EPISODE · Feb 23, 2026 · 5 MIN
003 - The Planting of Trees
from Finnish Legends · host R. Eivind
On a bleak winters day in the heart of northern Finland, Father Mikko finds refuge in a secluded cabin as a storm rages outside. After sharing a warm meal, the family gathers around the flickering fire, and the daughter eagerly implores him to recount all the stories he had ever heard from the very beginning of the world. Thus begins a captivating journey through time and folklore. As the author himself expresses, If this little volume can spark even a flicker of interest in the Finnish people, I will consider my purpose fulfilled. (Annise)
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On a bleak winters day in the heart of northern Finland, Father Mikko finds refuge in a secluded cabin as a storm rages outside. After sharing a warm meal, the family gathers around the flickering fire, and the daughter eagerly implores him to recount all the stories he had ever heard from the very beginning of the world. Thus begins a captivating journey through time and folklore. As the author himself expresses, If this little volume can spark even a flicker of interest in the Finnish people, I will consider my purpose fulfilled. (Annise)
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003 - The Planting of Trees
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