Feminist Fairytales

Interlude + The Captive Maiden & The Wandering Knight (Act 1) Oct 03, 2025

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.

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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.)

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Season 3 Interlude Prologue Sep 19, 2025

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.

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Season 3: Tales Twisted Trailer Sep 05, 2025

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.

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Season 3 Kickstarter FULLY FUNDED! Aug 30, 2024

Season 3 has officially been FULLY FUNDED on Kickstarter!

We will be hard at work bringing a new set of stories to life, so stay tuned for more info.

We will see you soon in the forest of Feminist Fairytales!

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Kickstarter Announcement- 32 Days Left! Jul 26, 2024

We are 45% funded on Kickstarter!!! Thank you so much for helping us get this far, we are so grateful for this community! Please share our campaign far and wide, and consider donating if you're able!

Kickstarter Link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/958182445/feminist-fairytales-podcast-season-3

With gratitude,

The Team at Feminist Fairytales

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Season 3 Kickstarter: WE ARE LIVE! Jun 28, 2024

Our Season 3 Kickstarter is now LIVE!!!!!! Please consider supporting either by donating or sharing with folks you know!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/958182445/feminist-fairytales-podcast-season-3

Thank you so much, and see you soon in the forest of Feminist Fairytales!

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Bonus Episode: Season 2 Interlude Compilation Jun 14, 2024

Bonus Episode! Hear the twists and turns of Jennie and Madeleine's journey as they travel through our Season 2 stories.

Our Kickstarter for Season 3 is launching June 28th, 2024! Stay on this wavelength for more info soon!

Performances by Tatyana Ridgeway, Madeleine Regina, Jennie Grenelle, Andrew Quilpa, navi, and Ingrid Bork.

Scripts 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.

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Bonus Episode: Season 1 Interlude Compilation May 31, 2024

Bonus Episode! Travel back to where it all began, when Jennie and Madeleine first entered the Library.

Performances by Tatyana Ridgeway, Madeleine Regina, and Jennie Grenelle.

Scripts by Madeleine Regina.

Sound Design by Emma Love.

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.

Our Kickstarter for Season 3 is launching June 28th, 2024! Stay on this wavelength for more info soon!

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Season 2 Interlude Epilogue May 17, 2024

After learning that Jennie can perform Bard's magic, and with a wraith on their tail, help comes from unlikely places as our story-jumping duo search for safety. But who can Jennie and Madeleine trust in a forest teeming with the Haze?

Episode performed by Connor Bushoven, Navi, Ingrid Bork, Jennie Grenelle and Madeleine Regina.

Script 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.

We hope you’ve enjoyed listening to our second season. We are so grateful for the opportunity to work with incredible artists all over the globe, and to share new tales with you. We have a Season 3 Kickstarter announcement coming soon so stay tuned!!!

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Shaman (Act 2) May 03, 2024

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains sensitive material that may not be suitable for all audiences, including themes relating to refugee affairs and abortion. Listener discretion is advised.

Suab, a Hmong shaman from Southeast China, finds spiritual asylum in the graces of Guanyin after being pursued by mysterious spirits. Guanyin is willing to listen and see what has caused such suffering to the shaman's state...but the more she inquires of the shaman's past, the more her unconditional compassion and mercy wavers. Why has Suab fled her country? From what exactly is she trying to escape from? How may a Goddess find empathy in the conflicting values of a modern world?

Episode performed by Chloe Ong, Ryako, Karen Li, Deanna Halls, Breanna Pearl, Calista Wong, and Andrew Quilpa

Directed by Angela Yih

Episode script by Elizabeth Ung

Sound Design and Musical Composition by Ryako

Dramaturgy by Navi

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.

A special thank you to our Kickstarter supporter Rebecca Barry, the fairy godparent who made this episode possible with her generous donation.

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Interlude + Shaman (Act 1) Apr 19, 2024

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains sensitive material that may not be suitable for all audiences, including themes relating to refugee affairs and abortion. Listener discretion is advised.

Suab, a Hmong shaman from Southeast China, finds spiritual asylum in the graces of Guanyin after being pursued by mysterious spirits. Guanyin is willing to listen and see what has caused such suffering to the shaman's state...but the more she inquires of the shaman's past, the more her unconditional compassion and mercy wavers. Why has Suab fled her country? From what exactly is she trying to escape from? How may a Goddess find empathy in the conflicting values of a modern world?

This episode was performed by Chloe Ong, Ryako, Karen Li, Deanna Halls, Breanna Pearl, Calista Wong, and Andrew Quilpa

Episode script by Elizabeth Ung

Dramaturgy by Navi

Sound Design and Musical Composition by Ryako

Directed by Angela Yih

Interlude performed by Jennie Grenelle, Madeleine Regina, and Connor Bushoven.

Interlude scripts by Madeleine Regina.

Interlude 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.

A special thank you to our kickstarter supporter Rebecca Barry, the fairygodparent who made this episode possible with her generous donation.

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The Bell Witch (Act 2) Apr 05, 2024

Hidden in the woods of Tennessee, Kate lives as a spirit, unable to be seen or heard. In the nearby town, Elizabeth leads a sheltered life, stifled by the evangelical expectations of her family. After a fateful meeting, the girls find a friend and confidante in each other. Together, these star-crossed companions have a chance to break free from their oppressive existences and discover who they truly are.

This episode was performed by Virginia Spotts, Lev Rodriguez Shivers, Melissa J. Lackie, Connor Bushoven, and George Hoctor

Episode script by Brooke-Erin Smith

Sound Design by Wray Van Winkle

Directed by Jennie Grenelle

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.

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Interlude + The Bell Witch (Act 1) Mar 22, 2024

Hidden in the woods of Tennessee, Kate lives as a spirit, unable to be seen or heard. In the nearby town, Elizabeth leads a sheltered life, stifled by the evangelical expectations of her family. After a fateful meeting, the girls find a friend and confidante in each other. Together, these star-crossed companions have a chance to break free from their oppressive existences and discover who they truly are.

This episode was performed by Virginia Spotts, Lev Rodriguez Shivers, Melissa J. Lackie, and Connor Bushoven

Episode script by Brooke-Erin Smith

Sound Design by Wray Van Winkle

Directed by Jennie Grenelle

Interlude performed by Jennie Grenelle, and Madeleine Regina.

Interlude scripts by Madeleine Regina.

Interlude 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.

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Special Episode: The Princess Who Never Smiled Mar 08, 2024

Ever since Princess Atreya was released from the tower where she spent her adolescence, all anyone ever does is tell her to smile. Everyone knows Atreya has no sense of humor––or does she? Baffled by expectations that she should behave coquettishly for the delight of suitors she doesn’t find amusing, Atreya is maligned as a shrew and blamed for the kingdom’s misfortunes. The king offers Atreya’s fair hand to any man who can make her laugh. Which might be a problem for a rebellious princess who doesn't think these lame dudes are funny...

This episode was performed by Rebecca Tanwen

Episode script by Kari Zander

Sound Design by Emma Love

Co-Directed by Madeleine Regina and Emma Love

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.

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El Cadejo (Act 2) Feb 23, 2024

A third brutal mauling sends ripples of fear, skepticism, and curiosity through the inhabitants of a small town in South Florida — although none of Val's classmates at Sweetcrest County College seem to be taking it seriously. Despite the warnings, Val's friends convince her to go to a party that's being thrown off campus where Val learns that not all monsters are what they seem.

This episode was performed by Lena Garcia, Logan Fletcher, Tyanni Mah, Mystic Waterz, Carlos R. Rivera, and Aja Rhianna

Episode script by Nicole Martinez

Sound Design by Patrick Mullen

Directed by Madelyn Dorta

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.

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Interlude + El Cadejo (Act 1) Feb 09, 2024

A third brutal mauling sends ripples of fear, skepticism, and curiosity through the inhabitants of a small town in South Florida — although none of Val's classmates at Sweetcrest County College seem to be taking it seriously. Despite the warnings, Val's friends convince her to go to a party that's being thrown off campus where Val learns that not all monsters are what they seem.

This episode was performed by Lena Garcia, Logan Fletcher, Tyanni Mah, Mystic Waterz, and Carlos R. Rivera

Episode script by Nicole Martinez

Sound Design by Patrick Mullen

Directed by Madelyn Dorta

Interlude performed by Andrew Quilpa, Jennie Grenelle, and Madeleine Regina.

Interlude scripts by Madeleine Regina.

Interlude 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.

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Special Episode: Godmother Death Jan 26, 2024

When a dying woman asks Lady Death to be the godmother of her child, she inadvertently ties her daughter’s life to Death. The girl has a role now to play in maintaining the balance of the universe. But when faced with such power, will she take accountability for the lives she is responsible for or will Lady Death need to step in?

This episode was performed by Bonnie Calderwood Aspinwall.

Episode script by Sabrina Rose Bivens

Sound Design by Rebecca Lynn

Directed by Madeleine Regina

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.

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Holiday Break Notice! Dec 22, 2023

The folks at Feminist Fairytales are taking a short break for the holiday season.

Thank you all so much for an incredible year, we can't wait to keep the magic going in 2024!

Stay tuned for our next story, launching in January!

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The Selkie and The Swan Maiden (Act 2) Dec 08, 2023

Rain is a selkie who loves to dance. Winter is a swan maiden who hates their feather gown. Neither of them feel quite at home in their skins, but when they cross paths one fateful night, Winter sees an opportunity to escape his fate—by stealing Rain's sealskin. Will they both find a happy ending before sunrise?

This episode was performed by Lily Yasuda, Psalm Morant, Caroline Orejuela, Chloe Mei-li Bundt, and Axandre Oge.

Episode script by Socks Whitmore

Sound Design by Nikko Goldstein

Music composed by Trace Callahan

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.

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Interlude + The Selkie and The Swan Maiden (Act 1) Nov 24, 2023

Rain is a selkie who loves to dance. Winter is a swan maiden who hates their feather gown. Neither of them feel quite at home in their skins, but when they cross paths one fateful night, Winter sees an opportunity to escape his fate—by stealing Rain's sealskin. Will they both find a happy ending before sunrise?

This episode was performed by Lily Yasuda, Psalm Morant, Caroline Orejuela, Chloe Mei-li Bundt, and Axandre Oge.

Episode script by Socks Whitmore

Sound Design by Nikko Goldstein

Music composed by Trace Callahan

Interlude performed by Andrew Quilpa, Jennie Grenelle, and Madeleine Regina.

Interlude scripts by Madeleine Regina.

Interlude 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.

"hissing swan animal field recording" element created by Garuda1982 (https://freesound.org/people/Garuda1982/), Licensed under Creative Commons (CC 4.0: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

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When Given Dominion: A Golem Tale (Act 2) Nov 10, 2023

Content Warning: This episode contains loud sounds, screams and choking sounds, and death. Listener discretion is advised.

Shunned by her village for her mysterious illness, Hannah believes her life is nothing more than a morbid waiting game...or is there yet hope? When an exiled doctor offers her a magical cure, Hannah is confronted with an impossible choice. If her salvation comes at great expense, can Hannah live with the cost?

This episode was performed by Moira Todd, Max Herzfeld, and Claudia Zajic.

Episode script by Rachel Leighson

Sound Design by Kristina Manente

Thank you to our Cultural Consultants Kenzy Hinkel and Cantor Josh c Perlman.

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.

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Interlude + When Given Dominion: A Golem Tale (Act 1) Oct 27, 2023

Content Warning: please note this episode contains depictions of terminal illness in a minor

Shunned by her village for her mysterious illness, Hannah believes her life is nothing more than a morbid waiting game...or is there yet hope?

Episode performed by Moira Todd, Max Herzfeld, Roberta Jackson, and Claudia Zajic.

Episode script by Rachel Leighson

Sound Design by Kristina Manente

Thank you to our Cultural Consultants Kenzy Hinkel and Cantor Josh c Perlman.

Interlude performed by Andrew Quilpa, Jennie Grenelle, and Madeleine Regina.

Interlude scripts by Madeleine Regina.

Interlude 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.

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Shakunthalai in the Forest (Act 2) Oct 13, 2023

Shakunthalai's life in the forest achiramam is full of all the love she needs, or so she thinks until she meets King Dushyanthan. Their connection is undeniable. As a ruler, his first priority must be his country—but after leaving her beloved forest to be with him, is it too much to expect him to sacrifice a little? All she wants is a new home with those she loves. If he won't compromise, can she find the strength to create her own?

This episode was performed by Ishani Kanetkar, Vedant Sharma, Krishi Korrapati, Kiran Kumar, and Chanisha Somatilaka.

Episode script by Tehnuka

Sound Design by Navi

Veenai instrumental performance by Raghavendra Batni

Feminist Fairytales is produced by Madeleine Regina, Wray Van Winkle, Jennie Grenelle, Madelyn Dort, and Emma Love.

Theme music composed and produced by Juliana Marin.

A special thank you to our kickstarter supporter Kinheart Studios, the fairygodparents who made this episode possible with their generous donation.

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Interlude + Shakunthalai in the Forest (Act 1) Sep 29, 2023

Shakunthalai's life in the forest achiramam is full of all the love she needs, or so she thinks until she meets King Dushyanthan. Their connection is undeniable. As a ruler, his first priority must be his country—but after leaving her beloved forest to be with him, is it too much to expect him to sacrifice a little? All she wants is a new home with those she loves. If he won't compromise, can she find the strength to create her own?

This episode was performed by Ishani Kanetkar, Vedant Sharma, Krishi Korrapati, Kiran Kumar, Chanisha Somatilaka, and Havish Ravipati.

Episode script by Tehnuka

Sound Design by Navi.

Veenai instrumental performance by Raghavendra Batni

Interlude performed by Andrew Quilpa, Jennie Grenelle, and Madeleine Regina.

Interlude script by Madeleine Regina.

Interlude 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.

A special thank you to our kickstarter supporter Kinheart Studios, the fairygodparents who made this episode possible with their generous donation.

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Season 2 Interlude Prologue Sep 15, 2023

When Madeleine and Jennie get their first glimpse of the forest, they realize something is very wrong.

Episode performed by Tatyana Ridgeway, Jennie Grenelle, and Madeleine Regina.

Interlude scripts 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.

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Season 2: Tales Untold Trailer Aug 25, 2023

Season 2 of Feminist Fairytales will be airing this September! We cannot wait to share new stories with you all, so stay on this wavelength.

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Interlude Epilogue: The Forest Jun 29, 2022

Jennie and Madeleine hit a dead end in the library. What will happen when they are confronted by a hoard of beasts bent on destroying them?

This is our final episode in Season 1, thank you so much for listening! If you've enjoyed your time with Feminist Fairytales and would like to support this work, keep an eye out on our social media for our Season 2 Kickstarter!

Stay curious, stay creative, and see you next time in the forest of Feminist Fairytales!

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The Serpent Queen (Act 2) Jun 03, 2022

Part 2 of 2

When a young woman meets a serpent by the banks of a river, her view of what’s possible in life begins to change. Can she dare to dream, or is it too dangerous for her to want to be more than a cabbage farmer’s daughter? Will she risk all she has ever known for a dream?

Episode Performed by Moira Todd, Shakira Searle and Derrick Davis

Written by Francesca Pazniokas

Sound by Wray Van Winkle

Theme Music by Juliana Marin

Produced by Madeleine Regina, Jennie Bissell, Madelyn Dorta, and Emma Love

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Interlude + The Serpent Queen (Act 1) May 20, 2022

Part 1 of 2

When a young woman meets a serpent by the banks of a river, her view of what’s possible in life begins to change. Can she dare to dream, or is it too dangerous for her to want to be more than a cabbage farmer’s daughter? Will she risk all she has ever known for a dream?

Episode Performed by Moira Todd, Shakira Searle and Derrick Davis

Written by Francesca Pazniokas

Sound by Wray Van Winkle

Theme Music by Juliana Marin

Produced by Madeleine Regina, Jennie Bissell, Madelyn Dorta, and Emma Love

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Briar Rose (Act 2) May 06, 2022

Part 2 of 2

When the ruler of a vast kingdom uses dark magic to find love, a terrible curse follows. Can her daughter, Rosa (with the help of the kingdom’s Wise Women) find a way to reverse the spell?

Episode Script by Latisha Jones

Performed by Cassandra Gallegos, Sarah Palmero, Arrianna Abraham, Joy Hennes, Katrina Pecina, Gabriela Martinez, and Levi Squier

Sound by Patrick Mullen

Theme Music by Juliana Marin

Produced by Madeleine Regina, Jennie Bissell, and Emma Love

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Interlude + Briar Rose (Act 1) Apr 22, 2022

Part 1 of 2

When the ruler of a vast kingdom uses dark magic to find love, a terrible curse follows. Can her daughter, Rosa (with the help of the kingdom’s Wise Women) find a way to reverse the spell?

Episode Script by Latisha Jones

Performed by Cassandra Gallegos, Sarah Palmero, Arrianna Abraham, Joy Hennes, Katrina Pecina, Gabriela Martinez, and Levi Squier

Sound by Patrick Mullen

Theme Music by Juliana Marin

Produced by Madeleine Regina, Jennie Bissell, and Emma Love

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Meets Prince, Loves Frog (Act 2) Apr 08, 2022

Part 2 of 2

When she wanders out into the outer regions, where no one is EVER supposed to go, Princess Onna finds more than she bargained for. Turns out the kingdom she has always trusted has dark secrets hidden in the water. It takes a strong person to stand up for what’s right, can Onna do what needs to be done?

Episode Script by Mildred Lewis

Performed by Elizabeth Ung, Marcus Rothenberg, Jacqueline Youm, Max Baskin

Sound by Wray Van Winkle

Theme Music by Juliana Marin

Produced by Madeleine Regina, Jennie Bissell, and Emma Love

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Interlude + Meets Prince, Loves Frog (Act 1) Mar 25, 2022

Part 1 of 2

When she wanders out into the outer regions, where no one is EVER supposed to go, Princess Onna finds more than she bargained for. Turns out the kingdom she has always trusted has dark secrets hidden in the water. It takes a strong person to stand up for what’s right, can Onna do what needs to be done?

Episode Script by Mildred Lewis

Performed by Elizabeth Ung, Marcus Rothenberg, Jacqueline Youm, Max Baskin

Sound by Wray Van Winkle

Theme Music by Juliana Marin

Produced by Madeleine Regina, Jennie Bissell, and Emma Love

We are currently updating our transcripts for readability. If you would like to request transcript materials while we are in the process of updating, please don't hesitate to reach out to feministfairytalespodcast@gmail.com. Thank you very much for your patience!

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Bonus Episode: Radio Interview with Erica Smith Mar 11, 2022

Friends of the Forest, this is the LAST bonus episode before the release of the second half of our season! Please enjoy this interview with Erica Smith, writer of "Rumplestiltskin: a retelling"! Join us in two weeks for the first act of "Meets Prince, Loves Frog"!
<3 Madeleine and Jennie
Interviewed by Michael Reilly Peraza for The Coil Project Variety Hour

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Bonus Episode: Radio Interview with Reid Herreid Feb 26, 2022

Hey, friends of the forest!
We have another Bonus Episode for you this week while we continue work on the second half of our season! Please enjoy this interview with Reid Herreid, writer of "H and Greta". Reid is a fantastic creative mind and we know you'll love getting to hear a little more about the making of this episode!
<3 Madeleine and Jennie
Interviewed by Michael Reilly Peraza for The Coil Project Variety Hour

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Bonus Episode: Radio Interview with Madelyn Dorta Feb 11, 2022

Hey friends of the forest!
We are taking a short mid-season pause in our stories as we continue production for the second half of Season 1! We will be back with our next tale in March, and until then we will be sharing bonus content every other Friday. This week, please enjoy this interview with Madelyn Dorta who wrote our first story, "Lina"!
Thank you all so much for your kindness, we are so grateful for the massive support of this podcast!
<3 Madeleine and Jennie
Interviewed by Michael Reilly Peraza for The Coil Project Variety Hour

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Rumpelstiltskin: A Retelling (Act 2) Jan 28, 2022

Part 2 of 2

After her father boasts of her spinning straw into gold, Nona’s life takes a hard turn. Forced to provide evidence of her father’s ridiculous claim, Nona finds her life in the hands of a flippant king and his idiot guard. Sure would be great if a magical man with oddly specific powers and an impossibly difficult name could help her out of this situation!

Episode Script by Erica Smith

Performed by Michael Reilly Peraza, Tamekia Jackson, Jon Reynolds, Torin Lusebrink, and Andrew Quilpa

Sound Design by Stephen Indrisano

Theme Music by Juliana Marin

Produced by Madeleine Regina, Jennie Bissell, and Emma Love

Thanks to 3bagbrew for use of the sound, "Horse.Mp3",

Antione Max for, "Straw SFX"

Benny Chico 11 for, "Body Drag 1"

Kalinka Malinka for, "Moscow Crocus City Hall Crowd"

and UNChaz for the audience reactions, "Audience Cheer with Applause", "Audience Murmur of Agreement", "Grumbling Audience", "Shocked Audience", and "Crowd Moaning".

Links included below:

https://freesound.org/people/3bagbrew/sounds/59569/

https://freesound.org/people/antoinemax/sounds/555434/

https://freesound.org/people/unchaz/sounds/150969/

https://freesound.org/people/unchaz/sounds/150963/

https://freesound.org/people/unchaz/sounds/150962/

https://freesound.org/people/unchaz/sounds/150965/

https://freesound.org/people/unchaz/sounds/150958/

https://freesound.org/people/bennychico11/sounds/44406/

https://freesound.org/people/kalinkamalinka/sounds/241889/"

Thanks also to Cooper Cannell for use of the song, "Drunken Sailor"; Squadda B for use of the song, "Burbank Late Nights", and Jeremy Black for use of the song, "Hannon". All original compositions by Stephen Indrisano. "Rumpelstiltskin's Lament" was composed by Andrew Quilpa and arranged by Stephen Indrisano.

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Interlude + Rumpelstiltskin: A Retelling (Act 1) Jan 14, 2022

Part 1 of 2

After her father boasts of her spinning straw into gold, Nona’s life takes a hard turn. Forced to provide evidence of her father’s ridiculous claim, Nona finds her life in the hands of a flippant king and his idiot guard. Sure would be great if a magical man with oddly specific powers and an impossibly difficult name could help her out of this situation!

Episode Script by Erica Smith

Performed by Michael Reilly Peraza, Tamekia Jackson, Jon Reynolds, Torin Lusebrink, and Andrew Quilpa

Sound Design by Stephen Indrisano

Theme Music by Juliana Marin

Produced by Madeleine Regina, Jennie Bissell, and Emma Love

Opening interlude written by Madeleine Regina, performed by Madeleine Regina and Jennie Bissell, and sound edited/directed by Emma Love.

Thanks to 3bagbrew for use of the sound, "Horse.Mp3",

Antione Max for, "Straw SFX"

Benny Chico 11 for, "Body Drag 1"

Kalinka Malinka for, "Moscow Crocus City Hall Crowd"

and UNChaz for the audience reactions, "Audience Cheer with Applause", "Audience Murmur of Agreement", "Grumbling Audience", "Shocked Audience", and "Crowd Moaning".

Links included below:

https://freesound.org/people/3bagbrew/sounds/59569/

https://freesound.org/people/antoinemax/sounds/555434/

https://freesound.org/people/unchaz/sounds/150969/

https://freesound.org/people/unchaz/sounds/150963/

https://freesound.org/people/unchaz/sounds/150962/

https://freesound.org/people/unchaz/sounds/150965/

https://freesound.org/people/unchaz/sounds/150958/

https://freesound.org/people/bennychico11/sounds/44406/

https://freesound.org/people/kalinkamalinka/sounds/241889/"

Thanks also to Cooper Cannell for use of the song, "Drunken Sailor"; Squadda B for use of the song, "Burbank Late Nights", and Jeremy Black for use of the song, "Hannon". All original compositions by Stephen Indrisano. "Rumpelstiltskin's Lament" was composed by Andrew Quilpa and arranged by Stephen Indrisano.

We are currently updating our transcripts for readability. If you would like to request transcript materials while we are in the process of updating, please don't hesitate to reach out to feministfairytalespodcast@gmail.com. Thank you very much for your patience!

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H and Greta (Act 2) Dec 31, 2021

Part 2 of a 2 Part Story.

H and Greta, two siblings with a flair for the fantastical, must escape their circumstances before it’s too late. Surrounded by a family that believes that being trans is a sickness, what will it take to find their place in the world? What will happen when everything they know disappears?

CW: This episode contains depictions of transphobia, including deliberate misgendering by a parent.

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Episode Script by Reid S Herreid

Performed by April Lichtman

Sound Design by Tal Minear

Theme Music by Juliana Marin

Produced by Jennie Bissell, Madeleine Regina, and Emma Love

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Interlude + H and Greta (Act 1) Dec 17, 2021

Jennie and Madeleine jump into their next tale: "H and Greta"

H and Greta, two siblings with a flair for the fantastical, must escape their circumstances before it’s too late. Surrounded by a family that believes that being trans is a sickness, what will it take to find their place in the world? What will happen when everything they know disappears?

CW: This episode contains depictions of transphobia, including deliberate misgendering by a parent.

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Episode Script by Reid S Herreid

Performed by April Lichtman

Sound Design by Tal Minear

Theme Music by Juliana Marin

Produced by Emma Love, Jennie Bissell, Madeleine Regina.

Opening interlude written by Madeleine Regina, performed by Madeleine Regina and Jennie Bissell, and sound edited/directed by Emma Love.

We are currently updating our transcripts for readability. If you would like to request transcript materials while we are in the process of updating, please don't hesitate to reach out to feministfairytalespodcast@gmail.com. Thank you very much for your patience!

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Lina (Act 2) Dec 05, 2021

Part 2 of a 2 Part Story.

Lina Flores, is just your average first-gen, eldest Latina daughter with the responsibility of putting everything and everyone above herself. After one exhausting day at her family's restaurant, Lina falls asleep and wakes up in a strange and dangerous world. Lina is accompanied by a familiar voice that offers wisdom and riddles that help Lina find her way back home and back to herself.

Episode Script by Madelyn Dorta

This episode was performed by: Caroline Cabal Coniglio, Sandra Espinoza, Mike Martinez, Ruth Diaz, Chris Rivera, L.W. Salinas

Sound Design by Jordan Rawlings

Theme Music by Juliana Marin

Produced by Emma Love, Jennie Bissell, Madeleine Regina

Special Thanks to Jon Jon Johnson, Alex Levy, Katie Keddell, Kari Ginsberg

We are currently updating our transcripts for readability. If you would like to request transcript materials while we are in the process of updating, please don't hesitate to reach out to feministfairytalespodcast@gmail.com. Thank you very much for your patience!

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Lina (Act 1) Nov 19, 2021

Lina Flores, is just your average first-gen, eldest Latina daughter with the responsibility of putting everything and everyone above herself. After one exhausting day at her family's restaurant, Lina falls asleep and wakes up in a strange and dangerous world. Lina is accompanied by a familiar voice that offers wisdom and riddles that help Lina find her way back home and back to herself.

Episode Script by Madelyn Dorta

This episode was performed by: Caroline Cabal Coniglio, Sandra Espinoza, Mike Martinez, Ruth Diaz, Chris Rivera, L.W. Salinas

Sound Design by Jordan Rawlings

Theme Music by Juliana Marin

Produced by Emma Love, Jennie Bissell, Madeleine Regina

Special Thanks to Jon Jon Johnson, Alex Levy, Katie Keddell, Kari Ginsberg

soulbaby71, SoundsofTh, bspiller5, dheming, cmusounddesign, inchadney, GoodListener,

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Interlude: Jennie and Madeleine Come Home Nov 12, 2021

After being gifted a shared vision of a forest, Jennie and Madeleine make their way into a park to find what’s been calling them from deep inside. What they find feels both familiar and somehow dangerous as they are sucked into their first adventure.

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Prologue Oct 29, 2021

Travel with us through the forest of Feminist Fairytales, where we will introduce the tale of two twin souls who must become lost to find their way home. Hear the origins of the sisters who must unearth the stories told by the wild souls of the world… before it’s too late.

Feminist Fairytales is an audio drama podcast that reimagines the genre of fairytales through a feminist lens. This fairytale anthology series features the work of many storytellers, and this is the tale of how we began.

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