Story Pirates

In this full episode of Story Pirates’ brand new show, Nimene creates a stirring hip-hop track about the civil rights activist Claudette Colvin, who, as a teenager, refused to give up her seat on an Alabama city bus months before Rosa Parks’ famous protest. Featuring an interview between New York Times bestselling author Roxane Gay and a 6 year old named Stella.Every episode of Historical Records features a free extension activity at storypirates.com/historicalrecordsIf you like what you hear, subscribe to Historical Records today and tell a friend!

The Story Pirates take you to a world filled with dungeons and dragons, from the mind of a 10 year old dungeon master!Listen to part 2 by becoming a subscriber to Creator Club or by subscribing in Apple Podcasts. Subscribers also gain access to ad-free versions of episodes and special bonus episodes. Premium Creator Club members gain access to quarterly story-building video sessions with Peter and Lee!And don't forget to watch the original full adventure on our YouTube page, @StoryPirates

DJ Squirm-a-Lot kicks off the holiday spirit with a delightful mixtape perfect for Thanksgiving road trips. He shares his humorous preparations for a pie-making contest, battling curious critters along the way. A hilarious baking showdown unfolds alongside the whimsical adventures of a lima bean dreaming of fame. The excitement peaks with a community pie contest, infused with light-hearted music. Gorf the frog and a quirky girl on a path to self-discovery add unexpected twists, bringing laughter and creativity to this festive journey.

Dive into the colorful world of a flamingo's first ballet class, where individuality shines through. Follow two flamingos as they tackle balance issues and face audition fears with the help of friends. Meet Franny, whose unexpected ballet performance leads to a humorous reconsideration of her dreams. Enjoy whimsical tales that spark creativity and laughter, featuring a pig's discovery and a cheeky seltzer can. Plus, join Burnmom's adventure with a mysterious button that ignites imagination and kindness!

Joining the conversation are Jonathan Groff, a Tony Award-winning actor famous for roles in Hamilton and Frozen, and Linda Tuff, a passionate music educator from Smoketown Elementary. They dive into the importance of mentorship in the arts, sharing touching personal stories and the impact of dedicated teachers. Reflecting on their own school experiences, they discuss creating inclusive learning environments and highlight how arts education fosters creativity and resilience, ultimately inspiring students to embrace their artistic journeys.

Eric discovers a magic pen that brings his ideas to life. Featuring two new stories: “The Mythical Hotdog Tradition,” about one hotdog’s journey up Mt. Frankfurter to discover his personal condiment, and a prequel to that story, “The Origin of the Mythical Hotdog,” about how the Mythical Hotdog came to be in the first place, both written by an 11 year old from Pennsylvania named Keenan.

Superstar pop idol Skyler Twist (Catherine Cohen) brings her world famous Auras Tour to the Story Pirates ship. Featuring two new stories: “Attack of the Paper Maché!”, about a school chemistry experiment gone wrong, written by Julian, a 9 year old from California, and “What Happened to Our Sunscreen?”, a story about a mischievous wizard with a mysterious new product called Moonscreen, written by twins from Ontario named Lena and Harriet.

Eric Peterson, host of the Christmas Countdown Show, joins in a whimsical competition filled with laughter and creativity. The podcast features a delightful story about a family's wild obsession with whipped cream, highlighting the joy of childhood imagination. Listeners also hear about a talking towel that struggles with keeping secrets, showcasing the unique narratives from young authors around the globe. The light-hearted mustache competition adds a humorous twist, emphasizing friendship and creativity in storytelling.

Lee orchestrates a showdown with a mysterious garden thief. Featuring two new stories: “The Hockey Player Who Played the Ukulele,” a story about an athlete who changes professional hockey forever, written by Nolan, a 10 year old from California, and “The Pumpkin Patch Mystery,” a story about a magical and strange land inside of a pumpkin, written by a 10 year old from the Oneida Nation named Nova.Grownups, you can access the ad-free version of the show by visiting storypirates.com/creatorclub, or subscribing right in Apple Podcasts.

Welcome back to Season 7! When last we saw the Story Pirates, they jumped into a magical picture frame to…who knows where! Today, we find out where. Featuring two brand new stories: “The Completely Normal Frog,” a song that is in no way weird, we swear, written by Wyatt, a 10 year old from Vermont, and “The Laughing Landline,” the story of a town that learns a valuable lesson from fading technology, written by a 12 year old from Canada named Fia.Grownups, you can access the ad-free version of the show by visiting storypirates.com/creatorclub, or subscribing right in Apple Podcasts.