Episodes

  • 008 - V Scraps of Folklore 44-54

    008 - V Scraps of Folklore 44-54
    Nov 19 2025
    Dive into the captivating world of Ainu folk-tales, where nothing is off-limits and the tales are as raw as they are enlightening. Originating from the enigmatic Ainu people of Japan, who have called Hokkaido home for centuries, these stories explore the full spectrum of human experience—from creation and love to conflict and survival. Their unapologetic honesty and ribald humor might have shocked the scholarly collector Basil Hall Chamberlain, but they offer a refreshing and provocative perspective for modern readers. With the resurgence of Ainu activism advocating for indigenous rights and cultural pride, these tales are not only a source of entertainment but also an important reminder of a rich heritage waiting to be celebrated.
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    11 mins
  • 007 - IVb Miscellaneous Tales 38-43

    007 - IVb Miscellaneous Tales 38-43
    Nov 19 2025
    Dive into the captivating world of Ainu folk-tales, where nothing is off-limits and the tales are as raw as they are enlightening. Originating from the enigmatic Ainu people of Japan, who have called Hokkaido home for centuries, these stories explore the full spectrum of human experience—from creation and love to conflict and survival. Their unapologetic honesty and ribald humor might have shocked the scholarly collector Basil Hall Chamberlain, but they offer a refreshing and provocative perspective for modern readers. With the resurgence of Ainu activism advocating for indigenous rights and cultural pride, these tales are not only a source of entertainment but also an important reminder of a rich heritage waiting to be celebrated.
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    20 mins
  • 006 - IVa Miscellaneous Tales 33-37

    006 - IVa Miscellaneous Tales 33-37
    Nov 19 2025
    Dive into the captivating world of Ainu folk-tales, where nothing is off-limits and the tales are as raw as they are enlightening. Originating from the enigmatic Ainu people of Japan, who have called Hokkaido home for centuries, these stories explore the full spectrum of human experience—from creation and love to conflict and survival. Their unapologetic honesty and ribald humor might have shocked the scholarly collector Basil Hall Chamberlain, but they offer a refreshing and provocative perspective for modern readers. With the resurgence of Ainu activism advocating for indigenous rights and cultural pride, these tales are not only a source of entertainment but also an important reminder of a rich heritage waiting to be celebrated.
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    17 mins
  • 005 - III Tales of the Panaumbe Penaumbe Cycle 28-32

    005 - III Tales of the Panaumbe Penaumbe Cycle 28-32
    Nov 19 2025
    Dive into the captivating world of Ainu folk-tales, where nothing is off-limits and the tales are as raw as they are enlightening. Originating from the enigmatic Ainu people of Japan, who have called Hokkaido home for centuries, these stories explore the full spectrum of human experience—from creation and love to conflict and survival. Their unapologetic honesty and ribald humor might have shocked the scholarly collector Basil Hall Chamberlain, but they offer a refreshing and provocative perspective for modern readers. With the resurgence of Ainu activism advocating for indigenous rights and cultural pride, these tales are not only a source of entertainment but also an important reminder of a rich heritage waiting to be celebrated.
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    14 mins
  • 004 - II Moral Tales 21-27

    004 - II Moral Tales 21-27
    Nov 19 2025
    Dive into the captivating world of Ainu folk-tales, where nothing is off-limits and the tales are as raw as they are enlightening. Originating from the enigmatic Ainu people of Japan, who have called Hokkaido home for centuries, these stories explore the full spectrum of human experience—from creation and love to conflict and survival. Their unapologetic honesty and ribald humor might have shocked the scholarly collector Basil Hall Chamberlain, but they offer a refreshing and provocative perspective for modern readers. With the resurgence of Ainu activism advocating for indigenous rights and cultural pride, these tales are not only a source of entertainment but also an important reminder of a rich heritage waiting to be celebrated.
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    19 mins
  • 003 - Ib Tales Accounting for the Origin of All Phenomena 11-20

    003 - Ib Tales Accounting for the Origin of All Phenomena 11-20
    Nov 19 2025
    Dive into the captivating world of Ainu folk-tales, where nothing is off-limits and the tales are as raw as they are enlightening. Originating from the enigmatic Ainu people of Japan, who have called Hokkaido home for centuries, these stories explore the full spectrum of human experience—from creation and love to conflict and survival. Their unapologetic honesty and ribald humor might have shocked the scholarly collector Basil Hall Chamberlain, but they offer a refreshing and provocative perspective for modern readers. With the resurgence of Ainu activism advocating for indigenous rights and cultural pride, these tales are not only a source of entertainment but also an important reminder of a rich heritage waiting to be celebrated.
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    20 mins
  • 002 - Ia Tales Accounting for the Origin of All Phenomena 01-10

    002 - Ia Tales Accounting for the Origin of All Phenomena 01-10
    Nov 19 2025
    Dive into the captivating world of Ainu folk-tales, where nothing is off-limits and the tales are as raw as they are enlightening. Originating from the enigmatic Ainu people of Japan, who have called Hokkaido home for centuries, these stories explore the full spectrum of human experience—from creation and love to conflict and survival. Their unapologetic honesty and ribald humor might have shocked the scholarly collector Basil Hall Chamberlain, but they offer a refreshing and provocative perspective for modern readers. With the resurgence of Ainu activism advocating for indigenous rights and cultural pride, these tales are not only a source of entertainment but also an important reminder of a rich heritage waiting to be celebrated.
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    17 mins
  • 001 - Introductory Material

    001 - Introductory Material
    Nov 19 2025
    Dive into the captivating world of Ainu folk-tales, where nothing is off-limits and the tales are as raw as they are enlightening. Originating from the enigmatic Ainu people of Japan, who have called Hokkaido home for centuries, these stories explore the full spectrum of human experience—from creation and love to conflict and survival. Their unapologetic honesty and ribald humor might have shocked the scholarly collector Basil Hall Chamberlain, but they offer a refreshing and provocative perspective for modern readers. With the resurgence of Ainu activism advocating for indigenous rights and cultural pride, these tales are not only a source of entertainment but also an important reminder of a rich heritage waiting to be celebrated.
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    23 mins