Listen to Reading Padlet by Katrina Elizabeth Brailsford

Why do people get older?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 04:55:33 UTC

Younger people have lots of questions about older people, like: Why do we age? Why do people get gray or white hair? Why do older people have wrinkles? Why do older people have veins that stick up? Why...

Why do we have allergies?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 07:01:19 UTC

Why is it that some people have allergies when others don’t, even if they’re in the same family? How do allergies work? Can you be allergic to water? Why are some people allergic to cats and dogs? Can you...

Why can’t animals talk to us?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 07:02:24 UTC

Why can’t animals talk to us? Are humans the only animals that can talk? Can different species of animals communicate with each other? We learn about animal communication with Arik Kershenbaum,...

Why do we have anxiety?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 07:02:56 UTC

Why do we worry and how can we deal with it? Why do we get anxious? Where does anxiety come from? Anxiety or worry is a hard feeling to overcome, but it’s a universal human emotion. In this episode, we...

Do atoms never touch?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 07:03:34 UTC

What are atoms made of? Why is everything made of atoms? Why are atoms so small? How many atoms are there in the world? How did scientists find atoms if we can’t see them? How do atoms get their color?

Why do ballerinas wear ballet shoes?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 07:04:30 UTC

Why do people dance? Where did ballet come from? How do you make pointe shoes for ballet? How does practice make you better at things? But Why visited Dance Theatre of Harlem to get answers to...

Chameleons, jellyfish and ballerinas! Check out But Why Bites

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 07:06:40 UTC

For today’s episode, we’re doing something a little different! We’re going to be listening to our video series, But Why Bites! (Even without the video part, they’re really cool!) Every other week over on our...

Why don't bicycles fall over?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 07:14:51 UTC

It's all about bikes in this episode of But Why? How come bicycles stay up when you're riding, but fall over once you stop? We turn to Andy Ruina, professor of engineering at Cornell University, for the...

What's it like to be bilingual?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 07:15:33 UTC

Almost half the people in the world speak at least two languages. And, it turns out, that includes a lot of But Why listeners! In this episode we talk about what it’s like to speak multiple languages and kids from around the world share phrases in many different languages so we can all learn something new! Plus, linguist and professor Anna Babel answers questions we’ve gotten about languages, including: What does it mean to be bilingual? Why do some people speak two or three languages? How many languages can someone learn?

How do birds fly?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 07:16:27 UTC

Why do birds fly? How do raptors soar? Why do some birds fly in the shape of a V? Why can’t some birds, like penguins, emus and ostriches fly? Why do hummingbirds fly so fast? We answer all of your...

Why do we celebrate birthdays?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 07:36:19 UTC

Why do we celebrate birthdays? Why do we have birthday cakes? Why do we blow out candles on our birthdays? Why are our birthdays on the same date but a different day of the week each year? This...

How do broken bones heal?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 07:37:44 UTC

Why do we have bones? How do they grow–and how do they know when to stop growing? How many do we have in our bodies? And when we break our bones, how do they heal? What do casts do? And how...

Why do cicadas come out every 17 years?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 07:38:47 UTC

This spring, trillions of periodical cicadas are emerging from the ground, where they’ve spent 13 or 17 years feeding on xylem (basically, tree juice). The two specific broods emerging this year have not come...

Why do oranges have peels?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:06:57 UTC

Why do oranges have peels? Why is the inside of an orange segmented? Why are lemons and limes so sour? Why do lemons have seeds but limes don’t? Why does fruit have juice? How many oranges are in...

What's cool about cockroaches?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:07:33 UTC

That’s a question a lot of people have, honestly. But a kid named Rosie was bold enough to ask us to investigate why. So, in the latest episode, we dig in on why cockroaches get such a bad rap and why you...

How are crickets so loud?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:08:17 UTC

How are crickets so loud? Why do they chirp at night? How are they different from grasshoppers? We’re talking crickets today with Karim Vahed, a cricket and katydid expert and entomologist (bug scientist) in...

How do crocodiles chomp?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:09:34 UTC

Why do lizards have scales? Why are reptiles cold-blooded? Why do lizards have long tongues? How do lizards grow their tails back? Are crocodiles dinosaurs? What’s the difference between an alligator and a...

Do earthworms have eyes?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:10:43 UTC

Come along to learn all about the wriggling worms that live in the dirt beneath your feet. Earthworms are everywhere, and there are many species of worms yet to be discovered. How do worms communicate?

What is a solar eclipse?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:12:54 UTC

A solar eclipse is coming to North America on April 8, 2024. The moon will line up perfectly between the Earth and the sun, blocking out the sun’s light and casting a shadow that will pass over parts of Mexico,...

Do people eat bugs?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:14:46 UTC

Yes! In many parts of the world, insects are a regular part of people’s diets. Bugs are an efficient source of protein, and many cultures find them delicious. Some countries, like the US, don’t have a strong culture...

What are eels?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:17:03 UTC

What are eels? And why are some eels electric? We head to Poughkeepsie, New York to learn about eels with Chris Bowser, Hudson River estuary educator with the New York Department of Environmental...

How are electric guitars made?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:17:46 UTC

How are electric guitars made? How are guitar strings made? And how, exactly, do guitars work? We’re answering questions about electric guitars with local luthier (guitarmaker) Lea in Burlington, Vermont.

Who invented emoji?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:19:17 UTC

Emoji are those little images you can send in text messages to friends and family. Nine-year-old Leila in New Jersey wants to know how they were invented. So in this episode we find out with Jane Solomon,...

Why do we have two eyes if we only see one image?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:21:18 UTC

What shape are our eyes? What are they made of? How do they work? What’s the point of having two eyes if we only see one image? Why do we blink? What’s the point of tears and why are they salty?

Why do we wear clothes?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:22:57 UTC

Have you ever been threading one leg through a pair of pants in the morning and wondered…why do we wear clothes anyway? Or wondered why pockets in clothing designed for girls are sometimes smaller...

Why do we like being scared?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:23:51 UTC

Why do some people like haunted houses and scary movies? What is fear? Why do humans have fear! Why do we get goosebumps, blink a lot and scream when we’re scared? Why are some of us afraid of...

How are glaciers formed?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:31:17 UTC

But Why went somewhere really cool - literally - and we’re taking you along! We visited Sólheimajökull, a glacier in southern Iceland and then talked with University of Iceland glaciologist Guðfinna Aðalgeirsdóttir...

Why do we need glasses?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:35:46 UTC

How do glasses work? Why do some people need glasses and other people don’t? Why do we have different eye colors? We answer your questions about glasses and eyes in the second of two episodes...

What makes you happy?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:37:25 UTC

For our last episode of each year, we often like to ask our listeners around the world to send us something fun. This year, we wanted you to tell us what makes you happy and you had a lot to share...

Are horseshoe crabs…crabs?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:38:42 UTC

How did horseshoe crabs get their names? Are they even crabs? And did they really exist before the dinosaurs? Early spring presents a unique opportunity to see these living fossils up close as they scuttle...

How do invasive species take over?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:40:02 UTC

Why are there Burmese pythons and chameleons in the Florida Everglades? We might not know how those animals arrived but they are causing damage to the natural ecosystem. An invasive species out...

How is meat made in a lab?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:40:41 UTC

How is meat made in a lab? That’s what 10-year-old Nate in New Jersey wants to know! Scientists have figured out how to grow meat in laboratories. Some hope lab-grown meat will be able to help address...

Who created math problems?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 08:41:28 UTC

Who created math problems? Why does one plus one equal 2 and not 11? Why do numbers go on forever? Why are numbers for counting? Why do you need math?

What’s it like to compete in the Olympics?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 12:48:32 UTC

We’re celebrating the Olympics and Olympic athletes with an episode chock full of the interviews we’ve done with Olympians. Plus we answer some of the Olympic-themed questions you’ve sent us, starting...

Why are pandas black and white?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 12:49:17 UTC

For the past 50 years, visitors to the Smithsonian National Zoo in Washington, D.C. were able to see giant pandas. But recently, China asked for those pandas back. (Technically, all pandas in the United...

Are tapeworms sticky?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 12:50:46 UTC

Fleas, lice, tapeworms and ticks - these are all examples of parasites, living organisms that live on or in a host species and need this other organism to complete their complex life cycles. Sounds bad, but...

How does food turn into poop?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 12:51:30 UTC

Why do we have to poop? Why does fiber make you poop? Why is poop brown? Why does it smell so bad? Why do farts smell bad, too? Yup, we’re going there! In this episode, Mary Roach, author of Gulp:...

Why are puffins' beaks so colorful?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-02 12:52:08 UTC

Have you ever seen a puffin? With their bright beaks, orange feet and black and white coloring, these birds are very cool to look at. And we’ve gotten a lot of questions about them! In this episode, we talk with...

How do we learn to read?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:10:32 UTC

11-year-old Alaska (from Colorado) wants to know: why do some kids love reading while others don’t? We know there’s a lot of debate lately about the best ways to teach kids how to read. But in this episode we..

How are records made?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:11:45 UTC

How are records made? How does a record player make sound? Why are we still listening to and buying records when there are so many digital ways to listen to music?!

Who decides what robots look like?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:12:56 UTC

Who decides what robots look like? How do robots work and move? How are they controlled? And are robots alive? We tackle all your robot questions in this episode, and we’re taking a field trip to a local...

Where does the sky end?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:13:38 UTC

Where is the border between sky and space? That's what 5-year-old Matthias of Durham, New Hampshire wants to know. Alesandra, 3 of Bella Vista, Arkansas wants to know why we can't hold air.

How does wildfire smoke travel so far?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:14:18 UTC

Have you noticed especially hazy skies where you live over the last few summers? While many parts of the world are experiencing more frequent and intense wildfires, even places that are nowhere near the...

Can snowstorms have thunder?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:16:34 UTC

How is snow made and what’s it made out of? Why is it white and sparkly? Why do snowflakes look different? Can snowstorms have thunder? Why do some places, like mountains, get more snow than...

Why is social media so addictive?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:18:56 UTC

Why do people spend so much time on social media? But Why answers kids' questions about social media and screen time and we learn about how to be a good citizen online with Devorah Heitner, author...

What are sun bears?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:19:41 UTC

We’re thinking about bears! Actually one specific type of bear: sun bears! Have you heard about this type of bear? They’re the smallest of the world’s bears, about half the size of a black bear. They live...

Why do we need to use sunscreen?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:20:27 UTC

It’s summer and that means slathering yourself with sunblock before you’re allowed to go run around outside. Not everyone loves that ritual: sunscreen can be cold or sticky. Sometimes it gets in your eyes,...

What would your superpower be?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:21:16 UTC

If you could be a superhero, what would you want your superpower to be–and what would you call yourself? That’s what we asked kids for this special end-of-year episode, and we got some amazing...

How do we learn to swim?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:21:49 UTC

But it’s important to know how to swim if you’re going to be around water! In this episode, Upper Valley Aquatic Center Swim School Director Kana Wyman gives us swimming tips, like how to get comfortable...

Who invented tacos?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:27:03 UTC

Do you love tacos? Then you’re not alone! Tacos originated in Mexico but they’re popular worldwide and they are ever evolving. Kids have a lot of questions about this favorite food so we visited Nixta Taqueria...

Why do trains run on tracks?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:27:52 UTC

How do trains work? We went to Union Station in Washington, DC to answer a whole wagonload of questions with Amtrak's Patrick Kidd...

When did volcanoes start existing?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:28:27 UTC

Volcanoes have been erupting on Earth for BILLIONS of years, and they’re still creating new landscapes today! Volcanoes can seem mysterious and scary, but people all over the world have learned to live in...

Why do walruses look so weird?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:29:03 UTC

Why do walrus look the way they do? Why do they have such long tusks? Do they have other teeth? Do walruses migrate? We learn all about these majestic giants with Adam Ratner of the Marine Mammal...

How do you whistle?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:30:13 UTC

How do people whistle? How does whistling make a sound? Why does your tongue change a whistle higher or lower? Can you get a trophy for whistling? Can people with laryngitis whistle? Get ready, we...

Are wild cats afraid of water?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:30:42 UTC

Are all cats afraid of water? Do wild cats bury their poop? How are the cats that live in your house related to lions and tigers roaming in the wild? We take a walk in the woods with wildlife biologist Emily Carollo...

How do wind turbines work?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:32:00 UTC

How do wind turbines work? How are wind turbines made? What will our energy picture look like in the future? We’re taking a deep dive into wind power, and trying to make the technology understandable, with...

Why do wolves howl?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:32:50 UTC

Why do wolves howl at the moon? Do wolves have different howls? How were wolves domesticated into dogs? How do wolves run fast for so long? What kind of habitats do wolves prefer? Why are people..

Who invented the English language?

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:34:40 UTC

Where did the English language come from? Why do words have silent letters? Why do some people have accents? Why do some words sound similar? Answers to all of your questions about English and...

A Bee in the Bush

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:42:27 UTC

Erika Ishii (Worlds Beyond Number, Apex Legends) headlines this Vietnamese tale about getting a bee in your bonnet, buzzing off, and feeling the sting.

A Horse for Hire

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:48:02 UTC

Recorded live at Tanglewood with members of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and a star-studded cast, this Haitian and Creole tale is all about hefty horses and broken deals.

At First Light

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:48:41 UTC

Natalie Dormer (Audrey's Children, Game of Thrones) headlines a legend from Aboriginal Australia about a bright, bold bird and the illuminating power of teamwork.

Call of the Cuckoo

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:53:23 UTC

Stephen Hanna and Bret Shuford (Broadway Husbands, Husbands 2 Dads) headline a European and Asian tale about outlawing anger, forbidding frustration, and making the feathers fly!

Dancing to a Different Tune

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:54:47 UTC

World-renowned violinist Hilary Hahn plays a musician with a miraculous gift in this whimsical folktale from South America, North Africa, Europe and the US.

Diamonds in the Sky

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:55:25 UTC

Kyriana Kratter (Star Wars: Skeleton Crew) and Mila Harris (Mary, World-Breaker) headline an out-of-this-world Filipino tale about how the sun and moon came to be.

Chameleon’s Contest

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:57:20 UTC

Jonica Booth (Rap Stuff, Bad Girls Club) and Jay Pharoah (Out of Office, Saturday Night Live) co-star in this West African tale about a clothing-obsessed goddess and a crafty, colorful chameleon.

Counting Crocodiles

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:57:58 UTC

In this playful tale from Indonesia, Japan and Malaysia, Tiya Sircar (Star Wars Rebels, The Good Place) plays a cunning mouse deer who teaches a cantankerous crocodile a lesson.

Friends in High Places

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:58:42 UTC

Mario Cantone (And Just Like That, Surf's Up) and Denise Crosby (Star Trek: The Next Generation) star in this folktale about how the giraffe got its long neck, and how the rhino got an unexpected ally!

Getting Skunked

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 06:59:18 UTC

Terrence Terrell (B Positive, Giants) stars in this Abenaki tale about a gentle giant who brings night and day to the world, and gives a certain striped critter its telltale scent.

Hungry Hippo

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:02:01 UTC

Scott Lawrence (Star Wars Resistance, Vader Immortal) stars in this African legend about how the hippopotamus came to be the decidedly distinctive creature it is today.

Mangoes in the Middle

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:02:41 UTC

Utkarsh Ambudkar (Ghosts, We Are Freestyle Love Supreme) stars in an Indian tale about an ingenious royal advisor who cunningly proves the true owner of a fruitful treasure.

Of Beans and Bunnies

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:04:39 UTC

Efren Ramirez (Napoleon Dynamite, Lightyear) portrays a beloved trickster who lives by his wits, and uses them to outwit others, in this folktale from the Spanish-speaking world.

The Bright Yellow Hat

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:05:10 UTC

Jona Xiao (Raya and the Last Dragon, Hightown) plays a flower peddler who makes gardens and goodness grow in this story with Chinese, Tibetan, Japanese, Moroccan, French, Canadian and Peruvian roots.

The Friend Ship

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:05:50 UTC

Carra Patterson (Rustin, Elsbeth) stars in a tale from Japan about a woman with enough generosity to last a lifetime, and a man with enough greed to sink a ship.

The Little Blue Pebble

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:06:23 UTC

In this magical story with worldwide roots, Broadway performers Bret Shuford and Stephen Hanna (Broadway Husbands) play farmers who receive a little magic that leads to big transformations!

The Lumps of Clay

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:06:56 UTC

Maulik Pancholy (Phineas and Ferb, Sanjay and Craig) stars in a classic Indian story about a witty royal adviser who finds an ingenious way to bring the truth to light.

The Most Fabulous Fur of All

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:08:13 UTC

Q'orianka Kilcher (Yellowstone, Dora and the Lost City of Gold) stars in a Cherokee tale about a clever rabbit who craftily tries pulling the wool — and fur — over everyone’s eyes.

The Princess and the Bee

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:08:45 UTC

Duchess Sarah Ferguson of York (Storytime with Fergie) and Suzie McGrath (Star Wars Resistance, The Punies) star in this charming tale about the importance of having a sound, sensible head, and a warm,

The Rooster in the Sky

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:09:18 UTC

In this adventure story with roots in Russia, Hungary and the Middle East, a magical rooster rewards Rachel Matthews (Frozen 2) for her fearless persistence and precious friendship.

Three Clever Brothers

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:10:06 UTC

Alexandra Billings (Transparent, Paddleton) stars in a North African, Middle Eastern and central and north-central Asian folktale about the power of a keen eye and a quick mind.

Giant Steps

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:10:38 UTC

Recorded live at The Athenaeum Center in Chicago, IL, this tale from the Iraqi Jewish tradition gives a whole new meaning to "putting your best foot forward."

Granny Snowstorm

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:13:18 UTC

Recorded live at Town Hall Seattle, this Ukrainian tale follows a sister and brother as they meet the supernatural spirit who brings winter.

Home Sweet Home

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:15:21 UTC

Recorded live at The Parkway Theater in Minneapolis, MN, this East African tale about unlikely roommates proves that sometimes the smallest can be the strongest of all.

Hot Potatoes

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:17:15 UTC

Arlen Escarpeta (Found, The Oath) headlines a tale from southern Africa about stolen spuds and hare-brained schemes.

In the Willow Tree

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:18:55 UTC

Stephanie Koenig (Lessons in Chemistry, The English Teacher) and Patrick Luwis (Cobra Kai) star in a Taiwanese tale about a tiny ant, a boastful pigeon, and unexpected favors.

In the Wolf’s Mouth

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:20:19 UTC

Jennifer Hale (Stars Wars: The Clone Wars, X-Men ‘97) stars in a Portuguese tale about a big bad wolf and a sharp shrewd owl.

Laughing and Crying

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:21:00 UTC

Recorded live at The Athenaeum Center in Chicago, IL, this tale with East Asian and Egyptian roots pits a proud king against a sharp-witted schoolteacher who proves she's nobody's fool.

Maushop and the Shark

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:21:33 UTC

Román Zaragoza (Ghosts) stars in a Wampanoag tale about a gentle giant, a hungry shark, and the power of fun and games.

Milk from a Bull

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:22:04 UTC

Recorded live at Tanglewood with Boston Symphony Orchestra musicians and a star-studded cast, this tale with roots in India, Mongolia, Siberia and the Philippines is all about thinking outside the box... and inside the jar.

Miss Tilda

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:23:38 UTC

Arienne Mandi (The L Word: Generation Q, The Night Agent) and Patrick Renna (You Gotta Believe, The Sandlot) go head-to-head in a battle of wits in this tale with roots across Europe, Asia, the Caribbean and...

One Good Turn

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:24:14 UTC

Alan Goffinski, Ana González and Lulu Miller (Terrestrials) star in a very international story about returning favors and being stuck between a rock and a hard place.

Out of Time

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:25:57 UTC

Brittany Ishibashi (Marvel’s Runaways, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) stars in a Japanese tale about the power of stories, and the value of reading -- and listening -- between the lines.

Sundown on Sunday

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:28:10 UTC

Charlet Takahashi Chung (Wylde Pak, Rugrats) stars in a Japanese folktale about a clever farmer who gives herself a helping hand... and foot!

The All-Wish Stick

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:29:16 UTC

Amy Tsang (Star Wars: The Acolyte, Kung Fu) stars in a Chinese tale about a magical gift that makes wishes come true, provided you make them with an honest heart.

The Big Green Bag

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:40:07 UTC

Tim Bagley (Somebody Somewhere, Hacks) and Rebecca Mader (Lost, Once Upon a Time) co-star in a Rumanian and British tale about the high-flying differences between wants and needs.

Princess Persistence

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:40:40 UTC

Aparna Brielle (FUBAR, A.P. Bio) stars as a legendary Indian princess whose love, devotion and courage face the ultimate test.

The Buffalo’s Shadow

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:41:12 UTC

Recorded live at The Parkway Theater in Minneapolis, MN, this Cambodian folktale shows what happens when you find clever solutions to shady problems.

The Caged Bird

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:41:48 UTC

Tim Matheson (The West Wing, Virgin River) and Jonathan Tucker (Kingdom, Westworld) co-star in a Jewish and Persian tale about a parrot, a prince, and the priceless value of freedom.

The Cobbler’s Soul

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:42:19 UTC

John Patrick Amedori (Three Women, Dear White People) headlines an internationally-inspired story about fixing soles and saving souls.

The Crystal Story Box

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:42:50 UTC

Bashir Salahuddin (Top Gun: Maverick, South Side) plays legendary trickster Anansi in this West African tale about how stories first came to the world.

The Doggies in the Window

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:43:26 UTC

Recorded live at The Aladdin Theater in Portland, OR, this Japanese tale about fragile statues and tough shopkeepers proves that every dog can have its day.

The Donkey’s Tail

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:43:58 UTC

Rapper/poet Omar Offendum (Little Syria) stars in a Persian and North African tale about righting wrongs and sniffing out a thief.

The Face-Off

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:44:40 UTC

Actor Kelly Jenrette (All American: Homecoming, The Handmaid’s Tale) and producer/actor Lamar Richardson (Appropriate, Merrily We Roll Along) co-star in a Shona legend that proves how big strength can come in little sizes.

The Farmer and the Cow

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:45:16 UTC

Recorded live at Tanglewood with members of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and a star-studded cast, this Icelandic tale features a magical bovine who's able to moooooove mountains!

The First Councilor

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:45:53 UTC

Danielle Panabaker (The Flash) and James Wolk (Mad Men, Happy Face) headline a Swedish tale about an uncertain king, a magic fairy, and a monumental decision.

The Flame Keeper

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:46:20 UTC

Joy Ofodu (Dating Unsettled, Heart of Sunshine) and Camron Jones (Panic, Shameless) co-star in a Huichol story from Mexico about stolen fire and bald tails.

The Hiding Place

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:46:51 UTC

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.

The Laughing Bird

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:47:24 UTC

Kenny Curtis (Greeking Out) stars in a legend from Aboriginal Australia about dark days, light humor, and a little bird with a big laugh.

The Long Crimson Thread

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:47:53 UTC

Jessika Van (Seoul Searching, Awkward) and Mark Pellegrino (American Rust, Beverly Hills Cop: Axel Foley) co-star in a Welsh tale about a girl, a drought, and a mouse with a life-saving secret.

The Peach of Life

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:48:18 UTC

Recorded live at Symphony Space, a star-studded cast brings to life this Chinese and Vietnamese legend about the healing power of a kind and honest heart.

The Polka-Dotted Pigeon

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:48:49 UTC

Adam Goldberg (The Equalizer) stars in this Portuguese tale about ambitions, imposters, and making the feathers fly!

The Right Apple

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:49:28 UTC

Academy Award nominee June Squibb (Thelma, Eleanor the Great) headlines a Jewish Turkish story about taking a wrong turn and finding the right prize.

The Round Mossy Stone

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:49:58 UTC

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.

The Salmon Famine

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:50:27 UTC

Recorded live at Symphony Hall with Boston Symphony Orchestra musicians and a star-studded cast, this indigenous Pacific Northwest tale follows a wily coyote on a daring rescue.

The Sea and the Sky

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:51:26 UTC

Recorded live at The Aladdin Theater in Portland, OR, this high-flying tale explains how the islands of the Philippines came to be.

The Snow Eater

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:51:51 UTC

Cree Summer (Good Times, Abbott Elementary) headlines a Blackfoot legend about fast friends, warm winds, and why bears hibernate during the winter.

The Spotted Goat

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:52:16 UTC

Recorded live at Town Hall Seattle, this tale with Palestinian and Lebanese roots suggests that when somebody gets your goat, don't be shy about putting them on the spot!

The Well of Honor

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:52:44 UTC

Recorded live at Symphony Hall with Boston Symphony Orchestra musicians and a star-studded cast, this Egyptian, Iraqi, Palestinian, Sudanese and Tunisian tale shows the importance of never biting off more than you can chew.

The Wild Goose Chase

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:53:10 UTC

Recorded live at Symphony Space with a star-studded cast, this magical tale inspired by Ukrainian and Russian lore follows a kindly tailor as he embarks on an unforgettable chase.

The Young Healer

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:53:35 UTC

Jonigan Booth (The Underdoggs, This Is Us) headlines this Angolan tale about flowing with your heart, and the healing power of dreams.

The Zodiac Twelve

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:54:12 UTC

Tzi Ma (Five Blind Dates, Interior Chinatown) and Jimmy Wong (Mulan, Wish Dragon) co-star in an action-packed legend about the origin of the Chinese zodiac animals.

Top Banana

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:54:39 UTC

Tatyana Ali (Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Abbot Elementary) and Jack De Sena (Lego Monkie Kid, Avatar: The Last Airbender) headline this Filipino story about getting the upper hand by taking the lower half.

True Colors

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-04 07:55:06 UTC

Heather Burns (Bored to Death, Manchester by the Sea) and Ajay Naidu (Office Space, Blindspot) headline a Bantu, Zulu and Tumbuka tale about why the hyena's coat is spotted and scraggly.

Bakur and the Dragon

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:30:46 UTC

To start off the new year – a gripping story from Romania. If you like fairytales and dragons and tricksters, then this is definitely the story for you. And it’s told by talented storyteller Emily Hennessey who conjures...

Bonita the Tricky Sheep

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:31:29 UTC

What can Bonita the sheep do when El Lobo the wolf says he’s going to eat her? Why, trick him, of course, keep her cool, and trick him again, and then again! Listen to Anne Johnson tell this lively song story from Cape Verde about a hungry wolf and pretty tricky sheep.

Coyote and Bluebird

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:32:06 UTC

In this story from the US, Coyote is not happy. He keeps changing colour which is sometimes confusing, often embarrasing. Then one day, Coyote has a little accident which changes everything. Have a listen ...

Dance Ciari Dance

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:32:50 UTC

An East African chain story from Kenya about a community which pulls together to rescue some important cows which have been stolen from the village. Will the elders be able to persuade Kamankura the lead warrior to track down the thieves? And will Ciari agree to dance with Kamankura? Listen to Wangari and find out.

Fox and Dog

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:33:25 UTC

Are you more like a fox, or more like a dog? Storyteller new to Super Great Kids’ Stories - Cara Silversmith, tells this moving tale from Scottish traveller the late Duncan Williamson. The story compares the freedom and danger of the wild outdoors, to the comfort, warmth and safety of the home. Listen to Cara tell this moving tale and decide which would you would rather be - a fox or a dog. Warning: This story could be a little unsettling.

Fox at a Party

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:33:52 UTC

This story is a selection from: ‘The Best of Super Great Kids’ Stories - Can you imagine a cheeky fox inviting himself to your birthday party? What do you think might happen? Have a listen to this fun, interactive story told by Irish storyteller Kate Corkery and find out.

Goanna and The Fairies

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:34:24 UTC

Goanna (a huge lizard) keeps stealing the fairies’ delicious wattleseed damper (bread dough). What can they do? Two plucky young fairies decide to teach that lizard a lesson. But their plan involves a dangerous trip into the humans' camp. Will they succeed? Listen to this exciting fairy tale from the Australian outback told by Evita the storyteller - and find out.

How Rabbit Tricked Otter

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:35:02 UTC

In this lively story, Gayle Ross from the Cherokee Nation in the US illustrates how Rabbit's habit of playing tricks on his friends backfires, and leaves him with the stubby little tail he has to this day.

How Stories Came Into the World

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:35:50 UTC

We all love stories, but where did they come from? Listen to Wangari tell this lively and imaginative how and why story from South Africa which explains all.

How the Lion Got His Roar

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:36:17 UTC

Lion’s voice is soft and quiet. This makes it tricky for the animals to know when lion is out hunting, and keep safely out of his way. So they need to find a way to get lion to roar. But no animal is brave enough to sort the problem. …. no one that is except for Unogwaja the trickster rabbit who comes up with a perfect plan. Listen to Gcina Mphlope tell this animated story from South Africa and find out how rabbit saves the day.

Kawariki and the Shark Man

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:36:47 UTC

Kawariki is secretly in love with a shark man. Well, he wasn’t a shark when she fell in love with him, but her Dad who has magic powers, wants her to marry someone else, so he turns the man she loves into a shark. Eek! Listen to Emmy Bidois tell this Maori tale, from Aotearoa (New Zealand) and see how the power of love, and help from a sea goddess helps solve this problem.

Loloba and the Eagle

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:37:28 UTC

Deep in the forest, a brother and sister live a simple life hunting and living off the land. But one day, the brother sets a trap for a bird— imagine his surprise when he catches a talking eagle! And this wasn’t ju...

Masha and the Big Brown Bear

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:37:56 UTC

When young Masha goes into the woods to pick mushrooms, she gets lost. As if that’s not bad enough, a bear takes her to his home and insists she stay there forever to clean his house. Masha comes up with a...

Molly and The Leprechaun

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:38:27 UTC

This story is a selection from: ‘The Best of Super Great Kids’ Stories - Some people say, that if you catch a leprechaun, he will lead you to a pot of gold. Listen to Irish storyteller Kate Corkery, to see if Molly can get her granny a pot of gold?

Monkey Liver Soup

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:39:02 UTC

Crocodile is not well, and needs some monkey liver soup to get better. But how can crocodile find a monkey willing to hand over his liver? Crocodile comes up with a cunning plan to trick a monkey – but...

Muturi and the Ogre

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:39:33 UTC

A blacksmith sets off on a journey leaving a wife at home. The wife is expecting a baby, and after the months pass without a word from her husband, an unexpected visitor appears. He’s covered in fur and has one eye in the middle of his head. Should she trust him? Listen to this week’s fairytale told by Wangari the Storyteller from Kenya and find out.

Rabbit Tricks Wolf

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:40:05 UTC

Rabbit is up to his tricks again. This time he’s determined to keep all the meat for himself and his family and send wolf home with next to nothing. Will he succeed? Listen to this trickster tale told by Gayle Ross...

Robin Hood and the Silver Arrow

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:40:33 UTC

Storyteller Dave Tong, tells us a medieval English Tale about Robin Hood and his merry men who hear about an archery competition organised by the evil Sheriff of Nottingham. In spite of warnings from Maid...

Rumplestiltskin

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:41:10 UTC

Listen to Jason Buck tell his gripping version of the European story, Rumplestiltskin – complete with a nasty little goblin, a frightfully greedy King, and a clever girl who gets herself out of a tricky situation.

Sigomio & the Turtle Woman

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:41:40 UTC

Imagine catching a turtle and taking it home, only to discover that the turtle has turned into a lovely woman. That's what happens to a fisherman im this story from the Greek Island of Kasos. Add in a jealous king, a funny little man and some magic powers, and you have the makings of a marvellous tale told beautifully by storyteller Despina Ariou. Happy listening!

Star Coin

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:42:07 UTC

Star Coin is a Brothers Grimm story from Germany about an orphan girl who has nothing left in the world but the clothes on her back and a piece of bread. As she walks through the forest, looking for her luck, she encounters various people in need and helps them, but is left standing in the snowy forest with only a thin undershirt and no food or shoes. Who will come to her aid? Listen to the magical voice of storyteller Simone Schuemmelfeder, and take heart.

Stone Soup

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:42:40 UTC

Anne Johnson from the London storytelling charity Everyday Magic tells this moving European story about a family which is unexpectedly forced to flee their home and seek shelter elsewhere. Where will they sleep and how will they find food? Listen to Anne tell this moving story enhanced with beautiful songs and find out.

Sweetie the Skunk & Frog in a Well

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:43:14 UTC

A double story week with two song-stories told by Kim. The first is a funny little tale about a sweet-smelling skunk. And the second is a thoughtful story from China about a frog who is encouraged by a...

Tattercoats

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:43:45 UTC

In a grand house high up on a hill above the sea lived an old man who had a little granddaughter whose face he had never seen because his lovely daughter died at her birth… Nick Hennessey tells a moving...

The Belly Button Monster

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:44:16 UTC

Do you like monsters? What! How can anyone like monsters? Well in this story from the US, a young boy called Jimmy does not like them, but a monster decides that he really likes Jimmy’s belly button, pops it in...

The Best Nest

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:44:41 UTC

An old English folk tale which explains why birds build their nests differently. And shows the importance of listening carefully. Which bird will end up with the best nest? Listen to Wangari the storyteller and find out.

The Bird With Big Feet

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:45:19 UTC

In this tale from the Cherokee Nation, we hear about poor meadowlark who is a handsome bird, but unhappy with his big feet which he thinks are ugly. His friend grasshopper insists he must have been given them for a reason. Listen to storyteller Gayle Ross, share this moving tale – passed on by her grandmother - and learn how meadowlark discovers that big feet can actually save lives!

The Boy Who Drew Cats

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:45:48 UTC

A young boy is sent by his parents to become a priest, but really, all he wants to do is draw cats. He loves drawing cats, and dreams of becoming an artist. What he doesn’t know, is that this love of drawing cats

The Cat that Ate the Palace

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:46:25 UTC

Take one silly queen and a cook, and a pastry chef and a King, and some cute birds and some fuzzy bees and some mop slopping servants and some guards and nobles and advisors and one little stable boy and put them all together into the stomach of one small cat – and you’ve got a bit of a problem. Listen to genius storyteller Tim Ralphs weave his word magic while telling this story and enjoy the spectacular result.

The Cheeky Cockerel

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:46:52 UTC

A loyal cockerel sets off on a quest to help his owner who is short of money. Amazingly, the bird finds gold, but a rich man steals it and then tries to kill him. Can the bird escape and return to reward his...

The Curing Fox

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:47:18 UTC

Storyteller Tuup returns to tells us a First Nation story about a young girl who is unwell, and her father’s quest to find a fox who can help her get better. Her father sets off in a blizzard, to find the fox and bring it back to the family home. Will this wild animal allow itself to be taken, and will the young girl recover? Listen to Tuup tell this mysterious story and find out.

The Great Race

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:47:49 UTC

Kim tells the story of the twelve animals which represent the Chinese New Year. As the Lunar New Year approaches, each animal wants it to be named after them, but no one can agree which animal is most deserving. The Jade Emperor steps into solve the problem by proposing a race. Listen to this lively story and discover who wins, and who loses.

The Grumpy Gecko

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:48:12 UTC

What would you do if noisy animals were keeping you awake at night? Put your hands over your ears, burst into tears, or get someone big to go and ask them to be quiet! Listen to storyteller Wendy Shearer tell this fun, interactive story set in the rainforest in Bali and find out what grumpy gecko decides to do.

The Mermaid's Gift and How Skunk Got its Smell.

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:48:38 UTC

Two beautiful stories from the 'mother of all storytellers' - Liz Weir from Northern Ireland. One is about two friends who meet a mermaid, and the other, a How and Why story from the US about a vain skunk. Listen to Liz’s wonderful tales and be inspired to tell your own.

The Old Woman Up the Hill

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:49:19 UTC

What would you do if a green-skinned, big, snotty-nosed long-clawed hairy monster with green legs, and red eyes came a knocking at your door? The tough old woman in this story from the North of England knows what she wants and it isn’t to be eaten by a monster so she has to use her wits to trick him. Will she succeed? Listen to this funny story told by storyteller new to super great kids’ stories - Lucy Lill, and find out.

The Owl Girls and The Witch

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:49:45 UTC

This story is a selection from: ‘The Best of Super Great Kids’ Stories -

Would you like to turn into a bird and fly off on an adventure? The two friends in this story did just that –

The Queen of the Tortoises

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:50:12 UTC

In this fun how and why story from South Africa a little tortoise is frustrated at not looking as interesting as all the other animals. In the end she finds a way to stand out, but not quite as she planned. Listen to Gcina Mhlophe from Durban in South Africa to find out how the tortoise got her cracked shell.

The Slippers That Make No Noise

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:50:37 UTC

Yeh-Hsien, an orphan with shiny black hair and skin as soft as silk wishes to go to the lunar new year celebrations with her sister and step mother. She’s told to stay at home and cook, but with a little help from a magical fish, and a pair of slippers that make no noise, her wish just might come true. Listen to Kim telling this ancient Chinese version of a Cinderella-style love story to find out what happens.

The Snow Geese

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:51:05 UTC

A girl lives with her Mum and little brother on the edge of a forest. When her brother is snatched away by the snow geese she asks for help from some unlikely assistants. But they’ll only help her if she agrees to eat food she’s never tried before. Can she give up habits of a lifetime in order to save her little brother? Listen to storyteller from Cambridge Marion Leeper and find out. A heart-warming story from the chilly north.

The Tiger's Whisker

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:51:32 UTC

This tale from Indonesia is about patience, and giving people space to recover. It's told by the inimitable Tuup along with his drum and some realistic tiger sound effects. It's aimed at a slightly older age group 7 – 9. If you have younger children, we have an imaginative second story this week told by Nick Hennessey: Coyote and Bluebird.

The Two Silly Witches

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:51:57 UTC

The first of May isn’t just a celebration of summer and dancing round the maypole. Some Europeans believe it’s the date when witches gather to cause trouble. Guest storyteller Emily Hanna-Grazebrook from dragonflytales.uk shares a slightly scary witchy story to mark this magical day. Will the young witches appease the angry mob, or will their frantic spells make things worse? Listen to Emily’s gripping version of a tale from Estonia and find out!

The White Cow

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:52:20 UTC

A Mexican farmer and his wife both love their white cow - as much as they love each other. A local priest is very keen to have it, and comes up with a sneaky plan. Will the priest get his way, or will love, and a little trickery from the farmer’s wife win the day? Listen to Tim Ralphs, a talented storyteller new to Super Great Kids’ Stories– and find out.

The Wide-Mouthed Frog

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:52:45 UTC

Would you want a very loud frog for a pet? The children in this story do, and even manage to catch one, but they know their Mum won’t be happy. So they set him free and encourage him to go on a quest...

Tsisdu (Rabbit)

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:53:14 UTC

A little rabbit who talks too much - is chosen to be the messenger for the animals who lead their community - known as the Tribal Council. Unfortunately, that rabbit just doesn’t know when to be quiet. Can the bigger animals silence him? Listen to Gayle Ross from the Cherokee Nation tell this moving story with an important message. Note to the grown-ups: this story is a bit unsettling, but all works out fine in the end.

Why Rooster Brings the Sun

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:53:45 UTC

Have you ever wondered why the sun comes up once rooster starts crowing? Listen to Kim telling this lively, interactive song-story from China and find out.

Why the Sea is Salty

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:54:12 UTC

Have you ever wondered why the sea is salty? All you need is one hungry girl, a rich but mean brother and a sprinkling of magic.

Why the Whale has a Sad Song - a story from the Indigenous people of North America’s Pacific Northwest

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 17:54:43 UTC

This story is a selection from: ‘The Best of Super Great Kids’ Stories.

We’re going to release one popular story from our archive - each month on a Wednesday in the middle of the month.

This episode was the first to be released on our podcast. It’s a ‘How and Why’ story retold by Tuup. He’s been telling this story for many years. He first read it in a book called: 'Whale in The Sky' by Anne Siberell' (Puffin 1991) and was inspired to work it into a version of his own.

A Multiverse of Helens

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 18:04:24 UTC

Oh Muses! We tell some tales you already know -- of Helen, Menelaus, Odysseus, and Agamemnon -- but with secrets revealed! We encounter Herodotus, beach wrestling, cloud women, another water entity that changes shape, and lots of confusion.

All About Athena (and Pallas)

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-05 18:08:39 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we talk all about Athena. And also a little about Pallas. We encounter some light cannibalism, cheating in a competition, a salty god, prophecies concerning babies, and the death of a close friend.

All About Dionysius

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:32:29 UTC

Oh Muses! Today we tell the story of Dionysius, the Twice Born, and his journey to Mount Olympus. We encounter god-induced madness, bursting into flames, partying too hard, Mysteries, self un-aliving, and...

Anansi-ing Through Life: How Stories Came to Humans

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:33:12 UTC

Oh Muses! Bless our pronunciation skills and help us tell the story of how Anansi brought stories to humanity. In this episode, we encounter a set number of tasks that somehow grows, gourds, plantains

Ancient Greece's Most Wanted

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:35:08 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of the inhabitants of Tartarus, and their dastardly deeds. We come across violations of hospitality, someone who tries to cheat death, and people who are just plain mean. Some people get eaten, and we all learn some lessons. So listen up! -- Seriously, though, this one has a lot of cannibalism. Younger listeners may want to skip it.

Ancient Greek Monster Mash the Sequel

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:36:10 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode, we tell the tale of many terrifying monsters. We encounter Latin, the removal of all of someone’s muscles, winning contests against jealous gods, ill-advised romances, some truly brutal deaths, and terrorizing the countryside. This one is pretty gruesome, so younger listeners might want to skip it.

Ancient Greek Monster Mash

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:36:45 UTC

Oh, Muses! In this episode we tell tales of monsters that lurk in the shadows of ancient Greece. We come across riddles, ill-advised drinking, kingdoms for ransom, eye-gouging, and a man-eating whirlpool-and we also learn how not to behave in someone else's house.

Andromeda and Perseus

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:37:22 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of a hero who rescues a princess and a princess who doesn't really need rescuing. We come across boastful mothers, scary sea monsters, a terrible flood, a monster with a sad backstory, and, of course, snakes.

Apollo and Hermes

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:38:01 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode, we tell the tale of an impressive prank. We encounter a crisis of self-image, an impromptu dance party, emotional mess, and a sincere apology.

Apollo is Grounded

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:38:40 UTC

Oh Muses! Apollo faces consequences, but makes the best of it. In this episode we encounter immortals getting grounded, killing people who don’t deserve it, trying to change fate, strange idioms, and fighting death himself.

Arachne the Weaver

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:39:20 UTC

Oh, Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of the mortal weaver Arachne and her excellent tapestries. We come across some ill-advised bragging, weaving, a tapestry with a lot to say, gods in disguise, and an unfortunate bargain.

Asclepius the Healer

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:39:58 UTC

Oh Muses! We tell the tale of Asclepius and his heroic deeds. In it we encounter the first Cesarian section, love gone wrong, the off-stage death of a minor character, anatomically named gods, death by honey, and the perils of being the healer.

Atalanta the Warrior

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:40:31 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of Atalanta the Warrior and her adventures. We come across rampaging centaurs, estranged fathers, spiteful log burning, and some shiny shiny golden apples.

Bellerophon and Pegasus pt 1 - Horse Bros

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:41:14 UTC

Oh Muses! Today we tell the tale of the hero Bellerophon and his trials. We encounter a chimera, a large amount of siblings, diplomatic relations, attempted horse thievery, treacherous letter writing, and a boy and his horse.

Bellerophon and Pegasus pt 2 - It All Goes Wrong

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:41:42 UTC

Oh Muses! A classic hero with a classic end. Today we finalize the tale of Bellerophon and Pegasus. We encounter weapons of war, hubris, tactical retreats, and the death of a hero.

Bikol and Tagalog Me Back

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:42:14 UTC

Oh Muses! Help us in our travels to the Philippines to tell some Filipino legends from the Tagalog and Bicol regions. We encounter arguing pixie sisters, many dialects, strategic lullabies and why it’s never a good idea to sleep on the job.

Circe

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:42:41 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode, we tell the tale of Circe. We encounter bad decisions, using potions to solve your problems, unrequited love, a sea change, and personal growth.

Daedalus and Icarus

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:43:15 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of Daedalus the inventor, his son, Icarus, and their escape from imprisonment. We come across old friends, a man with a plan, the mysterious death of rivals, children who won't listen to their parents, and someone tragically falls into the sea.

Demeter and Persephone and Hades

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:43:49 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of Demeter and her daughter Persephone. We encounter IRL kidnappings that are not romantic, fruits that are really berries, dial up, the king of the Underworld, and learning to make decisions for yourself.

Echo and Narcissus

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:44:21 UTC

Oh, Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of the nymph Echo, the mortal she fell in love with. We come across unfaithful gods, repetition, eternal curses, repetition, reflective surfaces, repetition, and life lessons.

Hephaestus and Dionysus

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:45:00 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode, we tell a tale of an elaborate revenge plot. We encounter the god of wine and fun times, an introvert at a party, good craftsmanship, and bonding through mutual enemies.

Heracles Pt. 1 - the G.O.A.T. of Greek Mythology

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:45:42 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of Heracles and his Labors. We come across comical amounts of horse manure, an uncontrollable rage that destroys lives, cousin rivalry, and snakes. And we all know how the Oracle feels about snakes.

Heracles Pt. 2 - The Twelve Labors of Heracles

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:46:10 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we finish the tale of Heracles and his ten or twelve labors. We learn a lot about vicious livestock, poisonous poop, and using your brain instead of your brawn.

Howling Around - All About Wolves

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:46:44 UTC

Oh Muses! We tell many tales of Canis lupus. In it we encounter anti-wolf propaganda, the unrequited love of a goddess, civic planning, new obsessions, and ecosystem facts.

Jason and the Quest for the Golden Fleece

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:47:13 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of Jason and the Golden Fleece, in which Jason travels to the far edges of the known world in search of a fleece to help him regain his kingdom. We encounter dragons, a clever princess, bothersome harpies, enchanted rocks, and questionable agricultural practices.

Khipu Me in Mind: Cavillaca and Cuniraya Viracocha

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:47:48 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of Cavillaca and Cuniraya Viracocha. We encounter getting pregnant from eating fruit, fatherless sons, turning to stone, blaming the messengers, and putting curses on wildlife.

Let's Get Sanskrit! Narasimha and Hiranyakashipu

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:48:39 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of Narasimha. We encounter overreactions of the deadly kind, a major religion, a father determined to kill his son, reincarnations, loose terminology, and trying to cheat death.

Living in D'Nile with Isis and Osiris

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:50:32 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode, we well the tale of Isis and Osiris, or Aset and Usir. We encounter sibling rivalry, playing stupid games to win stupid prizes, dying multiple times, being ripped into pieces, doing all the of the work and getting none of the credit, and the original mummy.

Living in D'Nile: The Revenge of Isis and Horus

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:50:57 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of the Revenge of Isis and Horus. We come across medical malpractice, indecisive gods, eye removal, strained uncle-nephew relationships, the line of succession, and a letter writing campaign.

Me Oh Maya: The Lords of Xibalba vs The Hero Twins

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:51:33 UTC

Oh Muses! The Lords of Xibalba are out to kill the Hero Twins in this episode, but first, they will play ball. We encounter a river of blood, decapitation, resurrections, giant bats, scary scorpion facts, sentient knives, the underworld, and using your inside voice

Mesopotamian Around with Gilgamesh

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:52:10 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we are Mesopotamian Around while we tell the epic tale of Gilgamesh and his quest for immortality. We encounter more bad coping mechanisms for grief, the realities of death, a descent into the Underworld, and giant arthropods.

Midas and the Golden Touch

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:52:41 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of King Midas and his Golden Touch. We come across secrets too funny not to share, ridiculous facial features, golden bathtubs, and badly made wishes.

Nobody Likes Ares (All About Ares)

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:53:18 UTC

Oh Muses! Help us speak of the god of war, Ares, son of Zeus and Hera and all his bad decisions. We encounter Aphrodite getting caught being unfaithful, unruly giants, sibling fights, vaguely worded prophecies, and forgotten family members.

Of Eros and Psyche Pt. 1

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:53:59 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of the lovers Eros and Psyche. We come across some jealous siblings, gaslighting, a very unpleasant prophecy, invisible servants, and hiding your true self.

Of Eros and Psyche Pt. 2

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:54:24 UTC

Oh Muses! In this last episode of season 3 we conclude the tale of the lovers Eros and Psyche. We come across cranky mother-in-laws, helpful insects, and a journey to the underworld

Orpheus and Eurydice

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:54:58 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of two star-crossed lovers and their journey to the Underworld and back. We come across a bard with a lot of charisma, anti-snake propaganda, and dying of a broken heart.

Phaethon and the Sun Chariot

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 04:55:46 UTC

Oh, Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of Phaethon, son of Helios, and how he travels to distant lands in order to meet the father he's never known. We come across flaming horses, surprise siblings, difficult co-parenting decisions, and promises you have to keep, even though it's a bad idea.

Prometheus, Epimetheus, and Pandora

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:39:26 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of the creation of humans. We come across generous Titans, a vengeful Zeus, stories with plots that reinforce gender stereotypes, and all the horrors of mankind.

Prophets and Seers

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:40:09 UTC

Oh Muses! The stories featured in Greeking Out are original adaptations of classic Greek myths. This week’s story features punishments that don’t fit the crime, being able to see the future, spying on a...

Pygmalion and Galatea

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:40:53 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode, we tell the tale of Pygmalion and Galatea. We encounter a man in love with his work, some serious skill with marble, the blessings of a goddess, and some questionable themes...

Ragnarok-ing Out with Loki

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:41:41 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode, we tell a tale of the trickster Loki and his quest to fix his own mistakes. We encounter bad deals, magical meat, kidnapping, several people who can turn into birds, sensitive body parts, and the fear of aging.

Roman Around with Gladiators

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:42:27 UTC

Oh Muses! We travel to the Roman Empire to discuss real life gladiators. In this episode we encounter old-school graffiti, historical facts, enslaved people, volcanic eruptions, self unaliving, unalivng other people willy nilly, talk of animal cruelty, Geneva conventions, and cosplaying emperors.

This one’s a bit gnarly, folks, so listen with caution!

Roman Around with Romulus and Remus

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:42:57 UTC

Oh Muses! Today we tell the story of the brothers Romulus and Remus. We encounter more shepherds who are actually princes, love leading to inconvenient babies, and deadly sibling rivalry.

Selene and Endymion

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:47:53 UTC

Oh Muses! Help us tell the tale of a mortal who fell in love with a moon goddess. We encounter having fifty daughters, the ramifications of immortality, getting your affairs in order, Zeus’ jealousy, and eternal...

Tao-ing Our Best: The Legend of the White Snake Pt 1

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:48:57 UTC

Oh Muses! We return to Chinese mythology to hear about more snakes. We encounter snakes pretending to be people, potion drinking, a violent crane, and mountains where mortals can’t go.

Tao-ing Our Best: The Legend of the White Snake Pt 2

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:49:28 UTC

Oh Muses! We continue the Legend of the White Snake. We encounter the dangers of pregnancy, an epic magic battle, tricky bowls, and a standardized test.

The Ancient Olympics

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:50:04 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of ancient athletes that competed (and cheated) to win the Ancient Olympic games. We encounter an Emperor who bribes his way into winning, athleticism without...

The Giant Problem

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:50:34 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of the Gigantomachy, or how the Giants challenged the Olympians for control of the Cosmos. We come across a war started for ridiculous reasons, lots of...

The Olympians and the Titans

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:51:21 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of how the Olympians came to power. We come across some pretty bad parents, people with too many arms, primordial beings with anatomical names, and lots of...

The Oracle at Delphi

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:51:47 UTC

Oh Muses! Come hear the tale of the Oracle at Delphi. In this episode, we encounter prophetic visions, navels, Gaia’s beautiful creation gets destroyed by Olympians, and the tragic death of a majestic snake...

The Stories of the Stars

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:52:28 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tales of Orion and Kallisto, who both meet horrible fates for being Artemis’ friend. We encounter pranks that go way too far, Zeus not being able to leave anyone alone, the...

Theseus and the Minotaur

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:53:06 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of the monstrous creature in the labyrinth and of King Minos and his defeat at the hands of Ariadne and Theseus. We come across bovine-centered miracles, dramat...

Trojan War Side Quests: Odysseus and Palamedes

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:53:56 UTC

Oh Muses! The Trojan War will never be over and we return to it in this episode. We encounter some light treason, a competitive edge, and murder for plotting purposes...

Troy Story: Iphigenia LIVES

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:54:53 UTC

Oh Muses! We revisit the aftermath of the Trojan War, In this episode we encounter siblings, human sacrifice, an excessive amount of revenge murder, an Achilles cameo, and two-part episodes.

Troy Story: Orestes LIVES

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:55:19 UTC

Oh Muses! The royal family of Mycenae works on their coping skills in this episode. We encounter intergenerational trauma, three-to-four murders, two attempted murders, and heists!

Troy: Helen of Sparta

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:56:08 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of Helen of Sparta. Or Helen of Troy. We come across scary snake facts, dangerous love spells, Zeus’ swan shenanigans, rogue princes, and two sets of twins...

Troy: One Horse to Rule Them All

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:56:50 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of the end of the Trojan War. We encounter an absolute bummerscape of death, ambiguous characters, the Homeric Expanded Universe, war, living in the big city, and a giant, wooden horse.

Troy: Rallying the Troops

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:58:22 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of two armies preparing for war. We encounter lots of names, plowing irresponsibly, ant people, dancing, prophecies that are ignored, and the sacrifice of a daughter.

Troy: The Bitter Rancor of Achilles

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:58:57 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of the Greeks arriving in Troy. We encounter two grown men acting like toddlers, more women being kidnapped, war, death, a divine plague, and a man gets dragged behind a chariot.

If this sounds like too much, maybe skip this one.

Troy: The Wedding, The Apple, and The Shepherd

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 09:59:26 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of the beginnings of the Trojan War. We come across emotional mess, judging women by the way they look, wedding crashers, tests that are really traps, and unfaithful shepherds who are really princes.

Troy: Thetis, Peleus, and the Birth of a Warrior

katrinabrailsford — 2025-10-06 10:00:09 UTC

Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of Thetis, Peleus, and Achilles. We come across gods threatened by greatness, the concept of legacy, having children, marriage without love, and young people making big decisions.

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