Beste Spectacular podcasts (2024)

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A Brief But Spectacular take on giving climate activism a shot 2:33

22h ago2:33

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Kevin J. Patel is a climate activist from Los Angeles. After experiencing heart issues due to poor air quality in his city, he founded OneUpAction International, an organization intended to empower marginalized youth to be change-makers. He gives his Brief But Spectacular take on giving climate activism a shot. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https:…

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Happy Birthday Maple 8:37

2d ago8:37

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Door Angela Ferrari

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Episode 149: Top Tiki Bars and Experiences in Florida 36:43

5d ago36:43

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Cathy and Rick talk about their favorite Tiki bars and events in Florida. Links We Mentioned The Donn of Tiki film Tiki hotels in Daytona Beach Tiki Bars Bahi Hut in Sarasota The Wreck Bar in Fort Lauderdale (Rick's post) Mai Kai in Fort Lauderdale (Rick's post) Don the Beachcomber in Madeira Beach Suffering Bastard in Sanford Trader Sam's Grog Gro…

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The Insect Parade (Bedtime) 7:58

5d ago7:58

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Door Angela Ferrari

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A Brief But Spectacular take on what it means to be human 3:39

8d ago3:39

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Yuval Noah Harari is a professor renowned for his broad and thought-provoking perspectives on human history. Harari, who is the bestselling author of "Sapiens," recently released a new volume of this work for younger readers. He gives his Brief But Spectacular take on what it means to be human. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/new…

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Myrtle Goes Outside 15:34

9d ago15:34

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CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Myrtle is a houseplant. She lives on a shelf and spends her days looking out the window, longing to go outside. One day Myrtle’s wish comes true! Let’s tag along with our foliage friend on this tree-mendous adventure. Then afterward we have an EPIC Na…

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A Brief But Spectacular take on the miracle of flight 2:32

9d ago2:32

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Entrepreneur and author Derrick Fennell has been a flight attendant for more than 14 years. Many of his passengers know him for his in-flight poems reflecting on his time in the skies. Fennell shares one of his poems and his Brief But Spectacular take on the miracle of flight. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funder…

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Nocturnal Noises (Bedtime) 5:12

12d ago5:12

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CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners At night when I am falling asleep, I can hear all kinds of interesting sounds outside my window. Who or what is making these noises? Let’s learn all about nocturnal creatures! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify! Story Spectacular is …

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🔒 Florida Keys Spectacular Episode 8: Please Don't Feed the Deer: Everything You Want To Know About Key Deer 28:39

12d ago28:39

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Subscriber-only episode Florida Key Deer are the smallest of the white-tailed deer subspecies, and you can only find them in the Florida Keys. Brad and Cathy talk about the oft-debated origins of these tiny creatures, the legend of the cryptid key deer (aka Conch Republic Border Guards), and how and where to see — and photograph Key Deer — responsi…

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Episode 148: Florida New Deal Art, Post Offices, and State Parks 53:08

13d ago53:08

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Rick and Cathy welcome Keri Watson, author of Florida's New Deal: Parks and Post Office Murals. Her book takes people on an armchair tour of Florida post offices with New Deal art. It explores Florida's first 10 state park (nine of which still exist as state parks today.) Links We Mentioned Get Keri's book Living New Deal Diane Craig's thesis on Ge…

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Old Miss Angie Had a Farm 9:14

16d ago9:14

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CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Today we are going on a field trip to a very Funny Farm where all kinds of wacky animals are welcome. You are in for a day full of surprises. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify! Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s b…

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Episode 147: Let's Get Small: Check Out These Small Florida Towns 35:03

17d ago35:03

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Rick and Cathy talk about what there is to do at some of their favorite small towns in Florida, and why you should visit. Take a listen, load up the car, and let's go! Links We Mentioned Safety Harbor Resort & Spa | Spa Resort in Tampa Bay, FL Welaka, Florida | Quiet Old Town on the St. Johns River Stegbone's Fish Camp and Resort Green Cove Springs…

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Double Feature: Eggs on a Wall/ Yak & the Beanstalk (Bedtime) 11:24

19d ago11:24

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CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Tonight we will listen to two tales starring some very venturesome characters. Our first story features a comedic cast of eggcentric eggs who are not very good at following directions. I hope this wacky tale about eggs will crack you up!! For our seco…

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April is for Plants & Nature 2:53

20d ago2:53

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Happy April everyone! This month’s theme is all about plants and nature! We will hear stories about a little weather girl, a birthday party for a tree and house plant who has an amazing outdoor adventure. This month is going to be Tree-mendous!!! CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners - - …

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A Brief But Spectacular take on inspiring a love of learning 3:14

21d ago3:14

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Joan Wicks is a sixth-grade humanities teacher in Los Angeles who helped her students rebound from COVID learning loss through her devotion and advocacy. The school was recently recognized with the California Distinguished Schools Award. Wicks shares her Brief But Spectacular take on inspiring a love of learning. PBS NewsHour is supported by - http…

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April Fools Day All Jokes Spectacular 20:56

23d ago20:56

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CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Today we will celebrate April Fools Day by telling jokes, playing pranks, singing a song, and even hearing some foolish "fake" facts. There will be lots of fun friends stopping by, including real-life listeners just like you. It's sure to be the best …

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A Brief But Spectacular take on rural America's vanishing structures 3:34

23d ago3:34

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For more than two decades, Vermont-based photographer Jim Westphalen has documented old farmhouses, barns, churches and homes that have fallen into disrepair -- he calls it "finding beauty in decay." His works are collected in a book and film, both titled "Vanish: Disappearing Icons of a Rural America." Westphalen shares his Brief But Spectacular t…

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The Goose that Lays Chocolate Eggs (Bedtime) 8:04

26d ago8:04

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CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners There was once a happy goose that would lay chocolate eggs. One day a mean old magician strolled by and decided to steal the magnificent goose for his magic show. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify! Story Spectacular is written and h…

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A Brief But Spectacular take on spreading 'Rolligion' 3:16

26d ago3:16

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David Miles Jr., known as "The Godfather of Skate," has been the driving force behind the roller skating scene in the Bay Area of California for the past four decades. He's known for making skating accessible through the Church of 8 Wheels, a funky roller rink in an old church. He gives his Brief But Spectacular take on spreading "Rolligion." PBS N…

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🔒 Florida Keys Spectacular Episode 7: Purple Isles: Legend, Lore, and Truth 23:47

26d ago23:47

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Subscriber-only episode Islamorada means "purple island." After all, Isla (island) and morada (purple), right? Think again. Brad explains why that's not how this part of the Florida Keys got its name. He takes Cathy — and listeners — on an armchair journey on why the "morada" in the name dates back to William Krome and Flagler's railroad and means …

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Episode 146: Matlacha, Pine Island, and a Different Kind of Paradise 49:33

27d ago49:33

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Rick and Cathy talk about mangos, Matlacha, and a different type of Florida paradise. Pine Island and Matlacha don't have high rises, chain hotels, or franchises. This small island haven has plenty of small pleasures on offer, especially for people seeking a less-traditional type of paradise. Things To Do in Matlacha The Perfect Cup Tarpon Lodge (l…

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A Brief But Spectacular take on crying in public 2:34

28d ago2:34

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Brandon Stosuy is the author of several books on creativity and the co-founder and editor-in-chief of The Creative Independent. His latest book, "Sad Happens: A Celebration of Tears," began when Brandon noticed someone crying in public and decided to tweet about it. He shares his Brief But Spectacular take on crying in public. PBS NewsHour is suppo…

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A Bunny Cotton Candy Tale 15:21

30d ago15:21

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CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Let's go on an adventure with a curious little bunny named Beatrix. We will embark on a quest in search of a candy treasure! Then we will learn some funny bunny facts with Tilde the Tortoise. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify! Story…

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A Brief But Spectacular take on super communication 3:23

1M ago3:23

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Charles Duhigg is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and best-selling author whose latest book seeks to unlock the secret language of communication. He shares his Brief But Spectacular take on super communication. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/fundersDoor PBS NewsHour

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Episode 145: Traveling the World to Come Home to Florida 50:16

1M ago50:16

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On this week's podcast, Jenny DeWitt talks about why she left Florida, where she traveled when she did, and why she came back. Links we mentioned: Eau Gallie Arts District. Backwater restaurant. Downtown Creedo. Green Gables, Melbourne, FL Lil Bit of Life, Mount Dora, FL Grow Lake County - Local Farm & Food Map Architecture SRQ - Home of Architectu…

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The Old Woman and her Shoes (Bedtime) 7:36

1M ago7:36

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CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Tonight's tale is all about a kind old lady who loves to make shoes. The only problem is, she has so many shoes, that she doesn't know what to do with them all. Perhaps she will find some new friends to share her shoes with... - - - - Listen to Story …

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A Brief But Spectacular take on harnessing AI in schools 4:04

1M ago4:04

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Adrian Antao is a high school English teacher at KIPP NYC. Adrian has worked with educators, coders and designers at the nonprofit Playlab.ai to develop Project Toni, an AI tool to support his students with their writing revisions. While many are worried about using AI in the classroom, Adrian has found real benefits. He shares his Brief But Specta…

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The Mischievous Fairy Island 9:57

1M ago9:57

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CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Today we are going to visit the Mischievous Fairy Island with my trusty dog Bo to see if we can find fairies. Do you think we will see one? Are fairies even real? Let's find out together! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify! Story Spe…

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Penny Pinky (Bedtime) 9:07

1M ago9:07

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CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Oh no! The queen has lost her ring and doesn’t know where to find it. Luckily for her, a tiny hero named Penny Pinky is here to save the day!!! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify! Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s…

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🔒 Florida Keys Spectacular Episode 6: The Florida Keys Eco Trail 25:37

1M ago25:37

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Subscriber-only episode Everyone loves the Florida Keys — but not everyone has discovered the sheer magnificence of the wilder and more natural parts of the island chain. The Florida Keys tourism board wants to change that; they created an an app that lets anyone earn points (and swag) for checking out an eco trail that runs from Key Largo to Key W…

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Episode 144: Lighthouses, Florida Parks, and the Dry Tortugas 35:38

1M ago35:38

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Meet Shilpi Rawat, who left Mumbai for a life in Florida. As a new Floridian, she planned a Florida lighthouse road trip. Learn about her experiences from the panhandle to the Dry Tortugas, the time she swam with a barracuda (not on purpose), and hear about some of her favorite lighthouses. Links We Mentioned About Dooder and the Lighthouse short f…

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Ginger the Leprechaun's Lucky Day 13:30

1M ago13:30

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CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Celebrate St Patricks Day with this Celtic inspired fairy tale. Ginger is a little Leprechaun who finds a four-leaf clover! That means four wishes will come true for Ginger, but only for today... - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify! S…

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A Brief But Spectacular take on caring for survivors of domestic violence 3:23

2M ago3:23

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Lul Mohamud is the executive director of The Person Center, a nonprofit organization that supports survivors of domestic violence. The daughter of Somali immigrants, Mohamud focuses her work on helping those from the African immigrant and refugee community in the Washington, D.C. area. She shares her Brief But Spectacular take on the power and prom…

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Rip Van Pinkle (Bedtime) 6:42

2M ago6:42

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CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Rip Van Pinkle doesn't want to go to sleep. What if he misses out on something cool? One night as he is sitting up in bed he feels a tickle under his chin. To his amazement, Rip Van Pinkle starts growing a long pink beard! - - - - Listen to Story Spec…

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Episode 143: Florida Journeys, Nibbling Cockroaches, and John Muir 29:50

2M ago29:50

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Leslie Kemp Poole, author of Tracing Florida Journeys: Explorers, Travelers, and Landscapes Then and Now, comes on the podcast to talk about recreating Florida journeys made by famous Floridians and Florida-fans such as John Muir, Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, and Harriet Beecher Stowe. She gives life to these journeys — take a listen! Leslie's books W…

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Shapes to the Rescue 13:29

2M ago13:29

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CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Triangle and Circle are now the best of friends. They decide to go out in the forest and pick some shape grapes together. All is going ship-shape until the tiny triangle gets stuck in a tree? Who will save the day and rescue the triangle? After today’…

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A Brief But Spectacular take on the importance of bereavement care 3:12

2M ago3:12

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After experiencing a personal tragedy, Joyal Mulheron founded Evermore, a nonprofit organization that seeks to improve the policies and practices surrounding bereavement care. She shares her Brief But Spectacular take on why every loss matters. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders…

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The Library Fairy (Bedtime) 9:11

2M ago9:11

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CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Have you ever wondered what happens inside the library when the lights go out at night? We will learn all about it by listening to the legend of the Library Fairy. She has a magic bookmark that makes stories come to life!!! Featuring the vocal talents…

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March is for Fairytales!!! 2:53

2M ago2:53

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Happy March everyone! This month’s theme is all about Fantastic Fairy Tales! We will hear stories about a library fair, a lucky leprechaun, and hear a sweet bunny cotton candy tale. This month is going to be "Fairy" Fun!!! CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners - - - - Listen to Story Spec…

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A Brief But Spectacular take on the power of nature 2:43

2M ago2:43

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Akiima Price has dedicated her life to getting people outdoors. As founder of The Friends of Anacostia Park in Washington, D.C., she aims to improve the park and the lives of those who live in the community. She shares her Brief But Spectacular take on the power of nature. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders…

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🔒 Florida Keys Spectacular Episode 5: Snorkeling the Florida Keys 27:04

2M ago27:04

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Subscriber-only episode Looking for places to snorkel in the Florida Keys? Brad's the expert. He explains not only how snorkeling ignited his interest in Florida Keys and Monroe County history, but where anyone can snorkel in the Florida Keys. Brad's Florida Keys snorkeling spots Bahia Honda State Park Looe Key Key West Marine Park (you can walk/sw…

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Episode 142: Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, Citrus, and Writing in the Woods 35:28

2M ago35:28

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Cathy and Rick talk about how nature influences their writing, Cathy's camping experience at Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park, Rick's upcoming keynote at the MKR annual conference, and where to find wild citrus. Links We Mentioned Matheson Museum, with the anniversary exhibit Rick designed Squarehouse Pizza in Gainesville (Formerly Satc…

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Double Feature: The Shape Escape/The Shape Caper 20:08

2M ago20:08

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CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Today we have two shipshape stories. First, we will meet a tiny triangle a brave square, and a mighty octagon. All is well for the Shapes until a big bad circle escapes and wreaks havoc on the valley. I wonder who will save the day? For our second sto…

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Double Feature: Goldisquawks & the 3 Bears / Hansel & Gretal's House of Fruit (Bedtime) 12:46

2M ago12:46

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CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners It's a special sleepy time tale double feature. Tonight we will listen to two tasty fairy tales. In our first feature, we pesky little parrot named Goldisquawks who can’t seem to stay out of trouble. What will the three bears think after Goldisquawks …

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Episode 141: Pirates, Bureaucracy, and Gasparilla 39:26

2M ago39:26

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People love pirate lore — but what did it mean to be a pirate in Florida? According to Cathy, a lot more bureaucracy than you'd think. Rick and Cathy talk about pirates, real and imagined, and make a few Florida detours along the way. Links We Mentioned Legend of Jose Gaspar Sir Francis Drake and privateer Robert Searle Florida Pirate Festivals Pir…

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A Brief But Spectacular take on building trust in school 5:48

2M ago5:48

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Valor Collegiate Academy in Nashville encourages students to share what's going on in their lives and to accept support, creating what they call a community of care. We hear from high school teacher Natalie Nikitas and Valor students as they give their Brief But Spectacular take on building trust at school. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://ww…

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The Amazon Jamazon 11:08

2M ago11:08

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CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners On this very special episode, we will meet up with Birdie and Digger the Dog, and travel to the Amazon Jungle. Let's ride down the Amazon river on a raft and sing a groovy tune. Then Tilde will stop by and tell us some fun facts about the Amazon! - - …

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Patty Cake (Bedtime) 12:49

2M ago12:49

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CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Patty is a very kind baker who loves to make sweet treats for her animal friends. Then one day Patty slips on some "icing" and twists her wrist. So the animals decide to sneak into the bakery and bake a nice cake for Patty. Featuring author and podcas…

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🔒 Florida Keys Spectacular Episode 4: Land Sharks, Pirates, and Newspapers 33:53

2M ago33:53

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Subscriber-only episode Did the Florida Keys have pirates? Brad and Cathy debate. Brad unearthed an 1829 Keys newspaper and talks about an article warning of land sharks and advertising a house for rent for $20 a month in Key West. They also chat about the San Carlos, the Key West Firehouse Museum, and Carysfort Reef. Links We Mentioned Key West Fi…

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Episode 140: Explore Cross Creek (A Hidden Campground, Historic Paddle) and What Is Real Florida? 40:50

2M ago40:50

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Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings made Cross Creek famous through her writing, and if you want to experience Florida as she did, there's no better place. From free-range venison starters at a Cross Creek restaurant to paddling the same creeks she did, immerse yourself in the world of Cross Creek. Here's how! Spoiler alert: Cathy gives away the ending of The…

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