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The Foolish Hare

Episode 24 of the The King of the Snakes and Other Folklore Stories from Uganda podcast, hosted by Rosetta Baskerville, titled "The Foolish Hare" was published on October 18, 2023 and runs 5 minutes.

October 18, 2023 ·5m · The King of the Snakes and Other Folklore Stories from Uganda

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