The Apple Seed

Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about persistence, determination, childhood adventures, and the surprising consequences of trying to do the right thing. (00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne. (01:04) "Vacation Bible School" by Bil Lepp. A hilarious childhood story about the misadventures Bil and his friend experienced at vacation bible school. (18:16) "Clam Chowder Roulette" by Sam Payne. Sam shares a funny childhood memory about removing soup can labels in his pantry and discovering the surprising consequences of a good deed. (20:31) "The Monkey Bars" by Adam Booth. A quirky childhood tale about Adam’s classmate and his persistence to conquer the school’s monkey bars. 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.

Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about overcoming hardship, learning life lessons, and discovering what matters most. (00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne. (00:55) "The Precious Pearl" by Shonaleigh. A charming folktale about a young queen who desperately wants something, only to find her life changed when she can no longer have it. (10:59) "The Grudge that Wouldn’t Budge" by Sam Payne. Sam shares the story of a childhood grudge he held for years over a ruined childhood treasure and how he finally discovered what the true treasure was. (13:28) "The Lord of the Dance" by Geraldine Buckley. Geraldine shares memories from her years at boarding school and the nuns who helped her discover what matters most. 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.

Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers, featuring ghost stories, eerie folktales, and terrifying legends from around the world. (00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne. (01:46) "The Dead Moon" by Simon Brooks. A spooky English folktale about a father and daughter who face dark forces to recover something that has been stolen: the moon. (12:57) "Local Ghost Stories" by Sam Payne. Sam shares two eerie ghost stories from his hometown. (16:20) "La Llorona" by Jasmin Cardenas. Jasmin shares a piece of her Columbian culture with a retelling of the classic Spanish folktale about the Weeping Woman. 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.

Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about childhood fears, family memories, and the people who make scary tales unforgettable. (00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne. (01:50) "The Collector" by Kevin Kling. Kevin shares a hilarious childhood camping story about his dad, a spooky tale, and the story that scared the socks off him. (05:58) "Fear Flies Away" by Sam Payne. Sam tells a heartwarming childhood tale about how his dad helped him overcome his fear of bats. (08:59) "Scaring Sissy" by Lyn Ford. Lyn shares a funny childhood story about turning a classic fairy tale into a nightmare after her little sister pestered her for a bedtime story. 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.

Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about the people who lead by example and leave a lasting impact. (00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne. (01:29) "Miss Gimm" by Tim Lowry. A series of humorous stories about a one-of-a-kind churchgoer who made a profound difference in Tim’s childhood. (21:21) "Known From Joan" by Sam Payne. Sam shares childhood memories about a local theater director and the important lessons she taught that influenced Sam’s life and career. 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.