Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages

Flinch the fly is tired of living outside and getting rained on. As luck would have it, he finds a very cozy sandcastle made by a very small human and moves right on in! If you had the absolute perfect place to live, do you think you would want a roommate? Flinch DEFINITELY does not... Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us!

Logan and Claire can't go home until dinner (there was a spaghetti incident, it was a whole thing), so they get to play outside on the beach. When they see something wooden bobbing on the horizon, their imaginations go wild! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us!

Piper the peacock insists that being pretty is the most important thing of all, but Plain Jane the gangly crane says different. Who's right?? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us!

A giant comes back from a long trip to find his beautiful garden overrun with children! Ew! He chases them out of course, but then something happens and none of the plants will grow anymore. What will he do?? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us!

No one can untie the Gordian knot, no matter how hard they try. But an oracle said that whoever conquers the knot will achieve greatness, so they keep trying! Will anyone ever manage to untangle this monstrous mess?? Tune in to find out! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us!

Today's story is a New Year's story that we originally released this week FOUR YEARS AGO in 2016!! Can you believe that much time has passed? We sure can't! Say goodbye to 2020 with this adaptation of a story by the American author Emilie Poulsson, and then tune in for more brand new episodes in 2021! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Happy New Year!!

Dirch and Beorn need somewhere to stay warm overnight on their way to the king, and Ida’s Inn seems like the perfect place. But it’s Christmas Eve, and Ida gets some unwanted troll visitors every year. Can Dirch and Beorn do anything to help her out? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us!

Frigg is trying so hard to keep her son Baldur safe, and she’s thought of almost everything! But if anyone can find a loophole, Loki can... Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us!

Russell the crow is hungry all the time. He's so hungry he could eat a cow, or even a moose. Or even...an elephant! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us!

Gibbly and Gibli are brothers. Or, maybe cousins? Actually, maybe they're just best friends, but no one really knows. What we DO know is that Gibbly and Gibli have LOTS of big ideas! But can they actually make these ideas happen? Today's story is a special collaboration with our friend Elliott Kalan! Elliott Kalan is a writer who writes with words. He has written comic books, tv shows, and picture books, and he has won MANY awards for his writing, but he doesn't like to brag about it :) His newest book is called Sharko and Hippo and it would make a great gift for the holiday season. Check it out wherever books are sold! This month, we'll be donating all the profits from this episode to the Native American Heritage Association, a non-profit organization that provides support to Native American families living on Reservations in South Dakota and Wyoming. For more information about the great work they're doing, visit their website: naha-inc.org. Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

Prince Tomas is ready to find a bride, but all the noblewomen he meets only seem interested in his crown. Will his barber's magic mirror help him find true love? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us!

On one extraordinarily frigid morning Davey Crocket Wakes up to find that the world needs saving, and he's just the frontier adventurer to do it! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us!

Mallory the duck was well known as the bully of the lake. But her secret was that she was only mean to hide the fact that she was afraid. Will she be able to overcome her fear and survive the winter? Listen in to find out. Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!!

Lucas is out on the pond fishing for dinner for his family. Despite pulling in multiple fish Lucas goes home empty handed and learns a valuable lesson. Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us!

It's Native American Heritage month! So today’s story is a traditional Mi’kmaw story adapted for you by Pamela Palmater and Daniel Hinds! Pam is a member of the Mi’kmaw Nation, which is an Indigenous nation situated in Canada and the US, AND she’s the host of the Warrior Kids Podcast, a great podcast that celebrates everything Indigenous. Check it out wherever you listen to podcasts! And to further honor Native American Heritage month, we’ll be making a donation to the First Nation Child and Family Caring Society, which advocates on behalf of First Nations children in foster care. You can make a tax deductible donation as well at fncaringsociety.com! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

James and his friends are out for a hunt when they decide to have a friend competition and find out which of them is the best shot. It's all fun and games, until some mysterious forest dwellers pay a visit later that night... Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

Calder's Dad sent him out to cut peat, and he ended up destroying the home of some fairies! What will he do to make up for it? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

The Tiger from the mountain was feared by all. But one day, in a small peaceful village, deep in the mountains of Korea, he met his match. Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

Ralphy the raccoon is so hungry, but the school dumpsters are empty!! Where will he get delicious snack cakes and PB&J sandwiches to satisfy his cravings?? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

Hooray, it's a Dog King Halloween! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

When the cats in Ulthar begin to go missing, everyone KNOWS the creepy Old Cotters are responsible, but no one can prove it. How will the townspeople save their precious feline family members? Find out in this (not-too-spooky) adaptation of an H.P. Lovecraft story! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! You can also thank today's sponsors. When you support our sponsors, you support our show! Here are the details from today's episode: Amazon: Get 20% off your Amazon Smart Lighting Bundle, only at Amazon.com/STORIESPODCAST! Hurry! This offer ends October 31st. Thank you!!

Today's episode is special guest story from our friends at Girl Tales! It's written by Monet Hurst-Mendoza, features performances by Jen Anaya, Jacqueline Guillen, Annie Henk, and Benjamin Manno, and is produced by Chad Chenail and executive produced by Rebecca Cunningham. Girl Tales is a kids' podcast of feminist fairy tales for a new generation. Damsels in distress or princesses in need of protection? Not on Girl Tales! The girls in these stories take control of their own destinies, turning your favorite fairy tales, fables, and myths into exciting new adventures. If you like this episode, you can find more Girl Tales anywhere you listen to podcasts! Some more good news! The proceeds of this episode this month will go to supporting The Kilroys, a collective of playwrights, directors, and producers taking action to address gender parity in the performing arts field. Check them out at thekilroys.org! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

Old Pap is a shepherd dog that watches over Lulu the lamb and her friends, and he's pretty strict. When Lulu meets some other dogs, they convince her that they'll be way better watchdogs and she'll have way more fun...if she'll only get rid of Old Pap. Do we think this is a good idea? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

We're in a Halloween mood, so we're re-releasing our version of the spooky Washington Irving classic. Tune in later this week for a brand new episode! *NOTE: This episode might be a little spooky for our youngest listeners, so grown-ups should maybe listen first to check! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! You can also thank today's sponsors. When you support our sponsors, you support our show! Here are the details from today's episode: Varsity Tutors: Varsity Tutors has you covered for all your back-to-school needs! To reserve your spot in a FREE class, go to VarsityTutors.com/STORIES! Thank you!!

Dadushka is VERY excited for turnip stew, but he can't get the last turnip out of the ground! He needs some help, but are there enough hands in the house to unearth this GINORMOUS turnip?? Tune in to this classic Russian folktale to find out! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

Today's episode is the conclusion of our new Firefly story! Check out the original trilogy if you haven't already, and make sure you've listened to part one so you'll be all caught up for part two! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! You can also thank today's sponsors. When you support our sponsors, you support our show! Here are the details from today's episode: Indeed: Right now, Indeed is offering our listeners a $75 credit to boost your job post. This is their BEST offer available ANYWHERE! Go to Indeed.com/STORIES to take advantage!! Thank you!!

Today it's a new story featuring Jillian Jayes from The Brilliant Firefly! Check out the original trilogy if you haven't already, and then listen in to part one of Firefly's new adventure! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! You can also thank today's sponsors. When you support our sponsors, you support our show! Here are the details from today's episode: Laurel Springs: Take control of your child's education. Enroll TODAY at LaurelSprings.com/STORIES and receive a waived registration fee!! Thank you!!

A sudden storm strikes and everyone is out on the water. There are boats of all sizes, and some of them are getting tossed about by the waves. Will the big boats help the little boats? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! You can also thank today's sponsors. When you support our sponsors, you support our show! Here are the details from today's episode: Laurel Springs: Online learning is new for a lot of people, but Laurel Springs has been doing it for nearly thirty years! They're the experts, and you can receive a waived registration fee when you register your child at LaurelSprings.com/STORIES today!! Thank you!!

The two Juniors, Junior Jr and Junior Sr, are on the way to the market to find their mule, Octavia, a new home! Can they make everyone happy during their long walk there? Can ANYONE make everyone happy? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! You can also thank today's sponsors. When you support our sponsors, you support our show! Here are the details from today's episode: Amazon Alexa: Right now, you can get 20% off your Amazon Smart Lighting Bundle! Every bundle includes an Echo Dot smart speaker and a Sing-gled Color-changing light bulb. Visit Amazon.com/STORIESPODCAST to get 20% off and take advantage of this amazing Smart Home deal! Thank you!!

Athena is jealous when she sees Arachne's tapestries. How could a human be a better weaver than a goddess?? This is NOT fair. The only thing that will solve this is a contest! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! You can also thank today's sponsors. When you support our sponsors, you support our show! Here are the details from today's episode: Indeed: Indeed.com is the #1 job site in the world, and right now they're offering our listeners a FREE $75 credit to boost your job post, which means more quality candidates will see it, fast! Go to Indeed.com/Stories! Thank you!!

It's the conclusion of The Wylderwood! Will Lochlan, Harks, and Nezzy be able to find each other in the Wylderwood? Tune in to find out! AND we have good news: this is just Book One. There will be more Wylderwood coming in the winter!! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! You can also thank today's sponsors. When you support our sponsors, you support our show! Here are the details from today's episode: Varsity Tutors: To reserve your spot in a FREE class, go to VarsityTutors.com/Stories. Give your child the confidence and keys to success today! Thank you!!

Today's episode is a special collaboration with Melly from Stoopkid Stories! Together, we tell the story of Isabella and Adaliya. When Adaliya and her family move into the neighborhood, Isabella is eager to meet her and introduce her to all the other kids, but...it doesn't quite go the way anyone planned. What went wrong? The proceeds from today's episode will go to supporting Black Out Collective, a radical, direct action, full-service organization that provides on the ground support, training and deep space visioning in communities that prioritize the liberation of Black people. Check out their website, blackoutcollective.org, to learn more and see how you can support the incredible work they do! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! You can also thank today's sponsors. When you support our sponsors, you support our show! Here are the details from today's episode: Crayola School Mask Pack: Crayola has solved basically all the mask-related issues you might be having at home with your kids, and people are noticing! Do what we did and get your family the Crayola School Mask Pack today at SchoolMaskPack.com/Stories! Thank you!!

When we last saw Harks, Nezzy, and Lochlan, they had escaped the terrible scene at Edgewater and made it to the Wylderwood. When they got there though, they couldn't agree on the best thing to do next, so they decided to split up. Was that a good idea?? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! You can also thank today's sponsors. When you support our sponsors, you support our show! Here are the details from today's episode: Purple: Experience the Purple Grid and you’ll sleep like never before! Go to purple.com/STORIES10 and use promo code STORIES10. For a limited time you’ll get 10% off any order of $200 or more! Thank you!!

When we last saw Harks, Nezzy, and Lochlan, they had JUST escaped Edgewater and entered the Wylderwood. They left behind the half-giant Gothak, their mentors, and everything they've ever known. What are they going to do now? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! You can also thank today's sponsors. When you support our sponsors, you support our show! Here are the details from today's episode: Laurel Springs: Laurel Springs is the expert in online learning. They've been doing this for nearly thirty years! Register your child at LaurelSprings.com/STORIES for a waived registration fee! Thank you!!

Rip Van Winkle doesn't want to work, he just wants to nap with his dog all day. What will happen when he gets his wish? Is sleeping his life away really worth it? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

When we last saw Harks, Nezzy, and Lochlan, they were looking on in horror as the mysterious prisoner sank underwater, trapped in a locked prison cart. Is there anything they can do?? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

Webster the pony loves to prance and play, and he does NOT want to do any work, EVER. When his girl Harper needs his help to carry some salt to the market, will he be crafty enough to get out of it? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

Harks, Nezzy, and Lochlan are still in the midst of their battle with the dross and the pitwyrm, and now all the leaders of the realm have been turned into a magical tree! How are they going to get out of this on their own, without help from their mentors? Tune in to find out! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! You can also thank today's sponsors. When you support our sponsors, you support our show! Here are the details from today's episode: The Crayola Mask Pack: When it comes to making the best mask for you and your family, the Crayola Mask Pack has perfected every detail. Get your family the Crayola School Mask Pack TODAY at SchoolMaskPack.com/STORIES. Thank you!!

Mama wants to make her favorite stew, and Old Papa is excited! But when his old dog and old cat have a hard time helping him get the ingredients, he gets really upset. Will Mama and Papa be able to have the delicious soup they're hungry for? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! You can also thank today's sponsors. When you support our sponsors, you support our show! Here are the details from today's episode: Purple Mattress: Experience the next evolution of sleep! Go to Purple.com/STORIES and use promo code STORIES. For a limited time you’ll get $150 off any Purple mattress order of $1500 or more! Terms apply :) Thank you!!

The big bad wolf is gobbling up all the animals! Some want to fight back, but the sheep just wants to eat grass and get fluffier and fluffier. It's a wooly yarn to be certain! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! Support our sponsor: Register your child at LaurelSprings.com/STORIES today and receive a waived registration fee. LaurelSprings.com/STORIES! Get ad-free episodes for just $1 a month at patreon.com/stories If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us!

Parental warning, this episode has some fantasy person on person violence! When we last saw our heroes, Harks, Nezzy, and Lochlan, they were attending a very exciting meeting in Edgewater. Just when they were going to see what was inside the red coffer, a huge pitwyrm and terrifying dross started to attack! How will they keep each other safe? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

The animals in the desert need to travel to find a new oasis. They haven't had water for days! Ibil the camel is sure that she can help everyone carry their stuff...but can she do it all alone? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

Manfred is mighty and Kurtz is clever! Jakob has a lot to offer, but when his brothers call him "Jakob the Gentle" they don't mean it like a compliment. But when the princess eats cursed honey, who will save the day? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

The old oak tree is strong and sturdy, and he does not like to bend when the winds blow. Bending makes you weak! That's why he thinks the cattail reeds are silly. Why go with the flow when the wind blows when you could just stand still? But when a hurricane comes, the old oak may have to rethink things... Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

It's the third installment of our summer-long fantasy serial! **The original episode that I uploaded did not have the song included, so it was incomplete! If you are seeing this message, this new version is the full episode with the song. I'm sorry! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

When the Jade Emperor decides to create a zodiac, he organizes a big race for all the animals to run. Whoever wins will get to represent a year in the zodiac! The cat decides she wants to win, even if it means being mean to her friend the rat. But how will the rat feel about that? Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

Our retelling of the classic Greek myth about the most beautiful and self-centered man in the world! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

Part Two of The Wylderwood! Last week we got to know Harks and Nezzy, and this week we'll spend a little more time with Lochlan, Sir Ransear's squire. Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

This week's story is a re-release of one of our favorites from almost three years ago, The Wonders of Snake Oil. Wylderwood Part Two will be released in a couple days, and we'll be back with a brand new story next week! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!

This week's story is part one of The Wylderwood, a longer fantasy work that we'll be releasing in parts all summer long. In this episode, you'll meet Harks and Nezzy as they explore the city of Edgewater, the last gasp of civilization before unmapped and untamed Wylderwood! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, head to patreon.com/stories and pledge to make a monthly donation, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Thank you!!