
Chinese Folk Tales
Immerse yourself in the enchanting narrative of Chinese Cinderella, the romantic tale of the cowherd and the fairy, and the heroic legend of the fearless female general, Mulan...... These mythical stories blur the lines of reality, featuring epic protagonists. Join us on a wondrous journey into a new world, imbued with tradition, mythology, and enduring wisdom. Subscribe and listen now.
Latest episodes

Mar 24, 2025 • 11min
Nezha conquers the sea(video)
"Ne Zha 2" is a global hit, but in China, Nezha has been a legendary folk hero for centuries! Watch the video and discover the classic tale of "Nezha Conquers the Sea"!

Feb 18, 2025 • 13min
The Original Tale of Blockbuster Film Character Nezha
Discover the captivating origin of Nezha, beginning with a general's extraordinary pregnancy. Marvel at Nezha's miraculous birth from a meatball and his rapid rise to power. Join him as he playfully disrupts the underwater kingdom, leading to hilarious chaos. Witness his epic battle with the Dragon King's son, a fierce confrontation that culminates in a heroic sacrifice. Nezha's journey emphasizes magic, bravery, and resilience, solidifying his legendary status in Chinese folklore!

Mar 10, 2024 • 13min
Bonus episode: The mythical tale of the Chinese dragon (video)
In this video, join us on a journey through time as we unravel a story behind the legendary creature "Loong" and explore how it has come to represent an array of awe-inspiring qualities and blessings.

Feb 7, 2024 • 14min
Bonus episode: The mythical tale of the Chinese dragon
In this special edition, we're waving goodbye to the Year of the Rabbit and welcoming the Year of the Loong, or the Year of the Chinese Dragon. Join us on a journey through time as we unravel a story behind this legendary creature and explore how it has come to represent an array of awe-inspiring qualities and blessings.

Oct 19, 2023 • 13min
S3E20: Sun Moon Lake
China has some incredible landscapes and science tells us how they have been shaped over millions of years of evolution. Yes, we know about the movements of the earth, of volcanoes, the power of wind and rain. But ancient stories suggest maybe... just maybe other forces have been at work creating the Sun Moon Lake.

Oct 12, 2023 • 18min
S3E19: The reward of truthful souls
Once upon a time, there was a kind and brave young man who ventured up a mountain, fought a monster and saved a princess. This story teaches that doing good things and telling the truth will make everything turn out right.

Sep 28, 2023 • 13min
S3E18: Mulan
The ancient story of Mulan is an old favorite of many, made more popular outside China with grand movies in recent years. Join us in reliving the life and times of courageous Mulan.

Sep 21, 2023 • 16min
S3E17: The Peacock Princess
Do you know that for some people the peacock is a symbol of happiness? The Dai people consider it a holy bird and the traditional Peacock Dance is still very popular nowadays. We have a love story to tell you, from thousands of years ago when Peacock princesses could fly.

Sep 14, 2023 • 16min
S3E16: Threads of wonder: When brocade comes to life
A widow is inspired to create a work of such beauty in our next tale that the fairies steal it away. But the story is really about the son's true and steadfast love for his mother.

Sep 7, 2023 • 16min
S3E15: A fantasy voyage of King Mu of Zhou
In this episode, prepare to be spellbound as we explore the extraordinary adventures of King Mu of Zhou, a legendary ruler who embarked on a remarkable voyage into the enchanting realms of magic and wonder.