Welcome to The Apple Seed! Some time filled with stories for you and your family. Since 2013 we’ve been bringing you tall tales, personal tales, fairy tales, historical tales and more. All kinds of tales, from all kinds of tellers.

We meet all kinds of heroes in the storytelling world. Some of these heroes succeed because they can wield a sword, fight dragons, outwit wizards or trick giants. But while these skills are admirable, there are just as many heroes whose true skill is showing kindness. Kindness gets heroes out of all kinds of scrapes, and today we’re sharing stories where it is kindness that saves our characters from destruction. You'll hear “Baucis and Philemon,” based on the story of the classic Greek myth, retold to you today by Barbara McBride-Smith. And you’ll hear an African folk tale from Charlotte Blake-Alston, the story of a young girl whose kindness saves her on a journey across the world, called “Yaru, Yaatu, Sutura, Mun.” It’s kindness that really saves the day on today’s episode of the Apple Seed!

On today’s episode, enjoy the following:

“Baucis and Philemon” by Barbara McBride-Smith from Yeee Gods! (3:00)

The Daily Mix: "The Love Boat" with Lisa Valentine Clark (18:47)

“Yaru, Yaatu, Sutura, Mun” by Charlotte Blake-Alston from What Little Girls are Made Of (34:40)

Welcome to The Apple Seed! Some time just about every day filled with stories for you and your family. If you’re new to the show then you should know that when you tune in to The Apple Seed you’re going to hear tall tales, personal tales, fairy tales, historical tales and more. All kinds of tales, from all kinds of tellers. On today’s episode of The Apple Seed, you'll hear a couple of Biblical tales, each with their own unique twist. You know, we always say that we hope the stories we feature on the show spark memories for you that you can share with the people you love. That’s been our mission since the show began in 2013, and we hope to spark many more memories for you for years to come.

On today’s episode, enjoy the following:

“David the Dancin’ Boy” by Ed Stivender from Classics Revisited (1:40)

Radio Family Journal: “Recording Session" by Sam Payne (10:04)

“A Tale of Jerusalem and Tokyo” by Joel ben Izzy from Stories From Far Away (17:09)

Welcome to The Apple Seed! Some time just about every day filled with stories for you and your family. We always hope the stories we feature on the show spark memories for you that you can share with the people you love. That’s been our mission since the show began in 2013, and we hope to spark many more memories for you for years to come. If you’re new to the show then you should know that when you tune in to The Apple Seed you’re going to hear tall tales, personal tales, fairy tales, historical tales and more. All kinds of tales, from all kinds of tellers, including Stephanie Beneteau, Antonio Sacre, Odds Bodkin, Dan Keding, Bobby Norfolk, Dolores Hydock, Donald Davis, Diane Edgecomb, Diane Ferlatte, and Bill Harley.

On today’s episode, enjoy the following:

“Maternal Instinct” by Allison Downey from Allison Downey a selection of stories and songs (1:58)

Radio Family Journal: "The Doldrums" by Sam Payne (15:16)

“The King’s Ring” by Stephanie Beneteau from Dreaming Tall: Stories for Growing Girls (21:30)

“Nina’s First Rainbow” by Antonio Sacre from The Apple Seed: Live (World’s Second-Best Dad) (33:52)

“The Three Spinning Fairies” by Odds Bodkin from The Wise Little Girl (39:25)

“The Hero” by Dan Keding from Rudy and the Roller Skate (50:09)

“Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People’s Ears” by Bobby Norfolk from Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears (58:58)

The Daily Mix: “Little Women” with Dolores Hydock (1:10:49)

“Aunt Esther Saves a Little Boy’s Life” by Donald Davis from Mama Learns to Drive (1:19:33)

“Dancing Spirit of The Birch” by Diane Edgecomb from In the Groves (1:27:04)

“Penny For Your Thoughts” by Diane Ferlatte from Penny For Your Thoughts (1:39:06)

“Little Things Make Big Things” by Bill Harley from The Apple Seed: Live (1:47:02)

Beloved librarian and storyteller brings along her autoharp for an old tale about a frog and a snake who are friends. They learn from each other that there are different ways of doing things in the world. You'll enjoy learning along with them.

Welcome to The Apple Seed! Some time filled with stories for you and your family. Since 2013 we’ve been bringing you tall tales, personal tales, fairy tales, historical tales and more. All kinds of tales, from all kinds of tellers.

Stories are full of all sorts of hidden gems; some that we expect, some that make an impact on our lives, and some of them just surprise us. Whether we’re listening or reading, we can find so much in what seems to be a simple story. There is always more than meets the eye. On today’s episode, we will be sharing stories that are more than what they seem, and they just might surprise you in the end.

On today's episode, enjoy the following:

“The Girl Who Would Be King” by Barbara Schutzgruber (4:06)

Radio Family Journal: "Scooby Doo" by Sam Payne (18:33)

The Daily Mix: "Bonnie & Clyde" with Rachel Wadham (23:55)

“Fringe Festival" Field Piece by Sam Payne (31:35)

“The Blue Feather” by Jill Lamede from Stories from the Tintagel Storyteller (43:56)

What would you do if you had one wish? This magical story will make you wonder about that question.

Welcome to The Apple Seed! Some time filled with stories for you and your family. Since 2013 we’ve been bringing you tall tales, personal tales, fairy tales, historical tales and more. All kinds of tales, from all kinds of tellers.

What kinds of stories do you most prefer? Animal stories? Tales of magic? Stories about families or legends from long ago? On today’s episode of the Apple Seed, there’s a story that fits every one of those categories. Bill Harley brings us the story of a cheerful bear who invites all of his crabby neighbors to “Come on Out and Play” during an all-night, full-moon dance party. From Brian "Fox" Ellis we get to hear an ancient Irish legend, the story of Ossein and his journey to the mysterious island of Tier Na Nog. And from Antonio Sacre you’ll hear a story about growing up with little brothers called "Water Torture" So, whether you love adventure, music, or magic, there' something for everyone in the family on today’s episode of the Apple Seed!

On today’s episode, enjoy the following:

“Come on Out & Play (Bear’s All-Night Party)” by Bill Harley from Come on Out & Play (1:51)

Radio Family Journal: "Oreo Cookies" by Sam Payne (13:27)

The Daily Mix: "Scary Camp Stories" with Kevin Kling (19:28)

“Ossein and the Isle of Tier Na Nog” by Brian “Fox” Ellis from Under an Irish Oak (28:13)

“Water Torture” by Antonio Sacre from Water Torture, the Barking Mouse, and Other Tales of Wonder (42:20)

John McCutcheon, the celebrated musician and storyteller, shares a powerful song about a father and son fishing, and the things a life of fishing together can teach us.

Welcome to The Apple Seed! Some time filled with stories for you and your family. Since 2013 we’ve been bringing you tall tales, personal tales, fairy tales, historical tales and more. All kinds of tales, from all kinds of tellers.

Today’s episode will tickle your funny bone and satisfy your sweet tooth, starting off with Dan Kelin’s hilarious rendition of “Monkey Stew”, about the lengths a lady will go to in order to protect her banana tree and bananas. Next we’ll enjoy Kevin Carr’s “Sweet Tooth”, about a delicious maple tree and the sticky adventures it creates. Following that is Bil Lepp’s twist on a tale you’ve probably heard before, “Jonah - The Real Story”. Finally, we’ll hear Martha Hamilton’s “The Dancing Brothers”, about how eight brothers handle not being allowed to go to the same special ceremony their parents attend. Break out your nice bowls, new silverware, and old sense of humor, because this is Monkey Stew, here, on The Apple Seed...

On today’s episode, enjoy the following:

“Monkey Stew” by Dan Kelin from the Talk Story Fest (2:40)

Radio Family Journal: "Reut" by Sam Payne (15:50)

The Daily Mix: "Summer Camp Mug" with Tim Lowry (22:35)

“Sweet Tooth” by Kevin Carr from The Big Music (31:20)

“Jonah - The Real Story” by Bil Lepp from Buck Meets the Monster Stick (43:11)

“The Dancing Brothers” by Martha Hamilton from How & Why Stories: World Tales Kids Can Tell (52:00)

Syd Lieberman shares a story, recorded live at the National Storytelling Festival in Jonesborough, Tennessee, about a baseball game to remember.