Jul 15

Throwback: The Werewolf at the Inn

Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Werewolf at the Inn! A stranger comes to stay at The Silver Moon, and the innkeeper, Old Cobb is immediately on edge. There's something about the visitor that feels a little. ... Show More

18m 43s

Jul 11

Tunjur

Today's story is a Palestinian folktale adapted for you by Daniel Hinds. An old women named Halima prays for one more child. She is given Tunjur, a magical talking cooking pot, who brings home goods by tricking people into filling him with valuables. Draw us a picture of what you ... Show More

17m 58s

Jul 9

Anne of Green Gables - Chapter 26

This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and th ... Show More

18m 51s

Nov 2012

Why do leaves change colors in the fall?

<p>Ah, autumn - arguably the most beautiful time of the year, thanks to the vibrant colors trees put on display as they close up for the winter. Ever wonder why and how trees change color in the fall? Chuck and Josh have it down pat and explain it here.</p><p> </p> Learn more abo ... Show More

23m 8s

Oct 2022

When Autumn Leaves Start To Fall

Botanist and founder of #BlackBotanistsWeek Tanisha Williams explains why some leaves change color during fall and what shorter days and colder temperatures have to do with it. Plus, a bit of listener mail from you! (Encore)You can always reach the show by emailing shortwave@npr. ... Show More

10m 45s

Oct 2020

Micro Wave: Why Do Leaves Change Color During Fall?

Botanist and founder of #BlackBotanistsWeek Tanisha Williams explains why some leaves change color during fall and what shorter days and colder temperatures have to do with it.Plus, a bit of listener mail from you! Which you can always send by emailing shortwave@npr.org.See pcm.a ... Show More

11m 2s

Oct 2020

The Leaf House

Our story tonight is called The Leaf House and it’s a story about an autumn day spent working in the yard. It’s also a game remembered from childhood, a spider’s web spun on a chrysanthemum, and different ways to think about home. So get cozy and ready to sleep. Buy the book G ... Show More

32m 2s

Sep 2023

Episode 181 - The Autumn Leaves

The Autumn of our lives - both literally and figuratively - is a time of change. We go from the vibrancy of summer, to the golds and reds and brisk breezes of the fall, which leads us into the dark of winter. If you aren't embracing all that is Autumn, you'll want to tune into th ... Show More

27m 32s

Oct 2022

Autumn Leaves in Vermont

Narrator: Heather 🇺🇸 Writer: Erin ✍️ Sound design: leafy breeze, footsteps through fallen leaves 🍃🥾 Includes mentions of: Food, Walking Welcome back, sleepyheads. Tonight, we’ll be following Mariah as she takes a scenic hike through a Vermont forest. She’ll enjoy some of ... Show More

38m 27s

Oct 2025

The Leaf House (Encore)

Originally Aired: October 4th, 2020 (Season 6, Episode 7) Our story tonight is called The Leaf House, and it’s a story about an autumn day spent working in the yard. It’s also a game remembered from childhood, a spider’s web spun on a chrysanthemum, and different ways to think ab ... Show More

32m 12s

Sep 2024

September Leaves

Our story tonight is called September Leaves, and it’s a story about some time outside as the wind blows and the acorns fall. It’s also about the scent of bonfire, the weight of a dog laid across your legs, spaces where you feel safe and among friends, a memory of last summer and ... Show More

33m 22s

Why the Leaves Change Color (Rebroadcast...