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What is Family Folktales? Think of it as story time on demand. Whether you're running errands, trying to make dinner, or getting little someones ready for bed, you can listen to a story or two. The stories may be new to you or old favorites. They may even be different, possibly gorier, versions of those stories you now share with your children. Listen, wherever you get podcasts.

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Nashville, TN

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What is Family Folktales? Think of it as story time on demand. Whether you're running errands, trying to make dinner, or getting little someones ready for bed, you can listen to a story or two. The stories may be new to you or old favorites. They may even be different, possibly gorier, versions of those stories you now share with your children. Listen, wherever you get podcasts.

Language:

English


Episodes
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The Snow-Daughter and the Fire-Son

10/2/2024
A girl who is happiest in frigid temperatures and her brother, who craves nothing more than heat, try to make their way in the world after the deaths of their parents.

Duration:00:09:37

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The Twin Brothers

9/25/2024
Twin brothers both want to go off to see the world, but only one may go at a time. When the brother at home sees a sign that harm has come to his travelling brother, he leaves home to find him. Will he be in time to save his brother?

Duration:00:18:57

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Princess Rosette

9/18/2024
A princess is destined to cause the deaths of her brothers, so her parents secure her in a tower. After the deaths of their parents, the princes free Princess Rosette, who is charmed when she sees a peacock; she declares she will marry only the King of the Peacocks. Will her brothers manage to arrange the marriage she wants, or will she be the cause of their deaths?

Duration:00:38:29

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Motikatika

9/11/2024
A woman angers an ogre by taking water from his pond. In an attempt to save her own life, she tells the ogre where to find her baby. Can little Motikatika outwit the ogre?

Duration:00:10:21

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The Wounded Lion

9/4/2024
A girl is repeatedly distracted from her herding duties by a lion needing her care. When she discovers that he is actually an enchanted prince, will she be able to break the enchantment?

Duration:00:15:04

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Stan Bolovan

8/28/2024
A man agrees to work for some dragons to provide for his suddenly-large family. Will he manage to keep his life and his large payment, or will the dragons renege on their deal?

Duration:00:25:54

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The White Snake

8/21/2024
Each day after dinner, the king of a certain country has a covered dish brought to him that he will not even uncover until he is completely alone. When a curious servant discovers the secret, will it go well for him or ill?

Duration:00:11:58

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The Golden-Headed Fish

8/14/2024
A queen helps her son escape the deadly wrath of his father. When he hires a servant based on his mother’s advice, what strange circumstances will he encounter?

Duration:00:18:12

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Tiidu the Piper

8/7/2024
A lazy young man wants to become rich, but isn’t willing to work. When he follows a stranger’s advice he finds success; what will happen when he thinks he knows better what to do?

Duration:00:31:52

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Fortunatus and his Purse

7/31/2024
Wisdom, strength, long life, riches, health, or beauty – which would you choose? Fortunatus was given such a choice; listen and find out what came of his decision!

Duration:00:17:48

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The Nine Pea-Hens and the Golden Apples

7/24/2024
A prince falls in love with a maiden who transforms into a pea-hen. When she disappears, how long will he search and how far will he go to find her?

Duration:00:23:53

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Esben and the Witch

7/17/2024
The youngest of twelve sons, no one expects anything of Esben. How many times will he have to save his brothers before they realize how much they need him?

Duration:00:27:16

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Rapunzel

7/10/2024
A witch agrees to allow a man to pick all the rampion from her garden that his pregnant wife wants – in exchange for the baby about to be born. How well can the witch control the girl once a handsome prince comes along?

Duration:00:10:57

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The Nixy

7/3/2024
A miller agrees to a bargain with a nixy, promising her the youngest thing in his house in exchange for great riches. When he returns home and discovers his wife has just given birth to a son, will there be a way to save his child?

Duration:00:11:40

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Prince Darling

6/26/2024
Following the death of his father, a beloved prince begins paying attention to the bad influences surrounding him. After he is transformed by a fairy into a ferocious beast, will he ever regain his human form and be able to take his rightful place on the throne?

Duration:00:30:25

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The Wizard King

6/19/2024
A widowed king (who is also a wizard) leaves his castle in the form of an eagle to explore the world. But things become problematic when he flies off with a lovely young princess in his talons! Will his handsome son be able to save the day?

Duration:00:19:18

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The Two Brothers

6/12/2024
What would you do if you were hungry and caught a fish that promised you good luck and the means to go adventuring in exchange for his life? This is the story of two brothers who made such a bargain. Was it a wise choice, or were they tricked by the fish?

Duration:00:21:42

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The Swineherd

6/5/2024
A prince seeks the hand of the Emperor’s daughter, but she rejects him. What will happen when he disguises himself and takes a position as the Emperor’s swineherd?

Duration:00:09:10

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The Story of Hassebu

5/29/2024
A lazy young fellow becomes a woodcutter, but after finding a cache of honey and sharing it with his coworkers, they abandon him and say he was killed by a lion. When Hassebu escapes his trap, what adventures await him?

Duration:00:13:04

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Prince Narcissus and the Princess Potentilla

5/22/2024
When a creepy enchanter sets his sights on marrying the lovely Princess Potentilla, it’s up to the handsome Prince Narcissus to save her. Can he do it on his own, or will there be a bit of magic involved in his attempts?

Duration:00:37:19