Podcast Summary

Making Space with Hoda Kotb

Episode: Introducing Season 4 of Morrison Mysteries: The Snow Queen
Release Date: December 17, 2025
Host: Hoda Kotb (with featured guest: Keith Morrison)

Episode Overview

This special episode serves as a brief, evocative introduction to the forthcoming season of the popular narrative series, Morrison Mysteries. In partnership with Hoda Kotb’s Making Space podcast, iconic storyteller Keith Morrison teases the adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairytale The Snow Queen, exploring universal themes of friendship, resilience, and unwavering love in the face of hardship. Hoda Kotb continues to use her platform to spotlight powerful stories about the human spirit—a perfect backdrop for Morrison’s dramatic recounting.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Timeless Tale of The Snow Queen

• Keith Morrison introduces listeners to the beloved story of Kay and Gerda, childhood friends whose simple, idyllic world is fractured by the arrival of the mysterious and powerful Snow Queen.
• At the core of this story are questions about what gives us strength and how love, compassion, and steadfast loyalty are tested by adversity.
• Morrison’s narration draws parallels between the fairy tale’s magical challenges and the real-life themes of self-discovery and resilience that are common to Making Space.

2. An Invitation to Journey

• Morrison extends a dramatic invitation for listeners to experience the story, connecting classic fairytale adventure to personal growth:

  “She loves him with all her heart. But will that be enough?” (Keith Morrison, 00:49)

• This framing positions the upcoming season as not just a story, but a lesson in courage and the transformative power of love.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Keith Morrison, on the vulnerability of childhood friendship (00:02):

  “They were just a little boy and girl, Kay and Gerrida, who were the very best of friends. They didn't have much, only their little garden where they whiled away the long summer days.”

• Keith Morrison, foreshadowing the challenge ahead (00:38):

  “Winter came. The icy wind brought someone who may sound familiar. A beautiful woman, mysterious, enchanting, but cold. Yes, that's right. She is the Snow Queen. And she had set her sights on that little boy.”

• Keith Morrison, highlighting the central theme (00:48):

  “There is only one person in the world who can save him. His best friend, Gerda. She loves him with all her heart. But will that be enough?”

• Keith Morrison, inviting listeners to join the journey (00:53):

  “I'm Keith Morrison. Join me for an all new Morrison Mysteries, Hans Christian Andersen's The Snow Queen. You can binge all episodes December 19th wherever you get your podcasts.”

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:01–00:53: Keith Morrison’s evocative introduction to The Snow Queen—sets the emotional and narrative framework for the new season.
• (Advertisement begins at 00:58 and is skipped per instruction.)

Concluding Reflection

This introduction cleverly intertwines the fantastical elements of Andersen’s tale with the central ethos of Making Space: resilience is often anchored in compassion and loyalty. Through Keith Morrison’s signature suspenseful narration, listeners are drawn not only to a new adventure, but to reflect on where their own strength might be found—a perfect thematic fit as Hoda Kotb encourages her audience to make space for growth, connection, and hope.