Encore: The Friend Ship

Recorded live in Parker, CO, this magical Palestinian tale introduces you to wisecracking elders, wayward felines, and the unexpected rewards generosity can bring. Sign up for our monthly newsletter, "The Lion's Roar", here. 

Summer Bishil (The Magicians, Four Samosas) and Michael Maliakel (Aladdin on Broadway) star in an India tale about the first chess game and the surprising ripple effects of our actions. Sign up for our monthly newsletter, "The Lion's Roar", here. 

Academy Award nominee June Squibb (Thelma, Eleanor the Great) headlines a Jewish Turkish story about taking a wrong turn and finding the right prize. Sign up for our monthly newsletter, "The Lion's Roar", here. 

Le conte japonais Le Moineau sans Langue raconte l’histoire d’un moineau blessé recueilli par un vieil homme généreux, mais maltraité par sa femme cruelle qui lui coupe la langue. En reconnaissance, le moineau offre un trésor au vieil homme pour sa bonté, tandis que la femme, avi ... Show More

There is a man who believes he can make ANYONE in the world fall in love with him. He is convinced that he could even make an alien love him. This is a man that is so popular that women are spreading open their purses and dropping stacks of cash just to hear him yap. In just ONE ... Show More

A witch had cursed him to be a beast until someone loved him. Beauty, a poor merchant's daughter, dreams of one day marrying a handsome prince. After her father loses his wealth, the merchant finds a beautiful palace and takes a rose for Beauty, but is confronted by a monster. To ... Show More

Ayako, une jeune fille généreuse, découvre un vase magique qui exauce les vœux sincères. En partageant ses sucreries enchantées, elle répand bonheur et joie. Mais la cupidité d’un marchand brise le vase, et Ayako se sacrifie pour restaurer son pouvoir.La morale : La générosité tr ... Show More

When author and historian Hampton Sides was deep into researching another polar expedition, he stumbled upon the tragic journey of USS Jeannette. He couldn’t believe Captain De Long’s voyage wasn’t common knowledge. The 33-man crew endured extreme hardship, and only 13 survived w ... Show More

A princess and her cousin set off on a journey to a faraway kingdom, but something unexpected happens along the way. On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, and Grimmest, this episode is Grimmer. 

🌹✨ What happens when a merchant promises his daughters gifts and ends up crossing paths with a terrifying beast? 🦁😱 One daughter's simple request for a rose may lead to an unexpected adventure!🙂 🎧Stay tuned for a thrilling tale of mystery, magic, and surprises! 👀✨ 

Isla’s reeling from a tough hockey loss and her teammates’ plan to skip the next game, but a trip to Camelot shifts her perspective. As she helps Sir Tristan overcome his fear of failure and aids in a daring rescue, Isla discovers the power of commitment and perseverance. With sp ... Show More

RMS Titanic sank on 15 April 1912 claiming the lives of more than 1500 people. Just over 700 survived the disaster. The events surrounding the sinking of the luxury ocean liner, the identities of those on board, plus the stories of heroism and heartbreak on the night have generat ... Show More

Dans une grande ville d’Orient, un jeune garçon pauvre nommé Aladdin passe ses journées à rêver d’une vie meilleure. Un jour, un mystérieux étranger prétendant être son oncle l’emmène hors de la ville jusqu’à une grotte secrète. Là, il lui demande de descendre seul pour récupérer ... Show More