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Brothers Grimm
Children's Legends
The Princess and the Pea
Fairy Tales
Puss In Boots
The Fisherman and His Wife
Religious Narratives
Christmas
Social Class
Hans Christian Andersen
Translation
The Two Brothers
Gambling Hansel
Death
Suffering
The Twelve Apostles
The Hazel Branch
The Four Skillful Brothers
Grimm's Fairy Tales
The Juniper Tree

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

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Come one, come all to this year’s Grimm Reading Christmas party! We engage in the usual frivolity with presents and festive cheer. And of course, we once more delve into the strange world of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s The Nutcracker And The Mouse King. 

 

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An industrious woman dreams big, but how will her husband, Long Laurence react when she reveals her plans?

An unexpectedly brutal tale leads to an exploration of 'air castles', from Aesop to Leo Tolstoy, and a man getting a faceful of rice gruel... 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 discussing Grimm tales
Adam Field
Co-host discussing Grimm tales

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 522 ratings
  • 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 States3 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 States6 months ago
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    Love this podcast would 100% recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fennec_the_Sandwing
    United Statesa year ago
  • I love this podcast. I have read Grimms fairy tales all my life and listening to these two friends experience all these stories for the first time is a blast.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    KatieBug
    a year ago
  • Highly recommend

    I would recommend this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fishy13256748!
    United Statesa year ago

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The hosts are commended for their ability to make complex themes accessible and entertaining, creating an enjoyable listening experience that resonates with a broad audience.
Listeners praise the podcast for its humor and insightful commentary on fairy tales, emphasizing the witty banter between hosts. They appreciate the educational aspects and the way the tales are presented, often noting a nostalgic connection to their childhood. Many recommend it as a delightful blend of storytelling and analysis, inviting both laughter and thoughtfulness. Several reviews mention a desire for more frequent episodes, indicating strong engagement with the content.

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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?

Two amateur storytellers share a unique and humorous approach to the whimsical and often dark tales of the Brothers Grimm. With a focus on classic folklore, they bring a blend of insightful commentary, cultural analysis, and playful banter that engages listeners both familiar and unfamiliar with the stories. Each episode explores various tales, uncovering deeper meanings, character dynamics, and cultural significance while keeping the conversation light-hearted and entertaining. The hosts are likely to foster nostalgia and spark appreciation for fairy tales, making this an inviting choice for audiences interested in storytelling and folklore.

Notably, the hosts frequently connect themes within the tales to broader social narratives, such a... more

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