logo
episode-header-image
Jun 2024
58m 28s

Fairy Tale Flip Ep 8: Donkey Skin

Fabric of Folklore
About this episode
Have you ever heard of the classic fairy tale, Donkey Skin by Charles Perrault? In episode 8 of Fairy Tale Flip @donnaleefields and Vanessa Y Rogers dive deep into the context of this French fairy tale found in some versions Tales of Mother Goose and discuss the famous author Charles Perrault. We explore why he wrote the first books meant for children, as w ... Show More
Up next
Nov 20
Jorōgumo, The Japanese Shapeshifting Spider Spirit, Mini Episode #4
<p>This is one of the most famous versions of the Jorōgumo, the Japanese shapeshifting spider spirit. Part love story, part horror, it is a wonderful folktale you wont want to miss!</p><p>Known for transforming into a beautiful woman to lure unsuspecting travelers. By day, she ap ... Show More
8m 38s
Sep 30
Yara Ma Yha Who: Fairy Tale Flip Ep 19
<p>Forget Dracula. Australia has its own vampire story—and it’s stranger than you think. Have you heard of the bloodsucking creature that hides in Australia’s fig trees? In episode 19 of Fairytale Flip, we dive into the Aboriginal Australian myth of the Yara-Ma-Yahoo: a toothless ... Show More
1h 3m
Sep 15
Yara Ma Yha Who: Storytelling Mini-Episode 3
<p>Have you heard of the vampiric predator roaming the Australian Outback in search of unsuspecting victims? In this storytelling mini-episode, I share a chilling tale from the fig groves of Australia: the story of the Yara-Ma-Yha-Who. This eerie, red-skinned, toad-like creature ... Show More
5m 51s
Recommended Episodes
Jan 2022
Nicholas Jubber, "The Fairy Tellers: A Journey into the Secret History of Fairy Tales" (John Murray, 2022)
In The Fairy Tellers: A Journey into the Secret History of Fairy Tales (John Murray, 2022), Nick Jubber unearths the lives of the dreamers who made our most beloved fairy tales: inventors, thieves, rebels and forgotten geniuses who gave us classic tales such as 'Cinderella', 'Han ... Show More
52m 53s
Jun 2025
Guide to Grimms' Fairy Tales
Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm were two brothers who sought to build a collection of stories that while both mystical and dark, were also tales of morals and values. Join Dave and Greg as they look at some of those iconic tales and discuss the contrast to the Disney versions they develo ... Show More
1h 8m
Jul 2025
564. The Meaning Of: Hansel & Gretel
In this narrative analysis, Dr. Jordan B. Peterson breaks down the Grimm Brothers’ “Hansel and Gretel,” revealing the psychological and symbolic dimensions hidden within the classic tale. From the selfishness of weak fathers and malevolent stepmothers to the false promises of hyp ... Show More
57m 51s
Jun 2025
558. The Meaning Of: Snow White
Dr. Jordan Peterson offers a psychological and cultural analysis of the Grimm Brothers' Snow White, using it as a lens to explore evolutionary biology, female status hierarchies, fertility suppression, and the pathology of the “evil queen” archetype. Drawing on research in primat ... Show More
1h 26m
Dec 2024
A Tale of Sweeping Beauty
<p>Discover the enchanting story of Pachama, a princess learning that perfection isn&apos;t everything. In this delightful episode from the award-winning <b>Bearily Bear Reimagined Fairy Tales Podcast</b>, kids will enjoy a heartwarming adventure filled with life lessons and a to ... Show More
16m 45s
Oct 2
Origins of Mythology
From Cinderella to Beauty and the Beast, the roots of fairy tales stretch back thousands of years — to the dawn of Indo-European languages and beyond.In this episode of The Ancients, Tristan Hughes is joined by author and journalist Laura Spinney to explore the origins of mytholo ... Show More
47m 45s
Oct 5
Les Contes de l'Eléphant Rose : Discernement
13e conte : DiscernementBenjamin Rabier (1864-1939) était auteur pour la jeunesse, illustrateur et auteur de bande dessinée français.Les Contes de l'Eléphant Rose est un recueil de 14 contes paru en 1932. Embarquez avec nous sur les réseaux sociaux pour ne rien rater !🟪Instagram ... Show More
1m 49s
Jul 2022
Andersen’s Fairy Tales by Hans Christian Andersen ~ Full Audiobook [folklore]
Andersen’s Fairy Tales by Hans Christian Andersen audiobook. Genre: folklore Step into a world where imagination knows no bounds with Hans Christian Andersen’s enchanting collection, 'Andersen's Fairy Tales.' This timeless masterpiece invites you to lose yourself in a vibrant ta ... Show More
6h 1m
Oct 5
Les Contes de l'Eléphant Rose : En haut et en bas
14e conte : En haut et en basBenjamin Rabier (1864-1939) était auteur pour la jeunesse, illustrateur et auteur de bande dessinée français.Les Contes de l'Eléphant Rose est un recueil de 14 contes paru en 1932. Embarquez avec nous sur les réseaux sociaux pour ne rien rater !🟪Inst ... Show More
1m 50s
Mar 2021
Episode #129- Was There a Real Gilgamesh? (Part I)
The oldest known piece of literature on the planet is the epic tale of Gilgamesh, king of the Mesopotamian city-state of Uruk. The story was a staple of middle-eastern storytelling for well over a thousand years. However, after the destruction of Assyrian city of Nineveh in the 6 ... Show More
1h 15m