Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages
Kids & Family
About
On the Stories Podcast, we perform a new story for your children every week. The stories range from retellings of fairy tales like Snow White to classic stories like Peter Rabbit and even completely original works. Everything is G rated and safe for all ages. The perfect kids podcast for imaginative families. Whether you’re driving with your children or just want to limit your kids’ screen time, Stories Podcast delivers entertainment that kids and parents alike will love.
Episodes
- Jill Henry
In this original story by Daniel Hinds, a creative fifth grader named Jill Henry feels discouraged when others use AI to perform her artistic hobbies more efficiently. The podcast invites listeners to share fan art based on the characters.
- Anne of Green Gables - Chapter 21
In this episode of Stories Podcast, reader Amanda Weldin continues the classic story Anne of Green Gables by L. M. Montgomery with Chapter 21.
- Throwback: Drink the River, Eat Like Royalty
Goldie and Grumbles seek a change from their usual routine of fishing in this throwback episode of Stories Podcast. The story explores whether Goldie's new idea will lead to the change they desire.
- Raggedy Ann the Doctor
Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy help Babette with a medicine problem in this adaptation of a story by Johnny Gruelle. This episode is part of the Stories Podcast series.
- Throwback: One of Us
In this throwback episode of Stories Podcast, the show presents a story based on an old Turkish proverb that explores the themes of judging by appearance and trusting too easily. The episode also includes information about the show's new p…
- Getting Goosed
This episode tells the story of Angus, a young Scottish Terrier who lives on a farm and becomes curious about the geese at the pond despite his mother's warnings. Adapted by Daniel Hinds from the picture book by Marjorie Flack, the story f…
- Throwback: The Great Playground Leap!
In this throwback episode of Stories Podcast, Sam, Darnell, and Violet return from April vacation with stories about their break, including a highlight from Brandon. Listeners are invited to share fan art of the characters on Instagram.
- Throwback: Blue Corn Maiden
In this throwback episode of Stories Podcast, the Blue Corn Maiden must escape from Winter with the help of Summer. The episode also highlights the new shows Stories RPG, Starsworn, and Gigacity Guardians.
- The Pointer
In this episode written by Daniel Hinds, a factory worker named Pete is tasked with identifying which workers should be replaced by robots. The story follows the consequences of his actions as he completes his duties.
- Throwback: Robin's Egg Blues
In this throwback episode of Stories Podcast, a grumpy tortoise and a cheerful mother robin engage in a debate over who has the better home on a spring day. The episode also highlights the show's new projects, including Stories RPG.
- The Little Engine That Could
In this episode of Stories Podcast, Daniel Hinds tells the classic tale by Watty Piper about a little train struggling to deliver toys and food over a mountain. Listeners are invited to draw pictures of the characters and share them on soc…
- Throwback: The Incredible Singing Tortoise
In this throwback episode of Stories Podcast, Zane discovers a singing tortoise named Alicia on his way home from school and faces the challenge of whether she wants to be showcased to others.
- Throwback: White Doe, Fairy Doe
This throwback episode of Stories Podcast features the tale of White Doe, Fairy Doe, following a young hunter named Declan who encounters a mysterious white deer and his friend Amélie. The episode also highlights the show's other projects,…
- The Cat Who Walked By Herself
In this episode of Stories Podcast, Cassie provides shelter to animals during a storm and encounters a cat named Luna. The story, written by Daniel Hinds, is inspired by the work of Rudyard Kipling.
- Throwback: A Hercules Fable
This throwback episode of Stories Podcast features an adaptation of the classic Greek myth about the demigod Hercules. Listeners are invited to share character drawings on Instagram and can explore the show's new YouTube channel for read-a…
- Mighty Peach Boy
In this episode of Stories Podcast, Daniel Hinds adapts the Japanese folktale of Mighty Peach Boy, which follows an old couple who finds a giant peach in a stream. Listeners are invited to share their artwork of the characters on Instagram.
- Throwback: White Flowers, Red Berries
This throwback episode of Stories Podcast features a retelling of an old Irish folktale, White Flowers, Red Berries, about farmers who invade a Fairy rath. The episode includes songs and information about other shows from the network.
- Beth and the Twilight Star
In this episode, Beth discovers a ship while searching for jumping cactus in the desert with her father. This story was written by Richard M. Elam and adapted by Daniel Hinds.
- Throwback: The Lucky Drum
This throwback episode of Stories Podcast features a retelling of an old Ugandan folktale, The Lucky Drum, about a lizard and a python who argue over their shared drum.
- The Tinderbox
In this episode of Stories Podcast, the show presents a retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale, "The Tinderbox," about a soldier who discovers a magical item that summons three powerful dogs.
- Anne of Green Gables - Chapter 19
In this episode of Stories Podcast, Amanda Weldin continues the reading of L. M. Montgomery's classic novel, Anne of Green Gables, with Chapter 19.
- Throwback: Mr. Rat and His Lovely Daughter
In this throwback episode of Stories Podcast, a father rat hopes for his daughter, Sakura, to marry the strongest being, such as the sun. However, Sakura wishes to marry another rat named Sora.
- Dog King and the Long Lost Lego
In this episode, Dog King and his canine friends attempt to help Rambo after he eats a Lego piece. Listeners are invited to draw and share character art on Instagram.
- Anne of Green Gables - Chapter 20
In this episode of Stories Podcast, Amanda Weldin continues the weekly reading of L. M. Montgomery's classic Anne of Green Gables, presenting Chapter 20.
- Throwback: The Moon Rabbit
This throwback episode of Stories Podcast features a traditional Asian folktale about a monkey, an otter, and a rabbit who attempt to make an offering to the Moon Spirit. The story highlights the generosity of one of the animals.
- Raggedy Andy Gets Trapped
Raggedy Andy gets trapped in a gutter while searching for the Penny dolls, leading Raggedy Ann and the other toys to attempt a rescue. This story, written by Johnny Gruelle and adapted by Daniel Hinds, is part of the Stories Podcast.
- The Rolling Roll
In this episode of Stories Podcast, an old Slavic folk tale is shared about Momo and Papa who live in the mountains and the unexpected events that unfold after Momo bakes a roll. Listeners are invited to share their own drawings of the cha…
- Marushka and the New Year
This episode of Stories Podcast features a Czech fairy tale about a girl named Marushka, who faces mistreatment from her sister and step-mother before discovering something magical on a winter day.
- Dog King: Pickles and the Elf
In this episode of Stories Podcast, Pickles the dog discovers an elf in his dad's shoe shop who appears to be taking tools. Listen to the story to find out what happens next.
- Stories Podchats: Video Games
In this episode of Stories Podchats, hosts Amanda and Dan discuss the topic of video games. The episode also highlights the show's new RPG programs, Starsworn and Gigacity Guardians.
- Throwback: The Lazy Pony
In this throwback episode of Stories Podcast, Webster the pony tries to avoid helping his owner, Harper, carry salt to the market. The episode also highlights the show's new project, Stories RPG.
- Throwback: The Little Rescue
In this throwback episode of Stories Podcast, Ms. Beakman and Mr. Pecks debate the importance of kindness for kindness' sake. Listen to discover the outcome of their discussion in this classic story.
- Throwback: The Princess's Excellent Birthday Party
This throwback episode from Stories Podcast features an adaptation of a Macedonian folktale about a princess who wants a quiet birthday party, while her father the king plans an elaborate celebration. A conflict arises when uninvited guest…
- Stories Podchats: Catching Up!
Amanda and Dan share updates on the Stories Podcast YouTube channel and the Sleep Series. They also introduce new shows, including Stories RPG featuring Starsworn and Gigacity Guardians.
- An Old Fashioned Thanksgiving
In this episode of Stories Podcast, the six siblings must take charge of Thanksgiving dinner when their parents are called away to care for Nana. The story is an adaptation of a work by Louisa May-Alcott, written by Daniel Hinds.
- Throwback: A Dog King Thanksgiving!
In this throwback episode of Stories Podcast, Dog King hosts a festive Thanksgiving celebration in the alley for his canine friends. The party takes an unexpected turn when an uninvited cat arrives at the gathering.
- Anne of Green Gables - Chapter 18
In this episode, Amanda Weldin continues the reading of L. M. Montgomery's classic novel, Anne of Green Gables, with chapter 18.
- Throwback: Kiddo and the Fox
In this throwback episode of Stories Podcast, an absent-minded lamb follows a butterfly into the woods and finds herself as a dinner guest for a fox. Listeners find out if the lamb can escape her predicament.
- Throwback: The Love Potion
In this throwback episode of Stories Podcast, listeners are presented with a story based on a traditional Ethiopian fable about a nervous young man named Abel who seeks a magical love potion. The episode includes a featured song and inform…
- Pictures Don't Lie
In this adaptation of a classic Katherine MacLean story, astronauts Marie and Joe make a discovery while performing satellite repairs in high orbit. The episode also highlights the Stories RPG podcast and encourages listeners to share fan…
- Anne of Green Gables - Chapter 17
In this episode of Stories Podcast, Amanda Weldin continues reading the classic novel Anne of Green Gables by L. M. Montgomery, specifically chapter 17.
- Throwback: The Boy Who Loved Cheese Too Much
In this throwback episode, Stories Podcast presents an adaptation of a Dutch folktale about Klaas, a boy who loves cheese so much that he wonders if one can have too much of a good thing.
- Stingy Jack and the First Jack-O-Lantern
This episode features a Halloween story based on an Irish folktale about a con-man named Jack and his fate in the afterlife. It is written by Daniel Hinds for the Stories Podcast.
- Anne of Green Gables - Chapter 16
In this episode of Stories Podcast, Amanda Weldin continues the reading of L. M. Montgomery's classic novel, Anne of Green Gables, with chapter sixteen.
- Throwback: The Goblin Picnic!
In this throwback episode, a boy named Hawk attends an enchanted goblin picnic, but finds himself in trouble when the food is cursed. His sister, Rose, must step in to help him navigate the situation and escape unscathed.
- The Ghost and the Train
This Halloween-themed episode of Stories Podcast features a ghostly tale for kids inspired by Charles Dickens' The Signal-Man, written by Daniel Hinds. The story follows a railroad worker and his encounter with a ghost.
- Throwback: The Pied Piper
In this throwback episode of Stories Podcast, the show recounts the classic tale of The Pied Piper, where a musician attempts to save a village from a rat infestation.
- Chicken Picken's
In this episode, Vicky the baby chick attempts to secure an entire kernel of corn for herself in an adaptation of a classic fable by Daniel Hinds.
- Anne of Green Gables - Chapter 15
In this episode of Stories Podcast, reader Amanda Weldin continues the presentation of L. M. Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables with chapter 15.
- Throwback: With Our Powers Combined
In this throwback episode of Stories Podcast, a hedgehog and a turtle must team up to avoid becoming prey after meeting a jaguar. The episode focuses on their efforts to work together to survive.