Parent info: Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages is recommended for ages under-5s and 6-10 and 11 plus. Made in the USA, it's about Faerie Tales and Fantasy for kids. Launched in 2014, it has 1 season.
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Biggest in the World! Sallie the Salamander is so happy in her little log, and why wouldn't she be? She's the biggest in the world! Until all of a sudden …
Today's episode is an original story written for you by Michael Low. Remi and June find a magical key in their grandparent's attic. Listen to find out what they discover when they unlock a tree!…
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing! A hungry wolf tries to use a disguise to finally get to eat some dinner, but will all the other sheep notice the predator in their…
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today's story is adapted by Daniel Hinds from a classic fable. Three soldiers leave a war and make a deal with a magical dragon. In exchange for seven years of wealth and freedom, they must serve him for seven years afterward unless they can solve his riddle. …
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Prometheus Steals the Fire! After the sun sets at night, the humans have to live in the cold and dark, and Zeus doesn't care. But Prometheus does! And he's fi…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Plum Pit Thief! Kwan is an old man who doesn't have enough money to buy rice. When he steals some at the market, he gets sent to jail! Now what will he do…
Today's episode is adapted by Daniel Hinds from the original story “The Magic Bonbons” by L. Frank Baum. A little girl named Bessie Bostwick takes a magical box of chocolates from a young lady named Claribel Sudds. Find out what happens when Bessie, her parent…
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. A Bone To Pick! In this adaptation of a classic Aesop’s Fable, a lion and bear can’t agree on who should get to eat the leftover picnic basket goodies. Who’s …
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Phaeton Steals the Sun! Demigod Phaeton wants to be JUST like his father, Helios, the god of the sun, but he doesn't want to wait until he's a grown up! What …
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Hare's Tug of War! Ms. Elephant and Mr. Hippo are being very greedy with their berries and flowers, and the hare is VERY hungry! What will she do to earn …
Today's episode is an original story written for you by Daniel Hinds. Jill Henry, a creative fifth grader who loves art, music, and theater, becomes discouraged after classmates and a teacher use AI to create work faster and better than she can.…
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Drink the River, Eat Like Royalty! Goldie and Grumbles are tired of fishing, and Goldie has an idea that might change everything! But will it actually work?…
Today we have another charming story about Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy written by Johnny Gruelle and adapted by Daniel Hinds. Follow along as Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy help out Babette with a medicine problem.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. One of Us! Based on the old Turkish Proverb, it's a story about the dangers of judging by appearance and trusting too easily.…
Today's story is adapted from the picture book by Marjorie Flack and written for you by Daniel Hinds. Angus, a young Scottish Terrier, spends his days patrolling his farm. One day, he discovers geese at the pond and is very interested. However, his mom tells h…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Great Playground Leap! Sam, Darnell, and Violet are back from April vacation, and they all had a great break! But not as great as Brandon...…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Blue Corn Maiden! The beloved Blue Corn Maiden has been captured by Winter. With Summer's help, can she make her escape?…
Today's story is written for you by Daniel Hinds. Pete, a factory worker, is responsible for pointing out other workers who should be replaced by robots. Listen to find out what happens when all the workers are replaced by Pete's pointing.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Robin's Egg Blues! A grumpy tortoise and a chirpy mother robin meet on a sunshine-y spring day and argue about who has the best house. Who will win? Tune in t…
Today's story is by Watty Piper and adapted for you by Daniel Hinds. A little train carrying toys and food for the kids over the mountain gets stuck and her engine breaks down. Will any of the other engines pull her up the mountain? Listen and find out!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Incredible Singing Tortoise! Zane is walking home from school one day and makes an incredible discovery! A singing tortoise named Alicia! He can't wait to…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. White Doe, Fairy Doe! On his first ever solo hunting trip, Declan spots a mysterious and beautiful white doe, and he knows he has to have her. But what will h…
Today's episode is inspired by Rudyard Kipling and written for you by Daniel Hinds. During a terrible storm, Cassie gives shelter to some animals in exchange for help around the farm. Listen to find out what happens when Cassie meets Luna the cat.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. A Hercules Fable! This story is an adaptation of the classic Greek myth about the famous, superstrong demigod, Hercules! Enjoy!!…
Today's episode is a Japanese folktale adapted for you by Daniel Hinds. An old couple discovers a large peach in a stream.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. White Flowers, Red Berries! An old Irish folktale about a Fairy rath (rath is an old Irish word for glade) and some farmers who invade their favorite Hawthorn…
Today's episode is a story by Richard M. Elam and adapted for you by Daniel Hinds. Beth and her father are in the desert looking for dead branches of "jumping cactus", when Beth discovers something in the brush. It's a ship! Listen to find out more about Beth'…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Lucky Drum! An old folktale from Uganda finds a Lizard and a Python performing together and then arguing over their lucky drum!…
Today's episode is a story about a poor soldier written for you by Hans Christian Andersen. He gains a magical tinderbox that summons three powerful dogs who bring him wealth and secretly carry a princess to him at night. Find out what happens when the King an…
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Mr. Rat and His Lovely Daughter! Sakura's father is very excited for her to marry the strongest around, and he thinks her future husband should be the sun! Bu…
Today we have a new story from your favorite cast of mangy mutts. That's right, it's Dog King back for another fun story with his gang of crazy canines. In this episode, Rambo eats a lego piece. Can Dog King and the other dogs get it out? Listen to find out!…
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Moon Rabbit! The monkey, the otter, and the rabbit all want to make an offering to the Moon Spirit, but one animal is more generous than the rest. Find ou…
Today we have another charming story about Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy written by Johnny Gruelle and adapted by Daniel Hinds. Follow along as Raggedy Andy gets trapped in the new shiny tin gutter when trying to find the Penny dolls. Can Raggedy Ann and the re…
Today's episode was based on an old Slavic folk tale. Momo and Papa live high up in the mountains and one day Momo decided to bake Papa a roll. Follow along to find out what unexpected things happen next!…
Today's Episode is a Czech fairy tale, all about a girl named Marushka who lives a tough life with her sister and step-mother. She is not treated very well by either, but on a cold winter day, while out on an errand for her sister she stumbles upon something m…
Today we have a new story from your favorite cast of mangy mutts. That's right, it's Dog King back for another fun story with his gang of crazy canines. In this episode, Pickles encounters an elf in his dad's shoe shop. He claims he sees the elf stealing all o…
Today we have another podchats episode for you! Listen as Amanda and Dan talk about video games!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Lazy Pony! Webster the pony loves to prance and play, and he does NOT want to do any work, EVER. When his girl Harper needs his help to carry some salt to…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Little Rescue! Ms. Beakman thinks that kindness for kindness sake is important, and Mr. Pecks is not so sure. Who will win this argument? You'll have to l…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Princess's Excellent Birthday Party! The princess just wants a nice quiet gathering for her birthday, but her father the king wants it to be the best part…
Today we have another podchats episode for you! Listen as Amanda and Dan share some special announcements about YouTube and the Sleep Series!…
Today's story is an adaptation of a story by Louisa May-Alcott and written for you by Daniel Hinds. Tilly, the oldest of six siblings, is left in charge on Thanksgiving when their parents rush Nana to urgent care. Determined to save the holiday, the kids attem…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. A Dog King Thanksgiving! It's Thanksgiving! Dog King, King of the Dogs is throwing a festive, silly celebration in the alley, and everyone's coming! Pickles, …
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Kiddo and the Fox! This is a story about an absent-minded little lamb who follows a butterfly into the woods and finds herself invited to dinner with a fox...…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Love Potion! In this story, based on a traditional Ethiopian fable, a very nervous young man named Abel seeks a magical solution to his struggles, but he …
Today's story is an adaptation from the classic sci-fi story by Katherine MacLean and written for you by Daniel Hinds. Listen as astronauts Marie and Joe discover something while repairing a satellite in high orbit.…
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Boy Who Loved Cheese Too Much! Klaas LOVES cheese. He can't get enough! But what will happen when he gets to eat all the cheese he's ever wanted? Can you …
Today's story is based on the Irish folktale and written for you by Daniel Hinds. It's a Halloween story about a con-man named Jack and his fate in the afterlife. Tune in to find out what happens!…
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Goblin Picnic! In this slightly spooky story for Halloween, a boy named Hawk is lured in by the promises of an enchanted goblin picnic, despite his better…
Today's story is inspired by The Signal-Man by Charles Dickens and written for you by Daniel Hinds. It's a slightly spooky story for Halloween about a railroad worker and a ghost. Tune in to find out what happens!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Pied Piper! Rats are plaguing a small village, but one musician has an interesting solution. Listen and find out!…
Today's story is adaptation of a classic fable written for you by Daniel Hinds. A baby chick named Vicky loves corn, and she wants to have an entire kernel of corn all to herself. Follow along to find out if she gets her own kernel!…
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. With Our Powers Combined! Holly and Travis are a hedgehog and a turtle, and they're also best friends. But when they meet Davi the jaguar, they have to figure…
Today's story is adapted from the short fable by George Reavis and written for you by Daniel Hinds. A wise old owl decides to teach a duck, a rabbit, a squirrel and an eagle how to fly, run, climb and swim.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Tokki and the Dragon King! The Dragon King is sick and needs a special cure that only Tokki can provide! This story is from Korean folklore and includes lots …
Today's story is inspired by English Folklore and written for you by Daniel Hinds. A king tries to take over a small town called Hamwich. Is he successful? Listen and find out!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Cat Bride! Two Greek gods get into an argument and make a bet. Does changing the way something looks change what it truly is? Tune in and find out!…
Today's story is a Korean folktale adapted by Daniel Hinds from the collection by Kim So-Un. One night in a village, a large tiger named Fang ate all of their pigs and vegetables. The townsfolk sent some people out to hunt the tiger. Were they successful? List…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Narrow Bridge! This story is about two very stubborn goats as they battle it out to see who gets to cross a very narrow bridge first. Who will it be?? You…
Today we have a new story from your favorite cast of mangy mutts. That's right, it's Dog King back for another fun story with his gang of crazy canines. In this episode, Dog King and Pickles put a team together to get a giant bone. Follow along to find out how…
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Two of Everything!…
Today's story is an adaptation of an asian fable written for you by Daniel Hinds.…
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Village That Didn't Share!…
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Big Scary Cave!…
Today's story is an adaptation of a classic fable written for you by Daniel Hinds.…
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Princess and the Pea!…
Today's story is an adaptation of a classic fable written for you by Daniel Hinds.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Wiggly in Walt Disney World!…
Today's story is an adaptation of a classic fable written for you by Daniel Hinds.…
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Dog King - Dog Days of Summer written for you by Daniel Hinds.…
Today's story is based on The Three Questions by Leo Tolstoy, adapted and written for you by Daniel Hinds. The king seeks answers to these three questions: When is the best time to do each thing? Who are the most important people? What is the most important th…
This week we are continuing the story of Ann of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Wednesday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today's story is based on the classic poem by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, adapted and written for you by Daniel Hinds. You may also recognize the story from the old Disney movie Fantasia, where it was told with no words, just a Mickey Mouse animation and a mus…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The classic Christmas/Holiday favorite of the Gingerbread Man. He runs! Can you catch him? (You Can't, it says so in the song).…
Today we have another charming story about Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy written by Johnny Gruelle and adapted by Daniel Hinds. Follow along as Marcie's toys get into a pillow fight one night after Marcie and the rest of the people are in bed.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Goats, trolls, and some serious gruff. Listen to our take on this classic Norwegian fairy tale!…
Today we have a fun new story, adapted from a picture book by Wanda Gág. An old man goes out to get a new cat for his wife and comes back with... well, more than one cat.…
This week we are continuing the story of Ann of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Wednesday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The mice have gathered and need a plan to stop the cat! One mouse has a plan, but is anyone brave enough to pull it off? Based on the fable, this original sto…
Today we have a Czech folktale translated by Jausef Baudis and adapted for audio by Daniel Hinds. Follow along as the kind and generous soldier has some unexpected encounters on the way home from war.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. A poem about a war between the Peanut Butter and Jelly Kingdoms. It has songs about sandwiches!…
Today we have a story adapted from a Japanese fable. Follow along as an artist boy who, as you may have guessed, loved to draw cats, saves a temple from an invading goblin.…
This week we are continuing the story of Ann of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Wednesday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. A schoolyard artist, a schoolyard bully, a magic piece of chalk, and a very real T-Rex. This week's contemporary fairy tale is full of fun, danger, and magic.…
Today we have a story written for you by our friend Michael Low. A re-telling from a translation of Journey to the West by Wu Cheng-En, this exciting story follows a fun, mischievous, and powerful monkey king on his journey for immortality.…
This week we are continuing the story of Ann of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Wednesday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. This week we have the classic cautionary tale. You can cry wolf all you want, but what happens when you come face to face with the real thing?…
Today we have a new story from your favorite cast of mangy mutts. That's right, it's Dog King back for another fun story with his gang of crazy canines. In this episode Pickles is all worked up, well more than usual, because he has just learned that he has a t…
This week we are continuing the story of Ann of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Wednesday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Listen to this episode featuring the classic Three Little Pigs or we'll huff and we'll puff and we'll blow your house down :).…
Today we have a fun story about bravery inspired by Aesop's Fables and written by Daniel Hinds. Be sure to stay tuned at the end of the episode for some family discussion questions.…
This week we are continuing the story of Ann of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Wednesday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. One daughter loves the sun and one daughter loves the rain. What's a dad to do??…
Today we have another story straight from the hundred acre wood, with Winnie the Pooh and all his friends.…
This week we are continuing the story of Ann of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Wednesday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. When the cheetah and the wild dog tell Froggy that she's ugly, she asks the Sky God for a tail so she can be beautiful. But will it really be everything she's…
Today's story was written by Daniel Hinds and adapted from Polynesian Mythology. Follow along as the legend of Maui unfolds and he performs one of his many acts of greatness, slowing the sun, bringing more sunlight and time for prosperity in each day for the p…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Firefly Queen glows so bright that everyone comes to see her all the time, but will she ever meet anyone with a fire of their own?…
Today we have a new mystery for the great Don McPond to solve. Follow along as Don and Tripsy set out to solve the case of Tripsy's missing orange. See if you can solve the case before Don does!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Louise the doctor is very excited to take a vacation from curing people, but when she gets kidnapped by some very sick goblins she HAS to help them feel bette…
Today we have another episode with Raggedy Ann, this time with a brand new friend who has come to play.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. This week's episode is based on a Bulgarian myth about what happens when Father Frost is nowhere to be found and an entire village is buried in snow! Listen i…
Today's story is an original written by Daniel Hinds, adapted from African Folklore. Follow along as Louis the frog finds an ingenious way to deal with a big elephant bully.…
This week we are continuing the story of Ann of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Wednesday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Fenny wins a contest fair and square, but her mean brothers, Frog and Newt sabotage her success. How is she going to get herself out of this mess?…
This week we are continuing our classic novel reading series. This time Amanda will be reading from Anne of Green Gables by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Wednesday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Today we bring you an original story all about what happens to Nellie when she tries to take a bit of old forest magic, a fairy, and keep it in a jar as a pet…
Today we have another classic from the Hundred Acre Wood. In today's episode the gang search for a new house for Owl, and Pooh finally writes a Pooh Song for Piglet's Very Grand Thing.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. This week's episode is based on a traditional Japanese folktale and it's all about two cats named Gon and Koma! Listen in so you can join them on their advent…
Today's episode is an original written by Daniel Hinds, inspired by European Garden Folklore. Carey Day had a big old garden and she took great pride in caring for her flowers and plants. Listen in to find out what happens when she find's someone... something.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Billy the bee is having a very hard time defending his hive's honey, until Mother Nature gives him a stinger! Now he can defend the honey really well. Maybe t…
Today we have another podchats episode for you with Brock Rackets here to talk brackets. This time we're doing an Easter candy bracket, tune in as the best spring time holiday candy battles it out, and find out which Easter candy reigns supreme.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The sky is falling, and Chicken Little is VERY upset! Join her as she tries to save herself, Henny Penny, Lucky Ducky, and Lucy Goosey from getting squished! …
Today we have another original story written by Daniel Hinds, inspired by English Folklore. Lord Percy Crescar of Barnburgh is a fancy knight, who for most of his knighthood has been more concerned with his clothes and his castle than with actually fighting an…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Bailey gets a juicy bone every day from his generous owner, and all he wants is to eat it in peace, by himself. Why won't all these animals just leave him alo…
Today's episode is another classic from A.A. Milne featuring Winnie the Pooh and his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood. In this episode Pooh and Piglet visit their friends and eventually Piglet must do a very grand thing to rescue Pooh and Owl from a tough situ…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Scales the snake wants to win the hugging contest, but nobody will let him enter! Are arms really THAT important for a good hug? Tune in to find out!…
Today's episode is an original story inspired by the Brer Rabbit Stories. Follow along as Tippy the Turtle deals with a bully named Fletcher the fox by outsmarting him.…
Today we have a new Podchats episode, this time with friend of the show Michael Low. Michael has created a brand new story telling and adventure game that you can play using legos, action figures, stuffed animals, or whatever toys you have laying around the ho…
Today's story is a Daniel Hinds original, inspired by a Japanese fable. Momo the mouse is looking for a husband, but not just any husband, she wants to marry the very strongest around. Follow along on her journey to find the very strongest husband.…
Today we are continuing our every other week crossover to our sister podcast Stories RPG where we play a story telling game developed by Daniel Hinds and Michael Low to help people of all ages tell stories together. Today's episode is the exciting finale to th…
Today we are continuing our reading of the classic novel Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Aiden has been stuck at home for a MONTH already and he is SO. BORED. It's definitely not that he misses his friends or his teacher or school, or anything lik…
Today's story was inspired by the poem by Itzik Manger. Noah loves nature, and the forest near his house, but he is concerned about one tree in particular that doesn't seem to have any other near by trees to keep it company.…
Today we are continuing our every other week crossover to our sister podcast Stories RPG where we play a story telling game developed by Daniel Hinds and Michael Low to help people of all ages tell stories together. We left last episode with a big decision loo…
Today we are continuing our reading of the classic novel Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The frogs are happy spending lazy days at the pond doing whatever they want, all except for the old bullfrog. He thinks they all need some order and direction…
Today's episode was inspired by an Italian Folktale. Follow along as Mario the peddler helps a town out with their rat problem, and his rival peddler Bianca, learns the value of selflessness.…
Today we are continuing our every other week crossover to our sister podcast Stories RPG where we play a story telling game developed by Daniel Hinds and Michael Low to help people of all ages tell stories together. In today's episode Firefly and the rest of t…
Today we are continuing our reading of the classic novel Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Sacred Squirrel has a very important job to do, but being the messenger can be so boring! How can he make it more fun for himself? Find out in this adapta…
Today's episode was based on a classic German fairy tale. Join us to learn about Ursula, a girl who loved the woods and loved to eat so much that she earned the name, little bear girl.…
Today we are continuing our every other week crossover to our sister podcast Stories RPG where we play a story telling game developed by Daniel Hinds and Michael Low to help people of all ages tell stories together. In today's episode our heroes grapple with t…
Today we are continuing our reading of the classic novel Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Zane the monkey LOVES to play pranks... even though no one else thinks they're funny. But whatever! They just can't take a joke! So when he plays a prank on a…
Today we have a new story with Winnie the Pooh and all his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood! Follow along as Rabbit has an idea to unbounce Tigger.…
Today we are continuing our every other week crossover to our sister podcast Stories RPG where we play a story telling game developed by Daniel Hinds and Michael Low to help people of all ages tell stories together. Last time our heroes were introduced to the …
Today we are continuing our reading of the classic novel Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Stevie is disappointed when he finds out he’ll have to go to camp this summer. He thought he’d finally have a chance to relax and be himself, but now he’ll ha…
Today's episode is an original story based on English Folklore. Follow along as Nori has a run in with a bugbear who thinks he has rights to the crops she's been growing.…
Today we are continuing our every other week crossover to our sister podcast Stories RPG where we play a story telling game developed by Daniel Hinds and Michael Low to help people of all ages tell stories together. After a brief rest at the lighthouse and an …
Today we are continuing our reading of the classic novel Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Giant Princess dropped her cookie in a river and hasn't stopped crying for WEEKS! The king is at his wit's end and willing to over a generous reward to an…
Today we have another original written by Daniel Hinds, in this story a hedgehog named Sporks is having trouble with his neighbor Nibblet the bunny, who thinks she's better than everyone else. Listen along to find out how Sporks deals with his rude neighbor in…
Today we are continuing our every other week crossover to our sister podcast Stories RPG where we play a story telling game developed by Daniel Hinds and Michael Low to help people of all ages tell stories together. Our heroes are reeling from an intense battl…
Today we are continuing our reading of the classic novel Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Maya and her mom just moved in with her mom's new husband, and Maya is NOT happy about it. She just doesn't feel at home! But can the big maple tree in the ba…
Today's episode is an original written by Daniel Hinds inspired by Irish folklore. Follow along as Dominic travels from old Ireland across to England to study with the Monks and ends up becoming a bee keeper.…
Today we are continuing our every other week crossover to our sister podcast Stories RPG where we play a story telling game developed by Daniel Hinds and Michael Low to help people of all ages tell stories together. In today's episode our heroes battle the meg…
Today we are continuing our reading of the classic novel Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Magic pumpkins keep growing in Lakshmi's yard, and she and her brother Dubey can't believe it! In this traditional Indian folktale, we find out what happens w…
Today's original episode was inspired by English folklore. Follow along as two wizard school students get in some trouble while studying in the library one evening.…
Today we're doing what is turning out to be a Stories Podcast Podchats tradition, where we talk about how our holidays went and what's new in our lives and our goals and plans for the new year.…
Today we are continuing our reading of the classic novel Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The pheasant, the dove, and the magpie don't understand why the little mouse won't just take a break and hang out with them! But when a terrible drought comes…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Charlie is a scared little bunny. He's scared of the big bunnies, he's scared of the river where the wild onions grow, and most of all, he's scared of heights…
Today we are continuing our every other week crossover to our sister podcast Stories RPG where we play a story telling game developed by Daniel Hinds and Michael Low to help people of all ages tell stories together. Last week we were introduced to the characte…
Today we are continuing our reading of the classic novel Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll.…
Today we have another excellent story from the hundred acre wood with Winnie the Pooh and all his friends. In today's episode Pooh invents a game.…
Today we have a fun little podchats episode with Dan and Greg Barney, the voice of Mick Munter. This podchats episode they will be talking through different experiences with games that are fun for the the whole family to play together.…
Today we are continuing our reading of the classic novel Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Honey Bear is bulking up for hibernation, but a bee gets in his way. Will he let it go and stay focused on his goal? Or will his anger get the best of him? Tu…
Today we have a special Christmas poem written for you by Daniel Hinds. You all know about Santa's Elves, and Reindeer, and even Mrs. Clause... But did you know about Santa's Goblins?! Enjoy this fun poem and from the Stories Podcast team to all of our fans an…
Today we're starting another new series, every other week on Thursday we will be posting a crossover from our sister podcast Stories RPG. In stories RPG we play a story telling game developed by Daniel Hinds and Michael Low to help people of all ages tell stor…
Today we are starting a new series that we will be publishing on Wednesdays going forward. We will be reading classic novels, appropriate for kids of course, 1 chapter at a time. This week we are starting Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Enjoy this classic wi…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Hooray it's the holidays, for humans and dogs alike! In this episode, we find Dog King (King of the Dogs) and all of his friends celebrating the season in the…
Today we have a fun story written for you by friend of the show Andy Rosen. Follow along as 4 kids experience a major miracle at their Temple Hanukkah party.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. It's another new twist on an old fairy tale classic.…
Today's story was adapted by Daniel Hinds from the Tolstoy translation of Saillens original french classic Papa Panov's Special Day. Follow along with this heart warming Christmas story as Papa Panov has a Christmas day to remember.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. An original lullaby, guaranteed to make grumpy babies calm and calm babies sleepy. Do you like giraffes? This one has giraffes in it!…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. There is a happy farm with happy farmers and happy animals and one sad dog. The dog doesn't feel useful...but he may be surprised. (Spoiler alert: he's useful…
Today's story is an adaptation of a classic folk tale. Follow along as little boy blue perseveres through some tough times with his mother.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. A King wishes for everything he touches to turn to gold. Adapted from the Hawthorne version of this classic Greek Myth.…
Today we have an adaptation of an American tall tale written for you by Daniel Hinds. In this story Davy Crockett is bragging about how amazing and brave and wild his wife is but his friend Mike Fink doesn't believe it. Follow along to find out what happens wh…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Neddy is the biggest fish in the small pond, and the biggest bully too. One day she tries to see what life in the big pond is like. Lessons are learned. Songs…
Today's story was written by Beatrix Potter and adapted by Daniel Hinds. Follow along as a couple of pigs going to market have quite an adventure.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The classic myth of Icarus, the boy who flew too close to the sun. Guess what, it doesn't work out for him this time either.…
Today we have another fun story from the hundred acre wood, written by A. A. Milne and adapted for audio by Daniel Hinds. In today's story Rabbit is looking for one of his many friends and relations and he asks Pooh for help.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. A boy, a cow, some magic beans and an unruly giant. THIS EPISODE IS FE FI FO FUN! (sorry not sorry for that terrible joke.)…
Today's story was written by Daniel Hinds, adapted from the story by Frank L Baum.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The classic fable of counting your chickens before they hatch, combined with a version of the Irish folksong "The Rattlin' Bog." A lot of fun. Sing along if y…
Today we have an original story written by Sarah Desmarais with Daniel Hinds. In today's story Snap the Venus Fly Trap has always been a bit of a bully, but he finally learns the value of friendship.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. When the cats in Ulthar begin to go missing, everyone KNOWS the creepy Old Cotters are responsible, but no one can prove it. How will the townspeople save the…
Today we have a fun Halloween themed original story inspired by the works of Edgar Allen Poe.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Halloweeen time! Here is an only-slightly-spooky take on the Legend of Sleepy Hollow with original songs! The Headless Horseman is coming...or is he? Ichabod …
Today we have another wonderful story from the Hundred Acre Wood with Winnie the Pooh and all his friends. In today's story Pooh and friends meet Tigger for the first time.…
Today we have another fun bracket from Brock Rackets today, listen in as Brock, Amanda, and Kelsie talk about the best classic Halloween costumes.…
Today we have another story for you about Raggedy Anne and her friends. In today's story Raggedy Anne meets Marcie's Great Uncle Sam who tells an amazing story about the adventure his daughter's doll went on.…
Today on Stories Podchats we have Wizz Quizzley back again for a couple fun new games. Join us and play along!…
Today we have another story for you about your favorite turtle detective. Today Don McPond has a very curious mystery indeed. See if you can solve the case of the confusing critter before…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. There's a drought in the savanna, and tensions are running high between the striped and spotted animals.…
Today's story is an adaptation of a Sudanese folk tale, written for you by Daniel Hinds. Follow along as Kaba learns a valuable lesson about borrowing money.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The air has changed and Mother Oak knows that it's finally the season for all her acorn babies to fall out of the tree and make their own way in the world. Bu…
Today we have another story from the hundred acre wood, with Pooh bear and all his friends. In today's story Pooh and Piglet decide to build a house for their friend Eeyore.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. A boy is born with a golden screw in his bellybutton. He wants it removed! A very silly…
Today we have another installment in the Spellbinders series for you. The Spellbinders series is written by Molly Murphy writer, producer, and composer for Dorktales Storytime. Follow along in today's episode as Alice gets into trouble at the Everafter warehou…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Four animal musicians, abandoned by their masters, try to make their way in the world!…
Today we have a fun original story Adapted from Norse Myth by Daniel Hinds.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. What makes a knight? Is it fancy armor and a jeweled sword? Or do you have to do more than just wear the right outfit? Today's story is all about two knights …
Today we're bringing back the character of Wanda Walgood with a brand new adventure, including a very fun new song with Amanda. This time Wanda is sent by her aunts to find The Speaky Rich Book, a spell book of extraordinary power. Follow along as Wanda solves…
Today Brock Rackets has another artisanally crafted bracket for all you bracket fans out there. Follow along as Amanda, Kelsie and Brock decide which is the best single breakfast food there is.…
Today we have another story about Raggedy Ann and friends! Follow along to find out what happens when Marcie's new doll Jeanette has her wax earrings chewed off in the night by a sneaky mouse.…
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The classic tale of the leaky pot, performed with some fun added songs. Sometimes what feels like a terrible flaw is actually a blessing in disguise!…
Today we have a story based on the folklore collected by Enys Tregartheb. Come with us to a faraway part of England called Cornwall to hear about a nurse named Alsey.…
Today we're doing another game of Who's That Pokemon with Wizz Quizzley. You all loved the first one so get ready for Kelsie and Amanda our resident Pokemon novices to attempt to identify more Pokemon.…
Today we have another wonderful original by Daniel Hinds. In this episode a very large toad named Todd has become a bully after being put in charge of the rest of the toads. Follow along to find out how Todd the bully is finally taken down.…
Today we are re-sharing a classic and one of our most popular stories to date. Tune in to hear this Stories Podcast version of the classic story of Rapunzel with some amazing original songs by Dan and Amanda.…
Today's story is an adaptation of a Hawaiian myth written for you by Daniel Hinds. Follow along as the goddess Poliahu has a contest with a mysterious stranger who turns out to be a goddess herself.…
Today's story is an original written by Dan Hinds, follow along as the main character saves up to afford the newest tech but realizes they may have made a huge mistake.…
Today we have another story about Raggedy Ann and friends! Follow along this week to hear what happens when Raggedy spends some time with the chickens.…
Today we have another story in the Spellbinders series written by our friend Molly Murphy. Listen along this time to find out what Alice and Octavia find in the everafter warehouse when they follow a mysterious "magical" snoring sound.…
Today's story is an original written by Daniel Hinds. Follow along to hear about a house cat named Princess Snowball Worthington Evereth the third and the mystery of her missing boots.…
Today we have another fun episode of podchats with Amanda, Kelsie, and Dan... I mean Whiz Quizzley. In this episode the gang are playing a game of Family Feud, listen in and play along!…
Today we're bringing back a fan favorite episode that was initially split into 2 parts. Here's the full story of Calliope the cat and her seafaring adventures.…
Today's story is a Japanese Folktale Adapted by our friend Michael Low who hosts Stories RPG and runs LuckOfLegends.com.…
Welcome back to another podchats episode! Today Wizz Quizzley is playing who's that pokemon with Amanda and Kelsie. Tune in to see how they do.…
Today's episode is another exciting story about Dog King and his friends. This time it's the last day of school, everyone is very excited for summer and to have their kids home with them until the next school year starts. But that's not all, Dog King and his n…
Today we have another fun story about Raggedy Ann and friends, written by Johnny Gruelle and adapted by Daniel Hinds.…
Today we're running an older story called My Cat Hippo, an original story written by Daniel Hinds. We first published this story back in 2021 in 2 parts, but today we're putting the whole story out as one episode. Leah is sick of being the smallest one in clas…
Today we have a very special episode for you. Dan has adapted for audio the classic book The Wizard of Oz, and updated a little language for modern audiences. We're sharing the first 2 chapters with you here as a special sneak preview. If you want to hear chap…
Today we have a brand new mystery to solve for all you sleuths out there. Private investigator Don McPond is back on the case, this time something terrible has happened to Juliet the possum, see if you can solve the case before Don can!…
Today we have another exciting Podchats episode for you, featuring Brock Rackets and a bracket of classic board games for family game night. Which one is the best? Listen in to find out.…
Today we have another installment in the Spellbinders series, brought to you by our friend Molly Murphy writer, producer, and composer for Dorktales Storytime.…
Today we have another exciting show of games and trivia brought to you by Whiz Quizzley. Listen along as Amanda and Kelsie battle it out to see who is the springiest.…
Today we have a new adventure from Mick Munter Monster Hunter and his crew of cryptid curious comrades. In today's episode Mick, Bigfoot, and Professor Abner are investigating some odd seismic activity in Northwest Canada. Follow along to find out what happens…
Today's episode is another installment from the Raggedy Ann stories written by Johnny Gruelle and adapted for audio by Daniel Hinds. Follow along for another whimsical adventure with Raggedy Ann and her friends.…
Today's story is inspired by the Russian Fairy tale “The Book of Magic”. Follow along as Daria learns a valuable lesson about meddling with a wizard's belongings and gets herself out of a tight spot with some clever thinking.…
Today we have another exciting podchats episode for you. We've been hearing all of your questions recently and noticed that a lot of them were get to know you type questions, so we decided it would be fun to answer them with a little quiz game. Listen along as…
Today's episode is a classic sci-fi story written by Richard M. Elam and adapted by Daniel Hinds.…
Today's story is a Daniel Hinds original. Follow along to hear about Paula and Marcos and their backyard butterfly adventure!…
Today we're running the full Blob Friends Forever story, an original by Daniel Hinds. We initially published this story split up into 6 episodes, this is the full version over 2.5hrs long. Enjoy!…
Today's episode is another installment from the Raggedy Ann stories written by Johnny Gruelle and adapted for audio by Daniel Hinds. Follow along for another whimsical adventure with Raggedy Ann and her friends.…
Today's episode is an adaptation of Sanmai no Ofuda written for us by friend of the show Michael Low. Michael works with us on our other show Stories RPG and he teaches online writing classes where kids get to build their own worlds and adventure in them at Lu…
Today we have the last installment of BFF Blob Friends Forever our new original chapter book style series. If you haven't listened to the previous episodes yet make sure to go back and listen to those first. This series is aimed at our slightly older audience …
Today we have another fun podchats episode for you. In this discussion Dan, Amanda, and Kelsie discuss what got them into music, their experience with music and chorus classes in school, and their experience with lessons and other musical activities outside of…
Today we have another story about Raggedy Ann and her friends, written by Johnny Gruelle, adapated by Daniel Hinds.…
Today we have the next installment of BFF Blob Friends Forever our new original chapter book style series. If you haven't listened to the previous episodes yet make sure to go back and listen to those first. This series is aimed at our slightly older audience …
Today's episode is a classic, adapted for audio by Daniel Hinds. First written by William Shakespeare and adapted for children by E. Nesbit.…
Today we have the next installment of BFF Blob Friends Forever our new original chapter book style series. If you haven't listened to the previous episodes yet make sure to go back and listen to those first. This series is aimed at our slightly older audience …
Today we have an adaptation of a classic story written by our friend Melly Victor the host of Stoop Kids Stories.…
Today we have the next installment of BFF Blob Friends Forever our new original chapter book style series. If you haven't listened to the previous episodes yet make sure to go back and listen to that one first. This series is aimed at our slightly older audien…
Today's episode is an adaptation of a Greek Myth. This story goes great with “Prometheus Steals the Fire.” You can find it in our feed or the link below!…
Today we have the next installment of BFF Blob Friends Forever our new original chapter book style series. If you haven't listened to episode 1 yet make sure to go back and listen to that one first. This series is aimed at our slightly older audience so parent…
Today's episode is adapted from Raggedy Anne Stories by John Gruelle. Follow along for another fun adventure with Raggedy Anne and her friends.…
Today we have the first episode in a new original chapter book style series we're doing called BFF Blob Friends Forever. This series is aimed at our slightly older audience so parents may want to listen ahead to decide whether it's right for your child. We wil…
Today's story is hosted by our friend Danny from the Danny Go! Youtube channel. We're excited to be able to work with Danny on this story and we are big fans of his videos. In today's story 2 mice, one from the country and one from the city, switch places and …
Today's story is adapted from Kenneth Grahame. Join us as a mole goes outside of his comfort zone and has a wonderful adventure on a boat ride with a water rat.…
Today's story is another installment in the Spellbinders series written by Molly Murphy writer, producer, and composer for Dorktales Storytime. Join us for a fun episode in which we get to see the origins of the Spellbinders organization.…
Today's episode is an adaptation of a story by Beatrix Potter. Follow along to hear the story of Mrs. Tittlemouse, a very tidy little mouse!…
today's story is a cautionary tale about the value of honesty. Follow along for a cute tale about a couple kittens who couldn't help themselves when it came to treats.…
Today's episode is an adaptation of a story by Hirota Hamada. Follow along for a story about two misunderstood creatures, and friendships, old and new.…
Today's story is adapted from Johnny Gruelle. Follow along to find out how Raggedy Ann and friends find Marcella's missing dog Fido.…
Today's episode is another classic tale adapted from Beatrix Potter. Lucie is always losing her gloves and scarf when she goes out side to play. Follow along to find out how she manages to find them again.…
Today's story is inspired by Scandinavian legend. Legend says that around the solstice the Nisse like to come, they're hungry little critters that like to cause trouble unless you leave out a bowl of porridge for them. Follow along to see what happens to Freya…
Today we have another Podchats episode for you! Dan, Amanda, and Kelsie discuss all the exciting things that happened to them during the year, and their plans wishes and hopes for 2024.…
Today's story is an adaptation of a classic folk tale. Brida the bear used to have a long luxurious tail, fluffy and elegant. Follow along to find out how Finneas the fox teaches her a lesson about sharing.…
Today's episode is the classic Charles Dickens story adapted for kids by Daniel Hinds.…
Today we have another installment in the Spellbinders series brought to us by Molly Murphy of the Dork Tales Story Time Podcast. In today's episode Alice is nervous about going through a challenging trial to be accepted into the Spellbinders' leadership progra…
Today's story is adapted from a story by Beatrix Potter. Timmy Tiptoes and his wife Goody were squirrels trying to get everything ready for winter. Follow along to see how they managed it with a forest full of other squirrels and other forest animals all tryin…
Today Brock Rackets has cooked up another fun bracket for you all. We're going through the top 16 Christmas movies! Who will be the winner?!?! Follow along to find out!…
Today's episode is the story of Raggedy Ann adapted by Daniel Hinds from Stories by Johnny Gruelle.…
Today's story is adapted from a fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. Follow along as a little beetle travels the world in search of something better.…
Amanda is back!!!! We know you all have been asking how she's doing everything is great with our new mommy and little baby and now she's back to recording stories for you all. Today's story is an adaptation of a story by Beatrix Potter.…
Today's story is a cautionary tale for those of you out there with upcoming parties and family gatherings planned. Don't forget to invite the goblins!…
Today we have another installment in the Spellbinders series from Molly Murphy. This time Alice and Octavia are off on an adventure in the woods based on the tale of Goldilocks and the Three Bears.…
Today's episode is adapted from folk lore, follow along to hear about the great gathering of the birds and how they selected their leader, the king of the birds!…
Today we have a special podchats episode for you. We heard the calls for more Pokemon talk so we've brough back our resident poke-master Abner along with Greg and Andrew to discuss the best starter pokemon in each generation of the video games.…
Today's story was adapted from a Fable by Mark Twain. Follow along to hear this heart-warming story about a very artistic cat!…
Today's story is a spooky one for Halloween season, adapted from HP Lovecraft. The story is adapted to be age appropriate but is still quite spooky so please, parents of younger children, give it a listen first.…
Today's story is an adaptation of a Beatrix Potter story about a tiny little village shop where animals and dolls and toys alike did their shopping. Follow along for a story about kindness, generosity, and gratitude.…
Today's story is about a very nice very friendly Llama who had a little bit of a procrastination problem. Follow along to find out how Pajama learns a valuable lesson about being proactive!…
Today we have another podchats episode for you and Whiz Quizzley is back! This time he has some more riveting riddles for us and some other fun games. Don't miss it!…
Today we're posting an episode from our friends at Girl Tales Podcast. Girl Tales is a Webby Award winning kids' podcast of feminist stories. Search for “Girl Tales” to find & listen to Girl Tales wherever you get your podcasts.…
Today we have for you a 3 in 1 American Tall Tale special. Listen along as we tell 3 of the many different versions of how Old Stormalong met his end, each more fantastical than the last!…
Today's episode is an adaptation of a Greek myth, follow along as Zeus and Hermes teach the wealthy folks in the village of Tyana a lesson about greed.…
Today we are discussing video games and gaming with family at the request of many of our listeners. Along for the discussion are friends of the show Greg and Abner. Greg is the voice of Mick Munter along with most of the other characters in that show, and Abne…
This is the full story, parts 1 and 2 in one episode. Today's episode is an exciting tale about a dragon being transported into the real world. Follow along as Sam goes out for his first call as a firefighter and quickly gets more than he bargained for.…
Today's story is an adaptation of an old English legend. Follow along to hear the legend of the Wherwell Cockatrice and how it was finally defeated by a cunning knight.…
Today's story is an adaptation of an old Cornish Folktale. Tommy Tinner is working on a farm for the summer and the farmer keeps promising him something extra valuable to stay on just 1 more month, but all he gets is some seemingly useless advice.…
Today's story comes to us from friend of the show Will Martin. Del the Gazelle isn't quite like the other Gazelles, so she decides to see what it's like to be a different animal for a day. Follow along to find out what happens when Del meets a Shoe Bill and ha…
Today's story is inspired by the philosophy of Nick Bostrom. Follow along as Nick the inventor learns an important lesson about the responsibility of inventing something new, and unintended consequences.…
The start of the school year is just around the corner! Come chat with Dan, Kelsie, and Amanda about everything back to school! From gear and clothes shopping to making friends and overcoming nerves we're covering it all!…
Today's story is an adaptation of an English Folktale. Follow along as two children form an unlikely friendship.…
Today we're bringing you the first episode in the new arc of Starsworn with Max Goodname! The rest of the story will be over at our sister podcast Stories RPG from now on. Find our new feed at the link below and enjoy this new Max Goodname Story.…
Today's episode is an adaptation of a classic from Beatrix Potter. Follow along as Mr Frog has a very interesting day when he decides to go fishing.…
Today's episode was written by Lexi Donahue. Follow along as Blake and Harper attempt to catch a thief in their garden!…
Today Brock Rackets is back to talk brackets with Amanda and Kelsie. This time we're talking about favorite ice cream truck treats. Listen in to find out what we think is the best ice cream truck novelty treat ever.…
Today we have a new Spellbinders story from our friend Molly Murphy. Follow along as Alice and Octavia search for another artifact at Alice's Alice in Wonderland themed school dance.…
Today's story is about a very special caterpillar who is always getting teased by a particularly mean ant. Follow along to find out what happens to Bart.…
Today's episode is the conclusion of our story from last week. Follow along to find out how Sam, his father, and the Haverhill firefighters manage to fight off a red dragon that has somehow found it's way into the real world.…
Today's episode is an exciting tale about a dragon being transported into the real world. Follow along as Sam goes out for his first call as a firefighter and quickly gets more than he bargained for.…
Today we have a very special podchats episode for you all. This is our 500th episode!! It's been a long and wonderful journey and we couldn't have done without all of our amazing fans and listeners. Dan, Kelsie, and Amanda discuss the early days of Stories Pod…
Today we're publishing a throw back Dog King episode for the 4th of July. Follow along with Dog King and the gang as they deal with the scary fire borks!…
Today's episode is an adaptation of a Cornish Folktale. Come along to Cornwall to hear about the Faries and Goblins of the Gump!…
It's Rambo's bithday! Dog King and the crew are throwing a birthday part for Rambo and Cranberry the cat is having trouble finding the perfect gift.…
Today we have another story in the Don McPond series inspired by and written in the style of the beloved Encyclopedia Brown mysteries. Follow along as Don tries to solve the case of the burgled berries.…
Today's episode is the next in the Transdimensional High series written by Michael Low from luckoflegends.com and of course our new Stories RPG podcast.…
Today we have an episode about a tribe of proud dwarves living in a mighty mountain called Cragwater. Dwarves in Cragwater are very proud of their beautiful beards and they are a mark of adulthood, but Brahm Brightstone couldn't grow a beard at all. Follow alo…
Today's episode comes to us from our sister podcast Stories RPG. Partners in Grime is a short 2 part arc where we play as goblins in the modern day world, hiding from hoomanz, pranking, and generally getting into trouble. Part 2 is available now over at the St…
Today's episode is the next in the Transdimensional High series written by Michael Low from luckoflegends.com and of course our new Stories RPG podcast. In today's episode Petra is reunited with her old friend and gets to show her her true self for the first t…
Today we have a very special Podchats episode for you, Dan and Joeseph Montibello answer your questions about the Wylderwood series!…
Today's story comes to us from our friend Rebecca Cunningham of the Girl Tales podcast. Ginnie and her brother Ambrose were all ready for what they were convinced would be the best summer ever. Unfortunately their parents had different plans, follow along to f…
Today's story is about a fox and a turtle, unlikely friends living in the jungles of India. One day while hanging out at their favorite place in the jungle the two friends are attacked by a leopard. Follow along to find out what happens.…
Today we have the final installment of Book 3 of The Wylderwood. In this extra long episode we see the exciting conclusion to the story surrounding Wax and the halfling prison camp where their family is being held. Follow along to find out what happens!…
Today's story was written for us by Chad Chenail of the Girl Tales podcast. Follow along in this story as 2 unlikely friends help each other and help the world see them as they see themselves.…
Today we have another installment in the Wylderwood series. In chapter 4 Wax meets some interesting beings while staking out the prison, and their friends try to track them down so that they can help.…
Today we have another story in the Spellbinders series from Molly Murphy. Tune in to find out what kind of fairy tale artifact Alice and Octavia are after this time!…
Today we have another installment in the Wylderwood series. In chapter 3 while the crew is making camp again, Wax tells the story of how they came to the Wylderwood and ended up on this adventure with the rest of them.…
Today's story is an original story written by Daniel Hinds. Rory and Maya are two little puddle duck sisters trying to find their way home from Florida to Boston. Follow along as they make the journey north.…
Today's episode is another chapter in the Wylderwood series. In chapter 2 the group is just setting out on the next leg of their journey. One evening telling stories around their campfire they finally get Gothak to open up and we hear about his story, and how …
We have new Wylderwood episodes!! Today is the first episode of our continuation of the Wylderwood story. We have a quick recap at the beginning of the episode but for the full backstory check out the Book 1 and Book 2 rebroadcast episodes posted earlier this …
Today week we're doing a review of the Wylderwood series before a brand new episode comes out on Friday.…
Today week we're doing a review of the Wylderwood series before a brand new episode comes out on Friday.…
Today's story is an original written by our friend Dr. Emily Kline. Heather and her friend Bediha uncover a sinister plot devised by their 5th grade teacher Mr. Flexer. Follow along to find out how they solve the problem.…
Today's story is an adaptation of an American Tall Tale. Stormalong is a larger than life (quite literally) ship captain in early America. Follow along as he battles the mighty Kraken.…
Today's story is an adaptation of a Jack London story and was written for you by our friend Will Martin. Follow along to find out if Bert Crunch the burly and experienced wilderness explorer can make it across the Yukon.…
Today's story is another installment in the wonderful Spellbinders series from our friend Molly Murphy from Dorktales Storytime. In this episode one of the artifacts in ever-after decides to get up to some mischief after hours. Luckily Octavia is there roaming…
Today's episode comes to us from our friends at Ashy Feet Entertainment. Bunn Amigos is about a group of fact-finding bunny explorers on a global escapade. Today they're traveling to Egypt, follow along to learn.…
Today's story is in honor of St. Patrick's day. We combined several Christian stories of St Patrick to bring you this fun story of how he got the snakes out of Ireland.…
Today's story comes to us from our friend Melly from Stoop Kids Stories podcast. The story is an adaptation of Hansel and Gretel.…
Today's episode is another bracket from your favorite bracket-oligist Brock Rackets. Today we're doing one that everyone has been asking for... Marvel super heroes!! And we're joined by Nate Auger aka Max Goodname, and Michael Low from Stories RPG.…
Today's story was written by Rebecca Cunningham, our friend and the Founder and Host of Girl Tales the magical podcast where fairytales, myths, and legends are reimagined with modern, brave, and adventurous girls at the center of the story! In today's story we…
Today's episode is inspired by and written in the style of the beloved Encyclopedia Brown mysteries. Follow along to learn about Don McPond the very smart but very slow moving private investigator.…
Today's episode was written by Chad Chenail. On Mrs. MacDonald's farm there is a very brave chicken. This is the story of her first few days, and how she got to be so brave.…
Today's episode is based on an old English folktale. Ray the baker is the only baker in town, and he's pretty greedy. Follow along to find out how Ray learns his lesson about charity and greed.…
Today's episode is an adaptation of an American tall tale. Paul Bunyan tries to solve the problem of the gigantic mosquitos plaguing his lumberjack camp and he ends up creating an even worse problem. Follow along to find out how it all works out in the end.…
Join Miss Jo Jo as her magic jeep travels to a faraway land, where you’ll meet a wise girl named Zakia. After becoming the king’s advisor, Zakia must find a way to save him when a sticky situation arises. To find out what happens next, be sure to tune in!…
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Today's episode is inspired by a true story from 1908 France. There are an alarming amount of people falling into the river in Paris, luckily they have Beefsteak the Newfie hero dog to help retrieve people from the water. Follow along to solve the mystery of w…
Today's episode was adapted from a story by Beatrix Potter. Today we're going on an adventure with cousins Benjamin bunny, and Peter Rabbit. Follow along as Peter and Benjamin get in a whole lot of trouble at Mr. McGregor's farm.…
Today's episode is adapted from a story by Beatrix Potter. Follow along to hear about Tom Kitten, his sisters Mittens and Moppet, and all the mischief they get up to.…
Today's episode is an adaptation of a Beatrix Potter story. Follow along as Jemima decides that she wants to hatch her own eggs, but gets into trouble in the forest outside of the farm where she's lived her whole life.…
Today's episode is another installment of Stories Podchats! Today Wizz Quizzly will be introducing a couple new games for the crew to play as well as talking about what everyone got up to over winter break, Christmas presents, and New Years resolutions.…
Today's story is an adaptation of a Brother’s Grimm fairy tale. Bream and Trudy live a simple life in a shack by the sea, until one day Bream catches a magical fish. Follow along to find out how this magical fish changes their lives and what lessons Trudy lear…
We're back again with another podchats episode. Today we're talking about holiday traditions and how we spend our time over the holidays. Enjoy!…
Today we're doing a rebroadcast of one of our favorite New Years stories Nian the Beast of Chinese New Year! Enjoy!…
Today we have another story with Alice and Octavia the Spellbinders. This story was written by our friend Molly Murphy, writer, producer and composer for Dorktales Storytime.…
Today's episode was written for us by friend of the show, Andy Rosen. Tikvah and the Oil is a Hanukkah story, follow along to learn about the miracle of the lights and Tikvah's journey of faith.…
Today's story is about two magpies Della and Jimbo. They each want to get something amazing for the other as a present for Christmas but they find that they'll have to give up something as well.…
Today's episode comes to us from our friends over at Girl Tales podcast. Check them out wherever you get your podcasts.…
Today's episode is about a kid named Syd. With an impending math quiz Syd is hoping for a snow day, and luckily their wish comes true! Follow along to find out what Syd gets up to on their day off.…
Today's episode was inspired by “The Tailor of Gloucester” by Beatrix Potter. Taylor the tailor owned a little shop called the Hem and Haw in a little town called Gloucester. He didn't have a ton of business until one day the mayor walked in looking for a new …
Today's story is based on the old adage "If you give a man a fish, he'll eat for a day. If you teach a man to fish, you feed him for a lifetime." Follow along as Diego meets David, and learns this lesson first hand.…
Today we have another story from the Hundred Acre Wood. This time Pooh and Piglet decide they are going to catch a Heffalump and devise a clever plan. Follow along to find out if they ever manage to capture their quarry.…
Dog King and the gang are getting ready for Thanksgiving. Follow along to find out how their feast is almost ruined, and how Dog King saves the day, as always, with a little help from his friends.…
Today's episode is an adaptation of a classic Welsh myth. It seems that something fishy is going on at the Cat's Paw inn and Huw a skilled wizard and solver of mysteries on on the case.…
Today we have a brand new Mick Munter adventure for you. This time the Monsta hunta extraordinaire is headed to Memphis Tennessee where there are reports of something odd going on at a large pyramid that has been converted into a sporting goods store. Follow a…
Meet Preen who needs to be the most influential influencer who ever influenced, Sav who just wants to find out what happened to her Gran, and JEF, the AI who wants to run the world. The Rez takes place in a distant future that’s either really bad or really goo…
Today's episode is about a lion named Musa. Lions generally don't have anything to be afraid of, listen along to find out what terrifying creature manages to scare the mane off of Musa.…
Today's story is about a couple of mice named Tim and Hunny. They were new parents and their baby was having trouble sleeping. Thinking that their baby might be in need of some solid food, and not having any around to give him, they head over to their neighbor…
Today's story is about a bossy little bird named Betty. Betty thought she was in charge of everyone and everything and was always bossing everyone around. Listen along to find out how she learns a valuable lesson.…
Christopher Robin is throwing a party for Pooh, for being the best bear in all the world, and also for being a hero and saving Piglet from the big flood. Join us for this wonderful celebration of Pooh!…
Today's Episode is our very first video podchats episode!!! Join us on YouTube https://youtu.be/X3FidYIV0P0 to watch, and don't forget to like and subscribe, our YouTube channel has tons of awesome content. Today we're doing a bracket on the best Halloween Can…
Today's story is about a bush plane pilot named Mallory “Mallard” McCoy. Listen along as Mallory and his trusty DHC-2, lovingly named Duckbill's Dew, are hired to perform a daring rescue.…
Today's episode is the second in a new and exciting series call The Spellbinders, brought to you by Molly Murphy and the team at Dorktales Storytime. Follow along as Alice and Octavia go on another fun filled adventure in search of magical items that are born …
Today's episode is about everyone's favorite Norse god Thor. Thor has his beloved hammer Mjölnir stolen from him in the night. Follow along to find out how he gets it back with the help of his uncle the trickster god Loki.…
Today's story is about a family of bunnies called the Flopsies. Follow along as Benjamin and his kids find themselves in a tight spot after falling asleep while eating scraps in Farmer McGregor's trash heap.…
Today we're excited to share with you our new show on Wondery Plus. Introducing Stories Podcast Sleep Series, all of your favorite stories from the podcast read in a calm and soothing voice over dreamy soundscapes and gentle lullabies by our very own Kelsie De…
Today's story comes to us once again from the Hundred Acre Woods. It's been raining for days with no end in sight and Piglet is getting worried about the water, which is coming up to his windows! Follow along to find out how the gang rescues little Piglet from…
Today's story comes to us from the Hundred Acre Woods, where pooh and his friends are going on an "Expotition" to find the North Pole. Follow along to find out what happens on their harrowing journey.…
The air has changed and Mother Oak knows that it's finally the season for all her acorn babies to fall out of the tree and make their own way in the world. But the littlest acorn, Hazel, is scared! Can she just stay an acorn on her branch forever, please?…
Today's episode comes to us courtesy of friend of the show Will Martin. Cap the Capybara is the chillest animal in the whole rain forest, and he throws the best parties around. Cap gets along with almost everyone because he's such a nice guy, follow along to f…
Brock Rackets is back with another amazing bracket! Today we're doing Disney Duos, listen along and cheer for your favorite Disney teams as we try to find out who is the best 1-2 punch in the game.…
Today's episode comes to us from the Hundred Acre Wood. Today is Eeyore's Birthday!! Follow along as Pooh, Piglet and Christopher Robin try to cheer him up and make it a very happy birthday indeed.…
Today's story is a tale about a gigantic crocodile named Mash. Mash was this biggest, meanest croc in the Nile, and he could eat anything. Unfortunately Mash has a toothache and he doesn't know what to do about it, since the human dentist are terrified of him,…
Today's episode is an adaptation of a Greek myth. When Athens is under attack by the Persian army Callimachus and Miltiades take the entire Athenian army out to meet them. Follow along as the swift Philippides saves the day.…
Today's story is about a girl named Julia, and her family's old secret brisket recipe. Julia is the 4th generation to learn how to make the top secret brisket, but she has some questions about the recipe. Follow along to find out how Julia solves this mystery.…
Today's episode comes to you from the hundred acre wood. This time Pooh, Rabbit, and Piglet have some new neighbors and devise a clever plan to get rid of them. Of course it all goes wrong and everyone ends up being great friends.…
Today's episode is another installment of Stories Podchats. Join Amanda, Kelsie, and of course Brock Rackets as they bust through another exciting bracket, this time to find out what is the ultimate breakfast cereal!!!…
Today's story is an adaptation of a Greek myth. The Greek God of war Ares was predictably at war and he gave his top lieutenant Alectryon an important task: to wake Ares and the entire army at dawn. Follow along to find out what happens when Alectryon decides …
Today's story was written by friend of the show Lexi Donahue. The story is about a girl named Spitha and her cat Lumi. Follow along as Spitha and Lumi have quite an adventure before Lumi's surprise birthday party.…
Today's episode is about a snail named Norman and a group of roses in a garden. Follow along as roses Blush and Bashful learn a difficult lesson about the value of confidence and inner beauty.…
Today's episode was written by our friend Maurice Poplar. Follow along as Spotty the squirrel and Bunch Beaver learn that cooking takes patience and focus, and above all it takes as long as it takes, you can't rush it.…
Today's episode is another installment of Stories Podchats, join Amanda, Kelsie, and Dan... I mean Wiz Quizzley for 3 new puzzler games.…
Today's episode is another in the series from A. A. Milne about Winnie the Pooh, his friends, and the hundred acre wood. Listen along as Pooh and Piglet track some elusive Woozles... or Wizzles... or maybe grandfathers, one really can't tell.…
Today's story is about a dog named Princess Alabaster Mackenzie the Fifth who had a very privileged life living with her humans. Despite how well she was treated though Ali thought there might be something better out there for her in the forests of the mountai…
This story was written by Molly Murphy, writer, producer and composer for Dorktales Storytime. In today's story a girl named Alice happens upon a very ordinary looking house, with something very extraordinary going on inside. Listen along to find out what happ…
Today's story is about a city at the foot of a mountain that is being plagued by a great and terrible dragon. Follow along as the city folk learn that separately and divided they are powerless but together and united they can do anything.…
Today's episode is another story about the hundred acre wood and that wonderful honey obsessed bear Winnie the Pooh. In this story Pooh Bear finds out that Eeyore has lost his tail and sets out to find it for him.…
Today's episode comes to us from Jacob Rozencwaig, the host of the Curious Kid Podcast. In this episode we tell the amazing story of Alexander Fleming and the mistake he made that turned out to be so great that it revolutionized all medicine, and saved countle…
Today's story is brought to you by Dan Wendelin of the Stories for Wonderful Children Podcast. It's an adaptation of a classic fairy tale which you might recognize, but this time with an added twist.…
Today's story is brought to you by Crystal Skillman, a playwright and fictional podcast writer. Ginny is one special cat, she's getting pretty old but she still knows how to have a proper adventure. Follow along as Ginny saves a baby fox.…
Today's episode is brought to us by the team at the Little Kids, Big Hearts podcast. Follow along as Crayton the dragon and his adopted sibling Kaze learn some tough lessons about being kind to friends and family and sticking up for others in need.…
Today's story comes to us from Michael Low from Luck of Legends. In part two of this story Petra concludes her first day at her new school and makes some new friends in the process, some easily some not so easily.…
Today's story comes to us from Michael Low from Luck of Legends. Petra was a gorgon, and she was starting at a new school for monsters and aliens and other mythical creatures. Follow along as Petra starts a weird and wild journey.…
Today's episode is an adaptation of a Greek myth. Zeus is once again meddling in the affairs of his children. This time Apollo is in his sights. Follow along as Apollo fights a dragon and establishes his first temple in Greece.…
There is a happy farm with happy farmers and happy animals and one sad dog. The dog doesn't feel useful...but he may be surprised. (Spoiler alert: he's useful after all.)…
Today's story is about a young girl named Kongji who lived in a small village in Korea. Kongji had a pretty mean step-mother and step-sister and they treated her poorly even though she was such a kind and caring girl. Follow along as Kongji gets the help she n…
Today's episode is about a girl named Marie, also known as Beeline to her hiking friends. Marie Beeline absolutely loves hiking but no one she knows really truly understands what she likes so much about it. Follow along to find out why Marie Beeline loves hiki…
Today we have another episode of Stories Podchats. Wizz Quizley is here to give us some serious brain burnin' puzzles. Follow along and see if you can figure out the answer to the riddles before we do.…
Today's episode is about a little girl named Lydia and her cat Smudge. Lydia wakes up to find that her cat is actually talking to her and needs her help. Lydia, Smudge and some familiar friends team up to rescue Little Red Riding Hood, who has been kidnapped.…
Today's episode is about grizzly bear named Bruin and a special treat he found one day. Bruin decided to put his special treat aside for dessert and went off fishing. Meanwhile some greedy bugs show up to steal his treat and learn a valuable lesson.…
Today's story is an original co-written by Amanda Weldin and Daniel Hinds. Follow along as Tommy, the youngest of 3 in his family, tries to find his place in the world.…
Today's story is a re-release of one of our very first episodes. This episode is on Amazon as an e-book as well, so you can find it there or on storiespodcast.com/toothfairy to read along and see the wonderful illustrations by Random Cushing.…
Today's story is about a boy who everyone called Frog Boy. He spent his days in the wet and wild of the swamp, but one day he had a run in with a witch, and of course he was turned into an actual frog. Follow along to hear the story of his adventures as a frog…
Hello! We wanted to let you all know that we’ve just launched our official youtube channel at youtube.com/storiespodcast. If you’ve ever wanted to read along with us, these videos are just for you! They feature the text of the stories nice and large on the scr…
Today's episode is an adaptation of an aesop's fable in which a father and daughter are taking their donkey into town to go to the farmer's market and buy some rhubarb. Along the way the father learns that you can't try to make everyone happy or you'll just en…
¿Alguna vez te has preguntado qué pasaría si de repente la Luna desapareciera? Resulta que la Luna es mucho más importante para la vida del planeta Tierra de lo que pensamos. El ingeniero aeroespacial Miquel Sureda nos explica cómo se formó la Luna hace millon…
Today we're not just telling a story, we're playing a game that will teach you how to tell stories of your own at home. Starsworn is a game we designed with Michael Low from Luck of Legends. Take on the role of heroes in a world of wonder! In Starsworn, kids a…
Today we're not just telling a story, we're playing a game that will teach you how to tell stories of your own at home. Starsworn is a game we designed with Michael Low from Luck of Legends. Take on the role of heroes in a world of wonder! In Starsworn, kids a…
Today's story is another one from our favorite honey obsessed bear, Winnie the Pooh. Follow along as Pooh Bear learns that moderation is key, especially when you're already in a tight spot.…
Today's story is about a raccoon named Bandit, and his group of mischievous friends. Follow along as Bandit and his friends attempt to steal some pizza, and Bandit finds out what being a leader is really all about.…
Today's story is an old classic Ukrainian Folktale. A little boy named Olek wanted to go out and play during one of the coldest winters in memory. He ends up losing a mitten in the woods, follow along to find out what happens to his mitten before Olek and his …
Today's episode is about a squirrel named Chatter. He was a red squirrel and he was a sneaky thief. Follow along as he learns that stealing is wrong and changes his ways.…
Today's story is a rebroadcast of a fan favorite. Wanda Walgood is a very good little witch, except for one thing: Her aunts can never get her to study! Then they send her on a quest to retrieve an old wizard's lost library. Will Wanda finally learn to appreci…
Today's episode is an adaptation of an old proverb. Follow along as Rob the blacksmith's apprentice learns the value of taking pride in your work, no matter how insignificant it may seem.…
Today's episode is Adapted from an Aesop’s fable. Follow along as a cat named George makes friends with a very braggy fox.…
Today's story is about a lovable bear named Winnie the Pooh. Winnie lives in the 100 acre forest with his friends and he absolutely loves honey. Listen along this week as Winnie the Pooh and his friend Christopher Robin try to get some honey.…
Today's episode comes to us from African Folktales with Miss Jojo. If you like this story and want to hear more, just search African Folktales with Miss Jojo on your favorite podcast app or visit AfricanFolktalesPodcast.com.…
Today we're brining you the next installment of the Wylderwood series. Listen in for the exciting conclusion of last week's episode.…
Today we're bringing you another episode of Stories Podchats. Amanda, Kelsie and Da... I mean Brock Rackets, will be discussing the most villainous villains ever to grace the big screen.…
Today we're brining you the next installment of the Wylderwood series. Follow along as your favorite group of young fantasy heroes escorts the tads and tasses they saved in the last installment safely across the forrest to the cave fortress that the Froskur ca…
Today's episode is about a colony of beavers living in a deep piece of forest, and of course, they had their river. Some young kits were swimming across a particularly swift and dangerous part of the river to get to an apple tree grove. Follow along as an olde…
Today's episode is about the infamous Genghis Khan and his eagle friend. The Khan and his eagle are out hunting but don't have any luck. On the way back the khan learns a valuable lesson about controlling his temper from his friend.…
Today's episode is the story that we based our live show on. On yule tide eve, Twins Marta and Kurt climb up a mountain in search of gifts that are said to have been frozen there along with a dragon long ago. Follow along as they make friends and get help alon…
Today's episode was inspired by a Latin fable. All the different parts of the body were gathered together in discussion. Follow along as we find out that sometimes it's not easy to see how others are helping.…
Today's episode is about the Kallikantzaroi…also known as the New Years Goblins. They spent most of the year underground but they were allowed on the surface only twelve days, between Christmas and the Epiphany on January Sixth, also known as the twelve days o…
Today's story is set in ancient Greece and is about a water nymph named Chelone. She was shy and an introvert, which means she preferred time alone, quiet, and by herself. Listen along as Chelone ends up teaching the greek gods a lesson, and her punishment win…
Today's the day! Don't forget to tune in for our live holiday special today 12/19 at 6pm est. Go to live.storiespodcast.com for details.
Today we’re sharing an episode of Stories Podchats! Get festive, because today we're talking all about Christmas music. Brock Rackets is back and this time we're doing a bracket of the best Christmas/holiday/winter songs.…
Today's episode is about a king who may have let his power go to his head. Everyone for hundreds and hundreds of miles was the subject of King Canute, and was bound to obey his every command. Follow along as the king learns some humility.…
Today's episode is an adaptation of an Italian fable, all about a busy old town in Italy called Atri. It was a very nice place to live so the town grew and grew until eventually there were so many people that the courthouse was completely overwhelmed with ever…
Today we're not just telling a story, we're playing a game that will teach you how to tell stories of your own at home. Starsworn is a game we designed with Michael Low from Luck of Legends. Take on the role of heroes in a world of wonder! In Starsworn, kids a…
Today's story is about an impending battle between the Bears and the Lions. Both sides thought that they should be the king of the beasts. Listen along to find out how King Kalvin of the Lions managed to get an edge in the battle by relying on some unlikely al…
Today's episode is about a hornet named Kemba. He spent his days flying around, looking for delicious things to eat, and settling arguments among the other bugs. Follow along as Kemba is called upon to settle an argument between the bees and the wasps.…
Today we're not just telling a story, we're playing a game that will teach you how to tell stories of your own at home. Starsworn is a game we designed with Michael Low from Luck of Legends. Take on the role of heroes in a world of wonder! In Starsworn, kids a…
Today's Story is about a pony named Clover. She belonged to a farmer and she would pull his cart to the market in the glen each weekend. Follow along as Clover has a hard time pulling an extra heavy cart to the market, laden down with practically the whole fal…
We're excited to announce that we'll be doing a live holiday season performance this year. We'll be performing a brand new holiday story, playing games, singing songs, and doing a live audience Q&A. Join us at 6:00pm on Sunday December 19th for a fun filled ev…
Today's episode is an adaptation of a Greek myth that we're doing in 2 parts. Part 1 was published earlier this week so go back and check it out. In part 2 we hear about the war between the Greeks and the Trojans, don't miss the exciting conclusion!…
Today's episode is an adaptation of a Greek myth that we're doing in 2 parts. In part 1 we hear about the wedding of Peleus and Thetis. Eris, the goddess of chaos, was not invited to the wedding precisely because she couldn't help but cause trouble and chaos w…
Today's episode is about a majestic stag named Randall. Randall considered himself the lord of the forest and would hold court at a still pool in the heart of the forrest. Follow along as Randall learns how to deal with his insecurities and finds out that some…
Today's episode is about the great, the ultimate, the prestigious: Treemaster Trophy lumberjack contest. All the greatest lumberjacks of the forest come together for this contest every year. Listen along to find out how a surprising new contestant, who no one …
Today's episode is about a colony of mice who are under some questionable leadership. Preparation for winter is under way and the colony is unsure if they'll be able to have enough food to last. Listen along to find out how the leaders decide to handle the sit…
Today we're not just telling a story, we're playing a game that will teach you how to tell stories of your own at home. Starsworn is a game we designed with Michael Low from Luck of Legends. Take on the role of heroes in a world of wonder! In Starsworn, kids a…
Today's story is adapted from a Russian folktale. A little girl named Yana was a terribly picky eater. Yana's parents ask her to watch her little brother one day and it all goes terribly wrong. Follow along to hear about Yana's wild adventure and an encounter …
Today's episode is about a young woman named Lutsi and her fried Rolli the mouse. Lutsi had always dreamed of getting married and having a big fancy wedding but it didn't matter much to her who would be the groom. Follow along as Lutsi finds out sometimes you …
Today's episode is an original story about a girl named Mila who loves her dogs. Follow along as Mila goes from walking her 2 dogs, to a whole pack of dogs.…
Today's Story is an adaptation of an Aesop’s Fable about a fox named Fina. Fina has a bit of a sweet tooth and is looking for some fruit to eat instead of the normal worms or mice or frogs. Follow along as she tries to get her paws on some sweet smelling grape…
Today's episode is an adaptation of a classic fabel. Follow along as Slip the con man learns a valuable lesson while scamming people in a friendly town.…
Today's episode is about an aspiring chef named Jaye who is taking a test to become a real chef at her favorite restaurant. Jaye's friends and coworkers give her more advice than she bargained for. Follow along to find out if she manages to pass the test and b…
Today we are re-sharing an episode we originally posted all the way back in 2016. It is the classic tale of King Midas and his golden touch. We will be back with all new episodes next week so stay tuned.…
Today we’re sharing an episode of Stories Podchats! This is the exciting conclusion of our Disney movie bracket. If you haven't had a chance to listen to the first one, go check it out. We already narrowed the field from 64 to 32. In this episode we'll be goin…
Today's story is an adaptation of a short story by William F Nolan. Listen along as crack pot inventor Professor C. Cydwick Ohms unveils his newest invention: The Professor C. Cydwick Ohms Time Door!…
Today's story is inspired by a classic Aesop's fable. Sprat the Gnat finds a fantastic new home. But when the word gets out how great his new spot is, it quickly becomes very crowded.…
Today's Story is an adaptation of an old folk tale about a mouse and his mother. They live in the basement of an elementary school and have plenty of crumbs and other leftovers to eat after the kids make a mess in the cafeteria. Unfortunately little Micah gets…
Today's story is an adaptation of a classic Aesop Fabel about two cats on the prowl for snacks. Listen along as our two tubby cats, Misty and Tiger, try to find the fairest way to split a cake between them.…
It's back to school season again! We hope all our listeners are having a fun first week of school, or getting excited for it next week. Today we're sharing a heart warming original story about a girl named Chloe on her first day at a new school.…
Today we're sharing part 2 of our retelling of the classic Greek myth of Perseus and Medusa. Part 1 was shared last Friday August 27th. If you haven't heard part 1 go back and check it out so you'll be ready for this exciting conclusion to the story.…
Today's story is part 1 of an adaptation of a classic Greek Myth. Tune in and learn about Medusa and how she became a gorgon, and Perseus and his quest to break the curse and save Medusa.…
Dog King and the gang are back! This time they're enjoying a lovely summer monday meal of leftover and burnt barbecue scraps from the prior weekend. Follow along as Rambo and Pickles learn about sharing and the importance of friendship.…
Today we’re sharing an episode of Stories Podchats with a fun game for you to play along at home. We will be questing to find the best Disney movie of all time using the ultimate gauntlet of contest, the bracket. Each Disney movie has been randomly entered and…
Today's story is about a pair of twins, Devin and Dara. The twins had pretty much the same day but despite that one twin has a great day, and the other one not so much. Listen along to find out why!…
Today's story is about John and how a poor decision he makes as a kid ends up coming back to him many years later. Listen along as John takes responsibility for his mistakes and does his best to make them right again.…
Today we’re sharing an episode of Stories Podchats with a fun game for you to play along at home. We will be playing a game called would you rather, where our guests will have to choose between 2 difficult scenarios. If you're having fun playing along with us …
Today's story is about Barry and his quest to capture a leprechaun. Follow along as he learns why leprechauns are widely known as one of the trickiest creatures there is.…
Today's episode is about a little girl named Beanie who dreamed of being a witch. Beanie tries to help and learn from three local witches, but it doesn't always go so well. Tune in to find out if Beanie ever gets to become a witch.…
Today's episode comes to us from our friends at Tumble Media. Yoga Kids Adventure is the first ever yoga podcast for kids!…
Today's episode is inspired by an American Tall Tale. Follow along as Pecos Bill, the best bronco buster there ever was, goes up against his biggest challenge yet!…
Today's Story was inspired by the song by The Kingston Trio. Listen along as Charlie finds himself in a difficult predicament on the Boston MTA.…
Today's Story is an adaptation of the poem "The Cremation of Sam McGee" by ROBERT W. SERVICE.…
Alfred loves playing the piano, but he misses having his family around to play for. When the neighbors upstairs have a baby that cries ALL the time, it gets even harder for Alfred to enjoy his piano time! How will he make this situation work? Listen in and fin…
Barney and the repair crew are doing a great job repairing the walls and roofs in their new town, but what happens when other things start needing repairs? Will their hammers and nails be enough to fix them?…
Today we’re sharing an episode of Stories Podchats all about some of the books Dan and I loved to read when we were kids, right on time for all your summer reading needs! For more episodes of Stories Podchats, and for ad-free episodes, access to all of our ebo…
Regina knows that she and the other geese are good at their job, guarding the pond by the temple for the Roman goddess Juno. But the eagles and the wolf-dogs seem to think that you can't be good at being a guard if you also spend some of your time chasing afte…
Thief and Saint is a story about Chet and Amos, two ne'er-do-wells in the wild west. Listen along and learn that your attitude towards those around you can make all the difference, and it's never too late to change your ways.…
Today we're sharing a story from our friends at Circle Round, a podcast produced by WBUR Boston's NPR station. You can find Circle Round anywhere you get your podcasts, be sure to check them out and subscribe.…
We have a very special story for you today, because we have a guest! Scotty Iseri is joining us from The Imagine Neighborhood. Soctty and Amanda together will tell you the story of a boy with a very very long name, and his friend Phoebe.…
It's Memorial Day Weekend! If you're going on trips and taking long drives, you need longer stories to listen to. Today we're sharing a longer story that was originally told in three parts in 2017, all edited together for your listening pleasure! Please enjoy …
The final installment of The Wylderwood Book 2. Listen in to hear the exciting conclusion. If you love the Wylderwood you're in luck! The Wylderwood is an ongoing series and will have many more installments, it will be back later this year with book 3. Stay tu…
Charlie the dog is so excited for the first walk of spring! The sights! The smells! The squirrels! His human, Jane, has to remind him that it's NOT okay to chase them, but when one of the squirrels steals his peanut butter treat, Charlie can't help himself. Wh…
Frug the frog isn't suspicious when he meets the chef, and he's not suspicious when the chef runs a hot bath for him. He's not even suspicious when he realizes there are carrots and onions floating around in the tub with him! But will Frug start to catch on wh…
It's the second to last new episode of The Wylderwood: Book 2! Will Nezzy, Harks, Lochlan, Wax, and Gothak prevail against the Okarr? You'll have to listen to find out!…
This week we join Co-hosts Lindsay and Marshall of Tumble the science podcast for kids. Tumble starts with questions from kids and then explores stories of science and discovery. In this episode the three year old daughter of a plant biologist asks... Do trees…
When Beverly the bunny sees the grass in her neighbor's yard, she's convinced that it's greener. The old badger says that grass always looks greener on the other side, but Beverly's not sure she believes him. She has to go check anyway! What do you think, is t…
In the next installment of The Wylderwood, Nezzy, Wax, Harks, Lochlan, and Gothak meet a mysterious creature that only lives in the Wylderwood: the Okarr! Are these creatures friend or foe? Tune in to find out!…
The year was 1969, and Luna the mouse was very hungry. Follow along on her fun adventure to reach the unreachable, and finally get something to eat.…
Jerry the monkey loves train rides with his friend Fuller, the conductor. He loves looking out the windows, he loves all the levers and the buttons, and most of all he loves the throttle. When Fuller pulls the throttle, the train goes fast! Jerry loves to go f…
Nezzy, Lochlan, and Waxham explore the Wylderwood looking for water and find more than they bargained for. Tune in for the second installment of The Wylderwood Book 2.…
The last we saw Harks, Lochlan, and Nezzy, they were entering the Wylderwood without any of their mentors there to guide them, hoping to carry on the mission their leaders had sacrificed themselves for. But how will they make it without anyone showing them the…
As we get ready for the start of book two next week revisit the exciting adventures of Harks, Nezzy, and Lochlan.…
Sheriff James Roberts went into the desert with several plans: he would capture the notorious bandits Bradford Brothers, recover the money they stole from the bank, and return to the town of Hayvrill a hero. But now that he's out there under the hot rays of th…
Jules does NOT like sleeping in her own bed at night. She's convinced there's a monster underneath it! And one in the closet! And maybe even one in the toybox! How can Jules ever fall asleep when she's convinced she's not alone? Tune in to find out!…
Amazing Grace the ecoranger is back at it in part two of her newest adventure! Tune in to hear if Amazing Grace and her robot sidekick, Chips, can figure out what's causing the yellow slime and defend the environment once again!…
Amazing Grace the ecoranger is back at it with her robot sidekick, Chips! Check out part one of her new adventure today, and listen in for part two later this week!…
Alec and Gil love to play at the pond near their house, and their mom always says it's okay as long as they promise to never talk to strangers. They're usually good at listening, but when a lady comes and invites them to come pet a wild horse she found, they c…
I want to introduce you to a podcast called African Folktales. My friend Ms. JoJo takes kids on adventures all over Africa in her Magical Jeep to laugh and learn lessons with a fun twist. African Folktales are stories that are told by word of mouth through gen…
Hari the Lion is the king of the animals but...he's not very nice. Can any of the animals talk him into doing things differently? Or will they have to battle him for the title? Tune in to find out!…
Anansi feels bad that humans don't have any stories to tell each other, so he goes to the Sky God to ask for some, but there's a price to pay. The Sky God needs Anansi to complete a long series of difficult challenges, and only then can he have some stories to…
Tune in to hear the conclusion to the story of Leah and her cat Hippo.…
Leah is sick of being the smallest one in class! Maybe her problems will be solved when she eats the magic cookie her Meemaw bakes to help her grow, but her kitty Hippo gets to it before she can! What will happen now??…
Good news! The trickster god, Loki, had a baby! Bad news, it's a huge terrifying wolf that's trying to eat the world. What will Odin, Thor, and Tyr do to stop him??…
In this episode Amanda and Dan answer your questions! This is the first in our new series of Stories Podchats, available on our Patreon at Patreon.com/stories. We talk about our pets, dog king inspiration, and our favorite mythical creatures!
Jasper and Hattie are climbing down a mountain to get to their home in the valley. Hattie knows that you need to go slow when you're on a steep path, but Jasper can see their house in the distance below and he just wants to hurry! But is the fastest way down a…
Have you ever wondered why cats wash their hands AFTER they eat instead of before, like people? It's all because this one Liam learned a lesson the hard way. Tune into to this retelling of a Belgian fairy tale to find out why!…
No matter how much he practices the guitar, Fyne can't seem to get any better. It's so frustrating! Will he ever be as good as the talented singers and players he sees in the city square?…
Flinch the fly is tired of living outside and getting rained on. As luck would have it, he finds a very cozy sandcastle made by a very small human and moves right on in! If you had the absolute perfect place to live, do you think you would want a roommate? Fli…
Logan and Claire can't go home until dinner (there was a spaghetti incident, it was a whole thing), so they get to play outside on the beach. When they see something wooden bobbing on the horizon, their imaginations go wild!…
Piper the peacock insists that being pretty is the most important thing of all, but Plain Jane the gangly crane says different. Who's right??…
A giant comes back from a long trip to find his beautiful garden overrun with children! Ew! He chases them out of course, but then something happens and none of the plants will grow anymore. What will he do??…
No one can untie the Gordian knot, no matter how hard they try. But an oracle said that whoever conquers the knot will achieve greatness, so they keep trying! Will anyone ever manage to untangle this monstrous mess?? Tune in to find out!…
Today's story is a New Year's story that we originally released this week FOUR YEARS AGO in 2016!! Can you believe that much time has passed? We sure can't! Say goodbye to 2020 with this adaptation of a story by the American author Emilie Poulsson, and then tu…
Dirch and Beorn need somewhere to stay warm overnight on their way to the king, and Ida’s Inn seems like the perfect place. But it’s Christmas Eve, and Ida gets some unwanted troll visitors every year. Can Dirch and Beorn do anything to help her out?…
Frigg is trying so hard to keep her son Baldur safe, and she’s thought of almost everything! But if anyone can find a loophole, Loki can...…
Russell the crow is hungry all the time. He's so hungry he could eat a cow, or even a moose. Or even...an elephant!…
Gibbly and Gibli are brothers. Or, maybe cousins? Actually, maybe they're just best friends, but no one really knows. What we DO know is that Gibbly and Gibli have LOTS of big ideas! But can they actually make these ideas happen?…
Prince Tomas is ready to find a bride, but all the noblewomen he meets only seem interested in his crown. Will his barber's magic mirror help him find true love?…
On one extraordinarily frigid morning Davey Crocket Wakes up to find that the world needs saving, and he's just the frontier adventurer to do it!…
Mallory the duck was well known as the bully of the lake. But her secret was that she was only mean to hide the fact that she was afraid. Will she be able to overcome her fear and survive the winter? Listen in to find out.…
Lucas is out on the pond fishing for dinner for his family. Despite pulling in multiple fish Lucas goes home empty handed and learns a valuable lesson.…
It's Native American Heritage month! So today’s story is a traditional Mi’kmaw story adapted for you by Pamela Palmater and Daniel Hinds! Pam is a member of the Mi’kmaw Nation, which is an Indigenous nation situated in Canada and the US, AND she’s the host of …
James and his friends are out for a hunt when they decide to have a friend competition and find out which of them is the best shot. It's all fun and games, until some mysterious forest dwellers pay a visit later that night...…
Calder's Dad sent him out to cut peat, and he ended up destroying the home of some fairies! What will he do to make up for it?…
The Tiger from the mountain was feared by all. But one day, in a small peaceful village, deep in the mountains of Korea, he met his match.…
Ralphy the raccoon is so hungry, but the school dumpsters are empty!! Where will he get delicious snack cakes and PB&J sandwiches to satisfy his cravings??…
Hooray, it's a Dog King Halloween!…
When the cats in Ulthar begin to go missing, everyone KNOWS the creepy Old Cotters are responsible, but no one can prove it. How will the townspeople save their precious feline family members? Find out in this (not-too-spooky) adaptation of an H.P. Lovecraft s…
Today's episode is special guest story from our friends at Girl Tales! It's written by Monet Hurst-Mendoza, features performances by Jen Anaya, Jacqueline Guillen, Annie Henk, and Benjamin Manno, and is produced by Chad Chenail and executive produced by Rebecc…
Old Pap is a shepherd dog that watches over Lulu the lamb and her friends, and he's pretty strict. When Lulu meets some other dogs, they convince her that they'll be way better watchdogs and she'll have way more fun...if she'll only get rid of Old Pap. Do we t…
We're in a Halloween mood, so we're re-releasing our version of the spooky Washington Irving classic. Tune in later this week for a brand new episode!…
Dadushka is VERY excited for turnip stew, but he can't get the last turnip out of the ground! He needs some help, but are there enough hands in the house to unearth this GINORMOUS turnip?? Tune in to this classic Russian folktale to find out!…
Today's episode is the conclusion of our new Firefly story! Check out the original trilogy if you haven't already, and make sure you've listened to part one so you'll be all caught up for part two!…
Today it's a new story featuring Jillian Jayes from The Brilliant Firefly! Check out the original trilogy if you haven't already, and then listen in to part one of Firefly's new adventure!…
A sudden storm strikes and everyone is out on the water. There are boats of all sizes, and some of them are getting tossed about by the waves. Will the big boats help the little boats?…
The two Juniors, Junior Jr and Junior Sr, are on the way to the market to find their mule, Octavia, a new home! Can they make everyone happy during their long walk there? Can ANYONE make everyone happy?…
Athena is jealous when she sees Arachne's tapestries. How could a human be a better weaver than a goddess?? This is NOT fair. The only thing that will solve this is a contest!…
It's the conclusion of The Wylderwood! Will Lochlan, Harks, and Nezzy be able to find each other in the Wylderwood? Tune in to find out! AND we have good news: this is just Book One. There will be more Wylderwood coming in the winter!!…
Today's episode is a special collaboration with Melly from Stoopkid Stories! Together, we tell the story of Isabella and Adaliya. When Adaliya and her family move into the neighborhood, Isabella is eager to meet her and introduce her to all the other kids, but…
When we last saw Harks, Nezzy, and Lochlan, they had escaped the terrible scene at Edgewater and made it to the Wylderwood. When they got there though, they couldn't agree on the best thing to do next, so they decided to split up. Was that a good idea??…
When we last saw Harks, Nezzy, and Lochlan, they had JUST escaped Edgewater and entered the Wylderwood. They left behind the half-giant Gothak, their mentors, and everything they've ever known. What are they going to do now?…
Rip Van Winkle doesn't want to work, he just wants to nap with his dog all day. What will happen when he gets his wish? Is sleeping his life away really worth it?…
When we last saw Harks, Nezzy, and Lochlan, they were looking on in horror as the mysterious prisoner sank underwater, trapped in a locked prison cart. Is there anything they can do??…
Webster the pony loves to prance and play, and he does NOT want to do any work, EVER. When his girl Harper needs his help to carry some salt to the market, will he be crafty enough to get out of it?…
Harks, Nezzy, and Lochlan are still in the midst of their battle with the dross and the pitwyrm, and now all the leaders of the realm have been turned into a magical tree! How are they going to get out of this on their own, without help from their mentors? Tun…
Mama wants to make her favorite stew, and Old Papa is excited! But when his old dog and old cat have a hard time helping him get the ingredients, he gets really upset. Will Mama and Papa be able to have the delicious soup they're hungry for?…
The big bad wolf is gobbling up all the animals! Some want to fight back, but the sheep just wants to eat grass and get fluffier and fluffier. It's a wooly yarn to be certain!…
Parental warning, this episode has some fantasy person on person violence!…
The animals in the desert need to travel to find a new oasis. They haven't had water for days! Ibil the camel is sure that she can help everyone carry their stuff...but can she do it all alone?…
Manfred is mighty and Kurtz is clever! Jakob has a lot to offer, but when his brothers call him "Jakob the Gentle" they don't mean it like a compliment. But when the princess eats cursed honey, who will save the day?…
The old oak tree is strong and sturdy, and he does not like to bend when the winds blow. Bending makes you weak! That's why he thinks the cattail reeds are silly. Why go with the flow when the wind blows when you could just stand still? But when a hurricane co…
It's the third installment of our summer-long fantasy serial!…
When the Jade Emperor decides to create a zodiac, he organizes a big race for all the animals to run. Whoever wins will get to represent a year in the zodiac! The cat decides she wants to win, even if it means being mean to her friend the rat. But how will the…
Our retelling of the classic Greek myth about the most beautiful and self-centered man in the world!…
Part Two of The Wylderwood! Last week we got to know Harks and Nezzy, and this week we'll spend a little more time with Lochlan, Sir Ransear's squire.…
This week's story is a re-release of one of our favorites from almost three years ago, The Wonders of Snake Oil. Wylderwood Part Two will be released in a couple days, and we'll be back with a brand new story next week!…
This week's story is part one of The Wylderwood, a longer fantasy work that we'll be releasing in parts all summer long. In this episode, you'll meet Harks and Nezzy as they explore the city of Edgewater, the last gasp of civilization before unmapped and untam…
Holly and Travis are a hedgehog and a turtle, and they're also best friends. But when they meet Davi the jaguar, they have to figure out how to team up and avoid becoming the big cat's dinner! Will they make it??…
Zane the monkey LOVES to play pranks... even though no one else thinks they're funny. But whatever! They just can't take a joke! So when he plays a prank on a leopard, nothing will go wrong, right? Right? Tune in to find out!!…
Wanda Walgood is a very good little witch, except for one thing: Her aunts can never get her to study! Then they send her on a quest to retrieve an old wizard's lost library. Will Wanda finally learn to appreciate books??…
Charlie is a scared little bunny. He's scared of the big bunnies, he's scared of the river where the wild onions grow, and most of all, he's scared of heights. When his nana decides to make her favorite onion soup she needs Charlie's help. Will he finally face…
Aiden has been stuck at home for a MONTH already and he is SO. BORED. It's definitely not that he misses his friends or his teacher or school, or anything like that. No way. He's JUST bored. Really!…
This week's episode is an adaptation of the classic Judeo-Christian story about the king's advisor, two of his jealous peers, and a whole bunch of VERY hungry lions.…
Little Millie has been tied up at Old Mr. Price's zoo for so long that she's not just a calf anymore, she's a full-grown elephant. But is she big enough to finally pull herself free?…
Dylan is hoping for a peaceful day playing guitar in the woods, but when he runs into basically every predator that lives in the forest, he feels anything but peaceful. What is he going to do to get out of this??…
Mick Munter is back in search of another cryptid! This time... THE MOTHMAN!!!…
Loki, the trickster god, has REALLY done it this time. His prank doesn't just mildly inconvenience the other gods and goddesses like he planned, it might have major consequences for all the humans on Earth! How will he fix his mistake?…
We had some technical difficulties with our episode for today, so we're re-releasing this one from 2016! It was originally a two-parter, but we've put it together this time, so it's a longer episode.…
Galen and Lydia are enjoying their time traveling together, engaging in lively discussion. Galen, a musician, thinks you never need a weapon when you have music, and Lydia, a soldier, strongly disagrees. Later on, when lions find their cave, who will get to sa…
Abdul is pretty sure he knows everything. His favorite sayings are "half your life is lost without knowledge" and "well, actually..." (and everyone is pretty sick of hearing them). But what will happen when he spends a week on his uncle's boat? How can he know…
Billy the bee is having a very hard time defending his hive's honey, until Mother Nature gives him a stinger! Now he can defend the honey really well. Maybe too well...…
Zane is walking home from school one day and makes an incredible discovery! A singing tortoise named Alicia! He can't wait to show her off to everyone he knows. But does Alicia want to be shown off?…
Louise the doctor is very excited to take a vacation from curing people, but when she gets kidnapped by some very sick goblins she HAS to help them feel better... or they'll make her into soup!…
Here's a little episode for parents about our coronavirus schedule (spoiler: it's not changing), our patreon tiers and new reward (read-along ebooks at the $3/month level!) and also an idea for an art project you and your family can do while you're stuck at ho…
The frogs are happy spending lazy days at the pond doing whatever they want, all except for the old bullfrog. He thinks they all need some order and direction, and a king is just the thing that will get everyone whipped into shape! But the spirit of the swamp …
When the tax collectors come by to take Grahamquackers' gold coin, he's happy to give it to them. They're going to build roads and schools! What a great plan! But when the king does not follow through with his tax-money promises, Grahamquackers is upset! What …
Scout is pretty sure he's the biggest and the baddest wolf in the whole forest, but everyone else thinks he's just a bully. Can the Lion Queen set him straight?…
The Giant Princess dropped her cookie in a river and hasn't stopped crying for WEEKS! The king is at his wit's end and willing to over a generous reward to anyone who can cheer her up. Will the princess ever smile again??…
Fan would really like some friends, and there are lots of other birds around for her to hang out with! The only thing is they think she should be able to sing or hunt or grow really bright feathers, and... she can't. What will she do??…
Bailey gets a juicy bone every day from his generous owner, and all he wants is to eat it in peace, by himself. Why won't all these animals just leave him alone? But when Bailey needs help later, who will he ask? Will he ever come around to the idea of (gasp) …
Molly's family is going to Walt Disney World Resort AND she has a loose tooth! It's the most exciting day ever!! But what will happen if her tooth falls out in the middle of it all? Will it ruin everything? Listen in to find out!…
Lusmore has a beautiful voice, but no one in town gets close enough to hear it. Why? Because, well, he stinks. But it's not his fault, and nothing helps! Until some fairies come along...…
A stranger comes to stay at The Silver Moon, and the innkeeper, Old Cobb is immediately on edge. There's something about the visitor that feels a little... off. Is it his shaggy hair, his animal smell, or his wolfish smile? Tune in to find out!…
Remember King Midas and his love of gold? Well he's back, and he hasn't learned ANY lessons. This time, the roguish satyr Pan is involved, as well as the god Apollo, AND Apollo's beautiful golden lyre...…
Mick Munter is back! Did you miss him?…
Pippo and Poppo are the elder penguins and everyone is looking to them to figure out what to do with the thief who's been stealing everyone's fish! What will they do?…
The Archbishop Hatto II thinks he's very clever when he gathers up all the wheat and bread in Germany and charges everyone lots of money to buy it back. But what will happen when he can't ignore the calls of the hungry citizens outside of his gates?…
Sarah grows the most beautiful tulips out of all of her neighbors, and she NEVER shares her bulbs. She wants to keep all the beauty to herself! But will this strategy work forever? Tune in to find out!…
Rebekah lives in a house full of sisters and husbands and children and babies and the only place she can go for some peace and quiet is temple. When she asks the Rabbi what to do about her tiny house, he gives her some really strange advice...…
Peter and Sasha met the blue goblins one night, and the next day they wake up and their parents are gone! No chores, no vegetables, and no brushing teeth, hooray! But when are they going to come back? Find out in the conclusion of this two part story!…
Peter and Sasha are SO sick of doing chores, so they decide to quit! And then they meet some Blue Goblins in the forest who offer a more longterm solution. But is it really a good deal? This episode is part one of a two part story, so come back next week to he…
Hooray it's the holidays, for humans and dogs alike! In this episode, we find Dog King (King of the Dogs) and all of his friends celebrating the season in their own canine way. Enjoy!!…
When Wexie goes to the beach with her family, it's a nightmare! She gets sand in her book and a sunburn, and she's VERY concerned about sharks. Staying at home and looking at a tapestry is just as good, right?…
Madam Madone the Soothsayer says that she can read your palm, and the stars, and the cards, and everything else and she can definitely see your future! But Randy thinks it all sounds a little too good to be true. Is Randy really the one who can tell what's goi…
Sallie the Salamander is so happy in her little log, and why wouldn't she be? She's the biggest in the world! Until all of a sudden she finds out that she's not... uh oh.…
It's hard to wake up after a nightmare, and it's even harder to get back to sleep. We're joined by Max Goodname narrator and occasional host Kelsie Lee for this tale of bedtimes, pirates, and the power of feeding dreams.…
We've been working with our friend, journalist Andy Rosen, to make a news show for kids! Today we have an episode for you to check out. It mentions current events and politics, including turkey call champions, Frozen 2, and impeachment.…
The Sacred Squirrel has a very important job to do, but being the messenger can be so boring! How can he make it more fun for himself? Find out in this adaptation of a Norse myth!…
It's almost the Day of the Good Gourd in the cozy little hamlet, but the good good gourds are all going going gone! Who's going to guard the gourds? And who's going to guard the gourdmen?!…
Kaya wants to make friends with her neighbors, but they don't seem interested in getting to know her! But when everyone gets swallowed by a great big monster, will her neighbors suddenly come around and decide to be friends?…
The pheasant, the dove, and the magpie don't understand why the little mouse won't just take a break and hang out with them! But when a terrible drought comes and the birds don't have any food, they finally understand the value of planning ahead. Will the mous…
The Firefly Queen glows so bright that everyone comes to see her all the time, but will she ever meet anyone with a fire of their own?…
Sakura's father is very excited for her to marry the strongest around, and he thinks her future husband should be the sun! But Sakura already knows she wants to marry another rat named Sora. What is she going to do?…
Rosa, Amy, and Jake are convinced they saw something in the weird little room in the back of the library, but they just can't agree on what it is! Check out this semi-scary* Halloween story to find out what is lurking in the back of the library on Elm Street!…
The monkey, the otter, and the rabbit all want to make an offering to the Moon Spirit, but one animal is more generous than the rest. Find out who in this adaptation of a traditional Asian folktale!…
The conclusion! Will Captain Calico Ken and his crew finally heed Calliope's warning about Bloodbone? Listen in to find out! This is part two of the two part story inspired by an original painting by Amelia Leonards. To see the painting and get some really coo…
Calliope the cat is frustrated that she can't catch all the fish in the sea. She's afraid of the water! But when she meets a new mermaid friend, everything changes! This is part one of a two part story inspired by an original painting by Amelia Leonards. To se…
The raccoon and the fox both want to build a house in the perfect clearing, but they don't want to share. How will they decide who gets to build? They'll have to call on the forest spirits to help decide! Tune in to this adaptation of an African folktale to he…
The air has changed and Mother Oak knows that it's finally the season for all her acorn babies to fall out of the tree and make their own way in the world. But the littlest acorn, Hazel, is scared! Can she just stay an acorn on her branch forever, please?…
A hungry wolf tries to use a disguise to finally get to eat some dinner, but will all the other sheep notice the predator in their midst? Tune in to find out!…
Mr. Ivan is NOT nice to his pony, and Tillie and Dives do not think that's acceptable. Will their wild idea to free the pony work? Listen in to this traditional Romani folktale to find out!…
The princess just wants a nice quiet gathering for her birthday, but her father the king wants it to be the best party ever! Will the king finally learn his lesson when some uninvited guests show up? Tune into this adaptation of a Macedonian folktale to find o…
Fenny wins a contest fair and square, but her mean brothers, Frog and Newt sabotage her success. How is she going to get herself out of this mess?…
Magic pumpkins keep growing in Lakshmi's yard, and she and her brother Dubey can't believe it!…
On his first ever solo hunting trip, Declan spots a mysterious and beautiful white doe, and he knows he has to have her. But what will his new friend Amélie have to say about that?…
When the cheetah and the wild dog tell Froggy that she's ugly, she asks the Sky God for a tail so she can be beautiful. But will it really be everything she's dreamed of?…
In this adaptation of a classic Aesop’s Fable, a lion and bear can’t agree on who should get to eat the leftover picnic basket goodies. Who’s going to win this argument??…
Please enjoy this rerelease of one of our very first episodes, originally titled “Margaret and Henry and the Room Full of Hay”. Stay tuned for new episodes next week!…
Dracula has a hard time in the summer, so he invites his friends for a fun surfing party! But they all want to surf in the daytime... What will he do?…
Kwan is an old man who doesn't have enough money to buy rice. When he steals some at the market, he gets sent to jail! Now what will he do?…
Ms. Elephant and Mr. Hippo are being very greedy with their berries and flowers, and the hare is VERY hungry! What will she do to earn some of the big kids' food? Tune in to this adaptation of a Central African folktale to find out!…
What makes a knight? Is it fancy armor and a jeweled sword? Or do you have to do more than just wear the right outfit? Today's story is all about two knights on the road to Camelot, both trying to join King Arthur's Round Table, but who will have what it takes…
Goldie and Grumbles are tired of fishing, and Goldie has an idea that might change everything! But will it actually work?…
After the sun sets at night, the humans have to live in the cold and dark, and Zeus doesn't care. But Prometheus does! And he's figuring out a way to help!…
Five blind men meet an elephant. One man says it's like a snake, one says it's like a tree, and the rest all think it's like something else! Who's right???…
One daughter loves the sun and one daughter loves the rain. What's a dad to do??…
Today we find Dog King, Pickles, Rambo, Broadwin, Annie, Cranberry, and Other Other Rex preparing for war! It's that time of year again, and our friends have to defend themselves against the fireborks and the terrible giant: the Borf of Yoolye!…
Stevie is disappointed when he finds out he’ll have to go to camp this summer. He thought he’d finally have a chance to relax and be himself, but now he’ll have to go on living a “double life”, just like he does during the school year. It’s exhausting! Will th…
It's a battle for the history books between the Irish giant Finn Mac Cool and the Scottish giant Benadonner! Tune in to this story about beard shaving, pancakes, and bridges to find out who wins!…
Allan has the perfect plan to sneak the cookies from the special snack cabinet, but will he get away with it? Tune in to this (not scary) adaptation of an Edgar Allan Poe story to find out!…
Samuel is looking for information about his old family friend, Leonidas Smiley, and he's convinced that Simon Wheeler can help. Based on the classic story by Mark Twain about persistence and history and of course, a celebrated jumping frog!…
Goose does a favor for a wolf, and it comes back to bite him... literally! But does that mean he should never do a favor for anyone again? Listen in to find out!…
Edward G. Hopper is the greenish gloat with the golden throat, the smug heel don of the real bug song, the insect you respect, and the man of choice with the golden voice! But Miss Owl does NOT agree, and she NEEDS to get some sleep! What can she do to get a l…
Demigod Phaeton wants to be JUST like his father, Helios, the god of the sun, but he doesn't want to wait until he's a grown up! What will happen when he tries to drive the sun chariot without permission? Listen in to this adaptation of the Greek myth to find …
The sky is falling, and Chicken Little is VERY upset! Join her as she tries to save herself, Henny Penny, Lucky Ducky, and Lucy Goosey from getting squished! Will Foxy Loxy help them out??…
Klaas LOVES cheese. He can't get enough! But what will happen when he gets to eat all the cheese he's ever wanted? Can you really have too much of a good thing? Tune in to this adaptation of a Dutch folktale to find out!…
A grumpy tortoise and a chirpy mother robin meet on a sunshine-y spring day and argue about who has the best house. Who will win? Tune in to find out!!…
Sam, Darnell, and Violet are back from April vacation, and they all had a great break! But not as great as Brandon...…
Maya and her mom just moved in with her mom's new husband, and Maya is NOT happy about it. She just doesn't feel at home! But can the big maple tree in the backyard make things better? Tune in to find out!…
For April Fool's Day, here's a rebroadcast of one of our silliest stories, The Golden Screw!…
Today is part two of our special St. Patrick's Day story all about an epic Irish battle and the amazing power of music!…
Today is part one of a special St. Patrick's Day story all about an epic Irish battle and the amazing power of music! Stay tuned for part two, coming very soon!…
This week's episode is based on a traditional Japanese folktale and it's all about two cats named Gon and Koma! Listen in so you can join them on their adventures and see what kind of trouble they get into!…
This week's episode is based on a Bulgarian myth about what happens when Father Frost is nowhere to be found and an entire village is buried in snow! Listen in to this longer story to hear all about the brave little girl that saves the day.…
Honey Bear is bulking up for hibernation, but a bee gets in his way. Will he let it go and stay focused on his goal? Or will his anger get the best of him? Tune in to find out!…
Scales the snake wants to win the hugging contest, but nobody will let him enter! Are arms really THAT important for a good hug? Tune in to find out!…
Ms. Beakman thinks that kindness for kindness sake is important, and Mr. Pecks is not so sure. Who will win this argument? You'll have to listen to find out!…
In this story, based on a traditional Ethiopian fable, a very nervous young man named Abel seeks a magical solution to his struggles, but he needs to retrieve a very special ingredient first! Will he be able to do it? Listen in and find out! And parents, see i…
This week's story is an adaptation of the classic Greek myth about the famous, superstrong demigod, Hercules! Enjoy!!…
This is a story about an absent-minded little lamb who follows a butterfly into the woods and finds herself invited to dinner with a fox... as the main course! How is she going to get out of this predicament?? You'll have to listen to find out!…
Celebrate the start of 2019 with this adaptation of a traditional Irish story that truly has it all: singing, dancing, wolves, a fairy queen, and a pooka!! Happy New Year!!…
A hermit crab just keeps eating, and growing, his voice getting deeper! Support the show at patreon.com/stories
The door is open and someone needs to close it. Will Adeena or Hassan cave first? Tune in to find out what happens in this story, adapted from a traditional Pakistani folk tale!…
Two Greek gods get into an argument and make a bet. Does changing the way something looks change what it truly is? Tune in and find out!…
It's Thanksgiving! Dog King, King of the Dogs is throwing a festive, silly celebration in the alley, and everyone's coming! Pickles, Rex, Other Rex, Other OTHER Rex, and... a cat? Find out what happens when an uninvited feline guest crashes this bow wow bash!…
This story is about two VERY stubborn goats as they battle it out to see who gets to cross a VERY narrow bridge first. Who will it be?? You'll have to listen to find out!!…
Part two of the exciting finale of The Brilliant Firefly: Revolt! It's finally here!!…
Part one of the exciting finale of The Brilliant Firefly: Revolt! Part two will be released VERY soon!…
Today we bring you an original story all about what happens to Nellie when she tries to take a bit of old forest magic, a fairy, and keep it in a jar as a pet. Do you think that sounds like a good idea? You'll have to listen to see what happens!…
It's the penultimate installment of The Brilliant Firefly: Revolt! In this episode, we finally learn more about Firefly's archenemy: The Scarlet King!…
The next two chapters of The Brilliant Firefly: Revolt! Jill is back in the Firefly suit and on a mission again. Join her as she goes on a journey to rescue her mom!…
The next installment of The Brilliant Firefly: Revolt! Here are chapters 5&6. Stay tuned for another episode next week! And if you haven't already, listen back to chapters 1-4 released over the last month.…
The next chapter of The Brilliant Firefly: Revolt! Make sure you've listened to our last few episodes so you're all caught up!
The Brilliant Firefly is back! Chapters two and three are here, and there's more to come next week!
It's here! The thrilling conclusion of the saga of Jillian Jayes and The Brilliant Firefly! More chapters will be released later this week. Don't forget to listen to books one and two to get caught up!
Fun Fact: This familiar story about the Little Dutch Boy that saves the Netherlands from a great flood is NOT a real Dutch story, and is actually a piece of American folklore! Origins aside, it contains an important message about sacrificing for the greater go…
Today we find Dog King, Pickles, Rambo, and all of our other favorite canines in another episode! Join them as they take naps, eat delicious ice cream, and solve a mystery!
An old folktale from Uganda finds a Lizard and a Python performing together and then arguing over their lucky drum! Ad-free Stories Podcast feed at patreon.com/stories
This week's episode is the classic story from the Judeo-Christian tradition about a very small boy who goes up against a very big giant to save his people!…
Based on the old Turkish Proverb, a story about the dangers of judging by appearance and trusting too easily. Get our entire catalog ad-free for just $1 at patreon.com/stories.
This week, we celebrate the return of Mick Munter the Monster Hunter in a brand new story! Listen to hear Mick Munter go on an adventure to find yet another mysterious and magical creature, the Skunk Ape! You can hear more Mick Munter if you scroll back in our…
What happens when Jon and Maria visit a village that doesn't share? They make stone soup, that's what! A fun story about the importance of community. Become a subscriber at Patreon.com/stories!
The Dragon King is sick and needs a special cure that only Tokki can provide! This week's story is from Korean folklore and includes lots of silly voices and a tricky rabbit. Ad-free episodes at Patreon.com/stories!
The class Hopi story of spring. The beloved Blue Corn Maiden has been captured by Winter. With Summer's help, can she make her escape? Ad-free show at patreon.com/stories
One of our oldest stories, Max Goodname and the Magic Armor. A fantasy story about a young knight, a wizard, a cleric, and a jousting tournament. Ad-free at patreon.com/stories
The classic story of the lost axe and a fisherman's honesty. A great little fable from Aesop and ancient Greece. Ad-free show at patreon.com/stories. Thanks for listening!
A story about how the grass is always greener and the pitfalls of wishing for the lives of others. Pay just $1 and get every episode ad-free at patreon.com/stories
A little bird is separated from his family and needs a place to spend the winter. Will the trees keep him warm? Ad-free episodes on patreon.com/stories
The Big Scary Cave (not a scary story) is based on an African Folktale. A scary voice has taken over the little rabbit's cave, but what are the animals really afraid of? Ad-free episodes just $1 for the entire catalog at patreon.com/stories
Mr. and Mrs. Haktak are farmers living a quiet life, until they discover a magical artifact in their garden. From the classic Chinese folk tale! Every episode ad-free for just $1 a month at patreon.com/stories
Rats are plaguing a small village, but one musician has an interesting solution. Get every episode ad-free at patreon.com/stories
The classic fable of the ant and the grasshopper! We're working on some longer stories and recovering from a full family flu outbreak so we're doing a rebroadcast of one of your favorites this week that a lot of newer listeners haven't heard. We should be back…
A boy is born with a golden screw in his bellybutton. He wants it removed! A very silly journey follows. Ad-free at patreon.com/stories
Four animal musicians, abandoned by their masters, try to make their way in the world! Commercial free at patreon.com/stories
An old Irish folktale about a Fairy rath (rath is an old Irish word for glade) and some farmer who invade their favorite Hawthorne tree. Fun songs! Ad-free at patreon.com/stories
The conclusion of book 2! Some intense moments (think Spiderman and Uncle Ben) so be aware and enjoy!
The classic story of the Gingerbread Man! Fun songs and a great holiday travel favorite. Ad-free at patreon.com/stories.
Jill has her toughest battle yet against the new villain known as Battlesnake. Will she prevail? Get all episodes ad free for just $1 a month at patreon.com/stories
It's a Dinosaur Christmas! T-Rex just wants to open her present, but with her big head and little arms, she's having a lot of trouble. Will she find some friends to help her? Will Christmas be saved? Fun story with a fun song at the end! Support the show at pa…
Book 2 of the Brilliant Firefly! Friends are saved! Secrets are revealed! More action is brewing on the horizon. This may be for a slightly older audience than other stories, typical of superhero comic books or movies. Get the episodes ad-free at patreon.com/s…
Book 2 of the Brilliant Firefly! We see the new normal after Jill's adventure in the armor, and the Scarlet King makes a move. If you haven't listened to Book 1, definitely do that first! This may be for a slightly older audience than other stories, typical of…
A silly poem in the style of Dr. Seuss offers a strange bargain and a fun little rhyme scheme. What if you could press a button and get a dollar, but somewhere in the world a tree falls? What if everyone had the same option? Listen and then talk it over! Ad-fr…
A classic tale that originated in West Africa, featuring the trickster god Anansi the Spider. A turtle comes for dinner, tricks are played, and someone goes home hungry. Get every episode ad-free for just $1 a month at Patreon.com/stories!
It's a Goblin Picnic! In this slightly spooky story for Halloween, a boy named Hawk is lured in by the promises of an enchanted goblin picnic, despite his better judgement. When the food turns out to hold a terrible curse, his sister Rose will have to step up …
This week we bring you the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois Native American) story on why the leaves change color in the autumn. This beautiful story has been passed down through the oral tradition and we've interviewed multiple Haudenosaunee storytellers to bring you …
A rhyming, singing salesman comes to town, fast talking about his miraculous cure-all known only as Snake Oil. Is the traveling Doc telling the truth, or is there something else going on with his miracle cure? Listen to find out, and get ad-free episodes at pa…
Mick Munter is back, and this time he's on the hunt for the legendary Bigfoot! If you want more Mick, you're in luck, he now has his own show! Just search for Mick Munter Monster Hunter wherever you listen to your podcasts!
A slightly spooky story from Old English folklore. The moon decides to explore a swampy area known as the Carland, but the monsters who live their don't want to let her leave again. It's up to a lucky traveler and a nearby village to set her free! Support the …
A rhyming story poem based off the old fable of the Lion and the Fox. It's fun and great for younger kids especially! Get the show ad-free at patreon.com/stories
Little Boshi wants to be a samurai more than anything, but he was born just one inch tall! Can the little guy accomplish his big dreams? Listen and see! Support the show at patreon.com/stories
Ancient Athens, shining beacon of Greece, has been completed, but it has no name. The God Poseidon and the Goddess Athena compete to see who will win the patronage of the city. Support the show at Patreon.com/stories and check out KidsListen.org
Animals are gathered at the Moringa Grove for a truce, but how will they fare when the vultures turn the striped animals against the spotted and the spotted against the striped?
A take on the classic fable. What happens when you try and play both sides? Can the bat convince the birds and beasts that she's totally on their side? Find out! (BTW, Bats are totally mammals)
Dog King, Pickles, Rambo and the rest of the gang are back for another adventure. How does Dog King keep his alley kingdom cool during the hottest days of summer? Listen and find out! Ad-free episodes at patreon.com/stories
A traditional creation myth from the Tupi-Guarani indigenous people of Brazil. A girl wants to be a star, but will the moon help make her wish come true? Support the show at patreon.com/stories
Dave wants to be the best knuckleball pitcher of all time, but bad news gets in the way. Inspired by the Taoist story of good and bad news. Support the show at patreon.com/stories
Paul Revere's Ride, the classic poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Have a happy 4th of July!
You've heard of the ride of Paul Revere? Well, he wasn't the only one! Here is the true story of Sybil Ludington, a young girl from New York and an American hero of the Revolutionary War. Happy 4th of July!
Sometimes growing up is scary, especially when you have to leave your old home behind! Listen as Jasper the hermit crab and his friends try to find new shells to call home as they grow. Support the show at patreon.com/stories for ad-free episodes!
The classic tale of the leaky pot, performed with some fun added songs. Sometimes what feels like a terrible flaw is actually a blessing in disguise! Support the show at Patreon.com/stories for our ad-free feed.
A fun take on the classic story of the Three Little Pigs! Fun songs throughout and a great final message. Support the show and get ad free episodes at patreon.com/stories
The classic fable of the Emperor's seeds. An old story that illustrates the value of honesty, even when it's not the easy thing to do. Support the show at patreon.com/stories
The thrilling conclusion to Soft: The First Dog! Mazzy and Soft are nearing the end of their journey, but will they be able to make it through their most difficult challenges yet? Support the show at patreon.com/stories
In the deepest darkest river of the jungle Doonadoo, there lived a wild crocodile who mainly loved to chew. Listen to his song! Support the show and get commercial free episodes at patreon.com/stories
The classic Tall Tale of Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox. We cover Paul's most auspicious birth, his tremendous size, and how he met his friend Babe the Blue Ox. Get all our episodes ad-free at patreon.com/stories
Recommended for ages 7 and up. Mazzy and Soft, the young wolf, come together in the wake of the fire and start out across the ancient plains of the ice age. They're in search of their families, but they aren't the only ones. Thanks for listening! Support the s…
Recommended for ages 7 and up, here's the ancient story of how the first dog was tamed. A young girl, a fierce wolf pup, hardship, friendship and more, all set in 15,000 BC. Thanks for listening! Support the show at patreon.com/stories
An updated take on the classic story of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter. This time around, his sister Penny is along for the ride, giving more gender representation and a fun new dynamic on this timeless tale. Support the show at patreon.com/stories!
In a strong young tree, some squirrels are arguing about whether or not to let in their neighbors in need. Walls are built, hearts are broken, and lessons are learned. Support the show at patreon.com/stories
The classic fable of the wind and the sun, updated with some fun songs. Ultimately you'll learn that you get further with kindness than with violence! Support the show at patreon.com/stories
Mick Munter, the legendary Australian Monster Hunter, has come to America to find a Leprechaun for St. Patrick's Day. Weird Australian slang and some St. Paddy's magic. Support the show at Patreon.com/stories
A parrot in the city meets some new friends. The friends want to change him, but he learns the hard way that you can't make everyone happy. Support the show and get ad-free episodes at patreon.com/stories
The classic story of Rapunzel, the girl with the long hair stuck way up at the top of a tower by an evil witch. Includes fun songs and an updated ending. Thanks for listening! Support the show at patreon.com/stories!
The thrilling conclusion! This time, Grace is out to stop a galactic mega-corp from destroying a moon to build their sub-light pipeline. Join Grace Green, Princess of Space and Eco Ranger, as she tackles the Bakken group on the mysterious moon of Dakato.
Amazing Grace is back. This time, she's out to stop a galactic mega-corp from destroying a moon to build their sub-light pipeline. Join Grace Green, Princess of Space and Eco Ranger, as she tackles the Bakken group on the mysterious moon of Dakato.
The strange but true tale of the origin of Valentine's Day. It all started way back in the third century with a Christian Bishop named Valentine and a Roman Emperor who wanted to outlaw love. Support the show at patreon.com/stories
A weird sea shanty about a pirate ship full of birds. All kinds of birds. The captain is a cormorant though. Why? Because it went best with captain. Also, he already had the hat. Support the show at patreon.com/stories
A short take on the classic fable about the cunning fox and the vain crow. The moral of the story? Don't be fooled by flattery. Support the show at patreon.com/stories
The story that inspired the tradition of Chinese New Year. Nian the Beast has been terrorizing a small village, and it's up to one young girl and a wise old man to save the day. Support the show at patreon.com/stories
Koo the cat thinks that the moon is a particularly tasty looking mouse. Will she be able to catch it? Listen and find out! Support the show at patreon.com/stories
It was late in the great halls of Asgard. The gods were sleeping...or at least, most of them were. Thor, God of Thunder, strongest warrior to ever walk on earth or in the heavens, was having an argument with Loki, god of fire, and cunning trickster. It had sta…
Jillian Jayes has become something greater than herself, but has she bit off more than she can chew? Find out in the conclusion to Book 1 of The Brilliant Firefly, our serial superhero story! Support the show at patreon.com/stories. Thank you all for listening…
Two kids are given a strange gift one New Year's Eve. We take the beautiful (but largely forgotten) fable by Emilie Poulsson and update it for a modern ear. It's the perfect story for kids (and adults) on New Year's Eve!
It's a Dinosaur Christmas! T-Rex just wants to open her present, but with her big head and little arms, she's having a lot of trouble. Will she find some friends to help her? Will Christmas be saved? (Yes.) Support the show at patreon.com/stories and have happ…
Our telling of the classic Haida (from the Pacific Northwest) story, Raven Steals the Light. As far as fairy tales go, this is a strange one, but very interesting too! Support the show at patreon.com/stories or leave us a review on itunes.
Part 3! Jill and Specs investigate the mystery surrounding Grampa Jack. The deeper they dig, the more troubling it becomes. We hope you are enjoying our take on the superhero genre!
Part two of our superhero origin story. Jillian Jayes was a normal girl. Well, not really, but don't tell her that. She loved nothing more than judo, skipping school, and watching the superheroes fight crime all over Gigacity. But when her father is killed by …
Part one of our superhero origin story. Jillian Jayes was a normal girl. Well, not really, but don't tell her that. She loved nothing more than judo, skipping school, and watching the superheroes fight crime all over Gigacity. But when her father is killed by …
The classic Christmas/Holiday favorite of the Gingerbread Man. He runs! Can you catch him? (You Can't, it says so in the song). Support the show at patreon.com/stories
Its the Thanksgiving Pie-Off, where a brother and sister see who can eat more thanksgiving pies. What kinds of pies? Lots. Apple? Yes. Cherry? Yes. Key Lime? Also in there. Maybe it would be faster if you just listened. Support the show at patreon.com/stories
A Little Red Hen is busy, and no one wants to help her make bread. When the bread is done, they all change their tune, but the Little Red Hen is all business. It's our take on this classic story, with fun songs woven throughout. Support the show at Patreon.com…
The classic Bible story of Noah's Ark and the Great Flood. God is sending a storm to wash away the sins of man, and Noah has been chosen to carry out very specific instructions. One of the most famous Christian stories, and one of our favorites. Support the sh…
The classic fable of counting your chickens before they hatch, combined with a version of the Irish folksong "The Rattlin' Bog." A lot of fun. Sing along if you can! Support the show at Patreon.com/stories
A little bonus poem about Halloween being over. It's fun! Leave us a review on iTunes to support the show!
His mother was a dog. His father was a king. Know what that makes him? DOG KING! By the way, he's king of the dogs. This episode is ridiculous but the Dog King theme song may be our best work ever. Support the show by checking out our weekly sponsors and hitti…
Halloweeen time! Here is an only-slightly-spooky take on the Legend of Sleepy Hollow with original songs! The Headless Horseman is coming...or is he? Ichabod Crane finds out! Leave us a review on iTunes, it really helps out :)
A boy, a cow, some magic beans and an unruly giant. THIS EPISODE IS FE FI FO FUN! (sorry not sorry for that terrible joke.) Listen to Jack and the Beanstalk ad-free and support the show at patreon.com/stories
In light of the impending election and the information coming to light about the candidates, we are re-releasing our updated take on the Emperor's New Clothes. Thanks for Listening!
The classic story of the Princess and the Pea, retold with a fun song at the end! Support the show at patreon.com/stories :)
This week we bring you the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois Native American) story on why the leaves change color in the autumn. This beautiful story has been passed down through the oral tradition and we've interviewed multiple Haudenosaunee storytellers to bring you …
Max Goodname is back! This time around, some dwarves have dug too deeply and awoken an ancient evil. Will Max, Wallace, Corly and their new friends be able to save the day? Support the show at Patreon.com/stories
A bonus episode! In honor of Shel Silverstein's birthday, we've written and recorded five short and silly poems for you. Support the show at Patreon.com/stories
Max Goodname is back! This time around, some dwarves have dug too deeply and awoken an ancient evil. Will Max, Wallace, Corly and their new friends be able to save the day? Support the show at Patreon.com/stories
A poem about a war between the Peanut Butter and Jelly Kingdoms. It has songs about sandwiches! Support the show at Patreon.com/stories
When a young boy moves from Dublin to a sleepy little village on the Irish coast, he finds new friends, new myths, and some strange magic. Get the book on amazon and support the show at patreon.com/stories !
When a young boy moves from Dublin to a sleepy little village on the Irish coast, he finds new friends, new myths, and some strange magic. Get the book on amazon and support the show at patreon.com/stories !
The classic myth of Icarus, the boy who flew too close to the sun. Guess what, it doesn't work out for him this time either. Support the show and get ad free episodes at http://patreon.com/stories
Neddy is the biggest fish in the small pond, and the biggest bully too. One day she tries to see what life in the big pond is like. Lessons are learned. Songs are sung! Support the show at patreon.com/stories
There's a drought in the savanna, and tensions are running high between the striped and spotted animals. Support the show at patreon.com/stories and leave us a review on iTunes!
The mice have gathered and need a plan to stop the cat! One mouse has a plan, but is anyone brave enough to pull it off? Based on the fable, this original story/poem will brighten up your day! Support the show and get our ad-free archive at Patreon.com/stories
A King wishes for everything he touches to turn to gold. Adapted from the Hawthorne version of this classic Greek Myth. To support the show, visit http://patreon.com/stories
An updated take on the Emperor's New Clothes! Support the show and have your child's name read at the beginning of an episode at Patreon.com/stories!
The classic tale of Little Red, a wolf, a grandmother and a woodcutter. The moral? Don't talk to strangers!
There is a happy farm with happy farmers and happy animals and one sad dog. The dog doesn't feel useful...but he may be surprised. (Spoiler alert: he's useful after all.)
An original lullaby, guaranteed to make grumpy babies calm and calm babies sleepy. Do you like giraffes? This one has giraffes in it! Hit http://patreon.com/stories to support the show :)
The thrilling conclusion to the sage of Amazing Grace! Listen now and don't forget to support the show at Patreon.com/stories
A schoolyard artist, a schoolyard bully, a magic piece of chalk, and a very real T-Rex. This week's contemporary fairy tale is full of fun, danger, and magic. Safe for kids of all ages, but the T-Rex roar can be a little scary :). Support the show at http://p…
In the tradition of Shel Silverstein, here's a fun poem about deciding what you want to be when you grow up!
A young man is shipwrecked in the middle of the Pacific ocean. He finds himself saved by an unlikely creature, one with long coral hair and a shiny...fin. Subscribe and leave us a review on itunes!
Goats, trolls, and some serious gruff. Listen to our take on this classic Norwegian fairy tale! To support the show, visit http://patreon.com/stories
Who will win in the great race between the tortoise in the hare? Place your bets, and then listen here to find out! To support the show, visit http://patreon.com/stories
An Irish take on the Goose Who Laid the Golden Egg, just in time for St. Patrick's Day. Enjoy the new version of the classic tale told in rhyming couplets! To support the show, visit http://patreon.com/stories
This week, for Black History Month, we bring you the Legend of John Henry. It's one of our favorite stories and we hope you'll love it too. To support the show, please go to Http://patreon.com/stories
Making shoes can be tough work, but we all get by with a little help from our handy, tiny, magical friends! Support the show at http://patreon.com/stories.
It's another new twist on an old fairy tale classic. We can't tell you which, it will ruin the surprise! Support the show at patreon.com/stories.
This week, we want to tell you the story about the origin of Hanukkah. This is a story from the Jewish Faith, and it's well loved all around the world. We hope you like it!
This week, we want to tell you the story about the origin of Christmas. This is a story from the Christian Faith, but it’s cultural impact on the world at large cannot be overstated. So, whether you’re religious or not, there are things to learn and enjoy in t…
A new story that deals with how we see ourselves, what we are, and what we wish we could be. Give a listen and support our show at storiespodcast.com or patreon.com/stories!
Hungry kids, hungry witches, houses made of candy and charming songs. Listen to our version of the family classic Hansel and Gretel, and support our show at storiespodcast.com or patreon.com/stories!
A mighty lion and a humble mouse. They're very different, but that doesn't mean one is better than the other. Listen to our take on this classic tale for fun songs and a big heart.
One little girl, a handful of pumpkin seeds, and some halloween magic. Listen to the episode now and support us by going to patreon.com/stories!
This week we tell you a spin on the classic story of the ugly duckling. Remember everyone, beauty is only feather deep! Support the show on patreon.com/stories or goplaypretend.com
This week we have the classic cautionary tale. You can cry wolf all you want, but what happens when you come face to face with the real thing? Support the show on patreon.com/stories or goplaypretend.com
One has been working all year saving up food for the winter. The other is a grasshopper. Learn the value of hard work and foresight in our version of this classic fable, and support the show by going to patreon.com/stories or GoPlayPretend.com.
Listen to this episode featuring the classic Three Little Pigs or we'll huff and we'll puff and we'll blow your house down :). And check out GoPlayPretend.com for all your kids' clothes and toys!
Some porridge is too hot, some porridge isn't hot enough! It's the classic tale of happy mediums this week when we bring you Goldilocks and the Three Bears.
The classic tale of the Velveteen Rabbit. Before Woody and Buzz of Toy Story, there was a wise old Skin Horse and a Rabbit that just wanted to be loved...and to become real. Animals, Scarlet Fever, Fairies, this story has it all.
Max Goodname is back in action! This time, the king wants to send the young knight (and his wizard pal Wallace Q. Wallace) up against the dreaded Basilisk. Along the way, they'll meet up with their cleric friend, Corly Anders, and maybe make a few new friends …
The Dread Dragon Drogogard is terrorizing princes and destroying castles, and only the Tooth Fairy Dentina can save the day. A followup to the wildly popular "Secret Origins of the Tooth Fairy."
Hexacorns are being poached, and the town of Majico2 has called in Amazing Grace Green to help bring the poachers to justice and save the wild Hexacorns. They've tried to scare her out of town but Grace doesn't scare easy. Make sure you listen to Amazing Grace…
Deep in the Lillywood, past the Frog Pond and the Unicorn Valley, there is a magical tree named LeCree. Inside of her branches, lives a magical race of Fairies dedicated to protecting the forest. This is a simple and soothing bedtime story, perfect for younger…
Sophia is a snowflake who falls from the sky on a blustery February day. When she lands on the lawn of a neighborhood boy, she calls on her big family to do him a big favor.
In the black depths of space, where star ships travel faster than the law, there is a new and wild frontier. Colonists settle strange planets, pirates smuggle exotic goods, and bold heroes eke out livings with the sweat of their brows and the triggers of their…
Today we bring you another interesting animal origin story from Rudyard Kipling, the author of the Jungle Book. How did the Camel get his hump? We have the answers in the form of this unique, vocabulary-enhancing just-so story.
Have you ever wondered where the Tooth Fairy got her start? Why does she pay for old teeth and where does she get all that money anyway? We have the answers in this charming fairy tale.
Today we bring you an interesting animal origin story from Rudyard Kipling, the author of the Jungle Book. How did whales get so big? Where did their big whale throats come from? We have the answers in the form of this unique, vocabulary-enhancing just-so stor…
Joshua is a young ball with big dreams. Will he grow up to be dunked through a hoop or kicked through the uprights like he dreams, or will he have a different, more special fate.
The ancient Greeks believed that winter was brought on by a kidnapping and a sorrowful tale of unrequited love between gods and mortals. It may not be true, but that doesn't stop it from being an awesome story!
This week we bring your the classic Christmas poem by Clement Clarke Moore. It's the perfect thing to play while your little mice are stirring from all the Christmas excitement. Enjoy!
This version contains parts I and II of our story "The Magic Armor–a Max Goodname Tale." In it, a young squire named Max dreams of knighthood, and he won't let a little thing like having no armor bring him down. In his way stand some of the best warriors in th…
The grand finale of The Magic Armor. With the help of Wallace Q. Wallace, Max finally gets his chance to joust. Will he prove his skill and win his knighthood? There's only one way to find out!
A young squire named Max Goodname dreams of knighthood, and he won't let a little thing like having no armor bring him down. In his way stand some of the best warriors in the realm, but with a crafty wizard and a beautiful cleric in his corner, he just may hav…
Peter Rabbit and his sister Penny venture into Mr. McGregor's Garden. Will the two naughty little rabbits make it out, or will they end up in a rabbit pie?
Our take on the classic tale of the fairest maiden herself, Snow White, inspired by the Brothers Grimm. Beautiful princesses, evil witches, an unlikely hero...and seven more smaller unlikely heroes. What more could you want?
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