Anansi Storytime
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S2: How a Man Was Bewitched and Had His Head Shaved by Foxes [Contains Mature Themes]
Anansi Storytime
11/22/17 • 11 min
Culture: Japanese
Based on a story by: Algernon Bertram Freeman-Mitford, Lord Redesdale
Summary: Today we have a story about how everything comes up tails when a man is outfoxed on a wager.
This episode contains descriptions of torture. Viewer discretion is advised.
Production:
- Writer - Max Baskin
- Director - Hank Romanesco
- Engineer - Brandon Strader
- Engineer - David Allen
Players:
- Keith Riley - Villager
- Lisa Watson - Daughter
- Lynne - Anrakuji
- Matt "Olaf" Hinton - Father
- Max Baskin - Narrator
- Thierry Barston - Mother
- Thomas Sixten - Tokutaro
Special Guests: Brandon Strader, David Allen, Hank Romanesco, Keith Riley, Lisa Watson, Lynn Parsons, Matt "Olaf" Hinton, Max Baskin, Thierry Barston, and Thomas Sixten.
S2: Why Coyote Stopped Imitating His Friends
Anansi Storytime
10/23/17 • 10 min
Culture: Caddo (Native North American)
Based on a story by: Unknown
Summary: A story about how Coyote, despite dogged determination, was left lupining for his friends gifts.
Production:
- Producer - Scooter
- Writer - LJ Donnell
- Director - Hank Romanesco
- Engineer - DJ Drummond
- Engineer - David Allen
Players: - Andrew Whitby - Coyote
- Chris G - Raven
- LJ Donnell - Narrator
- Max Baskin - Woodpecker
- Thomas Sixten - Bear
Special Guests: Andrew Whitby, Chris G, David Allen, DJ Drummond, Hank Romanesco, LJ Donnell, Max Baskin, and Thomas Sixten.
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S2: Why Anansi Has Eight Thin Legs
Anansi Storytime
07/20/17 • 3 min
Culture: Akan
Based on a story by: Farida Salifu
Summary: A story about a spider whose eyes are too big for his stomach and his legs.
Production:
- Writer - Thomas Sixten
- Director - Hank Romanesco
- Engineer - DJ Drummond
- Engineer - David Allen
Players:
- Boston Moss - Hog
- Killian Saylor (Credited as David Saylor) - Child Monkey
- Don Davenport - Father Monkey
- Kjatar Tavishen - Anansi
- LJ Donnell - Rabbit
- Thomas Sixten - Narrator
Special Guests: Boston Moss, David Allen, DJ Drummond, Don Davenport, Hank Romanesco, Killian Saylor, Kjatar Tavishen, LJ Donnell, and Thomas Sixten.
S2: Maui Snares The Sun
Anansi Storytime
04/19/17 • 12 min
Culture: Polynesian
Based on a story by: W.D. Westervelt
Summary: A story of when Maui unlocked the underworld’s door to the heavens, he thought he was doing a great good for his people. But when the sun, a thoughtless creature of heat and light, brings calamity to his people, Maui finds his work is far from finished.
Production:
- Writer - LJ Donnell
- Director - Hank Romanesco
- Engineer - DJ Drummond
Players:
- Chris G. - Mother
- Greg Zumbrook - Villager 3
- Lisa Watson - Vatea, Villager 1
- LJ Donnell - Sun
- Matt "Olaf" Hinton - Maui
- Max Baskin - Tonga-Iti, Villager 2, Grandmother
- Thierry Barston - Narrator
- Thomas Sixten - MoeMoe
Special Guests: Chris G, DJ Drummond, Hank Romanesco, Lisa Watson, LJ Donnell, Matt "Olaf" Hinton, Max Baskin, Thierry Barston, and Thomas Sixten.
S2: The Golden Apple of Discord
Anansi Storytime
02/05/17 • 8 min
Culture: Greek
Based on a story by: Ovid
Summary: A story about the troubles caused by a slighted goddess who uses a golden apple to avenge herself when she was kept out of a feast.
Production:
- Writer - Thierry Barston
- Director - Hank Romanesco
- Engineer - DJ Drummond
Players:
- Andrew Whitby - Narrator
- Chris G - Paris
- Don Davenport - Agelaus
- Kjatar Tavishen - Zeus, Aesacus
- LJ Donnell - Aphrodite
- Matt "Olaf" Hinton - King Menelaus, Priam
- Morgan Hazelwood - Eris
- Thierry Barston - Hera
- Sara Davenport - Athena
- Scooter - Hermes, Ares
- Thierry Barston - Hecuba
Special Guests: Andrew Whitby, Chris G, DJ Drummond, Don Davenport, Hank Romanesco, Kjatar Tavishen, LJ Donnell, Matt "Olaf" Hinton, Morgan Hazelwood, Sara Davenport, and Thierry Barston.
S1: Journey For The Golden Tower (Bonus)
Anansi Storytime
12/30/16 • 4 min
Summary: A story about a boy who leaves home for fame and glory and returns with what really matters.
Production:
- Writer - Anansi Storytime
- Director - Hank Romanesco
- Engineer - DJ Drummond
Players:
- Don Davenport - Wind
- Matt "Olaf" Hinton - Boy
- Max Baskin - Wisewoman
- Sara Davenport - Narrator
Special Guests: DJ Drummond, Don Davenport, Hank Romanesco, Matt "Olaf" Hinton, Max Baskin, and Sara Davenport.
S1: Doctor Knowall
Anansi Storytime
09/23/16 • 5 min
Culture: Germany
Based on a story by: Brothers Grimm
Summary: A silly story about a very fortunate peasant.
Production:
- Writer - John Bachman
- Director - Hank Romanesco
- Engineer - DJ Drummond
Players:
- Brannen - Servant 2
- Chris G - Narrator
- LJ Donnell - Servant 1
- Matt "Olaf" Hinton - Crabb, Servant 5
- Morgan Hazelwood - Lord, Servant 4
- Thierry Barston - Servant 3, Doctor
Special Guests: Brannen, Chris G, DJ Drummond, Hank Romanesco, John Bachman, LJ Donnell, Matt "Olaf" Hinton, Morgan Hazelwood, and Thierry Barston.
S1: The Sweep And The Noble Lady
Anansi Storytime
09/23/16 • 10 min
Culture: Middle East
Based on a Story by: Sir Richard Burton
Summary: A story about a poor man who finds himself in an unexpected turn of fortune.
Production:
- Writer - John Bachman
- Director - Hank Romanesco
- Engineer - DJ Drummond
Players:
- Andrew Whitby - Emir
- Chris G - Narrator
- John Donnell - Sweep
- Lisa Watson - Slave Girl
- LJ Donnell - Lady
- Matt "Olaf" Hinton - Lord
- Will Burghart - Eunuch
Special Guests: Andrew Whitby, Chris G, DJ Drummond, Hank Romanesco, John Bachman, John Donnell, Lisa Watson, LJ Donnell, Matt "Olaf" Hinton, and Will Burghart.
S1: The Island Of Skeletons
Anansi Storytime
09/23/16 • 14 min
Culture: North American Native American
Based on a Story by: Margaret Compton
Summary: A story about how a young boy’s kindness helps him to overcome adversity.
Production:
- Editor: LJ Donnell
- Director - Hank Romanesco
- Engineer - DJ Drummond
Players:
- Aine Connelly - Giant 1
- Don Davenport - The Man
- John Donnell - Red Shell
- LJ Donnell - The Skeleton
- Marcia Litt - Narrator
- Matt "Olaf" Hinton - Giant 2
- Sara Davenport - Big Wave
- Scooter - Wild Sage
Special Guests: Aine Connelly, DJ Drummond, Don Davenport, Hank Romanesco, John Bachman, LJ Donnell, Marcia Litt, Matt "Olaf" Hinton, and Sara Davenport.
S3: Famous Fairy Tales (Preview)
Anansi Storytime
10/11/19 • 0 min
Come and enjoy this sneak peak into our third season.
This time we present less commonly known versions of famous fairy tales.
Please Enjoy.
Special Guest: Max Baskin.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Anansi Storytime have?
Anansi Storytime currently has 34 episodes available.
What topics does Anansi Storytime cover?
The podcast is about Fiction, Drama, Podcasts and Education.
What is the most popular episode on Anansi Storytime?
The episode title 'S3: Hansel & Gretel' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Anansi Storytime?
The average episode length on Anansi Storytime is 11 minutes.
How often are episodes of Anansi Storytime released?
Episodes of Anansi Storytime are typically released every 30 days, 17 hours.
When was the first episode of Anansi Storytime?
The first episode of Anansi Storytime was released on Sep 23, 2016.
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