'The Golden Bird' is a classic tale from the Brothers Grimm about a boy who just won't listen to the good advice from an enchanted fox, until he really has no choice.
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Ep. 851 - The Quarrel of the Monkey and the Crab - A Japanese Folktale
'The Quarrel of the Monkey and the Crab' is a story of betrayal and revenge, all over a persimmon.
Ep. 850 - The Sagacious Monkey and the Boar - A Japanese Folktale
'The Sagacious Monkey and the Boar' is a story in the tradition of 'Old Sultan', one of my favorite pieces of folklore.
Ep. 849 - Momotaro, or the Story of the Son of a Peach - A Japanese Folktale
I've shared a shorter version of the tale of Momotaro before, but like most great legends there's always more of their story to be shared. This is 'Momotaro, or the Story of the Son of a Peach'.
Ep. 846 - How to Tell Corn Fairies If You See 'em - An American Fairytale
Today's story from "Rootabaga Stories", 'How to Tell Corn Fairies If You See 'em' is the first tale where Carl Sandburg breaks the 4th wall, by introducing us to both the author and his young audience.
Ep. 844 - Boots who ate a Match with the Troll - A Norwegian Folktale
In today's final folktale from Norway we have a classic tale of a third son outwitting a Troll.
Ep. 843 - Viking Tales Pt. 11 - King Harald Goes West-Over-Seas - A Norwegian Saga
In 'King Harald Goes West-OverSeas' the conclusion of the Norwegian saga of King Harald the great king goes west after the fleeing Vikings as they travel to the western islands.
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Ep. 842 - Viking Tales Pt. 10 - King Harald's Wedding - A Norwegian Saga
In 'King Harald's Wedding' Harald finally marries the saucy Gyda after ten years of battle to become the King of all Norway that she requested.
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Ep. 841 - Viking Tales Pt. 9 - The Sea Fight - A Norwegian Saga
In 'The Sea Fight', our last story of the week from "Viking Tales", King Harald faces his greatest challenge yet, to become King of all Norway.
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