The Apple Seed

Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about celebrating birthdays and finding the right way to honor someone’s special day.

(00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne.

(01:15) "Happy Birthday, Mrs. Nottingham" by Bill Harley.
A story about trying to figure out if a teacher is nice or mean and in the end, how everyone likes their birthday.

(20:04) "Summer Birthdays" by Sam Payne.
Sam shares about a time in kindergarten when he bravely stood up for summer birthdays.

(22:54) "64 Crayons" by Donald Davis.
A story about the surprise gift 6 year old Donald left for his beloved Aunt Esther.

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 Adam Wells
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 benefits of speaking another language, embracing bilingualism, and finding joy in your language and culture.

(00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne.

(01:17) "The Barking Mouse" by Antonio Sacre.
Antonio tells about the summer he spent with his Cuban grandmother and the simple yet impactful story she shared with him.

(10:06) “The Language of Music” by Sam Payne.
Sam shares a touching story about how his understanding of music helped him communicate, build connections, and find common ground with a group of people he otherwise would have found it nearly impossible to connect with.

(14:04) "Gobbily Gook" by Jasmin Cardenas.
A story from Jasmin’s childhood about the time she felt embarrassed while translating for her mom but learned to embrace her second language and cultural heritage in a surprising way.

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 love, life lessons, and the unforgettable experiences that come from taking the time to learn from the people and things we love.

(00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne.

(01:14) "Love Story" by Kevin Kling.
Hilarious and heartwarming stories about the valuable life lessons Kevin has learned from the people and things he has loved throughout his life.

(16:49) "Look for the Love" by Sam Payne.
Sam shares a heartwarming story about an important lesson he learned from a former drama teacher and how putting that lesson into practice helped him repair a strained relationship.

(20:40) "Doc Watson" by Josh Goforth.
A charming musical performance and personal story about how Josh’s love for legendary musician Doc Watson shaped his career, inspired his music, and helped him achieve his dreams.

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 navigating difficult family relationships, overcoming conflict and discovering the joy that comes from strengthening the relationships that matter most.

(00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne.

(01:42) "The Lion's Whiskers" by Antonio Rocha.
An immersive and heartwarming story about a woman facing a seemingly impossible task who must learn to confront and conquer the literal and figurative beasts in her life.

(23:12) "I Can Do Hard Things" by Sam Payne.
Sam shares a heartfelt childhood story about how his little brother’s hard work, perseverance, and dedication inspired him and continues to inspire him to this day.

(25:55) "Stories That Get Told" by Paul Strickland.
A sweet musical performance about the power of storytelling and how great stories can endure, inspire, and connect generations.

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 family relationships, childhood memories, and how even life's most challenging moments can become the lessons we treasure for years to come.

(00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne.

(01:36) "Peas and Carrots" by Donald Davis.
A hilarious childhood story about the clever scheme Donald Davis used to avoid eating his vegetables for years.

(14:17) "Dinner Time Battles" by Sam Payne.
Sam shares a funny and shocking childhood story about a heated argument with his brother over a dinner plate that escalated into an unforgettable family moment and became the breaking point for his mom.

(17:23) "Dirty Joe" by Bill Harley.
An exciting, rhyming pirate adventure about Dirty Joe and his crew as they encounter a surprising foe on the open sea.

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.