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Published by Nicola Ward, Evan Wiebe
Welcome to the Old Library, where real-life cousins Captain Blunderface and Nicola the Storyteller spin classic folk tales, bedtime stories, and true stories about real-life legends. Each episode runs 10-20 minutes. Perfect for curious kids ages 5-12 and parents at bedtime, car rides, and screen-free time. New episodes every week! Want a special shoutout for your children? Message us on Instagram @storiesfromnowandthen to get a story dedication. Creators: Nicola Ward & Evan Wiebe Website: storiesfromnowandthen.com Produced by Ocorda Sound ocorda.com
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A normal family in England is visited by a not-so-normal boy, chasing his own shadow. Oh, and brings a dust-dispersing fairy with him. Meanwhile, Captain Blunderface is taking himself too seriously. Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR. Stories From Now and Then is a collection of fairy and folk tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan. Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com
An original story written BY our very own Nicola Ward about a very special hen. And a true story at that! We are thrilled to have reached our first 50 episodes, and don't you worry - we have so much more in store! Oh, Blunderface tries to "crack" a joke at one point, but don't laugh. Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR. Stories From Now and Then is a collection of fairy and folk tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan. Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com
This is Episode 50!! Thank you for being with us every week, and here we go with a wonderfully fun classic tale told by Nicola about three dogs with unique powers. Meanwhile our Old Library crew's antics are still anticful. Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR. Stories From Now and Then is a collection of fairy and folk tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan. Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com
When a girl from New Jersey moves to Florida and falls in love with the ocean, one of the most impressive careers in to marine biology begins, in this true tale told by Nicola. Meanwhile, the Old Library crew did some exploring of their own. Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR. Stories From Now and Then is a collection of wonderful fairy tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan. Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com
A little Velveteen Rabbit discovers how much of a difference love can make in the second half of this story, as told by Nicola. Deprecatus has more questions about haircuts. Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR. Stories From Now and Then is a collection of wonderful fairy tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan. Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com
A well-loved stuffy causes a stir among the other toys. Find out why Margery Williams' story remains so iconic in today's story as told by the amazing Nicola Ward! Meanwhile, Deprecatus just came back from a haircut. Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR. Stories From Now and Then is a collection of wonderful fairy tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan. Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com
When princesses show up during the day with very very worn shoes and twinkles in their eyes, some people decide they need to get to the bottom of it. Meanwhile Deprecatus has flexed his Barista skills at the Old Library. A classic folk tale from the Brothers Grimm. Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR. Stories From Now and Then is a collection of wonderful fairy tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan. Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com
Join us for a classic fairy tale from Hans Christian Andersen about a contest between a flea, a grasshopper, and a frog! Meanwhile, Cap' Blunderface wants to see a cat jump at least once. Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR. Stories From Now and Then is a collection of wonderful fairy tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan. Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com
A shoemaker notices that some of his work is being done for him. So what does he do? Find out in today's story. Who could be sneaking around his shop? Meanwhile someone seems to have snuck around the old library a bit too. Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR. Stories From Now and Then is a collection of wonderful fairy tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan. Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com
All about four lads from Liverpool: John, Paul, George, and Ringo, and how they became the biggest band of all time. For this episode, all you need is Nicola... To spin the tale of how it all happened. Meanwhile, there's a lot you can do with a pile of hardcover books. Visit us on instagram @storiesfromnowandthen, or join our newsletter on storiesfromnowandthen.com Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com
We wrap our journey through Edith Nesbit's world of dragons today - thanks for listening along! And of course you'll get a cool dragon fact along with (courtesy of Baby Blunderface). Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com
We had a dragon in the picture, but now a new bad guy enters the chat? Uh oh. Hopefully John the Blacksmith can think of something. Meanwhile Baby Blunderface sends someone to fill in for a Dragon Fact. Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com
In this classic folklore tale, John the Blacksmith cashes in on dragon-powered heating, collects profitable iron tears, and welcomes baby Johnny into a very weird household. Meanwhile Baby Blunderface has yet another amazing dragon fact. Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com
How would you feel if you were John the Blacksmith and YOU lived in an old castle with a dragon in it! A classic story from E. Nesbit. At the Old Library, Baby Blunderface has a dragon-related fact. Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com
An incredible recounting of astronomer Caroline Herschel's life; another in our series of wonderful true stories! Meanwhile ... someone is stopping by the Old Library. Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Professor Bloopernoggin: Adam Gellman Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com
You asked for more Robin Hood stories, and we have delivered! Welcome back to the Old Library, or rather Sherwood Forest, for a winsome and mischievous adventure. Meanwhile Deprecatus has been up to some artistic endeavours. Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com
We are still in the wily world of Clever Manka! See how everything unfolds since our part one of this story, and how she handles the judge's challenge. Brought to you by the bungling Cap. Blunderface and the ever-suffering Deprecatus of course. Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com
Nicola takes us into the wily world of Manka and how she navigates some pretty intricate situations. Also a certain *ahem* captain didn't quite make it in time for this one, apparently! Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com
OR ... The Boy In The Yellow Tuxedo. Follow along for this incredibly fun and zany true story from the Old Library, where Deprecatus can apparently ... bake? Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Pardon us? Oh, you enjoy colouring? Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com
Nicola recounts the magical tale of Momotaro, the peach boy! Adapted from the age-old Japanese Folk Tale. Blunderface learns more about cats (doesn't he always?) Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Pardon us? Oh, you enjoy colouring? Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com
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