Latest Folk tale Podcast Episodes
Episode 9: "Hecate at the Crossroads"
Wise Crone Cottage Podcast - June 27, 2024 22:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn this episode the Storyteller Kathy Shimpock explores the relationship of the crone within the maiden, mother, and crone trilogy. She tells the Greek myth of "Demeter and Persephone" and shares a lesser known variation in which Hecate plays a pivotal role. Story: "Demeter & Persephone" (a tr...
The Mysterious Lamp (Part 2)
Storyland | Kids Stories and Bedtime Fairy Tales for Children - June 21, 2024 11:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsAs Luke and Nora continued exploring the lamp's power, they found themselves in the most amazing place on earth, but an unseen danger lurked behind the corner, which they would soon discover. Storyland is a podcast that brings kids' stories to life for children of all ages. Dive into new worlds...
The Mysterious Lamp (Part 1)
Storyland | Kids Stories and Bedtime Fairy Tales for Children - June 20, 2024 12:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsLuke had a lamp on his nightstand. One night, he discovered something different about it, when he pulled the cord twice and found that anything he imagined would come true. Storyland is a podcast that brings kids' stories to life for children of all ages. Dive into new worlds, adventures, and m...
The Rug (Part 3)
Storyland | Kids Stories and Bedtime Fairy Tales for Children - June 14, 2024 11:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsWhen the rug broke out of its jail cell, it unleashed a fury of destruction throughout the city on a scale that no one had ever seen. There was only one person who could stop the rug, but would she make it to the scene before it was too late? Storyland is a podcast that brings kids' stories to ...
The Rug (Part 2)
Storyland | Kids Stories and Bedtime Fairy Tales for Children - June 13, 2024 11:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsWhen Nora's mom stitched the rug from her room back together, she had no idea she was bringing a MONSTER back from the dead! What happened next was something nobody could have imagined. Do you like kids' stories? Do you know anyone whose kids would enjoy stories like these at bedtime? Be sure t...
The Rug (Part 1)
Storyland | Kids Stories and Bedtime Fairy Tales for Children - June 12, 2024 11:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsIt was a fun surprise when Nora learned that all the furniture in her room could listen and talk to her! But the fun quickly ended when her rug turned out to be pure evil. Do you like kids' stories? Do you know anyone whose kids would enjoy stories like these at bedtime? Be sure to share the lo...
The Rocket Van (Part 3)
Storyland | Kids Stories and Bedtime Fairy Tales for Children - June 07, 2024 10:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsNora, Luke, and Ollie found themselves on a trip to another world when the Rocket Van took them on a voyage beyond their galaxy, where no human or dog from Earth had ever set foot. Storyland is a podcast that brings kids' stories to life for children of all ages. Dive into new worlds, adventure...
The Rocket Van (Part 2)
Storyland | Kids Stories and Bedtime Fairy Tales for Children - June 06, 2024 11:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsAfter discovering the incredible powers of their family van, Nora and Luke were in for an even bigger surprise when government agents knocked on their door the next day, demanding to confiscate the vehicle immediately. The two kids had to think of a way to save their incredible family van, and t...
The Rocket Van (Part 1)
Storyland | Kids Stories and Bedtime Fairy Tales for Children - June 05, 2024 11:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsOnce upon a time, Luke and Nora were playing around in the driver's seat of their family van. Little did they know, the van had a life of its own, and they were about to take a wild ride before school that morning. Do you like kids' stories? Do you know anyone whose kids would enjoy stories lik...
Chatting 'Bout "Tatterhood" (S4, #10)
Wise Crone Cottage Podcast - May 28, 2024 21:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn this episode, the storyteller, Kathy Shimpock, meets again with Master Hypnotherapist, Linda Bennett. Together they discuss the Norwegian folktale, "Tatterhood," and explore its many meanings and interpretations by looking at its symbols, metaphors, and archetypes. It's a fascinating model ...
The Lemonade Stand (Part 2)
Storyland | Kids Stories and Bedtime Fairy Tales for Children - May 10, 2024 11:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsWhen Christian and Brendan realized a giant tree was still growing in their yard, they decided to start climbing to the top. What they would find on their journey would be more dangerous than anything they could have imagined. Do you like kids' stories? Do you know anyone whose kids would enjoy...
The Lemonade Stand (Part 1)
Storyland | Kids Stories and Bedtime Fairy Tales for Children - May 03, 2024 11:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsOnce upon a time, Christian and Brendan decided to have a lemonade stand. Everything was going great until they discovered a peculiar-looking lemon brighter than all the rest. When they made lemonade with this lemon, it would have a surprising effect on anything and anyone who touched it. Do yo...
"Tatterhood" - A Norwegian Folktale (S4, #9)
Wise Crone Cottage Podcast - April 08, 2024 23:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn this episode, the storyteller, Kathy Shimpock, will explore a little known Norwegian folktale, "Tatterhood." It's a story in which an unexpected, young girl goes on a hero's journey. She has quite a surprising role to play in a very unusual story. Story: Peter Christen Asbjørnsen and Jør...
The Candy Tree (Part 3)
Storyland | Kids Stories and Bedtime Fairy Tales for Children - April 05, 2024 11:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsIn the final chapter of the Candyland saga, the six children and their dog Clover find an ancient spell, and Clover uses her powers to make their final stand against Prince Popsicle and his army. Do you like kids' stories? Do you know anyone whose kids would enjoy stories like these at bedtime?...
The Candy Tree (Part 2)
Storyland | Kids Stories and Bedtime Fairy Tales for Children - March 29, 2024 11:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsWhen the six cousins returned to Candyland, they found someone very evil waiting for them. There was no telling what sinister tricks they would have to overcome to restore Candyland's freedom. Do you like kids' stories? Do you know anyone whose kids would enjoy stories like these at bedtime? Be...
The Candy Tree (Part 1)
Storyland | Kids Stories and Bedtime Fairy Tales for Children - March 22, 2024 10:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsOne Spring day, months after Luke had thrown a piece of his favorite candy into the woods, he discovered a mysterious plant growing where that candy had landed. Luke never could have imagined what that candy would grow into or where it would lead him. Do you like kids' stories? Do you know anyo...
The Shell (Part 3)
Storyland | Kids Stories and Bedtime Fairy Tales for Children - March 01, 2024 05:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsAs Eliana and Brady explored the hidden island off the shore, they found more than a few interesting artifacts. They would discover the truth about their family's history and what it meant for their future. Do you like kids' stories? Do you know anyone whose kids would enjoy stories like these ...
The Shell (Part 2)
Storyland | Kids Stories and Bedtime Fairy Tales for Children - February 23, 2024 12:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsSoon after Eliana made her big discovery, she wasn't the only one who had plans for what she found. The shell was her only chance of survival, as it led her to an even more interesting place near the shore. Do you like kids' stories? Do you know anyone whose kids would enjoy stories like these ...
The Shell (Part 1)
Storyland | Kids Stories and Bedtime Fairy Tales for Children - February 16, 2024 09:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsOnce upon a time, a girl named Eliana loved to collect sea shells. While walking along the beach one day, she discovered a shell that made fascinating sounds when she held it up to her ear, but she never expected the shell to have a voice and mind of its own. Do you like kids' stories? Do you k...
Archetypes in Story & Life (S4, #8)
Wise Crone Cottage Podcast - February 01, 2024 17:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn this episode, the storyteller, Kathy Shimpock, will discuss archetypes with renowned hypnotherapist Linda Bennett. Together, we’ll identify common archetypes and discover how they can be identified in both life and stories. Cover Image: Photo by Linda Bennett. To learn more about Linda Be...
Luke and the Baseball Bat
Storyland | Kids Stories and Bedtime Fairy Tales for Children - January 12, 2024 12:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsLuke was a boy who loved playing baseball. One day, he discovered a new baseball bat that allowed him to do things no one else on earth could do. Do you like kids' stories? Do you know anyone whose kids would enjoy stories like these at bedtime? Be sure to share the love! Storyland is always lo...
01 – How We Got The Name Spider Tales
West African Folk Tales by William H. Barker - January 02, 2024 00:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsMore great books at LoyalBooks.com
02 – How Wisdom Became The Property Of The Human Race
West African Folk Tales by William H. Barker - January 01, 2024 00:00 - 2 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsMore great books at LoyalBooks.com
03 – Anansi and Nothing
West African Folk Tales by William H. Barker - December 31, 2023 00:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsMore great books at LoyalBooks.com
04 – Thunder and Anansi
West African Folk Tales by William H. Barker - December 30, 2023 00:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsMore great books at LoyalBooks.com
05 – Why the Lizard Continually Moves his Head up and Down
West African Folk Tales by William H. Barker - December 29, 2023 00:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsMore great books at LoyalBooks.com
Krampus, Goblins & Switches, Oh, My! (S4, #7)
Wise Crone Cottage Podcast - December 28, 2023 18:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn this episode, the storyteller, Kathy Shimpock, will focus on the Shadow side of the Christmas holiday. Not all folklore surrounding this time is happy and gay; some of the characters are birthed from our deepest nightmares. This time, we’ll look at Krampus and the goblins from Charles Dicken...
06 – Tit For Tat
West African Folk Tales by William H. Barker - December 28, 2023 00:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsMore great books at LoyalBooks.com
07 – Why White Ants Always Harm Man’s Property
West African Folk Tales by William H. Barker - December 27, 2023 00:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsMore great books at LoyalBooks.com
08 – The Squirrel and the Spider
West African Folk Tales by William H. Barker - December 26, 2023 00:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsMore great books at LoyalBooks.com
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