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Of Slippers and Spindles - Fairy Tale Retellings and Adaptations in Books, Film, and Theatre

Cassie Greenlee, Daurie Rothhaar, Laura L, Matt Guion
The 10th Kingdom
Hansel and Gretel
Snow White
Hansel and Gretel (fairy Tale)
Snow White (disney)
Fairy Tale Mashups
A Thousand Nights
Hemlock and Silver
Disney
A Curse So Dark and Lonely
Muppet Christmas Carol
Alex Flinn
2002 Hansel and Gretel Film
Fairy Tale Retellings
A Thousand and One Nights
The Wrath and the Dawn
A Tale Dark and Grimm
Transformed: the Perils Of the Frog Prince
La Belle Et La Bete (1946)
T. Kingfisher

Join fairy tale enthusiasts Cassie, Daurie, Laura, and Matt as they discuss the world of film and literary adaptations! Each month (or so) they will choose a specific fairy tale, and each week they will discuss a different book, movie, or musical adaptation of that fairy tale, exploring the way authors and artists retell, change, twist, conserve, and diversify the same stories over and over.In lov... more

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Cassie and Matt wrap up their final thoughts on Beauty and the Beast with a discussion about how more modern retellings are changing the focus and the story's definition of Happily Ever After for the better. Then Cassie and Daurie turn their attentio... more

Matt and Cassie wrap up our second Beauty and the Beast era with the podcast's very first Mercedes Lackey episode! The Fire Rose is book zero in the Elemental Masters series. We discuss Disney's influence on this gritty retelling, Mercedes Lackey's e... more

Cassie and Matt discuss a little-known YA adaptation of Beauty and the Beast, Beast Charming by Jenniffer Wardell, talking about their love of witty banter, found family relationships, and circumvented tropes in this fun novel that creates a wonderfu... more

Cassie, Matt, and special guest Bri discuss A Curse So Dark and Lonely by Brigid Kemmerer, touching on subjects like disability rep, portal fantasy, and the true complexity of no-win situations.

Bri can be found on a whole host of podcasts, and is a... more

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Recent Guests

Brianna Jean
Guest speaker, editor and podcaster
Suriname Social; Graveyard Tapes; Queen City Supers
Episode: Episode 140: A Curse So Dark and Lonely by Brigid Kemmerer
Bethanie Singer
Young adult author and podcaster (Prince Kai Fan Pod)
Prince Kai Fan Pod / Lunar Chronicles fan community
Episode: Episode 136: Mirrored by Alex Flinn
Christian Garcia
Host of That Ol Gay Classic Cinema
That Ol Gay Classic Cinema
Episode: Episode 134: Faerie Tale Theatre's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Daniel Rothair
Longtime patron and friend of the podcast
Patron of the podcast
Episode: Episode 128: 10th Kingdom episodes 1 and 2

Hosts

Matt
Host of the show; recurring presence across episodes.
Cassie
Co-host and primary discussant; often drives thematic focus.
Laura
Host and co-host; part of core discussion duo.
Daurie
Host with strong engagement in discussions and comparisons across adaptations.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 123 ratings
  • Enchanting and Engaging

    I listen to very few podcasts; in fact this is one of only two that I listen to because most cannot keep me engaged for more than a few episodes. I found this podcast almost exactly a year ago when I specifically went looking for a fairytale podcast and have since listened to every episode! I love this podcast because it’s mostly storytelling, but I also get to learn new and interesting information about classic fairytales, along with different points of view from our various hosts. It’s fun and... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T_Trish
    United States5 months ago
  • ReThinking Tales

    Fascinating Insight into Fairy-Tales and an Incredibly Welcoming ReThinking of the classic stories we grew up with but never thought about the flaws and faults and shortcomings!

    Drew (RIP) and Cassie are so entertaining and I Loved hearing them talk and discuss and ask and consider and overall inform and educate us about things like consent, character, agency and all the important things that make old stories not only work but how to be GOOD and RELEVANT!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sam@F
    Australia3 years ago
  • Favorite podcast

    Always a joy to listen to this podcast exploring my favorite topic of fairy tales and retellings. Thank you Drew and Cassie for the magic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    starlet roamer
    United States3 years ago
  • The Definitive Fairy Tale Podcast

    Cassie and Drew explore our favorite fairy tales in such great depth. They analyze, not only the tale, but different adaptations with great insight, knowledge, and hilarity. Binge or find your favorite tale covered for a great time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thenostalgicmillennialpodcast
    United States3 years ago
  • Love Of Slippers and Spindles

    Growing up loving fairytales and musical theatre, I’m so glad to finally have an outlet to listen to other people gush about their love for it as well! Drew and Cassie are so knowledgeable on both and I love tuning in every week to hear about adaptations I’m familiar with or learning about other great takes on the monthly tale. I really appreciate their discussions of modern contexts for these famous stories, like consent and adaptations of non-white stories.

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    UltimateDisneyGeek
    United States4 years ago

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Audience loves the wide range of adaptations and recurring themes across episodes.
The hosts' chemistry and humor keep complex topics accessible.
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Episode 136: Mirrored by Alex Flinn
Q: What did you think about the multiple first-person narrators, and did it work for you?
The group discusses that the distinct sections help distinguish voices well, though it can be challenging; they feel it works when done with clearly separated parts and audio narration aids.
Episode 128: 10th Kingdom episodes 1 and 2
Q: What is your favorite fairy tale?
Daniel says his favorite fairy tale is The Three Little Pigs, which leads to discussion about adaptation potential and the practicality of turning certain tales into novel-length forms.
Episode 134: Faerie Tale Theatre's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Q: What is your favorite fairy tale adaptation?
The group focuses on various adaptations and explicitly notes that the guest's favorite adaptation need not be linked to their favorite tale, with the 2015 Cinderella cited as a strong example.
Episode 134: Faerie Tale Theatre's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Q: What is your favorite fairy tale?
A tie between Rapunzel and Cinderella, reflecting a broad affection for classic tales.

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Cozy, discussion-driven show that analyzes fairy tale retellings across books, films, and theater through thoughtful critique and affectionate humor. Guests and recurring hosts dissect adaptations of stories like Beauty and the Beast, Snow White, and related mythologies, exploring what changes were made, why they matter, and how modern sensibilities (consent, representation, pacing) reshape classics. The format blends rigorous literary and media analysis with accessible, enthusiastic commentary, making it a solid fit for listeners who love deep dives into adaptations and maker culture around fairy tales. A notable strength is how the hosts balance research with lively banter, and how their conversations frequently connect original tales to ... more

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