Ep. 1177, Aesop's Fables, Part One
Summary
Host BJ Harrison explores the enduring relevance of Aesop's Fables by reading twenty-two classic stories from Joseph Jacobs' edition. The episode features tales such as "The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse," "The Lion's Share," and "The Fox and the Crow," each illustrating timeless moral lessons. Harrison connects these anthropomorphized animal stories to modern societal issues, noting how the fables' wisdom remains applicable today. The production serves as an immersive audiobook experience, encouraging listeners to reconsider the depth and value of these traditional narratives.
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Introduction to Aesop's Fables and host
Background on the Joseph Jacobs edition
Episode overview and listening advice
The Cock and the Jewel
The Wolf and the Lamb
The Dog and the Shadow
The Lion's Share
The Wolf and the Crane
The Man and the Serpent
The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse
The Fox and the Crow
The Sick Lion
The Ass and the Lap Dog
The Lion and the Mouse
The Swallow and the Other Birds
The Frogs Desiring a King
The Mountains in Labor
The Hares and the Frogs
The Wolf and the Kid
The Woodman and the Serpent
The Bald Man and the Fly
The Fox and the Stork
The Fox and the Mask
The Jay and the Peacock
The Frog and the Ox
Outro and recommendation for Bambi
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