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

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

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

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

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

Join us as Noa Baum and Shonaleigh tell stories from live recordings in the Apple Seed Studio about what it takes to be persistent, and the stories we can find and share along our difficult journeys.

(1:10) "Dandelion Dancer" - Shonaleigh tells a story about a mother's prayer to save the joy of her child and how her gift from the heavens is determined to stay and share her own story about enduring.

(10:01) Sam shares a story about his brother's birthday present, and how his dad gave the two of them the gift of music, but it goes beyond just unwrapping the box.

(14:03) "A Mouse Tail" - Noa Baum tells a musical story about a mouse's journey to barter back what she had lost. This mouse has quite the tale, or story, to tell as it meets many different characters along it's adventure.

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: Song, Daughters, Bravery, Family, Persistence, Determination, Lessons, Mothers, Participation, Storytelling, Courage, Adventure, Patience

Join us as Bil Lepp and Donald Davis from live storytelling recordings in the Apple Seed Studio tell stories about gifts they have given and received, in the form of story.

(00:55) "Gifts" - Bil Lepp tells a personal story about a husband's persistence to find the perfect gift, and his wife's patience through that process.

(10:06) Sam shares a story of when he and his brother made a imperfect gift for his mother when they were boys--one that was accepted perfectly.

(13:49) "The Cigarette" - Donald Davis tells a story of a child's wandering hands and a bedtime story that might not be a story after all.

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, Siblings, Parents, Wives, Family, Gifts, Lessons, Storytelling, Memories, Patience

Sheila Arnold and Paul Strickland live recordings from the Apple Seed Studio.

(1:06) "We Hold the Ropes" - Sheila Arnold tells a story about two brothers, their desperate need for their ancestors, and what influences them to pay the help forward.

(10:19) Sam shares a memory of trusting his friends to get him through a challenging rappelling adventure.

(16:07) "Whale Ice Song" - Paul Strickland tells a story about a woman, her relationship with ice, and what her town does to honor her memory.

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.