The Little Donkey
Digest
The episode begins with a sponsorship for CrunchLabs, a STEM subscription box that encourages kids to think like engineers. They offer build-at-yourself toys and a summer camp called Camp CrunchLabs. The main story is about a king and queen who have a son who is cursed to be a donkey. The queen is initially against magic, but after the curse is placed on her son, she seeks out the sorceress who cursed him. The sorceress refuses to help, and the prince grows up as a donkey. He learns to play the lute and travels the world with a friend. He eventually meets a princess who falls in love with him despite his donkey form. When she kisses him, the spell is broken, and he returns to his human form. They marry and live happily ever after.
Outlines
CrunchLabs Sponsorship
This Chapter is a sponsorship for CrunchLabs, a STEM subscription box that encourages kids to think like engineers. They offer build-at-yourself toys and a summer camp called Camp CrunchLabs. The sponsor highlights the fun and educational aspects of the program, emphasizing the hands-on learning experience and the opportunity for kids to participate in challenges and win prizes.
The Donkey Prince
This Chapter tells the story of a king and queen who have a son who is cursed to be a donkey. The queen is initially against magic, but after the curse is placed on her son, she seeks out the sorceress who cursed him. The sorceress refuses to help, and the prince grows up as a donkey. He learns to play the lute and travels the world with a friend. He eventually meets a princess who falls in love with him despite his donkey form. When she kisses him, the spell is broken, and he returns to his human form. They marry and live happily ever after.
Keywords
CrunchLabs
CrunchLabs is a STEM subscription box that encourages kids to think like engineers. They offer build-at-yourself toys and a summer camp called Camp CrunchLabs. The program aims to foster creativity, problem-solving skills, and a love for STEM subjects in children.
Camp CrunchLabs
Camp CrunchLabs is a summer camp offered by CrunchLabs. It provides kids with hands-on STEM activities, challenges, and opportunities to learn from experts. The camp emphasizes fun and engaging learning experiences, encouraging kids to explore their interests in science, technology, engineering, and math.
Donkey Prince
The Donkey Prince is a fictional character in the story told in the podcast. He is a prince who is cursed to be a donkey. The curse is broken when he finds true love and receives a kiss from a princess. The story highlights the themes of love, acceptance, and overcoming adversity.
True Love's Kiss
True Love's Kiss is a common trope in fairy tales and folklore. It is often used as a magical solution to break curses or solve problems. In the story, the Donkey Prince's curse is broken by the princess's kiss, symbolizing the power of love to overcome obstacles.
Q&A
What is CrunchLabs?
CrunchLabs is a STEM subscription box that encourages kids to think like engineers. They offer build-at-yourself toys and a summer camp called Camp CrunchLabs.
What is the main story in this episode?
The main story is about a king and queen who have a son who is cursed to be a donkey. The curse is broken when he finds true love and receives a kiss from a princess.
What is the significance of the Donkey Prince's curse?
The Donkey Prince's curse represents the challenges and obstacles that people face in life. The story shows that even when faced with adversity, love and acceptance can help overcome these challenges.
How is the Donkey Prince's curse broken?
The Donkey Prince's curse is broken by the princess's kiss, symbolizing the power of true love to overcome obstacles.
Show Notes
When a witch turns a prince into a donkey with a seemingly unbreakable spell, he makes the best of his life. He decides to travel the world and finds himself in the kingdom of a great king whose daughter the princess is quite wonderful. Will true love's kiss be the key to breaking the spell?
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