Season 3 - Episode 8 - Special Birthday Epsiode! Gina's thoughts: Opie's, Brother's Grimm, and Julia Bishop
Description
In this episode, host Gina explores the legacy of Iona and Peter Opie, pioneers in the study of children’s folklore, and how contemporary scholars are bringing their groundbreaking work into the 21st century. We discuss how scholars like Julia Bishop, Andrew Burn, Rebekah Willett, and Jackie Marsh have expanded on the Opies’ research by examining how children’s play and folklore have evolved in the digital age. These researchers show that while technology has changed the way children engage with traditional games, rhymes, and stories, the core elements of folklore—creativity, community, and shared language—remain unchanged. We also highlight how the Opies' extensive archives are being digitized and made accessible, ensuring that their work continues to influence and shape the study of children’s culture today. Tune in for a look at how modern scholars are keeping the Opies’ legacy alive while adapting it for new generations of researchers and digital natives!
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