Feminist Fairytales

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Feminist Fairytales is an anthology audio drama that reimagines the genre of fairytales through a feminist lens. Join Jennie and Madeleine as they journey into fantastical intersectional tales. Infuse your day with mystery, mirth, and a new view of what's possible. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @FeministForest.

12/12/2025

Holiday Special Episode: Specter

Hope has spent many years wandering the halls of The Library of Souls, indulging in her unfortunate habit of altering the books to make them “safer,” freezing the characters before the tale can begin. But when Hope gets sucked into a long-forgotten story, she discovers the unintended consequences of her edits. Join us in our first holiday tale as we explore self-trust, real empathy, and facing the things that haunt us. Tales We Twisted: Donkeyskin (France, 1695), Little Red Riding Hood (France, 1697), The Little Mermaid (Denmark, 1837), The Little Matchstick Girl (Denmark, 1837), Mother Goose Tales (France, 1697), and A Christmas Carol (England, 1843). Vocal Performance by Maria Corcobado Script by Madelyn Dorta and Madeleine Regina Directed by Madeleine Regina. Sound Design by Wray Van Winkle Feminist Fairytales is produced by Madeleine Regina, Wray Van Winkle, Jennie Grenelle, Madelyn Dorta, and Emma Love. Theme music composed and produced by Juliana Marin. This episode was made possible by the generous support of Rebecca Barry, whose support on Kickstarter helped us bring this tale to life! If you enjoy these stories, then consider supporting us on Patreon! You can also follow us on Instagram, Blue Sky, or Facebook! Episode Transcript here. The folks at Feminist Fairytales are taking a winter break, and we wish you good rest this season. We’ll see you back here in early February for our next tale, “Goldie Loch and the Bear Brothers Three”, right here in the forest of Feminist Fairytales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

32 min
11/28/2025

The Painted Jackal & The Plucky Duckling (Act 2)

After a year of searching, Chandani finally finds her dear friend Neela. Only... Neela doesn't seem to recognize her old companion. Chandani must find a way to convince Neela to leave the safety of her lies, and fight for the only real friendship either of them have ever known. Tales We Twisted: The Ugly Duckling (1843, Denmark) x The Blue Jackal (Date Unknown, India) Vocal Performances by Misha Bakshi, Tasmin Singh, Lushika Preethrajh, Chanisha Somatilaka, and Kiran Kumar Script by Rachel Lipetz Directed by Madelyn Dorta Sound Design by Rebecca Lynn Pronunciation guide by Ramita Lipetz Feminist Fairytales is produced by Madeleine Regina, Wray Van Winkle, Jennie Grenelle, Madelyn Dorta, and Emma Love. Theme music composed and produced by Juliana Marin. If you enjoy these stories, then consider supporting us on Patreon! You can also follow us on Instagram, Blue Sky, or Facebook! We’ll see you in two weeks for our Holiday Special Episode, “Specter”, right here in the forest of Feminist Fairytales. Episode Transcript here. “The Painted Jackal and The Plucky Duckling” is dedicated in loving memory to Rachel's Naani, Nimmi Kapur, who gave Rachel her first book of Indian fairytales, which included The Blue Jackal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

25 min
11/14/2025

Interlude + "The Painted Jackal & The Plucky Duckling" Act 1

While their own families treat them like outcasts, Neela the jackal and Chandani the duckling bond over their differences. But when Neela's plan to turn her fur blue and lose her misfit status goes awry, the new friends become separated and must navigate a treacherous forest on their own. Tales We Twisted: The Ugly Duckling (1843, Denmark) x The Blue Jackal (Date Unknown, India) Vocal Performances by Misha Bakshi, Tasmin Singh, Lushika Preethrajh, Chanisha Somatilaka, and Kiran Kumar Script by Rachel Lipetz Directed by Madelyn Dorta Sound Design by Rebecca Lynn Pronunciation guide by Ramita Lipetz Interlude performances by Emma Love, Wray Van Winkle, Connor Bushoven, Madelyn Dorta, Jennie Grenelle, and Madeleine Regina. Interlude scripts by Madeleine Regina, with Sound Design by Wray Van Winkle. Feminist Fairytales is produced by Madeleine Regina, Wray Van Winkle, Jennie Grenelle, Madelyn Dorta, and Emma Love. Theme music composed and produced by Juliana Marin. If you enjoy these stories, then consider supporting us on Patreon! You can also follow us on Instagram, Blue Sky, or Facebook! We’ll see you in two weeks for the second half of this twisted tale, right here in the forest of Feminist Fairytales. Episode Transcript here. “The Painted Jackal and The Plucky Duckling” is dedicated in loving memory to Rachel's Naani, Nimmi Kapur, who gave Rachel her first book of Indian fairytales, which included The Blue Jackal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

38 min
10/31/2025

Special Episode: STAR 1100.1

Wendy knows all too well that there are many reasons to stay awake when the rest of the world is asleep. She waits night after night, straight on till morning, giving adventure ample opportunity to come calling again. But what is passing her by while she worries about missing her chance? When a familiar shadow darkens her door, will the reunion be worth the wait? Tales We Twisted: The Shadow (1847) x Peter Pan (1904) Performances by Candace McAfee, Ariane Marchese, Melissa J. Lackie, and Brendan Edward Kennedy Script by Karen Li Directed by Madeleine Regina Sound Design by Wray Van Winkle Feminist Fairytales is produced by Madeleine Regina, Wray Van Winkle, Jennie Grenelle, Madelyn Dorta, and Emma Love. Theme music composed and produced by Juliana Marin. If you enjoy these stories, then consider supporting us on Patreon! You can also follow us on Instagram, Blue Sky, or Facebook! We’ll see you in two weeks for the next twisted tale in our season, “The Painted Jackal and The Plucky Duckling” by Rachel Lipetz. All happening right here, in the forest of Feminist Fairytales.Episode Transcript linked here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

48 min
10/17/2025

The Captive Maiden & The Wandering Knight (Act 2)

In the heart-stirring conclusion to The Captive Maiden and the Wandering Knight, Rapunzel and Silence are faced with a challenge: Can their love be enough to face the world, or will the cruelty of the Enchantress- and humanity- inevitably rip them apart? And what is this “personal connection” Dr. Marche mentioned before? Tales We Twisted: Rapunzel (a German fairytale) x Silence (a 700-year-old French epic fairytale) Vocal performances by Erika Sanderson, Elizabeth Plant, MJ Chestang, and Ren Alberg. Script by Virginia Spotts. Directed by Jennie Grenelle Sound Design by Wray Van Winkle. Musical Composition by Jesse Haugen Feminist Fairytales is produced by Madeleine Regina, Wray Van Winkle, Jennie Grenelle, Madelyn Dorta, and Emma Love. Theme music composed and produced by Juliana Marin. Thank you to our sponsors Joann and Eugene Bissell, who’s support on Kickstarter made this episode possible. Special thanks to our creative consultants, Ezra J. Wayne and navi. If you enjoy these stories, then consider supporting us on Patreon! You can also follow us on Instagram, Blue Sky, or Facebook! We’ll see you in two weeks for the first Special Episode in our season, “STAR 1100.1” by Karen Li. All happening right here, in the forest of Feminist Fairytales. Episode Transcript linked here. (Author’s Note: For an in-depth look at the tale of Silence, I would recommend the book Silence: A Thirteenth Century French Romance, translated by Sarah Roche-Mahdi.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

36 min
10/03/2025

Interlude + The Captive Maiden & The Wandering Knight (Act 1)

Dr. Edwina Marche and her assistant, Penelope Baker, sit in a rainy pub in 1960s England. Anticipating their return for Oxford’s final term of the year, Dr. Marche has suddenly announced her intent to scrap the established lesson plan and teach a brand new tale: the real story of Rapunzel… and Silence. Could this story of danger, magic, and romance truly be worth it? Tales We Twisted: Rapunzel (a German fairytale) x Silence (a 700-year-old French epic fairytale) Vocal performances by Erika Sanderson, Elizabeth Plant, MJ Chestang, Ren Alberg. Script by Virginia Spotts. Directed by Jennie Grenelle Sound Design by Wray Van Winkle. Musical Composition by Jesse Haugen Story Begins: Timestamp 3:50 Interlude performances by Emma Love, Wray Van Winkle, Connor Bushoven, Virginia Spotts, Madelyn Dorta, Jennie Grenelle, and Madeleine Regina. Interlude scripts by Madeleine Regina with sound design by Wray Van Winkle. Feminist Fairytales is produced by Madeleine Regina, Wray Van Winkle, Jennie Grenelle, Madelyn Dorta, and Emma Love. Theme music composed and produced by Juliana Marin. Thank you to our sponsors Joann and Eugene Bissell, who’s support on Kickstarter made this episode possible. And a special thank you to our creative consultants Ezra J. Wayne and navi. If you enjoy these stories, then consider supporting us on Patreon! You can also follow us on Instagram, Blue Sky, or Facebook! We’ll see you in two weeks for the second half of this twisted tale, right here in the forest of Feminist Fairytales. Episode Transcript linked here.(Author’s Note: For an in-depth look at the tale of Silence, I would recommend the book Silence: A Thirteenth Century French Romance, translated by Sarah Roche-Mahdi.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

36 min
09/19/2025

Season 3 Interlude Prologue

As Jennie and Madeleine enter the camp their mysterious rescuer brought them to, they are met with unexpected allies. As they learn more about the troubles of the forest, they discover that the webs of sickness and power are much more tangled than they knew. Can this world- and its precious stories- be saved, or will their pursuers leave them with no time but to run? Vocal Performances by Tatyana Ridgeway, Ingrid Bork, Connor Bushoven, Madelyn Dorta, Andrew Quilpa, Mike Martinez, Lushika Preethrajh, Emma Love, Jennie Grenelle, and Madeleine Regina. Interlude scripts by Madeleine Regina. Sound Design by Wray Van Winkle. New to our overarching story? Catch up with our Season 1 and Season 2 compilations- and see how we’ve been hopping into these tales! Feminist Fairytales is produced by Madeleine Regina, Wray Van Winkle, Jennie Grenelle, Madelyn Dorta, and Emma Love. Theme music composed and produced by Juliana Marin. If you enjoy these stories, then consider supporting us on Patreon, where you can get early access to our episodes and bonus content! You can also follow us on Instagram, Blue Sky, or Facebook! We’ll see you in two weeks for the first twisted tale in our season, “The Captive Maiden and The Wandering Knight” by Virginia Spotts, right here in the forest of Feminist Fairytales. Episode Transcript linked here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

15 min
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Season 3: Tales Twisted Trailer

Season 3: Tales Twisted is launching on September 19th!!! Mark your calendars and scrolls, and get ready for some magic as Jennie and Madeleine journey into another set of tales, this time with a twist. Each story this season features two or more classic fairy tales that have been woven together. And it all begins with the launch of our Prologue Episode on September 19th. Stay on this wavelength friends of the forest! Feminist Fairytales is produced by Madeleine Regina, Jennie Grenelle, Wray Van Winkle, Madelyn Dorta, and Emma Love. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Lina is sooo cool. I want more!

06/27/2022

Hoss07

A Latina Thumbelina is freaking cool. I need more. I wish there would be a spin off where we could hear all about Lina’s and even Corey’s adventures. The writing through the whole series is so good. So is the production. Keep up the good work! I’ve been following Madelyn Dorta’s work for a while now and I am always so impressed by her. So talented. I was so excited to see that her play was up first and wasn’t disappointed. Lina is amazing!
Intriguing and witty versions of fairytales

03/17/2022

Sus787

TLDR: I absolutely LOVE hearing each of these episodes, especially when the fairytale heroines triumph by following their own paths. This podcast is usually in my ears while I’m cleaning or on a walk, and it really does a wonderful job of immersing you in the story. Beyond the hilarious dialogues, the background noises alone do so much to transport the listener into each of the stories. The voice actors are incredibly talented for bringing the story to light, and all the script creates characters who work well together. Each tale highlights how these age-old stories do not have to stay stagnant and instead can provide opportunities to support women. For example, the story based on Hansel and Gretel was such a beautiful tale of acceptance it brought me to tears. Overall, each episode/story is just as well done as the next! Keep up the great work :)
Amazing so far!

11/20/2021

commallama26

I can’t wait to hear the second half of Lina and the other stories when they come out!! :)
Amazing

11/18/2021

leapinglemming

Loving this so far, can’t wait for more!

Feminist Fairytales is an anthology audio drama that reimagines the genre of fairytales through a feminist lens. Join Jennie and Madeleine as they journey into fantastical intersectional tales. Infuse your day with mystery, mirth, and a new view of what's possible. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @FeministForest.