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'Wit and Wordplay' | feat. 'American Dad's' Rachael MacFarlane and Dee Bradley Baker

December 11th, 2018

In this clever folktale with roots in the Middle East and Spain, Rachael MacFarlane (American Dad) and Dee Bradley Baker (American Dad) seek a …

Circle Round Presents 'Earth Rangers!'

December 4th, 2018

17:19

Winter is coming.... While we get out of hats and gloves, animals are making their own plans. A four month nap? Extra food? Flying south? Our friends at "Earth Rangers" get up close and personal with wildlife to learn …

'Maya's Feathers' | feat. Vella Lovell

November 27th, 2018

15:21

Vella Lovell (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, She-Ra and the Princesses of Power) stars as a young woman who learns the power of her words... and how you can't take the meaner ones back once they're out there.

Road Trip Reel: A Feast For Your Ears!

November 20th, 2018

1:41:58

Whether you're traveling, cooking, or storing leftovers, get ready for scrumptious Thanksgiving listening with 90 minutes of your favorite Circle Round stories about food! Stories included: "Fiona and the …

'The Unjust Justice' | feat. Jackie Tohn

November 13th, 2018

19:46

Jackie Tohn (G.L.O.W.) stars as a clever grocer who teaches a dishonest judge the importance of being fair and trustworthy. Our *NEWEST* coloring …

'Turtle Island' | feat. 'The Punies' and 'Earth Ranger Emma'

November 6th, 2018

16:32

Circle Round partners with two fellow kids podcasts--'The Punies,' by Kobe Bryant and Canada's 'Earth Rangers,'-- to bring a First Nations folktale …

Encore: 'The Rice Cakes And The Oni"

October 30th, 2018

15:12

Tamlyn Tomita ("The Good Doctor") and Hudson Yang ("Fresh Off The Boat") star in this Japanese story about a mother and son team with a seriously good sense of humor. If you love this podcast, please consider …

'The Princess and the Egg' | feat. Amber Stevens West

October 23rd, 2018

18:17

Amber Stevens West ("Happy Together") stars as a globe-trotting princess who works hard to keep all of her promises. But in this story, the honest princess's commitment is tested in more ways than one! Make sure you …

Circle Round Presents 'Ear Snacks!'

October 16th, 2018

20:04

Throughout the year, we’re sharing some of our favorite kids’ podcasts with you-- from science shows to storytelling to EAR SNACKS. (That’s the name of this week’s visiting podcast.) 'Ear Snacks' comes to us from sunny …

'Armadillo’s Song' | feat. Gad Elmaleh

October 9th, 2018

17:43

French comedian Gad Elmaleh stars in this episode about one little armadillo who doesn't let anyone discourage him from following his dreams. This …

'Fiona and the Fairies' | feat. Selenis Leyva

October 2nd, 2018

16:37

Selenis Leyva ("Orange is the New Black," "Maniacs") stars as a clever baker in this retelling of Scottish folktale about the power of a little …

'The Tug of War' | feat. Quvenzhane Wallis

September 25th, 2018

17:01

Does bigger always mean stronger? Oscar nominee & children's author Quvenzhane Wallis (Beasts of the Southern Wild, Annie) stars in this East …

'Dollars and Scents' | feat. Derek Klena and Max Casella

September 18th, 2018

18:26

Our noses can detect nearly a trillion different scents. When the main character in our story smells just a handful of them he winds up in quite a …

'100 Rooms' | feat. Ed Asner

September 11th, 2018

18:06

Ed Asner ("Up," "Mary Tyler Moore Show") stars in a British folktale about a father who challenges his young daughters to solve a tricky challenge …

'When Fish Fly' | feat. HGTV's 'The Cousins:' John Colaneri and Anthony Carrino

September 4th, 2018

13:58

John Colaneri and Anthony Carrino (HGTV’s “Cousins on Call) co-star in this story about a man who gets a very tricky lesson about the dangers of …

Kids Listen Road Trip Mixtape

August 24th, 2018

36:40

We've teamed up with some of the best kids podcasts out there to bring you our final summer bonus episode, the Kids Listen Road Trip Mixtape. …

Encore: 'Sadko And The Sea'

August 21st, 2018

25:01

Max Greenfield ("The Neighborhood," "New Girl") stars in this Russian folktale about the power of music. Download a coloring page for this episode …

The Mega Awesome Super Huge Wicked Fun Podcast Playdate

August 14th, 2018

33:24

In this special episode, we team up with some of our pals for an awesome mash-up of fun! Featuring Circle Round, Wow In The World, Story Pirates, Brains On, But Why, and Eleanor Amplified.

Encore: 'The Owner Of The Sun'

August 6th, 2018

11:40

YouTuber and comedian Joanna Hausmann stars in a Venezuelan folktale about an enterprising young girl and her quest to free the sun. Download a …

'Cow Wells And Cow Bells' | feat. Billy Porter and Joshua Boone

July 31st, 2018

14:57

Greed. Deception. Adorable baby cows. Billy Porter ("Pose") and Joshua Boone ("Seven Seconds") star in this East African folktale that asks: "is …

'The Unwelcome Guest' | feat. Richard Kind

July 24th, 2018

15:34

Richard Kind ("Inside Out") stars in this Middle Eastern folktale about a clever man who teaches his village a thing or two about the dangers of …

'The King And The Cobbler' | feat. Keith David and James Naughton

July 17th, 2018

21:08

When the most powerful person in the land has never relied on himself, trouble ensues! Keith David ("Greenleaf") and James Naughton ("The …

'The Months Of The Year' | feat. Ailsa Chang and Joshua Rush

July 10th, 2018

21:37

What would it be like to experience the months of the year--out of order? Joshua Rush ("Andi Mack") and Ailsa Chang (NPR) co-star in this story …

Encore: 'The Woman Who Lived In A Vinegar Bottle' feat. Sela Ward

July 2nd, 2018

13:47

Sela Ward ("Graves," "Independence Day") stars in a traditional English tale about a woman who can't seem to find home sweet home. Download a …

'The Skylark' | feat. Miriam Shor

June 25th, 2018

14:21

Miriam Shor ("Younger," "The Americans,") stars in this Portuguese folktale about a feathered creature who gives a young, inpatient man a lesson …

'The Perfect Partnership' | Feat. Joshua Johnson and Sam Sanders

June 19th, 2018

16:44

Being a good partner is all about give and take. But in today’s story, Sam Sanders (NPR) and Joshua Johnson (WAMU) co-star in a Ghanaian story about one man who's far more interested in the taking.

'The Friendship Orchard' | feat. Susan Stamberg and Linda Wertheimer

June 12th, 2018

13:23

NPR's own Linda Wertheimer and Susan Stamberg co-star in a Kazakh folktale about lifelong friends whose bond is tested by the unexpected discovery …

'A Taste Of Honey' | feat. Hannah Simone

June 5th, 2018

18:20

Hannah Simone ("New Girl") stars alongside her real-life father Naren Simone in a South Asian tale about the power of self-reliance. Download a …

Encore: 'It Could Always Get Worse' | feat. Jason Alexander

May 29th, 2018

13:46

Whether we’re 3 or 93, we all love a good story. Jason Alexander ("Seinfeld") stars in this classic Yiddish folktale. Download a coloring page for …

Two Hour Road Trip Reel: 'The Animal Kingdom'

May 23rd, 2018

1:48:14

Have a very long road trip ahead? We've got you! This playlist features nearly two hours of your favorite Circle Round stories about our furry and …

90 Minute Road Trip Reel: 'Casting A Spell'

May 23rd, 2018

1:22:20

We just made your road trips so much better. This 90 minute playlist features your favorite Circle Round stories about magic including "The Hat, The Horn, and the Purse," "The Rice Cakes and The Oni," "The Magic …

One Hour Road Trip Reel: 'Playing By Ear'

May 23rd, 2018

1:03:02

Buckle your seat belt for a spectacular ride! This 60 minute playlist features your favorite Circle Round stories about music including "The Drum," …

Encore: 'The Lion's Whisker' | feat. Marsai Martin and Miles Brown

May 22nd, 2018

12:20

Marsai Martin ("Black-ish"), Miles Brown ("Black-ish"), and NPR's own Ofeibia Quist-Arcton star in this story about a brother and a sister who are prepared to do just about anything in order to get along. Download a …

Encore: 'The Shepherd's Disguise' | feat. Tony Hale

May 15th, 2018

20:16

Tony Hale ("Veep," "Arrested Development") stars in a German folktale about a royal advisor whose dishonesty gets him into a royal mess. Download …

Encore: 'Stella And The Dragon' | feat. Kathryn Hahn

May 8th, 2018

17:11

Kathryn Hahn ("Bad Moms") stars in the encore presentation of a Romanian folktale where a clever mother does her best to outwit a powerful dragon. …

Encore: 'Why The Ocean Is Salty' | feat. Lou Diamond Phillips, Jon Jon Briones

May 1st, 2018

14:30

Lou Diamond Phillips ("Longmire," "33") and Jon Jon Briones ("The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story") star in the classic …

'The Lamb With The Golden Fleece' | feat. Kathleen Chalfant

April 24th, 2018

20:53

In our season finale, Tony-nominated actor Kathleen Chalfant ("The Affair," "House of Cards") stars in an Iraqi tale about three friends whose love …

'The Piper And The Pooka' | feat. Damian McGinty

April 17th, 2018

19:52

Damian McGinty ("Glee," "Celtic Thunder") tells the story of a musician with a serious case of butterflies until he finds himself performing for a …

'Ashes for Sale' | feat. Cheyenne Jackson, Patch Darragh

April 10th, 2018

23:15

Cheyenne Jackson ("American Horror Story," "Glee") and Patch Darragh ("Everything Sucks") star in a folktale about two friends, generosity, and the …

Encore: 'The Barber's Secret' | feat. Noah Schnapp

April 3rd, 2018

17:44

Noah Schnapp ("Stranger Things") stars in a story about a prince, a barber, and a secret that was impossible to keep. Download a coloring page for …

'Maushop And Grandfather Sun' | feat. Wes Studi

March 27th, 2018

17:06

Wes Studi ("Penny Dreadful," "Dances With Wolves") stars as the Wampanoag mythical figure 'Maushop,' a kind, gentle giant who tries to convince the …

'The Hat, The Horn, And The Purse' | feat. Bobby Moynihan

March 20th, 2018

26:11

Bobby Moynihan ("Duck Tales," "SNL") stars in an Italian folktale about a father who gives seemingly simple gifts to his three sons. But they is …

'Three Wishes' | feat. Patrick and Mandy Fabian

March 13th, 2018

17:45

Patrick Fabian ("Better Call Saul") and Mandy Fabian ("Dropping The Soap") star in a story about a husband and wife whose generosity leads them to …

'Share and Share Alike' | feat. Tiffany Boone and Glynn Washington

March 6th, 2018

16:30

Tiffany Boone ("The Chi") and Glynn Washington ("Snap Judgement") star in a classic folktale about a lazy bear who isn't big on sharing--until he …

'The Drum' | feat. Shankar Vedantam

February 27th, 2018

17:55

Shankar Vedantam (NPR's "Hidden Brain") retells an Indian folktale about a young girl whose generous heart takes her on a surprising …

How Do Our Brains Process Stories?: 'BrainsOn!' Has Some Answers!

February 19th, 2018

29:55

How do our brains process the stories we hear? What happens when we are introduced to new characters? Our friends from the podcast "Brains On!" help us figure it out!

'The Magic Cloth' | feat. Kelly Hu and Albert Tsai

February 13th, 2018

22:03

Kelly Hu ("Dietland") and Albert Tsai ("Dr Ken," "9JKL") star in a Chinese folktale about a mother, her three sons, and a very special magic cloth. …

'What Am I Hearing?' | feat. Composer Eric Shimelonis

February 6th, 2018

13:14

Ever wonder what instrument you're hearing during your favorite 'Circle Round' story? Well, you're about to find out! Download a coloring page for …

Sadko And The Sea | feat. Max Greenfield

January 30th, 2018

24:43

Max Greenfield ("The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story") stars in this Russian folktale about the power of music. Download a …

'The Goat in the Garden' | feat. 'Car Talk's' Ray Magliozzi

January 23rd, 2018

14:51

Ray Magliozzi ("Car Talk") reminds us that heroes come in all shapes--and sizes. Download a coloring page for this episode here: …

"The Forbidden Knot" | feat. Mel Rodriguez

January 16th, 2018

20:25

Adapted from the original Estonian folktale, Mel Rodriguez ("Last Man On Earth" "Philip K. Dick's Electric Dreams") stars in a story about a …

Bonus Episode: 'But Why' Takes Your Questions

January 9th, 2018

20:44

In this Bonus Episode from our friends at "But Why," we reveal who in the world created cake!

'Latchkey Stew' | feat. Jurnee Smollett-Bell

January 2nd, 2018

18:51

Jurnee Smollett-Bell ("Underground," "Friday Night Lights,") stars in this classic tale about a young girl who teaches a group of neighbors what it …

'The Answer You Seek' | feat. Ari Shapiro and Wade Goodwyn

December 26th, 2017

18:36

NPR's own Ari Shapiro and Wade Goodwyn star in a Thai folktale that explores the power and universality of empathy. Download a coloring page for …

'The Magpie With Salt On Her Tail' | feat. Rachael Harris and Taran Kilam

December 19th, 2017

20:25

Rachael Harris ("Lucifer," "Suits") and Taran Killam ("Nature Cat," "Killing Gunther") star in a classic Swedish tale about a little boy who learns that--with a little hard work--dreams can come true. Download a …

'The Shepherd's Disguise' | feat. Tony Hale

December 12th, 2017

19:37

Tony Hale ("Veep," "Arrested Development") stars in a German folktale about a royal advisor whose dishonesty gets him into a royal mess. Download a …

'Clever Manka' | feat. Bridget Moynahan

December 5th, 2017

18:19

Bridget Moynahan ("Blue Bloods") re-tells this Czech folktale about a clever young woman who uses her intelligence to win the hearts of her …

'Onions And Garlic'

November 27th, 2017

26:16

The second installment from our live performance at the Boston Jewish Film Festival. In this old Jewish folktale, we tell a story about spicy, …

'Princess In The Mirror'

November 21st, 2017

20:39

Live from the Boston Jewish Film Festival! In this Israeli folktale, an adventurous princess learns that the greatest lessons may not be learned in …

'Thunder and Lightning' | feat. Yetide Badaki and Dayo Okeniyi

November 14th, 2017

17:13

Yetide Badaki ("American Gods") and Dayo Okeniyi ("Shades of Blue") star in this Nigerian folktale about thunder and lightning and how they found …

'The Lion's Whisker' | feat. Marsai Martin and Miles Brown

November 7th, 2017

11:42

'The Woman Who Lived In A Vinegar Bottle' | feat. Sela Ward

October 31st, 2017

13:09

Sela Ward ("Graves," "Independence Day") stars in a traditional English tale about a woman who can't seem to find home sweet home. Download a …

'The Owner Of The Sun' | feat. Joanna Hausmann

October 24th, 2017

11:13

YouTuber and comedian Joanna Hausmann stars in a Venezuelan folktale about an enterprising young girl and her quest to free the sun. Download a …

A Few More Podcasts For Kids And Their Grown-Ups

October 19th, 2017

21:39

Do you love science? Mystery? Adventure? You can bet there's a Kidcast for it! This bonus episode introduces you to some of our favorites.

'The Barber's Secret' | ft. Noah Schnapp

October 17th, 2017

17:06

Noah Schnapp ("Stranger Things") stars in a story about a prince, a barber, and a secret that was impossible to keep. Download a coloring page for …

'The Rice Cakes And The Oni' | ft. Tamlyn Tomita and Hudson Yang

October 10th, 2017

14:52

Tamlyn Tomita ("The Good Doctor") and Hudson Yang ("Fresh Off The Boat") star in this Japanese story about a mother and son team with a seriously …

'The Happiest Person In The World' | ft. Jon Cryer

October 2nd, 2017

11:56

Jon Cryer ("Two and a Half Men") stars in a story about a man chasing happiness--and the elusive shirt that will make him smile again. Download a …

'Why The Ocean Is Salty' | feat. Lou Diamond Phillips, Jon Jon Briones

September 26th, 2017

13:57

Lou Diamond Phillips ("Longmire," "33") and Jon Jon Briones ("Miss Saigon") star in the classic Filipino folktale "Why The Ocean is Salty." …

'Stella And The Dragon' | feat. Kathryn Hahn

September 18th, 2017

17:28

Kathryn Hahn ("Bad Moms Christmas") stars in this Romanian folktale about a clever mother and her quest to outwit a powerful dragon. Download a …

'It Could Always Get Worse' | feat. Jason Alexander

June 8th, 2017

12:52

Whether we’re 3 or 93, we all love a good story. Jason Alexander ("Seinfeld") stars in our first episode, a classic Yiddish folktale. Download a …

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