The Fox And The Hedgehog

Stories about unlikely heroes have captivated people for thousands of years. This week, social scientist Ben Rogers explores why the "hero's journey" resonates so deeply, and how the stories we tell about our own lives can shape our sense of purpose. He explains why seeing oursel ...  Show more

Pain feels like a simple message from the body. If your elbow hurts, there must be something wrong with your elbow. If your back is painfully stiff, you need some work done on your back. But psychologist Rachel Zoffness says our minds play a much larger role in our experience of ...  Show more

Listen to the story of the wise old owl and the impulsive fox as they compete in a contest of wits. Learn the valuable lesson that intelligence and wisdom are more powerful than force and quick thinking. Tune in to Milk & Think, the child-friendly podcast that promotes the ...

Today's episode is Adapted from an Aesop’s fable. Follow along as a cat named George makes friends with a very braggy fox. Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your ...  Show more

Despite cute talking animals, the world in the stories of Reynard the fox is a rough place. The fox might not be the biggest or toughest animal in the kingdom, but he is the smartest. Once he gets talking, run, because there's no way you're going to come out the other end in one ...  Show more

In this heartwarming tale, follow the journey of Felix, a clever little fox who discovers a magical apple that gives him incredible powers of intelligence and cunning. But when his newfound intelligence leads him down a path of pride and arrogance, he learns a valuable lesson abo ...  Show more