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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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Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest
Pinna · Kids & Family · English
🎃 You're invited to see Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest live with Adam Gidwitz on October 25 in Tarrytown, NY! 🎟️ Get tickets: tinyurl.com/GrimmLive2026 It's Grimm fairy tales like you've never heard before! On every episode of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest, bestselling author Adam Gidwitz retells a…
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