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PODCAST

Brave & Bright Stories

A Virtues Based Podcast for Families

Brave & Bright Stories is a storytelling podcast that nurtures young hearts and guides parents with wisdom. Each episode brings classic and original tales to life, teaching virtues like kindness, courage, and honesty. Alongside the stories, parents receive loving-but-firm guidance inspired by expert-backed, authoritative parenting—helping them navigate challenges with connection and confidence. A blend of magic, meaning, and mindful parenting for families who want to grow together

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20:54

Brother Wolf

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/10/26

Hello brave hearts and bright minds,As the autumn light deepens and the air turns crisp, we continue tending our Seeds of Faith: trusting in goodness, even when the world feels uncertain. Because faith isn’t only about what we believe; it’s also about how we see, how we listen, and how we choose to meet fear - with presence, compassion, and courage.This week’s story, Brother Wolf, is one of my very favorite episodes thus far. It is a tale that reminds us that even the fiercest hearts can be softened

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13:08

The Dandelion Seed

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/10/16

Hello, brave hearts and bright minds!I come to you with boots broken in by the steady labors of fall, a chill blowing through my window from the top of the mountain, and a physical and metaphorical basket of gathered seeds—tiny reminders of the faith we’re exploring this month. For every seed contains a story in itself: of trust, of patience, of unseen growth waiting for just the right moment to break open and bloom.This month, we step into one of my very favorite themes yet: Seeds of Faith.As the

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13:40

The Gigantic Turnip

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/10/09

Hello, brave hearts and bright minds!I’m writing to you with a bit of soil still beneath my fingernails, fresh from harvesting and tending on the little farm my boys and I call home. These autumn days, they spend more time outdoors than in with mud on their knees, sticks in hand, laughter in the wind… and it all feels right on brand for this week’s story.Each month, we aim to shine our lantern-light on a special virtue—one powerful quality that helps us live with heart, courage, and kindness.In this

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14:40

Three Bears in a Boat

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/09/30

Each month, we shine our lantern-light on a special virtue—one powerful quality that helps us live with heart, courage, and kindness.This month, we’re exploring Helping Hands… but not only in the ways we set the table or share our toys. Helping hands also mean taking responsibility, owning our mistakes, and making things right.Today’s story is one of our personal family favorites. It’s about three adventurous young bears, a broken treasure, and the stormy seas they must face before they can truly

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12:02

The Little Red Hen

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/09/27

Each month, we shine our lantern-light on a special virtue — one powerful quality that helps us live with heart, courage, and kindness.This time, we’re stepping into Helping Hands: a theme close to my heart as a solo mama of two little ones. Parenthood teaches, again and again, that none of us are meant to do everything alone. We need one another. And while most of the “helping hands” in my house are more often covered in mud from the garden or sticky with honey, they remind me daily that when we

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15:48

Jack & The Beanstalk

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/09/12

Even as September unfolds, we’re closing out our theme of Courage with one final story. And while life as a solo mama of two little ones means sometimes our stories don’t follow the calendar exactly, I’m reminded that courage is not just about grand adventures—it’s also about continuing, showing up, and sharing what matters, even when the timing is not perfect.So today, we close out our exploration of Courage with a fresh take on a classic tale. This story is about a little boy named Jack with a

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15:52

The Stars in the Sky

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/08/30

This month, we’re exploring the virtue of Courage. Courage can look like facing something frightening, but it can also look like listening to the quiet, steady voice inside that says, try, keep going, take the next step.This story was first shared as one of our three intro stories in our launch, where we previewed one story from each themed month to come. If you missed it then, it’s a gem! It’s about a little girl with a big dream—and the courageous journey she takes to reach it.It’s a story of

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14:16

The Little Engine That Could

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/08/23

This month, we’re exploring the virtue of Courage—today’s story is a classic, beloved, and likely familiar one that invites us to listen anew in order to search for the doorways that have the potential to open up to us through every story, and ultimately, in every moment of our lives.This story is about a little engine who doesn’t look as big or as strong as the others. No one expects her to do the hard thing. But when no one else will step up to help, she listens to the quiet strength inside her

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14:58

The Brave Little Parrot

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/08/16

This month, we’re stepping into a new virtue: Courage.Step on in a little closer… can you smell the sweetness of ripe mangoes in the sun? Can you hear the rustle of peacock feathers, the hum of bees in bright blossoms, the soft, bubbling laughter of a forest stream? Here, in this green and shining place, every creature has a home, and every breeze carries the music of life.But… the skies have been holding their rain for far too long.The air is thirsty. Leaves crumble underfoot.And somewhere, hidden

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10:55

Stone Soup

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/08/06

This month, we’re exploring Kindness: the kind that starts with a smile, grows with sharing, and creates warmth wherever it goes. Kindness can feel simple, but it has the power to bring people together in surprising ways. It reminds us that we belong to one another—and that even small acts of service can make a big difference.Today’s story is our final installment in kindness, and is an old and beloved one. It’s about a mysterious traveler, a bubbling pot, and a whole village that rediscovers the

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8:28

The Lion & The Mouse

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/07/25

This month, we’re exploring Kindness—the quiet strength of helping others, the joy of giving without expecting anything in return, and the surprising ways even the smallest act can change a heart, or even a whole day.Today’s story is a classic fable—about a mighty lion, a tiny mouse, and an unexpected act of kindness that weaves them together in the most extraordinary way.It’s a tale that reminds us that no one is too small to make a difference, and kindness is never wasted.This was one of our first

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10:28

The Elves & the Shoemaker

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/07/16

This month, we’re exploring Kindness—the quiet strength of helping others, the joy of generosity, and the ripple effect that even the smallest good deed can have in the world around us.Today’s tale is a heartwarming one about a poor shoemaker, a few tiny visitors, and a beautiful exchange of kindness that changes everything. It reminds us that help can come in the most surprising ways—and that a thankful heart can give just as generously as it receives. This is a public episode. If you would like to

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14:15

The Selfish Giant

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/07/07

Each month, we shine our lantern-light on a special virtue, one powerful quality that helps us live with heart and courage.This month, we're welcoming in Kindness ✨ The warmth of caring. The strength of sharing. The magic of looking out for someone else.Today’s story is about a giant with a cold, closed heart... and how kindness opened it again. It’s a tale of seasons, children, and a garden that remembers the love it was once given. This is The Selfish Giant — a story with wonder, gentleness, and

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11:38

The Emporer's New Clothes

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/06/30

Today’s story is a playful and profound tale about an emperor, a very strange outfit, and one clear, honest voice. It’s a story about how sometimes, speaking the truth takes bravery… but it can also set us all free.This month, we’re exploring Honesty: the courage to speak the truth, even when it’s hard or when everyone around us stays silent. It’s the kind of honesty that helps us stay connected to what’s real and reminds us to listen to our hearts. This is a public episode. If you would like to

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10:06

The Honest Woodcutter

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/06/26

This month, we’re exploring Honesty: the strength it takes to tell the truth, the beauty of being trustworthy, and the quiet power of words that can be counted on.Today’s story is a golden one about a humble woodsman, a shimmering surprise, and a moment when truth spoke louder than treasure.It’s a tale that shows how honesty, even in small choices, can shine brighter than gold.This story was originally published as one of our first three intro stories, and it’s a gem if you missed it! For those

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11:04

The Boy Who Cried Wolf

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/06/16

It’s a story about trust, truth, and what happens when our words lose their meaning. The Boy Who Cried Wolf.Truth is like a bridge between people. Every time we speak truthfully, that bridge gets stronger. But when we twist the truth or use our words carelessly, the bridge begins to crack… until one day, it may not hold at all.Our word has the power to create, and it is vital to shine the light on what we are creating. Let’s turn away from dishonesty, murkiness, and trickery and turn towards truth,

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14:56

The Empty Pot

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/06/09

Today’s tale is a timeless one, about a gentle boy named Ping, an Emperor’s test, and a surprising truth that blossoms into something extraordinary. It’s a story of seeds, and the courage to stand tall with honesty, no matter what.Each month, we shine our lantern-light on a special virtue—one powerful quality that helps us live with heart, courage, and kindness.This month, we’re exploring Honesty—the quiet strength it takes to tell the truth, even when it’s hard, the beauty of being trustworthy, and

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6:28

Brave & Bright Begins....

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/06/02

Welcome to all of our little listeners and grownups alike, to this magical space where stories are a call to courage, clarity, and connection. I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself through sharing my heartfelt gratitude that you are here, my prayers for our time on this adventure together, and a sweet family friendly poem that captures the vital heart at the center of this podcast: an invitation to slow down, awaken our senses, and learn from stories and the natural world alike. Get to know

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14:10

The Stars in the Sky

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/05/25

Welcome to Brave & Bright Stories—a magical storytelling podcast for families who love wonder, wisdom, and growing together.Before we begin our monthly adventure through the virtues, we’re sharing a special trio of stories—little lanterns to light the path ahead.One story to spark honesty, One to stir kindness, And one to awaken courage. They’re a taste of the magical themes we’ll explore together in the months to come.Today’s tale is about a little girl with a big dream—and the courageous journey

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8:22

The Lion & The Mouse

Brave & Bright Stories ·

2025/05/25

Welcome to Brave & Bright Stories—a magical storytelling podcast for families who love wonder, wisdom, and growing together.Before we begin our monthly adventure through the virtues, we’re sharing a special trio of stories—little lanterns to light the path ahead. One story to spark honesty, One to stir kindness, And one to awaken courage. They’re a taste of the magical themes we’ll explore together in the months to come.Today’s story is about a tiny mouse and a mighty lion, and how a simple act of

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