Myths and Legends cover image

312-Norwegian Folklore: Let's Dance

Myths and Legends

00:00

Freddy, the Sheriff, and the Thorns

Fiddle music always made Freddy happy, and he hoped it would be the same for his former employer. It was more difficult to play than he had any idea - Squeaky and raw and just terrible. The notes came out sharp and sour, but the sheriff seemed to love it. His toes were the first to jiggle, then his hips began to waggle, and his arms took on a new life of their own. By the time the man made it through with the dead magpie, and Freddy lowered his fiddle, the sheriff was the one who was barely recognizable. "You know, you kind of look like I did when I left your employment," Freddy tried again

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app