A Tisket-Tasket Podcast
Have you ever wondered why we sing about such weird things to our children? Songs about babies falling out of trees? Mice running up clocks? An egg falling off a wall? English nursery rhymes can seem so strange today. Join language scholar Gina as she explores the historical and cultural meanings behind some of the most popular nursery rhymes. Each episode delves into the origins and significance of the world's most popular nursery stories.
Episodes
56 episodes
Season 2 Bonus Content - Four Functions of Folklore Discussion & Review of 1954 Bascom Article
🎙️ Dive deep into the fascinating world of folklore with host Gina in this episode of "A Tisket-Tasket Podcast." Gina reviews an insightful article by renowned folklorist William Bascom on the functions of folklore, exploring its social context...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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30:09
Season 2, Episode 8: Five Little Ducks
🎙️ Dive into the enchanting world of nursery rhymes with A Tisket-Tasket podcast hosted by Gina! 🦆 In this episode, Gina explores the delightful rhyme "Five Little Ducks," taking you through its history, origins, and the fascinating story behin...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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8:05
Season 2: Episode 7: 5 Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed
In this podcast episode, Gina delves into the intriguing history of the nursery rhyme "Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed." While exploring various versions of the rhyme, she highlights its cautionary theme for parents and children. Gina un...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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30:34
Season 2: Episode 6 - Steve Roud Interview Part 2
Dive into the enchanting world of folk songs and nursery rhymes in the latest episode of A Tisket-Tasket Podcast with your host Gina! In an engaging conversation with renowned folklorist Steve Roud, creator of the Roud Folk Song Index, Gina exp...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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25:15
Season 2: Episode 5 - Interview with Steve Roud Part 1
In this fascinating "A Tisket-Tasket" episode, renowned folklorist and historian Steve Roud engages in a captivating conversation with host Gina about his extensive work on folk songs, nursery rhymes, and the intricacies of folklore. With a car...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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39:06
Season 2: Episode 4 - Hush Little Baby
Embark on a musical journey through time with the latest episode of "A Tisket-Tasket Podcast," where host Gina unravels the captivating history of the beloved nursery rhyme, "Hush Little Baby." From surprising origins to diverse interpretations...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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26:52
Season 2: Epsiode 3 - Bye Baby Bunting
Embark on an enchanting journey through nursery rhyme history with Gina, the charismatic host of the "A Tisket-Tasket" podcast, in this captivating episode dedicated to the classic lullaby "Bye Baby Bunting." Unveiling the rhyme's origins, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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18:14
Season 2, Episode 2: Monday's Child
In this episode of the A Tisket-Tasket podcast, host Gina delves into the history and significance of the nursery rhyme "Monday's Child." Exploring its origins and superstitious elements, Gina discusses how the rhyme, collected by John Orchard ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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13:34
Season 2, Episode 1: A New Year's Introduction
Gina, the host of the "A Tisket-Tasket" podcast, kicks off Season 2 with an introduction episode. Despite battling bronchitis, she recaps the highlights of the past year, including episodes on nursery rhyme origins, historical facts, and themed...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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7:46
Episode 45: Auld Lang Syne
In the final episode of A Tisket-Tasket podcast for 2023, host Gina explores the history and cultural significance of the traditional New Year's song, "Auld Lang Syne." Starting the podcast as a means to cope with anxiety and depression related...
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Season 1
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Episode 45
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15:13
Episode 44: The Friendly Beasts
Dive into the rich history of the timeless Christmas carol, "The Friendly Beasts," with Gina on the latest episode of "A Tisket-Tasket" podcast. Unwrapping the festive traditions dating back to 12th-century France, Gina shares insights from Hen...
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Season 1
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Episode 44
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17:57
Epsiode 43: Jingle Bells
In this festive episode of the A Tisket-Tasket Podcast, host Gina unwraps the captivating history of the timeless classic "Jingle Bells." Check out her reference page and more information on her blog at
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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10:45
Episode 42: The Twelve Days of Christmas
Join your host Gina as she returns from a hiatus and shares her experiences at the American folklore conference in November. She expresses gratitude to new listeners who discovered her through the conference. Gina mentions her October epi...
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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26:28
Episode 41: The Lottery Shirely Jackson
Want to support the podcast? Check out atiskettasketpodcast.com to find out how you can help. In this intriguing podcast episode, the host delves into the eerie world of Shirley Jackson's iconic short story, "The Lottery." You'll discover the h...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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20:34
Episode 40: The Lady's Maid's Bell by Edith Wharton
Dive into the mysterious and haunting world of Edith Wharton's gothic tale, "The Lady’s Maid’s Bell," in the latest episode of A Tisket-Tasket podcast, hosted by Gina. Explore the eerie secrets of a gloomy country house, where the ringing o...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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23:34
Episode 39: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow - Washington Irving
In this eerie October episode of "A Tisket-Tasket" podcast, we unravel the timeless American ghost story, "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" by Washington Irving. Delve into the world of Ichabod Crane, a superstitious schoolteacher, and the mysterio...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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21:59
Episode 38: The Ghost's Summons by Ada Buisson
👻 Dive into the spine-tingling world of Victorian ghost stories with our latest episode on #ATisketTasketPodcast! 🕰️ Join host Gina as she uncovers the chilling tale of "The Ghost's Summons" and the mysterious death, delving into the supernatur...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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19:20
Episode 37: Death and Nursery Rhymes
In this intriguing episode of "A Tisket Tasket" podcast, host Gina takes us on a journey through time and history, exploring the unexpected connections between nursery rhymes, Halloween, and child mortality. Discover the eerie origins of Hallow...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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15:50
Episode 36: Oats Peas Beans and Barley Grow
In Episode 36 of the "A Tisket-Tasket Podcast," host Gina embarks on an intriguing journey to uncover the mysteries surrounding the nursery rhyme, "Oats, Peas, Beans, and Barley Grow." Despite its widespread popularity, the rhyme's origins prov...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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18:05
Episode 35 - 30 Days Hath September
In this delightful episode of the A Tisket-Tasket Podcast, host Gina takes us on a captivating journey through the history and significance of the timeless nursery rhyme, "30 Days Hath September." Discover the various versions of this mnemonic ...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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35:26
Episode 34: Who Killed Cock Robin
Welcome to another episode of A Tisket-Tasket podcast with your host, Gina, as we explore the nursery rhyme "Who Killed Cock Robin." This English nursery rhyme, possibly dating back to the 15th century, delves into the mysterious origins of the...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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28:16
Episode 33 - Little Robin Redbreast (Part 2)
In this captivating episode of the A Tisket-Tasket Podcast, host Gina explores the curious world of nursery rhymes through the lens of "Little Robin Redbreast." Unraveling the confusion surrounding multiple versions, Gina distinguishes them as ...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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19:43
Episode 32: Little Robin Redbreast
Discover the hidden layers of nursery rhymes in our latest "A Tisket-Tasket" podcast episode, where we delve into the whimsical world of "Little Robin Redbreast." What might seem like an innocent ...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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17:15
Episode 31: History and Symbolism in Jump Rope/Hand-Clapping Nursery Rhymes
Episode 31 explores the intricate history behind well-known nursery rhymes such as Patty Cake, Miss Mary Mack, and Miss Susie Had a Steamboat. By intertwining the subjects of race, literacy, and camaraderie, she uncovers how nursery rhymes serv...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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26:46
Episode 30: Miss Susie Had Steamboat
Join host Gina in this week's captivating episode of "A Tisket-Tasket Podcast" as she delves into the intriguing history behind the clapping song "Miss Susie Had a Steamboat." Discover the origins of this complex nursery rhyme, its ties to vaud...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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23:26