Story Pirates
333 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 15.2K ratingsThe award-winning Story Pirates Podcast takes stories written by kids and turns them into sketch comedy and songs. Made up of talented comedians, songwriters, and frequent celebrity guests, the Story Pirates inspire kids to create, bringing laughter to kids and grownups of all ages with hilarious sketches, catchy original songs from all genres, and interviews with the creative geniuses behind the stories… kids!
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Episodes
The Early Years: Bird Tornado
April 08, 2016 23:30 - 16 minutes - 17.9 MBFrom the Wilderness show, the Story Pirates present new story “Bird Tornado” by Austin Fuemmeler!
The Early Years: Dogs Rights Day
March 24, 2016 18:58 - 21 minutes - 24.6 MBFrom the Made Up Holiday show, the Story Pirates present new story “Dogs Rights Day” by Emily, Virginia, Claire and Hannah!
The Early Years: Train Monopoly Day
March 10, 2016 19:46 - 17 minutes - 19.4 MBStory Pirates presents new story “Train Monopoly Day” by Dani Jaye Toth.
The Early Years: Polar Bears
February 26, 2016 17:29 - 16 minutes - 17.6 MBStory Pirates presents new story “Polar Bears” by Cally Thomas.
The Early Years: Jill’s Birthday
February 12, 2016 18:38 - 20 minutes - 23 MBStory Pirates presents new story “Jill’s Birthday” by Louis Lampe.
The Early Years: The Chris Allergic to Garbage Cans
January 26, 2016 01:31 - 18 minutes - 20.7 MBStory Pirates are back in 2016 with “The Chris Allergic to Garbage Cans” by Charlie Scott.
The Early Years: Lili and the Jungle House
December 17, 2015 23:07 - 19 minutes - 21.1 MBJoin Story Pirates for "Lili and the Jungle House" by Sarah, who was in the second grade when she wrote her story.
The Early Years: National Junk Food Day
December 03, 2015 21:48 - 15 minutes - 16.3 MBJoin Story Pirates this week for new story "National Junk Food Day" by Francesca Conti.
The Early Years: Dino Bank Robbers Who Actually Stole For Charity
November 19, 2015 23:27 - 15 minutes - 16.4 MBFrom our dinosaurs themed show comes “Dino Bank Robbers Who Actually Stole For Charity” by then third grader Ethan Griffis!
The Early Years: Zach's Story
November 05, 2015 18:59 - 15 minutes - 18.1 MBFrom our “Spring Break” show in April 2015 comes the story ‘Zach’s Story’ by then-third grader Gabriella Freeman!
The Early Years: Chris Foxerson's Famous Day
October 22, 2015 15:03 - 15 minutes - 16 MBFrom our “Made Up Celebrities” show in September 2014 comes the story ‘Chris Foxerson's Famous Day’ by then-kindergartener Miller Ochs!
The Early Years: Table Manners
October 12, 2015 03:41 - 14 minutes - 15.5 MBFrom our pet peeves themed show comes new story 'Table Manners' by Callie Woodchek from Dallas, Texas!
The Early Years: Fieldtrip to Oppositeland
September 24, 2015 16:00 - 15 minutes - 19.7 MBTake a trip to Oppositeland with the wacky tale by Gabriel Fassler from Brooklyn, NY!
The Early Years: Best Summer Identity Ever!
May 12, 2015 15:41 - 17 minutes - 18.5 MBStory Pirates are back with a case of mistaken identity featuring NFL’s Steve Smith Sr. in “Best Summer Identity Ever!” by then-second grader Drew Wright from Winton-Salem, North Carolina. Featuring an interview with author Drew Wright.
The Early Years: Lions
February 13, 2015 01:38 - 18 minutes - 19.8 MBLions and snakes and zookeepers, oh my! In this wacky zoo adventure, the animals are running the show. This week’s podcast features the Story Pirates’ adaptation of then-kindergartener Tamar Posin’s story “Lions”, and an interview with the author!
The Early Years: The Bear Saved the Christmas
December 24, 2014 03:20 - 16 minutes - 18.3 MBJust in time for Christmas comes a holiday story from the archives: “The Bear Saved the Christmas” by then five year old Evan Pegorsch. This episode features an interview with now-nine year old author Evan - on his birthday! Happy holidays from the Story Pirates!
The Early Years: Ukulele Island
December 12, 2014 00:33 - 14 minutes - 15.5 MBStory Pirates are back with a another adaptation, written by a kid, performed by the Story Pirates! This week’s episode features “Ukulele Island” by then 4th grader Sarah Snyder. First performed in March of 2013 on SiriusXM radio, this podcast features an exclusive interview with author Sarah Snyder!
The Early Years: Melissa the Superhero Who Can Lift Up a Chair and She Makes Your Day Feel Special
October 07, 2014 22:13 - 17 minutes - 19.6 MBThis week’s Story Pirates episode features a story with one of the longest titles we’ve ever encountered! Check out “The Early Years: 16 - Melissa the Superhero Who Can Lift Up a Chair and She Makes Your Day Feel Special” by then-five year old Sofie Dikkers. In this episode’s author interview, Sofie shares how she came up with her awesome title and her favorite things about first grade!
The Early Years: Fall in a Hole
September 18, 2014 21:14 - 14 minutes - 14.6 MBStory Pirates are back with their latest adaptation of “Fall in a hole” by then-preschooler Henry Hilliard. There’s a lot of holes on Farm Street, and plenty of adventures to be had from falling in those holes! Featuring an interview with now seven year old author Henry.
The Early Years: Volleyball In the Future and Past
August 13, 2014 19:14 - 14 minutes - 14.9 MBStory Pirates are back with a story from then-sixth grader Tori Fernandes from Oak Hills, California! Tori’s story “Volleyball in the Future and Past” was written for our “Time Travel Spring Break” episode in April of 2013. Check out this episode for Tori’s story and an interview with the author!
The Early Years: Garbage Truck
April 25, 2014 23:57 - 14 minutes - 17.5 MBWhat happens when a garbage truck spits out trash instead of picking it up? Find out in this episode of Story Pirates podcast, featuring “Garbage Truck” by twins Jack and Melinda from Westborough, MA. Featuring an interview with authors Jack and Melinda, and a bonus fun fact about the beaches of Cape Cod!
The Early Years: There Is A Monster (Snufflepants)
March 29, 2014 17:13 - 13 minutes - 12.9 MBStory Pirates are back with “There Is A Monster (Snufflepants)” by first grader Jayden Collier, a story that has now been performed live onstage all across the country! Meet Snufflepants, the only monster in his family. In Jayden’s words, “He’s nice I love him.” What else is Snufflepants? Check out this episode to find out! Featuring an interview with author Jayden and his amazing ideas for more monster characters!
The Early Years: Football Tornado
March 14, 2014 02:18 - 14 minutes - 15.5 MBWhat happens when you combine a kid who doesn't know how to play football and a tornado? Find out in this episode of the Story Pirate Podcast, featuring the story “Football Tornado” by then first grader Jackson Scott from Odessa, Texas! Join the Story Pirates for this out of this world adventure, featuring an interview with now almost 9 year old author Jackson Scott - including his advice for all you authors out there!
The Early Years: The Birth of Acapella
February 22, 2014 04:02 - 19 minutes - 21.2 MBIn this episode of the Story Pirate Podcast, then 7th grader Kaleigh Ringo tells us her wacky version of how a cappella was born in her story, “The Birth of Acapella”! Join the Story Pirates for a trip to Musicville and find out what happens when four kids break all the musical rules. Will their master plan work? Will they be sent to Tickle Island? There’s only one way to find out! Featuring a very special impromptu performance by author Kaleigh and her mom, this week’s episode will be musi...
The Early Years: Big Girl Bed
February 07, 2014 20:49 - 12 minutes - 12.6 MBIn this installment of the Story Pirates podcast, this musical adaptation of not-even-three year old Mia’s story “I love my big girl bed”! Find out all about Mia’s new big girl bed and why she’s not going to sleep in my crib anymore! What else does Mia love? Check out the podcast to find out! Featuring an interview with now five year old author Mia Allen, including tips for other kids on writing their own stories, and original music by Eli Bolin!
The Early Years: Angry
January 24, 2014 11:00 - 13 minutes - 13.2 MBIn the latest installment of Story Pirates podcast, the Story Pirates bring you the musical adaptation of “Angry” by Kai Hacker. Adapted my Story Pirates Musical Director Eli Bolin, “Angry” features the angry adventures of our protagonist through toilet paper kicking and sibling rivalry all the way to it’s tickle-y conclusion! Featuring an interview with author Kai Hacker.
The Early Years: Weird Backpack
January 10, 2014 11:00 - 15 minutes - 16.8 MBThe Story Pirates are back with ‘The Weird Backpack’ by then 9 year old Bridget Hermann. When classroom eating backpacks threaten to take over the country, there’s only one backpack up to the job of saving the world! Will the Superhero Backpack with worms in its pockets be able to save the country? Will they make it to Tickle Island?! There’s only one way to find out! Featuring a snow day interview with now 10 year old author Bridget Hermann!
The Early Years: No Ice Cream
December 13, 2013 11:00 - 17 minutes - 18.6 MBStory Pirates head to Hotville in "No Ice cream" by then 8 year old Kenna! With superpowers and a little help from a deus ex helicopter, join Super Kenna on her town altering adventures! Featuring an interview with author Kenna!
The Early Years: Dolly Magic Machine
November 27, 2013 11:00 - 15 minutes - 17 MBThe Story Pirates are back with “Dolly Magic Machine” by then-1st grader Charlotte Thompson from Indianapolis. Inspired by a favorite toy, the Dolly Magic Machine is an awesome toy that Samantha will do anything to get! Featuring an interview with author Charlotte, check out the hilarious latest installment of the Story Pirates podcast!
The Early Years: Pluto And The Pop Rocks
November 15, 2013 11:00 - 14 minutes - 14.7 MBJourney into space with the Story Pirates in “Pluto and the Pop Rocks” by John Hobbes Taylor. Why is dwarf planet Pluto sad, and how will the visiting kids cheer him up? Join the Story Pirates on this weird vacation adventure, featuring an interview with author John Hobbes Taylor!
The Early Years: The Ghost’s New Friend
October 30, 2013 06:00 - 13 minutes - 13.6 MBJust in time for Halloween, Story Pirates is back with the (not so scary) story 'The Ghost's New Friend' by Alyssa Mazak! Join ghost Boo as he explores the peculiar challenges faced by a ghost trying to make a friend. Featuring an interview with author Alyssa Mazak, and her tips for writing a great story!
The Early Years: Trash Day
October 17, 2013 06:00 - 16 minutes - 17.7 MBHave you ever wondered about the origins of Trash Day? Fourth grader Emery Gischler explains in his wacky origin story set - where else? - the North Pole! Featuring an interview with now fifth grader Emery!
The Early Years: Marshmallow Shooter Camp
October 02, 2013 10:00 - 13 minutes - 13.6 MBIn Story Pirates first podcast, Lee Overtree (Artistic Director, Story Pirates) and Mindy Thomas (Host, Absolutely Mindy on Sirius XM's Kids Place Live) present "Marshmallow Shooter Camp," a weird adventure into the syrupy world of a marshmallowy camp! Featuring an interview with six year old author Christopher DeWeerd. Story Pirates is a group of world-class actors, comedians, improvisers and musicians who adapt stories written by kids into sketch comedy and musical theater. Story Pirates Po...