The Apple Seed

Stories included in this episode:

Anthony Burcher

Story 1: Sunday Dinner

Teller: Anthony Burcher

Site: www.anthonyburcher.com

Notes: Anthony remembers his grandparents and the quintessential parts of his childhood.

Dolores Hydock

Story 2: Putting Down New Roots

Teller: Dolores Hydock

Site: www.storypower.org

Notes: Dolores travels to the place where her family's American history started: Ellis Island.

photo © American Folklore Class

Dr. Jill Rudy, of the BYU English Department, brings her American Folklore Class to join us in Studio 6 to share stories of people who made a difference in their lives. Hear stories of brave ancestors and smart relatives, the charity of strangers, quick thinkers, and other every day heroes who exhibit courage in thoughtful acts of kindness and wisdom.

photo © Sam Payne & Donald Davis

This episode of The Apple Seed features the stories of Donald Davis, master storyteller beloved throughout the United States and around the world. In this episode, Donald regales tales of a mischievous childhood and joins our host, Sam Payne, in the studio for a truly insightful interview.

To find more of Donald's work and to learn more about him, visit his website here: www.ddavisstoryteller.com.

Stories included in this episode:

Heather Forest

Story 1: The Magic Brocade

Teller: Heather Forest

Site: www.heatherforest.com

Notes: A Chinese fairy tale about weaving and wisdom.

Alton Chung

Story 2: The Luminous Pearl

Teller: Alton Chung

Site: www.altonchung.com

Notes: Twin brothers set out on a quest to win the hand of the daughter of the Dragon King.

Motoko

Story 3: Kang Ding Love Story

Teller: Motoko

Site: motoko.folktales.net

Notes: A story based on a popular traditional Chinese love song from the Kangding, Sichuan Province.

Jill Lamede

Story 4: The Empty Pot

Teller: Jill Lamede

Site: www.lamede.com

Notes: The Emperor of China is looking for an heir, and wants put his potential successors to the test.

Judy Lubin

Story 5: Lu Helps a Dragon

Teller: Judy Lubin

Site: www.storytellermagic.com

Notes: Lu loses his family’s fortune, and but earns other riches on his long journey home.

Stories included in this episode:

Alton Chung

Story 1: The Twice Saved Life

Teller: Alton Chung

Site: www.altonchung.com

Notes: A story from World War II about mercy, compassion, and doing what's right.

Laura Simms

Story 2: She-Goat

Teller: Laura Simms

Site: www.laurasimms.com

Notes: Once upon a time, there was a girl and her goat.

Joan Stockbridge

Story 3: Manjiro

Teller: Joan Stockbridge

Site: www.joanstockbridge.com

Notes: The story of Nakahama Manjir?, one of the first Japanese people to visit the United States and an important figure during the Opening of Japan.

Pete Griffin

Story 4: You'll Never Take Me Alive

Teller: Pete Griffin

Site: www.thestorytellingranger.com

Notes: A story of growing up in Michigan, parking violations, respect, and humor.

Sheila Arnold

Story 5: Simon and Susannah

Teller: Sheila Arnold

Site: www.mssheila.org

Notes: Simon faces challenges while trying to win the hand of Susannah, and with a little magic, he just might...

Stories and interviews included in this episode:

Story: George Washington and the Cherry Tree

Teller: Mark Binder

Website: markbinder.com

Notes: A children's version of a popular presidential fable.

Story: George and Martha Washington

Teller: Lynn Ruehlmann

Website: www.cascadingstories.com

Notes: A story about our first president and his wife, from the point of view of Martha's friend.

Story: Thomas Jefferson

Teller: Lynn Ruehlmann

Website: www.cascadingstories.com

Notes: In this story, we spend a little time with the Jeffersons and their daughter, Patsy.

Interview: Darci Tucker

Site: americanlives.net

Notes: Darci, who in addition to her work in Williamsburg, also produces and performs interactive pieces about American history. She was kind enough to drop by the studio to talk about her line of work and love of history.

Story: Thanksgiving Day Proclamation

Teller: Ron Fredrickson

Notes: This piece, performed for KBYU Radio, is the text of Abraham Lincoln's Thanksgiving Day Proclamation.

Story: A Remarkably Normal Presidential Inauguration

Teller: Allison Downey

Website: allisondowney.com

Notes: A thoughtful commentary from the second inauguration of our current president.

It's Valentine's Week at The Apple Seed, and we've been airing heart-warming stories of love and romance. Today's stories, however, might just stop your heart. Everyone loves stories about love, but on Friday the 13th, you oughta be careful what you wish for...

Stories included in this episode:

Story 1: Date at the Heber Creeper

Teller: Christa Cutler

\*\*Notes: \*\*A truly harrowing tale of a date gone wrong.

Makena Bauss

Story 2: Nightmare on North Canyon Road

Teller: Makena Bauss

\*\*Notes:\*\* A cringe-worthy encounter with a suitor from our assistant producer, Makena.

Linda Goodman

Story 3: Jessie

Teller: Linda Goodman

Site: www.lindagoodmanstoryteller.com

Notes: A little girl grows up with the man of her dreams on her mind, but she learns quickly to be careful what you wish.

Donna Washington

Story 4: Mr. Fox

Teller: Donna Washington

Site: www.dlwstoryteller.com

Notes: An adaptation of a classically terrifying tale that teaches all that glitters is not gold.

It's Valentine's Week at The Apple Seed, so we've collected a heart-melting mix of love stories to help everyone prepare for Cupid's arrow. On this episode, you'll hear stories of Love Gone Right from Kevin Kling, Barry Stewart Mann, and Dolores Hydock. The Apple Seed team also explored the world of matchmaking in our very own Dating Game-type segment. Pictured below are members of The Apple Seed team and our contestants.

The Dating Game

From left to right: Host Sam Payne, assistant producer Deidrene Crisanto, Drew Allen, Carter Monson, Allison Reid, Joel Eliason, assistant producer André Marques, Brock Dunyon, assistant producer Makena Bauss, and producer Andy Bay.

Stories included in this episode:

Kevin Kling

Story 1: Valentine

Teller: Kevin Kling

Site: www.kevinkling.com

Notes: A look into the intricacies of finding the perfect Valentine's Day greeting.

Barry Stewart Mann

Story 2: The Pace of Youth

Teller: Barry Stewart Mann

Site: www.barrystewartmann.com

Notes: Young love at a carnival as seen through this Stephen Crane short story.

The Apple Seed

The Dating Game: Allison, Drew, Brock, Carter, and Joel join us in the studio for The Apple Seed's very first attempt at match-making through storytelling.

Dolores Hydock

Story 3: Most of What I Know About True Love

Teller: Dolores Hydock

Site: www.storypower.org

Notes: True love means many things.

In honor of Valentine's Day, the Apple Seed team has collected a heart-melting mix of stories for the week. On today's episode, Conversation Hearts, we have a mixture of stories that have a lot to say about love.

Stories included in this episode:

Motoko with Eshu Bumpus

Story 1: The Love Story Of Takeda

Teller: Motoko & Eshu Bumpus

Site: www.folktales.net

Notes: Motoko is joined by Eshu Bumpus in this story of love, friendship, and family.

Ed Stivender

Story 2: The Man in the Moon in Love

Teller: Ed Stivender

Site: edstivender.com

Notes: A story of brotherly love.

Laurie Haupt

Story 3: The story of Chris Keenan's first date shows that first impressions aren't everything.

Teller: Chris Keenan, friend of The Apple Seed

Laurie Haupt

Story 4 : Laurie's parents' love story is all about timing.

Teller: Laurie Haupt, friend of The Apple Seed

Bill Harley

Story 5: Monster Valentine

Teller: Bill Harley

Site: www.billharley.com

Notes: Finding the perfect Valentine for your elementary school friends.

Kim Weitkamp

Story 6: \*\*Love on the First Floor

Teller: \*\*Kim Weitkamp\*\*Site:\*\* www.kimweitkamp.com\*\*

Notes: \*\*Love comes in many forms in many stages of life.

In honor of Valentine's Day, the Apple Seed team has collected a heart-melting mix of stories for the week. On today's episode, Traditional Love Tuesday, we have a mix of classic love stories that have stood the test of time. 

Stories included in this episode:

Simon Brooks

Story 1: The Story Untold, The Song Unsung

Teller: Simon Brooks

Site: www.diamondscree.com

Notes: A story of forgiveness.

Brendan Nolan

Story 2: The Dream of Aengus

Teller: Beth Horner

Site: www.brendannolan.ie

Notes: A true-to-form Irish love story about Aengus, the god of love and poetry.

Heather Forest

Story 3: Janet and Tamlin

Teller: Heather Forest

Site: www.heatherforest.com

Notes: A story about a spritely maid and her true love.

Bob Reiser

Story 4: Lula and Telal

Teller: Bob Reiser

Site: www.bobtales.com

Notes: A young man learns that true love isn't a trap or a game.

Regi Carpenter

Story 5: Woman of the Sea

Teller: Regi Carpenter

Site: soaringstories.com

Notes: A clash of cultures drives the plot of this beautiful selkie story.