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Fabric of Folklore

Fabric of Folklore
Jorōgumo
Moura Encantada
Sleeping Beauty
Yara Ma Yha
Hamelin, Germany
American Folklore
Pied Piper
Kalevala
Frau Holle
Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters
New Orleans, United States
Giant Of the Sun
Enchantment
St. John's Day
The Pied Piper Of Hamelin
Sedna
Aesop Fables
Louhi
Sampo
Persephone

Folktales can be strange, mystical, macabre and intriguing. Join us as we explore the stories, culture and people behind the folklore. We go beyond retelling the legends, myths and fairy tales of old. We look at the story behind the lore, behind the songs and traditions to understand more about what they mean, and their importance. These stories, many originating as oral histories, inform us of wh... more

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Talking eggs. A mysterious old woman in the woods. Two sisters. One choice. This Creole folktale from the American South has been hiding in plain sight — and it has a lot to say. This episode dives deep into that tension through one of the most richl... more

Frau Holle (Mother Holle)

What if the portal to your transformation wasn't a doorway or a wardrobe — but a well? In this Brothers Grimm classic collected in 1812, a hardworking stepdaughter drops her spindle into a well and jumps in after it, landin... more

Deep in the Louisiana bayou, a kind-hearted girl named Blanche is overlooked, overworked, and underestimated — until a chance encounter with a mysterious old woman in the woods changes everything. The Talking Eggs, retold by Robert D. San Souci with ... more

What happens when kindness is the currency that changes everything? Diamonds and Toads is a classic French fairy tale by Charles Perrault about two sisters whose words literally reveal their character — one speaks gems and flowers, the other toads an... more

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Dr. Laura Gibbs
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Vanessa Y. Rogers
Host of Fabric of Folklore; appears across episodes in multiple spellings; primary on-air storyteller and cultural analyst.
Donna Lee Fields
Co-host with recurring involvement in Fabric of Folklore; appears in multiple episodes.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Loving the podcast!

    I really enjoy the podcast! Vanessa is a great host and I feel like I learn a lot from all the different interesting subjects!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AshOp77
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantastic and fascinating!

    The subjects alone are enough to catch my attention but the guests and conversations are engaging and very thought provoking. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cthulhumoomoo
    United States3 years ago

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The storytelling is engaging and deeply researched with cultural context.
Co-hosts bring thoughtful, informed perspectives on folklore.
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The host delivers clear storytelling and invites broad cultural analysis.

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What is Fabric of Folklore about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Folklore storytelling with rigorous cultural context drives rich discussions across episodes. The show blends traditional fairy tales and myth with historical and cultural analysis, often drawing connections between local traditions and global themes. Listeners get deep dives into symbolic motifs, cross-cultural variants, and the social history that shapes these tales, all guided by a host duo and recurring storytellers. Noteworthy is the show's versatility: it moves from Louisiana Creole folktales to German Mother Holle, Brazilian folklore, and beyond, pairing accessible storytelling with scholarly context. This makes it appealing to listeners who love folklore, cultural history, and thoughtful interpretation, as well as educators seeking ... more

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