thought they might find something important.Ca: Després d'hores de caminada, la boira es va espessir i el vent va començar a bufar amb força.En: After hours of walking, the fog thickened, and the wind began to blow strongly.Ca: Va arribar el moment de prendre una decisió.En: It was time to make a decision.Ca: Adrià va mirar Laia, que estava decidida a continuar.En: Adrià looked at Laia, who was determined to continue.Ca: "Anem-hi," va assentir, mentre es dirigien cap a aquell camí desconegut.En: "Let's go," he nodded, as they headed towards that unknown path.Ca: Van arribar a una cova amagada darrere d'una roca gran.En: They arrived at a cave hidden behind a large rock.Ca: L'entrada era estreta però convidava a explorar.En: The entrance was narrow but inviting to explore.Ca: A dins, es podia sentir el so d'un degoteig constant.En: Inside, the sound of a constant drip could be heard.Ca: Amb les llums de les llanternes, Adrià i Laia van avançar.En: With the flashlights, Adrià and Laia advanced.Ca: De sobte, una veu feble va trencar la quietud de la cova: un crit d'auxili.En: Suddenly, a faint voice broke the silence of the cave: a cry for help.Ca: Adrià i Laia es van apropar ràpidament.En: Adrià and Laia quickly approached.Ca: Allà, en un racó de la cova, van trobar l'excursionista desaparegut.En: There, in a corner of the cave, they found the missing hiker.Ca: Estava viu, però feble i famolenc.En: He was alive but weak and hungry.Ca: Un petit refugi d'emergència havia servit per sobreviure als dies de fred, però no havia pogut sortir.En: A small emergency shelter had helped him survive the cold days, but he hadn't been able to get out.Ca: Van ajudar-lo a sortir de la cova abans que la tempesta que s'acostava arribés.En: They helped him out of the cave before the approaching storm arrived.Ca: Després de tot, les històries havien ajudat d'alguna manera a trobar-lo.En: After all, the stories had helped in some way to find him.Ca: Adrià va mirar Laia amb nous ulls.En: Adrià looked at Laia with new eyes.Ca: Qui ho diria que les llegendes tenien una mica de veritat amagada?En: Who would have thought that the legends held a bit of hidden truth?Ca: Amb l'excursionista segur, van tornar al poble.En: With the hiker safe, they returned to the village.Ca: L'Any Nou seria recordat com un moment d'herois.En: The New Year would be remembered as a moment of heroes.Ca: Adrià va aprendre que les històries tradicionals no eren només contes i que, potser, la realitat i el mite convivien més del que pensava.En: Adrià learned that traditional stories weren't just tales and that perhaps reality and myth coexisted more than he thought.Ca: Laia, somrient, va comprendre que calia combinar somnis amb fets per veure el món clarament.En: Laia, smiling, understood that dreams needed to be combined with facts to see the world clearly.Ca: I així, amb el misteri resolt, van celebrar l'arribada d'un nou any.En: And so, with the mystery solved, they celebrated the arrival of a new year. Vocabulary Words:the fog: la boirathe frost: el gelto tread: trepitjarto observe: observarmystery: misterithe monk: el monjoskeptical: escèpticevidence: provesslippery: relliscósintuition: intuïciónarrow: estretainviting: convidavato explore: explorarconstant: constantflashlight: llanternafaint: febleshelter: refugito survive: sobreviurestorm: tempestato approach: apropant-setruth: veritatto coexist: conviurethe legend: la llegendathe village: el pobleto celebrate: celebrarhidden: amagadarock: rocato disappear: desaparèixerdrip: degoteigcorner: racó

Folktales around the fire, gooding & mumping and the terrifying Hooden Horse are just some of England's winter folk traditions from history. In this episode, Dan explores the unlikely and often dark origins of some of our Christmas traditions that can be traced back thousands of years. He's joined by folklore historian Vikki Bramshaw, to discover what midwinter legends were brought over with the Anglo-Saxon invasion, the origins of the Yule log and some of the unusual ways people passed the long nights in rural England (fortune-telling chestnuts).He also explores the New Forest, Hampshire, with local historian Richard Reeves to find out more about how medieval people survived the cold winters in the woods.You can discover more in Vikki's book 'New Forest Folklore, Traditions and Charms'.This is episode 4 of our 'Origins of Christmas' series. This December, Dan explores the history behind our Christmas traditions—from extravagant Tudor feasts and carolling to midwinter Solstice celebrations, the bawdy entertainment of the Georgians, and the family-focused customs of the Victorians.Produced by Mariana Des Forges.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe.  

Welcome Flora Qian with her first novel "South of the Yangtze," a coming-of-age story of a thoughtful and curious Chinese girl, born and raised in Shanghai during the one-child years.* Flora discusses the origins of the novel which maps some of her own experiences as a young woman educated in China who then moved to Hong Kong. The intriguing novel, written in English, explores the themes of language, relationships, loneliness, and community, against a backdrop of post-Cultural Revolution China. Flora discusses her interest in Chinese characters, how Mandarin and English entered her life, how Chinese sayings and folk tales influence our thinking, the risks of original thought, and how circumstances often hinder our ability to reach greater intimacy with others. A thought-provoking episode with something for everyone. *And could make a great holiday present!Flora's website:https://floraqian.com/Thoughts? Comments? Potshots? Contact the show at:https://booksshowstunes.discreetguide.com/contact/Support us!https://booksshowstunes.discreetguide.com/support/Sponsored by Discreet Guide Training:https://training.discreetguide.com/Social Media:YouTube: @MadActsXTwitter: @Mad_ActsBlueSky: @mad-acts.bsky.socialFB: @BooksShowsTunesIG: @Mad_ActsLI: Jennifer K. Crittenden

Well, well... here's two folktales that both very much deal with animals for you, sweet HoneyBees.Story 1.) Hans the Hedgehog. With a name like that... what can go wrong? Well for starters, TW for child abuse because of the Grimm's of it all, but other than that, this one really can't be predicted (though that did NOT stop us from trying!) Only main takeaway from this one is this: what size were ya'll picturing Hans??Story 2.) Bougoodoogahdah. Our first ever folktale from Australia! And you guys... it's got DINGOES! Like, a totally reasonable amount of dingoes. Like. Between 2 - 400 dingoes. This Aboriginal folktale has its fair share of brutality (which Gabby is like, in super agreeance with) and ends with a tiny bird that brings rain. So. Put that in your pouch and bounce it, mates.

Nalo Hopkinson's latest work, Blackheart Man, is a dynamic sci-fi story that took 15 years to complete. The novel takes readers to the fantastical land of Chynchin, which was inspired by Afro-Caribbean histories and traditions. Nalo joins Mattea Roach to discuss the folktale-inspired world her characters live in, and the process of crafting a utopian novel while battling financial insecurity and chronic illness.

In this week's episode, Dan and Margrethe are joined by recurring guest Tom Muir for another visit to Orkney and the folktales surrounding the island.------------------------------------------------Find more of Tom's stories on his website:https://www.orkneyology.comFollow Margrethe on Instagram:@arkeomagsFollow the Podcast on Instagram:@nordicmythologypodcastIf you like what we do, and would like to be in the audience for live streams of new episodes to ask questions please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NordicMythologypodcastCheck out Dan's company, Horns of Odin, and the wide range of handmade items inspired by Nordic Mythology and the Viking Age. Visit: https://www.hornsofodin.com Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 This episode delves into the essence of Japanese storytelling with three iconic folktales—Momotaro's heroic adventures, the moral lessons of The Monkey and the Crab, and the enduring kindness of Hanasaka Jiisan. このエピソードでは、桃太郎の英雄的な冒険、「猿とカニ」の道徳的教訓、「花さかじいさん」の永続的な優しさという 3 つの象徴的な民話を取り上げ、日本の物語の真髄に迫ります。Support the showhttps://linktr.ee/Sojapanese

Ok, Folktales XXX delivereth unto us some of the best gd folktales we've heard this season!•Story 1: Little Saddle S|utYes. This is the name of this story. Here it is AS PROMISED! This Greek version of Cinderella is unlike ANY Cinderella story you've ever heard, we promise. From murder, a little dash of cannibalism, an unobservant male love interest, and absent parents (for the most part) this fairy tale has it alllllll!•Story 2: The Lenape Tribe Creation MythListen. We LOVE an indigenous creation tale, and the Lenape people have a BEAUTIFUL one! Thank you SO MUCH to listener @ky_elizabeth23 for this absolutely beautiful recommendation! Also, PLEASE go easy on us, we had absolutely no clue that muskrats were Phelpian-level athletes…. Did you??!•Please please please don't eat your mothers, but DO leave us a 5 star review if you're enjoying the pod!️️️️

Send us a textHappy November everybody! On this week's episode, we're both telling stories about man-bears! In Max's story, we're going to learn the importance of pacing ourselves and staying humble, after which Janey is going tell how to make our dreams come true (by agreeing to marry a bear). Enjoy!Janey's Sources - "Winter Tales: Stories and Folktales from Around the World", by Dawn Casey  Max's Sources - The Man Bear“When the Chenoo Howls: Native American Tales of Terror” by James Burchac and Joseph Bruchac Support the showCheck out our books (and support local bookstores!) on our Bookshop.org affiliate account!Starting your own podcast with your very cool best friend? Try hosting on Buzzsprout (and get a $20 Amazon gift card!)Want more??Visit our website!Join our Patreon!Shop the merch at TeePublic!If you liked these stories, let us know on our various socials!InstagramTiktokGoodreadsAnd email us at sortofthestory@gmail.com

 In this classic Zimbabwean folktale, The Midnight Goat Thief, we dive into the mischievous world of Hare and Baboon. Hare invites his loyal friend Baboon on a journey to a distant village for a feast, but things don't go as planned. Through clever tricks and sly schemes, Hare's true intentions come to light, leaving Baboon to learn a valuable lesson about trust and friendship. Join us for a story filled with laughter, trickery, and a lesson that reminds us all to choose our friends wisely.  I hope you enjoy this piece of our history. Sit back and Relax, let me take you back to Africa.Want to support the podcast? You can buy me a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesmthrtoldInstagram: @storiesmothertoldBlack History For Kids: https://tuntimo.com/If there are any stories you would like to hear, please send an email to storiesmothertold@gmail.comAfrican Horror Stories (@africanhorrorpodcast): https://open.spotify.com/episode/2VPWWSATprI9TrSZCAuAW3?si=fSRNyA2DTvif6p7f5mt7hg

John Paizis is the creative force behind Performing Arts Studio West whose focus is elevating the talents of performers with intellectual and physical disabilities. Together with friends of the studio, Mindy Sterling and Debra Wilson, John joins us to talk about their latest project, a storybook which puts a dark, new twist on age old fairytales, Mother Goose Reanimated. John shares his extensive experience in the non-profit space and how the seeds for this project were planted decades ago when he began working with autistic adults and fostering their potential. John, a performer and musician, founded PASW 26 years ago, providing hands-on individualized training, career management, and on-location support for performers with disabilities working in film, television and commercials. They've conquered most media but this is their first book!John shares the themes and inspirations behind the reimagined stories, how the creative team came together, and the collaborative process of writing, casting, costuming, set designing, and shooting a picture book. We also hear about Mindy's personal journey with her autistic son and the challenges that he has encountered. Debra shares how she got her big break and talks about her successful voice acting career (she's the current voice of Daisy Duck AND Ursula!), John tells us about working with Frank Oz and Jim Henson and everyone gushes about their recent experience launching the book at Los Angeles Comic Con!Plus, Fritz is recommending the doc, Maestra on Netflix, Weezy read and loved The Women by Kristin Hannah. And, tasked with sampling and recommending content from our generation, our Gen Z tech, Mason is binging and loving Cheers!Path Points of Interest:Mother Goose ReanimatedPerforming Arts Studio WestPASW on FacebookPASW on YouTubeMother Goose Reanimated WebsiteMindy Sterling on IMDBMindy Sterling on WikipediaMindy Sterling on X/TwitterDebra Wilson on IMDBDebra Wilson on WikipediaJohn Paizis on IMDBJohn Paizis on FacebookThe Women by Kristin HannahMaestra - NetflixGift of DemocracyMedia Path PodcastYoutubehttps://youtu.be/4xp9xEoFQN8

Well... we promise spooky folktales, and good lord do we deliver. Proceed with caution, honeybees!Story 1: The Baba Yaga: VOICE ACTING ALERT! Gabby shows UP for you with the voices in this episode. You'll hear her voice various humans with varying intentions, as well as at least 2 animals... and a door? The Baba Yaga is a witch-type character in Slavic folklore who likes to eat her nieces, not pay her staff, and neglect her pets. So sit at your loom and turn up the volume for this one.Story 2: The Juniper Tree: TRIGGER WARNING!!!! Oh wow. This is the most messed up thing we've ever read on this podcast. Proceed with caution; trigger warnings for child abuse, general violence, cannibalism, and horrific singing. Here is a sickening tale of an ill-fated "red and white boy" (WHAT DOES THAT MEAANNN?!?!?) his EVIL stepmother, his absent yet caring father, and his traumatized little half-sister. This story rambles on and on... and I guess there's a juniper tree in there somewhere too. Grimm's can do the rest of the story telling for this one, we're tapping out.

When a group of thieves break into Damsel the elephant's stall, their unkind and nasty plotting takes its toll on Damsel's usual kind and compassionate demeanour.  Her owner, the king, upon the advice of the Buddha, surrounds her with wise and holy sages, who are able to restore her to her former kind and loving self. A lovely Buddhist tale that reminds us how our thoughts affect our actions.  An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10.  (duration - 11 minutes)   When you sign up as a Unicorn Patreon Subscriber we will send you this special JWS Teeshirt.   Check out our new patreon page patreon.com/journeywithstory We have updated our patreon page and are offering lots of new perks and benefits including special bonus episodes, bonus read-alouds, as well as stickers, coloring sheets, early access to episodes, access to all archived content,  and the chance for random shout outs on the podcast.  We really appreciate all of our patrons as they help to keep our show ad-free, as well as being able to bring you more quality content each month Don't forget - if you sign up for our Unicorn Patreon Tier before October 2024, we will send you our special JWS teeshirt for your young listener    If you want to check out Kathleen's latest story, Ned, the Knock-Kneed Knight, published in Cricket Magazine, about a cowardly knight who learns how to conquer his fears, you can read it to your little listener here    

Tonight, we'll read the final half of the story “Tears of Gold” found in “Folk-Tales of the Khasis” which was compiled by Mrs. Rafy and published in 1920. The original story in the book is titled “The Blessing of the Mendicant”. We first read this back in 2020. The first half of this story aired last week. In part one, a boy named U Babam Doh grows up not knowing that the father he had never known had was eaten by the dragon U Yak Jakor. The boy was bestowed the ability to cry tears of gold nuggets, because the boy's mother had consumed a magical rabbit stew. The rabbit was a gift from a wise beggar. U Babam Doh grows up with another boy that is the heir apparent of his father's chiefdom. This prince grows jealous of U Babam Doh's uncanny luck at winning, and charges him with witchcraft.  — read by 'V' — Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access by going to snoozecast.com/plus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight, we'll read part one of the story “Tears of Gold” found in “Folk-Tales of the Khasis” which was compiled by Mrs. Rafy and published in 1920. The original story in the book is titled “The Blessing of the Mendicant”. We first read this back in 2020. The second half of this story will air next week.The Khasi people are an indigenous ethnic tribe from India. A unique feature of the Khasi people is that they follow the matrilineal system of descent and inheritance. A mendicant is a person who relies on alms to survive, sometimes referred to as a beggar. This person is often a monk or otherwise part of a religious order. — read by 'V' — Sign up for Snoozecast+ to get expanded, ad-free access by going to snoozecast.com/plus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices