Welcome To Tonight's Tale: A “Faerie Tale Theatre” Podcast

Coming Soon: Season 2 drops Memorial Day (5/25)! We’re celebrating our 3-year anniversary, as well as the anniversary of our Season 1 premiere, by diving into the iconic 80s series "Cannon Movie Tales." Join hosts Emily & Eric plus a lineup of fabulous guest co-hosts—both new and returning!

In this BRAND NEW BONUS EPISODE, Emily and Eric have an in-depth follow-up interview with Fred Fuchs, one of the original producers of the series. They were able to ask him all of our burning questions about developing the beloved series “Faerie Tale Theatre,” working alongside Shelley Duvall, and anything else you (fans of the series) may have been curious about over the years.

In this BRAND NEW BONUS EPISODE, Emily and Eric have an in-depth follow-up interview with Bridget Terry, one of the original producers of the series. They were able to ask her all of our burning questions about developing the beloved series “Faerie Tale Theatre,” working alongside Shelley Duvall, and anything else you (fans of the series) may have been curious about over the years.

For tonight's tale, Emily and Eric are joined by special guest Melina and Doug as they deep dive into the episode "Thumbelina" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Carrie Fisher, William Katt and Burgess Meredith. After our hosts, deep dive into the episode and recap scene-by-scene, there will be a special interview with Fred Fuchs, one of the original producers of "Faerie Tale Theatre," who provides some fun behind-the-scenes memories and insight. This is a very special FINALE to this season of "Welcome to Tonight's Tale."

For tonight's tale, Emily and Eric are joined by special guest Niels and Cyndy as they deep dive into the episode "Thumbelina" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Billy Crystal, Jeff Goldblum and Valerie Perrine. After our hosts, deep dive into the episode and recap scene-by-scene, there will be a special interview with Bridget Terry, one of the original producers of "Faerie Tale Theatre," who provides some fun behind-the-scenes memories and insight. This is a very special penultimate episode to this season of "Welcome to Tonight's Tale."

For tonight's tale, Emily and Eric are joined by special guest Ashley as they deep dive into the episode "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Elizabeth McGovern, Vanessa Redgrave and Rex Smith. Take a journey with your hosts through the enchanted forest as they explore all facets of this episode and then venture into the cottage as they provide some fun behind the scenes information about the making of this episode. Finally, find your happily ever after as your hosts provide their insights and reactions as they compare it to the original tale by the Brothers Grimm.

Eric & Emily, your hosts, are joined by special guests Caitlin, April and Lara as they recap and react to the episode "The Snow Queen" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Lee Remick, Melissa Gilbert and Lance Kerwin. Join your hosts as they dive deep into the episode scene by scene and compare it to the original tale by Hans Christian Andersen.

For tonight's tale, Emily and Eric are joined by special guests Doug and Jordan as they deep dive into the episode "Sleeping Beauty" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Christopher Reeve, Bernadette Peters & Beverly D'Angelo. Take a journey with your hosts through the enchanted forest as they explore all facets of this episode and then venture through the castle as they provide some fun behind the scenes information about the making of this episode. Finally, find your happily ever after as your hosts provide their insights and reactions as they compare it to the original text.

Join your hosts Emily and Eric along with special guest Julia as they discuss the episode "Rumpelstiltskin" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre" starring Shelley Duvall, Hervé Villechaize and Ned Beatty. Take a tour of the king's castle with your hosts as they dissect the episode scene by scene, then venture into the forbidden forest as they discuss their reactions and insights regarding the episode and the original tale by the Brothers Grimm.

For tonight's tale, Emily and Eric are joined by special guest Ryan as they deep dive into the episode "Rip Van Winkle" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Harry Dean Stanton & Talia Shire. Follow us along the path through the woods as we explore all facets of this episode and then venture on a journey with us along the Hudson River Valley as we provide some fun behind the scenes information about the making of this episode. Finally, take a hike in the Catskill Mountains as we provide our insights and reactions as we compare it to the original American tall tale by Washington Irving.

Emily & Eric are joined by special guests Doug and Derek as they deep dive into the episode "Rapunzel" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Shelley Duvall, Jeff Bridges and Gena Rowlands. Featuring Melina for a special tribute intro honoring the late Gena Rowlands. Take a journey with your hosts through the witch's garden as they explore all facets of this episode and then climb the tower as they provide some fun behind the scenes information about the making of this episode. Next, find your way through the desert as they provide their insights and reactions as they compare it to the original tale by the Brothers Grimm.

For tonight's tale, Emily and Eric are joined by special guest Liz as they deep dive into the episode "Puss in Boots" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Gregory Hines Ben Vereen, Alfre Woodard and Brock Peters. Take a journey with us along the path to the miller's house as we explore all facets of this episode and then venture to the ogre's castle as we provide some fun behind the scenes information about the making of this episode. Finally, put on your best "finery" as we provide our insights and reactions as we compare it to the original text.

Join your hosts Emily and Eric, along with special guest Derek, while they discuss the episode "The Princess Who Had Never Laughed" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre" starring Ellen Barkin, Howard Hesseman, and Howie Mendel. Come along for the ride as they deep dive into the episode as they go scene by scene and also provide some fun behind the scenes info. They will then discuss some differences between the original text and provide their own insight on this episode.

Eric & Emily, your hosts, are joined by special guest Caitlin as they recap and react to the episode "Princess and the Pea" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Liza Minelli, Tom Conti and Beatrice Straight. Join your hosts as they dive deep into the episode scene by scene and compare it to the original tale by Hans Christian Andersen.

For tonight's tale, Emily and Eric are joined by special guests Liz and Doug as they deep dive into the episode "Pinocchio" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Paul Reubens, Carl Reiner and Lanie Kazan. Take a journey with us on a tour through Geppetto's workshop as we explore all facets of this episode and then venture through the Italian piazza as we provide some fun behind the scenes information about the making of this episode. Finally, dive into the ocean waters as we provide our insights and reactions as we compare it to the original text.

In this special tribute episode, Emily and Eric pay their respects to the beautiful Shelley Duvall who passed on July 11, 2024 at the age of 75. Several guest cohosts also stop by to say a few words and to reminisce about Shelley and her legacy that she left behind in Hollywood through her many acting and producing credits. Shelley was a special person and talent that will be missed by many.

Join Eric and Emily along with their special guest Leon as they discuss "The Pied Piper of Hamelin" from the series "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre." Take a journey with your hosts to the historic town of Hamelin, brought to life by Robert Browning's famous poem. Stroll to the town square as we dissect the episode scene by scene, the poem that it's based on, and chase away all of the rats to get the core of the lore and meaning behind this very interesting and complex tale.

Emily & Eric are joined once again by special guest Doug as they deep dive into the episode "The Nightingale" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Mick Jagger, Barbara Hershey, Edward James Olmos & Bud Cort. Take a journey with your hosts as they take a deep dive into the episode and then venture through the doors of the Emperor's Porcelain Palace as they discuss the original tale by Hans Christian Andersen and some behind the scenes trivia related to this episode.

Emily & Eric are joined by special guests April and Lara as they deep dive into the episode "Little Red Riding Hood" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Mary Steenburgen and Malcolm McDowell. Take a journey with us down the wooded path as we explore all facets of this episode and then venture through the doors of the granny's house as we provide some fun behind the scenes information about the making of this episode. Make sure to stop to pick flowers along the way as we provide our insights and reactions as we compare it to the original text.

Join Emily & Eric along with special guest Christian as they discuss the episode "The Little Mermaid" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre" starring Pam Dawber, Treat Williams, Karen Black and Helen Mirren. Dive in with your hosts under the sea as they recap the episode scene by scene and hold your breath underwater as they discuss their reactions and insights regarding the episode and the original tale by Hans Christian Andersen.

Emily and Eric, joined once again by special guest Melina, deep dive into the episode "Jack and the Beanstalk" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Dennis Christopher, Elliott Gould and Jean Stapleton. Climb to new heights up the magic beanstalk as your hosts examine the many magical aspects of this episode, and explore the magical kingdom in the clouds as they delve into the many behind-the-scenes aspects and trivia.

In this episode, Emily & Eric are joined by special guest Doug as they deep dive into the episode "Hansel and Gretel" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Joan Collins, Ricky Schroder, Bridgette Andersen & Paul Dooley. Take a journey with us down the wooded path as we explore all facets of this episode and then venture through the doors of the enchanted gingerbread house as we provide some fun behind the scenes information about the making of this episode.

Join your hosts Emily & Eric along with special guest Melina as they delve into the episode "Goldilocks & the Three Bears" from the series "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre" starring Tatum O'Neal. Take a trip down the wooded path as they deep dive into the episode and sink into a comfy chair while they discuss some behind-the-scenes trivia and compare it to the original fairy tale that the episode was based on.

Emily & Eric are joined by special guest Leon as they recap and react to the episode "The Tale of the Frog Prince" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Robin Williams and Teri Garr. Take a trip with us down the well as we discuss this episode scene-by-scene and explore this episode from each of our perspectives related to the original tale by the Brothers Grimm. Lots of laughs and fun reminiscing about the pilot episode of this magical series.

Eric & Emily, your hosts, recap and react to the episode "The Emperor's New Clothes" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Art Carney, Alan Arkin & Dick Shawn. So put on your finest fashion attire and strut down the runway with us as your hosts as they dive deep into the episode scene by scene and compare it to the original tale by Hans Christian Andersen.

Emily & Eric are joined by special guest Melina as they recap and react to the episode "The Dancing Princesses" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Lesley Ann Warren, Peter Weller and Roy Dotrice. Take a spin with us across the enchanted dance floor as we discuss this episode scene-by-scene and explore this episode from each of our perspectives related to the original tale. Lots of laughs and fun reminiscing about the series finale of this magical series.

Join your hosts Emily & Eric as they deep dive into the episode "Cinderella" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Jennifer Beals, Matthew Broderick, Jean Stapleton, and Eve Arden. Take a trip to the enchanted forest as your hosts examine the many magical aspects of this episode, and kick off your slippers as they delve into the many behind-the-scenes aspects and trivia.

Emily & Eric are joined by special guest Melina as they recap and react to the episode "The Boy Who Left Home to Find Out About the Shivers" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Peter MacNicol, Christopher Lee and Dana Hill. Take a journey with us on this spooky, wild ride as we discuss this episode scene-by-scene and explore this episode from each of our perspectives related to the original tale by the Brothers Grimm.

In this episode, Emily & Eric deep dive into the Jean Cocteau inspired episode "Beauty & the Beast" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre," starring Susan Sarandon & Klaus Kinski. Take a journey with us through the doors of the enchanted castle as we explore all facets of this episode and then take a horse ride down the path as we provide some fun behind the scenes information about the making of this episode.

In the premiere episode of this podcast, Emily & Eric recap and react to the episode "Aladdin & His Wonderful Lamp" from "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre." This episode starred James Earl Jones, Leonard Nimoy, Valerie Bertinelli & Robert Carradine. Join us on a magic carpet ride as we deep dive into the episode and provide some insight and trivia about this episode as we go.

Hosted by Emily and Eric. This love letter to the beloved 80's series "Shelley Duvall's Faerie Tale Theatre" will be brought to you MONTHLY with our first episode airing on Mon, May 29th!