Feminist Fairytales

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains sensitive material that may not be suitable for all audiences, including themes relating to refugee affairs and abortion. Listener discretion is advised.  Suab, a Hmong shaman from Southeast China, finds spiritual asylum in the graces of Guanyin after being pursued by mysterious spirits. Guanyin is willing to listen and see what has caused such suffering to the shaman's state...but the more she inquires of the shaman's past, the more her unconditional compassion and mercy wavers. Why has Suab fled her country? From what exactly is she trying to escape from? How may a Goddess find empathy in the conflicting values of a modern world? This episode was performed by Chloe Ong, Ryako, Karen Li, Deanna Halls, Breanna Pearl, Calista Wong, and Andrew Quilpa Episode script by Elizabeth Ung Dramaturgy by Navi Sound Design and Musical Composition by Ryako Directed by Angela Yih Interlude performed by Jennie Grenelle, Madeleine Regina, and Connor Bushoven. Interlude scripts by Madeleine Regina. Interlude Sound Design by Van Winkle.  Feminist Fairytales is produced by Madeleine Regina, Van Winkle, Jennie Grenelle, Madelyn Dorta and Emma Love.  Theme music composed and produced by Juliana Marin. A special thank you to our kickstarter supporter Rebecca Barry, the fairygodparent who made this episode possible with her generous donation. Episode transcript is slightly delayed as our transcription software is down! We will upload asap! Love Feminist Fairytales? Get early access to all episodes by becoming a Patreon member today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hidden in the woods of Tennessee, Kate lives as a spirit, unable to be seen or heard. In the nearby town, Elizabeth leads a sheltered life, stifled by the evangelical expectations of her family. After a fateful meeting, the girls find a friend and confidante in each other. Together, these star-crossed companions have a chance to break free from their oppressive existences and discover who they truly are. This episode was performed by Virginia Spotts, Lev Rodriguez Shivers, Melissa J. Lackie, Connor Bushoven, and George Hoctor Episode script by Brooke-Erin Smith Sound Design by Van Winkle Directed by Jennie Grenelle Feminist Fairytales is produced by Madeleine Regina, Van Winkle, Jennie Grenelle, Madelyn Dorta and Emma Love.  Theme music composed and produced by Juliana Marin. Episode transcript can be found here. Love Feminist Fairytales? Get early access to all episodes by becoming a Patreon member today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hidden in the woods of Tennessee, Kate lives as a spirit, unable to be seen or heard. In the nearby town, Elizabeth leads a sheltered life, stifled by the evangelical expectations of her family. After a fateful meeting, the girls find a friend and confidante in each other. Together, these star-crossed companions have a chance to break free from their oppressive existences and discover who they truly are. This episode was performed by Virginia Spotts, Lev Rodriguez Shivers, Melissa J. Lackie, and Connor Bushoven  Episode script by Brooke-Erin Smith Sound Design by Van Winkle Directed by Jennie Grenelle Interlude performed by Jennie Grenelle, and Madeleine Regina. Interlude scripts by Madeleine Regina. Interlude Sound Design by Van Winkle.  Feminist Fairytales is produced by Madeleine Regina, Van Winkle, Jennie Grenelle, Madelyn Dorta and Emma Love.  Theme music composed and produced by Juliana Marin. Episode transcript can be found here. Love Feminist Fairytales? Get early access to all episodes by becoming a Patreon member today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever since Princess Atreya was released from the tower where she spent her adolescence, all anyone ever does is tell her to smile. Everyone knows Atreya has no sense of humor––or does she? Baffled by expectations that she should behave coquettishly for the delight of suitors she doesn’t find amusing, Atreya is maligned as a shrew and blamed for the kingdom’s misfortunes. The king offers Atreya’s fair hand to any man who can make her laugh. Which might be a problem for a rebellious princess who doesn't think these lame dudes are funny... This episode was performed by Rebecca Tanwen Episode script by Kari Zander Sound Design by Emma Love Co-Directed by Madeleine Regina and Emma Love Feminist Fairytales is produced by Madeleine Regina, Van Winkle, Jennie Grenelle, Madelyn Dorta and Emma Love. Theme music composed and produced by Juliana Marin. Episode transcript can be found here. Love Feminist Fairytales? Get early access to all episodes by becoming a Patreon member today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A third brutal mauling sends ripples of fear, skepticism, and curiosity through the inhabitants of a small town in South Florida — although none of Val's classmates at Sweetcrest County College seem to be taking it seriously. Despite the warnings, Val's friends convince her to go to a party that's being thrown off campus where Val learns that not all monsters are what they seem. This episode was performed by Lena Garcia, Logan Fletcher, Tyanni Mah, Mystic Waterz, Carlos R. Rivera, and Aja Rhianna Episode script by Nicole Martinez Sound Design by Patrick Mullen Directed by Madelyn Dorta Feminist Fairytales is produced by Madeleine Regina, Van Winkle, Jennie Grenelle, Madelyn Dorta and Emma Love.  Theme music composed and produced by Juliana Marin. Episode transcript can be found here. Interested in supporting our work? Feminist Fairytales Patreon is linked here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices