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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 6h

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 6h

Looking for a seasonal escape? We got you covered! We've got two new stories coming to your queue this month.

Check out Part 1 “The Captive Maiden and The Wandering Knight” out now. It's the perfect tale to curl up with a cup of tea or a companion to your autumnal stroll.

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 6h

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 6h

When she's not in the booth, she can be found belting out showtunes, drawing on her iPad, and drinking far too many cups of hot chocolate.

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 6h

MJ Chestang (she/her) is a voice actor and singer with a passion for storytelling and bringing characters to life. She's known for her roles in numerous visual novels and audio dramas, as well as her commercial work with brands like XOX Kweenie.

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 6h

MEET THE CAST! The melodic, beautiful voice behind RAPUNZEL in “The Captive Maiden & The Wandering Knight” was our dear MJ Cheastang!

@mjmagicish.bsky.social was a true gem to work with, and a moving heart to this story.

ACT 2 of "The Captive Maiden and The Wandering Knight" COMING FRIDAY!!!

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 5d

We so agree!!!

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 5d

With a penchant for fantasy villains and lifelong dedication to queer feminist empowerment, she couldn't be more thrilled to be part of a series where her passions are championed.

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 5d

Seasoned British actor, writer, and director for both stage and screen, Liz (she/her) has been telling stories since before she can remember....

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 5d

We are just in awe of Liz’s versatility and passion. You can hear her work in “The Captive Maiden & The Wandering Knight” ACT 1 OUT NOW WHEREVER YOU GET YOUR PODCASTS!!!

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 5d

MEET THE CAST! Wondering about the incredible talent behind both PENELOPE BAKER and the ENCHANTRESS in “The Captive Maiden & The Wandering Knight”? None other than the magical Elizabeth Plant!

@celestielleva.bsky.social <3

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 6d

An award-winning voice actor, she can regularly be heard on The NoSleep Podcast as a narrator and voice actor, as well as appearing in other audio dramas and video games.

Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 6d

Erika Sanderson (she/her) trained at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in London. A highly versatile character actor, Erika has created a myriad of roles in a variety of genres from children's theatre to classical plays and musical theatre.

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 6d

No other could have played DR. EDWINA MARCHE so perfectly but Erika Sanderson!

SO grateful for @erikasanderson.com thoughtful craft in this process. You can hear her work in The Captive Maiden & The Wandering Knight

ACT 1 OUT NOW WHEREVER YOU GET YOUR PODCASTS!!!

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 9d

So grateful to feature your work @erikasanderson.com, you sound incredible in this episode!

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 10d

I’m very proud of this one!

I play Dr Edwina Marche, an Oxford professor with a story to weave…

This is a beautiful queer retelling of Rapunzel, carefully threaded with the story of Silence, a non binary knight.

Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 11d

Act 1 of “The Captive Maiden & The Wandering Knight” is NOW LIVE!!!

Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, or at the link here!

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 9d

So lucky to work with you MJ, thank you for adding your considerable talents to this story!

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 11d

The real story of Rapunzel... and Silence. Could this story of danger, magic, and romance truly be worth it?

Tales We Twisted: Rapunzel (a German fairytale) x Silence (a 700-year-old French epic fairytale)

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 11d

Dr. Edwina Marche and her assistant, Penelope Baker, sit in a rainy pub in 1960s England. Anticipating their return for Oxford’s final term of the year, Dr. Marche has suddenly announced her intent to scrap the established lesson plan and teach a brand new tale...

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 11d

Vocal performances by @erikasanderson.com @celestielleva.bsky.social @mjmagicish.bsky.social @renjamin-speaks.bsky.social

Script by @virginiaspotts.bsky.social
Directed by Jennie Grenelle
Sound Design by @litewray.bsky.social
Musical Composition by Jesse Haugen

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 11d

Act 1 of “The Captive Maiden & The Wandering Knight” is NOW LIVE!!!

Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, or at the link here!

www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect...

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 12d

We have a bunch of upcoming bonus content planned. Join today, and for as little as $5 you can have access to fairytale recipes, the original tales this episode was inspired by, and so much more!

Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 12d

✨NOW ON PATREON! ✨

Simply can’t wait to hear “The Captive Maiden & The Wandering Knight” by Virginia Spotts? We have great news, you can hear it TODAY on our Patreon!

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Erika Sanderson @erikasanderson.com · 14d

This is a gorgeous story, and I can't wait for people to hear it!

Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 14d

COMING THIS FRIDAY! Don’t miss our first tale of the season!

“The Captive Maiden & The Wandering Knight”

Written by Virginia Spotts
Directed by Jennie Grenelle
Design by Wray Van Winkle
Composition by Jesse Haugen

Vocal Performances by Erika Sanderson, Elizabeth Plant, MJ Chestang, Ren Alberg

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Feminist Fairytales Podcast @feministfairytales.bsky.social · 14d

@renjamin-speaks.bsky.social @erikasanderson.com @celestielleva.bsky.social @mjmagicish.bsky.social @litewray.bsky.social @virginiaspotts.bsky.social

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