A Tisket-Tasket Podcast
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A Tisket-Tasket Podcast is your gateway into the whimsical and often surprising world of nursery rhymes. Hosted by Gina Zimbardi, this podcast unpacks the rich history, folklore, and cultural impact of the rhymes we all grew up with. Each episode delves into the origins, evolution, and hidden meanings behind these timeless verses, exploring their connections to history, fashion, literature, and even politics. With expert insights, archival recordings, and lively storytelling, A Tisket-Tasket brings new life to old rhymes, proving that even the simplest childhood chants have fascinating stories to tell. Whether you're a folklore enthusiast, history buff, or just curious about the songs of your childhood, this podcast invites you to listen, learn, and rediscover the magic of nursery rhymes.
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Season 3: Episode 16 - Muddy Jim & Progressive Era Health Nursery Rhymes
Send us a textIn this episode of A Tisket-Tasket Podcast, host Gina Zimbardi returns after a long break to discuss her research presented at the American Folklore Conference in 2025. The focus of her…
Public Health and Progressive Era Child Welfare
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S1E14 Season 3: Episode 14 - Ride a Cock Horse to Banbury Cross
Send us a textIn this episode of the "A Tisket-Tasket" podcast, host Gina explores the enchanting nursery rhyme "Ride a Cock Horse to Banbury Cross." Delving into its rich history, origins, and…
S1E13 Season 3: Epsiode 13 - Naughty Baby
Send us a textIn this episode of A Tisket-Tasket, Gina unpacks the dark and fascinating history of the nursery rhyme Naughty Baby, a lullaby that uses fear—and Napoleon Bonaparte—as a disciplinary…
S3E12 Season 3: Episode 12 - Great A, Little A
Send us a textIn this episode of the 'A Tisket-Tasket' podcast, hosted by Gina, the focus is on the nursery rhyme 'Great A, Little A, Bouncing B,' which has deep roots in the history of children's…
S1E11 Season 3: Episode 11 - New Orleans Jazz Funerals
Send us a textIn this special episode of 'A Tisket Tasket' podcast, host Gina explores the rich history and cultural significance of the New Orleans Jazz Funeral Procession. Dedicated to her friend…
S1E10 Season 3: Episode 10 - BINGO
Send us a textUnveiling the History of 'Bingo': A Timeless Folk SongJoin host Gina on the Tisket-Tasket podcast as she delves into the origins, meanings, and cultural impact of the beloved nursery…
S1E9 Season 3: Episode 9 - Daisy Bell (or a Bicycle Built for Two)
Send us a textIn this episode of the A Tisket-Tasket Podcast, host Gina explores the rich history of the song 'Daisy Bell (Bicycle Built for Two)'. Initially composed in 1892 by Harry Dacer, this…
S1E8 Season 3 - Episode 8 - Special Birthday Epsiode! Gina's thoughts: Opie's, Brother's Grimm, and Julia Bishop
Send us a text In this episode, host Gina explores the legacy of Iona and Peter Opie, pioneers in the study of children’s folklore, and how contemporary scholars are bringing their groundbreaking…
S1E7 Season 3 Episode 7 - Cock-A-Doodle-Doo
Send us a textJoin Gina in this episode of the Tisket Tasket podcast as she delves into the fascinating history and deeper meanings of the nursery rhyme 'Cock a doodle doo.' Discover the song's…
S1E6 Season 3 Episode 6 - One, Two, Buckle My Shoe
Send us a textIn this episode of the 'Tisket Tasket Podcast,' host Gina delves into the rich history and cultural significance of the nursery rhyme '1, 2, Buckle My Shoe.' Exploring its origins from…
S1E5 Season 3: Episode 5 - Blow the Man Down
Send us a textIn this podcast episode, host Gina explores the fascinating history and cultural context of the sea shanty 'Blow the Man Down.' Despite not being a traditional nursery rhyme, this…
Season 3: Episode 4 - Ants Go Marching / When Johnny Goes Marching Home
Send us a textIn this episode of A Tisket-Tasket Podcast, host Gina dives into the fascinating story behind the children's nursery rhyme 'The Ants Go Marching.' Discover how this playful tune traces…
Season 3: Episode 3 - Apples & Bananas
Send us a textExploring the Fun of Apples and Bananas Nursery Rhyme | A Tisket-Tasket Podcast S3 E3 | atiskettasketpodcast.comJoin Gina in Season 3, Episode 3 of the Task at Podcast, where she dives…
Season 3: Episode 2 - Five Little Speckled Frogs
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S3E1 Season 3: Episode 0 - Happy New Year 2025! State of the Podcast!
Send us a textEpisode Description: Happy New Year and Exciting UpdatesWelcome to 2025! It’s been a while since my last update, but this podcast is far from abandoned. In this episode, I share the…
S2E9 Season 2 Bonus Content - Four Functions of Folklore Discussion & Review of 1954 Bascom Article
Send us a text🎙️ Dive deep into the fascinating world of folklore with host Gina in this episode of "A Tisket-Tasket Podcast." Gina reviews an insightful article by renowned folklorist William Bascom…
S2E8 Season 2, Episode 8: Five Little Ducks
Send us a text🎙️ Dive into the enchanting world of nursery rhymes with A Tisket-Tasket podcast hosted by Gina! 🦆 In this episode, Gina explores the delightful rhyme "Five Little Ducks," taking you…
S2E7 Season 2: Episode 7: 5 Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed
Send us a textIn this podcast episode, Gina delves into the intriguing history of the nursery rhyme "Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed." While exploring various versions of the rhyme, she…
S2E6 Season 2: Episode 6 - Steve Roud Interview Part 2
Send us a textDive into the enchanting world of folk songs and nursery rhymes in the latest episode of A Tisket-Tasket Podcast with your host Gina! In an engaging conversation with renowned…
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A Tisket-Tasket Podcast has published 72 episodes since December 2022, covering topics in Arts, Books.
A Tisket-Tasket Podcast is currently dormant with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 20m.
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