11-year-old comic finds inspiration in staple removers, blue cheese seeks validation from fridge owner. Story Pirates track down Eric and Peter constructing strange theme park near Coney Island. Features stories: 'The Staple Removing Comedian' by Sebastian, and 'The Smelly Cheese' by Tess.
The podcast episode features the creators discussing their unique theme park near Coney Island and the realization that it should be built using non-edible materials.
The story 'The Staple Removing Comedian' highlights the importance of staying true to oneself and using one's voice to bring laughter to others.
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The Strange Theme Park near Coney Island
The podcast episode features the story pirates tracking down Eric and Peter, who have constructed a unique theme park near Coney Island. The theme park is described as a place where kids go to ride rides and have fun, while adults go to contemplate the choices they've made in life. Eric and Peter, the creators, discuss their theme park and its various attractions, including cookie roller coasters, a cookie castle, and more. However, the park is ultimately destroyed, leading to a realization that the park should be built using non-edible materials.
The Story of the Staple-Removing Comedian
Sebastian, an 11-year-old storyteller, presents his story titled 'The Staple-Removing Comedian.' Benny Ramos, a character in the story, works in an office and struggles to connect with his coworkers. However, he discovers his talent for staple-related jokes, leading him to become a staple-removing comedian. Benny's career takes off as he tells office-themed jokes and performs staple-removing tricks. Along the way, he loses his voice but eventually regains it with the help of a genie. Benny realizes the importance of staying true to himself and uses his voice to bring laughter to others.
The Tale of Blue Blue the Smelly Cheese
In this story by a young author named Thea, Blue Blue, a blue cheese, faces feelings of loneliness and rejection. Blue Blue wants to be accepted by the other foods in the fridge but struggles due to the unpleasant smell. However, when the other foods need a delicious dipping sauce for their buffalo wings, Blue Blue is chosen as the perfect complement to the meal. Blue Blue finally feels appreciated and valued for its unique qualities.
Inspiration from a Favorite Letter of the Alphabet
The podcast hosts share a story sparked from a question they asked Tess, a young author. She is asked about her favorite letter of the alphabet and why it is her favorite. This question serves as inspiration for listeners to write their own stories. Grownups are encouraged to submit their children's stories to Story Pirates, while leading listeners can share their kids' answers to the question on Instagram.
The Story Pirates track down Eric and Peter, who have been busy constructing a strange theme park near Coney Island. Featuring two new stories: “The Staple Removing Comedian,” about a comic who finds his muse in tiny, metal fasteners, written by Sebastian, an 11 year old from Texas, and “The Smelly Cheese,” a story about an outcast blue cheese desperate for validation from the person who owns the fridge she lives in, written by an 8 year old from Pennsylvania named Tess.
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