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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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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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Host Zach Stewart explores the dark original versions of the folk tales, fairy tales, myths, and legends that laid the foundation for all the movies, TV, and other stories we know and love today. These aren’t the watered-down family-friendly fairy tales you know. These are the grisly originals in all their glory.
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This podcast begins with a fantasy story for young people. This high adventure story is followed by child friendly tales, original and classic! From Simon Brooks, who also reads from Kipling, Lear, R.L. Stevenson and others in the public domain!
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Mythical

The Narrator

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Mythical is a storytelling podcast focusing on fairy tales and myths, but these tales are not the familiar versions you know today. From beloved classics to obscure stories, join The Narrator as she reads aloud a different original fairy tale each week and gives her own thoughts on the narrative.
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Grand tidings and welcome to Beyond the Seas! Here, on this podcast, we explore all the fascinating realms of mythology and folklore, along with the modern-day practice of The Old Ways--to understand how working with the past and present leads us to a more fulfilling future. Stories are so vastly important to me--listen weekly for a new original, short-form tale that introduces each topic. Recipes, blends, practices, and ceremonies meet with the surviving tales from around the world and its ...
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Learn more about the 470-plus songs nominated in the first 90 years of the Academy Award for Best Original Song, as well as the songwriters and singers who made them popular ... or not so popular. New episodes every Monday! The show is nominated for the 2024 Podcast Awards! Thank you to the fans who nominated the show. Winners will be announced September 30.
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Don't let the sparkly wings and princesses fool you! These are readings of the original fairy tales, in all their uncensored glory, brought to you by an aptly named host with a taste for the spooky side. When not reading the stories themselves, you can listen to her and her friends regale each other to "fairy" funny effect. Support at: https://linktr.ee/ChaoslillyCreations Description and Artwork done by Ariel. Audio editing by Scott Hill
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Times are not normal, to say the least, and it is no different here in Fairy-Tale City. There is no virus afoot, but a crime wave has hit our idyllic city. Something is seriously amiss! Fraser Valley Musical Theatre brings you The Fairy-Tale Mysteries Radio Show and our resourceful heroine, Betsy Hardup to life. Does she have the stuff to get to the bottom of these mysteries and set everything right again? Then again, what is the real identity of our quick-witted gumshoe? Set in the early 19 ...
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Faerie

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Welcome to a world where fairy tales do exist, and “once upon a time” is closer, darker, and more dangerous than you imagined. Welcome to the immersive new Parcast original series, Faerie. Available exclusively on Spotify, Faerie follows the investigation of Ryan Bailey—a young woman, who by happenstance, saves a man’s life and is thrust into a secret world of mythological creatures called “faeries.” Join Ryan as she unearths more about their mysterious existence and the covert agency charge ...
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🌟 Welcome to "By Kids For Kids Story Time," where young storytellers from around the world bring magic and wonder straight to your ears! 🌍✨ Immerse your kids in a world of enchantment with our weekly podcast featuring myths, folktales, fairy tales, and original stories. What sets us apart? Our performers are kids aged 3 to 13, each adding their unique flair and creativity to the mix! 👂 Perfect for kids aged 3 to 13, our podcast is not just entertainment; it's a gateway to a world where imagi ...
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A new storytelling podcast where Nicholas Kotar, award-winning fantasy author, retells famous and not-so-famous fairy tales from the Slavic storytelling tradition. Accompanied by original music by Natalie Wilson.
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Join Thomas and his friends on a new adventure in Thomas & Friends™ Storytime, a new kids' podcast series featuring stories from the magical island of Sodor! With new episodes, Thomas & Friends Storytime will feature special origin stories of your favorite engines, magical fairy tales, and so much more. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you listen to your podcasts!
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In this podiobook: Wrightales are original fairy tales for grownups who have never quite grown up written and read by Lisa Wright. Though they follow the conventions of traditional tales, they have more humor than the Brothers Grimm, fewer princesses than Disney, and a lot less gore than Angela Carter. Wrightales take on eternal conundrums like: how to avoid ending up in the middle of nowhere, discovering the Secret to Happiness, and the search for a life that doesn't involve goats. They tak ...
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Original fables, fairy tales, myths, and legends told by a stranger to ward away the evil in all of us (or at least the children) delivered bi-monthly. Stories for Monsters is a Rhetorical Answers, LLC. Production. It is written, directed, produced, and voiced by Fable McDaniel. Music by Rhetorical Answers. Art by Kyle Newbridge.
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Come join us in the Lavender Tavern for original gay fairytales. Each story is about 30 minutes long. You're always welcome to sit by the tavern fire. There are many nights, and many stories. Join us, won't you? We'll keep a light on in the window.
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Disney is famous for taking well-known fairy tales, often from the Grimm Brothers, and creating animated movies. Grimm fairy tales sound about pleasant and cheerful as their name entails. These stories aren’t the ones you’re accustomed to; they aren’t the ones seen in Disney films and are definitely not the ones tell to your toddler. They’re dark and often gruesome. We’re here to tell you all about the original tales. These are the stories behind the stories. This is Dark Disney.
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Once upon a time, many centuries ago, the veil between the realms of the mortal and the divine was nonexistent. Knowledge and information flowed freely, and the gods eagerly imbued their wisdom to all of their followers. After a time, mortals developed a desire for independence, and a young hero found a way to build a barrier that no divine voice could penetrate. Undeterred, the gods patiently waited until they discovered a rather unorthodox solution for their communication conundrum. Mortal ...
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Nothing is too weird or spooky for us to discuss on this weekly podcast! Indulge your curiosity with us every Tuesday as we discuss the darker side of history, the paranormal, and international folklore, myths, and legends. We keep it light-hearted because learning about history and cultures other than our own should be fun and accessible to everyone!
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Many of us are familiar with Grimm's Fairy Tales, or children's stories from France, England, China, India and Germany, but are less aware of similar folk tales and children's stories from Japan. Japanese Fairy Tales by Yei Theodora Ozaki captures the exotic flavor, traditions and customs of this ancient land. Published in 1903 entitled the Japanese Fairy Book, the title was changed in the 1908 edition to Japanese Fairy Tales. Theodora Ozaki was the daughter of a wealthy Japanese aristocrat ...
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Director Rob Marshall (Chicago) and actor James Corden (Begin Again) discusses their latest film. Adapted from the Sondheim and Lapine musical, Into the Woods is a modern twist on several beloved Brothers Grimm fairy tales all tied together by an original story of a baker and his wife cursed by a witch. Hosted by Edith Bowman at the Apple Store, Regent Street in London.
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Talking animals, wicked stepmothers, valiant tailors, cruel witches! Sixty-two stories that feature familiar figures like Hansel and Gretel, Rapunzel, Rumplestiltskin, The Twelve Dancing Princesses and Snow-White and Rose Red as well as lesser-known characters like The White Snake, Sweetheart Roland and Clever Elsie are contained in this volume of Grimms' Fairy Tales by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm. The original volume published in 1812 contained more than 85 tales and this number kept increasing ...
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Welcome to SilverThreads! This podcast is dedicated to narrating horror stories! I cover both fictional stories (creepypasta) as well as true creepy encounters! I post these podcasts as audio directly from my YouTube channel! You can check that out here -http://bit.ly/SilverThreadsChannel
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This is a collection of stories collected over thousands of years by various authors, translators and scholars. The are an amalgam of mythology and folk tales from the Indian sub-continent, Persia, and Arabia. No original manuscript has ever been found for the collection, but several versions date the collection’s genesis to somewhere between AD 800-900. The stories are wound together under the device of a long series of cliff-hangers told by Shahrazad to her husband Shahryar, to prevent him ...
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Join us as we explore the elements of storytelling in a fun and engaging way – through the performance of original stories! Story On is created for kids aged K-5 and aims to inspire them to share their own stories. Subscribe to stay connected. Visit storyonpodcast.com for more information. Proud #kidslisten member!
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The Goblin Podcast is a kid's podcast featuring original musical stories, from acclaimed children's theatre makers. Each episode we’ll be bringing you new musical stories for the whole family to enjoy wherever you like. Our stories are full of catchy new songs and a lot of fun that will inspire the imagination of all ages. From The Legend of the Jazz Penguin (a musical adventure about a little Penguin looking for her sound) to Hey Diddle Diddle (a celebration of nonsense based on the nursery ...
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Secret Grasp Paranormal Podcast

Secret Grasp Paranormal Podcast

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Life is full of things that we can't explain. Secret Grasp is a paranormal podcast that teaches you about the most mysterious aspects of our world. Join host Dustin and learn from his more than two decades of experience researching the paranormal, occult, spirituality, conspiracy theories, urban legends, cryptids, and more. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday morning. Visit us at www.secretgrasp.com
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In a desperate moment, a mage casts an unpracticed spell to save himself, but may have doomed himself instead... Genre: Fantasy Excerpt: Of course Panofus knew the procedures and had run many drills, but he had never expected to use that particular part of his training. He should have paid more attention to the rumblings and rumors of demonic invas…
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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 the Discord for FREE! (limitations apply) » https://www.patreon.com/JonSolo 🔥 Secure Your Posters Before They're Gone! https://meremortals.store ► Messed Up Origins™ Social…
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Snickerfang and Jinx, our favourite goblin siblings, have been looking a little... twiggy lately! 😯🍃 Every day, they've been wandering deep into the Whimsical Whispering Woods to find more mushroomoodles to eat. But even after growing their own, they just can't resist gobbling them up all at once! 😋 Trolla the Troll has come up with a fun game to h…
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As we continue walking through the immense power of New York City, we encounter the HIdden Ones hiding in plain sight. And the cultural, artistic, and performative sides of Manhattan, we realize that the Gods of Old are far closer than we think... WE ARE GOING TO SALEM! Instagram: @beyondtheseaspodcast EMAIL ME: beyondtheseaspodcast@gmail.com Tarot…
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Now available with video on YouTube! Today's episode features a tale about in which a guy makes a terrible decision that would've almost certainly resulted in his death, but it somehow just sort of works out? This tale continues our journey through the hilariously dark and brutal original versions of Grimm's Fairy Tales. Dive on into this week's st…
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First off, big congratulations to Gordie for achieving the fastest fully funded project on Kickstarter in the site's history. Don't believe me? Well just click the link below and see for yourself! Anyway, we also read The Strange Tale of Doctor Dog, whom we almost immediately eminent-domain for our own purposes. Check out Gordie's new Kickstarter! …
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Diane Warren earned Oscar nomination number nine for her song "Stand Up for Something," a song that highlights the motto of future Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall and the subject of the 2017 film Marshall. On this episode of The Best Song Podcast, you'll hear her nominated song that she co-wrote with Oscar winner Common, and the four songs …
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While authorities search for a tiger that escaped from the local zoo, a group of people take shelter in a diner, not really worried about their safety, until a stranger appears who seems to have been attacked. Genre: Fable Excerpt: Sally got on the phone, and I could tell she was calling her neighbor to ask if they would look out for Frankenstein (…
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The Greek Gods were quick to punish any mere mortal who insulted them... but what about when mere mortals insulted each other? The murderers, the thieves, the adulterers? Well, they had to atone in their own brutal ways – and today I'll explain how. 🔥 Secure Your Posters Before They're Gone! https://meremortals.store ► Messed Up Origins™ Socials! »…
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There is a simple and thin veil that separates the worlds. And thereof, with history in mind, it is most powerful and magickal to contemplate the following: what if the Old Gods had never disappeared? For indeed, they have not: and thus, to where in New York City might we begin our search for them? WE ARE GOING TO SALEM! Instagram: @beyondtheseaspo…
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Now available with video on YouTube! Today's episode features what is without question the sweetest love tale we've ever covered (featuring only a LITTLE torture of a side character) between two weirdos who are the same type of crazy, something we should all aspire to in our own love lives. This tale continues our journey through the hilariously da…
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Send over your dead SMS messages. Greetings, listeners. I tried my best. I wanted to leave this podcast. Nobody wanted to hear me complain. I couldn't get anyone to cooperate with me. Despite all of my setbacks, though, Hades wouldn't allow me to go. What kind of nonsense is this? Knowing what I know about him, I decided it was best not to argue.…
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After a brief-but-crucial PSA, and a short check in on the modern AI hellscape we all call the internet, we return our attention to finishing last week's Aztec Creation Myths. Check out Gordie's new Kickstarter! Suggested talking points: The Chuck E. Cheese of Gas Stations, Deceiving Faster Than We Can Think, An Animal That Can Throw a Punch, White…
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The live-action musical La La Land was primed to take over the 89th Academy Awards as the frontrunner for Best Picture, and its chances of winning multiple awards included Best Original Song, where two tunes from the movie were nominated. On this episode, learn more about the men who created those songs -- Justin Hurwitz, Benj Pasek, and Justin Pau…
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Today we're discussing another giant snake from mythology! (How many of these are there, anyway?) 🔥 Secure Your Posters Before They're Gone! https://meremortals.store ► Messed Up Origins™ Socials! » TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@messeduporigins » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/messeduporigins/ » Facebook Fan Page: https://facebook.com/TheRe…
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When Mia discovered who was waiting in the forest to greet her and the real reason for her journey into the woods, she realized her life would never be the same. Storyland is a podcast that brings kids' stories to life for children of all ages. Dive into new worlds, adventures, and magic that spark the imagination! Enjoy original bedtime stories wr…
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Katie tells JC some tales told about the figure Nanabush. These stories come from the Anishinabe and do not belong to us. Thank you to the people who did tell the stories! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nanabozho https://www.richardejaques.ca/nanabush-and-other-stories http://www.our-story.ca/winners/writing/275:the-legend-of-indian-summer#story htt…
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Ah, the curious ways in which the wonders of our childhood manifest when we are older. Genre: Fantasy Excerpt: I woke up to watch it walking into my room through the open door. I didn’t remember closing the door. But I always closed the door, so it should have been closed. Part of its tail trailed off beyond the open door that I don’t remember leav…
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Continuously, we revel in the thought of having the ability to fly. Whether physically or immaterially, it is a gift that is quite rare indeed. But what if—just what if—you actually had the tools to accomplish it? WE ARE GOING TO SALEM! Instagram: @beyondtheseaspodcast EMAIL ME: beyondtheseaspodcast@gmail.com Tarot Collaboration: @thefeatherwitchny…
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Now available with video on YouTube! Today's episode features a tale about a princess who falls victim to a very confusing and unexplained curse, a hero who's a terrible person, and a group of giants who SHOULD'VE BEEN THE FOCUS OF THE STORY. This tale continues our journey through the hilariously dark and brutal original versions of Grimm's Fairy …
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🏰✨ Jorinda and Jorindel: The Magical Rescue! 🦉🌸 Once upon a time, in a deep, gloomy forest, there was an old castle with an evil fairy who turned women into birds 🐦 and paralyzed men who came too close. She had 700 beautiful birds trapped in cages! 😱 Jorinda and Jorindel, who loved each other very much, accidentally wandered too close to the fairy'…
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Pulitzer Prize winner David Lang joins the show to talk about earning his first Oscar nomination, and the process behind writing the nominated song "Simple Song #3" for the movie Youth. Lang details the journey he and director Paolo Sorrentino took to deliver the song, and how a Google search helped him find the lyrics he needed to tell the song's …
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A man keeps waking up in a sweat, breathless, and on the verge of tears, but he can’t remember his dreams. Then one day, he wakes to find something disturbing on his hands. Genre: Mystery Excerpt: And then he woke up. He huffed out a breath and gasped. He was covered in sweat, even though the room was cool. His eyes were still shut, but he felt the…
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Mia loved to play outside and hunt for rocks and gems outside with her dog Gemma. One day, she discovered a black box in her backyard. Inside that black box, she discovered something that would change her life forever. Storyland is a podcast that brings kids' stories to life for children of all ages. Dive into new worlds, adventures, and magic that…
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Send over your dead SMS messages. Greetings, listeners! What happens if you're in a catch-22 that could cost your life? In this teaser, Hassan finds himself in just such a predicament. After successfully fetching the princess's horse, she strikes it down and says that she won't come out of her chambers until the horse is brought back to life. Of co…
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Join me, Kieran, and Nathan King--author of Awakening the Witchblood: Embodying the Arte Magical--this week, as we discuss all things magick, Craft, and ritual. Nathan King's Social Media Handles @nathan_toilandtrouble @witchpath_magick_and_occult_ Author Collaboration @crossedcrowbooks WE ARE GOING TO SALEM! Instagram: @beyondtheseaspodcast EMAIL …
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🌄 One fine morning in Magimajura, Lexi Lightdancer, the ninja pixie, zips through the magical forests and up the Moonshadow Mountains. She wants to invite her old master, Yasashi Oni, to visit their village. 🧚‍♀️✨ 🌳 "Master Oni," Lexi calls out, "come see our beautiful village. It's even more magical now!" Yasashi smiles and agrees. Together, they …
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Now available with video on YouTube! Today's episode features one of the wildest roller coasters of a tale that I've ever covered! This one has tragedy, triumph, betrayal, deals gone wrong, royal relationship struggles, mythical creature inheritance disputes, and some of the darkest moments yet! This one, guys... just wow. This tale continues our j…
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Send over your dead SMS messages. Greetings, listeners! Today, Hades tells you all how happy he is sitting by the Lethe working on his podcast. All is not as it seems, however, for within his message lies another more dramatic one. Can you work it out? If so, feel free to send your answer to Zeus@firesidefolklorewithhades.com and you'll win a $20 g…
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This week we spend much too much time complaining about the Disney corporation before turning our attention to some Aztec Creation Myths. Turns out this isn't even the first Sun our planet had back in the space-goop days! Neat! Check out Gordie's new Kickstarter! Suggested talking points: A Cupcake for Every Occasion, Terminally Tumblr, Floating in…
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Three of the five Oscar-nominated songs from 2014 come from movies about musicians, including a documentary about the final tour of country music legend Glen Campbell. And then there's a comedic song about using teamwork to make things awesome, and a message song about equal rights for "every man, woman, and child." Learn more about these songs, an…
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We have our winner! Step on into the castle for a glitzy awards night where we reveal the Grimmbledon champion, as well as the results of the Special Awards. Thank you so much to everyone who's listened and taken part. We're away now for the rest of the summer. Click here to pick up a copy of our special Aladdin episode to see you through the hot (…
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Send over your dead SMS messages. Greetings, listeners! In this episode, Hades retells the story of Baucis and Philemon. Rather than reading from a book, he simply tells you the tale from his own memory of it. In this story, we explore the concept of Xenia, hospitality given to all guests and strangers--a concept that is sacred to Zeus. We hope you…
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When one flower asks for every passing creature to help her attain the gift of motion, she finds no luck, until she meets a cat named Serendipity. Genre: Fairy Tale Excerpt: Once upon a time, flowers lived long lives. They are now known to be fleeting, for the most part. They bud. They bloom. They grace the world with their beauty. And then they di…
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Katie tells JC about the haunted manor in Bedfordshire, England.The manor was featured on a show about paranormal sightings in the 1990’s, titled Strange But True? It was a private house but now is a luxury hotel and tourist attraction for people wanting to do their own paranormal investigations. During a renovation, a secret room was found and app…
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Today we dive into Greek Myth's DEEPEST nooks and crannies to discuss some obscure Greek Gods you've never heard of! Check out the YouTube version here: https://youtu.be/49-G7IrcXdU 🔥 Secure Your Poster Before They're Gone! https://meremortals.store ► Messed Up Origins™ Socials! » TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@messeduporigins » Instagram: https:/…
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Send over your dead SMS messages. Greetings, listeners. In this trailer, we learn that paying it forward isn't just for humans! No, apparently it's a fashionable trend for the animal kingdom as well. Thankfully, they did because it saved Hassan's life! The tale is unfolding quite nicely, but it's been a much slower slog than I ever thought possible…
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Each of us yearns for a love that is requited and whole, one that surpasses and overcomes death. However, these maxims of living life fully, so as to embrace the Final Journey, are reminders to us all: there are guides, helpers, and spirits that join us on every journey. And it is two such spirits that, today, we venture forth with in our travels. …
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Now with video on YouTube! Today's episode features a tale about a king who cares way too much about a tree, a gnome who loves beating people up for no reason, and three sisters who risk their lives for a bite of an apple (not even in the top 10 most delicious fruits, in my opinion). This tale continues our journey through the hilariously dark and …
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