Storybounders

Loneliness is something many people quietly carry. Jayme and Steve take a closer look at what loneliness really means—not just being alone, but feeling unseen, unheard, or disconnected even in the middle of a crowd, and...

What do Benjamin Franklin, Eleanor Roosevelt, Paul Revere, and John-Boy Walton all share in common? They grew up in big families—and their stories suggest that large households can shape remarkable leaders and change...

This episode features the swashbuckling hero of Baroness Orczy’s thrilling tale set against the violent chaos of the French Revolution, The Scarlet Pimpernel . Listen to the opening chapter of the novel and a discussion...

After months of planning and hosting their immersive Celebrating Little Women event, Jayme and Steve return with a deeply personal look at the life and legacy of Louisa May Alcott. From her childhood in a famously...

What kept George Washington’s soldiers fighting through freezing winters, crushing defeats, and overwhelming odds? Stories. In inspiring episode, Jayme and Steve explore how Washington used inspiring stories to rally...

From a humble clay cottage to emerging as a celebrated cultural icon, Burns’s story is filled with passion, poetry, and the preservation of Scottish culture. Jayme and Steve tell the story of Burns's childhood, shaped...

Travel to a snowy 19th-century farmhouse, while American poet John Greenleaf Whittier reflects on the beauty and warmth of family bonds during a fierce winter storm. Whittier’s poignant depiction of New England life and...

Joseph Moore and Franz Gruber could never have imagined how their simple Christmas carol, "Silent Night," would resonate across the globe and through time. In this episode we reflect on the humble origins of this...

This episode explores the origins of this iconic movie, its journey from box-office disappointment to cherished tradition, and the poignant themes of love, sacrifice, and connection that resonate with audiences to this...

In this episode we unwrap the magic behind the iconic sounds of Christmas that have shaped generations. From Bing Crosby’s timeless “White Christmas” to the playful charm of “Sleigh Ride” by Leroy Anderson, we recount...

In this Thanksgiving special, Jayme and Steve share a poignant story that connects the origins of Thanksgiving to a pivotal moment in American history. Through the lens of Matilda "Tilly" Pierce Alleman's vivid memoir...

In 1621, amidst the rugged beauty and harsh realities of the New England wilderness, two very different peoples—the Plymouth Pilgrims and the Wampanoag tribe—gathered to share a harvest celebration. This moment of unity...

Amidst the turmoil of religious persecution in 17th-century England, a small group of believers yearned for freedom—to worship God in their own way and preserve their cultural identity. These Separatists, later known as...

The story of Pocahontas and John Smith is one of courage, diplomacy, and enduring impact on the history of the United States. As the Powhatan Confederacy and the Jamestown settlers navigated the challenges of...

You may have heard of Robert Louis Stevenson's famous story "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde", but have you experienced the original tale in Stevenson's own words? We present an excerpt from the novella and...