The Forgotten Origins Podcast

Oct 30 2021 20 ep. 11 mins 38

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Join me as I look into the truth behind some of our best loved children's stories.
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Episode 20: Dick Turpin

Oct 30 2021 16 mins

This week we're marking halloween, as I delve into the history of the worlds most notorious highwayman. I move past the romantic facade to uncover the truth behind this famous Victorian rogue. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 19: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

Oct 22 2021 17 mins

This week we're getting into the halloween spirit, with the history of the Headless Horseman. This American ghost story dates back thousands of years and has variations all over the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 18: The Elves and the Shoemaker

Oct 15 2021 13 mins

Elves have been part of storytelling for centuries, from the Vikings to Father Christmas, from Shakespeare to Disney. But why? What makes these mischievous beings so appealing? Join me as I delve into this weeks adorable fairytale and the origins of our favourite mythical creatures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 17: The Frog Prince

Oct 06 2021 11 mins

In this week's episode I look into the intriguing history of 'The Frog Prince', a fairytale that dates back to the 13th century. Not only does the original fairytale have a rich back story, but Disney's re-invention of the tale was based on a real woman from New Orleans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 16: Beauty and the Beast

Sep 22 2021 11 mins

We all know this Disney classic: beautiful, intelligent girl is trapped in a castle by a huge beast who turns out to be a handsome prince (yawn).......But what if I told you it was based on real people? I know, I was shocked too! Join me as I go back in time to discover the truth behind Beauty and the Beast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 15: The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Sep 16 2021 12 mins

How did a graphic novel intended for adults inspire one of Disney's most successful films? And how did Victor Hugo's masterpiece save a famous monument from being modernised in the 19th century? I discuss all this and more in this weeks podcast all about The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 14: Tom Thumb

Sep 07 2021 14 mins

This week I delve into the origins of England's oldest fairytale, and the story that inspired the stage name of the first global celebrity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 13: Jack and The Beanstalk

Aug 25 2021 11 mins

So this fairytale even pre-dates the Bible! Join me as I explore how this story changes with the times, as it moves around the world orally and is then published for the first time in 1734. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 12: The Three Little Pigs and Goldilocks and the Three Bears

Aug 19 2021 12 mins

It's a double whammy this week, as I explore the world of famous fables. Both these tales centre around the rule of three and have an unusual original version. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 11: The Pied Piper of Hamelin

Aug 11 2021 10 mins

There are few fairytales that don't have a happy ending, but we've managed to find one! One of the most sinister stories we tell our children at bedtime, The Pied Piper has a long and intriguing backstory. Join me as I explore the theories behind this mysterious tragedy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.