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We tell our children unsettling fairy tales to teach them valuable lessons, but these Cautionary Tales are for the education of the grown ups – and they are all true. Tim Harford (Financial Times, BBC, author of “The Data Detective”) brings you stories of awful human error, tragic catastrophes, and hilarious fiascos. They'll delight you, scare you, but also make you wiser. New episodes every other Friday.
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Insomnia? Mind racing at night? Worries keeping you up? Tune in for a bedtime story that lets you forget your problems and progressively gets more boring until you fall to sleep. So get in bed, press play, close your eyes, and drift off into dreamland.
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Join Fox and Sparrow as we journey around the world to share Fairy Tales, Folktales, Fables, Myths and Legends. We strive to dig deep into the origins, variants, tropes and modern day adaptations of well-known and unknown tales. Join us on Wednesdays, every fortnight. Detailed show notes on our website: www.talesfromtheenchantedforest.com
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Storyfeather

Nila Patel: Fictioneer

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I'm Nila, and I have stories to tell you. Stories in the genres of science fiction, fantasy, horror, fairy tale, mystery, and mythology. Mortals wield godly powers, eggs appear out of enchanted pockets, sentient substances are invented, and stars are incubated in the hearts of humans. Welcome to Storyfeather.
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Sergeant Jill Evans is a small town cop in Wales with an impressive record in her job, and a less than impressive record in her love life. After three engagements, two divorces and one affair, she’s beginning to worry that love is only true in fairy tales. That is until she meets: Dean. He’s a wealthy beauty entrepreneur with his own range of toiletries. Girl meets boy. Boy meets girl. They kiss and fall in love. Roll credits. But that would be boring, wouldn’t it? Instead, this is a love st ...
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New episodes come out every Tuesday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ Kids subscribers. A good story can take you anywhere. Every week Little Stories Everywhere will bring you magical, adventurous, fantastical tales to excite your imagination and carry you and your family members to new places around the world. Hosted by Oscar-nominated actor Virginia Madsen and celebrated voice actor Robbie Daymond, stories will include timeless classics as well as brand-new tales.
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Welcome to The Fairy Tellers podcast! We explore what myths, legends, folklore, fables, and fairy tales say about cultures both then and now. So grab a hot cup of cocoa and a comfy seat while we retell you a thing. New episodes released twice a month.
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Touch A Life Foundation

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Podcasts that provide your daily dose of inspiration with entertainment. welcome to our wonderland where you could find fairy tales, kindness deeds, passionate lives and everything else that's positive. LISTEN TO BELIEVE.
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Easy Stories in English
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Easy Stories in English

Ariel Goodbody, Polyglot English Teacher & Glassbox Media

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Learning a language is hard, but Easy Stories in English makes it easy! Ariel Goodbody introduces each story, explaining difficult vocabulary and talking about their life. Thanks to their high energy and clear pronunciation, the stories are entertaining and simple to understand. Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or advanced learner, there’s something for everyone. The stories cover a wide range of genres, such as fairy tales, myths and legends, drama, comedy, romance, horror, science f ...
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Trouble sleeping? Want to fall asleep and stay asleep? Then this podcast is for you. Well-produced music and a calming voice will help you drift off to sleep in no time. It isn't just fairy tales it's also stories from famous authors around the world plus delta wave music, proven to help relax the brain quickly. The two together are the most effective way to help you drift off. No loud noises, no ads, no disruptions, great for all ages. Give it a try and wake up tomorrow rested. You got this ...
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Storyland is a podcast with kids' stories for children of all ages. Discover new worlds, adventures, and magic that bring the imagination to life! Everything from original bedtime stories written by the podcast creator to the retelling of classic children’s books and fairy tales, Storyland is a great way to stay entertained and enchanted in a clean environment where anything is possible. Storyland is safe for kids and fun for the whole family!
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Tales of the Echowood
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Tales of the Echowood

Homestead on the Corner | Realm

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When a human traveler wanders through a mysterious doorway, they find themselves on the threshold of a strange inn, lost in another world. Inside, they meet an old sprite named Grael – one part innkeeper, two parts storyteller, and one part deposed trickster god. The sprite uses a series of strange, interconnected tales to teach them about the twisted fairy tale realm they've stumbled into... Only for the traveler to realize that Grael might not be as trustworthy as he seems, and the Echowoo ...
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Join Freya Victoria for Freya's Fairy Tales, where we believe fairy tales are both stories we enjoyed as children, and something that we can achieve ourselves. Each week we will talk to authors about their favorite fairy tales when they were kids, when they knew they wanted to write, how they come up with their stories, and their adventures into holding their very own fairy tale in their hands. At the end of each episode, we will feature a fairy tale that is either a favorite of the author, ...
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Paranormal - Cryptozoology - Ghost stories - Mysteries - Hauntings - UFO's

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Join hosts Lee & Dan as they cover stories on the paranormal, ufo's, ghosts, cryptozoology, mysteries, strange history and personal paranormal stories. The guys will also include some great interviews and listeners real life stories of the strange and paranormal, If you have a story for the show please send them to supernaturalpod@gmail.com Thank you for listening.
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Welcome to Myth Matters, a thoughtful and thought-provoking exploration of the role myth plays in contemporary life. Host Catherine Svehla PhD. shares her knowledge of mythology and depth psychology to find insight and explore possibilities. What do the old stories hold for you? Learn more at www.mythicmojo.com and keep the mystery in your life alive.
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Do you want storytelling fiction, or real horror? Mystery and Intrigue? Repaired classic Old Time Radio Drama's? Join me mates, for over 750 episodes on my NO AD Podcast with a HUGE variety of stories. There is literally a story for everyone on this Podcast and I can't wait to bring them to your lovely ears! 💖
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Welcome to "Bore you to Sleep," hosted by Teddy. Our podcast offers intentionally dull bedtime stories for adults, read in slow and easy-to-understand English. Incorporating sleep hypnosis and meditation techniques, our stories can help you relax and fall asleep. Whether you suffer from chronic insomnia or just have difficulty sleeping, our calming stories can help you unwind and escape daily stresses. We have a variety of stories, including classic literature and fairy tales, to suit everyo ...
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Edited by bestselling anthologist John Joseph Adams, LIGHTSPEED is a Hugo Award-winning, critically-acclaimed digital magazine. In its pages, you'll find science fiction from near-future stories and sociological SF to far-future, star-spanning SF. Plus there's fantasy from epic sword-and-sorcery and contemporary urban tales to magical realism, science-fantasy, and folk tales. Each month, LIGHTSPEED brings you a mix of original short stories and flash fiction featuring a variety of authors, f ...
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Story Time

David Miller & Michael Santell

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Comedians and improvisers David Miller and Michael Santell present Story Time! Bible Stories, fairy tales, unbelievable true stories, classic literature, ancient myths, and everything in between! Come hear a story you don't know, or rehear one you do with a comedic twist! Follow us on Twitter @thestorytimepod ! David Miller @millerd Michael Santell @MichaelSantell Music by Scott Passarella Art by @JetpackBraggin Episode Archivist: Lotan Bar-Ad
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Noble Blood
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iHeartPodcasts and Grim & Mild

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Author Dana Schwartz explores the stories of some of history’s most fascinating royals: the tyrants and the tragic, the murderers and the murdered, and everyone in between. Because when you’re wearing a crown, mistakes often mean blood.
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Kulbeli Podcast in Hindi on Indian History and Kids stories like Panchtantra, Akbar Birbal etc, Hindi kahaniya, fairy tale, Kids moral stories, short stories in Hindi
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Failure to Adapt

Maggie Tokuda-Hall and Red Scott

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Is the book always better? Are they better off as Movies?? Finally, an answer. Author Maggie Tokuda-Hall and Comic Red Scott talk media that moves from one form to another. Whether it's Stephen King books becoming Steven Spielberg movies, Fairy Tales loosely inspiring animated Disney musicals, or People transmuting into Wolves, this is the podcast with the conviction and insight to determine a story's correct form.
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Mr Wolf’s witty (TBC) guide to life’s more difficult challenges may improve your social skills - at work and play. The emphasis is on ”may”. PLUS: Mr Wolf’s modern fairytales such as ”Coldfinger” and ”The Ripped Bodice” will hopefully make your world less Grimm. Follow me ... you know it makes sense.
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Storyberries Radio features stories that you can read at Storyberries.com. All of our stories are free to read online! We offer quality bedtime stories, fairy tales, short stories, picture books, poems for kids, chapter books and comic books. Visit www.storyberries.com to read along with the audio and see our whole collection!
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Welcome to the SweetDream bedtime podcast for kids. With a mix of timeless fairy tales and original stories join us every night for a touch of bedtime magic as our episodes are filled with extraordinary adventures, magical realms, and lovable characters that will send your child to sleep. So get cozy, close your eyes, and let your imagination wander as we dive into a world of bedtime wonders. Sweet Dreams!!!
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Broadcast live from the Towering Forest in the magical world of Grevelon, DEAR LIISPHYRA is an advice radio show hosted by Liisphyra Lyndambar, where she gives advice to fantastical creatures with even more fantastical problems! On hiatus until January 1st, 2024. TALES FROM GREVELON is an episodic TTRPG podcast powered by Cortex Prime. Join Lenral Lyndambar, an elven handyperson, Ashallynniamehra "Ash" Ginggleppossumm, a fairy talent agent, and Paatarak, an elephantfolk arcartographer's assi ...
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Today is part two of two where we are talking to Lilla Glass about her novels. After today you will have heard about writing lyrically, learning the process of things as she went, pivoting as needed while querying, testing out plotting vs pantsing, knowing the major character points and plot points of the series, working with your narrator to nail …
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एक गांव में एक लालची कुत्ता रहता था। वह गांव में घूम-घूमकर खाने की तलाश करता था। वह इतना लालची था कि उसे जितना भी ........ Are you looking for a podcast that offers entertaining and engaging stories in Hindi? Look no further than our platform! We bring you weekly episodes of inspiring and informative stories from popular collections such as Panchta…
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The Pied Piper & Politically Correct Pied Piper of Hamelin & Red Riding Hood We examine the Pied Piper of Hamelin from every possible angle! Kelsey reads us the original Brother’s Grimm tale, a more recent poem based on it, and theories about the real life events that inspired it. Abbie follows up with the PC version from Politically Correct Bedtim…
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Niveditha Shetty Hegde and Ishanvi Hegde, a mother and daughter dancing duo and YouTube sensation, explore their Indian culture and history – and bring smiles to families around the world. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was produced by Joy Smith with sound de…
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Tonight’s reading comes from Tea, Its History and Mystery. Written by Joseph M. Walsh and published in 1892, this book explores the history and origins of tea. My name is Teddy and I aim to help people everywhere get a good night’s rest. Sleep is so important and my mission is to help you get the rest you need. The podcast is designed to play in th…
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Ever wondered what Santa does when he’s not delivering presents? He road trips across the United States, of course! And there’s no shortage of chaos along the way. When Santa’s convertible sleigh breaks down, his vacation plans are all out of whack. Will he get from sunny California all the way to snowy New York? Let’s hope there’s enough Christmas…
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A minor aristocrat, Charlotte Corday could have lived an ordinary life in Normandy in the 18th century. Instead, she took it upon herself to kill the prominent leader of the Jacobin revolutionaries - a newspaper writer named Marat - while he soaked in his bathtub. Support Noble Blood: — Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon — Merch — Ord…
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A woman grows a really big turnip. She wants to pull it out of the ground but she can't. Her husband helps her, but together they still can't pull the turnip out of the ground. How much help will they need? Go to EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/GiantTurnip for the full transcript. Mit dem Code easystories erhältst du das 12-Monatsabo von Babbel zum Preis …
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As we venture into our story tonight, inspired by the whimsical and profound essence of Neil Gaiman's style, let us open our hearts to the magic of the narrative, to the wonder of dreams, and to the boundless landscapes of our own imagination. So, close your eyes, take a deep breath, and let yourself be carried away into a world where dreams are wo…
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remember you can let us know what you think of the show and get involved by sending us your stories to supernaturalpod@gmail.com we can't wait to hear from you, don't forget to join our Facebook groups too Or Open this link to join our WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KPjUuv0Mlkx6u4OPgp5gwi If you want to help us out here is our Tip jar li…
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Embark on a captivating journey behind the lens with Timothy White, globally renowned celebrity photographer, in an exclusive interview hosted by Daphne Royse. Delve into White's award-winning portfolio, displayed in galleries and museums worldwide, capturing the essence of icons like Michael Jackson, Elizabeth Taylor, and the Kardashians. Explore …
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The Thirteenth Hour Podcast #434: Welcome back Adam Crohn to Talk Music! https://archive.org/download/podcast-434/Podcast%20434.mp3 In this week’s episode, my buddy and friend of the show, Adam Crohn returns back to the show to talk about something we have never really gotten a chance to fully delve into – his music. Adam is mostly known as a toy d…
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Cuddly as a cactus and charming as an eel, he’s your new favorite snarky talk show host. Join The Grinch (and his faithful dog Max) each week as he rants against Christmas cheer and roasts celebrity guests like chestnuts on an open fire. Starring Saturday Night Live’s James Austin Johnson as the notorious curmudgeon and broadcasting straight from W…
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Episode 72 Goblins and Antisemitism Support the Show: https://www.patreon.com/CreepycoreandFolklore This episode we dive into how sometimes there’s folklore where society projects their prejudices onto a group of marginalized people by using characatures and stereotyping Resources if you’re curious: https://www.heyalma.com/the-antisemitic-history-o…
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It will be a long winding journey down that holiday memory road with Clark and his family. RBG supports (and in her honor I support)- Friends of Hand in Hand - https://handinhandk12.org/about/ Pete Davidson SNL cold open https://youtu.be/FqGs93VPuZw?si=hjvXNDAOAbY-u8Vx Support the Midnight Mission directly by clicking here. Join Orlando Park Stop i…
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Lizzie Richard Lisa Serendipidy Tom Norval Joe Planet Z The next topic is Trailers LIZZIE “What kind of flower is that?” She asked. “This is a very special flower,” he answered. “What do you mean?” “It’s a contact lens. It helps us to see the future.” She looked unsure. “The future?” “Yep.” She looked even more unsure. “How so?” “Look.” Then, he wh…
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George was a pirate, but he wasn’t a very good pirate. He wasn’t a very good clown, either. But every Christmas, he’d dress up in his clown outfit and visit the kids in the hospital. He tried to juggle, but he dropped the rubber balls. The balloon animals would pop halfway through the twists. He was just pathetic. But the kids laughed, which is all…
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George was a pirate, but he wasn’t a very good pirate. He believed in Santa Claus, The Tooth Fairy, and the Easter Bunny. For Christmas, he left out milk and cookies for Santa. For The Tooth Fairy, well, George Brushed and flossed and wore a mouthguard in battle, so he had to rely on his crewmates’ teeth to put under his pillow. And for the Easter …
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Sandra Day O’Connor went from getting forty job rejections in a row to having one of the most powerful positions in the country. As the first female U.S. Supreme Court Justice, she paved the way for women in all parts of the justice system. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls…
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Head to https://squarespace.com/jonsolo to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code JONSOLO ! Thanks to Squarespace for sponsoring this episode! 🇬🇷 Join me on the Messed Up Origins Field Trip to GREECE! https://www.trovatrip.com/trip/europe/greece/greece-with-jon-scudieri-sep-2024 🇬🇷 » Trova Trip Q & A: https://youtu.be/FZ…
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In this compelling interview, host Chris Salem delves into the expertise of strategy execution consultant Vitaly Geyman. Explore how Geyman frees CEOs from sole decision-making, allowing them to prioritize strategic creativity. Gain insights into building high-performing executive teams that lead dynamic, customer-inspired organizations. Uncover th…
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When the once-inseparable children of the Rain and the Sun quarrel and go their separate ways, they set in motion dire consequences for their parents and for the world. Genre: Mythology Excerpt: When they were young, the seven children of the Rain and the Sun were inseparable. They were magnificent, these children. When they were born, so too were …
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George was a pirate, but he wasn’t a very good pirate. He was good about filing his tax returns, though. He expensed his hat, boots, sword, and other essential equipment. Which is why he got audited every year. “You’re a… pirate?” said the auditor, looking at George’s paperwork. “If you perform at birthday parties, you’re an entertainer.” “No, I’m …
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Mara Menzies and Donna Washington from live recordings in the Apple Seed Studio.(1:08) Mara Menzies tells "How Fire Came into the World" a South African tale about Man's journey over the mountain to stumble upon and befriend a creature called Fire. (20:20) Donna Washington tells "King of the Frogs" a story of persistent frogs who asked for a ruler …
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Get to know Krystal Ramseur who read us the story of Willie Mae "Big Mama" Thornton. Hear about Krystal's work with the National Council of Negro Women and in improvisational comedy. Krystal also shares how she identifies with Big Mama Thornton in their shared efforts to be true to themselves. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based…
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Azahn had been the ninety-third Imperial Foresight to the Dynasty of Silken Flame for only three weeks when he was forcibly retired. His body had been blessed by the holy waters of the Sky-Vein River, and he had earned the named-blade Stalwart Thy Mind, Strong Thy Arm, even now strapped to his back. He had trained his entire life. © 2023 by Martin …
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Let’s page through past paper pointlessly with the joy of toys and meanders. RBG supports (and in her honor I support)- Friends of Hand in Hand - https://handinhandk12.org/about/ Pete Davidson SNL cold open https://youtu.be/FqGs93VPuZw?si=hjvXNDAOAbY-u8Vx Support the Midnight Mission directly by clicking here. Join Orlando Park Stop in supporting t…
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George was a pirate, but he wasn’t a very good pirate. While fleeing British pirate hunters, George tended to get lost among the islands. Running low on supplies, his ship run aground, the crew fished for what they could, and ended up with nets full of turtles. They cooked up the turtles, and devised a plan. George opened a restaurant on the island…
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Colin Winnette* joins Red Scott and Maggie Tokuda-Hall to talk about the Susan Orlean article, Orchid Fever, and the 2002 Spike Jonze film Adaptation. written by Charlie & Donald Kaufman. * Colin Winnette is the author of Haints Stay and The Job of the Wasp. His new novel Users is one of the New Yorker's "Best Books of 2023" and was called "a timel…
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Ever wonder why a jellyfish looks the way it does? Well, wonder no more! Fox and Sparrow retell a Japanese fairy tale that explains the appearance of one of the ocean's more peculiar creatures and the importance of staying in school. In this week's catch-up, Sparrow has caught the Animal Crossing bug and Fox is getting amped for the upcoming Percy …
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Today, Juliana Pónce shares the story of her ceremony at BoardWalk Inn's Croquet Lawn and reception at Atlantic Dance Hall. You'll hear how she and Nick saved money by choosing venues that need little decoration, renting silk bouquets, and forgoing transportation. This allowed them to incorporate one of their top priorities—Disney fireworks—in the …
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George was a pirate, but he wasn’t a very good pirate. He spent a lot of time swabbing the deck. Every now and then, he’d pause and look at his reflection in the mop bucket. Sometimes, he’d talk to himself. The other pirates found this disturbing, and they asked the captain to do something. “Maybe if you stopped shunning him and actually treated hi…
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Willie Mae “Big Mama” Thornton was a Black American blues singer with a unique style and a powerful voice. She helped shape rock and roll as we know it today. This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls. It’s based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was produced by Deborah Goldstein with sound design and mixing by Ree…
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Good evening, and welcome to another episode of the Bore You to Sleep Podcast. I'm Teddy, your guide to a peaceful night's rest. Tonight, we delve into the intriguing pages of "A Treatise on Adulterations of Food, and Culinary Poisons" by Fredrick Accum, published in the year 1820. It's fascinating to explore the historical context of how food was …
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Scotty Phillips is afraid of the dark. Which is tricky, because he just so happens to live in Juneau, Alaska, where in winter, the sun is only out for a few hours a day! With the help of his trusty moose Gus, Scotty sets out on an adventure to reach the Northern Lights before the sun sets. Maybe there’s fun and beauty in the darkness after all... S…
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CW: Spousal abuse, miscarriage. In the UK in the early 19th century, married women didn't exist as their own legal entities; they were extensions of their husbands. Caroline Norton's abusive husband took full custody of their children, and Caroline tried to do everything in their power to get them back. Support Noble Blood: — Bonus episodes, sticke…
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Tonight's story is from the Scottish Fairy Book by Elizabeth W Grierson, and I hope it makes you very, Fairy Sleepy. Until next time, goodnight! Support the show Thank you for all your downloads and amazing comments and reviews! I appreciate it! Please leave a rating and review on iTunes, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Your support r…
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Welcome to the SweetDream bedtime podcast for kids. With a mix of timeless fairy tales and original stories join us every night for a touch of bedtime magic as our episodes are filled with extraordinary adventures, magical realms, and lovable characters that will send your child to sleep. So get cozy, close your eyes, and let your imagination wande…
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Welcome to the SweetDream bedtime podcast for kids. With a mix of timeless fairy tales and original stories join us every night for a touch of bedtime magic as our episodes are filled with extraordinary adventures, magical realms, and lovable characters that will send your child to sleep. So get cozy, close your eyes, and let your imagination wande…
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