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Aug 2024
10m 48s

Throwback: The Leaky Pot

Starglow Media / Wondery
About this episode

Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The classic tale of the leaky pot, performed with some fun added songs. Sometimes what feels like a terrible flaw is actually a blessing in disguise!

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