The Willow-Wren and the Bear | Zzz

[Ep21] Curiosity gets the best of a bear who ends up insulting the willow-wren's children. The consequences end up entangling all of the creatures in the forest. 

Original story by Jacob Grimm & Wilhelm Grimm.

Editing and narration by Jonathan Marsh.

Episodes such as this, with "Zzz" in the title, are designed to be more enjoyable for anyone looking to fall asleep. There is less music and sound effects to avoid anything that might startle you awake!

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