Episodes

  • 037 - The Magic Kettle

    037 - The Magic Kettle
    Dec 21 2025
    Discover the enchanting world of The Crimson Fairy Book, a delightful collection of thirty-six timeless tales gathered from various corners of the globe and expertly edited by Andrew Lang. This treasure trove of stories features translations and adaptations of beloved narratives shared by mothers and caregivers in Hungary, alongside captivating tales familiar to Russian nurseries. Youll also find whimsical stories from the Servians, fanciful adaptations from the Roumanians, and enchanting folklore from the Baltic shores, sunny Sicily, Finland, Iceland, Japan, Tunis, and Portugal. Each story invites young readers to explore these diverse cultures and their unique landscapes, all while indulging in the universal joy of nursery tales. Many of the adaptations come from Mrs. Lang, with contributions from Miss Lang and Miss Blackley. (Summary from the preface)
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    9 mins
  • 036 - Clever Maria

    036 - Clever Maria
    Dec 20 2025
    Discover the enchanting world of The Crimson Fairy Book, a delightful collection of thirty-six timeless tales gathered from various corners of the globe and expertly edited by Andrew Lang. This treasure trove of stories features translations and adaptations of beloved narratives shared by mothers and caregivers in Hungary, alongside captivating tales familiar to Russian nurseries. Youll also find whimsical stories from the Servians, fanciful adaptations from the Roumanians, and enchanting folklore from the Baltic shores, sunny Sicily, Finland, Iceland, Japan, Tunis, and Portugal. Each story invites young readers to explore these diverse cultures and their unique landscapes, all while indulging in the universal joy of nursery tales. Many of the adaptations come from Mrs. Lang, with contributions from Miss Lang and Miss Blackley. (Summary from the preface)
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    9 mins
  • 035 - How to find out a True Friend

    035 - How to find out a True Friend
    Dec 19 2025
    Discover the enchanting world of The Crimson Fairy Book, a delightful collection of thirty-six timeless tales gathered from various corners of the globe and expertly edited by Andrew Lang. This treasure trove of stories features translations and adaptations of beloved narratives shared by mothers and caregivers in Hungary, alongside captivating tales familiar to Russian nurseries. Youll also find whimsical stories from the Servians, fanciful adaptations from the Roumanians, and enchanting folklore from the Baltic shores, sunny Sicily, Finland, Iceland, Japan, Tunis, and Portugal. Each story invites young readers to explore these diverse cultures and their unique landscapes, all while indulging in the universal joy of nursery tales. Many of the adaptations come from Mrs. Lang, with contributions from Miss Lang and Miss Blackley. (Summary from the preface)
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    14 mins
  • 034 - The Colony of Cats

    034 - The Colony of Cats
    Dec 18 2025
    Discover the enchanting world of The Crimson Fairy Book, a delightful collection of thirty-six timeless tales gathered from various corners of the globe and expertly edited by Andrew Lang. This treasure trove of stories features translations and adaptations of beloved narratives shared by mothers and caregivers in Hungary, alongside captivating tales familiar to Russian nurseries. Youll also find whimsical stories from the Servians, fanciful adaptations from the Roumanians, and enchanting folklore from the Baltic shores, sunny Sicily, Finland, Iceland, Japan, Tunis, and Portugal. Each story invites young readers to explore these diverse cultures and their unique landscapes, all while indulging in the universal joy of nursery tales. Many of the adaptations come from Mrs. Lang, with contributions from Miss Lang and Miss Blackley. (Summary from the preface)
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    20 mins
  • 033 - The Story of the Sham Prince or the Ambitious Tailor

    033 - The Story of the Sham Prince or the Ambitious Tailor
    Dec 17 2025
    Discover the enchanting world of The Crimson Fairy Book, a delightful collection of thirty-six timeless tales gathered from various corners of the globe and expertly edited by Andrew Lang. This treasure trove of stories features translations and adaptations of beloved narratives shared by mothers and caregivers in Hungary, alongside captivating tales familiar to Russian nurseries. Youll also find whimsical stories from the Servians, fanciful adaptations from the Roumanians, and enchanting folklore from the Baltic shores, sunny Sicily, Finland, Iceland, Japan, Tunis, and Portugal. Each story invites young readers to explore these diverse cultures and their unique landscapes, all while indulging in the universal joy of nursery tales. Many of the adaptations come from Mrs. Lang, with contributions from Miss Lang and Miss Blackley. (Summary from the preface)
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    34 mins
  • 032 - The Horse Gullfaxi and the Sword Gunnfoder

    032 - The Horse Gullfaxi and the Sword Gunnfoder
    Dec 16 2025
    Discover the enchanting world of The Crimson Fairy Book, a delightful collection of thirty-six timeless tales gathered from various corners of the globe and expertly edited by Andrew Lang. This treasure trove of stories features translations and adaptations of beloved narratives shared by mothers and caregivers in Hungary, alongside captivating tales familiar to Russian nurseries. Youll also find whimsical stories from the Servians, fanciful adaptations from the Roumanians, and enchanting folklore from the Baltic shores, sunny Sicily, Finland, Iceland, Japan, Tunis, and Portugal. Each story invites young readers to explore these diverse cultures and their unique landscapes, all while indulging in the universal joy of nursery tales. Many of the adaptations come from Mrs. Lang, with contributions from Miss Lang and Miss Blackley. (Summary from the preface)
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    19 mins
  • 031 - The Crab and the Monkey

    031 - The Crab and the Monkey
    Dec 15 2025
    Discover the enchanting world of The Crimson Fairy Book, a delightful collection of thirty-six timeless tales gathered from various corners of the globe and expertly edited by Andrew Lang. This treasure trove of stories features translations and adaptations of beloved narratives shared by mothers and caregivers in Hungary, alongside captivating tales familiar to Russian nurseries. Youll also find whimsical stories from the Servians, fanciful adaptations from the Roumanians, and enchanting folklore from the Baltic shores, sunny Sicily, Finland, Iceland, Japan, Tunis, and Portugal. Each story invites young readers to explore these diverse cultures and their unique landscapes, all while indulging in the universal joy of nursery tales. Many of the adaptations come from Mrs. Lang, with contributions from Miss Lang and Miss Blackley. (Summary from the preface)
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    6 mins
  • 030 - How the wicked Tanuki was punished

    030 - How the wicked Tanuki was punished
    Dec 14 2025
    Discover the enchanting world of The Crimson Fairy Book, a delightful collection of thirty-six timeless tales gathered from various corners of the globe and expertly edited by Andrew Lang. This treasure trove of stories features translations and adaptations of beloved narratives shared by mothers and caregivers in Hungary, alongside captivating tales familiar to Russian nurseries. Youll also find whimsical stories from the Servians, fanciful adaptations from the Roumanians, and enchanting folklore from the Baltic shores, sunny Sicily, Finland, Iceland, Japan, Tunis, and Portugal. Each story invites young readers to explore these diverse cultures and their unique landscapes, all while indulging in the universal joy of nursery tales. Many of the adaptations come from Mrs. Lang, with contributions from Miss Lang and Miss Blackley. (Summary from the preface)
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    6 mins