Ep 385 - James and the Giant Peach, by Roald Dahl (w/ Natasha from UNSpoiled!)| Listen on Anghami

May 4

Ep 749 - The Very Hungry Caterpillar (and Other Stories), by Eric Carle

To celebrate this year's Children's Book Week, we're discussing the work of children's author and illustrator Eric Carle, whose colorful art and innovative prints have delighted our children (and us!) for years. Since they're each pretty short we decided to talk about a bunch of ... Show More

1h 13m

Apr 27

Ep A03 - The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, by Robert Louis Stevenson (Annotated)

Around 25 minutes into this episode, Andrew and Craig take a mysterious elixir that turns them into younger versions of themselves with worse microphones and less research under their belts. Oh no! I hope they can find the ingredients to turn themselves back! Our theme music was ... Show More

1h 20m

Apr 24

The Sillymarillion Ep 01 - A Shortcut to Ilúvatar (J.R.R. Tolkien's Silmarillion)

For this show-within-a-show, Craig and Andrew learned about the world of Middle-Earth by reading J.R.R. Tolkien's posthumously published legendarium THE SILMARILLION. This episode posted first for our Patreon supporters in June 2025. If you want to hear our current longread proje ... Show More

1h 4m

Nov 2020

Introducing Little Stories Everywhere

Each episode of Little Stories Everywhere will be the reading of a classic children’s book by Oscar-nominated actor Virginia Madsen and celebrated Native-American voice artist Robbie Daymond. And since it “tis the season” we are starting with A Merry Christmas, treasured tales of ... Show More

1m 35s

Jun 2022

Winnie the Pooh and Eeyore's Lost Tail

Today's episode is another story about the hundred acre wood and that wonderful honey obsessed bear Winnie the Pooh. In this story Pooh Bear finds out that Eeyore has lost his tail and sets out to find it for him. Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this ... Show More

17m 28s

Apr 2024

CLASSIC: Roald Dahl: Children's Author and Secret Agent

Today author Roald Dahl is best-known for his prolific writing career -- but, as it turns out, he lived an entirely different life before he ever put pen to paper to create children's stories. Learn more about Roald Dahl's earlier life as a fighter ace, a legendary ladies man, an ... Show More

39m 47s

Mar 2022

Winnie the Pooh and Rabbit's Burrow

Today's story is another one from our favorite honey obsessed bear, Winnie the Pooh. Follow along as Pooh Bear learns that moderation is key, especially when you're already in a tight spot. Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and the ... Show More

17m 22s

May 2020

The Bunny's Big Leap

Charlie is a scared little bunny. He's scared of the big bunnies, he's scared of the river where the wild onions grow, and most of all, he's scared of heights. When his nana decides to make her favorite onion soup she needs Charlie's help. Will he finally face his fears?? Draw u ... Show More

21m 14s

Oct 2022

Winnie The Pooh's Party

Christopher Robin is throwing a party for Pooh, for being the best bear in all the world, and also for being a hero and saving Piglet from the big flood. Join us for this wonderful celebration of Pooh! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look l ... Show More

17m 49s

Aug 2022

Croc and Plover

Today's story is a tale about a gigantic crocodile named Mash. Mash was this biggest, meanest croc in the Nile, and he could eat anything. Unfortunately Mash has a toothache and he doesn't know what to do about it, since the human dentist are terrified of him, and none of the oth ... Show More

16m 24s

Aug 2022

Winnie the Pooh and Eeyore's Birthday

Today's episode comes to us from the Hundred Acre Wood. Today is Eeyore's Birthday!! Follow along as Pooh, Piglet and Christopher Robin try to cheer him up and make it a very happy birthday indeed. Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, ... Show More

22m 6s

Aug 2022

Winnie the Pooh, Kanga and Roo

Today's episode comes to you from the hundred acre wood. This time Pooh, Rabbit, and Piglet have some new neighbors and devise a clever plan to get rid of them. Of course it all goes wrong and everyone ends up being great friends. Draw us a picture of what you think any of the ch ... Show More

25m 50s

Sep 2018

Frog and the High Jump: A Pond Story for Kids

Today’s story features a little frog who learns to overcome his fears so as not to miss out on worthwhile life experiences. Also, it happens to be a subtle exploration of the challenges of early parenthood. You know, for all the Big People out there. Thank you to NORA, EVRYN, and ... Show More

20m 37s

Ep 385 - James and the Giant Peach, by R...