Riches to Rags | Ep. 229

<p>Aasif Mandvi (The Daily Show, Evil) and Madhur Jaffrey (Madhur Jaffrey's Curry Nation, I Feel Bad) co-star in this Indian story about a wise king, a generous shoemaker, and a priceless pair of shoes.</p> <p>Sign up for our monthly newsletter, "The Lion's Roar", <a href="https ... Show More

<p>NPR’s Ailsa Chang (All Things Considered) headlines a Chinese tale about a mysterious guest, a raging storm, and the true fruits of kindness.</p> <p>Sign up for our monthly newsletter, "The Lion's Roar", <a href="https://wbur.fm/42KQfw3">here</a>.</p> 

<p>Helen Hong (Family Switch, The Thundermans) stars in a tale with English, Welsh, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Indian roots about how imagination and effort affect supply and demand.</p> <p>Sign up for our monthly newsletter, "The Lion's Roar", <a href="https://wbur.fm/42KQfw ... Show More

After trying to get their prized jade dragon back from Mr. Conklin (their teacher who is secretly a Troublesome Troll!), Max and Molly are sent on a mission that takes place in 17th Century, England. They’re tasked with helping a Hat Maker solve a riddle posed by the Duchess, who ... Show More

In today's exclusive bonus episode, hear a special excerpt from the audiobook Blood and Treasure by Bob Drury and Tom Clavin. Blood and Treasure tells the explosive true saga of the legendary figure Daniel Boone and the bloody struggle for America's frontier. Authored by two best ... Show More

Discover how a young boy's fascination with ancient Egypt led him to uncover a hidden treasure trove of pharaohs' riches. Explore the suspenseful moment when, after years of searching, Howard finally peered into the untouched tomb, revealing dazzling artifacts, glittering gold, a ... Show More

Ninja Sam, Princess Leila and Big Baby Tommy go on a secret mission to seek treasure and defeat the Viking Ghost! Written by Simon Chadwick Come and follow more adventures on our animated TV show on Youtube! 📺🤩 SUBSCRIBE HERE: youtube.com/@shortstoriesforkidspodcast   We upload ... Show More

🎉🐾 Adventure Time with Little Tabby Cat, Big Silly Bear, and Whooper Swan! 🌟 🏴‍☠️🌍 Get ready for a hilarious and heartwarming tale of treasure hunts, hilarious mishaps, and unexpected discoveries. Join Little Tabby Cat, Big Silly Bear, and Whooper Swan as they embark on a ... Show More

Everyone loves a treasure hunt, especially Bobby Wonder and Grabstack. When they find an old map with an "X" marking a spot, that can only mean one thing: treasure! Time to begin the great hunt! 

It’s that time, the biggest milestone in any relationship - meeting the parents! This morning on the pod, Amy Hart, Will Manning and Donna Preston analyse every little detail - from Scott & Abi’s future, to THAT €3 bracelet exchange, and the question on everyone’s lips; what is t ... Show More

Robert Dudley is famous for being the favorite of the "Virgin Queen" Elizabeth I, but the death of his first wife, Amy Robsart would be his most enduring scandal. Amy, the jilted wife of a man who ignored her in favor of social climbing at court, was found dead at the bottom of a ... Show More

After Thomas tells his friends the tale of Jack and the Beanstalk, he dreams that he’s been transported into the land of the giants. Then he’s off on a noble quest to help fix a mistake in the next story. After a railway bridge collapses, Inventor Ruth will have the chance to be ... Show More

In this enchanting episode, we journey through the rainbow tunnel to a cozy cottage where tales of wonder await. Dive into the magical world of Tom Thumb, a tiny boy with a heart full of adventure. Despite his small size, Tom's courage and wit take him on incredible escapades, fr ... Show More