Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest
It's Grimm fairy tales like you've never heard before!
On every episode of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest, bestselling author Adam Gidwitz retells a classic fairy tale to a group of inquisitive kids, who anticipate plot twists, crack jokes, and share their own perspectives on these very Grimm tales.
Every episode is rated on a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, or Grimmest, so you can choose your level of spookiness!
A multi award-winning storytelling podcast, this Parent's Choice Gold Winner features stories about kids' favorite fairy tale characters like Cinderella, Rumpelstiltskin, and Red Riding Hood with hilarious and unique twists.
Ready to jump in? Pick any episode and start listening!
👉 Want more? New Grimm content drops weekly—exclusively on Pinna. Start your subscription at pinna.fm and use code GRIMM30 for 30% off.
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Record a Grimm Episode with Adam! 06.05.2026 4Min.Storytelling with Children Festival Sunday, May 17, 2026 @ 9:30 AM–4:00 PM EDT 500 S Franklin St, Syracuse, NY Adam will be in Syracuse for a full day dedicated to sparking imagination and a love of storytelling. As part of the festival, he’ll host a live recording of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest, debuting a brand-new Grimm fairy tale with help from the audience. The event also includes a VIP meet-and-greet, storytelling sessions throughout the day, and a book signing. 🎟️ Find tickets HERE: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/storytelling-with-children
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Adam's Sneak Peeks | The Poor Soldier Boy 23.03.2026 28Min.This episode is a special preview of Adam’s Sneak Peeks—a Pinna-exclusive series from the world of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest. In Adam’s Sneak Peeks, author and storyteller Adam Gidwitz shares early versions of brand-new Grimm-inspired tales—before they’re fully produced. Then, listeners like you help shape what comes next. This week’s story: “The Poor Soldier Boy.” A young deserter fleeing a cruel army strikes a dangerous bargain with a mysterious man in a green coat—who turns out to be the Devil. What follows is a darkly funny trip to the underworld, where curiosity, justice, and revenge collide. After you listen, Adam wants to hear from you: What surprised you? What confused you? What did you love most? Share your thoughts at pinna.fm/grimm. Your feedback could help shape the final version of this story—coming later as a fully produced Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest episode with kids, voice actors, sound design, and all the magic you expect. 👉 Want more? New Adam’s Sneak Peeks episodes drop weekly—exclusively on Pinna. Start your subscription at pinna.fm and use code GRIMM30 for 30% off.
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The Water of Life (Adam's Secrets Version) 17.12.2025 33Min.We're excited to share a special re-release of The Water of Life featuring a new intro and behind-the-scenes stories from Adam! An old king falls ill, and his youngest son sets out on a quest to save him. On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, and Grimmest, this episode is Grimmer.
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The Figs (Adam's Secrets Version) 26.11.2025 41Min.Whether you're traveling or looking for something to listen to over the break, we wanted to share a special re-release of The Figs featuring a new intro and behind-the-scenes stories from Adam! Three brothers attempt to fulfill the request of a very picky rich man. On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, and Grimmest, this episode is Grimmest.
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The Two Travelers (Part ll) 20.11.2025 30Min.With two magical eyes that let him see the world in very different ways, a tailor learns how to balance hope and caution—and how seeing things clearly can change everything. On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer Grimmest this episode is Grimmest. Want more episodes now? Listen to this show—and many more—on the Pinna app! Start your 7-day FREE trial at pinna.fm and use code GRIMM for a special discount on your subscription.
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The Two Travelers (Part l) 13.11.2025 32Min.A cheerful tailor and a cautious shoemaker take a journey together, and along the way, they learn surprising lessons about friendship, trust, and how differently people can see the world. On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer Grimmest this episode is Grimmest. Want more episodes now? Listen to this show—and many more—on the Pinna app! Start your 7-day FREE trial at pinna.fm and use code GRIMM for a special discount on your subscription.
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The Secret Language 06.11.2025 33Min.When a little brother feels left out of his sisters’ secret game, it sets off a magical adventure full of mystery, bravery, and the power of family. On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer Grimmest this episode is Grimmer. Want more episodes now? Listen to this show—and many more—on the Pinna app! Start your 7-day FREE trial at pinna.fm and use code GRIMM for a special discount on your subscription.
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Adam Talks Scary Stories with Unspookable 31.10.2025 35Min.If you've been following the Kooky Spooky Countdown, it has all been leading up to this: Elise Parisian, the host of Unspookable, sits down with Adam Gidwitz, the creator and host of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest and New York Times best-selling author, to talk about scary stories themselves. Why do we tell them? What purpose do they serve? And what has Adam learned in all his years of studying and retelling Grimms’ Fairy Tales? All with a little help from our SCARE-rator, Jonathan Cormur, the host of Dorktales Storytime. It’s a conversation you don’t want to miss. The Kooky Spooky CountdownThree award-winning, family-favorite children’s podcasts - Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest (Pinna), Unspookable (Soundsington Media), and Dorktales Storytime - have teamed up this October for the Kooky Spooky Countdown, a seasonal, screen-free listening event for families and classrooms everywhere. Participants are challenged to listen to 13 “spooky-ish” podcast episodes to earn rewards, including exclusive congratulatory videos from all three podcast hosts.The challenge celebrates October’s festivities with safe thrills, playful storytelling, and engaging experiences. Families and classrooms can download the challenge materials at https://jonincharacter.com/kooky-spooky-countdown/. About the PodcastsUnspookable (Soundsington Media)Unspookable is a family-friendly podcast that explores the history, brain science, and real-world influences behind spooky stories, myths, and urban legends. Host Elise Parisian takes the scare out of spooky stories by digging into the real history behind them, the cool facts, and why people keep telling them.Dorktales StorytimeBe the hero of your own story with Dorktales Storytime, a podcast for kids and their pop culture loving grownups. Hosts Jonathan Cormur and Mr. Reginald T. Hedgehog share reimagined fairytales and fables with SEL themes, stories of hidden heroes, and wildly imaginative folklore.
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Darling Roland 30.10.2025 38Min.A kind girl uses her courage and cleverness to escape danger, find true love, and choose her own happy ending. On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer Grimmest this episode is Grimmest Want more episodes now? Listen to this show—and many more—on the Pinna app! Start your 7-day FREE trial at pinna.fm and use code GRIMM for a special discount on your subscription.
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Red Fish, Blue Fish 23.10.2025 33Min.A fisherman with three kids casts his net into a strange lake and pulls out some very unexpected things, setting off a wild and magical adventure that changes everything. Sana Alimohamed joins us to help tell this exciting story. On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer Grimmest this episode is Grimm. Want more episodes now? Listen to this show—and many more—on the Pinna app! Start your 7-day FREE trial at pinna.fm and use code GRIMM for a special discount on your subscription.
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The Belt, The Necklace, and Barbara 16.10.2025 32Min.A girl named Barbara goes on a magical adventure to become beautiful, but along the way she learns what really matters most. On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer Grimmest this episode is Grimmer. Want more episodes now? Listen to this show—and many more—on the Pinna app! Start your 7-day FREE trial at pinna.fm and use code GRIMM for a special discount on your subscription.
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The Twelve Tortoises (Part II) 09.10.2025 26Min.In the final part of The Twelve Tortoises, Caroline faces dark magic, dangerous beasts, and impossible trials in her quest to reunite with her lost family—and discovers the true meaning of the promise to always take care of each other. On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest this episode is Grimmer. Want more episodes now? Listen to this show—and many more—on the Pinna app! Start your 7-day FREE trial at pinna.fm and use code GRIMM for a special discount on your subscription.
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The Twelve Tortoises (Part I) 02.10.2025 33Min.LISTEN EARLY AND AD-FREE WITH SUBSCRIBER ACCESS NOW, OR CATCH THE WIDE RELEASE ON SEPTEMBER 18. Caroline must outwit a greedy innkeeper, escape danger, and unravel the mystery of her lost brother—with the help of a flock of mysterious swans and her own unshakable determination. On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest this episode is Grimmer. Want more episodes now? Listen to this show—and many more—on the Pinna app! Start your 7-day FREE trial at pinna.fm and use code GRIMM for a special discount on your subscription.
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The Three Feathers (Part II) 25.09.2025 23Min.In the final part of The Three Feathers, the three brothers face their last and strangest challenge yet—one that tests not just their cleverness, but their character—leading to an unexpected ending full of heart, magic, and meaning. On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest this episode is Grimm. Want more episodes now? Listen to this show—and many more—on the Pinna app! Start your 7-day FREE trial at pinna.fm and use code GRIMM for a special discount on your subscription.
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Adam and Liz Gotauco Discuss Fairy Tales 23.09.2025 37Min.Adam sits down to discuss all-things fairy tales with fellow aficionado, author, and librarian Liz Gotauco (@cosbrarian)! Want more Grimm now? Listen to this show—and many more—ad-free on the Pinna app! Use code GRIMM at pinna.fm for a special discount.
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The Three Feathers (Part I) 18.09.2025 32Min.Three royal brothers compete in a series of strange and magical challenges set by their father to determine who will inherit the kingdom. On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest this episode is Grimm. Want more episodes now? Listen to this show—and many more—on the Pinna app! Start your 7-day FREE trial at pinna.fm and use code GRIMM for a special discount on your subscription.
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The Crabman's Daughter (Adam's Secrets Version) 17.09.2025 37Min.We wanted to share a special re-release of The Crabman's Daughter featuring a new intro and behind-the-scenes stories from Adam! A little fishing town worries that there’s something mysterious in the lake, but a free-spirited young woman longs to swim in it. On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, and Grimmest, this episode is Grimmer. Want more episodes now? Visit pinna.fm and use code GRIMM for a discount after a 7-day FREE trial!
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The Wizard King (Adam's Secrets Version) 05.06.2025 48Min.We're taking a look back at some of the most popular episodes of all time with Adam Gidwitz. Join as he listens to The Wizard King again to share behind-the-scenes stories and what it was like creating this fan-favorite episode from Season 4. A little boy faces off against the evil Wizard King in an epic game of Hide and Seek. On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, and Grimmest, this episode is Grimmest. Want to be the first to hear new episodes of Grimm? Subscribe at Pinna.fm using code GRIMM for a special discount!
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The Stone Gnomes (Adam's Secrets Version) 29.05.2025 41Min.We're taking a look back at some of the most popular Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest episodes of all time with Adam. Join Adam as he listens to The Stone Gnomes again to share behind-the-scenes stories and what it was like creating this fan-favorite episode from Season 3. When an unfortunate prince meets a mysterious girl, their friendship gets off to a very rocky start. On a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, and Grimmest, this episode is Grimm. Plus, we're hosting a LIVE Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest event at Brooklyn Public Library Central Branch at 11am June 14th! Adam will tell a BRAND NEW story but also a Fan Favorite from the past voted on by YOU. So cast your vote now! Vote here: https://realm-media.typeform.com/GrimmVoting Want to be the first to hear new episodes of Grimm? Subscribe at Pinna.fm using code GRIMM for a special discount!
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Rumpelstiltskin (Adam's Secrets Version) 22.05.2025 30Min.We're taking a look back at some of the most popular Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest episodes of all time with Adam Gidwitz. Join Adam as he listens to Rumpelstiltskin again to share behind-the-scenes stories and what it was like creating the very first episode of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest. Want to be the first to hear new episodes of Grimm? Subscribe at Pinna.fm using code GRIMM for a discount!
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