The Apple Seed

Ever wonder why there's animosity between dogs and cats. Well, David Hold and Bill Mooney will explain everything in a story called "Why the Dog Chases the Cat". Sam is joined in the studio by Rachel Wadham.

In today’s episode, we’re thinking about animals. Stories about animals working together are at the heart of so many of the world’s tales, we thought we’d spend an hour bringing you a few. First, you’ll hear an Italian folk tale called “Mezzi Gallo,” about a rooster and his ragged band of cast-off animal companions who face off against a mean ol’ wolf. You’ll hear a bit of Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book — that portion of the book in which the wolf council wrestles with the decision of whether the baby Mowgli will be allowed to stay with them. You’ll hear a story called “Run!” from Lyn Ford — a story she’ll introduce as a favorite animal story of hers. It draws on a lot of different storytelling traditions and characters, and Lyn Ford brings it to life in her inimitable playful style. You’ll even hear a conversation with Steven Kapp Perry (long-time musician and music lover, and host of In Good Faith on BYU Radio) about a favorite song, and an entry in the Radio Family Journal about Sam’s brother, who gets a gig feeding a barn cat while the cat’s human is away on vacation.

In today’s episode, we’re thinking about animals. Stories about animals working together are at the heart of so many of the world’s tales, we thought we’d spend an hour bringing you a few. First, you’ll hear an Italian folk tale called “Mezzi Gallo,” about a rooster and his ragged band of cast-off animal companions who face off against a mean ol’ wolf. You’ll hear a bit of Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book — that portion of the book in which the wolf council wrestles with the decision of whether the baby Mowgli will be allowed to stay with them. You’ll hear a story called “Run!” from Lyn Ford — a story she’ll introduce as a favorite animal story of hers. It draws on a lot of different storytelling traditions and characters, and Lyn Ford brings it to life in her inimitable playful style. You’ll even hear a conversation with Steven Kapp Perry (long-time musician and music lover, and host of In Good Faith on BYU Radio) about a favorite song, and an entry in the Radio Family Journal about Sam’s brother, who gets a gig feeding a barn cat while the cat’s human is away on vacation.

The desire to compete seems embedded in humanity, which is perhaps why our folklore cannon is filled to the brim with contests, games, and tournaments. At the center of these tales is a question we all ask ourselves at some point or another: What is strength? Or maybe, more specifically, what are my strengths? Today, we’re going to listen to a collection of tournament tales that we hope gives you a variety of answers: in some way or another, each of these tales redefine what strength is. Is it physical prowess? Or is it wisdom? Cunning? Integrity? Join us in listening to Motoko, Heather Forest, Cathryn Fairlee, and Laura Bobrow as they bring us tales of boundless strength in all its forms.

 

 

On today’s episode, enjoy the following:

Radio Family Journal: Incredible Hulk

Daily Mix: Paul Ricks introduces “When You Reach Me”

Story Spotlight: “Boundless Strength” by Motoko on The Promise of Chrysanthemums

Storytime:

“The Sun and the Wind” by Heather Forest on Songspinner

“Fionn TirnanOg” by Cathryn Fairlee

“Pounce and Grab” by Laura Bobrow on I Wrote These for You

The desire to compete seems embedded in humanity, which is perhaps why our folklore cannon is filled to the brim with contests, games, and tournaments. At the center of these tales is a question we all ask ourselves at some point or another: What is strength? Or maybe, more specifically, what are my strengths? Today, we’re going to listen to a collection of tournament tales that we hope gives you a variety of answers: in some way or another, each of these tales redefine what strength is. Is it physical prowess? Or is it wisdom? Cunning? Integrity? Join us in listening to Motoko, Heather Forest, Cathryn Fairlee, and Laura Bobrow as they bring us tales of boundless strength in all its forms.

On today’s episode, enjoy the following:

Radio Family Journal: Incredible Hulk

Daily Mix: Paul Ricks introduces “When You Reach Me”

Story Spotlight: “Boundless Strength” by Motoko on The Promise of Chrysanthemums

Storytime:

“The Sun and the Wind” by Heather Forest on Songspinner

“Fionn TirnanOg” by Cathryn Fairlee

“Pounce and Grab” by Laura Bobrow on I Wrote These for You

Sometimes we don't realize how capable we are until we simply try. That's the message at the heart of today's BITE, which features a story by Charlotte Blake-Alston entitled, "The Ant and the Crumb". Sam is joined in the studio by Colton Soelberg.

Sometimes we don't realize how capable we are until we simply try. That's the message at the heart of today's BITE, which features a story by Charlotte Blake-Alston entitled, "The Ant and the Crumb". Sam is joined in the studio by Colton Soelberg.

Tellers and Stories

Tellers and Stories

Traveling is sometimes seen as something that only people with extra time and money are able to do but this isn’t completely true. Traveling can come in all sorts of ways whether that means traveling on a study abroad, traveling across countries or simply driving to a nearby lake, each one can bring about rare adventures. This can mean meeting someone new to connect with while wandering a foreign city, gathering a new skill, or simply learning an important lesson, traveling can act as a catalyst for some of the most interesting stories of our lives. We can use these stories and share them with those around us to help educate and entertain one another because “the journey of a thousand miles begins under your feet.”

 

On today’s episode, enjoy the following:

Radio Family Journal: Sketchbook

Daily Mix: “Jeff Simpson” discusses “Lars and the Real Girl”

Story Spotlight: “The Monster Stick’s Last Ride” by Bill Lepp in Buck Meets the Monster Stick (10:51)

Storytime:

“California Dreamin’” by Doug Elliott in Looking for America (7:51)

 

“In Search of Charles Dickens” by Lani Peterson in Stories Within (14:40)