Food 4 Thought

Food for Thought Thoughts with Dark Cancer Season 2, Episode 56: Dark Truths: The Disturbing Original Story of Sleeping BeautyCONTENT WARNING: This episode contains graphic descriptions of sexual assault, cannibalism, and violence that are part of the original 17th-century fairy tale. This content is disturbing and is not suitable for all listeners. Listener discretion is strongly advised.You know the Disney story: a princess, a spinning wheel, and a magical kiss. But what if the original story was far more sinister? In the first episode of the "Dark Truth" series, Dark Cancer uncovers the grim and gruesome original version of Sleeping Beauty.This is a deep dive into the 1634 tale "Sun, Moon, and Talia" by Giambattista Basile. The host reveals a story that is miles away from the animated classic, challenging everything you thought you knew about this beloved fairy tale.This episode explores the shocking original story, including:The "Hero": A king who discovers the sleeping princess and assaults her in her sl