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• Earning Peanuts - feat. Pablo Castelblanco & Meredith Holzman

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  May 23 2023

  Pablo Castelblanco (Alaska Daily, Ganymede) and Meredith Holzman (Alaska Daily, Inventing Anna) headline a story with Burmese and Indian roots about a humble peddler, a magic squirrel, and a golden opportunity.

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• The Fairy Fort - feat. Taylor Richardson & Alison Wright

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  May 16 2023

  Taylor Richardson (The Gilded Age) and Alison Wright (The Americans, Snowpiercer) co-star in this Irish tale about mischievous fairies and the power of music.

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• The First Customer - feat. Stephanie Panisello

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  May 09 2023

  Stephanie Panisello (What If...?, Ba Da Bean) stars in a Filipino tale about the sweet role kindness can play in achieving your dreams.

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• Catch You Later - feat. Nazneen Contractor

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  May 02 2023

  Nazneen Contractor (Holidazed, Star Wars Resistance) plays a cunning barber whose wits are as sharp as her scissors in this clever Bengali tale.

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• Amos and the Ogre - feat. Fortune Feimster & Tom Papa

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  Apr 25 2023

  Comedians Fortune Feimster (Good Fortune, FUBAR) and Tom Papa (What a Day!, You're Doing Great!) face off in a contest of brawn versus brains in this tale with roots across Europe, and Latin and North America.

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• Blowing Hot and Cold - feat. Brittney Johnson

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  Apr 18 2023

  Broadway performer Brittney Johnson (Wicked) stars in an Estonian story about being able to control the weather -- and the responsibility such power brings.

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• Encore: The Fishermen’s Leftovers feat. Marc delaCruz

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  Apr 11 2023

  In this magical tale from Japan, Marc delaCruz (If/Then, Hamilton) plays a lowly cook whose kitchen scraps bring him a golden reward.

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• A Devil of a Job - feat. Mel Rodriguez

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  Apr 04 2023

  Mel Rodriguez (The Afterparty, CSI: Vegas) stars in this Ecuadorian tale about a talented architect who has a devil of a time meeting a seemingly impossible deadline.

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• The Sweet Spot - feat. Tantoo Cardinal & Jonathan Joss

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  Mar 28 2023

  Tantoo Cardinal (Killers of the Flower Moon, Three Pines) and Jonathan Joss (King of the Hill, Tulsa King) star in this Wabanaki tale about how people first learned to tap maple trees.

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• The Dust-Up - feat. Jackie Chung & Louis Ozawa

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  Mar 21 2023

  Jackie Chung (The Summer I Turned Pretty, Coming Home Again) and Louis Ozawa (Hunters, Pachinko) star in this rollicking tale from Africa about how the zebra got its stripes and the baboon got its bare bottom.

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• The Fast Feast - feat. Jon Jon Briones and Kathleen Chalfant

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  Mar 14 2023

  We celebrate our 200th episode with two Circle Round alums -- Jon Jon Briones (Ratched, Class of ‘09) and Kathleen Chalfant (The Affair, House of Cards) -- starring in a Jewish tale about how revenge is a dish best served cold.

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• Written in the Stars - feat. Tallie Medel

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  Mar 07 2023

  Tallie Medel (Everything Everywhere All At Once, Cocoon Central Dance Team) headlines this Moroccan Jewish tale about how pursuing your passion can be music to everyone’s ears.

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• The Unselfish Shellfish - feat. Eric Bauza & Harry Shum Jr.

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  Feb 28 2023

  Eric Bauza (Bugs Bunny Builders, Woody Woodpecker) and Harry Shum Jr. (Everything Everywhere All At Once, Crazy Rich Asians) star in an Indonesian story about a bad egg who winds up in a real pickle when he tries having his cake and eating it too.

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• Encore: Growing Courage ft. Kyla Pratt

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  Feb 21 2023

  Kyla Pratt (Call Me Kat, The Proud Family) headlines this Ethiopian story about the power of facing your fears.

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• The Eagle’s Return - feat. Diana Lee Inosanto & Myrna Velasco

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  Feb 14 2023

  Diana Lee Inosanto (The Mandalorian, The Curious Mind of Sebastian) and Myrna Velasco (Elena of Avalor, Trick-or-Treat Scooby-Doo!) star in this Venezuelan story about loyalty, courage, and the supernatural power of friendship.

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• Donkey Business - feat. Jennifer Hale & Connor Ratliff

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  Feb 07 2023

  Jennifer Hale (Stars Wars: The Clone Wars, Mass Effect) and Connor Ratliff (Dead Eyes, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) star in this tricky tale about donkeys, ducats, and being a good neighbor.

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• The Kernel of Truth - feat. Trinity Jo-Li Bliss, Jen Cohn & America Young

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  Jan 31 2023

  Trinity Jo-Li Bliss (Avatar: The Way of Water, The Garcias), Jen Cohn (Welcome to Chippendales, Star Wars: The Old Republic) and America Young (Barbie, Gotham Knights) star in a classic folktale about the unexpected upside of imperfection.

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• The Missing Mountainside - feat. Karen Huie

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  Jan 24 2023

  In this Taiwanese tale starring Karen Huie (Welcome to Flatch, Abominable and the Invisible City), a town learns the bad taste it can leave when you bite off more than you can chew!

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• The Wrong Day feat. Liza Lapira & Telly Leung

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  Jan 17 2023

  Liza Lapira (The Equalizer, Must Love Christmas) and Telly Leung (Allegiance, Warrior) star in this folktale from Japan about good days, bad days, and the gift that keeps on giving.

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• Hungry Hippo feat. Scott Lawrence

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  Jan 10 2023

  Scott Lawrence (Star Wars Resistance, Vader Immortal) stars in this African legend about how the hippopotamus came to be the decidedly distinctive creature it is today.

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• Encore: The Great Acorn Robbery

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  Jan 03 2023

  Katy Mixon (American Housewife, Minions) and Diedrich Bader (American Housewife, Veep) headline this Seneca tale about an industrious squirrel and the sneaky critters who pilfer her prized acorns.

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• Encore: The Three-Legged Pot

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  Dec 27 2022

  Comedian Aparna Nancherla (The Standups, Corporate) stars as a rambunctious cooking vessel in this Danish and Middle Eastern story about generosity and greed.

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• The Parakeet’s Promise feat. Lorna Courtney & Shoba Narayan

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  Dec 20 2022

  Broadway stars Lorna Courtney (& Juliet) and Shoba Narayan (Aladdin) face off in this Indian legend about a tiny bird who opens up a farmer’s eyes in a big way.

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• Strong Mind and Kind Heart feat. Christopher Sean

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  Dec 13 2022

  Christopher Sean (Star Wars Resistance, Gotham Knights) stars in this Vietnamese tale about two friends, one dream, and the infinite value of a true heart.

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• The Looking Glass feat. Steve Coulter, Mark Gagliardi & Linedy Genao

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  Dec 06 2022

  Steve Coulter (Shotgun Wedding, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law), Linedy Genao (Bad Cinderella), and Mark Gagliardi (Blood and Treasure, Drunk History) star in this Spanish and Portuguese story about how true beauty is only skin deep.

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• Encore: Nilsa and the Troll

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  Nov 29 2022

  In this favorite tale from the archives, Raegan Revord (Young Sheldon) plays a generous young woman who proves that small gestures of kindness can make a big difference.

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• The Scholar’s Reward feat. Summer Bishil & Michael Maliakel

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  Nov 22 2022

  This Indian tale starring Summer Bishil (The Magicians, Four Samosas) and Michael Maliakel (Aladdin on Broadway) tells how the first chess game came to be, while teaching a powerful lesson about the ripple effects of our actions.

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• Like Oil and Water feat. Michelle Ang

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  Nov 15 2022

  In this courtroom tale with roots in Chinese lore, Michelle Ang (The Bad Batch, Riddle Me This) plays a wise judge who proves that dishonesty and justice just don't mix.

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• The Most Fabulous Fur Of All feat. Q’orianka Kilcher

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  Nov 08 2022

  In this Cherokee story, Q'orianka Kilcher (Yellowstone, Dora and the Lost City of Gold) plays a clever rabbit who craftily tries pulling the wool — and fur — over everyone’s eyes.

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• The Wheat and the Chaff feat. Christopher Rivas

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  Nov 01 2022

  In this tale with Finnish roots, Christopher Rivas (Call Me Kat, Brown Enough) plays a sly fox who tricks a pair of bullies into reaping what they sow.

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• The Sorcerer’s Offer feat. Alondra Delgado, Amber Nash, & Bill Ratner

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  Oct 25 2022

  Inspired by a tale from Armenia, this story starring Amber Nash (Archer, How To Ruin The Holidays), Bill Ratner (Family Guy, G.I. Joe), and Alondra Delgado (All American, Is Mejor to Say ADIÓS) shows how small risks -- and acts of kindness -- can pay off in big ways.

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• The Banana Split feat. Jim Conroy & Amirah Vann

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  Oct 18 2022

  Amirah Vann (A Jazzman’s Blues, Underground) and Jim Conroy (Jellystone, FETCH! with Ruff Ruffman) star in this Panamanian tale about a slow, steadfast tortoise who teaches a swift, stingy monkey about sharing.

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• Encore: The Fantastic Fiddle

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  Oct 11 2022

  In this favorite tale from the archives, Adam Irigoyen (Away, Shake It Up) plays a fiddler whose magical instrument brings the world to its feet, and the guilty to their knees.

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• Finding the Light feat. Kennedy Kanagawa

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  Oct 04 2022

  Kennedy Kanagawa (Into The Woods) plays a young man who brings light to a dark world in this tale with roots in Alaska Native and First Nations legends.

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• Chameleon’s Contest feat. Jonica Booth & Jay Pharoah

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  Sep 27 2022

  Jonica Booth (Rap Stuff) and Jay Pharoah (Out of Office, Saturday Night Live) co-star in this West African tale about a clothing-obsessed goddess and a crafty, colorful chameleon.

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• The Little Blue Pebble feat. Bret Shuford & Stephen Hanna

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  Sep 20 2022

  In this magical story with roots all over the world, Broadway performers Bret Shuford and Stephen Hanna (Broadway Husbands) play farmers who receive a little magic that leads to big transformations!

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• One Wish (feat. Boston Symphony Orchestra)

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  Sep 13 2022

  Recorded live at Tanglewood with members of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and an all-star cast, this tale with Indian, Irish, and Jewish roots proves that wishes can come true —sometimes all at once!

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• Fair-Feathered Friends (feat. Boston Symphony Orchestra)

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  Sep 06 2022

  Recorded live at Tanglewood with members of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and an all-star cast, this Burmese folktale imagines why the thrush's colors are in its voice, not its feathers.

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• Fighting Like Cats and Dogs (feat. Boston Symphony Orchestra)

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  Aug 30 2022

  Recorded live at Tanglewood with members of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and an all-star cast, this Korean tale offers an enchanting explanation about why cats and dogs don’t get along.

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• Encore: Long Hair and the Waterfall (feat. Rosalind Chao)

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  Aug 23 2022

  Recorded live at Tanglewood with members of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and an all-star cast, this Korean tale offers an enchanting explanation to why cats and dogs don’t get along.

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• The Golden Advice feat. Kate Siegel

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  Aug 16 2022

  Kate Siegel (Midnight Mass, The Time Traveler’s Wife) plays a struggling farmer who learns the true value of wisdom in this tale with origins in Greece, India, Ireland, Italy, Jamaica, Scotland, Wales, and the Jewish tradition.

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• The Tale of Koala's Tail feat. Kaniehtiio Horn

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  Aug 09 2022

  Kaniehtiio Horn (Letterkenny, Reservation Dogs) stars in an Aboriginal Australian tale about a koala whose overbearing pride makes her lose her pride and joy!

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• The Princess and the Bee feat. Duchess Sarah Ferguson & Suzie McGrath

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  Aug 02 2022

  Duchess Sarah Ferguson of York (Storytime with Fergie) and Suzie McGrath (Star Wars Resistance, The Punies) star in this charming tale about the importance of having a sound, sensible head, and a warm, fuzzy heart.

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• Encore: Curious Boots feat. Colin Hanks

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  Jul 26 2022

  Colin Hanks (Life in Pieces, Jumanji) stars as a precocious little brother whose curiosity earns him a royally big reward in this Norwegian adventure story from the Circle Round archives.

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• A Trio of Tricks feat. Della Saba

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  Jul 19 2022

  Della Saba (Zootopia, Physical) headlines an Indonesian and Malaysian tale about a teeny-tiny trickster who outsmarts the other animals with her big wit.

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• Pulling Strings feat. Bashir Salahuddin

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  Jul 12 2022

  Bashir Salahuddin (Top Gun: Maverick, South Side) stars in a Ghanaian tale about legendary eight-legged trickster Anansi, and why all spiders have narrow waists.

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• A Song for the Spirits feat. Krys Marshall

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  Jul 05 2022

  Krys Marshall (For All Mankind) stars in a West African story about an honest fisherwoman, a haunted forest, and a flute with value beyond compare.

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• Encore: Rabbit’s Wish (feat. Ryan Michelle Bathé)

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  Jun 28 2022

  In this season-3 story with roots in West Africa, the Caribbean and Latin America, Ryan Michelle Bathé (This Is Us, First Wives Club) plays a clever Rabbit who discovers that power and strength aren't just about physical size.

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• Encore: The Gloomy Pine Tree (feat. Mykal-Michelle Harris)

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  Jun 21 2022

  Mykal-Michelle Harris (Mixed-ish) stars as a discontented sapling in this classic "grass is always greener" tale from our third season.

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• Encore: Little Frog’s Big Voice (feat. Alex Brightman & Dyllón Burnside)

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  Jun 14 2022

  Dyllón Burnside (POSE, Prideland) and Tony nominee Alex Brightman (Beetlejuice, School of Rock - The Musical) co-star in this Australian story from the archives about small critters, giant egos, and why frogs croak.

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• Encore: The Wind Catcher

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  Jun 07 2022

  Tony Award winner Lea Salonga (Miss Saigon, Les Misérables) headlines this Marshallese tale from our fourth season about how the first sailboat came to be.

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• The Neverending Stories feat. Anjali Bhimani & Adriyan Rae

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  May 31 2022

  Anjali Bhimani (Special, Ms. Marvel) and Adriyan Rae (Chicago Fire, The Game) co-star in this Korean, Cambodian, and Kazakh tale about the importance of spreading stories far and wide.

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• Katya the Quick feat. Etai Benson & Susannah Flood

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  May 24 2022

  Susannah Flood (Life and Beth, Birthday Candles) and Etai Benson (The Band's Visit, Company) star in this Jewish folktale about a clever, quick-witted woman who uses her brilliant brainpower to save her family.

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• Misery Loves Company feat. Hrishikesh Hirway, Joshua Malina & Samin Nosrat

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  May 17 2022

  Samin Nosrat (Salt Fat Acid Heat, Home Cooking), Hrishikesh Hirway (Home Cooking, Song Exploder), and Josh Malina (The West Wing, Chutzpod) star in this Ukrainian and Polish tale about what happens when misery loves company so much, it actually comes to life.

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• After Midnight feat. Fiona Glascott & David Morse

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  May 10 2022

  David Morse (John Adams, How I Learned To Drive) and Fiona Glascott (Fantastic Beasts, Julia) star in this Irish tale about a magical creature who helps a young woman avoid hard work, until the tables are turned.

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• The Early Bird feat. Megan Boone & Jazmyn Simon

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  May 03 2022

  Jazmyn Simon (Ballers, Most Perfect You) and Megan Boone (The Blacklist, The Underground Railroad) play competing birds in this Native American story about the surprising ways that slow and steady can win the race.

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• Encore: The Golden Flask

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  Apr 26 2022

  Allison Strong (The Week Of) headlines this Incan tale from our second season about a brave, magical journey to heal a prince and save a family.

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• Friends in High Places feat. Mario Cantone & Denise Crosby

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  Apr 19 2022

  Mario Cantone (And Just Like That, Surf's Up) and Denise Crosby (Star Trek: The Next Generation) star in this folktale about how the giraffe got its long neck, and how the rhino got an unexpected ally!

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• Of Beans and Bunnies feat. Efren Ramirez

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  Apr 12 2022

  Efren Ramirez (Napoleon Dynamite, Lightyear) portrays a beloved trickster who lives by his wits—and uses them to outwit others—in this folktale from the Spanish-speaking world.

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• The Troupe of Ten feat. Malia Baker, Kelly Jenrette & Kenny Leu

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  Apr 05 2022

  Malia Baker (The Baby-Sitters Club, Are You Afraid of the Dark), Kelly Jenrette (The Handmaid's Tale, All-American: Homecoming) and Kenny Leu (A Shot Through the Wall, Midway) headline a story about a troupe of actors who always bring down the house, until they're nearly brought down themselves.

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• Poor Rich feat. Michael Cerveris & Patrick Page

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  Mar 29 2022

  Broadway stars Michael Cerveris (The Gilded Age, Fun Home) and Patrick Page (The Gilded Age, Hadestown) star in a Ukrainian folktale that shows there's more to wisdom than meets the eye.

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• Queen of the Forest feat. Mari Heller & Jorma Taccone

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  Mar 22 2022

  Actors, directors and real-life couple Marielle Heller (The Queen's Gambit, MacGruber) and Jorma Taccone (MacGruber, The Lonely Island) headline a tale about bossy bullies and itsy-bitsy underdogs.

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• The Lumps of Clay feat. Maulik Pancholy

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  Mar 15 2022

  In this classic Indian tale, Maulik Pancholy (Phineas and Ferb, Sanjay and Craig) plays a wonderfully wise adviser who finds an ingenious way to bring the truth to light.

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• The Magic Touch feat. Edi Gathegi

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  Mar 08 2022

  Edi Gathegi ("The Harder They Fall," "For All Mankind") stars in this East African story about twin brothers, enchanted fruit, and the magic of an open heart.

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• Encore: Share and Share Alike

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  Mar 01 2022

  Glynn Washington (Snap Judgment) and Tiffany Boone (Hunters, Nine Perfect Strangers) star in this favorite folktale from season one, about a lazy bear who isn't big on sharing, until he meets a clever rabbit.

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• Coyote's Wild Ride feat. Alan Tudyk

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  Feb 22 2022

  Alan Tudyk (Resident Alien, Rogue One) plays a wily coyote desperate to show the world just how ultra-mega-super-spectacular he is -- or thinks he is, anyway!

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• Porcupine’s Plan feat. Jacob Laval

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  Feb 15 2022

  Jacob Laval (John Mulaney & the Sack Lunch Bunch, Unbreakable Boy) plays a super savvy critter with a sharp body and even sharper mind in this Siberian folktale about taking advantage of hospitality.

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• The New Neighbor feat. Melora Hardin & Michael Zegen

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  Feb 08 2022

  Michael Zegen (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Boardwalk Empire) helps Melora Hardin (The Bold Type, The Office) get her literal and figurative "just desserts" in this tricky tale about two very different neighbors.

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• A Coconut a Day feat. Jayne Houdyshell

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  Feb 01 2022

  Tony Award winner Jayne Houdyshell (The Humans, The Music Man) stars in this Burmese tale about honesty, honor, and a highly coveted coconut tree.

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• Tiddalick Drinks Up feat. Izaac Wang

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  Jan 25 2022

  Izaac Wang (Clifford the Big Red Dog, Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai) plays a tiny eel who teaches a big frog an even bigger lesson in this laugh-out-loud legend from Australia.

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• Plowing the Road feat. Kimiko Glenn

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  Jan 18 2022

  Kimiko Glenn (My Little Pony, Orange is the New Black) learns the wonders of wisdom that old age can bring in this touching tale with roots in Japan, Laos, Mongolia, Slovenia, Romania, Russia and Haiti.

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• The Wiser Adviser feat. Elaine Hendrix, Devyn McDowell, Mark Pellegrino

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  Jan 11 2022

  Elaine Hendrix (Dynasty, The Parent Trap), Mark Pellegrino (Supernatural, American Rust), and Devyn McDowell (Annette, The Good Nurse) star in this Jewish and Persian tale about how fortune can change in the blink of an eye.

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• Encore: The Beggar and the Baker’s Daughter

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  Jan 04 2022

  In this whimsical tale from the archives, comedian Margaret Cho (The Margaret Cho, Fresh Off The Bloat) plays a greedy woman who bites off more than she can chew.

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• Encore: All That Glitters

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  Dec 21 2021

  This Circle Round favorite starring Story Pirates Podcast hosts Lee Overtree, Peter McNerney and Meghan O'Neill shines a sparkling light on the treasures that come from honesty, integrity and honor.

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• Encore: The Dozen Loaves of Bread

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  Dec 21 2021

  Podcast luminary Avery Trufelman (99% Invisible, Nice Try!) stars as a generous baker touched by magic in this appetizing episode from the Circle Round archives.

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• Encore: The Tug of War

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  Dec 14 2021

  Does bigger always mean stronger? Oscar nominee & children's author Quvenzhané Wallis (Beasts of the Southern Wild, Annie) stars in this amusing folktale from the Circle Round archives.

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• Treasure Mountain feat. Boston Symphony Orchestra

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  Dec 07 2021

  Recorded live at Tanglewood with members of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and an all-star cast, this tale from China explores the true riches in life.

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• The Bags of Seeds feat. Boston Symphony Orchestra

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  Nov 30 2021

  Recorded live at Tanglewood with members of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and an all-star cast, this Vietnamese origin story imagines how a very important grain first came to earth.

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• Lookalike Falls (feat. Boston Symphony Orchestra)

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  Nov 23 2021

  Recorded live at Tanglewood with members of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and an all-star cast, this tale from Mexico explores wisdom, folly, and everything in between.

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• Encore: The Very Busy Fairies

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  Nov 16 2021

  In this zany Celtic tale from the archives, when fairies come to help Parker Bates (This Is Us) with his chores, he discovers the spirited creatures are far more trouble than they're worth.

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• The Bright Yellow Hat feat. Jona Xiao

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  Nov 09 2021

  Jona Xiao (Raya and the Last Dragon, Hightown) plays a flower peddler who makes gardens and goodness grow in this story with Chinese, Tibetan, Japanese, Moroccan, French, Canadian, and Peruvian roots.

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• Clear as a Bell feat. Carla Hall

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  Nov 02 2021

  Chef, author, and TV personality Carla Hall (Carla and the Christmas Cornbread, Holiday Baking Championship) plays a sly, surprising judge in this courtroom tale with roots in China and the Ozarks.

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• Catching Fire feat. Lilli Cooper & Chuck Cooper

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  Oct 26 2021

  Broadway stars and father-daughter duo Chuck Cooper ("The Life," "Trouble In Mind") and Lilli Cooper ("Tootsie," "SpongeBob SquarePants") headline this West African adventure tale about using your inner spark to change the world.

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• The Persimmon Sisters feat. Tennille Read

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  Oct 19 2021

  In this story with Jewish, Arab, and Korean origins, Tennille Read (SurrealEstate, Workin' Moms) plays a young woman who learns the true meaning of sisterly love.

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• Encore: The Woman in the Moon

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  Oct 12 2021

  In honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day, we bring back a favorite tale from the archives: Irene Bedard (Pocahontas, Ralph Breaks the Internet) stars in an Alaska Native story about the out-of-this-world power that comes when we work together.

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• Getting Skunked feat. Terrence Terrell

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  Oct 05 2021

  Terrence Terrell (B Positive, Giants) stars in this Native American tale about a gentle giant who brings night and day to the world, and gives a certain striped critter its telltale scent.

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• Fools Thrush In feat. Anthony Alabi

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  Sep 28 2021

  Anthony Alabi (Family Reunion, black-ish) headlines an Oneida and Mohawk story about how one of the most beautiful bird songs of all came to be.

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• Night and Day feat. MASUMI

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  Sep 21 2021

  Actor/singer-songwriter MASUMI (Yakuza Princess) headlines this magical tale from the Yoruba people about how night came to a world of endless day.

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• The Red Velvet Purse feat. Elisa Donovan

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  Sep 14 2021

  Elisa Donovan (Clueless, Sabrina the Teenage Witch) plays a judge who puts honesty on trial in this tale with Chinese, Indian, Ethiopian, and Romanian roots.

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• The Friend Ship feat. Carra Patterson

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  Sep 07 2021

  Carra Patterson (Turner & Hooch, Jitney) stars in a tale from Japan about a woman with enough generosity to last a lifetime, and a man with enough greed to sink a ship.

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• Encore: The Fire On The Other Side Of The World

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  Aug 31 2021

  We wrap up the summer with another listener favorite: a Cherokee tale in which Yeardley Smith (The Simpsons, Oil and Water) plays a feisty, creative spider who proves that power and strength aren't always about physical size.

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• Circle Round Presents: Stories Podcast

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  Aug 24 2021

  We’re mixing it up today and sharing an episode of "Stories Podcast" -- a show featuring everything from classic fairytales to original stories for kids, written by Dan Hinds and performed by Amanda Weldin. In this story, "The Grass is Always Greener," we meet a bunny named Beverly who's in search of the most delicious grass.

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• The Laughing Canoe feat. George Salazar

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  Aug 17 2021

  George Salazar (Be More Chill, Superstore) plays a wise-cracking waterborne vessel in this Brazilian story about the extraordinary things teamwork can bring.

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• Encore: The Chattering Clams

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  Aug 10 2021

  This week we bring back a listener favorite: Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz (hosts of "Wow in the World") star in a whimsical Native American tale about the dangers of gossip.

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• The Laws of Nature feat. Mo Rocca

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  Aug 03 2021

  Mo Rocca (CBS Sunday Morning, Wait, Wait... Don't Tell Me!) headlines this eco-conscious Estonian/Finnish tale about conservation, courtesy, and how actions speak louder than words.

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• Encore: Sir Luck and Mister Riches

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  Jul 27 2021

  In this favorite tale from the archives, comedian/kids' author Michael Ian Black (I'm Worried, Cock-a-Doodle-Doo-Bop) and actor/director David Wain (Wet Hot American Summer, Medical Police) believe they know the secret to what makes people truly happy.

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• The Patched-Up Coat feat. Peter Sagal

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  Jul 20 2021

  NPR's Peter Sagal (Wait, Wait... Don't Tell Me!) stars in this Russian story about how fantastically priceless a little generosity can be.

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• Encore: The King's Face

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  Jul 13 2021

  Broadway stars Derrick Baskin (Ain't Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee) and Brandon Uranowitz (An American in Paris, Burn This) play a curious king and clever farmer in this tale with roots in Russia, Italy, India, Greece, Africa and Iran. This episode was originally released on October 22, 2019.

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• The Mountain Guardian feat. Alonzo Bodden & Audrey Hsieh

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  Jul 06 2021

  Audrey Hsieh (Here Today, Mixtape) and Alonzo Bodden (Wait, Wait... Don't Tell Me!, Who's Paying Attention) headline this Tibetan tale about two family members who are rewarded appropriately by a stone lion, one for her generosity and one for his greed.

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• Circle Round Presents: Julie's Library

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  Jun 29 2021

  While we’re hard at work putting together a brand new season of exciting stories, we’re giving you a special treat— an episode of another podcast we think you’ll enjoy: "Julie’s Library," featuring Julie Andrews and her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton as they share some of their favorite books for kids and families. In this episode, award-winning author Jacqueline Woodson visits the library to read her book "The Day You Begin," which is about feeling different from everyone around you.

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• Encore: The Magpie With Salt On Her Tail

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  Jun 22 2021

  Rachael Harris (Lucifer, Suits) and Taran Killam (Nature Cat, Saturday Night Live) star in this special encore episode about a young man who learns that -- with a little hard work -- dreams can come true. This episode was originally released on December 19, 2017.

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• Encore: The Princess and the Egg

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  Jun 15 2021

  In this enchanting tale from the archives, Amber Stevens West (Happy Together, Run the World) stars as a globe-​trotting princess who works hard to keep her promises. This episode was originally released on October 23, 2018.

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• Encore: The Goat in the Garden

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  Jun 08 2021

  In this favorite episode from the archives, Ray Magliozzi (Car Talk) plays a stubborn goat who inadvertently reminds us that true heroes comes in all shapes and sizes. This episode was originally released on January 23, 2018.

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• Encore: Sweet Corn and Clever Rabbit

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  Jun 01 2021

  In this favorite episode from the archives, Eris Baker (This Is Us) plays a tricky rabbit who presents her fellow animals with an offer they can't refuse. This episode originally released April 9, 2019.

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• She Tells Seashells feat. Joaquina Kalukango

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  May 25 2021

  Tony Award nominee Joaquina Kalukango (Slave Play, One Night in Miami) stars in this Zulu tale from South Africa about how stories came to the world.

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• The Unfair Share feat. Jon Huertas & Faith Salie

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  May 18 2021

  Jon Huertas (This Is Us, Initiation) and Faith Salie (CBS Sunday Morning, Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me) headline this folktale about a generous queen, a cunning farmer, and a devious gatekeeper who takes more than his fair share.

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• The Missing Knight feat. Sarah, Duchess of York & Jason Mantzoukas

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  May 11 2021

  Duchess Sarah Ferguson of York (Storytime With Fergie) and Jason Mantzoukas (How Did This Get Made, Housebroken) play a crafty queen and scheming advisor who face off in an unforgettable game of chess.

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• The Bearded Lake feat. Owen Teale

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  May 04 2021

  Owen Teale (Game of Thrones, Dream Horse) stars in this Welsh legend about a desperate farmer who becomes too greedy for his own good.

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• Encore: 100 Rooms

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  Apr 27 2021

  In this favorite episode from the archives, seven-time Emmy-Award winner Ed Asner (Up, The Mary Tyler Moore Show) plays a wise father who challenges his daughters to solve a tricky challenge by thinking outside the box.

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• Growing Courage ft. Kyla Pratt

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  Apr 20 2021

  Kyla Pratt (Call Me Kat, The Proud Family) headlines this Ethiopian story about the power of facing your fears.

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• The Giant’s Causeway feat. Alison Wright

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  Apr 13 2021

  Alison Wright (Snowpiercer, The Americans) stars as a wise and witty Irish giant who proves she's colossal in both size and smarts.

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• The Fire Within feat. Maz Jobrani

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  Apr 06 2021

  Comedian and actor Maz Jobrani (Pandemic Warrior, Back To School With Maz Jobrani) plays a wise man with an on-fire imagination in this clever tale from Turkey, Balochistan, India, Ethiopia, Kenya, the West Indies, and the Hispano community of New Mexico.

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• The Governor’s Puzzle feat. Tiffany Espensen

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  Mar 30 2021

  Tiffany Espensen (Spider-Man: Homecoming, Kirby Buckets) stars in this Chinese folktale about thinking outside the box and inside the boat.

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• Encore: The Queen's Gift

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  Mar 23 2021

  This favorite episode from our archives is in loving memory of an actor you've heard in numerous Circle Round stories, including this one: Delores King Williams.

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• Mangoes in the Middle feat. Utkarsh Ambudkar

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  Mar 16 2021

  In this tale from India, Utkarsh Ambudkar (Brittany Runs a Marathon, We Are Freestyle Love Supreme) plays an ingenious royal advisor who cunningly proves the true owner of a fruitful treasure.

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• Counting Crocodiles feat. Tiya Sircar

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  Mar 09 2021

  In this playful tale from Indonesia and Malaysia, Tiya Sircar (Star Wars Rebels, The Good Place) plays a cunning mouse deer who teaches a cantankerous crocodile a lesson.

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• The Uncommon Offering feat. Ruthie Ann Miles

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  Mar 02 2021

  Tony Award Winner Ruthie Ann Miles (The King and I, All Rise) stars in this Paraguayan story about giving the most rare and precious gift of all.

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• The Red Leather Shoes feat. Madhur Jaffrey & Aasif Mandvi

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  Feb 23 2021

  Aasif Mandvi (The Daily Show, Evil) and Madhur Jaffrey (Madhur Jaffrey's Curry Nation, I Feel Bad) co-star in this Indian story about a wise king, a generous shoemaker, and a priceless pair of shoes.

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• The Wind Catcher feat. Lea Salonga

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  Feb 16 2021

  Tony Award winner Lea Salonga (Miss Saigon, Les Misérables) headlines this Marshallese tale about how the first sailboat came to be.

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• Encore: One Speckled Hen

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  Feb 09 2021

  This week, we bring back a favorite story from the archives: Tony Award winner André De Shields (Hadestown, The Full Monty) stars in a Jewish tale that tests the old adage, "Finders keepers, losers weepers."

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• All The King’s Dogs feat. Rory Culkin & Jeremy Sisto

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  Feb 02 2021

  Jeremy Sisto (Law and Order, FBI) and Rory Culkin (Waco, Halston) co-star in this Hungarian story about two farmers, one wise king, and a whole mess of canines.

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• The Fishermen’s Leftovers feat. Marc delaCruz

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  Jan 26 2021

  In this magical tale from Japan, Marc delaCruz (If/Then, Hamilton) plays a lowly cook whose kitchen scraps bring him a golden reward.

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• The Horse of a Different Color feat. Christina Anthony & Lindsay Mendez

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  Jan 19 2021

  Christina Anthony (Mixed-ish, Key & Peele) and Tony winner Lindsay Mendez (Carousel, All Rise) play a one-of-a-kind horse and rider in this enchanted tale from across the Spanish-speaking world.

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• The Head and the Heart feat. Hrishikesh Hirway & Joshua Malina

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  Jan 12 2021

  Joshua Malina (The West Wing, Scandal) and Hrishikesh Hirway (Song Exploder, The West Wing Weekly) co-star in this Jewish tale about two brothers who make two very different ways in the world.

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• Three Little Critters feat. Mason Gooding & Allen Maldonado

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  Jan 05 2021

  Mason Gooding (Love, Victor; Scream 5) and Allen Maldonado (Sneakerheads, The Last O.G.) co-star in this East African story about the big power of a little teamwork.

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• Encore: The Emperor's Challenge

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  Dec 29 2020

  As we ring in the new year, we bring back a favorite episode about planting the seeds of honesty, starring Nikki SooHoo (Star Wars Resistance, The Resident) and Christine Toy Johnson (Iron Fist, Come From Away).

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• Encore: A Bird in the Hand

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  Dec 22 2020

  As we celebrate the winter holidays, we revisit a favorite episode from season two: Broadway legends Rebecca Luker and Danny Burstein play a talking bird and spoiled prince who explore the meaning of true wisdom.

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• Ariana’s Music feat. Mireille Enos

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  Dec 15 2020

  Mireille Enos (Hanna, The Killing) headlines this new spin on an ancient Greek legend about an instrument that captivates everyone who hears it, whether they have skin, scales, hair, hides, feathers, or fur.

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• The Three Tests feat. Kiera Allen

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  Dec 08 2020

  Kiera Allen (Run) plays a wise woman whose cleverness is tested by her father long after he's gone in this story from Armenia, Greece, Russia, Germany and Hungary.

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• The Twin Monkeys feat. Julia Nickson & Lizzy Capri

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  Dec 01 2020

  Julia Nickson (Rambo: First Blood Part II, The Unbidden) and YouTuber Lizzy Capri headline this Tibetan and Burmese tale about finding treasure, playing tricks, and monkeying around.

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• Simple Gifts: Circle Round's Season-of-Giving Special

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  Nov 24 2020

  To celebrate the season of giving, we bring you a special mega-episode revisiting four of your favorite Circle Round stories about generosity.

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• The Basilisk’s Stare feat. Nabiyah Be & Evan Whitten

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  Nov 17 2020

  In this tale inspired by a Polish legend, Nabiyah Be (Black Panther, Daisy Jones & The Six) and Evan Whitten (The Resident, Mr. Robot) face off against a fantastical creature whose gaze turns people to stone.

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• The Fantastic Fiddle feat. Adam Irigoyen

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  Nov 10 2020

  This Hispanic tale from the Southwest U.S. stars Adam Irigoyen (Away, Shake It Up) as a fiddler whose magical instrument brings the world to its feet, and the guilty to their knees.

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• Little Frog’s Big Voice feat. Alex Brightman & Dyllón Burnside

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  Nov 03 2020

  Dyllón Burnside (POSE, Prideland) and Tony nominee Alex Brightman (Beetlejuice, School of Rock - The Musical) co-star in this Australian story about small critters, giant egos, and why frogs croak.

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• The Extraordinary Pine Cone feat. Kelly Jenrette & John Carroll Lynch

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  Oct 27 2020

  Kelly Jenrette (The Handmaid's Tale, Uncorked) and John Carroll Lynch (American Horror Story, The Founder) headline this Estonian/Finnish story about how very far a little generosity can go.

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• Coyote’s Flame feat. Brittany O’Grady

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  Oct 20 2020

  In this Native American tale, Brittany O'Grady (Little Voice, Star) plays a cunning creature who uses teamwork to bring light, sun and fire to the dark, cold world.

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• Encore: Grandfather Stone feat. Diane Rehm and Jonathan Joss

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  Oct 13 2020

  In honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day, we're revisiting this Seneca tale from Season 2 about the origin of stories -- co-starring NPR veteran Diane Rehm and Jonathan Joss (Parks and Recreation, Comanche Moon).

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• The Glittering Gourd feat. Glenn Fleshler & Corey Stoll

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  Oct 06 2020

  Corey Stoll (Billions, West Side Story) and Glenn Fleshler (Billions, Joker) bring to life this Brazilian story about the sweetness of humility and the sting of greed.

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• The Olive Jar feat. Maggie Siff, Santino Fontana & Denim Richards

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  Sep 29 2020

  Maggie Siff (Billions, Mad Men), Santino Fontana (Tootsie, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend), and Denim Richards (Yellowstone, The Chickasaw Rancher) co-star in this Northern African/Middle Eastern/Jewish tale about spoiled olives and fresh starts.

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• Long Hair and the Waterfall feat. Rosalind Chao

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  Sep 22 2020

  Rosalind Chao (Mulan, The Joy Luck Club) headlines this Chinese tale about a tall mountain, a big radish, and the magic of giving back to your community.

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• Little Cu feat. Desmin Borges

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  Sep 15 2020

  Desmin Borges (You're The Worst, Utopia) plays a tiny bird with an ever-growing ego in this playful story with roots in Mexico and Puerto Rico.

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• Dirt Into Gold feat. Tzi Ma & Jimmy Wong

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  Sep 08 2020

  Tzi Ma (The Farewell, Mulan) and Jimmy Wong (Wish Dragon, Mulan) co-star in this Burmese tale about turning soil and dirt into an invaluable treasure.

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• Circle Round: Fan Edition!

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  Sep 01 2020

  At the end of season 3, we asked fans to send us their own Circle Round story. This week, you’ll hear some of the submissions we received!

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• Encore: 'The Forbidden Knot'

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  Aug 25 2020

  This favorite story from season one, starring Mel Rodriguez (The Last Man on Earth, Electric Dreams), is about the importance of being honest and keeping your word... especially when you’re a leader in charge of something big.

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• The Charming Flute feat. Amy Hargreaves

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  Aug 18 2020

  In part four of our summer series with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Amy Hargreaves (13 Reasons Why, Homeland) plays a mystical flute player who teaches a greedy landowner to sing a different tune.

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• Encore: 'A Taste Of Honey'

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  Aug 11 2020

  Hannah Simone ("New Girl") stars alongside her real-life father Naren Simone in a South Asian tale about the power of self-reliance. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• Naming the Tree feat. Chloe Coleman

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  Aug 04 2020

  In part three of our summer series with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Chloe Coleman (Timmy Failure, My Spy) stars in an African tale about how bigger isn't always better, and how slow and steady can be best of all!

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• Encore: 'Latchkey Stew'

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  Jul 28 2020

  Jurnee Smollett-Bell stars in this classic tale about a young girl who teaches a group of neighbors what it means to really share.

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• The Farmer’s Coin feat. Jin Ha and Greta Jung

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  Jul 21 2020

  In part two of our summer series with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Jin Ha (Devs, Love Life) and Greta Jung (Modern Family, Station 19) headline a Korean folktale about a hardworking farmer whose generosity brings a surprising reward.

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• Encore: The Enchanted Paintbrush feat. Phillipa Soo

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  Jul 14 2020

  Phillipa Soo (Hamilton) and Stacy Keach (Man With a Plan) headline this favorite episode from season 3: a tale from China about a kind, humble artist whose paintings come to life.

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• Every Other Friday feat. Melora Hardin and Gildart Jackson

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  Jul 07 2020

  Part one of our special summer series with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Melora Hardin and Gildart Jackson co-star in this tale about a crafty countess who teaches a broke baker never to look a gift horse in the mouth.

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• Encore: 'Kangaroo And Joey Too'

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  Jun 30 2020

  Recorded live with musicians from the Boston Symphony Orchestra as part of our 2019 summer pop-up series, this Aboriginal story from Australia imagines how the kangaroo got her indispensable pouch.

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• Shortie: The Leaky Bucket

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  Jun 23 2020

  Is the bucket half empty or half full? This week's bonus episode comes from a Chinese folktale about the unexpected upside of imperfection.

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• Encore: 'The Great Ball Game'

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  Jun 16 2020

  In this Native American story, William Jackson Harper (The Good Place) portrays a tiny creature who teaches the other animals and birds to appreciate what it means to be different.

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• Shortie: The Dinner Date

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  Jun 09 2020

  In this bite-sized bonus episode from West Africa, a tricky spider bites off more than he can chew when he tries outwitting a wise dinner guest.

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• Encore: The Most Powerful Of All

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  Jun 02 2020

  Iain Armitage (Young Sheldon, Big Little Lies) learns a surprising lesson about size, strength and power in this twist on a folktale from East Asia, India, Spain, Latin America and the southwestern U.S.

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• The Noblest Tale feat. Lisa Loeb

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  May 26 2020

  Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Lisa Loeb (A Simple Trick to Happiness, Feel What U Feel) discovers the true meaning of goodness, virtue and honor in this folktale originally from Mexico.

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• Leopard’s Rhythm feat. Tonya Mosley

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  May 19 2020

  Public radio and podcast veteran Tonya Mosley (Here and Now, Truth Be Told) plays a clever turtle determined to outwit the local bully in this whimsical tale inspired by stories told in Ghana.

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• Sweet and Sour feat. Avi Nash & Marshall Escamilla

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  May 12 2020

  In this story from the Zulu people of South Africa, Marshall Escamilla (Tumble: A Science Podcast for Kids) and Avi Nash (The Walking Dead, Hosea) star as brothers who are as different as sweet and sour.

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• Chief Know-It-All feat. Chris Sullivan

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  May 05 2020

  Actor and musician Chris Sullivan (This Is Us, Joseph The Spouse) plays the boastful, blowhard title character in this Hawaiian tale about an egotistical chief who gets cut down to size.

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• The Sultan’s Figs feat. Shazad Latif and Anthony Rapp

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  Apr 28 2020

  Shazad Latif (Star Trek: Discovery, Penny Dreadful) and Anthony Rapp (Star Trek: Discovery, Rent) headline this Middle Eastern/North African tale about sweet figs, bad breath, and the bitter truth. When you need advice, what kind of advisor do you turn to? Someone who’s honest? Trustworthy? Supportive? In today’s story, we’ll meet an advisor who’s none of these things. And the person he’s advising -- a wealthy, powerful sultan -- has no idea! Our story is called “The Sultan’s Figs.” Versions of this tale originally come from North Africa and the Middle East. Voices in this episode include Mike DelGaudio, Shazad Latif and Anthony Rapp. Grown-ups, you can see Shazad and Anthony on the CBS All-Access series, Star Trek. You can also check out Shazad Latif in three Netflix shows -- Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, Penny Dreadful and Toast of London -- plus the upcoming indie film, Falling For Figaro. Anthony Rapp has starred in dozens of Broadway plays and musicals, including Rent and If/Then, opposite Idina Menzel. He’s the author of the book, Without You: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and the Musical Rent. To give to Circle Round got to WBUR.org/supportcircleround...more

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• The Treasured Axe feat. Adrian Martinez

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  Apr 21 2020

  Adrian Martinez (Stumptown, Lady and the Tramp) stars in this classic folktale about the big treasures a little honesty can bring. Visit our website, www.wbur.org/circleround and print out our coloring pages! ----------- What does it mean to be “honest”? Being “honest” means being truthful in what you do and say - even if it isn’t easy! In today’s story, we’ll find out why telling the truth can be even more precious than bronze, silver, and gold! Our story is called “The Treasured Axe.” Versions of this tale come from all over the world, from Greece, Latvia and Russia, to Nigeria, Indonesia and Japan, to China, Thailand and Tibet. ------- www.wbur.org/circleround ...more

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• Shortie: 'The Money Tree'

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  Apr 17 2020

  In this bonus episode inspired by a Chinese folktale, an industrious man finds a clever way to teach his brother the value of hard work. ------ If you’re looking for something extra to do while listening to today’s tale, ask a grown-up to print out the coloring page for this week’s story! You can find it at WBUR.org/circleround. At the end of this episode you'll hear more another activity -- an "I did it" jar!

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• The Fallen Sparrow feat. Molly Bloom and Jane Lindholm

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  Apr 14 2020

  Children's podcast hosts Molly Bloom (Brains On!, Smash Boom Best) and Jane Lindholm (But Why: A Podcast For Curious Kids) co-star as twin sisters who reap what they sow in this story with origins in Korea, Tibet, Japan and China.

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• Shortie: 'The First Ring'

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  Apr 10 2020

  In this bonus story with roots in Europe and China, a horse teaches a knight about loyalty and kindness. ------ If you’re looking for something extra to do while listening to today’s tale, ask a grown-up to print out the coloring page for this week’s story! You can find it at WBUR.org/circleround. At the end of this episode you'll hear more another activity -- writing notes. ------ Think about someone in your life who has helped you. Perhaps a teacher helped you learn something new. Or a family member gave you a smile and a hug when you were having a rough day. When people help us out, it’s nice to return the favor, by doing something helpful for them. But in this bonus edition of Circle Round, we’ll meet a character who forgets about that last part, even though his helper saved his life! ...more

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• The Birds and the Trees feat. Krys Marshall

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  Apr 07 2020

  Think about someone you admire for their courage. Maybe it’s a person from history, who stood up for what’s right. Perhaps it’s a family member or friend who’s always bold enough to try something new. In today’s story, we’ll meet a character who’s so brave, she’s willing to give up everything she’s ever known. Everything! Our story is called “The Birds and the Trees.” Versions of this tale come from New Zealand, an island nation in the Pacific Ocean. Voices in this episode include James Konicek, Adam Mastroianni, Maurice Emmanuel Parent, Gamalia Pharms, and Krys Marshall. Grown-ups, you can see Krys Marshall on Apple TV’s fictionalized version of the 1960s race to the moon, For All Mankind. Krys is also a mentor with the Young Storytellers Foundation, which seeks to "inspire young people to discover the power of their own voice.” ...more

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• Shortie: 'A Cup of Poi'

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  Apr 03 2020

  A bonus story from Hawaii, about the magic that happens when we show kindness to strangers in need. ------ If you’re looking for something extra to do while listening to today’s tale, ask a grown-up to print out the coloring page for this week’s story! You can find it at WBUR.org/circleround. At the end of this episode you'll hear more about how to play "Kindness Bingo." ----------- We’ve been hearing a lot from our listeners around the world - listeners like you! And many of you have been asking for more stories to help you get through this time of social distancing, when we’re all spending a bunch more time at home than we’re used to. Today we’re bringing you a special bonus episode of Circle Round.  Our story is called “A Cup of Poi.” Poi is a popular food where our tale originally comes from: Hawaii, the only island state in the United States. It’s all about the magic that happens when we’re kind to others… especially when we’ve never met them before!...more

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• The Search For Rain feat. Amory Sivertson

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  Mar 31 2020

  Have you ever teamed up with other people to get something done?  We’re all keeping our distance from other people, to help everyone stay healthy and safe. But just because we’re keeping a physical distance, it doesn’t mean we have to be separated. Even if we’re not in the same room, or the same building, we can still find ways to join up with others, and accomplish things that we can’t do on our own!  In the story we’re about to hear, we’ll meet some people who really need to work together. But first… they need to get their act together! Our story is called “The Search For Rain.” It’s inspired by a tale from Argentina, the second-largest country in South America. Voices in this episode include Doug Lockwood, Maurice Emmanuel Parent, Gamalia Pharms, Delores King Williams, and Amory Sivertson. Amory is the co-host of Endless Thread, a podcast from WBUR and Reddit that brings stories from the Internet to life -- from mysteries, to histories, to stories about our shared humanity.  This episode was adapted for Circle Round by Rebecca Sheir. It was edited by Circle Round’s executive producer, Katherine Brewer. Circle Round’s original music and sound design is by Eric Shimelonis. Our artist is Sabina Hahn. ...more

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• Circle Round Presents: 'Mystery Recipe'

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  Mar 27 2020

  Here at Circle Round, we’re hard at work, putting together brand new episodes for you. But since everyone’s routines are changing and we're all staying home more, we’re giving you a special treat today: an episode of another podcast you might enjoy, "Mystery Recipe," from America's Test Kitchen Kids.  “Mystery Recipe” is jam-packed with fascinating trivia, cool science, fun characters, and of course… food.  Listen to find out!

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• Encore: 'The King And The Cobbler'

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  Mar 24 2020

  This week we present a favorite story from the archives: Keith David (Greenleaf) and Tony Award winner James Naughton (City of Angels, Chicago) play a curious, disguised king and a cobbler who proves the power of self-reliance.

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• The Elephant’s Tub feat. Analeigh Tipton and Stephen Tobolowsky

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  Mar 17 2020

  Analeigh Tipton (Crazy, Stupid Love; Why Women Kill) and Stephen Tobolowsky (One Day at a Time, The Tobolowsky Files) co-star in this Burmese tale about a king who dreams of finding an elusive white elephant.

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• Song of the Horse feat. David Archuleta and Sherry Cola

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  Mar 10 2020

  Pop singer David Archuleta (American Idol) and stand-up comic Sherry Cola (Good Trouble) headline this Mongolian story about the origins of the country's national instrument: the horsehead fiddle. Voices in this episode include Doug Lockwood, Maurice Emmanuel Parent, Kimberly Schraf, David Archuleta and Sherry Cola. Grown-ups, look for stand-up comedian Sherry Cola on the Freeform network drama, Good Trouble. Singer-songwriter and American Idol star David Archuleta kicks off his Ok, All Right Tour on March 30th, 2020; it will run throughout the US into May. ...more

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• Granny’s Leather Bag feat. Orla Brady

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  Mar 03 2020

  Orla Brady (Star Trek: Picard, Into the Badlands) stars in this Irish tale about three wise animals, two very different sisters, and one bag of silver coins.

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• The Mountain Spring feat. Kelli O’Hara & Greg Naughton

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  Feb 25 2020

  Tony Award winner Kelli O'Hara (The King and I; Kiss Me, Kate) stars opposite real-life husband, director/musician Greg Naughton (The Independents, The Sweet Remains), in this Korean and Japanese tale about eternal love, kindness and youth.

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• Encore: 'The Lute Player'

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  Feb 18 2020

  This Russian and European folktale stars real-life husband and wife Paul Sparks (House of Cards, Sweetbitter) and Annie Parisse (Friends From College) as a king who's taken prisoner, and a queen whose musical prowess sets him free.

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• The Rooster in the Sky feat. Rachel Matthews

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  Feb 11 2020

  In this adventure story with roots in Russia, Hungary and the Middle East, a magical rooster rewards Rachel Matthews (Frozen 2) for her fearless persistence and precious friendship.

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• The True Mother feat. Alex Landi

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  Feb 04 2020

  In this Japanese tale, Alex Landi (Grey's Anatomy, Insatiable) plays a wise judge who finds an ingenious way to determine the real mother of a bouncing baby boy.

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• The Beggar and the Baker’s Daughter feat. Margaret Cho

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  Jan 28 2020

  Comedian Margaret Cho (The Margaret Cho, Fresh Off The Bloat) headlines this English tale about a greedy woman who bites off more than she can chew.

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• The Very Busy Fairies feat. Parker Bates

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  Jan 21 2020

  In this zany Celtic tale, when fairies come to help Parker Bates (This Is Us) with his chores, he discovers they're far more trouble than they're worth.

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• The Dozen Loaves of Bread feat. Avery Trufelman

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  Jan 14 2020

  Podcast luminary Avery Trufelman (99% Invisible, Articles of Interest) stars as a generous baker touched by magic in this scrumptious Jewish tale.

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• The Nine Sticks feat. Nikesh Patel and Maulik Pancholy

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  Jan 07 2020

  Maulik Pancholy (30 Rock, Grand Horizons) and Nikesh Patel (Four Weddings and a Funeral) headline this Indian story that asks what's more precious: glittering jewels, or good friends?

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• Encore: The Months Of The Year

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  Dec 31 2019

  What would it be like to experience the months of the year--out of order? Joshua Rush ("Andi Mack") and Ailsa Chang (NPR) co-star in this story which has its origins in Russia, Greece, and the Czech Republic.

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• Encore: Three Wishes

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  Dec 24 2019

  Patrick Fabian ("Better Call Saul") and Mandy Fabian ("Dropping The Soap") star in a story about a husband and wife whose generosity leads them to an unexpected challenge. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• The Gloomy Pine Tree feat. Mykal-Michelle Harris

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  Dec 17 2019

  Mykal-Michelle Harris (Mixed-ish) stars as a discontented sapling in this classic "grass is always greener" tale from Germany.

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• Nilsa And The Troll feat. Raegan Revord

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  Dec 10 2019

  In this story with roots in Denmark, Raegan Revord (Young Sheldon) plays a generous young woman who proves that small gestures of kindness can make a big difference.

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• The Banker’s Riddles feat. Jeannie Mai

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  Dec 03 2019

  Jeannie Mai (Listen Hunnay, The Real) headlines this Chinese and Vietnamese tale about a wise, witty woman who gives a greedy, riddle-loving banker a run for his money.

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• Encore: 'Fiona And The Fairies'

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  Nov 26 2019

  Selenis Leyva ("Orange is the New Black," "Maniacs") stars as a clever baker in this retelling of a Scottish folktale about the power of a little "please" and "thank you."

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• The Enchanted Paintbrush feat. Phillipa Soo

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  Nov 19 2019

  Phillipa Soo (Hamilton, The Code) and Stacy Keach (Man With a Plan, American Greed) headline this Chinese tale about a kind, humble artist whose paintings come to life.

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• Sir Luck and Mister Riches feat. Michael Ian Black and David Wain

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  Nov 12 2019

  Comedian/kids' author Michael Ian Black (I'm Worried, Cock-a-Doodle-Doo-Bop) and actor/director David Wain (Wet Hot American Summer, Stella) star in this supernatural story from Spain, Portugal, Czech Republic and the Dominican Republic.

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• The Fire On The Other Side Of The World feat. Yeardley Smith

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  Nov 05 2019

  In this Cherokee story, Yeardley Smith (The Simpsons) plays a feisty, creative spider who proves that power and strength aren't always about physical size.

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• The Chattering Clams feat. Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz

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  Oct 29 2019

  Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz — hosts of NPR’s "Wow! in the World" podcast — star in this whimsical Native American tale about the dangers of gossip.

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• The King's Face feat. Derrick Baskin and Brandon Uranowitz

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  Oct 22 2019

  Broadway stars Derrick Baskin ("Ain't Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations," "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee") and Brandon Uranowitz ("An American in Paris," "Burn This") play a curious king and clever farmer in this tale with roots in Russia, Italy, India, Greece, Africa and Iran.

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• Encore: 'Maushop And Grandfather Sun'

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  Oct 15 2019

  Wes Studi, who later this month will become the first Native American actor to receive an Oscar, stars as the Wampanoag mythical figure 'Maushop,' a kind, gentle giant who tries to convince the sun to come back home.

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• The Rusty Cowbell featuring Lake Bell

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  Oct 08 2019

  Lake Bell (The Secret Life of Pets, Bless This Mess) stars as a struggling farmer who gives a selfish landlord a run for his money in this folktale from Russia, Germany, Indonesia and the Netherlands.

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• One Speckled Hen feat. André de Shields

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  Oct 01 2019

  Tony Award winner André De Shields (Hadestown, The Full Monty) stars in this Jewish tale that tests the old adage: "finders keepers, losers weepers."

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• The Great Acorn Robbery feat. Katy Mixon and Diedrich Bader

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  Sep 24 2019

  Katy Mixon (American Housewife, Minions) and Diedrich Bader (American Housewife, Veep) headline this Seneca tale about an industrious squirrel and the sneaky critters who pilfer her prized acorns.

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• Rabbit's Wish feat. Ryan Michelle Bathé

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  Sep 17 2019

  In this story with roots in West Africa, the Caribbean and Latin America, Ryan Michelle Bathé (This Is Us, First Wives Club) plays a clever Rabbit who discovers that power and strength aren't just about physical size.

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• Curious Boots feat. Colin Hanks

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  Sep 10 2019

  This Norwegian adventure tale stars Colin Hanks (Life in Pieces, Jumanji 2) as a precocious little brother whose curiosity earns him a royally big reward.

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• Circle Round Presents: 'Tai Asks Why'

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  Sep 03 2019

  In this episode from Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, "Tai Asks Why" features 12-year-old Tai Poole, who asks: What are animals saying to each other?

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• Encore: 'What Am I Hearing?'

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  Aug 27 2019

  Ever wonder what instrument you're hearing during your favorite 'Circle Round' story? We're revisiting a very special episode featuring the music and mind of Eric Shimelonis, resident sound designer and composer.

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• Encore: 'The Unwelcome Guest'

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  Aug 20 2019

  This week, we're bringing back a listener favorite. Richard Kind ("Inside Out") stars in this Middle Eastern folktale about a clever man who teaches his village a thing or two about the dangers of judging a book by its cover.

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• Circle Round Presents: 'Wow in the World'

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  Aug 13 2019

  In this special episode from our friends at NPR's "Wow in the World," hosts Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz explore canine communication.

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• Encore: 'Armadillo’s Song' | feat. Gad Elmaleh

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  Aug 06 2019

  French comedian Gad Elmaleh stars in this episode about one little armadillo who doesn't let anyone discourage him from following his dreams. This lively Bolivian folktale tells the origin story of the "charango," a small Andean stringed instrument.

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• Encore: 'The Hat, The Horn, And The Purse' | feat. Bobby Moynihan

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  Jul 30 2019

  In this encore, we revisit an Italian folktale starring Bobby Moynihan ("Duck Tales," "SNL") about a father who gives seemingly simple gifts to his three sons. But there is more to these family heirlooms than meets the eye.

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• The Magic Bowl featuring Boston Symphony Orchestra

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  Jul 23 2019

  Part three of our special summer pop-up series -- recorded live with musicians from the Boston Symphony Orchestra -- comes from Ghana and the West Indies, and explores the dangers of greed.

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• Practice Makes Progress featuring Boston Symphony Orchestra

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  Jul 16 2019

  Part two of our special summer pop-up series -- recorded live with musicians from the Boston Symphony Orchestra -- is a tale from the Antilles about an aspiring musician and a giant adventure.

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• Kangaroo And Joey Too featuring Boston Symphony Orchestra

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  Jul 09 2019

  Part one of our special summer pop-up series, recorded live with musicians from the Boston Symphony Orchestra, this Aboriginal story from Australia imagines how the kangaroo got her indispensable pouch.

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• Listeners' Favorite: 'The Piper And The Pooka'

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  Jul 02 2019

  This episode was chosen by you, the fans! Thanks for the submissions! In this Irish folktale, Damian McGinty ("Glee," "Celtic Thunder") stars as a musician with a serious case of butterflies.

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• Circle Round Spotlight: Babayan And The Magic Star

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  Jun 25 2019

  Yo-Yo Ma narrates the story of a monster named Babayan, and how he changed in ways he never thought possible. To learn more, visit our website at www.wbur.org/circleround,

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• Circle Round Presents: 'Tumble'

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  Jun 18 2019

  A special episode from our friends at the podcast Tumble, a science podcast for kids.

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• Circle Round Presents 'Two Princes'

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  Jun 11 2019

  This week, we’re bringing you an extra-special episode from our friends at the new Gimlet podcast “Two Princes". Follow Prince Rupert as he sets out to break the mysterious curse that’s been looming over his kingdom (literally) his whole life. He’s ready to face whatever dastardly villain or vile monster stands in his way. What he isn’t prepared for is meeting the handsome Amir, a rival prince on a quest to save his own realm. We’re excited to share the first episode with you here. You can listen to all episodes "Two Princes" right now for free on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts....more

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• Circle Round Presents: Kids Listen Summer Sampler

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  Jun 04 2019

  We've teamed up with some of the best kids podcasts out there to bring you the Kids Listen Summer Sampler!

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• Grandfather Stone feat. Diane Rehm, Jonathan Joss

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  May 28 2019

  Jonathan Joss (Comanche Moon, Parks and Recreation) and NPR’s Diane Rehm (The Diane Rehm Show, On My Mind) star in this Seneca tale about a mystical stone who introduces the first stories to the world.

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• Lazy Jack and the Leprechaun feat. A.J. Buckley, Euan Morton

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  May 21 2019

  A.J. Buckley (SEAL Team) and Euan Morton (Hamilton) headline this Irish tale about a lazy fellow who wants to get rich quick, and the conniving leprechaun who has a big trick up his tiny sleeve.

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• Encore: 'The Skylark'

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  May 14 2019

  Miriam Shor ("Younger," "The Americans,") stars in this Portuguese folktale about a feathered creature who gives a young, impatient man a lesson he'll never forget.

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• Circle Round Presents 'Brains On'

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  May 07 2019

  A special episode from our friends at Brains On.

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• 'The Three-Legged Pot' featuring Aparna Nancherla

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  Apr 30 2019

  Comedian Aparna Nancherla (The Standups, Corporate) stars as a rambunctious, Robin Hood-esque cooking vessel in this Danish and Middle Eastern story about generosity and greed.

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• The Lute Player featuring Annie Parisse and Paul Sparks

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  Apr 23 2019

  This Russian and European folktale stars real-life husband and wife Paul Sparks (House of Cards, Sweetbitter) and Annie Parisse (Friends From College) as a king who's taken prisoner, and a queen whose musical prowess sets him free.

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• 'The Star Fruit Tree' featuring Stephanie Hsu

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  Apr 16 2019

  Broadway star Stephanie Hsu (Be More Chill, The SpongeBob Musical) headlines this magical Vietnamese tale about the unexpectedly sweet rewards generosity and contentment can bring.

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• 'Sweet Corn and Clever Rabbit' featuring Eris Baker

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  Apr 09 2019

  In this playful tale with roots in Canada, Mexico and Costa Rica, Eris Baker (This Is Us) plays a tricky rabbit who presents her fellow animals with an offer they can't refuse.

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• Circle Round Presents 'But Why'

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  Apr 02 2019

  This week, we’re bringing you an extra-special episode from our friends at the podcast “But Why”: Why do we laugh? Why do you feel ticklish when someone tickles you? Why can't you tickle yourself? We learn about how humor develops with Gina Mireault of the Infant Laughter Project at Northern Vermont University. Also in the episode we hear about April 1 traditions and we listen in to jokes from our listeners with Vermont comedian Josie Leavitt.

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• Encore: 'The Happiest Person In The World'

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  Mar 26 2019

  Jon Cryer ("Two and a Half Men") stars in a story about a man chasing happiness--and the elusive shirt that will make him smile again.

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• All That Glitters, featuring the cast of Story Pirates

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  Mar 19 2019

  This Thai story starring Lee Overtree, Peter McNerney and Meghan O'Neill (hosts of Gimlet's Story Pirates podcast) shines a sparkling light on the treasures that come from honesty, integrity and honor.

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• Circle Round Presents 'Story Pirates'

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  Mar 12 2019

  A special episode from our friends at Story Pirates.

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• 'A Bird In The Hand' | feat. Danny Burstein ("My Fair Lady") and Rebecca Luker ("The Sound of Music")

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  Mar 05 2019

  In this folktale with roots across Europe and Asia, Broadway legends -- and real-life couple -- Rebecca Luker (The Music Man, The Sound of Music) and Danny Burstein (My Fair Lady, Moulin Rouge) play a clever bird and the prince who tries to catch her.

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• 'Three Clever Brothers' | feat. Alexandra Billings (Transparent)

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  Feb 26 2019

  Alexandra Billings (Transparent, Paddleton) stars in this Indian/Persian/Tunisian/Siberian/Iraqi/Uzbekistani folktale about the power of a keen eye and a quick mind.

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• "The Great Ball Game" | feat. William Jackson Harper (The Good Place, Jack Ryan)

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  Feb 19 2019

  In this Native American story, William Jackson Harper (The Good Place) portrays a tiny creature who teaches the other animals and birds to appreciate what it means to be different.

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• 'The Most Powerful Of All' | feat. Iain Armitage (Young Sheldon, Big Little Lies)

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  Feb 12 2019

  Iain Armitage (Young Sheldon, Big Little Lies) learns a surprising lesson about size, strength and power in this twist on a folktale from East Asia, India, Spain, Latin America and the southwestern U.S.

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• Circle Round Presents 'Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls'

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  Feb 05 2019

  This episode (featuring Melinda Gates) tells the story of Wangari Maathai,one of the world's most important ecologists.

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• 'The Emperor's Challenge' | feat. Christine Toy Johnson (Iron Fist) & Nikki SooHoo (Star Wars Resistance)

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  Jan 29 2019

  Nikki SooHoo (Star Wars Resistance, The Resident) and Christine Toy Johnson (Iron Fist, Come From Away) co-star in this Chinese tale about planting the seeds of honesty.

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• 'The Woman In The Moon' | feat. Irene Bedard ("Ralph Breaks The Internet," "Pocahontas")

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  Jan 22 2019

  In this Alaska Native tale, Irene Bedard (Pocahontas, Ralph Breaks the Internet) plays a patient mortal who yearns to help the moon carry light across the night sky.

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• 'The Queen's Gift' | feat. Jake Borelli (Grey's Anatomy)

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  Jan 15 2019

  In this story from Africa, the Middle East and the Caucasus, Jake Borelli (Grey's Anatomy) plays a prince whose newfound weaving skills come in handier than he ever imagined.

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• 'The Golden Flask' | feat. Allison Strong

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  Jan 08 2019

  Allison Strong (The Week Of) headlines this Incan tale about a brave, magical journey to heal a prince and save a family. Download the coloring page that goes with this episode at wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages Subscribe to Circle Round at applepodcasts.com/circleround

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• Encore: 'Cow Wells and Cow Bells'

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  Jan 01 2019

  We're celebrating Billy Porter's 2019 Golden Globe nomination by bringing back this East African folktale that asks: "Is honesty always the best policy?"

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• Road Trip Reel: 'Family Ties'

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  Dec 24 2018

  To make your winter holidays even merrier and brighter, enjoy 90 minutes of your favorite Circle Round episodes about family! Stories include: "The Months of the Year," "Why The Ocean Is Salty," "100 Rooms," "The Lion’s Whisker,""Three Wishes" and "The Skylark."

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• 'The Dancing Goats' | feat. Raul Esparza

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  Dec 17 2018

  In this Galician folktale, Raul Esparza (Law and Order: SVU, Bojack Horseman, Ferdinand) stars as an aspiring musician who dreams of making the whole world dance. If you love this podcast, please consider supporting WBUR (where Circle Round is produced) by donating $5 or $10 a month. When you do, we'll send you the BRAND SPANKIN' NEW coloring book created by our fabulous illustrator Sabina Hahn. Learn more at: wbur.org/color

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• 'Wit and Wordplay' | feat. 'American Dad's' Rachael MacFarlane and Dee Bradley Baker

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  Dec 11 2018

  In this clever folktale with roots in the Middle East and Spain, Rachael MacFarlane (American Dad) and Dee Bradley Baker (American Dad) seek a soulmate whose mind is in tune with their own.

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• Circle Round Presents 'Earth Rangers!'

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  Dec 04 2018

  Winter is coming.... While we get out of hats and gloves, animals are making their own plans. A four month nap? Extra food? Flying south? Our friends at "Earth Rangers" get up close and personal with wildlife to learn more. .

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• 'Maya's Feathers' | feat. Vella Lovell

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  Nov 27 2018

  Vella Lovell (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, She-Ra and the Princesses of Power) stars as a young woman who learns the power of her words... and how you can't take the meaner ones back once they're out there.

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• Road Trip Reel: A Feast For Your Ears!

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  Nov 20 2018

  Whether you're traveling, cooking, or storing leftovers, get ready for scrumptious Thanksgiving listening with 90 minutes of your favorite Circle Round stories about food! Stories included: "Fiona and the Fairies," "When Fish Fly," "Dollars and Scents," "The Perfect Partnership," "A Taste of Honey," and "The Unwelcome Guest." To support Circle Round and receive our thank you gift of a coloring book, please visit wbur.org/color

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• 'The Unjust Justice' | feat. Jackie Tohn

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  Nov 13 2018

  Jackie Tohn (G.L.O.W.) stars as a clever grocer who teaches a dishonest judge the importance of being fair and trustworthy. Our *NEWEST* coloring book is available as a thank-you gift to donors. Support Circle Round today and help us keep the stories coming! More at wbur.org/color

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• 'Turtle Island' | feat. 'The Punies' and 'Earth Ranger Emma'

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  Nov 06 2018

  Circle Round partners with two fellow kids podcasts--'The Punies,' by Kobe Bryant and Canada's 'Earth Rangers,'-- to bring a First Nations folktale to life. Our *NEWEST* coloring book is available as a thank-you gift to donors. Support Circle Round today and help us keep the stories coming! More at wbur.org/color

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• Encore: 'The Rice Cakes And The Oni"

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  Oct 30 2018

  Tamlyn Tomita ("The Good Doctor") and Hudson Yang ("Fresh Off The Boat") star in this Japanese story about a mother and son team with a seriously good sense of humor. If you love this podcast, please consider supporting WBUR (where Circle Round is produced) by donating $5 or $10 a month. When you do, we'll send you the BRAND SPANKIN' NEW coloring book created by our fabulous illustrator Sabina Hahn. Learn more at: wbur.org/color

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• 'The Princess and the Egg' | feat. Amber Stevens West

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  Oct 23 2018

  Amber Stevens West ("Happy Together") stars as a globe-trotting princess who works hard to keep all of her promises. But in this story, the honest princess's commitment is tested in more ways than one! Make sure you subscribe to this podcast wherever you're listening! We hope you love what you're hearing. WBUR's Circle Round is a listener supported podcast. We rely on donations to keep writing, casting, composing, and entertaining. Donate today and as a thank you, you'll get "Circle Round Colors," our brand new (awesome) coloring book! More at: wbur.org/color ...more

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• Circle Round Presents 'Ear Snacks!'

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  Oct 16 2018

  Throughout the year, we’re sharing some of our favorite kids’ podcasts with you-- from science shows to storytelling to EAR SNACKS. (That’s the name of this week’s visiting podcast.) 'Ear Snacks' comes to us from sunny California, and is hosted by Andrew and Polly: an award-winning, singing and songwriting duo.

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• 'Armadillo’s Song' | feat. Gad Elmaleh

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  Oct 09 2018

  French comedian Gad Elmaleh stars in this episode about one little armadillo who doesn't let anyone discourage him from following his dreams. This lively Bolivian folktale tells the origin story of the "charango," a small Andean stringed instrument. Make sure you subscribe to this podcast wherever you're listening! We hope you love what you're hearing. WBUR's Circle Round is a listener supported podcast. We rely on donations to keep writing, casting, composing, and entertaining. Donate today and as a thank you, you'll get "Circle Round Colors," our brand new (awesome) coloring book! More at: wbur.org/color ...more

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• 'Fiona and the Fairies' | feat. Selenis Leyva

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  Oct 02 2018

  Selenis Leyva ("Orange is the New Black," "Maniacs") stars as a clever baker in this retelling of Scottish folktale about the power of a little "please" and "thank you." Make sure you subscribe to this podcast wherever you're listening! We hope you love what you're hearing. WBUR's Circle Round is a listener supported podcast. We rely on donations to keep writing, casting, composing, and entertaining. Donate today and as a thank you, you'll get "Circle Round Colors," our brand new (awesome) coloring book! More at: wbur.org/color ...more

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• 'The Tug of War' | feat. Quvenzhane Wallis

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  Sep 25 2018

  Does bigger always mean stronger? Oscar nominee & children's author Quvenzhane Wallis (Beasts of the Southern Wild, Annie) stars in this East African folktale. Make sure you subscribe to this podcast wherever you're listening! We hope you love what you're hearing. WBUR's Circle Round is a listener supported podcast. We rely on donations to keep writing, casting, composing, and entertaining. Donate today and as a thank you, you'll get "Circle Round Colors," our brand new (awesome) coloring book! More at: wbur.org/color ...more

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• 'Dollars and Scents' | feat. Derek Klena and Max Casella

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  Sep 18 2018

  Our noses can detect nearly a trillion different scents. When the main character in our story smells just a handful of them he winds up in quite a mess! Derek Klena ("Anastasia," "Wicked,") and Max Casella ("The Lion King," "Music Man") co-star in this global folktale. Make sure you subscribe to this podcast wherever you're listening! We hope you love what you're hearing. WBUR's Circle Round is a listener supported podcast. We rely on donations to keep writing, casting, composing, and entertaining. Donate today and as a thank you, you'll get "Circle Round Colors," our brand new (awesome) coloring book! More at: wbur.org/color ...more

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• '100 Rooms' | feat. Ed Asner

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  Sep 11 2018

  Ed Asner ("Up," "Mary Tyler Moore Show") stars in a British folktale about a father who challenges his young daughters to solve a tricky challenge by thinking outside the box. Make sure you subscribe to this podcast wherever you're listening! We hope you love what you're hearing. WBUR's Circle Round is a listener supported podcast. We rely on donations to keep writing, casting, composing, and entertaining. Donate today and as a thank you, you'll get "Circle Round Colors," our brand new (awesome) coloring book! More at: wbur.org/color ...more

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• 'When Fish Fly' | feat. HGTV's 'The Cousins:' John Colaneri and Anthony Carrino

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  Sep 04 2018

  John Colaneri and Anthony Carrino (HGTV’s “Cousins on Call) co-star in this story about a man who gets a very tricky lesson about the dangers of gossip.

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• Kids Listen Road Trip Mixtape

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  Aug 24 2018

  We've teamed up with some of the best kids podcasts out there to bring you our final summer bonus episode, the Kids Listen Road Trip Mixtape. Perfect for your end-of-summer road trip spectacular!

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• Encore: 'Sadko And The Sea'

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  Aug 21 2018

  Max Greenfield ("The Neighborhood," "New Girl") stars in this Russian folktale about the power of music. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• The Mega Awesome Super Huge Wicked Fun Podcast Playdate

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  Aug 14 2018

  In this special episode, we team up with some of our pals for an awesome mash-up of fun! Featuring Circle Round, Wow In The World, Story Pirates, Brains On, But Why, and Eleanor Amplified. 

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• Encore: 'The Owner Of The Sun'

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  Aug 06 2018

  YouTuber and comedian Joanna Hausmann stars in a Venezuelan folktale about an enterprising young girl and her quest to free the sun. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'Cow Wells And Cow Bells' | feat. Billy Porter and Joshua Boone

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  Jul 31 2018

  Greed. Deception. Adorable baby cows. Billy Porter ("Pose") and Joshua Boone ("Seven Seconds") star in this East African folktale that asks: "is honesty always the best policy?"

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• 'The Unwelcome Guest' | feat. Richard Kind

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  Jul 24 2018

  Richard Kind ("Inside Out") stars in this Middle Eastern folktale about a clever man who teaches his village a thing or two about the dangers of judging a book by its cover.

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• 'The King And The Cobbler' | feat. Keith David and James Naughton

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  Jul 17 2018

  When the most powerful person in the land has never relied on himself, trouble ensues! Keith David ("Greenleaf") and James Naughton ("The Blacklist," "Our Town") co-star in a folktale that claims many homes--from Afghanistan to Greece.

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• 'The Months Of The Year' | feat. Ailsa Chang and Joshua Rush

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  Jul 10 2018

  What would it be like to experience the months of the year--out of order? Joshua Rush ("Andi Mack") and Ailsa Chang (NPR) co-star in this story which has its origins in Russia, Greece, and the Czech Republic. To download the free coloring page for this story, visit: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• Encore: 'The Woman Who Lived In A Vinegar Bottle' feat. Sela Ward

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  Jul 02 2018

  Sela Ward ("Graves," "Independence Day") stars in a traditional English tale about a woman who can't seem to find home sweet home. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'The Skylark' | feat. Miriam Shor

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  Jun 25 2018

  Miriam Shor ("Younger," "The Americans,") stars in this Portuguese folktale about a feathered creature who gives a young, inpatient man a lesson he'll never forget.

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• 'The Perfect Partnership' | Feat. Joshua Johnson and Sam Sanders

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  Jun 19 2018

  Being a good partner is all about give and take. But in today’s story, Sam Sanders (NPR) and Joshua Johnson (WAMU) co-star in a Ghanaian story about one man who's far more interested in the taking.

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• 'The Friendship Orchard' | feat. Susan Stamberg and Linda Wertheimer

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  Jun 12 2018

  NPR's own Linda Wertheimer and Susan Stamberg co-star in a Kazakh folktale about lifelong friends whose bond is tested by the unexpected discovery of big treasure. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'A Taste Of Honey' | feat. Hannah Simone

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  Jun 05 2018

  Hannah Simone ("New Girl") stars alongside her real-life father Naren Simone in a South Asian tale about the power of self-reliance. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• Encore: 'It Could Always Get Worse' | feat. Jason Alexander

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  May 29 2018

  Whether we’re 3 or 93, we all love a good story. Jason Alexander ("Seinfeld") stars in this classic Yiddish folktale. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• Two Hour Road Trip Reel: 'The Animal Kingdom'

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  May 23 2018

  Have a very long road trip ahead? We've got you! This playlist features nearly two hours of your favorite Circle Round stories about our furry and feathered friends. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 90 Minute Road Trip Reel: 'Casting A Spell'

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  May 23 2018

  We just made your road trips so much better. This 90 minute playlist features your favorite Circle Round stories about magic including "The Hat, The Horn, and the Purse," "The Rice Cakes and The Oni," "The Magic Cloth," and "The Barber's Secret." To print out the coloring pages associated with these stories, visit wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• One Hour Road Trip Reel: 'Playing By Ear'

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  May 23 2018

  Buckle your seat belt for a spectacular ride! This 60 minute playlist features your favorite Circle Round stories about music including "The Drum," "Sadko and the Sea," and "The Piper and the Pooka." Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• Encore: 'The Lion's Whisker' | feat. Marsai Martin and Miles Brown

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  May 22 2018

  Marsai Martin ("Black-ish"), Miles Brown ("Black-ish"), and NPR's own Ofeibia Quist-Arcton star in this story about a brother and a sister who are prepared to do just about anything in order to get along. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• Encore: 'The Shepherd's Disguise' | feat. Tony Hale

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  May 15 2018

  Tony Hale ("Veep," "Arrested Development") stars in a German folktale about a royal advisor whose dishonesty gets him into a royal mess. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• Encore: 'Stella And The Dragon' | feat. Kathryn Hahn

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  May 08 2018

  Kathryn Hahn ("Bad Moms") stars in the encore presentation of a Romanian folktale where a clever mother does her best to outwit a powerful dragon. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• Encore: 'Why The Ocean Is Salty' | feat. Lou Diamond Phillips, Jon Jon Briones

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  May 01 2018

  Lou Diamond Phillips ("Longmire," "33") and Jon Jon Briones ("The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story") star in the classic Filipino folktale "Why The Ocean is Salty." Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'The Lamb With The Golden Fleece' | feat. Kathleen Chalfant

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  Apr 24 2018

  In our season finale, Tony-nominated actor Kathleen Chalfant ("The Affair," "House of Cards") stars in an Iraqi tale about three friends whose love of storytelling changes their entire future. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'The Piper And The Pooka' | feat. Damian McGinty

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  Apr 17 2018

  Damian McGinty ("Glee," "Celtic Thunder") tells the story of a musician with a serious case of butterflies until he finds himself performing for a very special -- and magical -- audience. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'Ashes for Sale' | feat. Cheyenne Jackson, Patch Darragh

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  Apr 10 2018

  Cheyenne Jackson ("American Horror Story," "Glee") and Patch Darragh ("Everything Sucks") star in a folktale about two friends, generosity, and the power of a pile of ashes. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• Encore: 'The Barber's Secret' | feat. Noah Schnapp

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  Apr 03 2018

  Noah Schnapp ("Stranger Things") stars in a story about a prince, a barber, and a secret that was impossible to keep. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'Maushop And Grandfather Sun' | feat. Wes Studi

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  Mar 27 2018

  Wes Studi ("Penny Dreadful," "Dances With Wolves") stars as the Wampanoag mythical figure 'Maushop,' a kind, gentle giant who tries to convince the sun to come back home. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'The Hat, The Horn, And The Purse' | feat. Bobby Moynihan

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  Mar 20 2018

  Bobby Moynihan ("Duck Tales," "SNL") stars in an Italian folktale about a father who gives seemingly simple gifts to his three sons. But they is more to these family heirloomsl than meets the eye. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'Three Wishes' | feat. Patrick and Mandy Fabian

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  Mar 13 2018

  Patrick Fabian ("Better Call Saul") and Mandy Fabian ("Dropping The Soap") star in a story about a husband and wife whose generosity leads them to an unexpected challenge. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'Share and Share Alike' | feat. Tiffany Boone and Glynn Washington

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  Mar 06 2018

  Tiffany Boone ("The Chi") and Glynn Washington ("Snap Judgement") star in a classic folktale about a lazy bear who isn't big on sharing--until he meets a clever rabbit that teaches him a thing or two. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'The Drum' | feat. Shankar Vedantam

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  Feb 27 2018

  Shankar Vedantam (NPR's "Hidden Brain") retells an Indian folktale about a young girl whose generous heart takes her on a surprising adventure. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• How Do Our Brains Process Stories?: 'BrainsOn!' Has Some Answers!

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  Feb 19 2018

  How do our brains process the stories we hear? What happens when we are introduced to new characters? Our friends from the podcast "Brains On!" help us figure it out!

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• 'The Magic Cloth' | feat. Kelly Hu and Albert Tsai

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  Feb 13 2018

  Kelly Hu ("Dietland") and Albert Tsai ("Dr Ken," "9JKL") star in a Chinese folktale about a mother, her three sons, and a very special magic cloth. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'What Am I Hearing?' | feat. Composer Eric Shimelonis

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  Feb 06 2018

  Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• Sadko And The Sea | feat. Max Greenfield

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  Jan 30 2018

  Max Greenfield ("The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story") stars in this Russian folktale about the power of music. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'The Goat in the Garden' | feat. 'Car Talk's' Ray Magliozzi

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  Jan 23 2018

  Ray Magliozzi ("Car Talk") reminds us that heroes come in all shapes--and sizes. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• "The Forbidden Knot" | feat. Mel Rodriguez

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  Jan 16 2018

  Adapted from the original Estonian folktale, Mel Rodriguez ("Last Man On Earth" "Philip K. Dick's Electric Dreams") stars in a story about a fisherman who learns how important it is to keep your word. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• Bonus Episode: 'But Why' Takes Your Questions

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  Jan 09 2018

  In this Bonus Episode from our friends at "But Why," we reveal who in the world created cake!

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• 'Latchkey Stew' | feat. Jurnee Smollett-Bell

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  Jan 02 2018

  Jurnee Smollett-Bell ("Underground," "Friday Night Lights,") stars in this classic tale about a young girl who teaches a group of neighbors what it means to really share. Find your free coloring page for this episode at: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'The Answer You Seek' | feat. Ari Shapiro and Wade Goodwyn

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  Dec 26 2017

  NPR's own Ari Shapiro and Wade Goodwyn star in a Thai folktale that explores the power and universality of empathy. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'The Magpie With Salt On Her Tail' | feat. Rachael Harris and Taran Kilam

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  Dec 19 2017

  Rachael Harris ("Lucifer," "Suits") and Taran Killam ("Nature Cat," "Killing Gunther") star in a classic Swedish tale about a little boy who learns that--with a little hard work--dreams can come true. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'The Shepherd's Disguise' | feat. Tony Hale

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  Dec 12 2017

  Tony Hale ("Veep," "Arrested Development") stars in a German folktale about a royal advisor whose dishonesty gets him into a royal mess. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'Clever Manka' | feat. Bridget Moynahan

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  Dec 05 2017

  Bridget Moynahan ("Blue Bloods") re-tells this Czech folktale about a clever young woman who uses her intelligence to win the hearts of her town. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'Onions And Garlic'

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  Nov 27 2017

  The second installment from our live performance at the Boston Jewish Film Festival. In this old Jewish folktale, we tell a story about spicy, flavorful onions... but we promise it won’t make you cry. If anything you’ll laugh and laugh. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'Princess In The Mirror'

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  Nov 21 2017

  Live from the Boston Jewish Film Festival! In this Israeli folktale, an adventurous princess learns that the greatest lessons may not be learned in far flung lands but rather--right at home. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'Thunder and Lightning' | feat. Yetide Badaki and Dayo Okeniyi

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  Nov 14 2017

  Yetide Badaki ("American Gods") and Dayo Okeniyi ("Shades of Blue") star in this Nigerian folktale about thunder and lightning and how they found their home in the sky. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'The Lion's Whisker' | feat. Marsai Martin and Miles Brown

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  Nov 07 2017

  Marsai Martin ("Black-ish"), Miles Brown ("Black-ish"), and NPR's own Ofeibia Quist-Arcton star in this story about a brother and a sister who are prepared to do just about anything in order to get along. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'The Woman Who Lived In A Vinegar Bottle' | feat. Sela Ward

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  Oct 31 2017

  Sela Ward ("Graves," "Independence Day") stars in a traditional English tale about a woman who can't seem to find home sweet home. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• 'The Owner Of The Sun' | feat. Joanna Hausmann

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  Oct 24 2017

  YouTuber and comedian Joanna Hausmann stars in a Venezuelan folktale about an enterprising young girl and her quest to free the sun. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages

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• A Few More Podcasts For Kids And Their Grown-Ups

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  Oct 19 2017

  Do you love science? Mystery? Adventure? You can bet there's a Kidcast for it! This bonus episode introduces you to some of our favorites.

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