Stories From Now And Then

Welcome to the Old Library, where real-life cousins Captain Blunderface and Nicola the Storyteller spin classic folk tales, bedtime stories, and true stories about real-life legends. Each episode runs 10-20 minutes. Perfect for curious kids ages 5-12 and parents at bedtime, car rides, and screen-free time. New episodes every week!

Want a special shoutout for your children? Message us on Instagram @storiesfromnowandthen to get a story dedication.

Creators: Nicola Ward & Evan Wiebe
Website: storiesfromnowandthen.com
Produced by Ocorda Sound
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Latest Episodes:

The Story Of Hen Oct 20, 2026

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An original story written BY our very own Nicola Ward about a very special hen. And a true story at that! We are thrilled to have reached our first 50 episodes, and don't you worry - we have so much more in store! Oh, Blunderface tries to "crack" a joke at one point, but don't laugh.

Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR.

Stories From Now and Then is a collection of fairy and folk tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan.

Narrator: Nicola Ward

Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe

Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com

Three Dogs - Brothers Grimm Oct 12, 2026

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This is Episode 50!! Thank you for being with us every week, and here we go with a wonderfully fun classic tale told by Nicola about three dogs with unique powers. Meanwhile our Old Library crew's antics are still anticful.

Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR.

Stories From Now and Then is a collection of fairy and folk tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan.

Narrator: Nicola Ward

Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe

Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com

Sylvia Earle - The Ocean Explorer Oct 06, 2026

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When a girl from New Jersey moves to Florida and falls in love with the ocean, one of the most impressive careers in to marine biology begins, in this true tale told by Nicola. Meanwhile, the Old Library crew did some exploring of their own.

Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR.

Stories From Now and Then is a collection of wonderful fairy tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan.

Narrator: Nicola Ward

Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe

Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com

The Velveteen Rabbit, Part 2 Sep 29, 2026

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A little Velveteen Rabbit discovers how much of a difference love can make in the second half of this story, as told by Nicola. Deprecatus has more questions about haircuts.

Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR.

Stories From Now and Then is a collection of wonderful fairy tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan.

Narrator: Nicola Ward

Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe

Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com

The Velveteen Rabbit Sep 23, 2026

Show notes

A well-loved stuffy causes a stir among the other toys. Find out why Margery Williams' story remains so iconic in today's story as told by the amazing Nicola Ward! Meanwhile, Deprecatus just came back from a haircut.

Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR.

Stories From Now and Then is a collection of wonderful fairy tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan.

Narrator: Nicola Ward

Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe

Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com

The 12 Dancing Princesses Sep 15, 2026

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When princesses show up during the day with very very worn shoes and twinkles in their eyes, some people decide they need to get to the bottom of it. Meanwhile Deprecatus has flexed his Barista skills at the Old Library. A classic folk tale from the Brothers Grimm.

Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR.

Stories From Now and Then is a collection of wonderful fairy tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan.

Narrator: Nicola Ward

Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe

Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com

The Leap-Frog Sep 08, 2026

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Join us for a classic fairy tale from Hans Christian Andersen about a contest between a flea, a grasshopper, and a frog! Meanwhile, Cap' Blunderface wants to see a cat jump at least once.

Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR.

Stories From Now and Then is a collection of wonderful fairy tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan.

Narrator: Nicola Ward

Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe

Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com

The Elves And The Shoemaker Sep 01, 2026

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A shoemaker notices that some of his work is being done for him. So what does he do? Find out in today's story. Who could be sneaking around his shop? Meanwhile someone seems to have snuck around the old library a bit too.

Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR.

Stories From Now and Then is a collection of wonderful fairy tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan.

Narrator: Nicola Ward

Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe

Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com

The Beatles! Aug 25, 2026

Show notes

All about four lads from Liverpool: John, Paul, George, and Ringo, and how they became the biggest band of all time. For this episode, all you need is Nicola... To spin the tale of how it all happened. Meanwhile, there's a lot you can do with a pile of hardcover books.

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Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR

Narrator: Nicola Ward

Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe

Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound,

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The Dragon Tamers, Part 4 Aug 19, 2026

Show notes

We wrap our journey through Edith Nesbit's world of dragons today - thanks for listening along! And of course you'll get a cool dragon fact along with (courtesy of Baby Blunderface).

Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com

Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR

Narrator: Nicola Ward

Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe

Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound,

ocorda.com