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The Story Ark Podcast

Food For Thought Audio

All aboard the Story Ark! Join Captain Kenny Mears as he takes you on a curated voyage through stories told by storytellers from all over the world. From river rafting misadventures to praying bears and unknown fairy tales, these stories are bound to delight and leave you laughing, crying, or just plain inspired!The Story Ark releases every Monday. The Story Ark is a production of Food For Thought Audio. For more content and information on this and other shows, be sure to follow us on social media

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9:35

"The Mitten: A Ukrainian Folk Tale"

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2025/06/16

Welcome aboard the Story Ark! Join Captain Kenny Mears on a delightful voyage into the heart of Ukrainian folklore. In this episode, we're honored to feature Laurie Allen, a seasoned storyteller and friend of the show, as she shares arguably Ukraine's most famous folktale: "The Mitten."Folk tales offer a unique window into different cultures, and this timeless story is no exception. Follow young Yvon as he ventures out into the snowy forest with his grandmother Baba's beautifully knitted mitten

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12:16

"Mrs. Morris"

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2025/06/09

Welcome aboard the Story Ark! This week, Captain Kenny Mears navigates the currents of influence and impression. We all encounter people who leave their mark, for better or worse, and today's storyteller, Jeff Driggs, shares a humorous and insightful true story about a particularly memorable sixth-grade teacher, Mrs. Morris.Join Jeff, President of the Utah Storytelling Guild, as he recounts the perplexing and sometimes exasperating methods of Mrs. Morris, a first-year teacher with "crazy ideas"

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13:30

"Mollie Whuppie"

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2025/06/02

Ahoy, story lovers! Captain Kenny Mears welcomes you aboard the Story Ark for a journey into the ever-evolving world of folklore. This episode features the enchanting voice of Lora Schmidt, a seasoned storyteller with over 30 years of experience, as she shares her delightful British rendition of the classic tale, "Mollie Whuppie."Join us as Lora weaves a spellbinding tale of a clever young girl named Mollie Whuppie who, along with her sisters, is abandoned in the woods. Their journey leads them to

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7:51

"My Uncle Yelmer"

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2025/05/26

On this special Memorial Day episode of The Story Ark, Captain Kenny Mears invites listeners on a poignant voyage into family history and wartime sacrifice. Guest storyteller Wayne Kartchner shares the remarkable and heartbreaking story of his Uncle Yelmer, a young Navy tail gunner during World War II.At just 17, Yelmer and his brother Irvin joined the Navy following the attack on Pearl Harbor. While Irvin served as a cook on a battleship, Yelmer was assigned to patrol the West Coast in a PV-1

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7:46

"The Davis County Jail and My Best Purchase"

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2025/05/19

Step aboard the Story Ark for a special episode hosted by Kenny Mears, where we spotlight the heartfelt storytelling of Wayne Kartchner. This episode features two moving pieces from Wayne: a poignant poem, "Davis County Jail," and a touching family story, "My Best Buy."In "Davis County Jail," Wayne offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of those seeking solace and redemption within the chapel of a county jail. Through vivid imagery and empathetic storytelling, listeners meet a cast of

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17:31

"Silly Hans"

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2025/05/12

Step aboard the Story Ark with your host, Kenny Mears, as we set sail on a journey through one of humanity’s oldest traditions: storytelling. In this episode, we explore the enduring appeal of the "wise fool" tale with a special performance of “Silly Hans,” a classic story by Hans Christian Andersen.Renowned storyteller and ventriloquist Randel McGee joins us, channeling Andersen himself to bring this whimsical Danish folktale to life. Discover the tale of Silly Hans, the underestimated third son

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7:57

"Ratonita"

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2025/05/05

All aboard The Story Ark! In this enchanting episode, Captain Kenny Mears invites listeners to set sail on a heartwarming journey of love, compromise, and family with the story "Ratonita," brought to life by storyteller Wayne Kartchner.Travel to the vibrant streets of Cobán, Guatemala, where Mita, a beautiful little mouse, and Vajo, a shy house finch, find themselves swept up in a whirlwind romance. Against the odds-and across species-their love blossoms, leading to a wedding that becomes the talk

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7:42

"Little Red Riding Hood From The Wolf's Point Of View"

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2025/04/28

Welcome aboard The Story Ark! In today’s episode, Captain Kenny Mears takes us on a journey that challenges how we see heroes and villains. Featuring master storyteller Laurie Allen, we hear the classic tale of Little Red Riding Hood—but this time, it's from the wolf’s perspective.What if the "Big Bad Wolf" wasn’t so bad after all? Laurie’s humorous and heartfelt retelling reveals a misunderstood mother just looking for a little adult conversation on a rough day. Join us for a fresh, funny, and

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13:09

"The Cat and The Camellias"

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2025/04/21

Is there life after death? Can love transcend the divide between the living and the dead? These are the questions Elizabeth Atkinson Gibson seeks to ask us with her story "The Cat and The Camellias."Elizabeth Atkinson Gibson is a member of the Utah Storytelling Guild, for more information on the guild, check out their website at https://www.utahstorytellingguild.website/Elizabeth Atkinson Gibson is a professional storyteller, to find out more about her work, check out her website at

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7:49

"George Bunny"

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2025/04/14

Some stories are full of magic and whimsy, with talking animals and a little adventure. This is one of those stories children tell that their parents simply won't believe. Join friend of the show and masterful storyteller Wayne Kartchner as he shares the story of George Bunny.For more information on Wayne, be sure to check out his profile with The Utah Storytelling Guild: https://www.utahstorytellingguild.website/project/wayne-kartchner-2/

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9:59

"He Pulled Out A Rather Large Envelope"

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2025/04/07

Love requires effort and sacrifice, a giving of one's self to their partner. Beyond that, love requires courage, especially at the start to talk to that one special someone. This is the story of how one brave young man asked the love of his life to a dance, was rejected, and tried again.For more information on the Utah Storytelling Guild, check out their website: https://www.utahstorytellingguild.websiteFor more information on Stephanie, check out her page with USG:

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13:09

"Taily Po"

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2025/03/31

The Appalachian Mountains are ancient and full of spooks, from ghosts and conjuring women to "boogers," creatures of a supernatural nature permeate the region. Join storyteller Elizabeth Atkinson Gibson as she shares a classic Appalachian spook story, Taily Po. This story is bound to entertain, terrify, and delight even the bravest of listeners!Elizabeth Atkinson Gibson is a member of the Utah Storytelling Guild, for more information on the guild, check out their website at

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17:15

"Hey Little Brother"

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2025/03/24

Families can be complicated, and the stories we tell about them often reflect that. Join storyteller John Harrison as he shares about the complexities of his parentage and discovering more about his long lost father.

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6:54

"Just at that minute the neighbor's cat started...

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2025/03/17

Some fairy tales are instantly recognizable, and that's a connecting point for many of us. Join storyteller Wayne Kartchner as he spins us a tale of giant pumpkins and fiddling cats from Hubbard County, the fantastical county founded by Old Mother Hubbard.For more information on Wayne, be sure to check out his profile with The Utah Storytelling Guild: https://www.utahstorytellingguild.website/project/wayne-kartchner-2/

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23:44

Spirituality and Hard Things Part 3 - "Who Am I...

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2025/03/10

Life is hard, especially if you're constantly on the move, or have rough relationships. It can often feel like you are adrift, without an anchor to hold you in place. That is what life was like for Kaitlynn as she dealt with loneliness, bullying, and abuse, until she found the power of belief and faith in God.

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15:52

Spirituality and Hard Things Part 2 - "Are You A...

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2025/03/03

Sometimes we find ourselves in hard situations that may seem impossible to get out of. That's exactly the kind of situation Mahonri found himself in. In too deep and wanting desperately to serve God through a mission, this is the story of how he took a step of faith and had miracles happen.

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26:33

Spirituality and Hard Things Part 1 - "I Finally...

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2025/02/24

Life is hard, we all know it. Many of us put our faith in something greater to help us through the hardship. Join us for part 1 of Mahonri's story as he shares the trials and faith-building that happened in his journey to finishing high school.

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10:48

"We were stuck and we couldn't see anything."

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2025/02/17

Join us as storyteller Sal from Palermo, Italy, shares the story of his misadventure on a mountain, and the little bit of divine help he received along the way. This story is certain to entertain, uplift, and inspire you, and maybe even grow your faith a little along the way.

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7:25

"You're Cute" - Valentine's Day Special

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2025/02/10

Love. It's all around this time of year, and while many of us just can't seem to find that special someone for Valentine's Day, some people get all the attention just because they're unavailable. Join our Captain Kenny Mears as he shares the humorous story of unwanted romantic interest he recieved while serving as a Christian Latter-Day Saint missionary in Italy.

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13:37

"If a feller could get himself a bear cub."

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2025/02/03

Join storyteller Dave as he shares a couple stories about why you should be cautious around bears, and why you should especially avoid god-worshiping bears. Today's stories are bound to entertain, delight, and give you a healthy respect for the outdoors.

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