Join us for our season finale! Bil Lepp and Sheila Arnold tell stories that bring light to the little things. Discover the strength of little things.

(1:42) Bil Lepp tells us how he got the idea for his picture book "The King of Little Things"

(3:04) "The King of Little Things" - Bil Lepp tells a story, reminding us that when we are content with our collection of little things, we will have so much more than we ever thought possible.

(11:07) Sam tells a story about a time when he learned how impactful a pinhead-size drop of oil could be.

(15:20) "The Deluge" - Sheila Arnold tells a story about the gifts we may be overlooking when we talk over the littlest voices.

We'll be back with season 7 of The Apple Seed after a 5 week hiatus--a great time to catch up on any episodes you missed or re-listen to your favorites. Great stories can change your world. What stories and memories were sparked for you and who will you share them with? Hosted by storyteller Sam Payne. A production of BYUradio.

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:03:07 - "The King of Little Things" by Bil Lepp

00:15:24 - "The Deluge" by Sheila Arnold

Join us as Angela Lloyd and Paul Strickland, from live recordings in the Apple Seed Studio, tell stories about finding happiness in unassuming places. As we share laughs, good company, and show a little empathy, we might find more stories about happiness in our lives than we could ever imagine.

(1:26) "The Ragged Peddler" - Angela Lloyd tells a story of how a peddler comes to a town to sell goods, and yet had nothing to sell.

(10:07) Sam shares a story about finding happiness in his own backyard.

(14:07) "The Eulogy of Melvin V. Odroit" - Paul Strickland tells a story about all the lessons one could teach on how to embrace life where you are at, no matter the skills you may (or may not) have. In the end, one of the greatest happinesses is being in love.

Great stories can change your world. What stories and memories were sparked for you and who will you share them with? Hosted by storyteller Sam Payne. A production of BYUradio.

Key Words: Joy, Storyteller, Service, Empathy, Present, Family, Happiness, Loss, Lessons, Laughter, Stories, Storytelling, Curiosity

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:00:40 - "The Ragged Peddler"

00:14:09 - "The Eulogy of Melvin V. Odroit" by Paul Strickland

Join us as Simon Brooks, Motoko, and Josh Goforth, from live recordings in the Apple Seed Studio, tell stories about true love, and the individual process each love story must go through.

(1:57) "Hoja Seeks a Wife" - Simon Brooks tells a Middle Eastern story about a foolish wiseman's attempt to picking the perfect wife.

(6:25) Sam shares a story about a conversation with his son who was lonely. He wanted a "Sam-wise" friend.

(10:35) "The Crane Wife" - Motoko tells a classic Japanese folktale turned ballad about the beauty of love, trust, and keeping promises, but also about how a man's mistake can swiftly hurt him.

(19:57) "I Love You for Who You Are" - Josh Goforth shares a song that reminds us of the joy we find in loving others and the gift it is to be loved for who we are.

Great stories can change your world. What stories and memories were sparked for you and who will you share them with? Hosted by storyteller Sam Payne. A production of BYUradio.

Key Words: Marriage, Wife, Husband, Joy, Storyteller, Ballad, Love, Family, Musical, Stories, Storytelling, Folktale, Mistakes, Promises

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:10:45 - "The Crane Wife" by Motoko and Eshu Bumps

Join us as Donald Davis and Kevin Kling, from live recordings in the Apple Seed Studio, tell stories about parenting mishaps, tricky kids, and the situations we can get into as we do our best to parent.

(1:05) "Molasses Revenge" - Donald Davis tells a personal story about generational mischief and super sticky stuff.

(16:23) Sam shares a story of the annual making of fresh apple cider with his neighbors and kids.

(20:23) "The Good Mother" - Kevin Kling tells a story about a young girl that moves to town and meets a boy. But more importantly, she meets his mom.

Great stories can change your world. What stories and memories were sparked for you and who will you share them with? Hosted by storyteller Sam Payne. A production of BYUradio.

Key Words: Messy, Parents, Father, Mother, Compassion, Family, Accidents, Children, Stories, Mistakes, Forgiveness, Community

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:28 - "Molasses Revenge" by Donald Davis

Join us as Kevin Kling and Josh Goforth, from live recordings in the Apple Seed Studio, tell stories about their family and ancestors. We are reminded through these stories of the different aspects of our lives that are possible because of those who came before us.

(1:01) "Grandpa's Stars" - Kevin Kling tells a story that recounts a glimpse into Kling's fix-it, farmer grandpa that taught him astronomy among many other things through family stories.

(8:17) Sam shares a story of when a woman from Argentina inspired him to live more in the moment.

(12:02) "My Ancestors" - Josh Goforth tells about his great-grandparents and neighbors and shares two traditional songs, "The Boatman" and "Sally Goodin.'" His stories and songs are full of the antics and strength that come from the stories and resilience of our own ancestors.

Great stories can change your world. What stories and memories were sparked for you and who will you share them with? Hosted by storyteller Sam Payne. A production of BYUradio.

Key Words: Neighbors, Storyteller, Ancestors, Appalachian, Present, Family, Stars, Stories, Grandparents, Storytelling

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:00:42 - Grandpa's Stars

Join us as Angela Lloyd and Shonaleigh, from live recordings in the Apple Seed Studio, share stories for the sleepers and the dreamers. These stories can go beyond bedtime, and they find their way into our day-to-day lives.

(1:02) "Thorn Rosa" - Angela Lloyd tells an Appalachian version of the story of Sleeping Beauty, but as a song performed with auto harp.

(10:23) Sam shares a story about his personal connection to traditional stories and his love of sharing and discussing them with the people he loves.

(14: 48) Angela Lloyd performs a medley on her souped-up washboard.

(20:03) "The Haunted Necklace" - Shonaleigh tells a story of how it takes a village to do many things, and the joy we can bring to others as we create and write pieces of the story of our village together.

Great stories can change your world. What stories and memories were sparked for you and who will you share them with? Hosted by storyteller Sam Payne. A production of BYUradio.

Key Words: Bedtime Stories, Teamwork, Storyteller, Fairytale, Appalachian, Family, Musical, Stories, Storytelling, Ghosts

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:08 - "Thorn Rosa" by Angela Lloyd

00:19:15 - "The Haunted Necklace" by Shonaleigh

Join us as Noa Baum and Dolores Hydock, from live recordings in the Apple Seed Studio, tell stories about the strangeness of parents, but the memories they give us to tell as stories for years and years.

(1:10) "Love Comes in Strange Packages" - Noa Baum tells a story about her parents' love for her as she reflects on the different sacrifices they make for their daughter as they journey to America.

(9:57) Sam shares a story about his grandfather, who was more than just his hard exterior, and how Sam learned that love shows up in many different ways.

(14:10) "Reincarnated as a Cat" - Dolores Hydock tells a story about her mother's presence, and the strange coincidences that are part of being a plan B of survival.

Great stories can change your world. What stories and memories were sparked for you and who will you share them with? Hosted by storyteller Sam Payne. A production of BYUradio.

Key Words: Sacrifice, Parents, Father, Mother, Journey, Plan, Love, Family, Protective, Stories, America

Join us as Motoko and Andy Offutt Irwin, from live recordings in the Apple Seed Studio, tell stories about time. Whether it literally goes missing, or it just moves too fast, stories help us rewind and remember because we always want more time.

(1:05) "Urashima the Fisherman" - Motoko tells a story based on a popular Japanese folktale, a fisherman is given a gift, but did not understand what the cost would be.

(18:19) Sam shares a reflection on the passing of time and how it can play tricks on us. If we could, what would we say to ourselves at different moments in our lives?

(23:03) "The Light Went Away" - Andy Offutt Irwin tells a story and lullaby sparked from a kindergartener's idea about nighttime. Time might slip through our fingers, but the moments become memories, stories just waiting to be shared (or sung).

Great stories can change your world. What stories and memories were sparked for you and who will you share them with? Hosted by storyteller Sam Payne. A production of BYUradio.

Join us as Simon Brooks and Charlotte Blake Alston, from live recordings in the Apple Seed Studio, tell stories about dependability upon those around us, and the stories that can be told when it comes to trusting ourselves, too.

(00:57) "King March's Ears" - Simon Brooks tells a story of secrets, haircuts, and the relief of being yourself.

(11:07) Sam shares a story of a time when he learned he could count on his dad.

(14:39) "How Raccoon Got His Dinner" - Charlotte Blake Alston tells a story reminding us of the wisdom of our elders, and the truths they speak should be heard. Sometimes, we might learn a thing or two form the stories they have to tell us.

 

Great stories can change your world. What stories and memories were sparked for you and who will you share them with? Hosted by storyteller Sam Payne. A production of BYUradio.

Key Words: Dependable, Individuality, Raccoon, Compassion, Family, Confidence, Royalty, King, Hope, Stories, Trouble, Trust, Trickster, Wisdom

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:01 - King March's Ears

00:14:50 - "How Raccoon Got His Dinner" by Charlotte Blake Alston

Join us as Sheila Arnold and Paul Strickland, from live storytelling recordings in the Apple Seed Studio, advise us through stories to making time to really see those around us, listen to their stories, and make room for growth.

(00:59) "Mission Trip" - Sheila Arnold tells a personal story recollecting on the changes that occurred during her time in Vietnam while interacting with kids and adults alike.

(13:04) Sam shares a story of a neighbor boy who Sam had misunderstood.

(15:55) "The Bookhead Boy" - Paul Strickland tells a seemingly far-fetched story about a boy and his journey to read a story no one was interested in.

Great stories can change your world. What stories and memories were sparked for you and who will you share them with? Hosted by storyteller Sam Payne. A production of BYUradio.

Key Words: Books, Communication, Service, Compassion, Family, Stories, Kids, Storytelling, Growth, Community, Change

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:02 - "Mission Trip" by Sheila Arnold

00:16:51 - "The Bookhead Boy" by Paul Strickland