Story Pirates

The Story Pirates track down Rachel, who has been busy directing a television show at the Statue of Liberty. Featuring two new stories: “The Ice Cream Translator,” a story about a young inventor who accidentally unleashes vengeful ice creams upon the world, written by Jacob, a 10 year old from Michigan, and “The Dad Who Bought Himself,” a cautionary tale about a dad who thought he could get more done by making copies of himself, written by 7 year old from New Hampshire named Lyla. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Story Pirates track down Eric and Peter, who have been busy constructing a strange theme park near Coney Island. Featuring two new stories: “The Staple Removing Comedian,” about a comic who finds his muse in tiny, metal fasteners, written by Sebastian, an 11 year old from Texas, and “The Smelly Cheese,” a story about an outcast blue cheese desperate for validation from the person who owns the fridge she lives in, written by an 8 year old from Pennsylvania named Tess.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Story Pirates track down Nimene, who has become a top fashion designer for an eccentric mathematician (Christy Carlson Romano). Featuring two new stories: “Porch Boogie,” a song about porches that detach from their houses and start a dance party, written by Elias, a 4 year old from Washington, and “A Very Monstrous Game Show,” a story about the only game show where contestants genetically engineer terrifying monsters to win the Golden Gross Thing, by an 11 year old from Utah named Charlie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lee, Rolo and Smitty start tracking down the other members of the Story Pirates in NYC, starting with Meghan, who is starring in her very own Broadway show alongside a theatrical ghost (Heléne Yorke). Featuring two new stories: ‘Why Are There So Many Commercials?’, a story about two kids who find out the truth behind the constant barrage of advertisements on TV, written by Sarah, a 10 year old from New York, and ‘The Tooth Problem,’ a terrifying tale of cavities come to life, written by two siblings from Wisconsin, Kade and Avery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Story Pirates are finally back home in NYC! Featuring two new stories: “Black Bird, Blue Bird,” a gentle folk song about two birds who are celestially connected, featuring the band Mipso and written by Joanna, an 11 year old from Colorado, and “Trying to Write a Story,” a tale of two authors who overcome a debilitating case of writers' block, written by a 10 year old from Alabama named John Bannon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Story Pirate Eric interviews a witch to help him decide what he should be for Halloween. Featuring one of our favorite spooky stories from the archives, “Boo!” by a 7 year old from Florida named Nora.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Story Pirate Eric interviews Frankenstein to help him decide what Eric should be for Halloween. Featuring one of our favorite spooky stories from the archives, “Zombies Ate My Homework!!!!!,” by an 11 year old from California named Paxton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Story Pirates Podcast is back for Season 6! Coming October 19th, listen to new episodes wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re off this week getting ready for Season 6, so here’s a taste of a series we’ve been releasing on the Creator Club feed. It’s called Idea Storm, and in it we give you ideas to try out in your own writing! Today’s idea is about how to introduce an exciting problem in your story. When you finish your stories, we’d love to see what you come up with! Grownups can submit stories at storypirates.com. And remember, we respond to every single story we receive!Show Notes: If you want to listen to any of the stories we played clips of today, go to Season 5, episode 11 for the story “The Dangerous Plumbers,” Season 5, episode 19 for the story “The Town of Snake Therapists,” and Season 5, episode 6 for the story “The Magician’s Accidents.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re so excited to announce that the new season of the Story Pirates Podcast is coming October 19th! We also have two of our favorite deep cuts from last season: “Now We’re Cooking With Butter” and “Cicada Party.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor Day is here, and you know what that means: worms all around the world are headed back to school! Luckily, DJ Squirm-a-Lot has created the perfect playlist to help worms, and humans, get ready to learn. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Waiting can be hard, especially if you’ve been waiting all year for an amazing trip to a theme park. Today’s brand new story, by Oscar and Miles from Colorado, shows just how painful that kind of waiting can be.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trees: we love them and we need them. But could it be that we underestimate them? In this brand new story by Wyatt, a 9 year old from Vermont, one tree does something that no one thought was possible.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s brand new story by 8 year old Orion in Colorado, a boy reflects on his relationship with his own reflection. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s brand new story, by 11 year old Zaley in Oklahoma, a family finds house hunting to be way weirder than they expected.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever heard of a ‘tall tale,’ a fantastical story about folk heroes like Johnny Appleseed or Paul Bunyon? Well, today’s new story, from an 8-year-old in Colorado named Arthur, is a new kind of tall tale, about a folk hero who just happens to be a kid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From 8 year old Alexandra in Virginia comes a story about a woman whose selfish actions come back to haunt her in the form of a big surprise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From 8 year old Aya in New York comes a story about how sometimes, it’s the easiest thing in the world to do the right thing. Even when you’re a bad guy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever heard of a ‘parody’? It’s a kind of storytelling where the writer takes something from the real world, and then they imitate it while making some of the details bigger, funnier or exaggerated. Today’s new story, by two siblings from Canada named Bohdi and Rose, is a perfect example. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time for another summertime mixtape from the world’s most famous DJ who is also a worm, featuring a bunch of your favorite Story Pirates tunes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever wanted to meet someone so badly that you’d do almost anything to make it happen? In today’s new story, written by a 9 year old from California named Lilou, a couple of twins do exactly that.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever heard of a haunted house? How about a haunted graveyard? Or perhaps a haunted forest? Well, what about a haunted…smartboard? Like the kid detective in today’s new story, from 9 year-old Portia from Virginia, you just might have to see it to believe it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever had a dream that felt like real life? Or have you ever had a real life that felt like a dream? Even if you haven’t, it’s a pretty fun thing to tell a story about, like in today’s new story, by 6 year old Baker from Washington. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever heard of a courtroom drama? You know, where lawyers are always yelling “objection,” and the judge bangs her gavel while screaming “order in the court!”? If you like that kind of thing, you’re going to love today’s new story from 10 year old Jacob in California.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever found yourself suddenly on a nonsensical game show as a contestant and everyone seems to know what’s going on except you? Whether you have or not, you’ll definitely enjoy today’s new story from 11 year old Gracie in Canada.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s new story, written by 9 year old Silas from Pennsylvania, is about following your dreams. Even if your dream is to be a hamster that plays college football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In most detective stories, we get to follow the adventures of hard-nosed private eyes who seem to be the smartest ones in the room. Today’s story, written by a 12-year-old from Texas named Maxiliano, is NOT like most detective stories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Imagine waking up one morning and everything has changed. Or maybe not everything, but one specific thing has changed, and it’s…everywhere. What if that thing was…toast? That’s exactly what happens in today’s new story, written by a 10 year old from Wisconsin named Brayden.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever had the urge to play a musical instrument for all of the world to hear? If so, you’ll relate to today’s new story by an 11 year old from Massachusetts named Gabriella.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grab some paper and something to write or draw with, because in this preview of a brand new interactive bonus episode, Rolo guides listeners in creating thrilling, edge-of-your-seat stories. For the full episode, join Creator Club today and enjoy exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free versions of regular episodes, discounts and exclusive access to events with Story Pirates Podcast hosts. Grownups, go to storypirates.com/podcast to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever had an extended family member that you really love, and you love when they come to visit, but then they do something really…unexpected? Like, they eat all your donuts? If so, you’re going to appreciate today’s new story, written by Molly and Aine, two 10 year olds from Ireland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we’re thrilled to share an episode from one of our favorite podcasts, Smash Boom Best. And guess what - it features our very own Peter! It’s GHOSTS vs. ZOMBIES! Peter battles comedian and host of Forever Ago, Joy Dolo, in this un-boo-lievable battle. Who will win? Ghoulish ghosts? Or zealous zombies? Lurch over to smashboom.org and vote for the spooky creature YOU think won!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spring has sprung and so has another classic mixtape from the world’s most famous DJ who also happens to be a worm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever felt out of place? Like a fish outta water? Like a square peg in a round hole? Or maybe, like a kind-hearted pirate in a sea of bloodthirsty swashbucklers? If so, you’ll relate to today’s new story, written by Lydia, a 10 year old from Rhode Island.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arianna, a 12 year old from New Hampshire, brings us today’s new story about an out of this world fashion star bursting onto the scene. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s new story, by a 7 year old from New Jersey named Alexandra, explores the never-ending real estate struggles between mice and humans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s new story takes us to the Great Shoe Forest, where an ancient grudge between shoes and socks is brought to life by 6 year old Rowan from Pennsylvania. For more from the Story Pirates, visit storypirates.com/podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honor of our good friend and longtime Story Pirate company member Stephanie Hsu’s Oscar nomination for ‘Everything Everywhere All At Once,’ we present a previously unreleased Early Years live recording from February 2013 of a legendary story written by a 2nd grader from Virginia named Erica. In it, Stephanie stars as a peculiar girl named Colorado Michigan. Enjoy, listeners, and congratulations, Steph! We love you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we bring you a story about smart technology that’s, perhaps, a bit too smart for its own good written by a 9 year old from Texas named Seamus. For more from the Story Pirates, visit storypirates.com/podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we bring you a story about finding the right gift for someone special in your life. Or rather, the right gifts (plus infinity). Brought to you by a 9 year old from California named Malina. For more from the Story Pirates, visit storypirates.com/podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we bring you a mystery story about the disappearance of a pretty precious popstar poster, written by a 10 year old from Texas named Veda. For more from the Story Pirates, visit storypirates.com/podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season 5 may be over, but the Story Pirates are not going away! Until the debut of season 6 later this year, we are releasing a brand new story every week. This week, we bring you a story about the terrifying truth behind a common phrase, written by a 10 year old from Oregon named Ryan. For more from the Story Pirate, visit storypirates.com/podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season 5 may be over, but the Story Pirates are not going away! Starting Thursday, 2/16, we’re releasing a brand new story every week until the debut of season 6 later this year. Listen for all the details after Peter goes on a LENGTHY imaginary vacation to make up for the one he’s not getting in real life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part 2 of our season finale, the Story Pirates execute an elaborate heist to save their ship from Henrietta Hudson (Mykal-Michelle Harris), the biggest name in NYC tow trucks. Featuring two new stories: “The Dancing Cupcake,” a song about a cupcake who wants to dance in your house, sung by special guest Sara Bareilles and written by Violet, a 9 year old from Pennsylvania, and “The Portals,” a story about the challenges of running a retail store that deals in time and space, written by a 6 year old from California named Lincoln.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part 1 of our thrilling season finale, the only thing that stands between the Story Pirates and a return home to their native NYC is the dastardly Silica Googenheim (Jess McKenna). Featuring two new stories: “Old Man Homer,” a song about time travel, photography and connecting with old relatives that features members of Mipso (Jacob Sharp, Joseph Terrell and Libby Rodenbough), by Lucy, a 7 year old from New Mexico, and “The Very Grown Up Place,” a song about what happens when ‘bring your child to work’ day gets turned on its head, written by Zoey, age 8, and Izzy, age 5, from Washington. For more from the Story Pirates, visit storypirates.com/podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Story Pirates get a visit from their dentist (Zoe Jarman). Featuring two new stories: “!Beard Quest!”, an action-packed adventure about a beard desperate to return to the Greek god he belongs to, written by James, an 11 year old from the UK, and “The New Class Pet,” the chronicle of one class’ mission to name their new guinea pig, written by an 8 year old from Ohio named Noel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meghan creates a tech company for Nimene’s inventions. Featuring two new stories: “Why You Should Never Feed a Potato Chip to a Kangaroo,” a cautionary tale about marsupials' quest for world domination, written by Tyson, an 11 year old from Utah, and “The Never Ending Story Story,” a mind-blowing trip down the rabbit hole of storytelling itself, written by a 13 year old from Washington named Maggie. For more from the Story Pirates, visit storypirates.com/podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this preview of a brand new bonus series, ‘Fixed-Up Fairy Tales,’ kid authors take the most beloved fairy tales of all time and make them their own. Featuring a brand new story, “The Live Stream,” written by Jordynn, an 11 year old from Colorado. For the full episode, join Creator Club today and enjoy exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free versions of regular episodes, discounts and exclusive access to events with Story Pirates Podcast hosts. Grownups, go to storypirates.com/podcast to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this preview of a brand new episode of Imagication, Peter’s Australian accent rarely wavers as he guides listeners through a very special creative visualization exercise to celebrate the new year. So sit back, relax, and get ready to take your imagination on a vacation! For the full episode, join Creator Club today and enjoy exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free versions of regular episodes, discounts and exclusive access to events with Story Pirates Podcast hosts. Grownups, go to storypirates.com/podcast to learn more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Make a holiday card for someone special in your life with this handy activity from Nimene and Peter. For the full episode, join Creator Club today and enjoy exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free versions of regular episodes, discounts and exclusive access to events with Story Pirates Podcast hosts. Grownups, go to storypirates.com/podcast to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.