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The Folktale Project

Dan Scholz
Christmas
The Blue Fairy Book
A Voyage To Lilliput
The Terrible Head
Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves
King
Princess
Tommy
A Budget Of Christmas Tales
Santa Claus
Billy
Cornelia Redmond
Magical Beings
Monstrous Beast
Hansel and Gretel
The Goose Girl
Sultan
Prince Ahmed
Prince Ali
Clement Moore

Every week The Folktale Project brings you new folklore, fairytales, myths and legends from around the world. Some tales you've heard before and some brand new.

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This week's new story comes to us from Canada and Professor Cyrus Macmillan and his 'Canadian Fairy Tales'.

To get more full stories and early access to all of the Folktale Project subscribe on Patreon at www.patreon.com/folktaleproject!

Apologies for the last few missed episodes, adjusting to new schedules is always a bear. But we're back today with a new story from Japan! 'The Wind in the Pine Tree' is a perfect little love story in honor of my wife and the large pine at our new ho... more

Fresh from the archives - one of my favorite English folktales - Take one part "The Goosegirl", one part "Cinderella", and mix it with a little 'Pied Piper' and you'll get the English folktale of 'Tattercoats'.

Today's story is a tribute to my wife's discovery of a turkey buzzard near our house last week. It's the Iroquois tale of 'How the Turkey Buzzard Got His Suit'.

To get more full stories and early access to all of the Folktale Project subscribe on P... more

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Hosts

Dan Scholes
Host known for his soothing narration style, bringing life to a variety of folktales and legends with a focus on cultural stories from around the world.
Dan Schultz
Co-host who contributes to the project's storytelling, focusing on engaging narratives from diverse folklore traditions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 205 ratings
  • Your Voice

    For some reason, your voice sounds pretentious, but maybe that’s the wrong word, it sounds overly performative to me. I just want to hear a normal voice.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ADHD-Prof
    United Statesa year ago
  • Lorelei

    I loved this."Lorelei" is my favorite tale of all time. So much that one day I will name a daughter of mine Lorelei. This reading was great. 100% greatness

    Audible
    5
    Stephen Orosco
    United States2 years ago
  • LOVE IT

    The short episodes make it so you never get bored and the frequency is amazing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vinnie gamer
    United States3 years ago
  • The best!

    I have listened to every one of these stories, many more than once, and some many times. The gentle honest voice telling each tale with respect is comforting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rebuckkes
    United States4 years ago
  • Amazing

    These podcasts are a highlight of my week. I love how he reads them and that the stories are from all over the world!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sophocardios
    United States4 years ago

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Many find the delivery engaging and cherish the cultural narratives shared.
Overall, listeners express a strong fondness for the storytelling and the unique approach to folklore.
The podcast is seen as a great source for bedtime stories for children.
Listeners appreciate the soothing narration and variety of tales from around the world.
Critiques occasionally mention the delivery style, suggesting it may not suit everyone's taste, but generally positive feedback prevails.

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Content focuses on narrating folklore, fairy tales, and legends from diverse cultures around the globe. With each episode, listeners are treated to a unique story that often carries moral lessons and cultural insights, providing not only entertainment but also education about various traditions. Noteworthy is the host's soothing narration style, which adds a comforting quality to the storytelling experience, making it a popular choice for relaxation or bedtime listening. The inclusion of both well-known and lesser-known tales enriches the listening experience, ensuring that episodes are engaging for a wide range of audiences.

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