Willing & Fable
182 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago -Looking for a new, inclusive take on history and mythology? Look no further than 'Willing and Fable,' a woman-run, feminist, and LGBTQ+ podcast hosted by Rowan Hall and Tracey Harrison.
Each week, Rowan and Tracey bring to light the often overlooked and underrepresented stories of men, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals, challenging traditional and biased accounts of the past.
From ancient civilizations to modern times, 'Willing and Fable' offers engaging discussions, in depth research, and original stories that will inspire you to make a positive impact in your own community.
Don't miss out on this unique podcast – subscribe to 'Willing and Fable' today and join Rowan and Tracey on their journey through history, mystery, and mythology.
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Episode 82 - “Let’s Lysistrata The Men” - Roe v. Wade, Sex Strikes, and Chainsaws
May 24, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 89.7 MBThe podcast is getting heated this week! Rowan explains why the world keeps referencing the Ancient Greek play “Lysistrata” in the wake of Judge Alito’s draft opinion overturning Roe v. Wade. She also teaches us about the history of sex strikes, Romania’s Decree 770 outlawing abortion, and how the chainsaw was actually invented for use in childbirth. Sources Politico https://www.politico.com/news/2022/05/02/supreme-court-abortion-draft-opinion-00029473 The Outrage https://www.the-outra...
Episode 81 - Dido Elizabeth Belle - Black Representation in Georgian Society
May 17, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBThis week Tracey talks about a painting that sparked centuries of speculation and debate. That painting is of Dido Elizabeth Belle, a mixed raced woman in high society and her cousin Elizabeth Murray. Join us as we discuss society, culture, and race in Georgian England. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dido_Elizabeth_Belle https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Belle_(2013_film) Jane Austens World https://janeaustensworld.com/tag/cost-of-living-in-regency-england/ Reclaiming ...
Ep 81 - Dido Elizabeth Belle - Black Representation in Georgian Society
May 17, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBThis week Tracey talks about a painting that sparked centuries of speculation and debate. That painting is of Dido Elizabeth Belle, a mixed raced woman in high society and her cousin Elizabeth Murray. Join us as we discuss society, culture, and race in Georgian England. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dido_Elizabeth_Belle https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Belle_(2013_film) Jane Austens World https://janeaustensworld.com/tag/cost-of-living-in-regency-england/ Reclaiming ...
Ep 80 - Orpheus and Eurydice Part 2 - Feat. Spenser Starke
May 10, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBThis week, friend of the pod Spenser Starke is back! He and Rowan continue their exploration of the famous Ancient Greek myth of “Orpheus and Eurydice”. Spenser Starke is a game designer at Critical Role, one of the designers behind the TTRPG “Kids on Brooms” and he’s also the brilliant mind behind “Icarus: A Storytelling Game About How Great Civilizations Fall”. His latest game, “Alice is Missing” was recognized in 2021 with multiple Ennie awards and is a personal fave of our W&F hosts. ...
Episode 80 - Orpheus and Eurydice Part 2 - Feat. Spenser Starke
May 10, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBThis week, friend of the pod Spenser Starke is back! He and Rowan continue their exploration of the famous Ancient Greek myth of “Orpheus and Eurydice”. Spenser Starke is a game designer at Critical Role, one of the designers behind the TTRPG “Kids on Brooms” and he’s also the brilliant mind behind “Icarus: A Storytelling Game About How Great Civilizations Fall”. His latest game, “Alice is Missing” was recognized in 2021 with multiple Ennie awards and is a personal fave of our W&F hosts. ...
Episode 79 - Orpheus and Eurydice Part 1 - Feat. Spenser Starke
May 03, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 77.5 MBThis week, friend of the pod Spenser Starke joins Rowan in a discussion about the famous Ancient Greek myth of “Orpheus and Eurydice”. Spenser Starke is a game designer at Critical Role, one of the designers behind the TTRPG “Kids on Brooms” and he’s also the brilliant mind behind “Icarus: A Storytelling Game About How Great Civilizations Fall”. His latest game, “Alice is Missing” was recognized in 2021 with multiple Ennie awards and is a personal fave of our W&F hosts. Get ready for the ...
Ep 79 - Orpheus and Eurydice Part 1 - Feat. Spenser Starke
May 03, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 77.5 MBThis week, friend of the pod Spenser Starke joins Rowan in a discussion about the famous Ancient Greek myth of “Orpheus and Eurydice”. Spenser Starke is a game designer at Critical Role, one of the designers behind the TTRPG “Kids on Brooms” and he’s also the brilliant mind behind “Icarus: A Storytelling Game About How Great Civilizations Fall”. His latest game, “Alice is Missing” was recognized in 2021 with multiple Ennie awards and is a personal fave of our W&F hosts. Get ready for the ...
Episode 78 - The Wizard & The Rogue Chapter 8 - The Orrery
April 26, 2022 10:00 - 52 minutes - 45.7 MBThea has successfully convinced her old friend, the very nervous librarian Byron, to join the team and gain them access to the restricted portion of the Lassera Library. Now, the unlikely trio should be able to steal the heretical texts fairly easily…If Roslyn can cause a large enough distraction to stop the city guard from catching them (again). To hear the previous chapter of The Wizard & The Rogue, join us in Episode 72.
Ep 78 - The Wizard & The Rogue Chapter 8 - The Orrery
April 26, 2022 10:00 - 52 minutes - 45.7 MBThea has successfully convinced her old friend, the very nervous librarian Byron, to join the team and gain them access to the restricted portion of the Lassera Library. Now, the unlikely trio should be able to steal the heretical texts fairly easily…If Roslyn can cause a large enough distraction to stop the city guard from catching them (again). To hear the previous chapter of The Wizard & The Rogue, join us in Episode 72.
Ep 77 - Cerberus - The Good Boy Who Guards the Underworld
March 29, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 54.8 MBWe love a good dog! This week the pair explores the stories that surround one of the most famous dogs in history — Cerberus, the three headed hound who guards the Underworld. If you want to support the show check us out on Patreon at patreon.com/willingandfable or check out our merch at willingandfable.com/merch Follow us everywhere @WillingAndFable Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cerberus https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aconitum Greek Gods and Goddesses https://greekgo...
Episode 77 - Cerberus - The Good Boy Who Guards the Underworld
March 29, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 54.8 MBWe love a good dog! This week the pair explores the stories that surround one of the most famous dogs in history — Cerberus, the three headed hound who guards the Underworld. If you want to support the show check us out on Patreon at patreon.com/willingandfable or check out our merch at willingandfable.com/merch Follow us everywhere @WillingAndFable Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cerberus https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aconitum Greek Gods and Goddesses https://greekgo...
Episode 76 - The Great Sphinx - Sexism, Feminism, and Cats
March 22, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 85.6 MBThis week Rowan and Tracey discuss the links between cats and femininity; and the disastrous effects it’s had on women and pets. They explore the many stories surrounding the Sphinx, and take listeners through the history of cats and sexism. From historical suffragette memes, to modern expressionist theatre, as Robert Heinlein says, “Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs should relax and get used to the idea.” Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ptolemaic_Kin...
Ep 75 - Leprechauns - Not Your Mother’s St. Patrick’s Fae
March 15, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBIn celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, Tracey teaches us about Leprechauns. Turns out, all that green Guinness and Lucky Charms have nothing to do with the lore of these small, shoe-cobbling fae. (Hint: This episode involves way more discussion of deep lake monsters that we ever could have guessed.) Sources World Central Kitchen https://wck.org/ American Civil Liberties Union https://www.aclu.org/ My Modern Met https://mymodernmet.com/what-is-a-leprechaun/ Wikipedia https://en.wikipe...
Ep 74 - Water Demons - Kelpies & Kappa
March 08, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 95.7 MBWilling & Fable hosts a double episode this week, with Rowan and Tracey covering “water demons” from around the world - Scottish Kelpies and Japanese Kappa. You do not want to run into this terrifying murder-horse or frog-like turtle creature while out for a swim. Our advice when going near any foreboding bodies of water: don’t touch any horses and always bring a cucumber. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kelpie https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Kelpies#History https://...
Ep 73 - Kitsune - Japanese Fox Spirits
March 01, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 75.3 MBIn this week’s episode of the Willing & Fable podcast Rowan tells us what she learned about kitsune - Japanese fox spirits that may or may not be up to some mischief. She tells the story of a farmer in search of a wife, but the woman he loves is not who she appears to be. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kitsune https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Y%C5%8Dkai https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inari_%C5%8Ckami https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kami https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Witchcr...
Ep 72 - The Wizard & The Rogue Chapter 7 - The Library Pt. 2
February 22, 2022 10:00 - 51 minutes - 43.2 MBIn Chapter 7, Roslyn and Thea have made it to the Library, but now they need to convince a very nervous librarian to help them access the heretical texts (which is easier said than done). To hear the previous Chapter of “The Wizard & The Rogue” join us in Episode 66.
Ep 71 - Achilles & Patroclus - Life, Love, & Loss in Ancient Greece
February 15, 2022 15:03 - 88.2 MBThis week Rowan talks about one of the most famous duos in Greek mythology. She tells the tale of Achilles and Patroclus Source Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Achilles_and_Patroclus https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heinrich_Schliemann#:~:text=In%20northwestern%20Turkey%2C%20Heinrich%20Schliemann,of%20British%20archaeologist%20Frank%20Calvert. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homosexuality_in_ancient_Greece https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Greek_military_personal_equipment Made...
Ep 71 - Achilles & Patroclus - Life, Love, and Loss in Ancient Greece
February 15, 2022 15:03 - 140 MBThis week Rowan talks about one of the most famous duos in Greek mythology. She tells the tale of Achilles and Patroclus Source Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Achilles_and_Patroclus https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heinrich_Schliemann#:~:text=In%20northwestern%20Turkey%2C%20Heinrich%20Schliemann,of%20British%20archaeologist%20Frank%20Calvert. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homosexuality_in_ancient_Greece https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Greek_military_personal_equipment Made...
Ep 70 - Sappho - Beyond Her Lesbian Label
February 08, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 77.7 MBTo kick off Season 3, the Willing & Fable team explores the true history of the Greek poetess Sappho. Rowan and Tracey discus whether or not she truly fits the “lesbian” and “sapphic love” labels that were named based on her romantic work. (Plus, Tracey may just have written the podcast's most amazing poem!) Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sappho https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ode_to_Aphrodite https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sapphic_stanza World History https://www.world...
Ep 69 - Snow Stories - Snegurochka & Gryla (with the 13 Yule Lads, and the Yule Cat)
December 21, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 86 MBFor the final episode of the season, we're telling winter stories from the north: Snegurochka, the Snow Maiden, and the troll Gryla (with her 13 Yule Lads and Yule Cat). This episode will get you in the holiday spirit with magically crafted snow-children, scary trolls, mischievous lads, and a giant man-eating Christmas cat. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Snow_Maiden https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas_in_Russia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ded_Moroz https://e...
Ep 68 - Lake Baikal - Aliens, Seals, and a Deep Water Dragon
December 14, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 71.1 MBIn this episode, Rowan dives into the science and mythology of the world’s deepest (and possibly scariest) lake. We're not saying there's a dragon at the bottom, but we're not, not saying it. Sources @Geodesaurus on Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@geodesaurus/video/6866240680658816262?lang=en Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comephorus https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dragon_King https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chinese_dragon Forbes https://www.forbes.com/sites/startswithabang/202...
Ep 67 - Inanna - Sumerian Goddess of Love and War
December 07, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 80.6 MBThis week Tracey talks about the ancient Sumerian Goddess of Love and War. We share all of the amazing facts and tales of this incredible goddess. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LGBT_themes_in_mythology#Mythologies_of_Africa https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gala_(priests) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inanna#Descent_into_the_underworld https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ninhursag https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nad%C4%ABtu https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hijra_(South_Asia) Me...
Ep 67 - Inanna - The Girls, the Gays, and the Theys
December 07, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 80.6 MBThis week we’re discussing Inanna, the goddess for the people (and by people we mean the girls, the gays and the theys). Join us to learn about the ancient Sumerian goddess of love and war. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LGBT_themes_in_mythology#Mythologies_of_Africa https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gala_(priests) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inanna#Descent_into_the_underworld https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ninhursag https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nad%C4%ABtu https://e...
Ep 66 - The Wizard & The Rogue Chapter 6 - The Library
November 30, 2021 11:00 - 45 minutes - 38.1 MBIn Chapter 6, our grudging pair make their way to the Library of the Lassera School for Noble Magic where they reconnect with an old friend. Sound effects by ZapSplat
Ep 65 - DnD Monster Manual - Golems & Djinn
November 23, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 93.2 MBIn partnership with Green Leaf Geek, we’re bringing you the real-world mythology behind two of Dungeons and Dragons most famous creatures - golems and djinn. When you shop greenleafgeek.com for all your TTRPG accessories and custom dice, use our coupon code FABLE for 10% off your order (some restrictions apply). Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golem https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jinn https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Exorcism_in_Islam DnD fandom https://dungeonsdragons.f...
Ep 64 - Listener Legends - One Famous Bigfoot, Two Tragic Lovers & More Than Three Poltergeists
November 16, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 75.9 MBTo make spooky season last just a bit longer, Rowan and Tracey read some haunted listeners stories (plus, a surprising recipe sent in from Ireland!) If you would like to send your Listener Legend to Willing & Fable, please use our submission form: https://www.willingandfable.com/contact Or email us at: [email protected]
Ep 63 - Ghosts - Theatre Ghost Lights & Mae Nak Phra Khanong
October 26, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBFor Halloween, the Rowan and Tracey are telling famous ghost stories: the Tradition of the Theatre Ghost Light and the tale of Mae Nak Phra Khanong. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ghost_light_(theatre) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mae_Nak_Phra_Khanong https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mongkut https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_theatre https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thespis https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Somdej_Toh Playbill.com https://www.playbill.com/article/ask-p...
Ep 62 - Jack o Lanterns - Feat. Casie
October 19, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 81.9 MBThis week Tracey shares the history behind everyone's favorite spooky pumpkins. Casie joins us once again to discuss the myths behind Jack o Lanterns. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack-o%27-lantern https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stingy_Jack https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samhain https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack_o%27_the_bowl Nat Geo https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/the-twisted-transatlantic-tale-of-american-jack-o-lanterns Pumpkin nook https://w...
Ep 62 - Jack o Lanterns - Feat. Casie Ropski
October 19, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 81.9 MBThis week Tracey shares the history behind everyone's favorite spooky pumpkins. Casie joins us once again to discuss the myths behind Jack o Lanterns. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack-o%27-lantern https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stingy_Jack https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samhain https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack_o%27_the_bowl Nat Geo https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/the-twisted-transatlantic-tale-of-american-jack-o-lanterns Pumpkin nook https://w...
Ep 61 - The Headless Horseman - Feat. Casie Ropski
October 12, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 79.6 MBHave you ever wondered who the hottest headless horseman of history was? Casie Rospki is here to give you the info you need Rowan is out this week but FEAR NOT because Casie Ropski is back and she has a tale (or three) about the Headless Horseman Sources Horseman https://www.history.com/news/legend-sleepy-hollow-headless-horseman https://www.bl.uk/collection-items/sir-gawain-and-the-green-knight https://www.irishtimes.com/life-and-style/abroad/how-tales-of-the-headless-horseman-came-f...
Ep 61 - The Headless Horseman - Feat. Casie
October 12, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 79.6 MBHave you ever wondered who the hottest headless horseman of history was? Casie Rospki is here to give you the info you need Rowan is out this week but FEAR NOT because Casie Ropski is back and she has a tale (or three) about the Headless Horseman Sources Horseman https://www.history.com/news/legend-sleepy-hollow-headless-horseman https://www.bl.uk/collection-items/sir-gawain-and-the-green-knight https://www.irishtimes.com/life-and-style/abroad/how-tales-of-the-headless-horseman-came-f...
Ep 60 - Memento Mori - Victorian Death Photography & The Mütter Museum’s Medical Mysteries
October 05, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 98.1 MBThis episode explores a favorite topic of our hosts with two examples of memento mori -- Victorian death photography and the medical mysteries of The Mütter Museum. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Memento_mori https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M%C3%BCtter_Museum https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Dent_Mutter https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penicillin https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Queen_Victoria https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/L%27Inconnue_de_la_Seine https://en.wikipedia.o...
Ep 59 - Witches’ Familiars - Cats, and Dogs, and Satan Oh My!
September 28, 2021 10:30 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBTo keep the witch theme going, this week's heavy hitter episode discusses witches' familiars and their roles in witch trials through the ages. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Familiar https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daimonic https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Witch_trials_in_England https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Witch-Cult_in_Western_Europe https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/daimon English Heritage https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/learn/histories/journey-into-witchcraft-...
Ep 58 - Malleus Maleficarum - Witches, Man!
September 21, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBIn this heavy hitter, the hosts discuss the Malleus Maleficarum, or The Hammer of Witches (and the murderous men behind it's creation). Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malleus_Maleficarum https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helena_Scheuberin https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jacob_Sprenger https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heinrich_Kramer Broedel - Construction of Witchcraft https://archive.org/details/malleusmaleficar00broe_0 Malleus Maleficarum http://www.malleusmaleficarum.or...
Ep 57 - Black Death - Plagues, Pandemics & Vaccines
September 14, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 85.9 MBIn this heavy hitter episode, Rowan and Tracey explore the history of the Black Death and the subsequent plagues and vaccines that came from it. Sources World Health Organization https://www.who.int/health-topics/plague#tab=tab_1 https://www.who.int/mediacentre/infographic/plague/Plague-October-2017.pdf?ua=1 Dictionary.com https://www.dictionary.com/e/is-the-coronavirus-a-plague/ Live Science https://www.livescience.com/worst-epidemics-and-pandemics-in-history.html https://www.lives...
Ep 56 - Spooky Scary - Fear of Clowns & Vanishing Hitchhikers
September 07, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 74 MBWelcome to the best time of year. To kick off Halloween early, our cohosts are discussing the Fear of Clowns and Vanish Hitchhikers. Sources Smithsonian Magazine https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/the-history-and-psychology-of-clowns-being-scary-20394516/ IHateClowns.com https://www.ihateclowns.com/ NBC https://www.nbcnews.com/healthmain/no-laughing-matter-fear-clowns-serious-issue-725830 https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/reports-creepy-clowns-woods-spooking-residents-gre...
Ep 55 - The Wizard & The Rogue Chapter 5 - The Seat of Sight
August 31, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MBIn Chapter 5 of 'The Wizard & The Rogue' we meet Eamon Blacthorn: Justice to the Saint of Sight, High Lord of Rycliff, one of only seven Seats of the Saints, father of the current Sable of Solidarity, Head Judiciary and...certified jerkface. Sound effects from ZapSplat
Ep 54 - Bigfoot - feat CK from Mirths and Monsters
August 24, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBThis week we bring you a special guest to go along with a larger than life story. CK, hosts of the Mirths and Monsters podcast brings us the history and lore behind the big man himself, bigfoot. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bigfoot Merriam Webster Dictionary https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/myth Bigfoot Research Organization Map https://www.arcgis.com/apps/MapJournal/index.html?appid=05654d4b7b124208a8a25f67b6f35ea8&webmap=fd18d57dd947498da3c668838f68cbbd...
Episode 53 - Proud Hag - Baba Yaga
August 17, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBTracey tells the story of the Slavic witch, Baba Yaga. She's our hosts' favorite proud hag that lives in a hut that walks around on chicken feet and flies around on her mortar and pestle (no kidding!) Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crone https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hag#cite_note-etym-4 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baba_Yaga https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Babay_(Slavic_Folklore) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vasilisa_the_Beautiful https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_S...
Ep 53 - Proud Hag - Baba Yaga
August 17, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBTracey tells the story of the Slavic witch, Baba Yaga. She's our hosts' favorite proud hag that lives in a hut that walks around on chicken feet and flies around on her mortar and pestle (no kidding!) Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crone https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hag#cite_note-etym-4 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baba_Yaga https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Babay_(Slavic_Folklore) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vasilisa_the_Beautiful https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_S...
Episode 52 - Espionage - Mata Hari & The Moscow Rules
August 10, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 91.1 MBThis week, our hosts discuss spycraft from around the world: the true story of Mata Hari , famed French double agent and courtesan, and the notorious 'Moscow Rules' that kept cold war CIA agents safe. Example of Traditional Indonesian Dance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-MwDJR1iPuI Indonesian 90s - 2000s Top Songs on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1AA83YxrweNqyiBOxPWU9W?si=bdd360d2b06f4c44 Reappropriate http://reappropriate.co/2014/04/what-is-orientalism-and-how-is-it-also...
Ep 52 - Espionage - Mata Hari & The Moscow Rules
August 10, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 91.1 MBThis week, our hosts discuss spycraft from around the world: the true story of Mata Hari , famed French double agent and courtesan, and the notorious 'Moscow Rules' that kept cold war CIA agents safe. Example of Traditional Indonesian Dance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-MwDJR1iPuI Indonesian 90s - 2000s Top Songs on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1AA83YxrweNqyiBOxPWU9W?si=bdd360d2b06f4c44 Reappropriate http://reappropriate.co/2014/04/what-is-orientalism-and-how-is-it-also...
Ep 51 - The Wizard and the Rogue Chapter 4 - The Name
August 03, 2021 09:00 - 58 minutes - 67.1 MBRowan continues the story of our two favorite fantasy ladies in the fourth chapter of The Wizard and the Rogue. Sound effects from ZapSplat
Ep 51 - The Wizard and the Rogue - Chapter 4 - The Name
August 03, 2021 09:00 - 58 minutes - 67.1 MBRowan continues the story of our two favorite fantasy ladies in the fourth chapter of The Wizard and the Rogue. Sound effects from ZapSplat
Ep 50 - Listener Legends - Spooky Real Estate
June 29, 2021 09:00 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MBTo celebrate our 50th episode, Tracey and Rowan are reading stories submitted by you! Get ready for Italian witches, more than one haunted Victorian mansion, and a…Goatman boyfriend? If you would like to send your Listener Legend to Willing & Fable, please use our submission form: https://www.willingandfable.com/contact Or email us at: [email protected]
Ep 49 - The Wizard and the Rogue Chapter 3 - The Other Assassin
June 22, 2021 09:00 - 55 minutes - 52 MBThea and Roslyn just broke out of the prison and now they are planning their escape from the city when someone gets in their way. This chapter of The Wizard and the Rogue was written by Tracey. Sounds by ZapSplat
Ep 48 - Biblical Crimes - Samson and Delilah & Sodom and Gomorrah
June 15, 2021 09:00 - 2 hours - 114 MBThis week we talk about two stories from the bible and dive into their possible modern day context. Rowan shares the tale of Samson and Delilah and Tracey talks about Sodom and Gomorrah https://chrt.fm/track/BG7BG3/ Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sodom_and_Gomorrah https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rape_in_the_United_States#:~:text=A%202014%20study%20of%20college,college%20are%20independent%20of%20race. The Reformation Project https://reformationproject.org/case/sodom-a...
Ep 47 - Artemisia Gentileschi - If It’s Not Baroque, Don’t Fix It
June 08, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 108 MBTracey tells the tale of the most famous baroque painter you've probably never heard of. This week we deep dive into the life and work of Artemisia Gentileschi. Sources Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Artemisia_Gentileschi https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oil_paint https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baroque_painting National gallery https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/artists/artemisia-gentileschi The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2016/oct/05/artemisia-gentileshi...
Ep 46 - Bluebeard Part 2 - Feat. Kailey Bray
June 01, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 69.9 MBIn part two of our two part series on Bluebeard, special guest Kailey Bray talks more about this story. In this episode the trio dives deep into the history that inspired the story, and the affects it has on audiences today. Sources General Story info: Story https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bluebeard https://etc.usf.edu/lit2go/68/fairy-tales-and-other-traditional-stories/4858/blue-beard/ Charles Perrault, The Complete Fairy Tales, A new translation by Christopher Betts (Oxford World Cl...
Ep 45 - Bluebeard Part 1 - Feat. Kailey Bray
May 25, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBWe bring in special guest Kailey Bray to talk to you about the legendary fairytale, Bluebeard. In the first of our two part series on this figure, Rowan, Tracey, and Kailey talk about the history of Bluebeard and his author Charles Perrault. Sources General Story info: Story https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bluebeard https://etc.usf.edu/lit2go/68/fairy-tales-and-other-traditional-stories/4858/blue-beard/ Charles Perrault, The Complete Fairy Tales, A new translation by Christopher Betts...