The Apple Seed

Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about the inspiring, healing, and connecting power of nature.

(00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne.

(01:20) "World's Second Best Dad" by Antonio Sacre.
A humorous and relatable story about Antonio’s unforgettable experience when taking his family on a whale watching expedition.

(12:26) "Little Moment in the Big City" by Sam Payne.
Sam shares a touching personal story about an unexpected emotional experience during his first visit to New York City.

(15:50) "Yosemite Falls Trail" by Bil Lepp.
A funny and adventurous hiking story about Bil’s climb up the famous Yosemite Falls Trail, where he encounters plenty of obstacles on the journey to a breathtaking scenic view.

Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne.

The Apple Seed is produced by Sam Payne, Wendy Folsom, and Brian Tanner.
Assistant Producers - Matthew Carr, Madie Clasby, Keri Griggs, Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell
Production - Trent Reimschussel and Kip Merrill
Post Production Video Editors - Trent Woolford and Tremiti Childs.
Post-Production Audio Engineers - Dan Carlisle, Aaron Findlay, and Pasen Michaelson.

Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about the powerful impact sports have on our lives.

(00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne.

(01:18) "Devil on Horseback" by Geraldine Buckley.
A heartfelt and humorous story from Geraldine's childhood about the time she became a wrestling fan thanks to the influence of her great aunt.

(09:40) "From Fan to Player" by Sam Payne.
Sam shares a heartfelt story about receiving life-changing words of wisdom from his father through a powerful sports metaphor about stepping into the game instead of watching from the sidelines.

(12:37) "The Golf Team" by Donald Davis.
A funny and relatable story about Donald's experience trying to find a way out of his physical education class during his first year of college.

Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne.

The Apple Seed is produced by Sam Payne, Wendy Folsom, and Brian Tanner.
Assistant Producers - Matthew Carr, Madie Clasby, Keri Griggs, Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell
Production - Trent Reimschussel and Kip Merrill
Post Production Video Editors - Trent Woolford and Tremiti Childs.
Post-Production Audio Engineers - Dan Carlisle, Aaron Findlay, and Pasen Michaelson.

Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about hospitality and its many forms.

(00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne.

(01:12) "The Cow That Ate the Piper" by Bill Harley.
A humorous and outlandish tale about a traveling piper who seeks shelter for the night in a barn, only to encounter unexpected chaos and comedy.

(11:35) "A Surprising Safe Haven" by Sam Payne.
Sam shares a memorable personal experience when he found something he desperately needed but the owner was nowhere to be found.

(15:08) "How Great Grandma Gets Her Stories" by Lyn Ford.
A warm and nostalgic story from Lyn's childhood about the meaningful moments she spent visiting her Great Grandma's house and the stories shared there.

Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne.

The Apple Seed is produced by Sam Payne, Wendy Folsom, and Brian Tanner.
Assistant Producers - Matthew Carr, Madie Clasby, Keri Griggs, Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell
Production - Trent Reimschussel and Kip Merrill
Post Production Video Editors - Trent Woolford and Tremiti Childs.
Post-Production Audio Engineers - Dan Carlisle and Jim Cassler.

Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about the people, memories, and life-changing moments that leave a lasting influence on our lives.

(00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne.

(01:19) "Mrs. Ort" by Kim Weitkamp.
A heartfelt story about Kim's third grade teacher and the lasting impact she had on Kim's life and personal growth.

(15:11) "Friends and Influence" by Sam Payne.
Sam reflects on a time he was asked to write down memories of an old friend, leading him to think deeply about the lasting influence that friend had on him.

(18:43) "The Chinaberry Tree" by Simon Brooks.
A moving story about a young woman facing difficult circumstances whose life is transformed by the unexpected influence of a chinaberry tree.

Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne.

The Apple Seed is produced by Sam Payne, Wendy Folsom, and Brian Tanner.
Assistant Producers - Matthew Carr, Madie Clasby, Keri Griggs, Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell
Production - Trent Reimschussel and Kip Merrill
Post Production Video Editors - Trent Woolford and Tremiti Childs.
Post-Production Audio Engineers - Dan Carlisle, Aaron Findlay, and Pasen Michaelson.

Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about how the quest for food can turn into a hilarious battle of wits.

(00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne.

(01:23) "Punia and Kaialeale" by Alton Takiyama-Chung.
A Hawaiian folk story about a clever young man who must outsmart the powerful King of the Sharks to bring food home for his family.

(11:54) "Chocolate Cookie Mischief" by Sam Payne.
A funny childhood story about Sam getting caught raiding his Grandma’s snack cupboard.

(15:04) "Anansi and The Liar's Contest" by Willy Claflin.
A West African folktale featuring Anansi the spider as he and the other bugs try to decide who gets dinner and who becomes dinner.

Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne.

The Apple Seed is produced by Sam Payne, Wendy Folsom, and Brian Tanner.
Assistant Producers - Matthew Carr, Madie Clasby, Keri Griggs, Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell
Production - Trent Reimschussel and Kip Merrill
Post Production Video Editors - Trent Woolford and Tremiti Childs.
Post-Production Audio Engineers - Dan Carlisle, Aaron Findlay, and Pasen Michaelson.