Episode 9: The White Duck
A prince marries a princess. Yes, that’s actually the beginning of this story! But he has to go away on a long journey. As though he could tell that terrible things would happen, he warned his new wife never to leave her room. But there couldn’t be anything wrong about walking in the garden, could there? Especially with this wonderful new friend of hers who appeared out of nowhere? Of course not! Except, it turns out her best friend is actually a witch, and she wants to marry the prince herself!
Instead of an analysis section, today Nicholas Kotar answers listener questions about the podcast. Among them, he talks about the very Slavic elements of living and dead water and the role of repetitive imagery and word choice. Also, he finally divulges the greatest secret of all… Who is Baba Yaga?
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Did you start removing story text , becasue you didnt want me me telling it in your words from your tell.?:) Actually i had started interjecting and changing the telling in my own way actually with out following the text completely from any source be it one of yours or someone elses. Anyway Great job I love these I always eagerlly await the next one with a boundless fevour.:) You tell it masterfully!:)
No, that’s not why 🙂 I just have much less time to edit the text, so I’ve decided not to bother for now 🙂
these stories are like sweeties to me. Ior like a vast variety of teas ina tea house. Im like a little kid ina candy shop.:)
I’m so glad!