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Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers. Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne.
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- Yesterday27 min
True Treasure - Stories for the Whole Family by Shonaleigh and Geraldine Buckley
Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about overcoming hardship, learning life lessons, and discovering what matters most. Introduction by host Sam Payne. "The Precious Pearl" by Shonaleigh. A charming folktale about a young queen who desperately wants something, only to find her life changed when she can no longer have it. "The Grudge that Wouldn’t Budge" by Sam Payne. Sam shares the story of a childhood grudge he held for years over a ruined childhood treasure and how he finally discovered what the true treasure was. "The Lord of the Dance" by Geraldine Buckley. Geraldine shares memories from her years at boarding school and the nuns who helped her discover what matters most. Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne. The Apple Seed is produced by Sam Payne, Wendy Folsom, and Brian Tanner. Assistant Producers - Matthew Carr, Keri Griggs, Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell Production - Trent Reimschussel and Kip Merrill Post Production Video Editors - Trent Woolford and Tremiti Childs. Post-Production Audio Engineers - Dan Carlisle and Dallin Nielson.
- 1 weeks ago30 min
Halloween Folktales - Stories for the Whole Family by Simon Brooks and Jasmin Cardenas
Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers, featuring ghost stories, eerie folktales, and terrifying legends from around the world. Introduction by host Sam Payne. "The Dead Moon" by Simon Brooks. A spooky English folktale about a father and daughter who face dark forces to recover something that has been stolen: the moon. "Local Ghost Stories" by Sam Payne. Sam shares two eerie ghost stories from his hometown. "La Llorona" by Jasmin Cardenas. Jasmin shares a piece of her Columbian culture with a retelling of the classic Spanish folktale about the Weeping Woman. Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne. The Apple Seed is produced by Sam Payne, Wendy Folsom, and Brian Tanner. Assistant Producers - Matthew Carr, Keri Griggs, Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell Production - Trent Reimschussel and Kip Merrill Post Production Video Editors - Trent Woolford and Tremiti Childs. Post-Production Audio Engineers - Dan Carlisle and Dallin Nielson.
- 2 weeks ago28 min
Scary Stories from Home - Stories for the Whole Family by Kevin Kling and Lyn Ford
Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about childhood fears, family memories, and the people who make scary tales unforgettable. Introduction by host Sam Payne. "The Collector" by Kevin Kling. Kevin shares a hilarious childhood camping story about his dad, a spooky tale, and the story that scared the socks off him. "Fear Flies Away" by Sam Payne. Sam tells a heartwarming childhood tale about how his dad helped him overcome his fear of bats. "Scaring Sissy" by Lyn Ford. Lyn shares a funny childhood story about turning a classic fairy tale into a nightmare after her little sister pestered her for a bedtime story. Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne. The Apple Seed is produced by Sam Payne, Wendy Folsom, and Brian Tanner. Assistant Producers - Matthew Carr, Keri Griggs, Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell Production - Trent Reimschussel and Kip Merrill Post Production Video Editors - Trent Woolford and Tremiti Childs. Post-Production Audio Engineers - Dan Carlisle and Dallin Nielson.
- 3 weeks ago24 min
The Unforgettable Miss Gimm - Stories for the Whole Family by Tim Lowry
Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about the people who lead by example and leave a lasting impact. Introduction by host Sam Payne. "Miss Gimm" by Tim Lowry. A series of humorous stories about a one-of-a-kind churchgoer who made a profound difference in Tim’s childhood. "Known From Joan" by Sam Payne. Sam shares childhood memories about a local theater director and the important lessons she taught that influenced Sam’s life and career. Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne. The Apple Seed is produced by Sam Payne, Wendy Folsom, and Brian Tanner. Assistant Producers - Matthew Carr, Keri Griggs, Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell Production - Trent Reimschussel and Kip Merrill Post Production Video Editors - Trent Woolford and Tremiti Childs. Post-Production Audio Engineers - Dan Carlisle and Dallin Nielson.
- 4 weeks ago32 min
Life & Death - Stories for the Whole Family by Antonio Rocha and Adam Booth
Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about life, death, and the delicate balance between the two. Introduction by host Sam Payne. "Piano the Ox" by Antonio Rocha. A moving story about a strong ox and the impact his absence has on a small village. "Making Meaning" by Sam Payne. Sam shares an excerpt from Shakespeare’s The Tempest and explores how some stories empower the audience to discover their own meanings. "The Goats Know the Way" by Adam Booth. Adam shares his version of an old Jewish story about a woman who embarks on an unexpected journey while desperately searching for food. Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne. The Apple Seed is produced by Sam Payne, Wendy Folsom, and Brian Tanner. Assistant Producers - Matthew Carr, Keri Griggs, Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell Production - Trent Reimschussel and Kip Merrill Post Production Video Editors - Trent Woolford and Tremiti Childs. Post-Production Audio Engineers - Dan Carlisle and Dallin Nielson.
- Oct 1, 202631 min
Happy Birthday - Stories for the Whole Family by Bill Harley and Donald Davis
Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about celebrating birthdays and finding the right way to honor someone’s special day. Introduction by host Sam Payne. "Happy Birthday, Mrs. Nottingham" by Bill Harley. A story about trying to figure out if a teacher is nice or mean and in the end, how everyone likes their birthday. "Summer Birthdays" by Sam Payne. Sam shares about a time in kindergarten when he bravely stood up for summer birthdays. "64 Crayons" by Donald Davis. A story about the surprise gift 6 year old Donald left for his beloved Aunt Esther. Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne. The Apple Seed is produced by Sam Payne, Wendy Folsom, and Brian Tanner. Assistant Producers - Matthew Carr, Keri Griggs, Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell Production - Trent Reimschussel and Adam Wells Post Production Video Editors - Trent Woolford and Tremiti Childs. Post-Production Audio Engineers - Dan Carlisle and Dallin Nielson.
- Sep 24, 202623 min
It Pays to Speak a 2nd Language - Stories for the Whole Family by Antonio Sacre and Jasmin Cardenas
Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about the benefits of speaking another language, embracing bilingualism, and finding joy in your language and culture. Introduction by host Sam Payne. "The Barking Mouse" by Antonio Sacre. Antonio tells about the summer he spent with his Cuban grandmother and the simple yet impactful story she shared with him. “The Language of Music” by Sam Payne. Sam shares a touching story about how his understanding of music helped him communicate, build connections, and find common ground with a group of people he otherwise would have found it nearly impossible to connect with. "Gobbily Gook" by Jasmin Cardenas. A story from Jasmin’s childhood about the time she felt embarrassed while translating for her mom but learned to embrace her second language and cultural heritage in a surprising way. Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne. The Apple Seed is produced by Sam Payne, Wendy Folsom, and Brian Tanner. Assistant Producers - Matthew Carr, Keri Griggs, Kay Hendrickson, and Roman Russell Production - Trent Reimschussel and Kip Merrill Post Production Video Editors - Trent Woolford and Tremiti Childs. Post-Production Audio Engineers - Dan Carlisle and Dallin Nielson.
- Sep 17, 202626 min
Every Story is a Love Story - Stories for the Whole Family by Kevin Kling and Josh Goforth
Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about love, life lessons, and the unforgettable experiences that come from taking the time to learn from the people and things we love. Introduction by host Sam Payne. "Love Story" by Kevin Kling. Hilarious and heartwarming stories about the valuable life lessons Kevin has learned from the people and things he has loved throughout his life. "Look for the Love" by Sam Payne. Sam shares a heartwarming story about an important lesson he learned from a former drama teacher and how putting that lesson into practice helped him repair a strained relationship. "Doc Watson" by Josh Goforth. A charming musical performance and personal story about how Josh’s love for legendary musician Doc Watson shaped his career, inspired his music, and helped him achieve his dreams. Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne. The Apple Seed is produced by Sam Payne, Wendy Folsom, and Brian Tanner. Assistant Producers - Matthew Carr, Keri Griggs, Kay Hendrickson, and Roman Russell Production - Trent Reimschussel and Kip Merrill Post Production Video Editors - Trent Woolford and Tremiti Childs. Post-Production Audio Engineers - Dan Carlisle and Dallin Nielson.
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