Storypillar is a podcast for kids and their grownups. Together with Sneak, Bean, and Meg, we’ll tackle the sticky situations kids face as they grow and change. To guide us, we’ll explore stories from all over the world and pick up advice from our listeners along the way. If you're interested in... Stories and using your imagination, Learning about new places and perspectives, Laughing and being silly, Having a space to process big feelings and social emotional challenges, Getting advice from real, live (and very smart) kids...then Storypillar is for you! We can't wait to say "Hey!" and...
S4 Enull · Mon, April 14, 2025
April’s Full Episode: Dance Like a Chicken (Mexico) Story: With help from a fluffy chicken, a drooly dog, and a bubblegum-chomping frenemy, a brave girl teaches her town an important lesson about giving people space to be themselves. Region: Mexico Sticky Situation: What do you do when you see someone being unkind? Unstick Tricks by: Sally (Age 5), Rhys (Age 8), Addison (Age 6), and Cam (Age 4) Feelings Focus: Setting boundaries; being brave; showing kindness Know a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks . Ready to try your hand writing short stories for kids? Check out www.storypillar.com/storysubmissions . Make a donation! Support Storypillar! https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis and Nate Blaweiss Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - Freesound.org -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: AlanaJordan , Grand_Project , JuliusH , <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noref
S4 Enull · Mon, April 07, 2025
Sneak Attack!!! Mighty Monarchs and Cave Bacon in Mexico Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Monterrey, Mexico Facts: Underground rivers, cave bacon, pyramids, and the world’s oldest ball game Animals: Monarch butterflies! Jokes: Butterflies and bacon! Links for Kids: - Matacán Adventure in the Sierra Madre Oriental Mountains - The Great Pyramid of Cholula - Ancient Ball Games - Monarch Butterfly Migration Info Make a donation! Support Storypillar! https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Explore Yoto Player and Yoto Mini at: us.yotoplay.com Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ -Joke Time Song: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://freesound.or
Trailer · Mon, March 24, 2025
Storypillar Season 4 Sneak Listen! (Bonus Episode) It’s almost time for Storypillar Season 4! So grab your ear spoons, and get a little taste of what we have in store for a brand, sparkling new season of Sneak Attacks, Full Episodes, and Bean’s new mini-episodes…Brain Breathers! See you for Season 4 on Monday, April 7th, 2025!!! Grownups, know a smart kid with great advice? We’d love to hear from them. Head to storypillar.com/unsticktricks for details. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artist: Royalty-free-music © 2025 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Mon, February 24, 2025
Season 3 Winter Story Sip 8: Doodle for Strudel (Story Replay) Grab a fork and hop on a stork! We’re headed back to Hungary for our very last Story Sip of Season 3. We’ll check in with our friends, Margot, Farkas, Petra, and Sandor, drool over a car-sized strudel, and learn how to set boundaries when working with a demanding teammate. Story: A bossy boar with an ooey-gooey sweet tooth paints with mud, dances like a possessed worm, and–with a little help from some feisty, furry, fluttery friends–finally learns the true meaning of teamwork. Region: Hungary Sticky Situation: What do you do when you have to work with a bossy teammate? Feelings Focus: Setting boundaries, speaking up, compromising, cooperating Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by: Kathryn Torres Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Niamh McAuliffe Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Forest Sounds -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: Ahmad MousaviPour , Nesrality , Sonican , <a target="_bla
Bonus · Mon, February 17, 2025
Season 3 Winter Story Sip 7: Operation Clawzilla (Story Replay) Story: A little brown duck with big blue feet and a watertight master plan gets a surprising taste of the truth…and a very large new friend. Region: Acadiana (French Louisiana) Sticky Situation: What do you do when someone discredits (disbelieves) you when you’re telling the truth? Feelings Focus: Sticking to the truth, standing firm, speaking up, setting boundaries Just one more Story Sip, and then…get ready for Season 4 on Monday, April 7th, 2025!!! Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: Cosmic_os_studios , e Roybushband , Lesfm , Caffeine_Creek_Band , <a target="_b
Bonus · Mon, February 10, 2025
Season 3 Winter Story Sip 6: Dracula Makes Strudel (Sparky Shorts Story Replay) Grab some strudel and eat a noodle! We’re flapping back to Hungary for this week’s Story Sip from September’s Sparky Shorts Mini-episode! We’ll bake some mint-tastic strudel, learn how to compromise, and bounce all the way to the moon. Story Description: Join Sparky and her pet rocks, Pinky and Dinky, for a silly story featuring her two favorite things from September’s episodes. We’ll don our poofy chefs’ hats with Dracula and his little brother, Zacula, cook up an extra cheesy, minty fresh strudel, and Sparky’ll even teach us to talk like a chicken…Ba-GAWK! Region: Hungary Talk Like a Chicken: Compromise: Bawk, bawk, bawka-bawka-bawka-BAWK! Feelings Focus: Sharing, Compromising, Considering others’ perspectives Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by: Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: The_Mountain , <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pixabay.com/music/elevator-music-elevator-music-bossa-nova-backgro
Bonus · Mon, February 03, 2025
Season 3 Winter Story Sip 5: French Fries and Fur Cakes (Story Replay) Grab some ketchup and slap on your hiking boots! We’re trekking back to Jamaica for this week’s Story Sip from Full Episode 3.9. We’ll quest after magical acorns with our friends Ruby and Fern, hide from eccentric turtles, and–eventually–bury our faces in a lifetime supply of french fries. Story Description: Two adventurous hutias on a quest to track down a magical acorn–and a lifetime supply of french fries–make a cheeky new friend and learn an important lesson about taking advice. Region: Jamaica Sticky Situation: What do you do when it feels like everyone’s telling you what to do? Feelings Focus: Taking advice; Compromising; Setting boundaries Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by: Phill Bechtel and Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: The_Mountain ,<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nof
Bonus · Mon, January 27, 2025
Season 3 Winter Story Sip 4: Rainy With a Chance of Moon Cheese (Story Replay) Grab a helmet and dust off your jetpack! We’re heading back to Chile for this week’s Story Sip from full episode 3.6. We’ll build a tiny rocket, fix a leaky roof, and even nibble some out-of-this-world-delicious moon-zarella. Thanks for listening! We LOVE you! Story Description: With some help from a tiny, cranky deer and an even tinier wildcat ninja, a pint-sized possum puts their moon-cheese dreams on hold and takes responsibility for a horrible, boring, super soggy chore. Region: Chile Sticky Situation: What do you do when you really, really don’t want to do what your grownups have asked you to do? Feelings Focus: Taking responsibility; following through; managing dread and frustration Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by: Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: SoundGalleryByDmitryTaras , <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pixabay.com/music/mystery-
Bonus · Mon, January 20, 2025
Season 3 Winter Story Sip 3: The Story Queen (Story Replay) Bean’s heading back to The Basque Country to hang out with Princess Laia and Stubby the squeaky lizard from Episode 3.5. We’ll swim in the Bay of Biscay, defeat a giant lava-spewing turtle volcano or two, and pick up a few tips for standing firm when someone shoots down your idea. Story Description: With the help of a squeaky lizard, an angry turtle volcano, and two squabbling sisters, an imaginative princess opens her royal father’s mind to the magic and true value of stories. Region: The Basque Country Sticky Situation: What do you do when someone shoots down your idea? Feelings Focus: Speaking up, resilience, setting boundaries, keeping an open mind, respecting perspectives Take our listener feedback survey ! Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by: Megan Cahill-Assenza and Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Niamh McAuliffe Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: -Pixabay Artists: Chillmore , Sonican , Hot_Dope , <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pixabay.com/music/acoustic-group-
Bonus · Mon, January 13, 2025
Season 3 Winter Story Sip 2: Friends Are Not Sweaters (Story Replay) Get your ear straws ready for this week’s yak-tastic Winter Story Sip! That’s when we play one of YOUR favorite Season 3 stories each Monday we’re on Winter Break. So…grab a sweater–or twenty–and join Sparky and Meg for another snuggle with our friends Altan, Qara, and Moon in Mongolia. Take a listen…and let us know what YOU want to hear next week! Grownups, email info@storypillar.com with your or your child’s Season 3 favorites. Use subject line: “Season 3 Story Replays.” Story Description: A golden eagle with dreams of being a cowboy learns a valuable lesson about showing appreciation…and how to differentiate between friends and sweaters. Region: Mongolia Sticky Situation: What do you do when you’re feeling unappreciated? Feelings Focus: Feeling unappreciated and taken for granted; showing appreciation; saying thank you; speaking up; setting boundaries Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Sound Design by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: Music_Unlimited , Moodmode , <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pixabay.com/music/modern-country-western-125865/
Bonus · Mon, January 06, 2025
Season 3 Winter Story Sip 1: The Bunny and the Crow (Story Replay) Pull up a bunny-shaped chair, and settle in for our very first SEASON 3 STORY SIP! Each Monday we’re on winter break, we’ll replay some of YOUR favorite stories from Season 3…it’s like a sip of something hot and yumma-riff-a-storypillar-tastic to hold your ears over until Season 4. This week, we’re headed back to the Yukon to chase after cheeky crows and fluffy bunnies with our friends, Quannah and Yakez, and we’re SO happy you’re along for the ride. Grownups, round up any Storypillar fans you can find and head to storypillar.com to take our listener feedback survey ! Tell us what you love, what you think we should change up, and help shape our first steps into 2025. As always, thanks for listening, and… HAPPY NEW YEAR! Story Replay: The Bunny and the Crow (Full Episode 3.4) Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story Written by: Denise Florez Sound Design by: Meg Lewis and David Wilson Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: KelCraft , PianoAmor , JuliusH , <a target="_blank" rel="noopener norefer
Bonus · Mon, December 23, 2024
Sparky Shorts: Santa and Bow-ala the Koala Share a Surfboard! (Mini-episode) Join Sparky and her pet rocks, Pinky and Dinky, for a silly story featuring her two favorite things from this month’s episodes. We’ll giggle our gizzards off, give our imaginations an extra silly workout, and Sparky’ll even teach us to talk like a chicken…Ba-GAWK! Sparky’s December Favorites: -Koalas ( From Bean-o-meter Check 3.10 ) -Surfing Santa ( From Sneak Attack 3.10 and Full Episode 3.10 ) Talk Like a Chicken: Sharing: Ba-ga-a-awk, Bawk, Ba-a-a-awk! Feelings Focus: Sharing, Compromising, Considering others’ perspectives Helpful Resources: - Age-by-Age Strategies for Helping Kids Share - Great Books About Sharing Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Additional Music and Sound Effects:
S3 E10 · Mon, December 16, 2024
Storypillar Full Episode 3.10: Hot Fudge Snazzy Pizzazzy with a Cherry on Top (Australia) Story: A fabulous duck and her silly sister want nothing more than to win Opal Lake’s tree decorating contest. Join them as they make an unlikely new friend, learn an important lesson about sharing, and bury their faces in a triple-chocolate-super-swirl ice cream sundae! Region: Australia Sticky Situation: What do you do when you really, really don’t want to share? Unstick Tricks by: Sullivan (Age 5), Layla (Age 5), Hope (Age 4), and Lodi (Age 5) Feelings Focus: Sharing; Reciprocating; Setting boundaries Add our Ninja-Monkey-Christma-Kwanz-akuh Bacon Day Puzzle to your gifting list! storypillarstore.threadless.com Make a donation! Support Storypillar! https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: FaeSpencer , SoundDelicious , AlanaJordan , Folk_Acoustic , <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pixabay.com/
Bonus · Mon, December 09, 2024
Bean-o-meter Check 3.10: Feeling Left Out With Abbe and Koko from Koala Moon! (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind and body. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Sympathetic; Feeling Left Out Strategies: Mind and Body Check; Cocoa for Koko (Mindfulness, Coping, Kindness) Links for Kids and their Grownups: - Printable Cocoa for Koko Template - Great Books About Kindness Check out our sleepy-tastic pod friend, Koala Moon ! Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by: Meg Lewis, Jenna Clarke, Suzanna Mcloughlin, Sokratis Seirlis, and Abbe Opher Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis and Koala Moon Staff Sound Effects and Additional Music: Chill Mindfulness Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Feeling Left Out Song: Music_for_video Cocoa for Koko Song:</st
Bonus · Mon, December 02, 2024
Sneak Attack!!! 3.10: Giant Wombats, Surfing Santas, and Pink-eared Zebra Ducks in Australia Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: New South Wales, Australia Facts: Songlines, Giant Wombats, Christmas at the Beach Animals: Pink-eared Ducks and Little Black Cormorants Jokes: Kangaroos and Ducks! Links for Kids: - Indigenous Songlines - Cuddie Springs - Christmas at Bondi Beach - Australian Twelve Days of Christmas - Little Black Cormorant Facts - Pink Eared Duck Facts Make a donation! Support Storypillar! https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ -Joke Time So
Bonus · Mon, November 25, 2024
We Need Your Thumbs Today, 11/25/24! Follow Us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and Help Us GROW! If you LOVE Storypillar (and happen to have thumbs 😆), please follow Storypillar on Apple Podcasts and Spotify sometime today, Monday, 11/25/24. Here’s how on Apple Podcasts: Sometime today, Monday, 11/25/24, open this link on your phone or tablet. Tap “follow” in the upper right hand corner. And to hop over to Spotify… Open this link on your phone or tablet. Tap the “follow” button just under our show art. Troubleshooting: If the provided links don’t work, simply open Apple Podcasts and Spotify on your phone or tablet, search for “Storypillar,” and follow the rest of the instructions above. If you’re already following us in both apps: Hooray! Thank you! Please send our show to a friend and ask them to follow us as well. Simply find the three dots to the right of our show art (that’s upper right in APC and lower right in Spotify) and tap “share.” A giganterrific thank you for helping us GROW!!! We love you…and your thumbs! 👍🤗 Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Additional Music and Sound Effects: -Pixabay Artist:<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pixabay.com/music/elevator-music-elevator-music-bossa-nova-background-music-ver
Bonus · Mon, November 18, 2024
Bean-o-meter Check 3.9: Feeling Hopeful (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind and body. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Hopeful Strategies: Mind and Body Check; Fluffy, Floaty, Fizzy Happy Dance (Mindful Movement) Links for Kids and their Grownups: Sea Dragons Info Mindful Movement Games Check out our fantasterrific pod friends… Snoriezzz , Opal Watson: Private Eye , and The Kids Book Review Podcast: For Kids, by Kids Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: Chill Mindfulness Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Feeling Hopeful Song: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollo
Bonus · Fri, November 15, 2024
Welcome to Storypillar! ( Episode guide for new listeners) New to Storypillar!? Here’s a quick guide for navigating our silly, supportive, story-tastic episodes. Whether you love stories, are looking for cool facts, or need help with big emotions, Sneak, Bean, Sparky, and Meg will point you in the right direction. Happy listening, and we’re so very happy you’re here! Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Additional Music and Sound Effects: -Suzanna Bridges as Sparky - www.freesound.org -Pixabay Artist: Onoychenkomusic 2 Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S3 E9 · Mon, November 11, 2024
Storypillar Full Episode 3.9: French Fries and Fur Cakes (Jamaica) Story: Two adventurous hutias on a quest to track down a magical acorn–and a lifetime supply of french fries–make a cheeky new friend and learn an important lesson about taking advice. Region: Jamaica Sticky Situation: What do you do when it feels like everyone’s telling you what to do? Unstick Tricks by: Corbin (Age 12), Sanaya (Age 12) Feelings Focus: Taking advice; Compromising; Setting boundaries Make a donation! Support Storypillar! https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Check us out on Yoto! us.yotoplay.com Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by: Phil Bechtel Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: FaeSpencer , Space Elevations , Cosmic_os_studios , UNIVERSFIELD ,
Bonus · Mon, November 04, 2024
Sneak Attack!!! 3.9: Lady Pirates, Radioactive Spas, and Greater Bulldog Bats in Jamaica Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Jamaica Facts: Negril Cliffs, Milk River Baths, Ackee and Saltfish Animals: Greater Bulldog Bat Jokes: Pirates and Bats! Links for Kids: - Jamaica Facts for Kids - Greater Bulldog Bat Facts - Anne Bonny and Mary Read, Lady Pirates (**Sensitive themes; grownups may want to preview this one.) - Ackee and Saltfish Make a donation! Support Storypillar! https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Check out our fantasterrific pod friends… Snoriezzz , Opal Watson: Private Eye , and The Kids Book Review Podcast: For Kids, by Kids Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Me
Bonus · Mon, October 21, 2024
Bean-o-meter Check 3.8: Feeling Jumpy (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind and body. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling jumpy, anxious, and a little spooked Strategies: Mind and Body Check; Worst Thing’s First (Mindfulness, coping) Links for Kids and their Grownups: Worry Stones Step-by-Step Instructions Help Kids Cope With Anxiety Check out our fantasterrific pod friends… Snoriezzz , Opal Watson: Private Eye , and The Kids Book Review Podcast: For Kids, by Kids Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: Chill Mindfulness Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ </
S3 E8 · Tue, October 15, 2024
Storypillar Full Episode 3.8: Shriek Your Spots Off! (Sri Lanka) Story: With help from an exuberant elephant, a timid leopard learns to boost her bravery and face her fears…and winds up with a brand-new, cheeky, shrieky friend. Region: Sri Lanka Sticky Situation: What do you do when you’re feeling intimidated? Unstick Tricks by: Parker (Age 15), Layla (Age 5) Feelings Focus: Facing fears; Setting boundaries Check out our fantasterrific pod friends… Snoriezzz, Opal Watson: Private Eye, and The Kids Book Review Podcast: For Kids, by Kids! Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by: Megan Cahill-Assenza Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - Forest Sounds -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: TVARI Bali Nature , Bot Beats Silk Dream , Sonican World Adventure Jungle Mystery , Royalty Free Music Indian Percussion , Raspberry Music Bo
Bonus · Mon, October 07, 2024
Sneak Attack!!! 3.8: Leading Ladies, Musical Bread Trucks, and Flowery Civet Butts Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Sri Lanka Facts: First Female Prime Minister, Head Waggles, and Musical Bread Trucks Animals: Golden Palm Civets Jokes: Bread and Caves! Links for Kids: Sri Lankan Caves The Sri Lankan Head Waggle Musical Bread Trucks in Sri Lanka Golden Palm Civet Facts Check out our fantasterrific pod friends… Snoriezzz , Opal Watson: Private Eye , and The Kids Book Review Podcast: For Kids, by Kids Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: -Joke Time Song: https://
Bonus · Mon, September 30, 2024
Sparky Shorts: Dracula Makes Strudel! (Mini-episode) Join Sparky and her pet rocks, Pinky and Dinky, for a silly story featuring her two favorite things from this month’s episodes. We’ll giggle our gizzards off, give our imaginations an extra silly workout, and Sparky’ll even teach us to talk like a chicken…Ba-GAWK! Sparky’s September Favorites: -Dracula’s Cave ( From Sneak Attack!!! 3.7 ) -Strudel ( From Doodle for Strudel, Full Episode 3.7 ) Talk Like a Chicken: Compromise: Bawk…bawk…bawkabawkabawka-BAWK! Feelings Focus: Compromising, Setting boundaries Links for Kids and their Grownups: Orange Cookie Compromise Activity Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Additional Music and Sound Effects: -Suzanna Bridges as Sparky - www.freesound.org -Talk Like a Chicken Song: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pixabay.com/music/elevator-music-elevator-music-bossa-nova-background-music-version-60s-109
Bonus · Mon, September 16, 2024
Bean-o-meter Check 3.7: Feeling Ignored (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind and body. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling ignored, unheard, and unseen Strategies: Mind and Body Check; Sparkle Like a Rainbow Glitter Disco Star (Mindfulness, coping, affirmations) Links for Kids and their Grownups: Inner Sparkle Star Template Affirmation Activities for Kids Check out our story-tastic pod friends… Koala Shine , Kitten and Clucky , and Bearily Bear ! Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: Chill Mindfulness Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Feeling Invisible Song: <a target="_blank" rel="no
S3 E7 · Mon, September 09, 2024
Storypillar Full Episode 3.7: Doodle for Strudel (Hungary) Story: A bossy boar with an ooey-gooey sweet tooth paints with mud, dances like a possessed worm, and–with a little help from some feisty, furry, fluttery friends–finally learns the true meaning of teamwork. Region: Hungary Sticky Situation: What do you do when you have to work with a bossy teammate? Unstick Tricks by: Charlotte (Age 7), Amelia Anne (Age 9) Feelings Focus: Setting boundaries, speaking up, compromising Check out our story-tastic pod friends… Koala Shine , Kitten and Clucky , and Bearily Bear ! Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by: Kathryn Torres Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Niamh McAuliffe Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Forest Sounds -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: Ahmad MousaviPour , Nesrality , <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="htt
Bonus · Mon, September 02, 2024
Sneak Attack!!! 3.7: Speedy Cubes, Spooky Caves, and Pine Marten Poop in Hungary Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Hungary Facts: Caves and Rubik’s Cubes Animals: Pine Martens Jokes: Rubber Duckies and Squirrels! Links for Kids: Hungary Facts for Kids Rubik’s Cube Facts Exploring Budapest’s Caves Pine Marten Facts Pod Friends: Bearily Bear , Kitten and Clucky , Koala Shine , and Podcast 360 Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Joke Time Song -<a targ
Bonus · Mon, August 19, 2024
Bean-o-meter Check 3.6 Feeling LAZY (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling lazy; Not wanting to do something Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Big Fluffy Marshmallow (Mindfulness, coping, expressing and regulating emotions) Links for Kids and their Grownups: Fun With Marshmallows Tips for Motivating and Encouraging Kids Check out our story-tastic new pod friends… Koala Shine and Bearily Bear ! Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: Chill Mindfulness Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Feeling Lazy Song: https://soundcloud.com/sethamakessounds/s
S3 E6 · Mon, August 12, 2024
Storypillar Full Episode 3.6: Rainy With a Chance of Moon Cheese (Chile) Story: With some help from a tiny, cranky deer and an even tinier wildcat ninja, a pint-sized possum puts their moon cheese dreams on hold and takes responsibility for a horrible, boring, super soggy chore. Region: Chile Sticky Situation: What do you do when you really, really don’t want to do what your grownups have asked you to do? Unstick Tricks by: Emmi (Age 8), Sage (Age 8) Feelings Focus: Taking responsibility, following through, managing dread and frustration Check out our story-tastic pod friends… Koala Shine and Bearily Bear ! Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: Nerdyboyz , <a target=
Bonus · Mon, August 05, 2024
Sneak Attack!!! 3.6: Funny Fjords, Mighty Minis, and the Mapuche People in Chile Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Chile Facts: The Mapuche People Animals: Monitos del Monte, Pudus, and Kodkods Jokes: Cats and Pasta! Links for Kids: The Mapuche Culture Chile Facts for Kids Pudu Facts Monito del Monte Facts Kodkod Facts Check out our story-tastic new pod friends… Koala Shine and Bearily Bear ! Know a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Shoot us an email at info@storypillar.com . Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: M
Bonus · Mon, July 22, 2024
Summer Guest Episode: Dive into Newsy Pooloozi! (Bonus Episode) While Sneak, Bean, Sparky, and I are busy whipping our August episodes into shape, we thought your ears could use an extra refreshing treat to get you through the last few weeks of July. So… Grab a popsicle or 20, settle into your giant hotdog pool floaty, and let’s dive into some kid-friendly news stories from one of our favorite pod friends…Newsy Pooloozi! Join host Leela and her mom Lyndee for a peek at scrabble’s brand new makeover, a quick swim with some chatty whales, and an unexpected road trip with an incredibly sneaky cat. HAPPY SUMMER! A huge-gantic self-high five to our news-tastic pod friends, Newsy Pooloozi! Become a Storypillar Monthly Supporter: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Sound Design and Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or good advice for sticky situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Mon, July 15, 2024
Bean-o-meter Check 3.5 Feeling Sympathetic (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling sympathetic; Empathy; Comforting a friend or loved one Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Mind-aids! (Mindfulness; Coping; Tokens of kindness) Sympathy and Empathy for Kids: - Books That Teach Empathy and Compassion - Empathy Bracelets - Printable Band-aid Outline Check out our news-tastic pod friend… Newsy Pooloozi ! Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: -Chill Mindfulness Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Feeling Sympathetic Song: https://freesound.org/people/
S3 E5 · Mon, July 08, 2024
Storypillar Episode 3.5: The Story Queen Story: With the help of a squeaky lizard, an angry turtle volcano, and two squabbling sisters, an imaginative princess opens her royal father’s mind to the magic and true value of stories. Region: The Basque Country Sticky Situation: What do you do when someone shoots down your idea? Unstick Tricks by: Alexa (Age 12), Eve (Age 7), and Daniel (Age 12) Feelings Focus: Speaking up, resilience, setting boundaries, keeping an open mind, respecting perspectives Check out our news-tastic pod friend, Newsy Pooloozi ! Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by: Megan Cahill-Assenza and Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Niamh Mcauliffe Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: Chillmore , Sonican ,
Bonus · Mon, July 01, 2024
Sneak Attack!!! 3.5: Fast Balls, Angry Bulls, and Pyrenean Desmans in the Basque Country Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: The Basque Country Facts: Sailors and Pelote Animals: Pyrenean Desmans Jokes: Bulls and Ships! Links for Kids: Basque Country Facts for Kids Pelote Facts San Fermín Bull Running Facts Pyrenean Desman Facts Check out our news-tastic pod friend… Newsy Pooloozi ! Know a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? We’d love to hear their Unstick Trick! Shoot us an email at info@storypillar.com . Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ -Joke
Bonus · Mon, June 17, 2024
Bean-o-meter Check 3.4: Feeling FURIOUS!!! (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Furious, Enraged, Madder Than Mad! Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Be the Volcano! (Mindfulness; Breath Regulation; Coping with Anger) Coping With Anger Resources: - Helping Kids Cope With Anger - Anger Management for Kids Check out our pod friends… - The Adventures of Power Dog in Dogland - Reach: A Space Podcast for Kids - Newsy Pooloozi Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: -Chill Mindfulness Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Feeling Furious Song: <a target="_blank" rel="noopene
S3 E4 · Mon, June 10, 2024
The Bunny and the Crow: Episode 3.4 Story: An annoyed big sister and her energetic little brother team up to rescue a treasured toy from a stuffy-loving crow. Region: The Yukon Sticky Situation: What do you do when you’re feeling cranky and irritated with a sibling? Unstick Tricks by: Charlotte (Age 8), Esme (Age 7), and Aviana (Age 7) Feelings Focus: Siblings, feeling irritated, setting boundaries, compromise Check out our pod friends! - The Adventures of Power Dog - Reach: A Space Podcast for Kids - Newsy Pooloozi Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by: Denise Florez and Meg Lewis Sound Design/Editing: Meg Lewis David Wilson Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: JuliusH , <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" hr
Bonus · Mon, June 03, 2024
Sneak Attack!!! 3.4: Cool Caribou, Broken Thermometers, and the Gwich’in Nation in the Yukon Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: The Yukon Facts: The Gwich’in Nation and Super Duper Freeze-tastic Weather Animals: Caribou Jokes: Caribou and Icicles! Links for Kids: Interesting Yukon Facts Gwich’in Book for Kids: The Delta is my Home Caribou Facts for Kids Gwich’in Facts for Kids Check out our pod friends… - The Adventures of Power Dog in Dogland - Reach: A Space Podcast for Kids - Newsy Pooloozi Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - <a target
Bonus · Mon, May 20, 2024
Bean-o-meter Check 3.3 Feeling Discouraged (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Discouraged; Down; Hard on Yourself Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Alien Ambassador (Mindfulness; Affirmations) Affirmation Activities for kids: https://calmahoykids.co.uk/2021/06/28/strengths-based-affirmations-for-kids/ Check out our pod friends! - The Big Fib - ABC Story Sisters - The Adventures of Power Dog in Dogland Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: -Chill Mindfulness Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ -Feeling Discouraged Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/725420/ Know a kid with cool fa
S3 E3 · Mon, May 13, 2024
SEAL TIME!!! Storypillar Episode 3.3 Story: A frustrated seal ditches the marbles, says “See ya, soccer ball!” and slips into the sea for a little swimming and saving lives. Go, Esther, go! Shine like a starfish! Region: Iran Sticky Situation: What do you do when you feel like you can’t do anything right? Unstick Trick by: Sage (Age 12) Feelings Focus: Feeling frustrated, feeling discouraged, self-confidence, celebrating strengths Check out our pod friends! - The Big Fib - ABC Story Sisters - The Adventures of Power Dog in Dogland Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by: Kathryn Torres Sound Design/Audio Editing: Niamh McAuliffe Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ -Clogging: https://freesound.org/people/bmccoy2/sounds/379611/ -<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferr
Bonus · Mon, May 06, 2024
Sneak Attack!!! 3.3: Caspian Seals, Fancy-schmancy Saffron, and Lava-hot Deserts in Iran Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Iran Facts: Saffron, The Lut Desert, and Ancient Ruins Animals: Caspian Seals Jokes: Seals and Deserts! Links for Kids: Iran Facts for Kids Caspian Seal Facts Ancient Ruins in Iran Why is Saffron More Expensive Than Gold? Finding the Hottest Place on Earth Check out our pod friends… - The Big Fib - ABC Story Sisters - The Adventures of Power Dog in Dogland Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison a
Bonus · Mon, April 22, 2024
Happy Earth Day, Chicken Tray! (Bonus Episode) Pull some weeds and plant a seed, it’s EARTH DAY!!! Join Sneak, Bean, Sparky, and Meg for a special-tastic Earth Day episode featuring…YOU, our listeners! We’ll hear all about your favorite ways to take care of the planet, share links to some Earth-friendly crafts and organizations, and celebrate our fantast-a-riff-a-roo monthly supporters, Ada and Rafi. A huge-tastic self-high five to: Eli, Hope, Artem, Annecy, Carter, Izzie, Erin, Jane, Polly, Sebastian, and Gabriel for sharing their Earth Day advice. Reuse, Recycle…and Recreate! Upcycled Earth Day Crafts: https://www.weareteachers.com/earth-day-crafts-classroom-activities/ Support Kids’ Access to Clean Water: https://splash.org/donate Shop Stylish, Sustainable Kids’ Clothes at: www.treehousekids.shop Become a Monthly Supporter: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) - Bineleyas -<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href=
Bonus · Mon, April 15, 2024
Bean-o-meter Check 3.2 Feeling…EVERYTHING! (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling multiple feelings at once Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Bird Sitting (Mindfulness; Naming Emotions) Importance of Naming Emotions: https://ourlittleplaynest.com/labelling-emotions-why-and-how-free-resource-guide-included/ Feelings Bingo: https://www.thebestideasforkids.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Emotions-Bingo-The-Best-Ideas-for-Kids.pdf Check out our pod friends! Cráneo and Buenas Noches Cráneo: https://bit.ly/CumbreKidsPods Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ - https://f
S3 E2 · Mon, April 08, 2024
Operation Clawzilla: Episode 3.2 Story: A little brown duck with big blue feet and a watertight master plan gets a surprising taste of the truth…and a very large new friend. Region: Acadiana (French Louisiana) Sticky Situation: What do you do when someone disbelieves you when you’re telling the truth? Unstick Tricks by: Luke (Age 8) and Bristol (Age 4) Feelings Focus: Sticking to the truth, standing firm, setting boundaries Check out our pod friends! Cráneo and Buenas Noches Cráneo: https://bit.ly/CumbreKidsPods ABC Story Sisters: https://abcstorysisters.com/ Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, Sound Designed, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ -Clogging: https://freesound.org/people/bmccoy2/sounds/379611/ - Suzanna Bridges -Pixabay Artists: Roybushband , Lesfm , Caffei
Bonus · Mon, April 01, 2024
Sneak Attack!!! 3.2: Chicken Runs, Shell-o-tards, and Crawpappies in Acadiana (French Louisiana) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Acadiana (French Louisiana) Facts: Diversity and Mardi Gras Chicken Runs Animals: Crawdads! Jokes: Rice and Ice cream Links for Kids: Acadiana Facts for Kids Acadiana Culture Mardi Gras in Acadiana Crawfish Facts for Kids Crawfish and Rice Aquaculture Check out our new pod friends, Cráneo and Buenas Noches Cráneo! https://bit.ly/CumbreKidsPods cumbrekids.org Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - <a t
Bonus · Mon, March 25, 2024
Ear-cuperation Episode 4: Achoo-Boo! (Story Replay) Hold on to your ear pits, and get ready for our last Ear-cuperation Episode before jumping back into Season 3 of Storypillar! We’ll take another listen to Achoo-Boo! from Episode 2.6 and blast off to South Korea to help our friends Ara and Duri face their fears, climb a mountain, and find a much needed tissue :) And then, tiny hen…We’ll be back with the rest of Season 3 on Monday, 4/1/24! Hot honey cheese balls! Also… OUR STORYPILLAR STORE IS LIVE!!! Head to storypillarstore.threadless.com for t-shirts, mugs, puzzles, and even more fantasterrific Storypillar swag. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by: Courtney Lewis Sound Design and Audio Editing: Niamh McAuliffe Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Calming Piano Loop: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/679738/ -Cheerful Instrumental Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/680393/ -Slightly Spooky Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/672440/ -Pixabay Artist: Roman Belov Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or good advice for sticky situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/c
Bonus · Mon, March 18, 2024
Ear-cuperation Episode 3: Treetops, Giant Lakes, and Galagos in Ghana (Sneak Attack!!! 9 Replay) While Meg’s off ear-cuperating, crack open a bag of broccoli or a mouth watering can of spaghetti and join us for another listen to Sneak Attack!!! 9 from Season One of Storypillar. Sneak will visit a giant lake, hang out in the treetops with some teeny but jump-tastic galago friends, and laugh his knee socks off with some amazing jokes featuring trees and bugs. Also… OUR STORYPILLAR STORE IS LIVE!!! Holy tomato toes! Head to storypillarstore.threadless.com for t-shirts, mugs, puzzles, and even more fantasterrific Storypillar swag. See you on Monday, 4/1/24 for the rest of Season 3 of Storypillar!!! Links for Kids: Ghana Facts Kakum National Park Demidoff’s Galago Facts Fastest Backward Run Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ Pixabay Artists: SOFRA , The_Mountain Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or good advice for sticky situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Mon, March 11, 2024
Ear-cuperation Episode 2: Cow-operation (Story Replay) While Meg’s off ear-cuperating, pull up a pogo stick and join us for another listen to Cow-operation from Storypillar Episode 8! Story: A book-loving cow herd bests her wicked stepmother with help from some large, slobbery friends. Sticky Situation: What do you do when something seems impossible? *Feelings Focus: Teamwork, Working Together, Persistence We’ll be back on Monday, 4/1/24 with the rest of Season 3 of Storypillar!!! Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Pixabay Artists: William_King , Marc Corominas , K00sin Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or good advice for sticky situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, March 05, 2024
Ear-cuperation Episode 1: Get Well Soon, Meg!!! Meg’s ear is under the weather, and–thanks to Sneak and Sparky–about to be covered in soup and bandaids :) Instead of our usual Sneak Attack!!!, we’ll explain a health-related pause to Season 3 of Storypillar, let you know what we have planned for March 2024, and get a handle on our worries with a Bean-o-meter Check blast from the past. Grownups, send any questions to info@storypillar.com , and see below for great resources to use when talking to kids about illness, change, and uncertainty. Talking About Illness, Change, and Uncertainty with Kids: - Thought Defusion for Parents and Kids (Coping with Anxiety) - Helping Kids Cope With Uncertainty - Talking With Kids About Illness Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ -https://freesound.org/people/Bertsz/sounds/672782/ Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or good advice for sticky situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S3 E1 · Mon, February 26, 2024
Friends Are Not Sweaters (Storypillar Episode 3.1) Story: A golden eagle with dreams of being a cowboy learns a valuable lesson about showing appreciation…and how to differentiate between friends and sweaters. Region: Mongolia Sticky Situation: What do you do when you’re feeling unappreciated? Unstick Tricks by: Jimmy (Age 8), Jamie (Age 8) and Jayna (Age 4) Feelings Focus: Feeling unappreciated and taken for granted; showing appreciation; saying thank you; speaking up; setting boundaries Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: Music_Unlimited , Moodmode , Qube Sounds , NourishedByMusic , SiddharathJi , NourishedByMusic Know a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks . © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Mon, February 19, 2024
Sneak Attack!!! Season 3 Kickoff: Super Houses, Lunar New Year, and Yak Poop in Mongolia Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Mongolia Facts: Nomadism, Gers, and Lunar New Year Animals: Yaks and Golden Eagles Jokes: Yaks and Eagles! Links for Kids: - Mongolia Facts for Kids - Nomadism and Gers in Mongolia - Tsaagan Sar (Mongolian Lunar New Year) - Yak Facts for Kids - Young Female Eagle Hunter Article Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis and Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ -Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ - Pixabay Artists: Music_Unlimited Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Mon, February 12, 2024
Winter Story Sip 6: Party (Plan) ‘Til You Drop (Season 2 Story Replay) We’re off to Pakistan for another amaze-tastic birthday bash with our friends, Dhole, Honey Badger, Porcupine, Owl, and Peacock…hopefully with more cake and fewer broken promises :) And then get your giggly goats ready for our Season 3 kickoff next Monday, 2/19/24! We CAN’T WAIT to explore even more stories, tackle the stickiest of situations, and laugh our lollipops off with you for another whole season. See you then! Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story Written by: Denise Florez Sound Design by: Meg Lewis and Niamh McAuliffe Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: NaturesEye , Bineleyas , The_Mountain , SergeQuadrado © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Mon, February 05, 2024
Winter Story Sip 5: Little Monkeys…BIG TIGER!!! (Winter Break Story Replay) Grab some jungle jerky and fire up the old time machine, because we’re taking a blast to the past to listen to the very first episode of Storypillar EVER! Join us this week for another taste of Little Monkeys…BIG TIGER!!! from Season 1, Episode 1. Also, Meg keeps getting sick, so we’re pushing Season 3’s big debut back one week to Monday, February 19, 2024. And…we’re almost ready to launch our STORYPILLAR ONLINE STORE!!! We’ll have t-shirts, puzzles, mugs…and other fantasterrific trinkets with our faces plastered all over them. :) Keep an eye out for the link… coming soon in February 2024. We miss you! See you soon! Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Mon, January 29, 2024
Winter Story Sip 4: Llama Drama False Alarm-a (Season 2 Story Replay) Grab a saddle and dust off your dancing shoes! We’re heading back to New England to bust a groove move with Ella and her silly new friends for this week’s Winter Story Sip: Llama Drama False Alarm-a from Episode 2.8. And…we’re almost ready to launch our STORYPILLAR ONLINE STORE!!! We’ll have t-shirts, puzzles, mugs…and other fantasterrific trinkets with our faces plastered all over them. :) Keep an eye out for the link… coming soon in February 2024. See you for Season 3 on Monday, 2/12/24!!! Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story Written By: Megan Cahill-Assenza Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Country Celtic Song: https://freesound.org/people/TheFlyFishingFilmmaker/sounds/621593/ -Contemplative Guitar Song: https://freesound.org/people/LogicMoon/sounds/320346/ -Pixabay Artists: Peter Barbaix , The_Mountain , jcmmusicguitar , Daddy_s_Music © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Mon, January 22, 2024
Winter Story Sip 3: Rabbits Don’t Climb Trees (Season 2 Story Replay) Get your climbing paws ready for this week’s sass-tastic Winter Story Sip! Bean’s heading back to The Smoky Mountains to hang out with Sass, Smudge, and Tulip from Episode 2.5 and pick up a few tips for setting boundaries with an unkind friend. And…we’re almost ready to launch our STORYPILLAR ONLINE STORE!!! We’ll have t-shirts, puzzles, mugs…and other fantasterrific trinkets with our faces plastered all over them. :) Keep an eye out for the link… coming soon in February 2024. See you for Season 3 on Monday, 2/12/24!!! Pod Friend Alert: Check out another great storytelling podcast, Grim, Grimmer, Grimmest . Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Native Flute Songs: https://freesound.org/people/kerri/sounds/58810/ https://freesound.org/people/ethang/sounds/88795/ -Pixabay Artists: SergePavkin , John Fothergill © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Mon, January 15, 2024
Winter Story Sip 2: Stand Tall and Samba (Season 2 Story Replay) Get your ear straws ready for this week’s samba-licious Winter Story Sip! This week, Sparky and Meg are blasting back to Brazil to shake it with Beatriz, Sapo, Porco, Ara, and a super special-tastic magic plant. Take a listen…and let us know what YOU want to hear next week! Grownups, email info@storypillar.com with your or your child’s Season 2 favorites. Use subject line Season 2 Story Replays. See you for Season 3 on Monday, 2/12/24!!! HELP US WIN A SONIC BLOOM PEOPLE’S CHOICE PODCAST AWARD! (Please:) Vote for Storypillar here by… TODAY(!!!), January 15, 2024. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Stand Tall and Samba Story Written by: Molly Murphy Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Pixabay Artists: FreeGroove , Serge Quadrado , Lexin_Music © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Mon, January 08, 2024
Winter Story Sip 1: Cinn-A-Rhythm Pull up a carrot-shaped chair and settle in for our very first WINTER STORY SIP OF 2024! Each Monday we’re on break, we’ll replay some of YOUR favorite episodes from Season 2…like a sip of something hot and sweet and yumma-riff-a-storypillar-tastic…for your ears. 😆 This week, we’re headed back to Denmark to visit our friends Kat, Hund, Fugl, and their delicious cinnamon rugbrød. Let us know what YOU want to hear next week! Grownups, email info@storypillar.com with your or your child’s favorites–subject line, Season 2 Story Replays. See you for Season 3 on Monday, 2/12/24!!! HELP US WIN A SONIC BLOOM PEOPLE’S CHOICE PODCAST AWARD! (Please:) Vote for Storypillar here before January 15, 2024. Rugbrød Recipe: https://true-north-kitchen.com/easy-overnight-danish-rye-rugbrod/ Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Cinn-A-Rhythm Story Written by: Megan Cahill-Assenza Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Pixabay Artists: Serge Quadrado , Julius H , Music Box (Serge Quadrado) © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Mon, January 01, 2024
Season 2 THANK YOU!!! We had a fun-tast-a-riff-a-roo time exploring stories, sillies, and Sticky Situations with you this season, and could not possibly have made it through without all of YOU!!! So-o-o-o, cookie dough…this week’s episode is all about YOU and how grateful we are to have you in our Storypillar family. ♥️ THANK YOU!!! See you for Season 3 on Monday, 2/12/24! And… HELP US WIN A SONIC BLOOM PEOPLE’S CHOICE PODCAST AWARD! (Please:) Vote for Storypillar here before January 15, 2024. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Seth_Makes_Sounds - Suzanna Bridges - Pixabay Artists: The_Mountain , Daddy_s_Music Far from the City , CB-RECORDS , NaturesEye , Serge Quadrado , FreeGroove , Bineleyas © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S2 E10 · Mon, December 25, 2023
SEASON 2 FINALE!!! Turnips and Lumpy Cakes ( Storypillar Episode 2.10) Story: Join Petra–our new friend with a serious Christmas cake obsession–her trusty, scruffy piglet, and a human, but very mossy toadstool for a magical lesson about appreciating what you have…even when you’re feeling a little greedy. Region: Germany Sticky Situation: What do you do when you realize you’ve been a little greedy? Unstick Tricks by: Colin (Age 14) and Anaya (Age 11) Feelings Focus: Feeling greedy, Coping with disappointment, Making amends We want to know which Season 2 stories YOU want to hear while we’re on break! Grownups, email info@storypillar.com , subject line: Season 2 Story Replays. SEE YOU FOR SEASON 3 ON MONDAY, 2/12/24! Little-known December Holidays: National Bacon Day Day of the Ninja Monkey Day Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: CB-RECORDS , Julius H , Chillmore , Serge Quadrado © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC<
Bonus · Thu, December 21, 2023
Bean-o-meter Check 2.9: Feeling Pensive (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Pensive Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check Snowflake Sensory Bottle: https://homeschoolpreschool.net/winter-snowflake-sensory-bottle/ Dancing Snowflake Meditation: https://www.greenchildmagazine.com/winter-guided-meditation-for-kids-dancing-snowflakes/ Little-known December Holidays: National Bacon Day Day of the Ninja Monkey Day Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Chill Background Music: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Pensive Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/687006/ Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, December 19, 2023
Sneak Attack!!! 2.9: Christmas Pyramids, Stollen, and Squeaky-clean Badgers in Germany Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Germany Jokes: Christmas Trees and Cake! Links for Kids: European Badger Facts German Holiday Traditions Stollen Recipe Little-known December Holidays: National Bacon Day Day of the Ninja Monkey Day Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ - Pixabay Artists: CB-RECORDS Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S2 E9 · Mon, December 11, 2023
Party (Plan) ‘Til You Drop Storypillar Episode 2.9 Story: A dreamy crocodile, prickly porcupine, and sleepy owl discover the importance of keeping their word…and that birthday parties are always better with cake. Region: Pakistan Sticky Situation: What do you do if a friend breaks a promise? Unstick Tricks by: Leo (Age 10) and Caden (Age 7) Feelings Focus: Broken promises, Feeling let down, Earning and giving trust, Making amends Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story Written by: Denise Florez Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: NaturesEye , Bineleyas , The_Mountain , SergeQuadrado Know a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Thu, December 07, 2023
Bean-o-meter Check 2.8: Feeling Disappointed (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Disappointed Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Unlucky/Lucky Duckies Helping Kids Cope with Disappointment: https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-help-kids-cope-with-disappointment Dormant Frogs Info: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-do-frogs-survive-wint/ Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Chill Background Music: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Disappointed Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/709598/ Unlucky/Lucky Ducky Song: https://freesound.org/people/DanJFilms/sounds/529008/ Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, December 05, 2023
Sneak Attack!!! 2.8: Mega Mountains, Super Soccer Balls, and Delightful Dholes in Pakistan (Mini-Episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Pakistan Jokes: Soccer and Canines! Links for Kids: Pakistan Facts for Kids Sialkot Soccer Balls Dhole Facts Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ - Pixabay Artists: Bineleyas Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S2 E8 · Mon, November 27, 2023
Llama Drama False Alarm-a Storypillar Episode 2.8 Story: After a few spitballs, some pig farts, and a late-night romp in a creepy forest, a wary llama learns to embrace her forever farm family. Region: New England Sticky Situation: How do you know if a new friend is trustworthy? Unstick Tricks by: Lev (Age 4) and Lucy (Age 5) Feelings Focus: Feeling wary, Feeling hurt, Earning and giving trust, Making new friends This giving Tuesday, please consider a donation to Lilypads Housing: https://www.lilypadshousing.org/donate Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story Written by: Megan Cahill-Assenza Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) - Country Celtic Song - Contemplative Guitar Song -Pixabay Artists: Peter Barbaix , The_Mountain , jcmmusicguitar , Daddy_s_Music Know a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Thu, November 23, 2023
Bean-o-meter Check 2.7: Feeling Grateful (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Grateful Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check A huge-tasteriffic shoutout to… Jamie, Jayna, Alex, Eli, and Grace for your turkey-tastic gratitude sound bites! Thankful Turkeys Activity: https://busytoddler.com/teaching-toddlers-to-be-thankful/ This giving Tuesday, please consider supporting our friends at… Lilypads Housing Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Chill Background Music: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Grateful Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/706018/ Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, November 21, 2023
Sneak Attack!!! 2.7: Lollipops, Sideburns, and Super Star-nosed Moles in New England (Mini-Episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: New England Jokes: Moles and Lollipops! Links for Kids: The History of Sideburns Paper House Lollipop Origins Star-nosed Mole Facts Check out our pod friends: Little News Ears YouTube Channel Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ - Pixabay Artist: Daddy_s_Music Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S2 E7 · Mon, November 13, 2023
Liz-owl-ard vs. Butterfang Storypillar Episode 2.7 Story: A tiny deer with big fangs flaps off to the treetops to turn the tricky tables on her mischievous lizard friend. Region: Malaysia Sticky Situation: What do you do when someone plays an unkind trick? Unstick Tricks by: Isaac (Age 12) and Ksenyah (Age 11) Feelings Focus: Feeling tricked, scared, and betrayed; Speaking up; Setting boundaries Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: David Wilson Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Tribal Style Drums: https://freesound.org/people/rodincoil/sounds/271383/ -LoFi Jungle Bells: https://freesound.org/people/nnaudio/sounds/507034/ -Pixabay Artists: Muzaproduction , www_lokhmatovmusic_com , Humanoide Media Know a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Thu, November 09, 2023
Bean-o-meter Check 2.6: Feeling Overwhelmed (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Overwhelmed Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Sloth Soup (Mindfulness) Creepy Crawly Mindfulness with Like You Podcast: https://likeyoupodcast.com/podcast/130-creepy-crawly-mindfulness/ Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Chill Background Music: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Overwhelmed Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/689128/#comments Sloth Soup Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/674936/ Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, November 07, 2023
Sneak Attack!!! 2.6: Colossal Caves, Lofty Lizards, and Mini Mouse Deer in Malaysia (Mini-Episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Malaysia Jokes: Bats and Lizards! Links for Kids: Malaysia Facts for Kids Sarawak Chamber Facts Millions of Hungry Bats Mouse Deer Facts Flying Lizard Facts Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ - Pixabay Artist: Muzaproduction Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S2 E6 · Mon, October 30, 2023
Storypillar Episode 2.6: Achoo-BOO! Story: Duri is on a desperate hunt for a tissue–easier said than done if you happen to be a shy, sneezy ghost. Luckily, she runs–er, floats–into Ara, a new friend also on an important quest. Together, they climb mountains and tackle fears…with plenty of giggles and achoo-boos along the way. Region: South Korea Sticky Situation: What do you do when you’re feeling scared? Unstick Tricks by: Bea (Age 5) and Asher (Age 6) Feelings Focus: Facing fears; Trying new things; Reciprocating kindness Check out our AMAZETASTIC pod friends: -Asher and Kristen from Culture Kids Podcast -Mr. Eric, Fred the Dog, and JFKat from What if World -Hear Duri, the sneezy ghost, on What if World : Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story Written by: Courtney Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Niamh McAuliffe Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Calming Piano Loop: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/679738/ -Cheerful Instrumental Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/680393/ -Slightly Spooky Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/672440/ -Pixabay Artist: Roman Belov © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Thu, October 26, 2023
Bean-o-meter Check 2.5: Feeling Scared with Fred the Dog from What if World Podcast! (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Scared Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Baby Brain Steps Check out our AMAZETASTIC pod friends: Mr. Eric, Fred the Dog, and JFKat from What if World Facing Fears Books for Kids: https://www.readbrightly.com/9-books-help-kids-manage-fears-phobias/ Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Chill Background Music: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Spooky Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/672440/ Baby Brain Steps Meditation Song: Pixabay Artist: Kevin Horizon Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, October 24, 2023
Sneak Attack!!! 2.5: Toilets, Mud, and Deer Fangs in South Korea (Mini-Episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: South Korea Jokes: Toilets and Deer! Links for Kids: South Korea Facts Siberian Musk Deer Facts Mr. Toilet House Nap Cafes Boryeong Mud Festival Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ Happy Chill Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/680393/ Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S2 E5 · Mon, October 16, 2023
Storypillar Episode 2.5: Rabbits Don’t Climb Trees Story: A sneezy rabbit, quippy snail, and one extremely proud possum learn a thing or two about setting boundaries…and somehow figure out how to get animals with no climbing skills whatsoever up a giant tree. Region: The Cherokee Ancestral Lands (The Smoky Mountains) Sticky Situation: What do you do when a friend is unkind? Unstick Tricks by: Alex (Age 7), and Addie (Age 11) Feelings Focus: Speaking up; empathy; setting boundaries Trail of Tears Resources: https://historyforkids.org/trail-of-tears/ https://kids.kiddle.co/Trail_of_Tears Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Niamh McAuliffe Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Native Flute Songs: https://freesound.org/people/kerri/sounds/58810/ https://freesound.org/people/ethang/sounds/88795/ -Pixabay Artists: SergePavkin , John Fothergill Know a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Thu, October 12, 2023
Bean-o-meter Check 2.4: Feeling Spacey (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Spacey Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Fluffy Little Cloud Meditation Relaxing With Clouds: https://kidsrelaxation.com/clouds-the-ultimate-inspiration-for-relaxation/ Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Chill Background Music: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Spacey Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/685302/ Cloud Meditation Song: Pixabay Artist: Serge P Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, October 10, 2023
Sneak Attack!!! 2.4: Smoke, Salamanders, and Deer Tigers in the Ancestral Cherokee Lands/Smoky Mountains (Mini-Episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: The Ancestral Cherokee Lands (Smoky Mountains) Jokes: Mountains and Cats! Links: Cherokee Facts for Kids Great Smoky Mountain National Park Why are the Smoky Mountains Smokey? Cougar Facts Trail of Tears Resources: https://historyforkids.org/trail-of-tears/ https://kids.kiddle.co/Trail_of_Tears Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ Native Flute Song: https://freesound.org/people/ethang/sounds/88795/ Pixabay Artists: SergePavkin , John Fothergill Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S2 E4 · Mon, October 02, 2023
Stand Tall and Samba Storypillar Episode 2.4 Story: A tiny frog, a jolly porcupine, and an exuberant macaw help a budding botanist find her inner strength…and shimmy out a samba or two. Region: Brazil Sticky Situation: How do you stand up for a friend? Unstick Tricks by: Arabella (Age 5), Julian and Addie (Ages 5 and 11), and Izzy (Age 6) Feelings Focus: Standing up for a friend; empathy; setting boundaries Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story Written by: Molly Murphy of Dorktales Storytime Podcast Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) - Pixabay Artists: FreeGroove , Serge Quadrado , Lexin_Music Know a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Thu, September 28, 2023
Bean-o-meter Check 2.3: Feeling Annoyed (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Annoyed Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Irritation Investigation Calming Angry Feelings With Yoga: https://lemonlimeadventures.com/5-simple-ways-help-children-calm-angry-feelings-yoga-free-printable/ Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Chill Background Music: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Annoyed Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/686643/ Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, September 26, 2023
Sneak Attack!!! 2.3: Rainforests, Rhinos, and Hairy Helicopter Tree Hoppers in Brazil (Mini-Episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Brazil Jokes: Rhinos and Bugs! Links: Brazil Facts Brazilian Treehopper Facts Protecting the Amazon Cacareco (City Council Rhinoceros) Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ Pixabay Artist: FreeGroove Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S2 E3 · Mon, September 18, 2023
Owl for One and One for Owl Storypillar Episode 2.3 Story: Three rascally owl chicks help a cranky taro farmer discover that our loved-ones are always with us. Region: Hawaii Sticky Situation: What do you do to feel better when you miss someone you love? Unstick Tricks by: Arabella (Age 5), Bea (Age 5), Julian (Age 5); with help from Addie (Age 11) Feelings Focus: Missing someone special Curious about the owls featured in this episode? Check out these Pueo Facts Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) - Hawaii Nature Ambient Sound Dreamscape Song: Granular Spaces - Pixabay Artists: Serge P , Lesfm , Peter Barbaix Know a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Thu, September 14, 2023
Bean-o-meter Check 2.2: Feeling Relieved (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Relieved Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Feelings Snapshot Meditation for Kids: https://www.greenchildmagazine.com/guided-relaxation-happy-heart/ Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Chill Background Music: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Light and Airy Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/686777/ Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, September 12, 2023
Sneak Attack!!! 2.2: Hot Lava and Cool Chameleons in Hawaii (Mini-Episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Hawaii Jokes: Volcanoes and Lizards Links: Hawaii Facts for Kids Jackson’s Chameleon Moon Training Food Forests Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ Uplifting Guitar Song Hawaii Nature Ambient Sound Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S2 E2 · Mon, September 04, 2023
Storypillar Episode 2.2 Story: A sneaky cat and her cheerful hound sidekick discover that friends’ feelings are worth much more than a hunk of bread–even when it’s hot, fluffy and sprinkled with cinnamon. Region: Denmark Sticky Situation: What do you do when you’re feeling guilty? Unstick Trick by: Xavier, Age 12 Feelings Focus: Guilt, Friendship Check us out on Twinkl’s list of Best Educational Podcasts for Homeschoolers! Read the blog post here . Educators, check out Twinkl’s downloadable, standards-aligned curriculum materials here . Rugbrød Recipe Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by: Megan Cahill-Assenza Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) - Pixabay Artists: Serge Quadrado , Julius H , Music Box (Serge Quadrado) © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Thu, August 31, 2023
Bean-o-meter Check 2.1: Feeling Nervous (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. *Feelings Focus: Feeling Nervous Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Mind Hugs (Mindfulness) Back to School Transition Advice for Families: https://www.understood.org/en/articles/experts-weigh-in-how-can-i-get-my-young-child-less-anxious-about-starting-school Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Chill Background Music: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Feeling Nervous Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/698812/ Running Lizards Sound Effect: https://freesound.org/people/JeffNevington/sounds/340321/ *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, August 29, 2023
Sneak Attack!!! 2.1: Bats and Legos in Happy Denmark (Mini-Episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Denmark Jokes: Bats and Legos! Links: Denmark Facts for Kids Pipistrelle Bat Facts Echolocation Facts Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ - Pixabay Artist: Serge Quadrado Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S2 E1 · Mon, August 21, 2023
Storypillar Episode 2.1: Blue With Envy (SEASON 2 PREMIERE!) Story: With a little help from a magic (but slightly annoying) cow, a jealous big sister steps out of her brother’s shadow and learns to truly shine. Region: Botswana Sticky Situation: What do you do to feel better when you’re jealous? Unstick Trick by: Annecy, Age 10 Feelings Focus: Jealousy, Self-worth Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Audio Editing: Niamh McAuliffe Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) - Pixabay Artists: Alinhwalker , Victoria_Regen , XtremeFreddy , Pixabay Know a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Mon, August 14, 2023
Summer Story Snack 5: Why is That Teakettle Flying??? Last Story Snack of the summer! Pull up a rainbow sprinkle popsicle surprise and settle in for another listen to our friends Kaito and Stripe from episode five. And then…we’re back for Season 2 next Monday, 8/21/23!!! HOLY CHEESE BALLS!!! We can’t wait to see you then :) Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Mon, August 07, 2023
Summer Story Snack 4: Mighty as a Mouse Get your ears ready for another yumtastic Story Snack, and join us for Mighty as a Mouse from Episode 4. One more Story Snack next week, and then we’re back on Monday, 8/21/23 for Season 2. Grownups–know a kid with great advice for handling jealousy or guilt? We’d love to hear from them! Head to www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks for next steps. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Mon, July 31, 2023
Summer Story Snack 3: Sticks and Stones Get your ice, cold Story Snack! Join us for another taste of Sticks and Stones from Episode 9. See you on Monday, 8/14/23 for Season 2, and check back next Monday for one more tastetasteriffic Story Snack! HELP US WIN A PEOPLE’S CHOICE PODCAST AWARD! (Please:) Head to https://www.podcastawards.com/ and vote for Storypillar in the Kids and Family Category before July 31, 2023. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Pixabay Artist: Ahmad Mousavipour © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Mon, July 24, 2023
Summer Story Snack 2: Wet Wings Never Win Story Snack Alert! Join us for another little taste of Wet Wings Never Win from Episode 7. Bring your ear fork (or spoon)! See you on Monday, 8/14/23 for Season 2, and check back on Mondays between now and then for more delish-eriffic Story Snacks. And… HELP US WIN A PEOPLE’S CHOICE PODCAST AWARD! (Please:) Head to https://www.podcastawards.com/ and vote for Storypillar in the Kids and Family Category before July 31, 2023. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Pixabay Artists: REDproductions , Aleksandr Karabanov , and Kevin Horizon © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Mon, July 17, 2023
Summer Story Snack 1: Carrots, Cushions, and Farts of Shame Get your ice cold Story Snacks! Join us for another little taste of Carrots, Cushions, and Farts of Shame from Episode 3. See you on Monday, 8/14/23 for Season 2, and check back on Mondays between now and then for more delish-tastic Story Snacks. HELP US WIN A PEOPLE’S CHOICE PODCAST AWARD! (Please:) Head to https://www.podcastawards.com/ and vote for Storypillar in the Kids and Family Category before July 31, 2023. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis
Bonus · Mon, July 10, 2023
THANK YOU, Storypillar Friends! One last episode of season one in honor of…YOU! We are fantasteriffically grateful that you joined our Storypillar family this season! We can’t thank you enough, and are excited to tackle more stories and sticky situations with you in season 2, starting Monday, 8/14/23. HELP US WIN A PEOPLE’S CHOICE PODCAST AWARD! (Please:) Head to https://www.podcastawards.com/ and vote for Storypillar in the Kids and Family Category before July 31, 2023. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Seth_Makes_Sounds - Suzanna Bridges - After (no drums version) by Sondre Drakensson - Pixabay Artists: Ummbrella and NourishedByMusic © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S1 E11 · Mon, July 03, 2023
Chameleon's Big Win (SEASON 1 FINALE) Story: A sneaky chameleon learns that friends are worth much more than winning. Region: Ghana Sticky Situation: What do you do when something feels really unfair? Unstick Trick by: Raquel, Age 7, Grace, Age 6 and Jamie, Age 7 *Feelings Focus: Fairness and Cheating Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar WE NEED YOUR HELP! Grownups, check out our Summer Break Survey . Let us know what YOU (and your kids) want to hear. Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story Written by: Megan Cahill-Assenza (IG: @m.cahillassenza ) Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Rebecca Cunningham Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Suzanna Bridges - Pixabay Artists: SOFRA , Jess Lefebvre , Yoav Alyagon , and Ummbrella © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Thu, June 29, 2023
Bean-o-meter Check 9: Feeling Happy (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. *Feelings Focus: Feeling Happy Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Feelings Snapshot Feelings Check-ins for Families: https://www.teachingexpertise.com/classroom-ideas/emotional-check-in-activity-for-students/ Grownups, don’t forget to check out our Summer Break Survey and let us know what YOU (and your kids) want to hear while we’re away. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ Chill Background Music: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Feeling Happy Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/689168/ *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, June 27, 2023
Sneak Attack!!! 9: Treetops, Giant Lakes, and Galagos in Ghana (Mini-Episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Ghana Jokes: Trees and Bugs! Links: Ghana Facts Kakum National Park Demidoff’s Galago Facts Fastest Backward Run Grownups, don’t forget to check out our Summer Break Survey and let us know what YOU (and your kids) want to hear while we’re away. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ - Pixabay Artists: SOFRA Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S1 E10 · Mon, June 19, 2023
Storypillar Episode 10 Story: The Sun Will Come Out…On Tuesday A brave big sister bounces on a cloud, rides a leaping whale…and finds the strength to do the right thing. Region: Wales Sticky Situation: What do you do when you’re really dreading something? Unstick Trick by: Julia, Age 12 and Selah, Age 6 *Feelings Focus: Feeling Dread, Doing the Right Thing Guest Narrator: Michelle Nott Website: https://www.authormichellenott.com Facebook – Michelle’s Kid Lit Bookshelf Twitter – @MimiLRN Instagram – @michnott Michelle's recent book, Teddy Let’s Go! is available wherever books are sold. For a signed copy, please order from Park Road Books in Charlotte, NC and add a message that you would like it personalized before checking out. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Audio Editing: Tessa Flannery Meg Lewis Robin Lai Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - After (no drums version) by Sondre Drakensson - Pixabay Artist: Celtic Guitar Song -Clean Guitar #28 Celtic Vibe by Tri-Tachyon © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Thu, June 15, 2023
Bean-o-meter Check 8: Feeling Blue (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. *Feelings Focus: Feeling Blue Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Favorite Place Meditation Meditation for Kids: Butterfly Meditation Script Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ Chill Background Music: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Feeling Blue Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/679187/ *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, June 13, 2023
Sneak Attack!!! 8: Spidery, Sheepy, Mountainy Wales (Mini-Episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Wales Jokes: Sheep and Spiders Links: Wales Facts Carneddau Wild Ponies Chepstow Castle Raft Spiders Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ Pixabay Artists: Celtic Guitar Song Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S1 E9 · Mon, June 05, 2023
Storypillar Episode 9 Story: Sticks and Stones Two siblings overcome their differences on a quest for a magic bird…and discover a thing or two about true wealth. Region: Spain Sticky Situation: What do you do when you’re bored and having trouble being patient? Unstick Trick by: Amelia Anne, Age 7 *Feelings Focus: Patience, Controlling Impulses, Mindfulness (Distraction) Summer Break Survey Link: Tell us what YOU want to hear during our summer break. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Pixabay Artists: Ahmad Mousavipour *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with great advice for sticky situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Thu, June 01, 2023
Bean-o-meter Check 7: Feeling Antsy (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. *Feelings Focus: Feeling Antsy Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check Special Guest Mindfulness Song: Wiggle, by Noah Glenn of Like You Podcast Find more information at… Likeyoupodcast.com instagram.com/likeyoupod patreon.com/likeyoupodcast Mindfulness Resources for Kids: https://positivepsychology.com/mindfulness-for-kids/ Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ Chill Background Music: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Antsy Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/687015/ *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, May 30, 2023
Sneak Attack!!! 7: Spain, Sparkle Caves, and Genets (Mini-Episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Spain Jokes: Tomatoes and Oranges! Links: Spain Facts Gruta de las Maravillas/Aracena Caves La Tomatina (Tomato Food Fight) Small Spotted Genet Facts Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ Pixabay Artist: Ahmad Mousavipour Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Sun, May 28, 2023
Storypillar Pod Friend Alert! Dorktales Storytime If you LOVE Storypillar, definitely check out our latest pod friend... Dorktales Storytime (Ages 5-10) is a podcast for kids and families featuring fairytales with social-emotional themes and important, but unfortunately overlooked historical figures. Dorktales’ creators, Jodi Murphy, Molly Murphy, and Jonathan Cormur (a mother-daughter-son team), believe social and emotional learning provides kids with a strong foundation of mental wellness, a message amplified in each delightfully engaging episode. A great episode to start with is… Big Bad’s Big Feelings Listen wherever you get your podcasts. More information at https://jonincharacter.com/dorktales-storytime-podcast/
S1 E8 · Mon, May 22, 2023
Storypillar Episode 8 Story: Cowoperation A book-loving cow herd bests her wicked stepmother with help from some large, slobbery friends. Region: Serbia Sticky Situation: What do you do when something seems impossible? Unstick Trick by: Roma, Age 7 *Feelings Focus: Teamwork, Working Together, Persistence Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: Suzanna Bridges , Resident Chicken Bawk Expert https://freesound.org/ Pixabay Artists: William_King Marc Corominas K00sin *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with great advice for sticky situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Thu, May 18, 2023
Bean-o-meter Check 6: Feeling Frustrated (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. *Feelings Focus: Feeling Frustrated Strategies: -Mind, Body, and Voice Check -Talk Up Instead of Cutting Down Sensory Scavenger Hunt: https://mindfullittles.org/senses-scavenger-hunt/ Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ Chill Background Music: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Frustrated Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/653517/ *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, May 16, 2023
Sneak Attack!!! 6: Serbia, Wolves, and Expensive, Cheesy Donkeys (Mini-Episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Serbia Jokes: Wolves and Cheese! Links: Serbia Facts Floating Islands Pule Cheese Info Gray Wolves Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ Pixabay Artist: William_King Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S1 E7 · Mon, May 08, 2023
Storypillar Episode 7 Story: Wet Wings Never Win A tiny but mighty dragonfly teaches a mustachioed monkey king a lesson in kindness. Region: The Philippines Sticky Situation: What do you do when someone refuses to help you? Unstick Trick by: Farhan, Age 12 *Feelings Focus: Empathy, Reciprocating Kindness Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: - https://freesound.org/ - Pixabay Artists: REDproductions , Aleksandr Karabanov , and Kevin Horizon *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with great advice for sticky situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Thu, May 04, 2023
Bean-o-meter Check 5: Feeling Proud (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. *Feelings Focus: Feeling Proud Strategies: -Mind, Body, and Voice Check -Affirmations Emotions and Self Awareness in Kids: https://www.pbs.org/parents/learn-grow/all-ages/emotions-self-awareness Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ Chill Background Music: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Happy Proud Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/684614/#comments *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, May 02, 2023
Sneak Attack!!! 5: Stinky Flowers, Binturong Butts, and the Philippines (Mini-Episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: The Philippines Jokes: Popcorn and Islands! Links: The Philippines Facts Rafflesia Facts (Giant, stinky flower) Binturong Facts Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ https://pixabay.com/music/world-jungle-hunter-15260/ Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Mon, April 24, 2023
Storypillar Pod Friend Alert! The Adventures of Power Dog in Dogland Trailer Hey Storypillar Friends! Love Storypillar ? In search of more great shows? Then you’re in luck! Check out this trailer for our newest pod friend, The Adventures of Power Dog in Dogland . Join Power Dog and his pack as they encounter new creatures, work together to solve problems, and discover powers they didn’t even know they had. You can find more information at powerdogadventures.com and listen wherever you get your podcasts. Happy listening! -Sneak, Bean, and Meg
S1 E6 · Mon, April 24, 2023
Storypillar Episode 6 Story: Carry That Donkey! Two brothers learn the hard (and heavy way) that you just can’t please everyone. Region: Switzerland *Feelings Focus: Self doubt; self affirmation Unstick Trick by: Noam, Age 8 Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Audio Editing: Tessa Flannery Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with great advice for sticky situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Thu, April 20, 2023
Bean-o-meter Check 4: Feeling Hurt (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. *Feelings Focus: Feeling Hurt or Cut Down Strategies: -Mind, Body, and Voice Check -Paper Tears (Emotion Processing) Kid Feelings Links: https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/helping-kids-express-their-emotions Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ Chill Background Music: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Melancholy Music: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/674931/ *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, April 18, 2023
Sneak Attack!!! 4: Snow and Salamanders in Switzerland (Mini-Episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Switzerland Jokes: Mountains and Snow! Switzerland Facts: https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/geography/countries/article/switzerland Largest Ice Dome: https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/news/2016/2/largest-dome-igloo-made-of-snow-is-built-in-switzerland Alpine Salamander: https://critter.science/the-alpine-salamander/ Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S1 E5 · Mon, April 10, 2023
Storypillar Episode 5Story: Why is That Teakettle Flying??? A lowly monk finds an old, beat up tea kettle…and a surprising new friend. Region: Japan *Feelings Focus: Dealing with insults Unstick Trick by: Jamie, Age 7 Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with great advice for sticky situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Thu, April 06, 2023
Bean-o-meter Check 3: Feeling Excited (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. *Feelings Focus: Feeling Excited Strategies: -Mind, body, and voice check -Happy dance Kid Feelings Links: https://buzzwordpgh.org/buzzwords-activities/feelings Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ Chill Background Music: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ Happy Guitar Music: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/680113/ *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, April 04, 2023
Sneak Attack!!! 3: Japan, Volcanoes, and Tanukis ( Mini-episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Japan Jokes: Volcanoes and Raccoons! (But not Raccoon Volcanoes) Japan Facts: https://kids.kiddle.co/Japan Volcanoes in Japan: https://www.japan.travel/national-parks/plan-your-visit/guides-and-stories/volcanoes-what-are-they/ Tanuki Facts: https://www.treehugger.com/what-the-heck-is-a-tanuki-things-you-didnt-know-about-raccoon-dogs-4864262 Morinji Temple: https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/morinji-temple Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S1 E4 · Mon, March 27, 2023
Storypillar Episode 4 Story: As Mighty as a…Mouse??? With help from a hungry dad and a mysterious voice, a tiny mouse discovers her inner giant. Region: Algeria *Feelings Focus: Meeting new people; getting past bad first impressions Unstick Trick by: Eli, Age 5 Pod Friend: Once Upon A Meadow Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with great advice for sticky situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Thu, March 23, 2023
Storypillar Pod Friend Alert! Once Upon A Meadow Trailer Hey Storypillar Friends! Love Storypillar ? In search of more great shows? Then you’re in luck! Check out this trailer for our newest pod friend, Once Upon a Meadow . Each episode follows a group of animals and plants who live in a meadow and find ways to work together, despite their differences. You can listen to Once Upon a Meadow wherever you get your podcasts, and you can check out their activities at onceuponameadow.com . Happy listening! -Sneak, Bean, and Meg
Bonus · Thu, March 23, 2023
Bean-o-meter Check 2: Feeling Worried (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. *Feelings Focus: Feeling Worried Strategies: -Mind, body, and voice check -Tiny rockets (thought defusion) Kid Feelings Links: Thought Defusion for Parents and Kids Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ https://freesound.org/people/Bertsz/sounds/672782/ *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, March 21, 2023
Sneak Attack!!! 2: Algeria, Mice, and Fennec Foxes ( Mini-episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Algeria Jokes: Mice and Fennec Foxes! Algeria Facts for Kids: https://kids.britannica.com/kids/article/Algeria/345824 Fennec Fox Facts: https://www.coolkidfacts.com/fennec-fox-facts/ Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S1 E3 · Mon, March 13, 2023
Storypillar Episode 3 Story: Cushions, Carrots, and Farts of Shame A very full belly changes one man’s life…forever. Region: Yemen *Feelings Focus: Feeling embarrassed Unstick Trick by: Polly, Age 12 Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with great advice for sticky situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Thu, March 09, 2023
Bean-o-meter Check 1: Feeling Calm (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. *Feelings Focus: Feeling Calm Strategies: Mind, body, and voice check Resources: https://tryingtogether.org/dap/social-emotional-resources/ Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/ *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Tue, March 07, 2023
Sneak Attack!!! 1: Yemen, Dinosaurs, and Carrots ( Mini-episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Yemen Jokes: Dinosaurs and Carrots (but sadly not in the same joke) Dinosaur footprints in Yemen article: https://www.livescience.com/2551-dinosaur-footprints-arabian-peninsula.html Bedouin facts for kids: https://kids.kiddle.co/Bedouin Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Bonus · Fri, March 03, 2023
Mini-Episode: Thank you, Storypillar Friends!!! This mini-episode is all about the fantasteriffically kind and generous people who helped make Storypillar happen…THANK YOU!!! Holy cheese balls, we could not have done it without you. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S1 E2 · Wed, March 01, 2023
Story: Stuck Feeling Angry…Literally A mischievous rabbit loses his cool and finds himself in a very sticky situation indeed. Region: Okefenokee Swamp, Georgia, USA *Feelings Focus: Feeling really, really angry Unstick Trick by: Zellie, Age 6 (Almost 7) Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with great advice for sticky situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
S1 E1 · Mon, February 27, 2023
Story: Little Monkeys…BIG TIGER!!! One brave monkey uses his wits to outsmart an arrogant tiger. Region: Meghalaya, India *Feelings Focus: Feeling small and not very brave in a new place Unstick Trick by: Jamie, Age 7 Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art (View on www.storypillar.com ) : Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ *Feelings focus is our kid-friendly name for the SEL (Social Emotional Learning) theme of the week. Know a kid with great advice for sticky situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks . © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
Trailer · Wed, February 08, 2023
Storypillar is a podcast for kids and their grownups. Together with Sneak, Bean, and Meg, we’ll tackle the sticky situations kids face as they grow and change. To guide us, we’ll explore stories from all over the world and pick up advice from our listeners along the way. Full episodes every other Monday starting 2/27/23. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list . Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe © 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC
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