Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest

About

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...

Episodes

• Record a Grimm Episode with Adam! 2026-05-06

  Adam hosts a live recording of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest at the Storytelling with Children Festival in Syracuse on May 17, 2026. The event features a new fairy tale, storytelling sessions, a book signing, and a VIP meet-and-greet.

• Adam's Sneak Peeks | The Poor Soldier Boy 2026-03-23

  In this episode of Adam’s Sneak Peeks, author Adam Gidwitz presents a work-in-progress version of “The Poor Soldier Boy,” a Grimm-inspired story about a deserter making a deal with the Devil. Listeners are invited to provide feedback to he…

• The Water of Life (Adam's Secrets Version) 2025-12-17

  This re-released episode of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest, rated Grimmer, tells the story of a young prince on a quest to save his dying father, including new introductions and behind-the-scenes details from Adam.

• The Figs (Adam's Secrets Version) 2025-11-26

  This episode, a re-release of The Figs, features a new intro and behind-the-scenes stories from Adam. Three brothers try to fulfill the request of a picky rich man. It is rated Grimmest.

• The Two Travelers (Part ll) 2025-11-20

  This episode, rated Grimmest, tells the story of a tailor with magical eyes who learns to balance hope and caution.

• The Two Travelers (Part l) 2025-11-13

  This episode features a tailor and shoemaker on a journey where they learn lessons about friendship, trust, and how people perceive the world differently. It is rated 'Grimmest'.

• The Secret Language 2025-11-06

  This episode, rated Grimmer, follows a young brother's magical adventure sparked by feeling left out of his sisters' secret game, highlighting themes of mystery, bravery, and family.

• Adam Talks Scary Stories with Unspookable 2025-10-31

  Adam Gidwitz, host of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest, discusses scary stories with Elise Parisian, host of Unspookable. They explore why scary stories are told and their purpose, drawing on Gidwitz's experience with Grimms' Fairy Tales. The conv…

• Darling Roland 2025-10-30

  This episode, rated Grimmest, tells the story of a kind girl who uses her courage and cleverness to escape danger, find true love, and choose her own happy ending.

• Red Fish, Blue Fish 2025-10-23

  This episode retells the story of a fisherman whose catch from a strange lake sparks a magical adventure. Sana Alimohamed is featured in this retelling.

• The Belt, The Necklace, and Barbara 2025-10-16

  Barbara embarks on a magical quest for beauty in 'The Belt, The Necklace, and Barbara,' an episode of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest. She discovers the importance of inner values over external appearances.

• The Twelve Tortoises (Part II) 2025-10-09

  In the conclusion of 'The Twelve Tortoises,' Caroline navigates dark magic, perilous creatures, and challenging trials to find her family, ultimately understanding the profound meaning of their promise to protect one another. This episode…

• The Twelve Tortoises (Part I) 2025-10-02

  In "The Twelve Tortoises (Part I)" of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest, Caroline confronts a greedy innkeeper and seeks her lost brother, aided by swans. The episode is rated Grimmer.

• The Three Feathers (Part II) 2025-09-25

  In the concluding part of "The Three Feathers," the brothers confront their most unusual challenge, which examines their character and leads to a meaningful conclusion filled with heart and magic.

• Adam and Liz Gotauco Discuss Fairy Tales 2025-09-23

  Adam Gotauco discusses fairy tales with author and librarian Liz Gotauco. The conversation explores their shared interests in the subject matter.

• The Three Feathers (Part I) 2025-09-18

  In "The Three Feathers (Part I)" from Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest, three royal brothers compete in magical challenges set by their father to decide the successor to the throne.

• The Crabman's Daughter (Adam's Secrets Version) 2025-09-17

  This re-released episode, 'The Crabman's Daughter,' includes a new intro and behind-the-scenes details from Adam. It tells the story of a fishing town's fear of a lake mystery and a young woman's desire to swim in it.

• The Wizard King (Adam's Secrets Version) 2025-06-05

  Adam Gidwitz re-examines the "The Wizard King" episode from Season 4 of Grimm, detailing its creation and sharing behind-the-scenes insights. The episode centers on a boy confronting the Wizard King in a game of Hide and Seek.

• The Stone Gnomes (Adam's Secrets Version) 2025-05-29

  Adam revisits a Season 3 episode,

• Rumpelstiltskin (Adam's Secrets Version) 2025-05-22

  This episode features Adam Gidwitz reflecting on "Rumpelstiltskin," the inaugural episode of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest. Gidwitz shares exclusive behind-the-scenes details and discusses the creative process behind the series' first installme…

• The Wizard King 2024-09-26

  A young boy plays Hide and Seek against the evil Wizard King. This episode is rated Grimmest.

• Author Adam Gidwitz and Max in the House of Spies 2024-03-11

  Author Adam Gidwitz celebrated the release of his new book, Max in the House of Spies, with a talk on Wednesday, March 13. More information about the event can be found at cellardoorbookstore.com.

• Snow White and Rose Red 2019-03-21

  This episode of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest retells the story of Snow White and Rose Red, focusing on two sisters, two bears, and a gnome. The episode is rated as 'Grimm' on the show's scale.

• The Water of Life 2018-10-30

  This episode of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest recounts the tale of a king's illness and his youngest son's quest to save him. The episode is rated as 'Grimmer'.

• Little Chick 2018-10-29

  The podcast episode 'Little Chick' on Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest features an absurd and magical tale where a cook plans to eat two children.

• Princess Parrot 2018-10-28

  This episode, rated Grimm, features a story about a prince who meets his match and learns a lesson.

• The Old Lady in the Woods 2018-10-27

  This episode, rated Grimmest, follows a girl's search for her lost family in a forest where she meets a fox and an old woman.

• The Peasant’s Clever Daughter 2018-10-26

  This episode retells the story of a peasant's daughter who cleverly confronts a powerful emperor. It is rated 'Grimmer' on the Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest scale.

• The Musicians of Bremen Town 2018-10-25

  This episode of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest retells the classic story of four animals who form a band and encounter trouble. The episode is rated 'Grimmer' on the show's scale.

• The Glass Coffin 2018-10-24

  This episode tells the story of a boy who encounters a sleeping princess, a bull, and magic. It is rated as 'Grimmest' on the Grimm scale.

• The Iron Stove 2018-10-23

  This episode of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest tells the story of a selfish princess and an enchanted talking stove. The adventure is rated as Grimm on the show's scale.

• Hans My Hedgehog 2018-10-22

  This episode tells the story of Hans My Hedgehog, a half-boy, half-hedgehog who journeys to find a friend. With his rooster, bagpipes, and an army of pigs, he overcomes challenges.

• Rumpelstiltskin 2018-09-24

  This episode retells the tale of Rumpelstiltskin. A miller's daughter is forced to make a bargain with a magical little man after her father falsely claims she can spin straw into gold.