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Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime

Cuddle Up is a Catholic story time podcast for children and families. Get cozy and follow along as your favorite children"s authors read their own stories, out loud, in full. Fill your heart with joyful imagination and your soul with heavenly tales!

kids & family stories for kids

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35:11

St. Michael the Archangel Through The Ages with Fr....

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2026/09/29

Guardian of Israel-Defender of the Church-Prince of the Heavenly Hosts-- It's St. Michael! Journey through the ages with St. Michael, from the Old Testament, his miraculous appearances to saints and beyond! Norbertine priests of St. Michael's Abbey, Fr. Frederick and Fr. Peregrine, join to discuss their author-illustrator partnership on this beautiful book. Buy St. Michael The Archangel here Listen to Fr. Peregrine read The Snail and the King on Cuddle Up here St. Michael's Abbey Youtub...

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24:35

There is No Saint Named Kelly with Kelly Luong

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2026/09/14

Back from summer break! Young Kelly has a problem. She doesn't have a saint name! Should she rename herself? How can she be holy? Find out in this adorable story, with author-illustrator Kelly Luong. Buy There Is No Saint Named Kelly here Wanderlust Catholic Subscription: Use code CUDDLEUP here Sign up for Gracie's Book Recommendations here Published by Pauline Books and Media

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35:46

"The Monks" series with Sylvia Dorham

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2026/05/27

Join a quirky group of monks as they battle hunger, storms, and cranky friars in these three adorable short stories: The Monks Daily Bread, The Monks Stormy Night, and The Monks Make Amends. Plus, listen to a fascinating interview with author Sylvia, who is the wife of a Byzantine Catholic priest, an incredible witness on iconography, and so much more! Join Gracie's book recommendation email list here Get The Monks 3 book series here Find out about Gracie Glory stories here

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31:52

The Holy Spirit and the Greatest Adventure by Gracie...

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2026/05/11

The Apostles were gathered in prayer and then... BOOM! Just in time for Pentecost, enjoy this dynamic retelling of the Holy Spirit and His work throughout history. There are saints, there's wind, there's fire! Author Gracie and illustrator Ted share stories of the book's creation. Join Gracie's book recommendation email list Get a signed copy of The Holy Spirit book here! Listen to Ted's episode The Narrow Gate Find out more about Gracie Glory books here

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31:35

Jack Giorgio: Future Priest with Katie Warner

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2026/04/13

Jack wants to be a superhero! What happens when he finds a hero… in his very own church? Our great friend Katie Warner, always a joy, joins for this sweet vocational read aloud. Join Gracie’s book recommendation email list Find all Katie’s books and resources here

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26:28

Before I Was Me with Frank Fraser

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2026/03/30

Come along with us on an adventure! On this whimsical journey with God, become a farmer, a baker, an astronaut, and everything in between! Author-illustrator Frank Fraser reads his imaginative pro-life story. Find Frank's books here

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25:05

FAN FAVORITE: The Richest Leprechaun in Ireland with...

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2026/03/16

Just in time for St. Patrick's Day! When a sneaky little pick-pocketing leprechaun gets caught, his run-in with St. Patrick changes his life! Author Elise joins for this colorful and creative story.

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31:20

Joseph, Keeper of the King with Emily Stimpson Chapman

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2026/03/02

A book on St. Joseph that truly does him honor! Prolific and beloved author Emily Stimpson Chapman talks St. Joseph, family life, and working with theologian Scott Hahn. Book releases March 19th! Preorder it here Emily's Word on Fire Children's Bible Emily's Website

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20:41

Louie’s Lent with Claudia Cangilla McAdam

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2026/02/16

The queen of seasonal stories is back with the perfect Lent read! Louie’s whole class is giving something up. But he can’t think of anything! Claudia McAdam reads her Lenten story in perfect timing for Ash Wednesday. Visit Claudia’s website for books, trailers and freebies.

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19:12

Which Saint Am I Thinking Of with Josie and Sophia Jagla

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2026/01/26

Welcome to Season 2! Want to play a guessing game? Play along with this interactive children's book written by my own little daughter! Send me/Josie an email to: cuddleuppodcast@gmail.com Buy Katie Warner's son's book on Amazon Listen to Katie Warner's Salvation History Story Time episode Listen to Fabiola Garza's Princesses of Heaven episode

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45:52

The Too Tall Swiss Guard (A Christmas Story) with...

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2025/12/22

Our first ever Swiss Guard on the podcast! Andreas and his wonderful wife (and author) Michelle join to share never-before-heard stories of St. John Paul II and more in this charming Christmas story. Buy The Too Tall Swiss Guard here Follow Michelle on Instagram here

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25:06

Christmas In Heaven with Anthony Destefano

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2025/12/02

Christmas in Heaven-- have you ever imagined it? Bestselling author Anthony Destefano is back to discuss saints, Christmas, and being a pilot! Listen to Anthony read Our Lady's Wardrobe Enter the book giveaway and get our Top 10 Must-Read Christmas booklist (same link)

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28:57

If the Pope Had a Puppy and If a Saint Had a Song by...

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2025/11/10

Welcome to the Catholic "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie!" Chase the Pope and his puppy through this fun "tour of Rome" and then hop along with the saints in a sort of "tour through Heaven!" Pope Leo received his copy of If the Pope had a Puppy at last week's Wednesday audience and gave it a huge thumbs up. Now you get to read it, too! Our lovely friend Katie Warner guest-hosts. 30% off books with code ADVENT30: OSV Bookstore OR buy the books on Amazon here Download Katie's free Saint Bucket L...

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25:13

You Were Born to Be a Saint with Kortnee Senn

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2025/10/27

Our All Saint’s Day episode is here! Find new favorites from among the many saints mentioned and hear author/illustrator Kortnee’s “rapid fire” answers to some saintly questions! Find Kortnee's book and products here Join Gracie's Book Recommendation Email list here Saints at the Table - find it here: https://www.culinasancta.com/

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27:00

OSV Kids Discover: The Pope with Colleen Pressprich

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2025/09/22

Which pope piloted a helicopter? How did elephants get into the Vatican Gardens? And why the Swiss to guard the Pope? You'll find out in this treasure trove of fun facts about the papacy! Author Colleen Pressprich joins to read and share her new exciting series. Buy OSV Discover: The Pope here Find Colleen's free activities and resources here Join Gracie's Book Rec. Email List here

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26:12

RE-RELEASE: Saintly Rhymes for Modern Times with...

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2025/09/08

Happy canonization, Sts. Pier Giorgio and Carlo! In honor of our new modern-day saints, come along on this read-aloud about recent saints. Hearing John Paul II’s voice never gets old! Get Saintly Rhymes Here Join Gracie’s email list here

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26:42

Salvation History Story Time: Move and Play with...

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2025/08/25

Are we in a garden or reading a book? Jump into the Bible like never before with this interactive read aloud by our good friend, Katie Warner! Get Salvation History Story Time Here Join Katie’s Email List Join Gracie’s Book Email List

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30:12

Our Lady's Wardrobe with Anthony DeStefano

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2025/08/11

Back from summer break! Dive into Marian apparitions with award-winning author Anthony Destefano and his best-selling story on Our Lady. Buy Our Lady's Wardrobe here Buy Travel Guide to Heaven here Join Gracie's Book Rec. Email List here

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35:08

Princesses of Heaven with Fabiola Garza- Interview

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2025/06/16

Step into the wonderfully whimsical world of author/illustrator Fabiola Garza! In this special interview-only episode, Fabiola answers all your questions about her famously beautiful Princesses of Heaven: The Flowers. RING ME at 269-340-0656 and share your favorite Catholic children’s book! BONUS book recommendation chat w/ Fabiola: Patreon.com/CuddleUpPodcast Join Gracie’s book recommendation email list Follow Fabiola on social media Visit Fabiola’s website (signed copies) ...

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34:21

The Snail and the King with Fr. Peregrine Fletcher,...

Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime ·

2025/06/03

Lions and bears and snails... OH MY! This adventurous animal-packed story is a metaphor for Heaven and we have author/illustrator Fr. Peregrine Fletcher here to tell us all about it! RING ME at 269-340-0656 and share your favorite Catholic children’s book! BONUS (Video) Chat w/ Fr. Peregrine: Patreon.com/CuddleUpPodcast Buy The Snail and the King Here Buy My Name is Philomena Here Book is published by and read aloud with permission from Holy Heroes.

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