Light at World’s Edge is a storytelling adventure podcast for curious kids ages 7–14 — and the grown-ups who love stories too. Each episode brings to life a folktale or legend from around the world, told with warmth, wonder, and cultural insight by hosts Mili and Abby. With fun banter and a Lightning Round quiz, it’s the perfect way to explore magical stories, timeless lessons, and the joy of discovering new worlds — together. The story is told in about 15 minutes with a 3-4 minutes of recap. The Lightning round takes another 3-4 minutes.
What happens when every bird—from the mighty eagle to the tiny sparrow—competes to be crowned queen? In this clever West African folktale, the skies fill with feathers as the birds hold a soaring contest to choose their ruler. But when one unexpected little bird outsmarts them all, the skies might never be the same again!
Join Mili and Abby for a playful, sky-high adventure about wit, teamwork, and why the smallest creatures sometimes have the biggest surprises. You’ll cheer, laugh, and maybe look at birds a little differently next time you hear them sing.
30 Jun 2025
Prince Rama and the Demon King [from India] | Ep 11
Mili and Abby narrate the epic quest of Prince Rama as he confronts the Demon King Ravana to rescue Princess Sita, illustrating themes of duty, courage, and the triumph of good.
20 Jun 2025
The Hero Twins and the Lords of Xibalba
Hosts Mili and Abby recount the Mayan myth of Hunahpu and Xbalanque, legendary twins who bravely confront the Lords of Xibalba in a deadly ballgame, ultimately transforming into the sun and moon.
13 Jun 2025
Sun Wukong: The Monkey King’s Adventure [from China] | Ep. 09
Mili and Abby narrate the Chinese legend of Sun Wukong, the Monkey King, who learns patience and purpose through an epic journey of redemption, highlighting themes of power and transformation.
4 Jun 2025
Thor and the Stolen Hammer
Hosts Mili and Abby retell the Norse myth of Thor's stolen hammer, exploring themes of cleverness and unexpected solutions when the god disguises himself as a bride to retrieve it in this episode.
30 May 2025
Open Sesame! Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves [from Middle East] Ep 07
Hosts Mili and Abby explore the Persian folktale of Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, highlighting themes of greed, bravery, and loyalty while focusing on the clever servant girl Morgiana.
26 May 2025
Maui Slows the Sun [from Polynesia] Ep. 06
Hosts Mili and Abby recount the Polynesian myth of Maui, who bravely captures the Sun with a flax rope to lengthen the days for his people, showcasing problem-solving and determination.
25 May 2025
Theseus and the Minotaur [from Greece] Ep. 05
Hosts Mili and Abby recount the Greek myth of Prince Theseus, who bravely confronts the Minotaur in a labyrinth, showcasing courage and cleverness in the face of darkness; this is a storytelling episode.
25 May 2025
How Night Came from the Sea [from Brazil] Ep. 04
This episode tells a Brazilian origin story about the daughter of the Sea Spirit who brings night to the world, teaching the importance of balance between light and dark.
24 May 2025
Coyote Steals Fire [from Shoshone People of North America] Ep. 03
Hosts Mili and Abby explore the Shoshone story of Coyote, who bravely steals fire from fierce Fire Beings with the help of animal companions, bringing warmth to the world through teamwork and courage.
21 May 2025
Momotaro - the Peach Boy [from Japan] Ep. 02
Mili and Abby explore the Japanese folktale of Momotaro, a peach-born boy who embodies bravery, generosity, and teamwork as he confronts greedy ogres with his animal companions; this is an exploration of a classic story.
21 May 2025
Anansi and the Box of Stories [from West Africa] Ep. 01
Hosts Mili and Abby explore the West African tale of Anansi, a clever spider who outsmarts powerful beings to unlock and share the world's stories, highlighting the importance of wit and courage in cultural narratives; this is a storytelling episode.
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