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Dorktales Storytime | Stories for Kids Who Love Big Adventures

Jonathan Cormur | DorktalesStorytime.com

Welcome to the wonderful, wacky, and wildly imaginative world of Dorktales Storytime, an award-winning kids and family podcast with stories for kids and their pop-culture loving grownups. Join hosts Jonathan Cormur and Mr. Reginald T. Hedgehog as they explore the land of Once Upon a Time through three kinds of tales: clever and geeky retellings of classic fairy tales and fables, original Once Upon a Time lore stories about magical places and friendly creatures, and inspiring stories about the Hidden

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19:56

BONUS: The Jupiter Twins in The Beastly Brew by Koala...

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2025/04/10

Send us a text We’re bringing you a bonus episode from our friends at Koala Shine—a podcast full of exciting, mindful adventures with wonderful characters like Koko the Koala, Hector & Sunny, and the Jupiter Twins. Their storyteller, Kelly, will take you to incredible places—from Ancient Rome to the Land of Dinosaurs—sharing awesome facts and jokes along the way! The story we’ve chosen for you is The Jupiter Twins: The Beastly Brew. Come with Kelly to the Academy of Magic, where Lily and ...

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18:23

The Color Pillars - An Ancient Mystery Story for Kids

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2025/04/03

Send us a textJonathan and Redge travel to the Cliffhangers eager to witness the legendary Color Pillars glow in the Spring Equinox light. But when they arrive in the village of Symbol Ism, they discover something is terribly wrong—the once-vibrant pillars are covered in an eerie, unexplainable muck. As they search for answers, they encounter someone who sees the fading pillars as a sign to tear down the ancient site and build a brand new theme park. With time slipping away, Jonathan and Redge must

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23:47

Mysterious Mr. Yes - Spy Adventure Stories for Kids

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2025/03/20

Send us a textSomething mysterious is happening over Legend Lake—stars are vanishing from the night sky! When Jack A. Lope and Double-Oh-Quills receive an urgent message from Agent M, they suit up and soar into action. With the help of Kit and a clever prairie dog named Dusty, they track the missing stars to a top-secret lair hidden in plain sight. But who—or what—is behind this cosmic caper? Agents Lope and Quills must use all of their wits (and some nifty spy tech) to stop the star snatcher from

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8:27

Mr. Redge’s Hotline: Listener Questions and Shout...

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2025/03/13

Send us a textIt's time for another Mr. Redge’s Hotline—where we answer your questions and give some very special shout outs! Redge kicks things off with a hedgehog-huzzah for Ada, age 7, and then we’re off on a Q&A adventure with you, our amazing listeners. Want to know Redge’s top 10 favorite Dorktales stories (at least for the moment)? Wondering how a hedgehog gets a haircut (or doesn’t)? Curious about how Jonathan cheers himself up on a bad day? What about Redge’s snazzy outfits

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19:31

Shirley Chisholm, Hidden Hero of History

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2025/03/06

Send us a textA story of drive and determination! Shirley Chisholm, known as being a person for the people, was the first Black woman elected to the U.S. Congress. From her childhood in Brooklyn and Barbados to standing up for fairness, education and equal rights, Shirley never backed down from a challenge. She boldly ran for President to continue her quest to make life better for everyone in America. Through hard work, trailblazing ideas and a voice that couldn’t be ignored, Shirley Chisholm

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18:48

Hey Diddle, Diddle and the Lost Laugh - Silly Stories...

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2025/02/20

Send us a textRedge’s plans for the Bubbly, Cuddly, Huggly, Snuggly Hearts Party are in jeopardy when the musical act cancels at the last minute. Redge knows the show must go on if he wants this special celebration of friendship to be truly unforgettable. Luckily, he knows just who to put on the bill—the Hey Diddle, Diddle crew! With Cat on the fiddle, Cow jumping over the moon, and Dish and Spoon racing around, they seem like the perfect performers. But something is missing. Dog, the heart of their

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15:39

Magical Minivan T.A.L.E. - Road Trip Stories for Kids

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2025/02/06

Send us a textJonathan and Redge are gearing up for their Thrilling and Astounding Lore Expedition (T.A.L.E.) tour, but first, Redge has a special surprise for Jonathan—a magical minivan equipped with everything they’ll need for their storytelling road trip adventures! Outfitted with drive mode, fly mode, teeny tiny shrink and deep sea dive modes—this van has every gizmo and gadget they’ll need to explore new places, meet magical creatures, and gather stories galore.Go to the episode webpage:

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22:37

ENCORE: The Three Little Hogs - Revisiting Dorktales...

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2025/01/23

Send us a textWe’re revisiting an episode from the early days of Dorktales Storytime as we get ready for the launch of Season 6 with brand-new tales and adventures on February 6th! “The Three Little Hogs” was the very first fairy tale we told when the podcast began in 2020. It’s where you’ll meet the three hedgehog brothers—Percy, Porky, and Peregrin—and encounter the Big Bad Wolf before he had a change of heart. Relive the beginnings of Jonathan and Redge’s budding friendship before they set off on

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17:56

ENCORE: The Magical Doorway - How Jonathan and Mr....

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2025/01/09

Send us a textAs we prepare for the exciting launch of Season 6 of Dorktales Storytime on February 6th, we’re revisiting some favorite past adventures. Ever wondered how Jonathan found the magical doorway into Once Upon a Time or met his storytelling best friend, Reginald T. Hedgehog? This is the backstory to all our Dorktales adventures. This also answers the question our listener friend, Jose, asked about how Jonathan can go between Once Upon a Time and the real world. On an otherwise normal day,

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10:34

Mr. Redge’s Winter Wonder Hotline: Listener Questions...

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2024/12/26

Send us a textWe’re wrapping up the year and our season of original stories for kids (and their geeky grownups) with a festively fun bonus episode. Join Jonathan and Mr. Redge as they answer listener questions from around the world and give shout-outs to our incredible Dorktales Storytime fans.This episode includes: Zahra’s question about Redge’s favorite adventure (spoiler: it’s spy-tacular!) Jonathan’s stories about his creative sibling, Molly, who helps make Dorktales magical. Redge’s dashing

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16:55

Ellen Ochoa, Hidden Hero of History

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2024/12/19

Send us a textBlast off into the story of Dr. Ellen Ochoa, a trailblazer in space exploration! As an astronaut, engineer, scientist, inventor, and the first Latina woman to journey into space, Dr. Ochoa broke barriers and reached for the stars—literally. During four missions, she spent nearly 1,000 hours in orbit. She studied Earth’s atmosphere, mastered robotic technology, and contributed to the creation of the International Space Station. Her groundbreaking work didn’t stop there—Dr. Ochoa later

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24:25

Pinocchio’s Jolly Holly Jumble - Holiday Story for Kids

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2024/12/05

Send us a textIt’s Jolly Holly season in the land of Once Upon a Time, and Pinocchio is in serious nose-growing trouble. He was left in charge of Geppetto’s chiming Jolly Holly clock—a cherished symbol of the season. When his curiosity gets the best of him, one clumsy mishap leads to another, and the clock breaks! In a panic, Pinocchio’s fanciful fibbing turns into a whale of a problem. Can his quest to right his wrongs ultimately save the Jolly Holly celebration? This episode features a sample of

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15:28

Redge’s Oopsie Daisies - A Folktale Forest...

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2024/11/21

Send us a textWhat if every blunder you made could blossom into something beautiful? Take it from your hedgehog buddy, Redge, who frolics through his failures in his very own field of daisies! He plants a seed for every big—and little—misstep and mistake he makes and they sprout into a spectacular floral garden. From salty cookie catastrophes to daring belly flops, Redge shows us how he celebrates his "oopsies" as opportunities to learn and grow.This episode was inspired by the children’s

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23:30

The Radiant Root – Dorktales Storytime's 100th...

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2024/11/07

Send us a textRedge stumbles upon a dazzling, magical plant—the Radiant Root—glowing with glittering leaves and capable of conjuring a feast of the imagination for 100 creatures. The only problem? It's deeply rooted in the Folktale Forest, and even the Hedge Witch, Zinnia Fig, can’t uproot it alone. Soon, friends from all over Once Upon a Time come together to use their strengths, spells and specialties to lift the Radiant Root. Will their teamwork turn into a triumphant night that will stay in

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29:20

ENCORE: Sleepy Hallow’s Eve – A Halloween Tale

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2024/10/31

Send us a textIt’s time to grab your candy, turn off the lights, and get ready for our encore presentation of Sleepy Hallow’s Eve—a tale that will give you just the right amount of shivers and giggles! Hello boils, ghouls, and non-corporeal entities! Our SCARE-rator is here to tell you a spooky tale that will send shivers up your quivers and make your teeth chatter with delight! It’s party time at Katrina’s house and Ichabod Crane is having the time of his life. Jealous of his fun, Brom Bones

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17:58

Simon Tam, Hidden Hero of History

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2024/10/17

Send us a textAn inspiring story that will rock your world! Meet Simon Tam, the visionary founder of the Asian American band, The Slants. Follow his path from a young music lover to a trailblazing activist who stood up for free speech and fair representation. His desire to reclaim a hurtful term and turn it into something positive and empowering became a groundbreaking case at the U.S. Supreme Court. Discover how his fight for the band’s name became a victory for artistic expression. Simon’s story

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28:49

That’s A Wrap! - Halloween Story for Kids

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2024/10/03

Send us a textJonathan and Redge adventure into The Tomes, the vast desert of Once Upon a Time, when they stumble into a mysterious tomb—and find themselves on a ghoulish (and very goofy) game show. The two must solve haunting riddles, guess what’s missing in an ancient witch’s potion, and test their courage in the chilling, thrilling Malevolent Maze of the Mummy! Can they work together to tackle all the terrifying twists and turns or will they be lost in The Tomes desert forever?Episode webpage:

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18:57

Knock on Wood - Stories for Kids

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2024/09/19

Send us a textJonathan is having the worst day ever—gum stuck in his hair, soaked clothes, and he's even missing a shoe! Redge thinks the wood nymphs caused Jonathan's series of unfortunate mishaps because he forgot to knock on wood. The two friends shrink down to the size of a speck of dust and go into the floorboards to investigate. But are the wood nymphs really creating bad luck or is it all an itty bitty misunderstanding?Episode webpage: https://jonincharacter.com/knock-on-wood/

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Mr. Redge’s Fall Hotline: Listener Questions and...

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2024/09/12

Send us a textIt’s hotline time! In this special Fall episode, Mr. Redge and Jonathan answer listener questions and give shout-outs to our Dorktales friends from around the world. From the reason behind Redge’s happy dance after every story, to the most important tale Jonathan’s ever told, there’s a whole lot of fun, laughter, and heartwarming moments waiting for you. There are also some super cool shout-outs to our amazing listeners and even a secret reveal about Redge’s mysterious middle na...

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24:02

Operation Golden Tie - A Spy Adventure for Kids

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2024/09/05

Send us a textYour mission—should you choose to accept it—is to follow agents Jack A. Lope and Double-Oh-Quills on their action-packed spy-tacular adventure! When the meanie minotaur, Bull Dozer, steals Niko the Unicorn’s magical golden bow tie, it’s up to the quirky agents to retrieve it before all of Legend Lake falls into chaos. Armed with cool spy gadgets, clever disguises and their own good sense, they race against time to outsmart the baddies and save unicorn magic. Episode webpage:

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