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Grimm Reading

Grimm Reading
Brothers Grimm
Fairy Tales
Christmas
Children's Legends
Folklore
The Princess and the Pea
The Turnip
The Twelve Dancing Princesses
Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Death
Youtube
Grimm Reading
Puss In Boots
The Fisherman and His Wife
Religious Narratives
Social Class
Grimm's Fairy Tales
The Four Skillful Brothers
Magic
Princes

Join two amateur Grimmologists round the fire to read and discuss the tales of the Brothers Grimm.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes154Founded8 years ago
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Society & Culture

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Latest Episodes

From the origin of hominids to The Fountain of Youth, join us on a mad romp with the Grimms' story, 'The Old Man Made Young Again.'

When God shows off his skills to a blacksmith, the latter gets delusions of grandeur and tries to perform his own mir... more

An opportunistic onlooker robs a gang of their stolen loot. But when his brother demands to know where he got his riches, this new life of wealth starts to look precarious.

Will the gang discover the true thief? And will any escape alive? Find out a... more

How much porridge is too much porridge? Find out as we read the Brothers Grimm's tale 'Sweet Porridge'.

From Tom Cruise to giant Vikings, Great Flood myths to perpetual motion machines - this one is truly a wild ride.

We discuss Goethe, Disney,  Bo... more

Witches, siblings, memory games, and magic - join us as we read and review 'The Lambkin And The Little Fish' from The Grimms' Fairy Tales. 

 

An evil stepmother turns two siblings into a lamb and a fish. When she orders her cook to slaughter the lamb... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah Clegg
Author with a focus on folklore, particularly dark Christmas traditions.
Episode: The Dark Side of Christmas – Interview with author Sarah Clegg
Clare Pollard
Author, poet, and playwright, known for her work in literature
Episode: An Interview With Clare Pollard (Author of The Modern Fairies)

Hosts

Matthew Hughes
Co-host with a focus on narrating Grimm tales and providing historical and folktale context.
Adam Field
Co-host known for energetic reactions and critical commentary on folklore and storytelling.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 533 ratings
  • Great stuff!

    I must look a little crazy when I’m out on my walks listening to Grimm Reading and laughing or smiling to myself. As a huge folklore/fairytale enthusiast, I can’t believe it took me this long to find this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    starlet roamer
    United States12 days ago
  • love it

    i used to listen to it on long car rides with my dad. I love the hosts, and overall its an amazing show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SadFacesAllAround
    United States3 months ago
  • Good

    The podcast of it’s self is good but can you tell the story without so many interruptions of your conversation and less comments.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Death 💀on U
    France4 months ago
  • love it

    i used to listen to it back whrn i lived in germany on long car rides with my dad, i love the hosts, and overall its an amazing show and i get a surge of joy when i see a new episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alamogorgeous
    United States6 months ago
  • Perfect

    This was recommended to me during a conversation at a comic book store, where it amuses me to find old comic book adaptations of these and similar fairy tales and fables. It is humorous, well-researched, and produced with excellent audio quality.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    It's alright; I'm a doctor.
    United States9 months ago

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Fans cite high entertainment value and educational quality, often mentioning improved understanding of Grimm tales.
Listeners repeatedly praise the hosts' chemistry and humor and their deep, accessible storytelling.

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#224
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Talking Points

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An Interview With Clare Pollard (Author of The Modern Fairies)
Q: Do you think that you're a poet first and an author second? Or is that changing?
I have always been very good at crafting lines and images as a poet, but it took longer to learn storytelling. Hopefully, I've cracked it now.
An Interview With Clare Pollard (Author of The Modern Fairies)
Q: Would you like to tell us a bit about your new book, The Modern Fairies, and kind of set the scene and tell our listeners what it's about?
It's set in the late 1600s in Paris and around Versailles during Louis XIV's reign, depicting a world where salons and fairy tales intertwine amidst a backdrop of cultural intrigue.
Children's Legends: Part 2
Q: How many Grimms will you give Poverty and Humility Lead to Heaven?
I'm giving that one three.
Children's Legends: Part 2
Q: How many people were starving to death?
The same character, the king's son, was both the dead one and had been starving during his journey.
Children's Legends: Part 2
Q: How many God-fearing people ended up dead?
We had one dead character in the final story, Poverty and Humility Lead to Heaven.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Grimm Reading

What is Grimm Reading about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on reading and discussing fairy tales from the Brothers Grimm, blending scholarly notes with humorous banter and contemporary mischief. Episodes cover themes like morality, gender roles, fear, and cultural context, often weaving in cross-cultural comparisons and folklore history. The hosts' dynamic—warm, curious, and a bit irreverent—makes dense folklore approachable and entertaining, with occasional live quizzes and guest discussions that broaden the scope beyond classic tales. Potential listeners may enjoy a blend of storytelling, critical analysis, and witty dialogue, plus a welcoming community feel for fans of folklore and storytelling.

A notable strength is the consistently playful yet informed tone, with deep dives ... more

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