fairy tale episodes
#70 - The Thanksgiving Of The Wazir
Sept. 12, 2020
A Punjabi tale about the value of being grateful, even for life's setbacks and losses.
#69 - Fairy Gifts
Sept. 5, 2020
An old French fairy tale about being careful what you wish for...
#68 - The Three Dogs
Aug. 29, 2020
An old fairy tale about three magical dogs in celebration of National Dog Day and dedicated to my very good dog, Bodhi.
#67 - Whippety-Stourie
Aug. 22, 2020
A sleepy Scottish tale about a good widow and a bad fairy.
#66 - The Dwarf's Gifts (Part Two)
Aug. 15, 2020
Part two of the story of Loki and the Dwarfs in this Viking tale from the book In The Days of Giants by Abbie Farwell Brown.
#64 - The Dwarf's Gifts (Part One)
Aug. 8, 2020
More trouble with Loki and the Dwarves in this Viking tale from the book In The Days of Giants by Abbie Farwell Brown.
#63 - The Farmer And The Badger
Aug. 1, 2020
This week's story choice was inspired by my ongoing struggles with the gophers and rabbits in my veggie garden.
#62 - The Elfin Knight
July 25, 2020
More elfin mischief this week with another Scottish fairy tale.
#61 - The Story of Audunn and the Bear
July 18, 2020
A sleepy 13th century Icelandic tale about a man, a bear, and two kings.
#57 - Guest Artist - Squalloscope - The Story Of The Year - Bonus Episode
June 24, 2020
Anna Kohlweis, an artist who makes music as Squalloscope, gives a beautiful reading of Hans Christian Andersen's The Story Of The Year.
#53 - The Fairies of Merlin's Crag
May 30, 2020
A Scottish tale about the consequences of not respecting a fairy's home.
#52 - Guest Artist - Andy The Doorbum - Prometheus And Pandora - Bonus Episode
May 26, 2020
An ancient myth read by Andy Fenstermaker, who makes music and poetry as Andy The Doorbum.
#49 - The Worsted Doll
May 9, 2020
A sleepy story about a magical doll who wants to be a boy, good for adults and kids.
#48 - Boots And His Brothers
May 2, 2020
A sleepy classic about the importance of wonder.
#44 - Sleepy Shorts - The Fairies & The Dandelion
April 4, 2020
This is the first in a new series for Listen To Sleep patrons called Sleepy Shorts. They are short, sleepy stories for kids and adults -- perfect for nap time or break time.