Listen: Natalie Merchant Talks 'Cabinet of Wonder' with 'Word in Your Ear'

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Natalie Merchant was on the Word in Your Ear podcast to talk about the roots and evolution of Cabinet of Wonder, her collaboration with Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Chicago Children's Theatre, which reimagines Mother Goose and her rhymes for a new generation of young children. "She’s never had an audience reaction as enthusiastic and emotional," says the show. "It’s a magnificent project to give children experiences that modern life rarely affords." You can hear the episode here.

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Natalie Merchant was on the Word in Your Ear podcast to talk with hosts David Hepworth and Mark Ellen about the roots and evolution of Cabinet of Wonder, her collaboration with Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Chicago Children's Theatre, which reimagines Mother Goose and her rhymes for a new generation of young children. "She’s never had an audience reaction as enthusiastic and emotional," says the show. "It’s a magnificent project to give children experiences that modern life rarely affords." You can hear their conversation here via YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts:

You can find out more about the Cabinet of Wonder project and access its materials at cabinetofwonder.org. You can get the album and hear it here.

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Natalie Merchant: 'Word in Your Ear,' August 2026
  • Wednesday, August 26, 2026
    Listen: Natalie Merchant Talks 'Cabinet of Wonder' with 'Word in Your Ear'
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    Natalie Merchant was on the Word in Your Ear podcast to talk with hosts David Hepworth and Mark Ellen about the roots and evolution of Cabinet of Wonder, her collaboration with Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Chicago Children's Theatre, which reimagines Mother Goose and her rhymes for a new generation of young children. "She’s never had an audience reaction as enthusiastic and emotional," says the show. "It’s a magnificent project to give children experiences that modern life rarely affords." You can hear their conversation here via YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts:

    You can find out more about the Cabinet of Wonder project and access its materials at cabinetofwonder.org. You can get the album and hear it here.

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