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Beheaded, Blinded & Baptized #darkhistory #terrifyingtales #brothersgrimm

Beheaded, Blinded & Baptized #darkhistory #terrifyingtales #brothersgrimm

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In this episode of Monday's Deep Dive, hosts Jodie and Leanne delve into the dark and twisted origins of classic fairy tales, exploring themes of justice, betrayal, and moral lessons. They discuss the original versions of stories like Snow White, the Goose Girl, King Thrushbeard, Godfather Death, and the Nixie of the Millpond, revealing the brutal punishments and moral implications embedded in these tales. The conversation highlights how folklore reflects societal values and the human craving for justice, even when it comes in grimm forms.Chapters00:00 Welcome to Fairyland's Dark Justice01:41 The Dark Origins of Snow White04:59 The Goose Girl: Betrayal and Punishment09:56 King Thrushbeard: Humiliation as Reform12:35 Godfather Death: A Life Coach with a Twist15:35 The Nixie of the Millpond: A Tale of Rescue19:06 Themes of Folklore: Justice and Consequences#darkhistory #podcast #deepdive

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