Gather your family to listen to stories about how kindness is powerful in every size.

(1:00) "Aunt Esther Learns to Drive" - Donald Davis shares stories about parking meters, cellar stairs, and test drives, each connected by the laughter and kindness that helps us share in life's little mishaps.

(15:45) Sam Payne remembers his father's kindness when he drove a stick shift for the first time.

(20:07) "Jade Hummingbird" / "Colibri de Jade" - Jasmin Cardenas tells the story of the part even the smallest of creatures can play in preserving our beautiful planet.

Stories bring us together, and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne.

Key words: stories, storytelling, storyteller, family,

Gather your family to listen to stories about how, by weathering trials and time, resilient love puts us back together.

(00:57) "Love is a Rodeo" - Kevin Kling tells a story about how the love worth waiting for won't just watch your best efforts, but will pull right along with you.

(16:22) Sam Payne tells a story about the innovative way Sam's mom helped him to learn to read.

(20:41) "The Cowtail Switch" - Charlotte Blake Alston tells the story of a father and four sons, and how no one is ever gone as long as they are remembered.

Stories bring us together, and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne.

Key words: stories, storytelling, storyteller, family,

Gather your family to listen to stories about how a handyman can come in all shapes and surprises.

(1:04) "Braswell Cleans Tombstones" - Andy Offutt Irwin tells a story about his ambitious friend, Braswell, who, with his Pontiac and a pressure hose, lends a hand in more ways than one.

(15:49) Sam Payne tells a story someone in the background showing up to help.

(19:21) "The Dryer Story" - Bil Lepp tells a story about the funny frustrations of cheap, DIY home repairs.

Stories bring us together, and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne.

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Gather your family to listen to stories about how, no matter how wild the catastrophe, the story can always get sillier.

(1:05) "Silly Jack" - Debs Newbold tells the story of an exasperated wife who is reminded that, silly as a loved one may be, there are sillier people yet to meet.

(18:06) Sam Payne tells a story about his first appearance in a play, and of a conversation with his dad that taught him that no one is alone in how they feel.

(23:40) "Dranjo Man" - Tim Lowry tells the story of how, when childhood mischief takes a turn, the unlikely duo of mom and vacuum can save the day.

Stories bring us together, and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne.

Key words: stories, storytelling, storyteller, family, silly, tall tale, Jack tales, marriage, mistakes, love, mischief, mother, mom, childhood

Gather your family to listen to stories about enviable treats and the lengths some hungry youngsters will go to for them.

(00:52) "Mrs. Lunchroom Lady" - Bill Harley tells a story of his elementary school cafeteria, where even pricier than friends and first servings are...the hot bread 'n butter sandwiches.

(16:27) Sam Payne tells a story about memorable characters that helped at his elementary school.

(21:00) "Anansi and the Dancing Granny" - Bobby Norfolk tells a story based on the West African tradition of Anansi the spider. Never underestimate a granny (generous as she may be) with a garden to lose.

Stories bring us together, and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne.

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Gather your family to listen to a bonus feature of original stories told by members of National Youth Storytelling, and recorded live in the Apple Seed studios.

(1:42) "Candy House Witch" - Claire Burnham tells an adaptation of "Hansel and Gretel" that sheds some light on a misunderstood perspective--the evil witch herself!

(8:57) "Texas Tall Tale" - Rebekah Garcia combines personal experience with classic tall tale in a story about weathering storms and facing your fears.

(16:28) "Rainbow Crow" - Cohen Botkin shares a creatively adapted creation myth about the origins of fire and the brave bird that brought it.

(23:16) "One Wish" - Elsie Parkinson tells a clever story about gratitude and gifts, but especially about the rewards of kindness.

Stories bring us together, and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne.

Key words: Stories, storytelling, storyteller, family, bonus, NYS, National Youth Storytelling, youth, children, folktale, adaptation, original, myth, tall tale, courage

Gather your family to listen to stories about a couple playful plots that both end in funerals...and a whole lot of fun.

(00:58) "Raised on Hose Water" - Bil Lepp tells his rip-roaring tale about water bars, stolen goats, and a veritable mine of brewing mischief.

(15:25) Sam Payne shares memories about his community park's drinking fountain.

(19:25) "Anansi and the Pot" - Donna Washington shares a West African story of Anansi, a precursor to Brer Rabbit, and his philosophy that a good bit of cleverness can get you anywhere.

Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne.

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Gather your family to listen to stories about appreciating the tale behind every experience and the world behind every person.

(1:07) "People I Meet" - Kim Weitkamp shares poignant recollections of asking for the stories that individuals everywhere are hoping to give.

(11:11) Sam Payne tells a story about the connection his son made with elderly neighbors.

(14:55) "Milo's Tune" - Bill Harley tells a story and a song inspired by Norton Juster's "The Phantom Tollbooth." This is a story about hearing colors and embracing new worlds.

Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne.

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Gather your family to listen to stories about big and little acts of redemption.

(1:03) "Elijah's Menorah" - Shonaleigh shares a tale about the beautiful promise of redemption--all in good time.

(11:50) Sam Payne tells a story about one of his last visits to his grandmother's bedside, and a special something of hers he was asked to choose.

(16:41) "Ixchel and the Dragonflies" - Carolina tells a fanciful Mayan legend about the sun, the storms, and the moon--and the lifeforce that surpassed them all.

Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne.

Key words: Stories, storytelling, storyteller, family, Mayan, legend, folktale, goddess, gods, sun, storm, moon, moonlight, abuelo, dragonflies, fantasy, Jewish, beauty, menorah, light, candles, angels, heaven, guidance

(1:03) Memories of year-round kindness with the hosts of BYUradio's podcasts - Part 1, featuring stories of teacher appreciation, anonymous givers, and prayers near and far.

(14:01) Memories of year-round kindness with the hosts of BYUradio's podcasts - Part 2, featuring stories of shoveled driveways, community teamwork, and a Tim Tam slam.

(31:38) Sam sings his original Christmas song "Stars," about the lights we see closest to us that guide us home.

(36:25) Lisa and the "Council of Elves" share the secret of holiday giving and the fun of thoughtful anonymity.

(47:18) BYU Radio hosts join in the Christmas reading of Luke 2.

(49:58) The BYU Radio family sings the beloved carol, "Silent Night".

Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers. Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne.