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Good Stories Podcast

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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Mrs Piggle Wiggle by Betty MacDonald
March 10, 2026

Mrs Piggle Wiggle by Betty MacDonald

This one's for the parents out there, trying to their best to raise good kids. Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle lives in an upside-down house, smells faintly of sugar cookies, and has an earnest love of children. When parents are at their ...

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Younger Edda Part II - Tales and Kennings
March 3, 2026

Younger Edda Part II - Tales and Kennings

Continuing the stories of the Norse gods and mythology from the Younger Edda by Snorri Sturluson. In this episode, we meet Bragi — the Mead-Tongued Bard, the word-smith of Valhalla, the keeper of the poetry-mead’s flame. Here...

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Younger Edda Part I: Stories of the Norse Gods
Feb. 24, 2026

Younger Edda Part I: Stories of the Norse Gods

Step into the world of the Norse gods as we explore the Younger Edda by Snorri Sturluson. Written between 1200 and 1300 AD, these stories trace the mythic beginnings of creation—from the Frost Giants to the world shaped from ...

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Gary Hopf of Tigatu - Visual Storytelling
Feb. 17, 2026

Gary Hopf of Tigatu - Visual Storytelling

Visual Storytelling — In this episode of Good Stories Podcast, we sit down with Gary Hopf, co-founder of Tigatu, to explore modern storytelling through video, photography, and branded clothing. Gary’s work spans extreme sport...

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The Napoleon of Notting Hill by GK Chesterton
Feb. 10, 2026

The Napoleon of Notting Hill by GK Chesterton

In this episode, we jump into the bizarre yet insightful thinking of G.K. Chesterton with The Napoleon of Notting Hill . This one is sharp, funny, and even prophetic as it was published in 1904 but tells the story of 1984 Lon...

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Smith of Wootton Major by JRR Tolkien
Feb. 3, 2026

Smith of Wootton Major by JRR Tolkien

A village with traditions, a Master Cook who makes a great cake, and the gift of Faery This story watches decades go by in a small town that appreciates good food and traditions. And then on a day of days, one boy unwittingly...

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"I recently found your podcast - I love listening to the two of you discuss the different books. The episodes are very interesting and i just want to say Thank you!!! Keep the episodes coming!!"

Susan | June 25, 2025

Wonderful Positive side of Literary Reviews

"My buddy Dave told me to check out this podcast and I’m sure glad I did! I love the positive reviews of literary masterpieces that also give some background on the “why” some seemingly arbitrary deta…"

Chicks Hate Me | June 6, 2025

My new favorite book hangout.

"Listening to Good Stories with Jody and Stephen feels like sitting down with friends after finishing a good book; thoughtful takes, honest opinions, and just the right amount of banter. They make boo…"

Android1785 | May 8, 2025

Delightful!

"Never thought a podcast would make me laugh and cry within the same hour - and in all the best ways. Thank you, and keep ‘em coming!"

Pjk | April 7, 2025

Well-named and welcome podcast!

"I am loving these episodes and I really want the hosts to keep them coming! The “good stories” are eclectic but always interesting and revealing of some combination of the good, the true, and the be…"

emewf | March 30, 2025

Good Stories is awesome!

"Great reviews on books I’ve never read but now must! It’s also a great learning tool about things one might not pick up on while reading. Looking forward to many more stories."

Cdasuesue | March 14, 2025

Good Stories

"This podcast is a lovely place to become a reader of more thoughtful and inspiring stories. Jody and Stephen are great storytellers and relay just enough of the books to get you interested. A welcome…"

Mind the more! | March 16, 2025

Love it!

"This podcast gives me the feeling of truly experiencing each of these stories even if haven’t read them yet. It is such a fun and accessible blend of books, myths, history, and even philosophy and I …"

StoryaNon | March 25, 2025