Throwback: Mr. Rat and His Lovely Daughter

Throwback: Mr. Rat and His Lovely Daughter

Author: Starglow Media February 25, 2026 Duration: 19:48
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Mr. Rat and His Lovely Daughter! Sakura's father is very excited for her to marry the strongest around, and he thinks her future husband should be the sun! But Sakura already knows she wants to marry another rat named Sora. What is she going to do? Check out Stories RPG our new show where we play games like Starsworn with all your Max Goodname friends, and Gigacity Guardians featuring the brilliant firefly! https://link.chtbl.com/gigacity Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Check out our new YouTube channel at youtube.com/storiespodcast. If you've ever wanted to read along with our stories, now you can! These read-along versions of our stories are great for early readers trying to improve their skills or even adults learning English for the first time. Check it out.

Imagine a quiet space where the weekly ritual involves settling in for a brand new tale. That's the gentle rhythm of Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages. Created by Starglow Media, this audio series transforms story time into a shared journey, offering a fresh, performed story each week designed to captivate young listeners and their families. You'll hear a wonderfully varied collection, from familiar favorites like the adventures of Peter Rabbit or new takes on Snow White, to surprising and completely original stories crafted to spark the imagination. Every narrative is carefully presented to be G-rated and safe, creating a trustworthy listening environment for all ages. It’s more than just a kids' podcast; it's a tool for connection, whether you're looking to enrich a daily commute, ease into bedtime, or simply enjoy screen-free entertainment together. The performances are engaging and warm, inviting everyone to pause and get lost in a good story. For families seeking consistent, high-quality audio stories that everyone can enjoy, this podcast has become a beloved resource, delivering thoughtful entertainment that encourages listening, wondering, and dreaming.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages
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Throwback: Kiddo and the Fox [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:50
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Kiddo and the Fox! This is a story about an absent-minded little lamb who follows a butterfly into the woods and finds…
Throwback: The Love Potion [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:43
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Love Potion! In this story, based on a traditional Ethiopian fable, a very nervous young man named Abel seeks a ma…
Pictures Don't Lie [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:21
Today's story is an adaptation from the classic sci-fi story by Katherine MacLean and written for you by Daniel Hinds. Listen as astronauts Marie and Joe discover something while repairing a satellite in high orbit. Chec…
Anne of Green Gables - Chapter 17 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:05
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin! Draw us a picture of what you…
Throwback: The Boy Who Loved Cheese Too Much [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:20
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Boy Who Loved Cheese Too Much! Klaas LOVES cheese. He can't get enough! But what will happen when he gets to eat a…
Stingy Jack and the First Jack-O-Lantern [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:26
Today's story is based on the Irish folktale and written for you by Daniel Hinds. It's a Halloween story about a con-man named Jack and his fate in the afterlife. Tune in to find out what happens! Check out Stories RPG o…
Anne of Green Gables - Chapter 16 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:47
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin! Draw us a picture of what you…
Throwback: The Goblin Picnic! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:58
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Goblin Picnic! In this slightly spooky story for Halloween, a boy named Hawk is lured in by the promises of an enc…
The Ghost and the Train [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:31
Today's story is inspired by The Signal-Man by Charles Dickens and written for you by Daniel Hinds. It's a slightly spooky story for Halloween about a railroad worker and a ghost. Tune in to find out what happens! Check…
Throwback: The Pied Piper [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:37
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Pied Piper! Rats are plaguing a small village, but one musician has an interesting solution. Listen and find out!…