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The Apple Seed

BYUradio
Storytelling
Family
Byuradio
Love
Childhood Memories
Christmas
Bil Lepp
Fairy Tales
Community
Cinderella
Childhood Experiences
Friendship
Ballads
Parenting
Santa Claus
Creative Intelligence
Education
Childhood
Creation Stories
Courage

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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Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about the inspiring, healing, and connecting power of nature. (00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne. (01:20) "World's Second Best Dad" by Antonio Sacre. A humorous and relatable story abou... more

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Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about the powerful impact sports have on our lives. (00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne. (01:18) "Devil on Horseback" by Geraldine Buckley. A heartfelt and humorous story from Geraldine'... more

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Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about hospitality and its many forms. (00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne. (01:12) "The Cow That Ate the Piper" by Bill Harley. A humorous and outlandish tale about a traveling piper who... more

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Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about the people, memories, and life-changing moments that leave a lasting influence on our lives. (00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne. (01:19) "Mrs. Ort" by Kim Weitkamp. A heartfelt st... more

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Kim Weitkamp
Ohio storyteller
The Apple Seed (BYUradio)
Episode: The One Who Changed Everything - Stories for the Whole Family by Kim Weitkamp and Simon Brooks
Simon Brooks
Storyteller
The Chinaberry Tree segment
Episode: The One Who Changed Everything - Stories for the Whole Family by Kim Weitkamp and Simon Brooks
Willy Claflin
Storyteller narrating Anansi and The Liar's Contest
Episode: Food Fight - Stories for the Whole Family by Alton Takiyama-Chung and Willy Claflin
Alton Takiyama-Chung
Storyteller narrating Punia and Kaialeale
Episode: Food Fight - Stories for the Whole Family by Alton Takiyama-Chung and Willy Claflin
Dovie Thomason
Storyteller sharing a Native folk tale
Self
Episode: The Will to Change the World - Stories for the Whole Family by Bil Lepp and Dovie Thomason
Debs Newbold
Storyteller featured in The Queen and the Three Dolls
Episode: Riddle Me This - Stories for the Whole Family by Debs Newbold and Alton Takiyama-Chung
Antonio Sacre
Los Angeles storyteller who narrates The Fisherman and His Wife
Storyteller
Episode: Generosity & Greed - Stories for the Whole Family by Antonio Sacre and Geraldine Buckley
Donald Davis
Storyteller; shared memory with Corporal Smith
Independent storyteller
Episode: Lessons from Our Neighbors - Stories for the Whole Family by Donald Davis and Josh Goforth
Josh Goforth
Musician and storyteller; shared memory of Madison County musical tradition
Independent musician
Episode: Lessons from Our Neighbors - Stories for the Whole Family by Donald Davis and Josh Goforth

Host

Sam Payne
Host of The Apple Seed

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 388 ratings
  • Where is the story of the fox told by the black lady? I cannot find it!

    Please direct me to it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Missbanks61
    United States2 months ago
  • Dis helped

    My friend was being rlly rude and being homophobic (Iโ€™m trans) and this helped improve my day

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    confirmed human
    United States3 months ago
  • Scp096

    There the best!!!! I love them!!!๐Ÿ˜ป๐Ÿ˜ป๐Ÿ˜ป๐Ÿ˜ป๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป you should make more!! And more kid story tellers!! You guys are awesome!!๐Ÿ˜€๐Ÿ˜ƒ๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Itjgkfkfto
    United States3 months ago
  • Donald

    Donald Davis rules

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Me too t
    United States5 months ago
  • ๐Ÿง€ Cheese! ๐Ÿง€

    This is the best podcast for winding down for the night, or waking yourself up to start the day! The effects some of the story tellers make it really fun! ๐Ÿคฉ My favorite episode is when the kitten was abandoned from its mom and they took care of it! It was really sweet.

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    โ€œ Five stars for your app!โ€

    Literally, youโ€™re amazing!

    Bye!๐Ÿ‘‹

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mic mac and cheese
    United States6 months ago

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Audiences highlight family-friendliness and memorable moments that appeal to both kids and adults.
Fans frequently mention Donald Davis and other recurring performers as standout favorites.
Listeners consistently praise the warmth, accessibility, and variety of storytellers.

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Q: What does your boy choose to do?
Despite his illness, Cameron chose to use the money donated to him to buy toys for other children in the hospital rather than keeping it for himself.
Beloved Elders - Stories for the Whole Family by Donald Davis, Bil Lepp and Andy Offutt Irwin
Q: What are some ways in which you've been shaped by interactions with folks from other generations than your own?
Interactions with older generations often impart valuable stories, advice, and wisdom, enriching the experience of younger family members.
The Tenacity of Tricksters - Stories for the Whole Family by Charlotte Blake Alston, Donna Washington and Lyn Ford
Q: Have you ever had to use your wits to get out of a tough situation?
Reflection on personal experiences with clever problem solving.
Freedom - Stories for the Whole Family by Sheila Arnold and Charlotte Blake Alston
Q: How do you handle heavy topics when telling stories to young listeners?
Charlotte discusses crafting a story poem that's appropriate for younger children, addressing sensitive topics while maintaining a message of hope.

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What is The Apple Seed about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A warm, family-friendly storytelling program that features a rotating cadre of traditional and contemporary folk tellers. Episodes spotlight culturally rich tales, humor, memory, and community, often framed by a gracious host who guides conversations and invites audience participation. Notable are cross-cultural pairings, bilingual storytelling, and musical interludes that explore lineage, language, and shared memoryโ€”making it appealing to families, educators, and story lovers seeking wholesome, conversation-worthy content with a strong oral-heritage bent.

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1. Constant Wonder
2. The Lisa Show
3. Constant Wonder KIDS
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The Apple Seed launched 8 years ago and published 2275 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Apple Seed include:

1. Kim Weitkamp
2. Simon Brooks
3. Willy Claflin
4. Alton Takiyama-Chung
5. Dovie Thomason
6. Debs Newbold
7. Antonio Sacre
8. Donald Davis

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