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Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore

Welcome to the Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore podcast, a magical corner of the internet where timeless tales come to life! Our podcast is dedicated to sharing the world’s most beloved fables, fairy tales, and folklore with young listeners. We believe in the power of storytelling to inspire, educate, and entertain children of all ages. Our mission is to ignite the spark of imagination in every child through stories that have been told and retold across generations and create a bridge between

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Supernatural Stories for Children: Eleven Mysterious...

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2026/10/11

Enter a world of friendly ghosts, mysterious warnings, enchanted forests and moonlit adventures. This special episode features eleven child-friendly stories adapted from Supernatural Stories on Stage by Julie Meighan.Stories include:• The Talking Skull• The Clever Goldsmith• The Rime of the Ancient Mariner• The Ghost and the Moneybox• The Canterville Ghost• Haunted Halloween• The Seal Catcher• Hansel and Gretel• A Christmas Carol• The Little Match Girl• The Signal-ManThe darker elements have been

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00:16:21

Nursery Rhyme Stories for Children: 12 Classic Rhymes...

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2026/10/04

Enjoy 12 well-loved nursery rhymes transformed into lively, child-friendly stories filled with adventure, friendship, problem-solving and discovery.This episode includes:• Mary Had a Little Lamb• The Itsy Bitsy Spider’s Adventure• Baa Baa Black Sheep• Hickory Dickory Dock• I’m a Little Teapot• Jack and Jill• Five Little Ducks• Row Row Your Boat• Humpty Dumpty• Twinkle Twinkle Little Star• Little Bo Peep’s Adventure• Little Miss MuffetThese narrated retellings are inspired by Nursery Rhymes on Stage

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00:22:41

Oscar Wilde Stories for Children: Six Classic Tales...

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2026/09/27

Enter the imaginative world of Oscar Wilde with six child-friendly retellings exploring kindness, friendship, courage, generosity and pride.This episode includes:• The Happy Prince• The Selfish Giant• The Canterville Ghost• The Devoted Friend• The Remarkable Rocket• The Nightingale and the RoseThese newly written adaptations are inspired by the stories featured in Oscar Wilde’s Stories on Stage by Julie Meighan. They have been adapted especially for young listeners and do not reproduce Oscar Wilde’s

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00:25:06

Beatrix Potter Stories for Children - Six Classic...

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2026/09/20

Step into the charming countryside world of Beatrix Potter with six lively, child-friendly stories filled with curious animals, playful adventures and gentle lessons.This episode features:• The Story of Peter Rabbit• The Story of Benjamin Bunny• The Story of Jemima Puddle-Duck• The Story of Tom Kitten• The Story of Squirrel Nutkin• The Story of Mrs Tiggy-WinkleThese stories are adapted from Beatrix Potter’s Stories on Stage by Julie Meighan—a collection of accessible play scripts created for

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00:11:57

Just So Stories - How Animals came to be

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2026/09/17

Have you ever wondered how the elephant got his trunk, the leopard got his spots or the camel got his hump? Enjoy six imaginative animal tales adapted from Just So Stories on Stage by Julie Meighan. Featuring elephants, whales, armadillos, rhinoceroses and more, this child-friendly collection is filled with humour, adventure and wonderfully impossible explanations of the natural world.This episode includes:How the Elephant Got His TrunkHow the Leopard Got His SpotsHow the Camel Got His HumpHow the

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00:16:51

Grimm's Fairytales

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2026/08/14

Enjoy nine well-known stories from the Brothers Grimm in this special fairytale collection.Meet the helpful Elves and the Shoemaker, travel with the Musicians of Bremen, escape from the witch with Hansel and Gretel, and discover the secret name of Rumpelstiltskin.Also included are Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, The Cat and the Mouse, The Frog Prince, Little Red Riding Hood and The Pied Piper of Hamelin.These stories are adapted from my book *Grimm’s Fairytales on Stage*, a collection of short

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00:25:08

Greek Myths on Stage

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2026/08/14

Travel back to ancient Greece and meet gods, heroes and magical creatures in this collection of nine Greek myths.Hear the story of King Midas and his golden touch, follow Theseus into the Minotaur’s labyrinth, fly with Pegasus, search for the Golden Fleece with Jason and the Argonauts, and join Heracles on his amazing adventures.Also included are Echo and Narcissus, Demeter and Persephone, Icarus and Daedalus, and Pandora’s Box.These stories are adapted from my book Greek Myths on Stage, a

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00:22:40

Gratitude Stories for Children

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2026/08/09

Discover the power of gratitude in this special story collection from Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore.Meet a selfless butterfly, a boy with a magic paintbrush, a thankful turkey, a determined little engine, a friendly ghost and many more memorable characters. Each story encourages children to notice kindness, appreciate everyday experiences and understand how gratitude can be expressed through both words and actions.This collection includes:The Selfless ButterflyThe Magic PaintbrushThe

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00:20:19

More Aesop's Fables for Children

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2026/08/09

Enjoy thirteen entertaining Aesop’s fables retold for children and families in this special story collection from Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore.Meet a proud oak tree, a donkey disguised as a lion, a disappointed fox, two travellers facing a bear, a jealous camel, some courageous little mice and many more memorable characters.This collection includes:The Oak Tree and the ReedsThe Donkey in the Lion’s SkinThe Fox and the GrapesThe Bear and the Two TravellersThe Fox and the StorkThe Stag at

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00:33:01

Buddha Stories for Children | Timeless Tales of...

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2026/08/07

Welcome to Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore, where classic stories from around the world are brought to life through engaging storytelling for children, families and anyone who loves timeless tales.In this special collection, you'll hear inspiring Buddha stories about kindness, patience, generosity, compassion, courage, wisdom and finding peace. From The Enlightenment of the Buddha to The Greedy Crow, The Buffalo and the Monkey, The Noble Monkey, The Buddha and Angulimala, and many more,

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00:32:36

Aesop’s Fables for Children | 18 Classic Stories in...

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2026/08/07

Enjoy 18 classic Aesop’s fables retold for children in a simple, engaging storytelling style.In this special episode of Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore, you’ll hear well-known stories including The Lion and the Mouse, The Hare and the Tortoise, The Boy Who Cried Wolf, The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse, The Fox and the Crow, The Sun and the North Wind, The Ant and the Dove and many more.Each story is short and easy to follow, with memorable animal characters and a simple moral at the

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00:02:57

The Story of a Mother

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2025/02/23

The Story of a Mother, a touching Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale about a mother’s journey to save her child, facing love, loss, and sacrifice.

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00:02:35

The Old House

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2025/02/22

The Old House, a touching Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale about a lonely old man, a curious boy, and a wooden soldier that keeps memories alive.

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00:04:24

The Shadow

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2025/02/21

The Shadow, a mysterious fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen about a scholar whose shadow comes to life, gaining power while he loses everything.

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00:03:39

The Swineherd

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2025/02/20

The Swineherd, a fun fairy tale about a clever prince who disguises himself to test a vain princess, teaching a lesson about true love and values.

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00:05:08

The Shepherdess and the Chinmey Sweep

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2025/02/19

Enjoy The Shepherdess and the Chimney Sweep, a heartwarming fairy tale about two china figurines who risk everything for love in a whimsical adventure.

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00:05:08

The Tinderbox

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2025/02/18

Discover The Tinderbox, a thrilling fairy tale for kids! Follow a brave soldier as he unlocks magic, riches, and adventure with a mysterious tinderbox.

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00:03:37

The Wild Swans

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2025/02/17

Discover The Wild Swans, a magical fairy tale for kids! Follow Princess Eliza’s brave journey to save her brothers, turned into swans by an evil queen.

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00:03:11

The Flying Trunk

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2025/02/16

The Flying Trunk, a magical Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale about a young man who soars through the sky, wins a princess’s heart, and faces his fate.

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00:03:31

The Red Shoes

Famous Fables, Fairytales and Folklore ·

2025/02/16

Discover The Red Shoes, a magical and engaging fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen, rewritten for 7-8 year olds with rich dialogue and a heartwarming lesson. Follow Karen’s journey as she learns that kindness is more valuable than vanity in this beautifully adapted children's story. Perfect for bedtime reading and young readers who love classic fairy tales!

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