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Bearily Bear Stories

Bearily Bear Stories

A Modern Retelling of Outdated Fairytales. I'm Miral Sattar, mother of three and I rewrite outdated fairy tales with problem-solving, smart princesses who save themselves. Bearily Bear Stories feature diverse and confident characters. There are no damsels in distress here. These reimagined childhood classics include A Story of a Smart Princess and a Certain Pea, Gretel and Hansel, A Girl Named Rapunzel and much more.

Recent Episodes

March 10, 2025

The Troll Who Wouldn't Let the Goats Cross the Bridge

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 doe...
March 3, 2025

Princess Zara's First Ramadan Fast

Please take my membership survey! I want ideas and input! https://bit.ly/417d8b3 Join Princess Zara on a heartfelt journey as she observes her very first Ramadan fast! As the day stretches on, will she find the strength to ma...
Jan. 17, 2025

A Story of Three Little Pigs

Send us a text Embark on an enchanting retelling of The Three Little Pigs by Miral Sattar of Bearily Bear Reimagined Fairy Tales . In this imaginative twist, the three pigs are inventive young architects, each using their wit...
Jan. 7, 2025

A Girl in a Tower

Send us a text Dive into the magical tale of Rapunzel reimagined with the vibrant culture and traditions of India! Hosted by Miral Sattar of the award-winning Bearily Bear podcast, this episode transports you to a world wher...
Dec. 10, 2024

Little Zoya and the Rising Sea

Send us a text Little Zoya knows the truth—the sea is rising! But no one in her village in Pakistan believes her warnings. As the waters inch closer, can Zoya convince everyone to act before it’s too late? This inspiring stor...
Dec. 5, 2024

A Tale of Sweeping Beauty

Send us a text Discover the enchanting story of Pachama, a princess learning that perfection isn't everything. In this delightful episode from the award-winning Bearily Bear Reimagined Fairy Tales Podcast , kids will enjoy a ...

Reviews

A genuine pleasure!

"What a beautiful and wonderful podcast! Healing my inner child who craved these kinds of stories while simultaneously entertaining and engaging my son! Love the mission and love this podcast!!"

SarahJamalHamideh | Jan. 20, 2024

Can you make a story about Ganesh?

"Can you make a story about Ganesh, the half-elephant god?"

Very Nerdy, Geeky Mouse | April 27, 2024

We love these!

"My 6 year old daughter is constantly asking for Bearily Bear. We love the cute little stories and rehashes of fairy tails."

SaphiraMcCoy | May 17, 2024

I love your stories🩷🩷🩷🩷

"I really love your stories and I listen to them every single night!! Can you make a new story based on MULAN? I want MORE STORIES!!!!!!! 🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩵🩷🩷🩷🩷🩵🩷🩵💙💙💙💙🤍🩵💙🩵🩷❤️💙💙💙💙💙"

JennieDwy | May 16, 2024