The Apple Seed BYUradio

Gather your family to listen to stories about tricking others and the consequences of being a trickster.

(1:14) Donna Washington tells "Wicked John and the Devil" a story based on the African American tradition, but she tells the North Carolina version. A man progressively becomes older and crankier as the small town tells stories of his antics. When its his time to go, he is in for a rude awakening as the consequences of his despicable actions precede him.

(15:10) Sam Payne tells a story about an epic trick he planned with his brother and friends when he was a kid and the lesson he learned from his trickster exploits.

(19:21) Bil Lepp tells "Soul in Hawk" a story from his time as a pastor and the individuals in the communities he served. In particular, he gets close to one colorful soul when he decides its time to save his own soul.

What stories and memories were sparked for you? Be sure to share them with the people you love, because stories bring us together. The Apple Seed is a production of BYUradio and is hosted by storyteller Sam Payne.

Key Words: Stories, Storyteller, Storytelling, Family, Death, Life, Rewards, Change, Forgiveness, Trickster, Friendship, Neighbors, Community, Church, Wishes

While on hiatus, The Apple Seed is calling you to send in your stories to air on the show. Plus a sneak peak at the 1st episode of Quentin Manning - Detective for Justice - a new summer series from Kaboom.

Join us for our season finale! Bil Lepp and Sheila Arnold tell stories that bring light to the little things. Discover the strength of little things.

(1:42) Bil Lepp tells us how he got the idea for his picture book "The King of Little Things"

(3:04) Bil Lepp tells "The King of Little Things" a story that shows us when we are content with our collection of little things, we will have so much more than we ever thought possible.

(11:07) Sam tells a story about a time when he learned how impactful a pinhead-size drop of oil could be.

(15:20) Sheila Arnold tells "The Deluge" a story the gifts we may be overlooking when we talk over the littlest voices.

We'll be back with season 7 of The Apple Seed after a 5 week hiatus--a great time to catch up on any episodes you missed or re-listen to your favorites. 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.

Join us as Angela Lloyd and Paul Strickland, from live recordings in the Apple Seed Studio, tell stories about finding happiness in unassuming places. As we share laughs, good company, and show a little empathy, we might find more stories about happiness in our lives than we could ever imagine.

(1:26) Angela Lloyd tells "The Ragged Peddler" a story of how a peddler comes to a town to sell goods, and yet had nothing to sell.

(10:07) Sam shares a story about finding happiness in his own backyard.

(14:07) Paul Strickland tells "The Eulogy of Melvin V. Odroit" a story sharing all the lessons one could teach about how to embrace life where you are at, no matter the skills you may (or may not) have. And the ultimate happiness of being 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.

Key Words: Joy, Storyteller, Service, Empathy, Present, Family, Happiness, Loss, Lessons, Laughter, Stories, Storytelling, Curiosity

Join us as Simon Brooks, Motoko, and Josh Goforth, from live recordings in the Apple Seed Studio, tell stories about true love, and the individual process each love story must go through.

(1:57) Simon Brooks tells "Hoja Seeks a Wife" a middle eastern story about the foolish wiseman's attempt to picking the perfect wife.

(6:25) Sam shares a story about a conversation with his son who was lonely. He wanted a "Sam-wise" friend.

(10:35) Motoko tells "The Crane Wife" a classic Japanese folktale turned ballad tells the story about the beauty of love, trust, and keeping promises, but also how a man's mistake swiftly hurt himself.

(19:57) Josh Goforth tells "I Love You for Who You Are" a song that reminds us of the joy we find in loving others, and the gift it is to be loved for who we are.

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.

Key Words: Marriage, Wife, Husband, Joy, Storyteller, Ballad, Love, Family, Musical, Stories, Storytelling, Folktale, Mistakes, Promises

Join us as Donald Davis and Kevin Kling, from live recordings in the Apple Seed Studio, tell stories about parenting mishaps, tricky kids, and the situations we can get into as we do our best to parent.

(1:05) Donald Davis tells "Molasses Revenge" a personal story about generational mischief and super sticky stuff.

(16:23) Sam shares a story of the annual making of fresh apple cider with his neighbors and kids.

(20:23) Kevin Kling tells "The Good Mother" a story about a young girl moves to town and meets a boy, but more importantly she meets his mom.

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.

Key Words: Messy, Parents, Father, Mother, Compassion, Family, Accidents, Children, Stories, Mistakes, Forgiveness, Community