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This podcast is about everyday stories that happen to the everyday Joe. Let's capture some of the interesting stories we used to tell around the dinner table before fast-food became the norm.
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- Sep 21, 2026
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Memory Box (opens the original)
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When I traveled to Sacramento to handle my father’s final affairs, I found his entire life gathered into a single box of small treasures. Sorting through those pieces sparked a deep reflection on what we leave behind and whether our relationships truly show the love we intend. It became a quiet reminder to live in a way that leaves fewer questions and more evidence of a life well‑loved. If you enjoy stories that inspire, encourage, and offer a moment of calm, make sure to subscribe so you never
A Kaboo Named Giraffe (opens the original)
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Silas’s beloved giraffe Kaboo leads to an adorable discovery about how little ones understand names and words. His perspective reminds us that feelings often come before vocabulary. This episode celebrates the beauty of seeing life through a child’s eyes. If you enjoy stories that inspire, encourage, and offer a moment of calm, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. I’d love to hear from you. You can reach me at Storytellerswithamessage@gmail.com Explore my children’s books at:
Spaghetti Wall (opens the original)
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This week’s episode uses the childhood “spaghetti test” as a reminder that not every idea is ready the moment we toss it out. Some noodles stick, some don’t, and that’s okay. The ones that fall simply need more time, more patience, and more simmering. If you enjoy stories that inspire, encourage, and offer a moment of calm, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. I’d love to hear from you. You can reach me at Storytellerswithamessage@gmail.com Explore my children’s books at: www
The Turtle Turnover (opens the original)
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Today, I’m opening the door a little wider and sharing one of my unpublished children’s stories and the real-life moment that sparked it. We’ll explore how bravery often begins with compassion. If you enjoy stories that inspire, encourage, and offer a moment of calm, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. I’d love to hear from you. You can reach me at Storytellerswithamessage@gmail.com Explore my children’s books at: www.lorriedgrant.com Watch the podcast on YouTube: Kelbecca
When Caring Too Much Goes Wrong (opens the original)
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I once over‑loved a tiny cactus… and it melted into a soggy heap. Turns out, caring too much can drown what we’re trying to protect. Some things, and some people, grow with closeness, others with space. Real love is noticing what someone actually needs. If you enjoy stories that inspire, encourage, and offer a moment of calm, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. I’d love to hear from you. You can reach me at Storytellerswithamessage@gmail.com Explore my children’s books at: ww
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