The Forgotten Origins Podcast That's Not Canon Productions
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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
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.
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Episode 19: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
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.
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Episode 18: The Elves and the Shoemaker
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.
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Episode 17: The Frog Prince
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.
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Episode 16: Beauty and the Beast
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.
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Episode 15: The Hunchback of Notre Dame
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.
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Customer Reviews
Informative and fun!
I love that these are bite sized stories with a touch of horror but based in history and legend. Each one gets better!