Good Stories Podcast
Whether you read constantly or never find the time, let's go through some stories together that help all of us shape our beliefs, spark wonder, and connect us to the past. We’re a brother and sister who love to chat and share about what we read and learn. Join us as we celebrate the worlds within stories!
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Feb. 27, 2025
E2 - The Wolf-Witch and Her Children: A George MacDonald Fairytale
Join us as we discuss the world of George MacDonald -- who C.S. Lewis called 'the Teacher'. We jump into his fairytales with Photogen and Nycteris - the day boy and the night girl. We talk about their lives and growth -- And the mad witch who imprisoned them.
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March 2, 2025
E3 - JRR Tolkien's Leaf by Niggle
In this episode, we’re diving into J.R.R. Tolkien’s Leaf by Niggle; a short but beautiful story that describes our friend Niggle as he strives to create his perfect tree, leaf by leaf. Initially he fails but in collaboration with his neighbor Parish, he builds something far greater.
If Tolkien meant for the names of Niggle and Parish to have deeper meaning or just "picked at random from the first name I came to in the phone directory" (from the letters of JRR Tolkien), he uses both characters t
If Tolkien meant for the names of Niggle and Parish to have deeper meaning or just "picked at random from the first name I came to in the phone directory" (from the letters of JRR Tolkien), he uses both characters t
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March 4, 2025
E4 - A King Arthur Sampler: Legends and History
Dedicated to David. This episode was a labor of love as the story of Arthur spans centuries and countless books. Combine that with regional and oral stories passed down over time AND academic and archaeological research, there's always more to go!
Most people know 'a little bit' about King Arthur. We hope this sampling of history and stories about the Once and Future King helps you better understand how much more there is to his tale and gives you a glimpse of the wonderful expanse of stories a
Most people know 'a little bit' about King Arthur. We hope this sampling of history and stories about the Once and Future King helps you better understand how much more there is to his tale and gives you a glimpse of the wonderful expanse of stories a
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March 8, 2025
E5 - C.S. Lewis and the Great Divorce of Heaven and Hell
In this episode, we invite you to look at heaven and hell through the eyes of C.S. Lewis. The Great Divorce presents a somewhat bizarre but deeply insightful “imaginary supposal,” where Lewis imagines what it might look like for a person to choose hell over heaven.
The story shows personal examples of how a person’s thoughts and choices can shape their eternity—and the tension between the self-centered nature of hell and the liberating joy of heaven.
But The Great Divorce isn’t just a reflecti
The story shows personal examples of how a person’s thoughts and choices can shape their eternity—and the tension between the self-centered nature of hell and the liberating joy of heaven.
But The Great Divorce isn’t just a reflecti
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March 10, 2025
E6 - Mostly Magic: Stories that Make Children Laugh
This episode we walk through an anthology of children's stories designed to make children laugh -- and bonus that it is an integral piece of our childhood memories.
These stories are full of adventure and wonder! And we love sharing these stories with others and we hope they warm your heart, make you laugh a bit, and hopefully remind us all that a little magic is always within reach.
Join us as we meet some unforgettable characters, and discover that the best stories aren’t just told—they’re f
These stories are full of adventure and wonder! And we love sharing these stories with others and we hope they warm your heart, make you laugh a bit, and hopefully remind us all that a little magic is always within reach.
Join us as we meet some unforgettable characters, and discover that the best stories aren’t just told—they’re f
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