It's Grimm fairy tales like you've never heard before!
On every episode of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest, bestselling author Adam Gidwitz retells a classic fairy tale to a group of inquisitive kids, who anticipate plot twists, crack jokes, and share their own perspectives on these very Grimm tales.
Every episode is rated on a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, or Grimmest, so you can choose your level of spookiness!
A multi award-winning storytelling podcast, this Parent's Choice Gold Winner features stories about kids' favorite fairy tale characters like Cinderella, Rumpelstiltskin, and Red Riding Hood with hilarious and unique twists.
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Adam Gidwitz is joined by Sana Alimohamed to tell this fairy tale based on Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves from the 1001 Arabian Nights. When Qasim doesn’t come home, Marjana gets worried and decides to go looking for him. On a cold, dark night, she travels to a secret cave hidden behind a giant rock and says the special words to open it. Inside, she finds a shocking surprise that tells her something very bad has happened. We’ll pause the story here, at this suspenseful moment, before finding out what Marjana will do next.
In this story inspired by Norse mythology, we follows Snorri, a very unlucky boy who goes on a journey to learn why strange sweaters appear on trees. Snorri ends up meeting a frost giant, Odin, and the Norn who knit them and along the way, he learns that even hard and sad things can help make us brave.
When a gentle boy nicknamed Mosshead sets out to find his two older brothers, he discovers they're making trouble everywhere they go—terrorizing ants, ducks, and bees. After standing up for the creatures of the forest, Mosshead finds himself trapped alongside his brothers by the fearsome King of the Woods. But every act of kindness he's shown comes back to help him, as the forest's smallest creatures band together to save them. Can compassion defeat cruelty, and who truly deserves to be King of the Woods? Join Adam and a room full of hilarious kid storytellers for a wild Grimm fairy tale where kindness turns out to be the greatest strength of all.
On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, or Grimmest, this episode is rated Grimmer.
Adam Gidwitz shares an early version of a brand-new, Grimm-inspired tale and invites listeners to help shape it.
Adam and Jonah Dragan bring you magical adaptation of this Norse folktale. A king and queen wish for a child and receive a very unexpected surprise. As the years pass, one unusual princess proves that being different can be a powerful strength. Filled with adventure, humor, and a touch of mystery, this story celebrates courage, individuality, and the many ways someone can shine.
This episode is rated Grim.
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Two brothers set out to save their kingdom from the terrors of a wild boar, but the younger brother soon learns that the boar is the least of his worries.
On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, and Grimmest, this episode is Grimmest.
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Adam Gidwitz shares an early version of a brand-new, Grimm-inspired tale and invites listeners to help shape it.
A young girl named Annie is left in the care of her friend’s mother after her own mother dies, only to discover the woman is a cruel witch. After manipulating Annie’s father into marriage and making him disappear, the witch forces Annie into a miserable life of servitude while her brother Hans searches for answers. But as Annie grows older, strange magic, betrayal, and transformation begin to twist her fate into something far darker and more dangerous than she could have imagined.
This episode is rated Grimmest.
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A favorite Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest story is now available to everyone!
In this strange and slightly disgusting tale, a brave boy faces off against a mean witch with the help of some very unusual lettuce. On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, and Grimmest, this episode is Grimmer.
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Adam Gidwitz shares an early version of a brand-new, Grimm-inspired tale and invites listeners to help shape it.
After running away from home, Scarlet finds refuge in a strange house deep in the forest, where a kind woman and her seven sons take her in — with one unusual rule: every Thursday, Scarlet must leave before the boys’ mysterious father comes home. As her curiosity grows and a wealthy nobleman named Frederick pressures her to marry him, Scarlet uncovers a terrifying secret hidden inside the house. Faced with danger from both the monsters she fears and the man who claims to love her, Scarlet must decide what truly makes a family — and where she really belongs.
This episode is rated Grimmest.
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Adam Gidwitz shares an early version of a brand-new, Grimm-inspired tale and invites listeners to help shape it.
Adam Gidwitz is joined by Liz Gotauco to give a sneak peek of a fun story inspired by a Filipino folktale. It follows Princess Madayaw (Beauty) and Prince Barom-Mai (Barry), who are set to marry but must go on a wild adventure to gather magical items to help Barry win her over. Along the way, their plan goes wrong, but they learn to understand each other and grow closer.
This episode is rated Grim.
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A young girl named Annie is left in the care of her friend’s mother after her own mother dies, only to discover the woman is a cruel witch. After manipulating Annie’s father into marriage and making him disappear, the witch forces Annie into a miserable life of servitude while her brother Hans searches for answers. But as Annie grows older, strange magic, betrayal, and transformation begin to twist her fate into something far darker and more dangerous than she could have imagined.
Adam Gidwitz shares an early version of a brand-new, Grimm-inspired tale and invites listeners to help shape it.Adam Gidwitz tells a magical fairy tale requested by GGG listener, Jonah, about two sisters who are both talented, kind, and determined—but very different on the inside. When an exciting opportunity arises, each sister sets out on her own journey through a mysterious forest, where their choices begin to shape their futures in surprising ways. Along the way, a little starlight magic reminds us that kindness can shine brighter than anything else.This episode is rated Grimmer.👉 Want more? New Season 6 episodes are dropping weekly—exclusively on Pinna. Start your subscription at pinna.fm and use code GRIMMS6 for 30% off.
Adam Gidwitz shares an early version of a brand-new, Grimm-inspired tale and invites listeners to help shape it.
Adam is joined by Sana for Part Two to wrap up the story. Marjana faces a big challenge when a dangerous secret begins to unravel. Using quick thinking, creativity, and a few clever tricks, she works to keep everyone safe while staying one step ahead of trouble. This suspenseful chapter is full of surprises and shows just how powerful bravery and intelligence can be.
This episode is rated Grimmest.
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Adam Gidwitz shares an early version of a brand-new, Grimm-inspired tale and invites listeners to help shape it.
Adam Gidwitz is joined by Sana Alimohamed to tell this fairy tale based on Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves from the 1001 Arabian Nights. When Qasim doesn’t come home, Marjana gets worried and decides to go looking for him. On a cold, dark night, she travels to a secret cave hidden behind a giant rock and says the special words to open it. Inside, she finds a shocking surprise that tells her something very bad has happened. We’ll pause the story here, at this suspenseful moment, before finding out what Marjana will do next.
This episode is rated Grimmest.
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Adam Gidwitz shares an early version of a brand-new, Grimm-inspired tale and invites listeners to help shape it.
“Snorri and the Norn” follows Snorri, a very unlucky boy who goes on a journey to learn why strange sweaters appear on trees and ends up meeting a frost giant, Odin, and the Norn who knit them. Along the way, Snorri learns that even hard and sad things can help make us brave.
This episode is rated Grim.
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Hear brand-new Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest tales as they premiere each week—recorded live with kids in schools across New York City. Plus, you'll get every previous season, every Adam's Sneak Peek, and hundreds of other ad-free podcasts and audiobooks for kids.
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Adam Gidwitz shares an early version of a brand-new, Grimm-inspired tale and invites listeners to help shape it.
The story follows Mosshead, a kind but underestimated boy who protects animals and, with their help, defeats the King of the Woods.
This episode is rated Grimmer.
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This episode is a special preview of Adam’s Sneak Peeks—a Pinna-exclusive series from the world of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest.
In Adam’s Sneak Peeks, author and storyteller Adam Gidwitz shares early versions of brand-new Grimm-inspired tales—before they’re fully produced. Then, listeners like you help shape what comes next.
This week’s story: “The Poor Soldier Boy.”
A young deserter fleeing a cruel army strikes a dangerous bargain with a mysterious man in a green coat—who turns out to be the Devil. What follows is a darkly funny trip to the underworld, where curiosity, justice, and revenge collide.
After you listen, Adam wants to hear from you: What surprised you? What confused you? What did you love most?
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Your feedback could help shape the final version of this story—coming later as a fully produced Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest episode with kids, voice actors, sound design, and all the magic you expect.
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Whether you're traveling or looking for something to listen to over the break, we wanted to share a special re-release of The Figs featuring a new intro and behind-the-scenes stories from Adam! Three brothers attempt to fulfill the request of a very picky rich man.
On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, and Grimmest, this episode is Grimmest.
With two magical eyes that let him see the world in very different ways, a tailor learns how to balance hope and caution—and how seeing things clearly can change everything.
On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer Grimmest this episode is Grimmest.
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A cheerful tailor and a cautious shoemaker take a journey together, and along the way, they learn surprising lessons about friendship, trust, and how differently people can see the world.
On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer Grimmest this episode is Grimmest.
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When a little brother feels left out of his sisters’ secret game, it sets off a magical adventure full of mystery, bravery, and the power of family.
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If you've been following the Kooky Spooky Countdown, it has all been leading up to this: Elise Parisian, the host of Unspookable, sits down with Adam Gidwitz, the creator and host of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest and New York Times best-selling author, to talk about scary stories themselves. Why do we tell them? What purpose do they serve? And what has Adam learned in all his years of studying and retelling Grimms’ Fairy Tales? All with a little help from our SCARE-rator, Jonathan Cormur, the host of Dorktales Storytime. It’s a conversation you don’t want to miss.
The Kooky Spooky CountdownThree award-winning, family-favorite children’s podcasts - Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest (Pinna), Unspookable (Soundsington Media), and Dorktales Storytime - have teamed up this October for the Kooky Spooky Countdown, a seasonal, screen-free listening event for families and classrooms everywhere. Participants are challenged to listen to 13 “spooky-ish” podcast episodes to earn rewards, including exclusive congratulatory videos from all three podcast hosts.The challenge celebrates October’s festivities with safe thrills, playful storytelling, and engaging experiences. Families and classrooms can download the challenge materials at https://jonincharacter.com/kooky-spooky-countdown/.
About the PodcastsUnspookable (Soundsington Media)Unspookable is a family-friendly podcast that explores the history, brain science, and real-world influences behind spooky stories, myths, and urban legends. Host Elise Parisian takes the scare out of spooky stories by digging into the real history behind them, the cool facts, and why people keep telling them.Dorktales StorytimeBe the hero of your own story with Dorktales Storytime, a podcast for kids and their pop culture loving grownups. Hosts Jonathan Cormur and Mr. Reginald T. Hedgehog share reimagined fairytales and fables with SEL themes, stories of hidden heroes, and wildly imaginative folklore.
A kind girl uses her courage and cleverness to escape danger, find true love, and choose her own happy ending.
On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer Grimmest this episode is Grimmest
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A fisherman with three kids casts his net into a strange lake and pulls out some very unexpected things, setting off a wild and magical adventure that changes everything. Sana Alimohamed joins us to help tell this exciting story.
On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer Grimmest this episode is Grimm.
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A girl named Barbara goes on a magical adventure to become beautiful, but along the way she learns what really matters most.
On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer Grimmest this episode is Grimmer.
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In the final part of The Twelve Tortoises, Caroline faces dark magic, dangerous beasts, and impossible trials in her quest to reunite with her lost family—and discovers the true meaning of the promise to always take care of each other.
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Caroline must outwit a greedy innkeeper, escape danger, and unravel the mystery of her lost brother—with the help of a flock of mysterious swans and her own unshakable determination.
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In the final part of The Three Feathers, the three brothers face their last and strangest challenge yet—one that tests not just their cleverness, but their character—leading to an unexpected ending full of heart, magic, and meaning.
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