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Created and produced by parents of young children, WBUR's Circle Round adapts carefully-selected folktales from around the world into sound- and music-rich radio plays for kids ages 3-103. Each 15 to 25-minute episode explores important issues like kindness, persistence and generosity. And each episode ends with an activity that inspires a deeper conversation between children and grown-ups.
- 509 - The Long Crimson ThreadJessika Van (Seoul Searching, Awkward) and Mark Pellegrino (American Rust, Beverly Hills Cop: Axel Foley) co-star in a Welsh tale about a girl, a drought, and a mouse with a life-saving secret.Tue, 14 May 2024 - 20min
- 508 - The Snow EaterCree Summer (Good Times, Abbott Elementary) headlines a Blackfoot legend about fast friends, warm winds, and why bears hibernate during the winter.Tue, 07 May 2024 - 22min
- 507 - The Laughing BirdKenny Curtis (Greeking Out) stars in a legend from Aboriginal Australia about dark days, light humor, and a little bird with a big laugh.Tue, 30 Apr 2024 - 20min
- 506 - Encore: 'The Lion's Whisker' | feat. Marsai Martin and Miles Brown
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 coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 22 May 2018 - 12min - 505 - Encore: 'The Shepherd's Disguise' | feat. Tony Hale
Tony Hale ("Veep," "Arrested Development") stars in a German folktale about a royal advisor whose dishonesty gets him into a royal mess. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 15 May 2018 - 20min - 504 - Encore: 'Stella And The Dragon' | feat. Kathryn Hahn
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. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 08 May 2018 - 17min - 503 - Encore: 'Why The Ocean Is Salty' | feat. Lou Diamond Phillips, Jon Jon Briones
Lou Diamond Phillips ("Longmire," "33") and Jon Jon Briones ("The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story") star in the classic Filipino folktale "Why The Ocean is Salty." Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 01 May 2018 - 14min - 502 - 'The Lamb With The Golden Fleece' | feat. Kathleen Chalfant
In our season finale, Tony-nominated actor Kathleen Chalfant ("The Affair," "House of Cards") stars in an Iraqi tale about three friends whose love of storytelling changes their entire future. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 24 Apr 2018 - 20min - 501 - 'The Piper And The Pooka' | feat. Damian McGinty
Damian McGinty ("Glee," "Celtic Thunder") tells the story of a musician with a serious case of butterflies until he finds himself performing for a very special -- and magical -- audience. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 17 Apr 2018 - 19min - 500 - 'Ashes for Sale' | feat. Cheyenne Jackson, Patch Darragh
Cheyenne Jackson ("American Horror Story," "Glee") and Patch Darragh ("Everything Sucks") star in a folktale about two friends, generosity, and the power of a pile of ashes. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 10 Apr 2018 - 23min - 499 - Encore: 'The Barber's Secret' | feat. Noah Schnapp
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 this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 03 Apr 2018 - 17min - 498 - 'Maushop And Grandfather Sun' | feat. Wes Studi
Wes Studi ("Penny Dreadful," "Dances With Wolves") stars as the Wampanoag mythical figure 'Maushop,' a kind, gentle giant who tries to convince the sun to come back home. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 27 Mar 2018 - 17min - 497 - 'The Hat, The Horn, And The Purse' | feat. Bobby Moynihan
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 more to these family heirloomsl than meets the eye. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 20 Mar 2018 - 26min - 496 - 'Three Wishes' | feat. Patrick and Mandy Fabian
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 an unexpected challenge. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 13 Mar 2018 - 17min - 495 - 'Share and Share Alike' | feat. Tiffany Boone and Glynn Washington
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 meets a clever rabbit that teaches him a thing or two. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 06 Mar 2018 - 16min - 494 - 'The Drum' | feat. Shankar Vedantam
Shankar Vedantam (NPR's "Hidden Brain") retells an Indian folktale about a young girl whose generous heart takes her on a surprising adventure. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 27 Feb 2018 - 17min - 493 - 'The Magic Cloth' | feat. Kelly Hu and Albert Tsai
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. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 13 Feb 2018 - 22min - 492 - 'What Am I Hearing?' | feat. Composer Eric ShimelonisTue, 06 Feb 2018 - 13min
- 491 - Sadko And The Sea | feat. Max Greenfield
Max Greenfield ("The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story") stars in this Russian folktale about the power of music. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 30 Jan 2018 - 24min - 490 - 'The Goat in the Garden' | feat. 'Car Talk's' Ray Magliozzi
Ray Magliozzi ("Car Talk") reminds us that heroes come in all shapes--and sizes. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 23 Jan 2018 - 14min - 489 - "The Forbidden Knot" | feat. Mel Rodriguez
Adapted from the original Estonian folktale, Mel Rodriguez ("Last Man On Earth" "Philip K. Dick's Electric Dreams") stars in a story about a fisherman who learns how important it is to keep your word. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 16 Jan 2018 - 20min - 488 - 'Latchkey Stew' | feat. Jurnee Smollett-Bell
Jurnee Smollett-Bell ("Underground," "Friday Night Lights,") stars in this classic tale about a young girl who teaches a group of neighbors what it means to really share. Find your free coloring page for this episode at: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 02 Jan 2018 - 18min - 487 - 'The Answer You Seek' | feat. Ari Shapiro and Wade Goodwyn
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 this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 26 Dec 2017 - 18min - 486 - 'The Magpie With Salt On Her Tail' | feat. Rachael Harris and Taran Kilam
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 coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 19 Dec 2017 - 20min - 485 - 'The Shepherd's Disguise' | feat. Tony Hale
Tony Hale ("Veep," "Arrested Development") stars in a German folktale about a royal advisor whose dishonesty gets him into a royal mess. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 12 Dec 2017 - 19min - 484 - 'Clever Manka' | feat. Bridget Moynahan
Bridget Moynahan ("Blue Bloods") re-tells this Czech folktale about a clever young woman who uses her intelligence to win the hearts of her town. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 05 Dec 2017 - 18min - 483 - 'Onions And Garlic'
The second installment from our live performance at the Boston Jewish Film Festival. In this old Jewish folktale, we tell a story about spicy, flavorful onions... but we promise it won’t make you cry. If anything you’ll laugh and laugh. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Mon, 27 Nov 2017 - 26min - 482 - 'Princess In The Mirror'
Live from the Boston Jewish Film Festival! In this Israeli folktale, an adventurous princess learns that the greatest lessons may not be learned in far flung lands but rather--right at home. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 21 Nov 2017 - 20min - 481 - 'Thunder and Lightning' | feat. Yetide Badaki and Dayo Okeniyi
Yetide Badaki ("American Gods") and Dayo Okeniyi ("Shades of Blue") star in this Nigerian folktale about thunder and lightning and how they found their home in the sky. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 14 Nov 2017 - 17min - 480 - 'The Lion's Whisker' | feat. Marsai Martin and Miles Brown
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 coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 07 Nov 2017 - 11min - 479 - 'The Woman Who Lived In A Vinegar Bottle' | feat. Sela Ward
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 coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 31 Oct 2017 - 13min - 478 - 'The Owner Of The Sun' | feat. Joanna Hausmann
YouTuber and comedian Joanna Hausmann stars in a Venezuelan folktale about an enterprising young girl and her quest to free the sun. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 24 Oct 2017 - 11min - 477 - 'The Barber's Secret' | ft. Noah Schnapp
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 this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 17 Oct 2017 - 17min - 476 - 'The Rice Cakes And The Oni' | ft. Tamlyn Tomita and Hudson Yang
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. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 10 Oct 2017 - 14min - 475 - 'The Happiest Person In The World' | ft. Jon Cryer
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 coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Mon, 02 Oct 2017 - 11min - 474 - 'Why The Ocean Is Salty' | feat. Lou Diamond Phillips, Jon Jon Briones
Lou Diamond Phillips ("Longmire," "33") and Jon Jon Briones ("Miss Saigon") star in the classic Filipino folktale "Why The Ocean is Salty." Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 26 Sep 2017 - 13min - 473 - 'Stella And The Dragon' | feat. Kathryn Hahn
Kathryn Hahn ("Bad Moms Christmas") stars in this Romanian folktale about a clever mother and her quest to outwit a powerful dragon. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Mon, 18 Sep 2017 - 17min - 472 - 'It Could Always Get Worse' | feat. Jason Alexander
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 coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Thu, 08 Jun 2017 - 12min - 471 - Encore: 'Sadko And The Sea'
Max Greenfield ("The Neighborhood," "New Girl") stars in this Russian folktale about the power of music. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 21 Aug 2018 - 25min - 470 - Encore: 'The Owner Of The Sun'
YouTuber and comedian Joanna Hausmann stars in a Venezuelan folktale about an enterprising young girl and her quest to free the sun. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Mon, 06 Aug 2018 - 11min - 469 - 'Cow Wells And Cow Bells' | feat. Billy Porter and Joshua Boone
Greed. Deception. Adorable baby cows. Billy Porter ("Pose") and Joshua Boone ("Seven Seconds") star in this East African folktale that asks: "is honesty always the best policy?"
Tue, 31 Jul 2018 - 14min - 468 - 'The Unwelcome Guest' | feat. Richard Kind
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 judging a book by its cover.
Tue, 24 Jul 2018 - 15min - 467 - 'The King And The Cobbler' | feat. Keith David and James Naughton
When the most powerful person in the land has never relied on himself, trouble ensues! Keith David ("Greenleaf") and James Naughton ("The Blacklist," "Our Town") co-star in a folktale that claims many homes--from Afghanistan to Greece.
Tue, 17 Jul 2018 - 21min - 466 - 'The Months Of The Year' | feat. Ailsa Chang and Joshua Rush
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 which has its origins in Russia, Greece, and the Czech Republic. To download the free coloring page for this story, visit: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 10 Jul 2018 - 21min - 465 - Encore: 'The Woman Who Lived In A Vinegar Bottle' feat. Sela Ward
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 coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Mon, 02 Jul 2018 - 13min - 464 - 'The Skylark' | feat. Miriam Shor
Miriam Shor ("Younger," "The Americans,") stars in this Portuguese folktale about a feathered creature who gives a young, inpatient man a lesson he'll never forget.
Mon, 25 Jun 2018 - 14min - 463 - 'The Perfect Partnership' | Feat. Joshua Johnson and Sam Sanders
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.
Tue, 19 Jun 2018 - 16min - 462 - 'The Friendship Orchard' | feat. Susan Stamberg and Linda Wertheimer
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 of big treasure. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 12 Jun 2018 - 13min - 461 - 'A Taste Of Honey' | feat. Hannah Simone
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 coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 05 Jun 2018 - 18min - 460 - Encore: 'It Could Always Get Worse' | feat. Jason Alexander
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 this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Tue, 29 May 2018 - 13min - 459 - Two Hour Road Trip Reel: 'The Animal Kingdom'
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 feathered friends. Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Wed, 23 May 2018 - 1h 48min - 458 - 90 Minute Road Trip Reel: 'Casting A Spell'
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 Cloth," and "The Barber's Secret." To print out the coloring pages associated with these stories, visit wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Wed, 23 May 2018 - 1h 22min - 457 - One Hour Road Trip Reel: 'Playing By Ear'
Buckle your seat belt for a spectacular ride! This 60 minute playlist features your favorite Circle Round stories about music including "The Drum," "Sadko and the Sea," and "The Piper and the Pooka." Download a coloring page for this episode here: wbur.org/circleround/coloring-pages
Wed, 23 May 2018 - 1h 03min - 456 - The Rightful HeirOliver Stark (9-1-1, Into the Badlands) plays a clever king who concocts the perfect plan for telling a good egg from a bad seed.Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 22min
- 455 - Encore: The Friendship OrchardNPR veterans Linda Wertheimer and Susan Stamberg co-star in a Kazakh folktale about lifelong friends whose bond is tested by an unexpected discovery.Tue, 16 Apr 2024 - 16min
- 454 - A Bee in the BushErika Ishii (Worlds Beyond Number, Apex Legends) headlines this Vietnamese tale about getting a bee in your bonnet, buzzing off, and feeling the sting.Tue, 09 Apr 2024 - 23min
- 453 - The Cleverest Person in the RoomVanessa Aspillaga (Dora Saves the Snow Princess, Leave the World Behind) stars in this Puerto Rican and Chilean tale about baby basil, cuddly kittens, and how two heads can be better than one.Tue, 02 Apr 2024 - 25min
- 452 - The Whole CartJulia Chan (Bojack Horseman, Extinct) and Hrishikesh Hirway (Song Exploder, The West Wing Weekly) co-star in a story from India about matching wits, mincing words, and getting the upper hand.Tue, 26 Mar 2024 - 21min
- 451 - The Young HealerJonigan Booth (The Underdoggs, This Is Us) headlines this Angolan tale about flowing with your heart, and the healing power of dreams.Tue, 19 Mar 2024 - 25min
- 450 - The Polka-Dotted PigeonAdam Goldberg (The Equalizer) stars in this Portuguese tale about ambitions, imposters, and making the feathers fly!Tue, 12 Mar 2024 - 28min
- 449 - The Uncommon CommonerRecorded live at The Cowell Theater in San Francisco, this story with roots in Europe and Asia proves that wisdom can be found in unexpected places.Tue, 05 Mar 2024 - 29min
- 448 - Grime and PunishmentRecorded live at The Cowell Theater in San Francisco, this Chinese tale shows why a good neighbor is priceless, and why a bad neighbor pays the price.Tue, 27 Feb 2024 - 23min
- 447 - Encore: The Basilisk’s StareIn this tale inspired by a Polish legend, Nabiyah Be (Black Panther, Daisy Jones & The Six) and Evan Whitten (The Resident, Ahsoka) face off against a fantastical creature whose gaze turns people to stone.Tue, 20 Feb 2024 - 20min
- 446 - The Weeping Witness
Brittany Ishibashi (Runaways, Hawaii Five-O) stars in a Japanese and Persian tale about facing the music and changing your tune.
Tue, 13 Feb 2024 - 17min - 445 - The Lone Dragon
Ellen Wong (Beacon 23, GLOW) headlines a Chinese legend about how the dragon came to be a powerful symbol of prosperity and luck.
Tue, 06 Feb 2024 - 20min - 444 - Something Fishy
Jorma Taccone (The Lonely Island, Spider-Man: Across the Spiderverse) stars in a tale from Hawaii about a fisherman whose magical gift leads to a fishy situation.
Tue, 30 Jan 2024 - 22min - 443 - The Seal of Fate
Ahmed Mawas (Human Resources, Rescuing Christmas) plays a king with a knack for finding the truth and sealing the deal in this tale from Persia.
Tue, 23 Jan 2024 - 26min - 442 - The Sharpest Tack
Negin Farsad (Fake the Nation, Wait, Wait... Don't Tell Me!) and Stacey Vanek Smith (Planet Money, The Indicator) face off in a battle of wits in this tale with roots in North America, China, and the Middle East.
Tue, 16 Jan 2024 - 24min - 441 - Rhyming Rhino
Kel Mitchell (Good Burger 2, Kenan and Kel) plays a hungry rhino with a gift for trickery and poetry in this African tale from the savanna.
Tue, 09 Jan 2024 - 26min - 440 - Encore: The Nine Sticks
Maulik Pancholy (Phineas and Ferb; Mira, Royal Detective) and Nikesh Patel (Four Weddings and a Funeral, The Devil’s Hour) headline this Indian story that asks what's more precious: glittering jewels, or good friends?
Tue, 02 Jan 2024 - 20min - 439 - The Forest Folk
Recorded live at CitySpace at The Lavine Broadcast Center in Boston, Mass., this German tale about unconditional love explains the enchanting origins of a classic holiday tradition.
Tue, 26 Dec 2023 - 26min - 438 - Encore: The Horse of a Different Color
Christina Anthony (Mixed-ish, Key & Peele) and Tony winner Lindsay Mendez (Carousel, Merrily We Roll Along) play a one-of-a-kind horse and rider in this enchanted tale from across the Spanish-speaking world and beyond.
Tue, 19 Dec 2023 - 26min - 437 - Encore: Coyote's Flame
Brittany O'Grady (Little Voice, The White Lotus) stars in a Native American tale about a cunning creature who uses teamwork to bring light, sun and fire to the dark, cold world.
Tue, 12 Dec 2023 - 19min - 436 - The Secret of Success
Helen Hong (Family Switch, The Thundermans) stars in a tale with English, Welsh, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Indian roots about how imagination and effort affect supply and demand.
Tue, 05 Dec 2023 - 25min - 435 - The Valley Visitor
NPR’s Ailsa Chang (All Things Considered) headlines a Chinese tale about a mysterious guest, a raging storm, and the true fruits of kindness.
Tue, 28 Nov 2023 - 20min - 434 - Encore: The Red Leather Shoes
Aasif Mandvi (The Daily Show, Evil) and Madhur Jaffrey (Madhur Jaffrey's Curry Nation, I Feel Bad) co-star in this Indian story about a wise king, a generous shoemaker, and a priceless pair of shoes.
Tue, 21 Nov 2023 - 24min - 433 - Riches to Rags
Veteran Wait, Wait... Don't Tell Me! panelists Tom Bodett and Roxanne Roberts co-star in a Dutch tale about a treasure so precious, it's priceless, and so valuable, it's invaluable!
Tue, 14 Nov 2023 - 22min - 432 - The Upside-Down Tree
Comedian Alonzo Bodden (Wait, Wait... Don't Tell Me!, Heavy Lightweight) headlines this African legend about how one animal’s mischief created the savanna’s most majestic, magical trees.
Tue, 07 Nov 2023 - 19min - 431 - The Four Winds
Kimberly Guerrero (Spirit Rangers, Reservation Dogs) stars in a tale from the Lakota people about one thieving fox and four wise winds.
Tue, 31 Oct 2023 - 23min - 430 - The Crowning Achievement
Faith Salie (Wait, Wait... Don't Tell Me, CBS Sunday Morning) stars in a Jewish legend about a princess who learns how to lead with her head and her heart.
Tue, 24 Oct 2023 - 24min - 429 - The Sweetest Sounds
NPR's Rachel Martin (Up First, Enlighten Me) and Ayesha Rascoe (Weekend Edition, Up First) co-star in a Hungarian tale about a violinist, a wizardess, and listening to the music of your heart.
Tue, 17 Oct 2023 - 19min - 428 - Heart and Stone
Joshua Johnson (The Night Light with Joshua Johnson, Now Tonight with Joshua Johnson) headlines this international tale about losing your heart and finding an adventure.
Mon, 09 Oct 2023 - 24min - 427 - The Stork King
Julian Lerner (The Wonder Years, Alma's Way) stars in a Ukrainian tale about how high-flying risks can pay off in the end.
Tue, 03 Oct 2023 - 28min - 426 - The Empty Barrel
Anjali Bhimani (Overwatch, Stray Gods) stars in this Moroccan Jewish tale about a woman who doesn’t view chores as a barrel of fun, until they lead to a boatload of adventure!
Tue, 26 Sep 2023 - 24min - 425 - The Clock Bird
Byron Mann (The Modelizer) plays a preening, boastful bird in this Latin American story about learning there's no "I" in team.
Tue, 19 Sep 2023 - 18min - 424 - The Bright Side
Broadway star Liana Hunt (Back to the Future) headlines this tale with Polish and Hispanic roots about seeing the bright side, even when things get dark.
Tue, 12 Sep 2023 - 28min - 423 - Encore: The Star Fruit Tree
Oscar nominee Stephanie Hsu (Everything Everywhere All At Once, The Monkey King) headlines this magical Vietnamese tale about the sweet rewards generosity and contentment can bring.
Tue, 05 Sep 2023 - 21min - 422 - Big news from Rebecca Sheir… plus an exclusive Circle Round story!
Announcing an exciting new way for you to Circle Round with us, support public radio and get some really cool stuff — welcome to the Circle Round Club! Also check out the preview of one of our bonus bedtime stories: a tale we call “The Lighthouse of the Pampas,” from the South American country of Uruguay.
Thu, 31 Aug 2023 - 05min - 421 - The Elephant in the Room
Recorded live at Tanglewood with members of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and a star-studded cast, this Chinese courtroom drama explores truth, justice, and the elephant way.
Tue, 29 Aug 2023 - 20min - 420 - The Bitter Truth
Recorded live at Tanglewood with members of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and a star-studded cast, this West African tale shows why dishonesty is definitely not the best policy!
Tue, 22 Aug 2023 - 25min - 419 - All Tied Up
Recorded live at Tanglewood with members of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and a star-studded cast, this tale from Borneo features a tiny trickster who untangles a problem by tying it up in knots!
Tue, 15 Aug 2023 - 25min - 418 - A Biscuit, A Basket
Saara Chaudry (The Muppets Mayhem, Holly Hobby) stars in this tale from India and beyond about good deeds, bad intentions, and biscuits. Lots of biscuits.
Tue, 08 Aug 2023 - 25min - 417 - The Blizzard Wizard
Vivien Lyra Blair (Obi-Wan Kenobi, The Boogeyman) headlines this story from the indigenous peoples of Sibera about a supernatural spirit with a very cold shoulder.
Tue, 01 Aug 2023 - 21min - 416 - Encore: The Great Ball Game
In this Native American and First Nations tale, William Jackson Harper (The Good Place, Love Life) portrays a tiny creature who teaches the other animals and birds to appreciate what it means to be different.
Tue, 25 Jul 2023 - 20min - 415 - Encore: A Taste of Honey
Hannah Simone (New Girl; Mira, Royal Detective) stars alongside her real-life father Naren Simone in a South Asian tale about the power of self-reliance.
Tue, 18 Jul 2023 - 21min - 414 - Encore: The Unwelcome Guest
Richard Kind (Inside Out, American Dad!) stars in this Middle Eastern folktale about a clever man who teaches his village a thing or two about the dangers of judging a book by its cover.
Tue, 11 Jul 2023 - 18min - 413 - Encore: The Lion’s Whisker
Miles Brown and Marsai Martin (Black-ish) co-star with NPR veteran Ofeiba Quist-Arcton in this Ethiopian story about courage, collaboration, patience, and sibling love.
Tue, 04 Jul 2023 - 14min - 412 - Buried Treasure - live at KCRW
Recorded live at KCRW in Santa Monica, CA, this story with international roots shows how having a soft spot for hard work can pay off -- big time!
Tue, 27 Jun 2023 - 24min - 411 - Two Moons - live at KCRW
Recorded live at KCRW in Santa Monica, CA, this story from Thailand, Laos, and Malaysia gives a whole new meaning to "promising the moon"!
Tue, 20 Jun 2023 - 24min - 410 - The Bird of a Different Feather - live at Round House Theatre
Recorded live at Round House Theatre in Bethesda, MD, this African tale explains how the guinea fowl got its distinctively speckled feathers.
Tue, 13 Jun 2023 - 22min
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