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Fabric of FolkloreAuthor: Fabric of Folklore
Folktales can be strange, mystical, macabre and intriguing. Join us as we explore the stories, culture and people behind the folklore. We go beyond retelling the legends, myths and fairy tales of old. We look at the story behind the lore, behind the songs and traditions to understand more about what they mean, and their importance. These stories, many originating as oral histories, inform us of what it means to be human; what it means to be an integral part of this Earth. Stories of magic and wonder bind us. They connect us through invisible strands, like the gossamer fibers of a spiders web. Folktales have the power to demonstrate how, although we live in drastically different locals, our hearts and minds beat as one human race. We are weaving the fabrics of our past and present stories, to help us better understand ourselves and to awaken us to a more compassionate and caring world community. As we explore the meaning of existence through folklore we hope to inspire future generations to lead with love and understanding. Language: en Genres: History, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Fairy Tale Flip Ep: 22 The Pied Piper of Hamelin
Monday, 9 March, 2026
Did you know that the Pied Piper was based on historical records? In episode 22 of Fairy Tale Flip, we dive into the mysterious tale of the Piper and his alluring music and what really happened in the medieval German town centuries ago. We look at the different theories proposed over the years including the possibility of it being an organized migration, a children's crusade, a plague or disease or even a Mongol invasion? We also discuss the morality lessons wrapped inside this enigmatic story including honoring agreements. We also explore themes of the story including the different types of authority, short vs. long-term thinking, and marginalized truth-tellers like jokers. This was a fascinating discussion you definitely don't want to miss!Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Pied Piper10:15 The Role of Poetry in Storytelling13:17 – Historical timeline begins (the 1284 event)22:00 Theories Behind the Disappearance of the Children26:44 – Moral lessons: Honoring agreements / paying the piper28:53 The Importance of Integrity and Accountability30:04 – Short-term vs. long-term thinking / ethical practices35:50 The Symbolism of the Pipe41:06 Historical Context of the Pied Piper49:22 The Children Left Behind and Their Significance51:35 – The Piper's appearance as an outsider (Browning version) 52:25 – Would you share this story with your children?Celtic Impulse - Celtic · Kevin MacLeodProvided to YouTube by http://incompetech.comCeltic Impulse - Celtic℗ Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...Follow us:Fabric of Folklore website Youtube channel Facebook Page Facebook Group Instagram Twitter Linkedin
