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Be Fairy Afraid PodcastThe Mabinogion- Branwen In IrelandOn this episode of the Be Fairy Afraid Podcast, Fiona & Louise read a tale from The Mabinogion, Branwen in Ireland. The story of a princess from Wales who marries an Irish king only to find out he is not as rightouous as he appears, so she sends for her brother for help.Louise & Fiona also talk about a bread making class, Louise's new friend Keith and other utter silliness.Give it a listen and please like & subscribe on Youtube, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Now, in the words...2024-07-0137 minBe Fairy Afraid PodcastThe Princess With Three BreastsThis episode: Bhutan tale, The Princess With The Three Breasts | Menopausal Meet Ups | Edible Underwear.On this episode of the Be Fairy Afraid Podcast, Fiona & Louise read the Bhutan folktale of The Princess with Three Breasts. The story of a royal couple who are blessed with a child, only to discover she has a curse upon her that is a bad omen for the entire kingdom.Louise & Fiona also talk about a menopausal coffee morning, a trip to a nudist beach and edible underwear.Give it a listen and please...2024-06-2443 minBe Fairy Afraid PodcastBrothers Grimm - Sweethart RolandThis episode: Brothers Grimm Sweetheart Roland | Becoming An Adult | Sofa Surfing.On this episode of the Be Fairy Afraid Podcast, Fiona & Louise read the Brothers Grimm story, Sweetheart Roland. The story of a young woman who must escape from her evil stepmother, a witch who wishes to kill her with the help of her true loveLouise & Fiona also talk about the difficulties in becoming an adult, having to sleep on the sofa after an argument and the dancing plague of 1518.Give it a listen and please like & subscribe on...2024-06-1744 minBe Fairy Afraid PodcastCeltic Tale - The Curse of MachaThis episode: The Curse of Macha | Medieval Dog Names | Park Runs.*Warning. This episode does briefly reference miscarriage* On this episode of the Be Fairy Afraid Podcast, Fiona & Louise read the Celtic story of the curse of Macha. Enraged at being treated so cruelly, Macha lays an infamous curse upon all the men of UlsterLouise & Fiona also talk about medieval dog names, a community park run and may have an argument over one of them forgetting to hit the record button.Give it a listen and...2024-06-1040 min
On the MicEpisode 49: Louise Atkinson's Origin StoryLouise is a stand up comedian and chocolate hobnob enthusiast from Hull. She co-hosts the ‘Be Fairy Afraid’ podcast alongside Fiona Ridgewell.
This is her origin story.
She also talks about her 2024 Edinburgh show, 'Louise Atkinson: She’s Got the Look'
Image by Andy Hollingworth. Presented by Martin Walker.
Louise's Profile and Social Media HERE
2024-06-0909 minBe Fairy Afraid PodcastGullah Tale of The Boo-HagThis episode: Boo-Hag | Near Death Experiences | Gut Infections.On this episode of the Be Fairy Afraid Podcast, Fiona & Louise read the Gullah Folklore tale of the Boo-Hag. A story from coastal Georgia about a man who suspects his beautiful new bride might be a witch – the Boo Hag!Louise & Fiona also talk about near death experiences, gut infections and their trip to a rugby match Give it a listen and please like & subscribe on Youtube, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Now, in the words of Giambattista Basile, from hi...2024-06-0341 minBe Fairy Afraid PodcastBrothers Grimm - The Frog King/Iron henryThis episode: Frog King; tarot readings and art of letter writing.Once upon a time, comedians Fiona Ridgewell & Louise Atkinson decided to start a podcast that explores fairy tales, folklore, myths, and legends. But, these aren't the nice, fluffy versions of the stories everyone knows and loves. They're the original, darker, sordid ones from long ago, paired with some silly goings on in their lives.In this episode, Fiona & Louise look at the first ever story by the Grimm Brothers; The Frog King, also known as Iron Henry. The story of a spoiled...2024-03-1840 minBe Fairy Afraid PodcastScottish Myth - The BrownieThis episode: The Brownie; Mastermind Topics; Face Waxing & Spyro.Once upon a time, comedians Fiona Ridgewell & Louise Atkinson started a podcast exploring fairy tales, folklore, myths, and legends. But, these aren't the nice, fluffy versions of the stories everyone knows and loves. They're the original, darker, sordid ones from long ago, paired with some of the silly goings on in their lives.In this episode, Fiona & Louise look at the Scottish mythical creature, the Brownie. Also known as a brùnaidh or gruagach in Scots Gaelic, a Brownie (or Brounie) is a good-natured t...2024-03-1152 minBe Fairy Afraid PodcastAndrew Lang - The King Who Would Have A Beautiful WifeThis episode: Andrew Lang story; trip to France and some unconventional hair styling tips.Once upon a time, comedians Fiona Ridgewell & Louise Atkinson decided to start a podcast that explores fairy tales, folklore, myths, and legends. But, these aren't the nice, fluffy versions of the stories that everyone knows and loves. They're the original, darker, sordid ones from long ago, paired with some of the silly going ons in their lives.In this episode, Fiona & Louise look at a story by one of the most famous fairy tale authors Andrew Lang and his...2024-03-0446 minBe Fairy Afraid PodcastYei Theodora Ozaki - Goblin of AdachigaharaOnce upon a time, comedians Fiona Ridgewell & Louise Atkinson started a podcast exploring fairy tales, folklore, myths, and legends. But, these aren't the nice, fluffy versions of the stories everyone knows and loves. They're the original, darker, sordid ones from long ago.On this episode of the Be Fairy Afraid Podcast, Fiona & Louise read the classic Japanese ghost story 'The Goblin of Adachigaharaby Yei Theodora Ozaki. A story about a cannibal goblin in the shape of an old woman living on the plain of Adachigahara; who lures a Buddhist pilgrim in need of refuge into her...2024-02-2654 minBe Fairy Afraid PodcastJeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont - Prince DarlingOnce upon a time, comedians Fiona Ridgewell & Louise Atkinson started a podcast exploring fairy tales, folklore, myths, and legends. But, these aren't the nice, fluffy versions of the stories everyone knows and loves. They're the original, darker, sordid ones from long ago.On this episode of the Be Fairy Afraid Podcast, Fiona & Louise read Prince Darling (Prince Chéri) is a French literary fairy tale written by Madame Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont, a story about how A prince learns how to have empathy with the help of a fairy.Louise & Fiona also talk a...2024-02-1951 minBe Fairy Afraid PodcastHans Christian Anderson - The Tin SoldierOnce upon a time, comedians Fiona Ridgewell & Louise Atkinson decided to start a podcast that explores fairy tales, folklore, myths, and legends. But, these aren't the nice, fluffy versions of the stories that everyone knows and loves. They're the original, darker, sordid ones from long ago.On this episode of the Be Fairy Afraid Podcast, Fiona & Louise look at one of the classic fairy tales written by Hans Christian Anderson - The Tin Soldier, or The Steadfast Tin Soldier, a story about a tin soldier's love for a paper ballerina.Also, Louise and...2024-02-1249 minBe Fairy Afraid PodcastNorse Myth - Skadi's ChoiceOnce upon a time, comedians Fiona Ridgewell & Louise Atkinson decided to start a podcast that explores fairy tales, folklore, myths, and legends. But, these aren't the nice, fluffy versions of the stories that everyone knows and loves. They're the original, darker, sordid ones from long ago.This week on the Be Fairy Afraid Podcast, Fiona & Louise look at the classic Norse myth of Skadi - a giant and goddess associated with bowhunting, skiing, winter, and mountains - and her great idea to choose a husband.Louise & Fiona also talk about Vikings, the moon's...2024-02-0545 minBe Fairy Afraid PodcastCeltic Tale -Cú ChulainnOnce upon a time, comedians Fiona Ridgewell & Louise Atkinson decided to start a podcast that explores fairy tales, folklore, myths, and legends. But, these aren't the nice, fluffy versions of the stories everyone knows and loves. They're the original, darker, sordid ones from long ago.On this episode of the Be Fairy Afraid Podcast, Fiona & Louise look at the story of the birth of Cú Chulainn; Irish warrior hero and demigod in the Ulster Cycle of Irish mythology, and often described as the 'Irish Hercules'. Louise & Fiona also talk about student loans, the r...2024-01-2942 minBe Fairy Afraid PodcastCharles Perrault - Riquet-With-The-TuftOnce upon a time, comedians Fiona Ridgewell & Louise Atkinson as they explore fairy tales, folklore, myths, and legends.But, these aren't the nice, fluffy versions of the stories everyone knows and loves. They're the original, darker, sordid ones from long ago, usually interjected with some of the silly goings ons in their lives. In this episode, Fiona & Louise cover one of the classic fairy tales by Charles Perrault; Riquet-With-The-Tuft, a tale about a fairy who gives an ugly prince named Riquet the gift of conferring wit upon the one he loves the best.2024-01-2258 minBe Fairy Afraid PodcastBrothers Grimm - Clever ElsieOnce upon a time, comedians Fiona Ridgewell & Louise Atkinson decided to start a podcast that explores fairy tales, folklore, myths, and legends. But, these aren't the nice, fluffy versions of the stories everyone knows and loves. They're the original, darker, sordid ones from long ago, paired with some of the silly goings ons in their lives.In this episode, Fiona & Louise cover one of the classic fairy tales by The Brothers Grimm; Clever Elsie, about a lazy, silly woman who won't change her ways, supposedly, although Fiona and Louise think it may have...2024-01-1540 minBe Fairy Afraid PodcastBe Fairy Afraid Podcast TrailerJoin comedians Fiona Ridgewell & Louise Atkinson as they explore fairy tales, folklore, myths, and legends. But, these aren't the nice, fluffy versions of the stories everyone knows and loves. They're the original, darker, sordid ones from long ago, usually interjected with some of the silly goings ons in their lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-0802 min