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Tricksters & Turkeys - Stories by Donald Davis and Sheila Arnold Nov 23, 2023

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Sheila Arnold and Donald Davis from live recordings in the Apple Seed Studio. (1:04) "Brer Rabbit and the Turkeys" - Sheila Arnold tells one of the many entertaining stories about this popular trickster, and about the strength found in thinking outside the box. (13:20) "Stuffed Rat" - Donald Davis tells a personal story about his father's pranks and a childhood memory of when Davis' father met his prankster match. Great stories can change your world. What stories and memories were sparked for you and who will you share them with? Hosted by storyteller Sam Payne. A production of BYUradio. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:09 - "Brer Rabbit and the Turkeys" by Sheila Arnold 00:13:24 - "Stuffed Rat" by Donald Davis

BONUS: The Christmas Chronicles Nov 22, 2023

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In time for the holidays, The Apple Seed brings shares a Christmas tradition of sharing The Christmas Chronicles. Listen to the first episode on the road or around the fire, and find the rest of the series on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or at byuradio.org/the-christmas-chronicles.

Growing into Forgiveness - Stories by Diane Ferlatte and Kim Weitkamp Nov 16, 2023

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Diane Ferlatte and Kim Weitkamp from live recordings in the Apple Seed Studio. (1:22) "The Hired Hand" - Diane Ferlatte tells a story about an extra set of hands that saves a father and son in more ways than one. (21:02) "Rolling Stone" - Kim Weitkamp tells a story from a young man about the changes in his journey and dreams, and the realization that he is more like his father than he thought. Great stories can change your world. What stories and memories were sparked for you and who will you share them with? Hosted by storyteller Sam Payne. A production of BYUradio. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:23 - "The Hired Hand" by Diane Ferlatte 00:21:05 - "Rolling Stone" by Kim Weitkamp

Top Secret Stories! - By Noa Baum and Pippa White Nov 09, 2023

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Noa Baum and Pippa White from live recordings in the Apple Seed studio. (1:00) "Top Secret" - Noa Baum tells a story from her childhood in Israel where she learns the ins and outs of what it means to grow up through trading books and keeping secrets. (21:07) "What Did You Do in the War, Mommy?" - Pippa White tells a story from Julia Parsons, who reflects on her time and commitment as a codebreaker during World War II. Great stories can change your world. What stories and memories were sparked for you and who will you share them with? Hosted by storyteller Sam Payne. A production of BYUradio. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:07 - "Top Secret" by Noa Baum 00:20:55 - "What Did You Do in the War, Mommy?" by Pippa White

Finding True Treasure - Stories by Shonaleigh and Geraldine Buckley Nov 02, 2023

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Shonaleigh and Geraldine Buckley from live recordings in the Apple Seed Studio. (1:15) "The Precious Pearl" - Shonaleigh tells a story about a queen who loves presents and how her desire and sacrifice transform her kingdom. (13:12) "The Lord of the Dance" - Geraldine Buckley tells a personal story about boarding school, dancing nuns, and finding her way back to an old love. Great stories can change your world. What stories and memories were sparked for you and who will you share them with? Hosted by storyteller Sam Payne. A production of BYUradio. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:16 - "The Precious Pearl" by Shonaleigh 00:13:16 - "The Lord of the Dance" by Geraldine Buckley

BONUS: New season announcements—Apple Seed Season 5 and Kaboom Season 2 Oct 26, 2023

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The Apple Seed is back with a new season on November 2! Season 5 will feature live recordings made in the Apple Seed Studio from favorite storytellers like Bil Lepp, Donald Davis, and Kim Weitkamp, as well as Apple Seed Live debuts from terrific storytellers like Shonaleigh, Diane Ferlatte, and Paul Strickland. And we've got another treat in store for you: our spinoff podcast Kaboom has returned for a second season, and we'd like to share the season premiere episode "Test Drive" with you. Kaboom is a show full of audio adventures for the whole family to enjoy together and it's available wherever you get your podcasts, so if you like what you hear go subscribe to Kaboom and tell a friend about it.

BONUS: Homecoming Oct 02, 2023

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Enjoy stories of homecoming from professional storytellers and BYUradio podcast hosts on this special "BYU Homecoming” episode of The Apple Seed: A Storytelling Podcast. Whether you’re driving into Provo for the big game or celebrating from afar, these stories are perfect for your homecoming gathering. (00:53) Alma Mater Memories (03:35) Sam's High School Memories (04:16) Homecoming Memories with the team from BYUtv's After Further Review: Dave McCann, David Nixon, and Blaine Fowler (11:35) "Big Number Reunion" by Dolores Hydock (22:27) Reflections of Home with BYU Radio's podcast hosts: Marcus Smith, Lisa Valentine Clark, Julie Rose, and Steven Perry and Sam Payne. (28:46) Sing Your Way Home by Sam Payne. Great stories can change your world.

Stories of Grace and Strength Sep 21, 2023

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In the season finale of season 4, Antonio Sacre and Dolores Hydock share stories recorded live in the Apple Seed Studio. (2:01) "Nina's Rainbow" by Antonio Sacre about struggling as a parent with fighting children and stopping to create a little magic. (10:08) "Becoming Mrs. Nash" by Dolores Hydock about a generous neighbor and about aging beautifully. Great stories can change your world. Subscribe to The Apple Seed Hosted hosted by storyteller Sam Payne. A production of BYUradio. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:09 - "Nina's Rainbow" by Antonio Sacre 00:10:15 - "Becoming Mrs. Nash" by Dolores Hydock

Musical Stories from the Blues to Classic Greek Heroes Sep 14, 2023

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Two great tellers and musicians recorded live in the Apple Seed Studio. (1:49) Reverend Robert B. Jones tells "BB King" a personal story about why he wanted to start learning to play the guitar and the power Blues had in his life. (20:11) Andy Offutt Irwin tells and sings "Polyphemus", musical take on the classic Greek story of The Odyssey, featuring the episode where Odysseus faces off with the cyclops Polyphemus. Great stories can change your world. Join The Apple Seed for tall tales, fairy tales, folk tales, personal tales, historical tales, and more! Hosted by storyteller Sam Payne. A production of BYUradio. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:54 - "BB King" by Reverend Robert B. Jones 00:20:12 - "Polyphemus" by Andy Offutt Irwin

Sages and Fools - Stories of wisdom by Kim Weitkamp and Kevin Kling Sep 07, 2023

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Stories of wisdom and fools, recorded live in the Apple Seed Studio. (1:35) Kim Weitkamp tells "Gold Coins" about the wise women she meets in her yard shop. (16:44) Kevin Kling tells "Ashen Peter" about a fool, or is he? Great stories can change your world. Join The Apple Seed for tall tales, fairy tales, folk tales, personal tales, historical tales, and more! Hosted by storyteller Sam Payne. A production of BYUradio. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:40 - "Gold Coins" by Kim Weitkamp 00:16:11 - "Ashen Peter" by Kevin Kling

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