The Forest Folk | Ep. 232

<p>Maulik Pancholy (Phineas and Ferb; Mira, Royal Detective) and Nikesh Patel (Four Weddings and a Funeral, The Devil’s Hour) headline this Indian story that asks what's more precious: glittering jewels, or good friends?</p> <p>Sign up for our monthly newsletter, "The Lion's Roa ... Show More

<p>Kel Mitchell (Good Burger 2, Kenan and Kel) plays a hungry rhino with a gift for trickery and poetry in this African tale from the savanna.</p> <p>Sign up for our monthly newsletter, "The Lion's Roar", <a href="https://wbur.fm/42KQfw3">here</a>.</p> 

<p>Negin Farsad (Fake the Nation, Wait, Wait... Don't Tell Me!) and Stacey Vanek Smith (Planet Money, The Indicator) face off in a battle of wits in this tale with roots in North America, China, and the Middle East.</p> <p>Sign up for our monthly newsletter, "The Lion's Roar", < ... Show More

What happens when a happy-go-lucky wanderer takes over a village bakery? Find out in the hilarious tale ‘The Merry Prankster,’ the latest episode of YourClassical Storytime – featuring music by Richard Strauss, illustrations by Mia Jennings and narration by Valerie Kahler. 

<p>Travelers hear a mysterious music and come upon a ring of dancing little folk. Magical things occur and they return with bags full of gold. Yet all is not well, when later, one of the travelers cannot resist returning to get more of the riches. Enjoy this curious tale of magic ... Show More

Children have delighted in the telling of Clement Moore&#39;s classic "A Visit From St. Nicholas" -- with its famous opening line, "&#39;Twas the night before Christmas" -- for nearly 200 years. Now our popular version for YourClassical Storytime includes charming illustrations b ... Show More

Follow the joyous journey of Babette and Antone, two children who discover that magic is real and dreams can come true. From a talking pumpkin to a wild vegetable chase and a bewitching forest party, this episode is a delightful mix of enchantment and warmth. Perfect for family l ... Show More

We’re in Boston, Massachusetts! If you have a look around with me today from the windows on the Story Train, you’ll see why Boston is a wonderful place to celebrate Christmas. Twinkling lights are everywhere, there are festive parades, and there are even running events where peop ... Show More

The celebrated children's tale with music, Peter and the Wolf - as WNYC's Sara Fishko tells us - was first heard in Moscow in the spring of 1936, an ominous time in the Soviet Union. Everywhere it went after that, it thrilled a listenership of kids. More, in this episode of Fishk ... Show More

Once upon a time, in Ireland, there lived a &#39;gloomery&#39; little girl named Nora. Restoring her smile would take a magical adventure and the intervention of woodland fairies. Listen to the Irish folk tale &#39;Nora Mavourneen and the Fairy Queen,&#39; the latest episode of Y ... Show More

All aboard the Story Train for a touching journey into a classic tale retold! Join Birdie, our spirited conductor, as she guides us through a vibrant garden that once thrived under the care of children's laughter, only to wither under the grip of a Selfish Giant. Discover the tra ... Show More

Join us on a fascinating journey through time to discover the history of Valentine's Day. From ancient Roman festivals to medieval love notes, learn about the origins and traditions that shape this celebration of love. Explore the stories of Saint Valentine and the customs that h ... Show More