The British English Podcast
Bitesize Ep 64 - Commentary on The Children's Book "Jack & The Beanstalk"
Sep 1, 2023
Join Charlie as he puts a British spin on the classic tale of 'Jack & The Beanstalk', discussing the origins of the story, the gender of leprechauns, and the questionable decisions made by Jack. Reflecting on the ending, Charlie explores the graphic nature of Jack killing the giant and the consequences of his newfound wealth.
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- The podcast host offers a humorous commentary on the classic story, questioning Jack's decision-making and highlighting inconsistencies in the plot.
- The podcast host emphasizes the importance of listener support and provides access to additional educational resources for further learning.
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Jack and the Beanstalk: A Classic English Fairy Tale
Jack, a lazy but good-natured boy, trades his cow for five magic beans. His mother throws the beans out the window, but a giant beanstalk grows overnight. Curious, Jack climbs it and finds a castle in the clouds. He learns his father was killed by the giant and decides to take back their stolen gold. With the help of a friendly fairy, Jack sneaks into the castle. He takes a bag of gold, a golden-egg-laying hen, and a self-playing harp. Jack's mother is overjoyed, and they improve their lives. However, Jack's greed leads him to climb the beanstalk again, resulting in a thrilling chase. Jack manages to escape, cuts down the beanstalk, and the giant dies. Jack and his mother live happily ever after, enjoying their newfound prosperity.
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