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Folktales and Other Stories from around the World

Folktales and Other Stories from around the World

By Ivana

Dear listeners, welcome to the world of stories!I believe in the power of words and in the wisdom that people from all corners of the globe have shared through stories throughout history. Therefore, I intend to entertain you with new stories daily, to challenge you to think more, to understand better other cultures, to read more, and to be better people. The stories are intended for young audience too, so feel free to play them to children of all ages, whether for entertainment or bedtime story. Please follow my podcast to get all the latest stories and to support my work. Thank you!
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#12 Crossing the River

Folktales and Other Stories from around the WorldDec 15, 2019

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#12 Crossing the River

#12 Crossing the River

A world-wide tale.
Dec 15, 201902:56
#11 The Sticks of Truth

#11 The Sticks of Truth

An Indian folktale that has traveled the world and has been retold in many versions.
Dec 14, 201903:36
#10 One Word Solves a Mystery

#10 One Word Solves a Mystery

A Chinese Fairytale
Dec 13, 201902:24
#9 Heaven and Hell

#9 Heaven and Hell

A Chinese folktale.
Dec 12, 201902:04
Introduction

Introduction

Welcome to my podcast!
Dec 12, 201901:26
#8 Which Flower?

#8 Which Flower?

This is one of King Solomon’s stories. Think hard about the solution, and then share the story with your loved ones. Please follow my podcast for new stories every day.
Dec 11, 201903:04
#7 Two Mothers

#7 Two Mothers

This is a Tibetan variant of the famous story of King Solomon and the two mothers, where he threatened to cut the baby in half. Enjoy this story, try to find the solution by pausing after the tale, and if you find it difficult, then just listen to the solution I share at the end of the podcast. Please, share the stories and follow me for new ones every day.
Dec 10, 201903:10
#6 The Clever Bride

#6 The Clever Bride

This is an Armenian story with a riddle. Hope you enjoy it and follow my podcast for new stories every day.
Dec 09, 201902:09
#5 Working the Field

#5 Working the Field

This is a Japanese folktale that will make you smile. Try to solve it and share it with others. Please follow my podcast for new stories every day. Have a great day!
Dec 08, 201903:28
#4 The Cleverest Son

#4 The Cleverest Son

This is an Ethiopian tale that will encourage you to think hard. Try your best to solve it as you pause the episode but in case you don’t manage, I will provide you with the solution. Hope you enjoy it and share the story with family and friends. Please, follow my podcast for updates.
Dec 07, 201902:52
#3 Three Rosebushes

#3 Three Rosebushes

This is a story collected by the Brothers Grimm. Enjoy the story, follow my podcast, and have yourself a lovely day!
Dec 06, 201902:60
#2 A Drink for Crow

#2 A Drink for Crow

An interesting and famous fable by Aesop with a riddle at the end. Please feel free to pause the episode so that you have more time to solve it on your own. Hope you have a lovely day. Please follow my podcast and share with your family and friends.
Dec 04, 201902:26
#1 Fishing

#1 Fishing

A short folk tale from the US with a riddle at the end. The answer follows the story and in case you need more time to solve it by yourself, just pause the podcast. Hope you enjoy it. Please follow my podcast for more stories every day.
Dec 03, 201901:59