Crooked Roads - Stories for the Whole Family by Andy Offutt Irwin and Dovie Thomason

Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about slowing down, embracing life's unexpected detours, and discovering the opportunities that come from taking a different path. (00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne. (01:15) "Tallulah Point" by Andy Offutt Irwin. A humorous story about Andy’s fictional but eccentric Aunt Margarite and the journey that reconnects her with a meaningful place from her childhood. (10:03) "Allowance for Meandering" by Sam Payne. Sam shares the heartfelt story of an unexpected moment of connection with his dad that led to a new favorite movie, a memorable school tardy slip, and a lasting lesson about taking time for life's unexpected detours. (13:19) "Frog and Turtle" by Dovie Thomason. A short but charming fable about how two unlikely best friends choose to avoid the incoming rain. 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.