Fables Across the Globe: Aesop & Beyond丨Fairy Tales and Folk Tales for Kids

Join us on a journey through magical stories from all around the world! From Aesop’s clever fables to Grimm and Andersen’s fairy tales — plus fun folktales from many cultures and brand-new original stories! Perfect for bedtime, car rides, or anytime you want a little adventure. Come listen and explore the world, one story at a time!

Episodes

Gwion and the Sorceress P1丨Celtic Folktale丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

June 19, 2025 • 4 mins

Have you ever wished you were the smartest or strongest in the world? Well, one boy named Gwion was just an ordinary helper… until a drop of magic changed everything!

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The Tale of Princess Kaguya P2丨Japanese Folktales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

June 17, 2025 • 3 mins

Long ago in Japan, a tiny baby girl was found glowing inside a bamboo stalk. She grew up to be kind, wise, and full of mystery. But where did she really come from? Let’s find out in the magical tale of Princess Kaguya.

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The Tale of Princess Kaguya P1丨Japanese Folktales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

June 14, 2025 • 3 mins

A glowing bamboo stalk, a mysterious baby girl, and a journey filled with magic, wonder, and big decisions—get ready to meet Princess Kaguya, a girl unlike any other!

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The Golden Apple P2丨Greek Mythology丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

June 12, 2025 • 3 mins

What happens when three powerful goddesses all want to be called the most beautiful? Uh-oh… things might get a little wild! Let’s find out what choice a young prince makes—and what trouble follows!

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The Golden Apple P1丨Greek Mythology丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

June 10, 2025 • 4 mins

What happens when a goddess gets left out of a party? Uh oh… someone’s about to stir up some trouble! Get ready for a story full of gods, goddesses, and a little bit of mischief!

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The Flying Lion P2丨African Folktales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

June 7, 2025 • 2 mins

What if lions could fly? Long ago, one lion could—but something changed all of that. Get ready for an exciting animal adventure with a clever twist at the end!

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The Flying Lion P1丨African Folktales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

June 5, 2025 • 3 mins

Have you ever heard of a lion that could fly? In this wild animal tale, something strange is happening in the sky—and one sneaky bullfrog is about to cause big trouble! Let’s find out what happens…

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Lazy Jack丨British folktales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

June 3, 2025 • 5 mins

What happens when a silly boy tries to follow his mother’s advice—but always in the wrong way? Let’s listen to the funny story of Jack and see how his silly mistakes lead to something wonderful!

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The Tale of Zal and Simurgh P2丨Persian Folktales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

May 31, 2025 • 3 mins

What happens when a magical bird becomes a boy’s mother? Can love, courage, and a little feather change a kingdom’s future? Let’s find out in today’s story!

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The Tale of Zal and Simurgh P1丨Persian Folktales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

May 29, 2025 • 2 mins

High up in the mountains, something magical is about to happen. A baby, a mighty king, and a great flying creature—what could bring them together? Let’s listen to the story and find out!

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Clarinha and the talking Eagle P2丨British folktales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

May 27, 2025 • 3 mins

Clarinha’s adventure isn’t over yet! Just when things seem calm, another surprise is waiting. Will she ever find peace—and maybe even love? Let’s listen and find out!

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Clarinha and the talking Eagle P1丨British folktales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

May 24, 2025 • 3 mins

This is the story of a kind girl named Clarinha and a very unusual eagle. What happens when a mysterious question leads to a big adventure? Let’s find out!

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Nüwa Creating Human Beings P2丨Chinese Myths丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

May 22, 2025 • 3 mins

This is a magical story about a fairy named Nüwa who uses her creativity to make something truly amazing. Are you ready to discover how the world became filled with people? Let’s begin!

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Nüwa Creating Human Beings P1丨Chinese Myths丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

May 20, 2025 • 2 mins

This is a magical tale about a kind fairy named Nüwa who loves creating things. One day, she has a wonderful idea that changes everything. Let’s find out what happens!

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The Three Kingdoms 丨East Slavic Folk Tales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

May 17, 2025 • 6 mins

An exciting fairy tale from old Russia about courage, adventure, and magical kingdoms. Join Prince Ivan on a journey full of surprises!

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The Three Kingdoms P1 丨East Slavic Folk Tales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

May 15, 2025 • 2 mins

An exciting fairy tale from old Russia about courage, adventure, and magical kingdoms. Join Prince Ivan on a journey full of surprises!

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The Mysterious House P2 丨Arabian Fairy Tale丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

May 13, 2025 • 3 mins

A magical tale from the Middle East about courage, mystery, and an unexpected treasure. What happens when a brave young man enters a haunted house? Listen to find out!

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The Mysterious House P1 丨Arabian Fairy Tale丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

May 10, 2025 • 3 mins

A Middle Eastern folktale about a clever young man with nothing left to lose. It’s a story of quick thinking, bold choices, and a mysterious house no one dares to enter. What will Ali discover inside? Listen to find out.

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The World’s First Mummy P2丨Ancient Egyptian Stories丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

May 8, 2025 • 4 mins

Are you ready for a story full of magic, adventure, and powerful gods from Ancient Egypt? Today’s tale is about love, bravery, and the fight between good and evil. Let’s begin!

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The World’s First Mummy P1丨Ancient Egyptian Stories丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

May 6, 2025 • 3 mins

Get ready for an exciting adventure from Ancient Egypt! Today’s story is full of gods, parties, and a very mysterious golden chest. Are you curious? Let’s find out what happens together!

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Fables Across the Globe: Aesop & Beyond丨Fairy Tales and Folk Tales for Kids

Episodes

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The Tale of Princess Kaguya P1丨Japanese Folktales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

The Golden Apple P2丨Greek Mythology丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

The Golden Apple P1丨Greek Mythology丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

The Flying Lion P2丨African Folktales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

The Flying Lion P1丨African Folktales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

Lazy Jack丨British folktales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

The Tale of Zal and Simurgh P2丨Persian Folktales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

The Tale of Zal and Simurgh P1丨Persian Folktales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

Clarinha and the talking Eagle P2丨British folktales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

Clarinha and the talking Eagle P1丨British folktales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

Nüwa Creating Human Beings P2丨Chinese Myths丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

Nüwa Creating Human Beings P1丨Chinese Myths丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

The Three Kingdoms 丨East Slavic Folk Tales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

The Three Kingdoms P1 丨East Slavic Folk Tales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

The Mysterious House P2 丨Arabian Fairy Tale丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

The Mysterious House P1 丨Arabian Fairy Tale丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

The World’s First Mummy P2丨Ancient Egyptian Stories丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

The World’s First Mummy P1丨Ancient Egyptian Stories丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

Popular Podcasts

Gwion and the Sorceress P1丨Celtic Folktale丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land

The Tale of Princess Kaguya P2丨Japanese Folktales丨Aesop’s Fables from Every Land