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In this episode, we journey through the unexpected "world building" epic of Watership Down, where rabbits aren’t just rabbits—they’re leaders, prophets, storytellers, and survivors.

At the heart of the tale is Hazel, an unlikely leader whose strength lies not in brute force, but in empathy, trust, and quiet courage. Along the way, we explore the deep importance of storytelling in the rabbits’ world—and how the clever tales of El-ahrairah shape their culture and lives. Whether you’ve read the book before or are new to the down, this episode is for anyone who loves good stories and big characters who rise to the moment, ev ...