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Broadway's Aaron Bartz, Erik Christopher Peterson and Cara Ricketts (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child) headline a Jewish and Egyptian story about a high-stakes game of hide and seek. This Circle Round episode originally was released on Oct. 1, 2024. Sign up for our monthly newsl ... Show More

Béchir Sylvain (Jurassic World Rebirth) stars as trickster Anansi in a West African tale about a magic stone, a major trick, and getting a taste of your own medicine. This Circle Round episode originally was released on Sept. 9, 2025. Sign up for our monthly newsletter, "The Lion ... Show More

Julian Lerner (The Wonder Years, Alma's Way) stars in a Ukrainian tale about how high-flying risks can pay off in the end. This Circle Round episode originally was released on Oct. 3, 2023. Sign up for our monthly newsletter, "The Lion's Roar", here. 

Welcome back to the land of Nod! This week we return to the majestic land of China, with this ancient tale of poor girl who, through her good and fair nature, is looked kindly upon, and is helped by a stranger. We cannot tell exactly where this tale comes from, but we know that i ... 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

This week we travel to the wondrous country that is China!For more than half of the people on earth, rice is life. Every third person on earth eats rice every day in one form or another. It is the grain that has shaped the history, culture, diet, and economy of BILLIONS of people ... Show More

In today's episode, we read a timeless tale that has captivated readers for generations - Rapunzel, known in English by the same name. This classic story is filled with bravery, and enchantment, and teaches us the importance of courage, resilience, and the power of hope. So, sit ... Show More

How much can one vegetable grow? Find out in ‘The Giant Carrot,’ the tale of a root so big that it’s going to take some teamwork to get it out of the ground. It’s the latest episode of YourClassical Storytime – featuring Lynne Warfel, with music by Johannes Brahms and illustratio ... Show More

A Taoist story.  

The classic story of Rapunzel, the girl with the long hair stuck way up at the top of a tower by an evil witch. Includes fun songs and an updated ending. Thanks for listening! Support the show at patreon.com/stories!