Bearily Bear Reimagined Fairy Tales
Welcome to Bearily Bear Stories, a modern retelling of outdated fairy tales! I’m Miral Sattar, a mother of three, and I rewrite classic tales with smart, problem-solving princesses who save themselves. In Bearily Bear, each story introduces diverse, confident characters and explores cultures from around the world—there are no damsels in distress here! Enjoy reimagined versions of beloved stories like The Smart Princess and the Pea, Sleeping Beauty from Morocco, Snow Whitefrom Sudan, and more, with each tale offering a unique cultural perspective. Join us for empowering adventures where princesses take charge and break the mold!
Episodes
45 episodes
A Story of Little Red Riding Hood
In this modern retelling of Little Red Riding Hood from Bearily Bear, Red is no longer the helpless victim—she’s the hero of her own story. I’m Miral Sattar, and in this version, Red is a brave, quick-witted young woman who se...
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The Three Wishes
In this modern retelling of The Three Wishes, a single dad and his son live in the forest, making a life together. The dad works as a lumberjack to provide for them, while the son is homeschooled. When they discover an unexpected oppor...
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A Story of Goldilocks and Three Bears
In Bearily Bear, we’re giving a modern twist to Goldilocks and the Three Bears! I’m Miral Sattar, and in this reimagined version, Goldilocks is no longer just a curious girl—she’s an adventurous, independent spirit on a journe...
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A Smart Princess and a Certain Pea
Welcome to Bearily Bear! In this retelling of The Princess and the Pea, I’m Miral Sattar, and we’re reimagining the classic story with a twist. This princess isn’t waiting to be saved—she prefers spending her time reading in the palace...
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US Election Special: Three Goats Gruff
Hey grownups! We've partnered up with Girl Tales to throw a podcast party in celebration of the upcoming U.S. Election that’s taking place on Tuesday, November 5th! Along with other amazing kids’ podcasts, we’re releasing a special episode all ...
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The Golden Goose
Listen to our newest episode!What is a little girl to do when she’s so small and no one thinks she can do very much? She can prove that her heart is mighty and her concern for others is bigger than any task! Follow the adventures of Ber...
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A Story About a Beauty and a Beast
A retelling of Beauty and the Beast that takes place in Thailand. In a far-off palace, there lived a hideous beast… in one of the house’s storybooks, that is! But that doesn’t keep people from spreading rumors about a ...
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A Tale of Sweeping Beauty
A Tale of Sweeping Beauty. Being a perfect princess is hard work, and Pachama learns that worrying about being perfect all the time isn't the best way after all.Brought to you by Miral Sattar of Bearily Bear.
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The Lonely Ice Queen
The new queen has a terrible secret, one that keeps her entire kingdom covered in snow. Can she learn to tell others how she feels and what she needs before everything turns to ice?Brought to you by Miral Sattar of Bearily Bear.
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Three Goats Gruff and the Angry Troll
What is a poor goat family to do when their home isn’t safe anymore? They move to a new land where there is plenty to eat and drink and where they will be safe from the wolves. There’s just one problem: an angry troll who doesn’t like their kin...
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Adilah and Her Step Sisters
Who has time to think about going to the festival when there are clothes to wash and floors to scrub? This twist on the timeless tale of Cinderella takes listeners to the beautiful coast of Morocco, and gets to the heart of our heroine's re...
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15:42
A Story of Little Red
A modern retelling of Little Red Riding hood by Miral Sattar of Bearily Bear.
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8:07
The Little Mermaid Makes a Friend
Do you enjoy our reimagined fairy tales? Well, we love creating them and are asking for your help to keep the stories going by supporting our Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/miralsattar...
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A Tale of Moroccan Cinderella
For Arab American Heritage Month we are replaying this Moroccan spin on a classic. Who has time to think about going to the festival when there are clothes to wash and floors to scrub? This twist on the timeless tale of Cinderella ...
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Season 3
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15:42
Little Zoya and the Rising Sea
Little Zoya knows something that no one else seems to understand... the sea is rising! But no matter how hard she tries to make people understand, no one ever believes her. Will the people believe her in time to save themselves from the coming ...
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11:58
Princess Zara's First Ramadan Fast
In this special story Princess Zara observes her first fast in Ramadan. Will she be able to make it to sunset? Brought to you by Miral Sattar of Bearily Bear.
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12:16
The 12 Dancing Ranis
A modern retelling of the 12 Dancing Princesses (also known as Ranis) that takes place in India. By Miral Sattar of Bearily Bear.
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14:15
Princess Amira of Abeba
A modern retelling of Snow White featuring Princess Amira of Abeba in Sudan. Brought to you by Miral Sattar of Bearily Bear.
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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14:19
Pashe in Boots
Pashe In Boots When Pashe’s uncle becomes terribly sick, it’s up to her to save him! But how will she get medicine to make him well again? Pashe begins to trade with the nearby villagers and soon, everyone is bringing out their old thi...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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12:16
The Princess and the Frog
The Frog Prince – Chiyo has an important goal: to become a scientist! Some of the other kids at school don’t understand what she loves about learning and nature, at least until Chiyo brings a very special friend to school one day. Everyone has ...
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Season 2
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Revisiting: A Smart Princess and a Certain Pea
A retelling of Princess and the Pea by Miral Sattar of Bearily Bear. The damsel in this story does not need saving, instead she prefers reading in the palace library.
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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The Three Wishes
A story about a single father and how he and his son get three wishes. Brought to you by Miral Sattar of Bearily Bear.
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7:37
The Story of an Awkward Ducking
What's a mother duck to do when a swan entrusts her with a precious egg? She loves this special baby chick like it's her own! A fable reimagining of fostering and adoption for all ages. Brought to you by Miral Sattar of Bearily Bea...
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