Podcast appearances and mentions of Donald Davis

En à peine 70 ans, la teneur en vitamines, minéraux et antioxydants de nos fruits et légumes a nettement diminué. Une tendance confirmée par de nombreuses études, dont l'une des plus citées est celle du Dr Donald Davis, biochimiste à l'Université du Texas, publiée en 2004 dans le Journal of the American College of Nutrition. En comparant les données nutritionnelles de 43 légumes et fruits entre 1950 et 1999, l'étude a révélé des baisses significatives : -6 % en protéines, -16 % en calcium, -9 % en phosphore, -15 % en fer et jusqu'à -38 % en vitamine B2.Mais à quoi est due cette perte de qualité nutritionnelle ?1. L'agriculture intensive et la sélection variétaleDepuis les années 1950, les variétés agricoles ont été sélectionnées avant tout pour leur rendement, leur croissance rapide, leur résistance au transport et leur aspect esthétique, souvent au détriment de leur densité nutritionnelle. Ce phénomène, appelé effet de dilution, signifie que plus une plante pousse vite et produit de masse, moins elle concentre de nutriments dans ses tissus. Autrement dit : des tomates plus grosses, mais moins riches.2. L'appauvrissement des solsL'usage massif d'engrais chimiques a favorisé une production rapide, mais a aussi déséquilibré les sols, souvent privés de microéléments essentiels. Or, un sol pauvre produit des végétaux pauvres. Les rotations de cultures limitées, le labour excessif et la monoculture réduisent encore davantage la richesse biologique du sol, privant les plantes de nutriments qu'elles devraient absorber naturellement.3. La récolte précoce et la conservationDe nombreux fruits et légumes sont récoltés avant maturité, pour supporter les longs trajets ou la conservation. Or, c'est en fin de maturation que la concentration en antioxydants et en vitamines atteint son maximum. De plus, les méthodes de conservation (réfrigération, atmosphère modifiée) peuvent entraîner une dégradation progressive des nutriments.4. Le changement climatiqueDes travaux récents publiés dans Nature Climate Change montrent que l'augmentation du CO₂ atmosphérique stimule la croissance végétale, mais dilue certains nutriments, notamment le zinc, le fer et les protéines dans les céréales et les légumineuses. Une tendance préoccupante à l'échelle mondiale.Conclusion :Nos fruits et légumes sont moins nutritifs non parce qu'ils sont "pires", mais parce que les méthodes de culture modernes privilégient la quantité à la qualité. Ce constat relance l'intérêt pour des pratiques agricoles plus durables, des variétés anciennes, et la consommation locale et de saison. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

The American Chestnut Foundation has long supported a controversial plan to release genetically engineered chestnut trees into the wild. The Tree was being developed by the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY-ESF). But now poor performance in field trials and the revelation that researchers had even been field testing the wrong tree prompted The American Chestnut Foundation to pull its support for the GE Tree. The American Chestnut Foundation has also called for SUNY-ESF to pull its application before the United States Department of Agriculture for deregulation of the tree.On this episode of Breaking Green, we spoke with Anne Petermann.  Petermann co- founded Global Justice Ecology Project in 2003. She is the international coordinator of the Campaign to STOP GE Trees, which she also co founded. Petermann is a founding board member of the Will Miller Social Justice Lecture Series.  She has been involved in movements for forest protection and indigenous rights since 1991, and the international and national climate justice movements since 2004.  She participated in the founding of the Durban group for climate justice in 2004, in Durban, South Africa, and Climate Justice Now in 2007 at the Bali Indonesia UN climate conference.  Anne Petermann was adopted as an honorary member of the St. Francis- Sokoki band of the Abenaki in 1992 for her work in support of their struggle for state recognition. In 2000, she received the wild nature award for activist of the year. We will also  talk with Dr. Donald Davis, author of the American Chestnut: an environmental history. His exhaustive book explores how the American Chestnut Tree has shaped history as well as the cultural and environmental significance of the once ubiquitous tree. He also calls the story of the American Chestnut, a cautionary tale of unintended consequences, and criticizes plans to conduct a massive and irreversible experiment by releasing genetically engineered American chestnuts into the wild. Davis is an independent scholar, author and former Fulbright fellow. He has authored or edited seven books. His book, Where There are Mountains: an environmental history of the southern Appalachians, won the prestigious Philip D. Reed environmental writing award. Davis was also the founding member of the Georgia Chapter of the American Chestnut Foundation, serving as its president from 2005 to 2006. He is currently employed by the Harvard forest as a research scholar and lives in Washington DC. Don't miss an episode and subscribe to Breaking Green wherever you get your podcasts.This podcast is produced by Global Justice Ecology Project.Breaking Green is made possible by tax deductible donations from people like you. Please help us lift up the voices of those working to protect forests, defend human rights and expose false solutions.  Donate securely online hereOr simply text GIVE to 716-257-4187

Here's what to expect on the podcast:Why is laughing so important?How does Leanne actively pursue her mission of bringing people together through shared laughter?In what ways can humor be a powerful tool for transforming challenging or negative experiences into positive memories?How do comedians use humor to mask or cope with personal pain and challenges?And much more! TEDx Talk: How the Story Transforms the Teller by Donald Davis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wgeh4xhSA2Q Connect with Leanne Linsky!Website: https://plauzzable.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plauzzable/ Connect with Wendi Bergin!Website: https://joyfullyprepared.com/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/joyfulprepInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfulprepper/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selfreliantmoms/Container Gardening Course: https://www.joyfulprepcontainergarden.comDownload Home Storage Checklist: https://www.joyfullyprepared.com/52weeks

Independent scholar Donald Davis talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the efforts to bring back the American Chestnut tree, which was decimated in the first half of the 20th century by a fungus introduced from Europe.  In the second of his two-part interview, Davis discusses the options.  His landmark book is "The American Chestnut, An Environmental History."

The American Chestnut Tree is functionally extinct, according to independent scholar Donald Davis, author of the book, "The American Chestnut, An Environmental History."  He talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus on The Storyline book series about what wiped out the gigantic Eastern Forest trees that witnessed the unfolding of American history.  In a future visit with Donald Davis, he will discuss the efforts to bring back the American Chestnut.

Totally geeked-out about talking to Donald Davis. My daughters grew up listening to his stories and hearing him for the first time changed my life. He'll be telling stories at the Timpanogos Storytelling Festival at Thanksgiving Point on Sept. 7-9. Donald Davis has been telling stories at national festivals for more than 40 years.  He was born in a Southern Appalachian mountain world,  rich in stories. While he heard many traditional stories about Jack and other heroic characters, he was most attracted to the stories of his own family and places of origin.   During his twenty-five year career as a United Methodist Minister, Davis began to use stories more and more.  He was also asked to begin performing at festivals and in other settings until he retired from the church to tell stories full time. The author of eighteen books and more than forty original recordings, Davis is the recipient of both the Circle of Excellence and the Lifetime Achievement Awards from the National Storytelling Network.

As Life Science companies grow, they become less efficient. In this podcast episode, Dr. Donald Davis explains what scaling challenges are and what companies can do to become more efficient using the process improvement tools of lean six sigma.

On Jan. 7, 1981, a fly form on the then under-construction Bentall building collapsed. Carpenters Gunther Couvreux, Brian Stevenson, Donald Davis and Yrjo Mitrunen fell 36 floors to their deaths. On January 6th of this year as in previous years a memorial was held to celebrate their lives, remember others who have died or been injured at their workplace and stress the vital importance of occupational safety practices. In this episode digital media editor speaks with both Dan Strand, the director of prevention field services for WorkSafeBC, about the current state of construction safety and his organization's role as B.C.'s safety regulator, and with Brynn Bourke, the executive director of the BC Building Trades about ways to improve work conditions and address not only physical dangers but mentally safe work environments. Journal of Commerce staff writer Evan Saunders also spoke with Lee Loftus, a retired union activist who currently sits on WorkSafeBC's board of directors and with Brian Stevenson's sister-in-law Dianne Stevenson and his older brother Bruce Stevenson about speaking at the event and their memories of Brian. You can read Evan's article about the memorial here and listen to The Construction Record on the Daily Commercial News and Journal of Commerce websites as well as on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music's podcast section. Our previous episode featuring Anthony Henry and Ivan Dawns is here. Thanks for listening. DCN-JOC News Services

Stories that Stick (ft. Kindra Hall)A master storyteller on what works, what matters, and what doesn't work or matterOPENING QUOTE:“We get to know people through their stories, and they're asking themselves in that moment as you come out on stage: "I'm spending the next hour with this person, do I like them? Do I connect with them? Do I feel like they're related to me in any way? Do I trust them?”-Kindra Hall:GUEST BIO:Kindra Hall is the best selling author of Stories That Stick: How Storytelling Can Captivate Customers, Influence Audiences, and Transform Your Business. Kindra is one of the busiest keynote speakers on the scene, helping global brands better communicate the value of their company, their products and their individuality through strategic storytelling. She's also the Chief Storytelling Officer at SUCCESS Magazine, where she shares the inspiring, often untold stories of achievers like Daymond John, Deepak Chopra, James Altucher and Misty Copeland in print and on the podcast SUCCESS Stories with Kindra Hall.Links:WebsiteFacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeCORE TOPICS + DETAILS:[6:00] - The Four Key Elements of a Great StoryKindra's secret sauce for amazing storytellingKindra lists four key components of great storytelling— First, they need an identifiable character. It can be you or someone else, but it needs to be someone your audience can identify with.Next, a story needs authentic emotion. It doesn't have to make your audience cry, but it needs to make them feel something. Third— a story needs a moment. It's a point in the story where the listener can “come in and sit right there next to you,” experiencing what you or the main character experienced.Finally, a story needs specific details. This adds to the image your audience is creating in their minds, making your story more vivid and impactful.[14:48] - Intros & EndingHow Kindra thinks about two of the most important parts of a keynoteWhen it comes to intros, Kindra has a strong stance: “Always start with the story.” That's how your audience will get to know you, much more than listing out your credentials or resume.As far as endings, Kindra ties all the concepts she's gone on to discuss back to that original story. It brings everything full-circle, and helps solidify the concepts discussed because they tie back to her original narrative. This leaves a lasting impression and ties emotion and feelings to the intellectual side of what's been discussed.[22:36] - Kindra's Storytelling HeroesInfluential names you may not knowKindra lists her mentor, Donald Davis, as one of her storytelling heroes. She cites his traditional storytelling chops and ability to make life's everyday moments have power and value as one of her biggest inspirations. Kindra also lists the opening story of Glennon Doyle's book Untamed, despite its status as being considered “overhyped.” It clearly struck a chord with a wide range of people— the hallmark of a great story.[29:16] - Kindra's Storytelling No-NosTaking a stand against emotional manipulationTwo things Kindra feels strongly about in stories and keynotes— don't cry, and don't tell stories that have no purpose other than to make your audience cry. Becoming emotional onstage might feel like it will convey vulnerability and impact, but the truth is that it takes the focus off your audience and puts it on you. You're meant to be the deliverer of the message, not the central star of the message.Meanwhile, Kendra says that while stories should be emotionally resonant, they also need to tie back to your message on an intellectual level. Ask yourself what the purpose of a story you share actually is— if it doesn't go any deeper than “making the audience cry,” cut it out.[32:52] - More than an OvationKindra's real measure of a great keynoteMany speakers measure success in standing ovations. But Kindra uses another metric. Does anyone come up to her after the keynote and ask to discuss its message with her further? Does anyone speak to her about speaking at another event? These are signs that she's made a lasting impression after leaving the stage and concluding the event. That's the true measure of keynote success.RESOURCES:[23:02] About Donald Davis[24:02] Untamed, by Glennon Doyle[24:40] New York Times Metropolitan DiaryFollow Kindra Hall:WebsiteFacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeFollow Josh Linkner:FacebookLinkedInInstagramTwitterYouTubeABOUT MIC DROP:Hear from the world's top thought leaders and experts, sharing tipping point moments, strategies, and approaches that led to their speaking career success. Throughout each episode, host Josh Linkner, #1 Innovation keynote speaker in the world, deconstructs guests' Mic Drop moments and provides tactical tools and takeaways that can be applied to any speaking business, no matter it's starting point. You'll enjoy hearing from some of the top keynote speakers in the industry including: Ryan Estis, Alison Levine, Peter Sheahan, Seth Mattison, Cassandra Worthy, and many more. Mic Drop is sponsored by ImpactEleven.Learn more at: MicDropPodcast.comABOUT THE HOST:Josh Linkner is a Creative Troublemaker. He believes passionately that all human beings have incredible creative capacity, and he's on a mission to unlock inventive thinking and creative problem solving to help leaders, individuals, and communities soar. Josh has been the founder and CEO of five tech companies, which sold for a combined value of over $200 million and is the author of four books including the New York Times Bestsellers, Disciplined Dreaming and The Road to Reinvention. 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In last week's episode on storytelling, we learned from Donald Davis, that there are identity cultures and fortune cultures. We have a heart to see the good parts of our southern identity go on to future generations. But how do we do that? Joining us at the table as we discuss how to carry on that culture. We're covering the roles these all play in answering this big question: oral traditions, podcasts, films, historical landmarks, tours, dance, handmade goods and more!   Steel Magnolias Podcast Referenced Episodes: Storytelling Culture: https://bit.ly/3RbGQF8 Foxfire: https://bit.ly/3DUK9gO Southern Cookbooks: https://bit.ly/3SfDnGS Southern Wedding Traditions: https://bit.ly/3dCGfP6   Tree with deep roots - Biblical scripture references: Jeremiah 17:7-8 Colossians 2:6-7 Psalm 1:3 Ephesians 3: 16-19 Mark 4:17 Matthew 13:3-8   Tell your children - Biblical scripture references:  Deuteronomy 6: 4-15 Deuteronomy 11:18    Repetion makes recall easier!   Other references made:  Podcast we referenced: Vanishing Postcards - https://www.vanishingpostcards.com Dance group we referenced: Rocky Top Revue - https://www.rockytoprevue.com Capturing stories, can be memorialized in book form with the help of emailed questions from this resource: https://welcome.storyworth.com/ Want to connect? Join our Patreon Community of supporters for a Southern Sister Chat BONUS episode, perks and SWAG: https://www.patreon.com/steelmagnolias Sign up for our mailing list: https://mailchi.mp/e3cef217a5e7/sweetnews  Instagram @SteelMagnoliasPodcast Episode Transcript: https://steelmagnoliaspodcast.com/

History may not repeat itself, but it most certainly rhymes.Last week Donald Davis sat down with the esteemed Lars Jensen to discuss what has been happening in the markets and what to expect going forward. Strikes, disruptions, reduced capacity, rate changes, IMO, new alliances. This episode covers a ton and provides some market context that you wont want to miss.If you're looking for an efficient way to stay up to date, go give it a listen.In this week's episode, you'll get to hear about:✔️ The next 12 months for spot and contract rates✔️ Carrier alliance and potential scenarios for networks next✔️ New capacity and the outlook for IMO 2023And plenty more

Donald Davis was born in Waynesville, North Carolina, a small town in the mountainous region of Western North Carolina. He received a B.A. from Davidson College  and a Master of Divinity degree from Duke University Divinity School. Davis served as a Methodist minister in High Point, North Carolina for over 20 years before retiring to become a professional storyteller. He has recorded over 25 storytelling albums and written several books. His long career as a teller and his promotion of the cultural importance of storytelling through seminars and master classes has led to Davis being dubbed the "dean of storytelling.” Davis has appeared on National Public Radio, CNN and ABC's "Nightline". Davis is a strong advocate of storytelling, not just the profession, but also storytelling in everyday life. He feels that we connect with one another through the stories that we tell each other across the family dinner table. We THOROUGHLY enjoyed his take on storytelling cultures and hope you do too! If you'd like to find Donald at any of the storytelling events we mentioned you can do so here:  National Storytelling Festival, Jonesborough, TN, Oct 7-9, 2022, https://www.storytellingcenter.net/festival/main/ Athens Alabama Storytelling Festival, October 18- 22, 2022, https://www.athensstorytellingfestival.com The Midland Storytelling Festival, Midland, Texas, December 1-3, https://makingmemoriesmidland.com Want to connect? Join our Patreon Community of supporters for a Southern Sister Chat BONUS episode, perks and SWAG: https://www.patreon.com/steelmagnolias Sign up for our mailing list: https://mailchi.mp/e3cef217a5e7/sweetnews  Instagram @SteelMagnoliasPodcast Episode Transcript: https://steelmagnoliaspodcast.com

Join Mukunda as he speaks with pre-eminent scholars of the Dharma Shastras: Dr. Patrick Olivelle

On a trip to his aunt's house for his birthday, Donald Davis adorns the walls with his crayon art, only to realize later it might have been a grave mistake.

If you google Donald Wayne Davis, you won't find a single article about him.  Only three were written and they're in a box somewhere in a library in Rockingham in a closet.  The public can't access them.  And even if you read those articles, they wouldn't tell you the story we're about to tell you.  This is one of the most disturbing stories we've ever covered. This is the story of the murder of Donald Wayne Davis.

Listen to this fun story from Donald Davis about a kid who is very particular about what he eats. You never know where "doobies" could be hiding, after all.

In 1904, at the Bronx Zoological Park, chestnut trees were dying from a spore borne blight brought to the United States by Japanese chestnut trees that were imported by commercial nurseries. The American chestnut is now referred to as functionally extinct and forest where they were once the dominant species have long since transitioned from Oak chestnut to Oak hickory forests. In this episode of Breaking green, we will talk with Dr. Donald Davis, author of the American Chestnut: an environmental history. His exhaustive book explores how the American Chestnut Tree has shaped history as well as the cultural and environmental significance of the once ubiquitous tree. He also calls the story of the American Chestnut, a cautionary tale of unintended consequences, and criticizes plans to conduct a massive and irreversible experiment by releasing genetically engineered American chestnuts into the wild. Davis is an independent scholar, author and former Fulbright fellow. He has authored or edited seven books. His book, Where There are Mountains: an environmental history of the southern Appalachians, won the prestigious Philip D. Reed environmental writing award. Davis was also the founding member of the Georgia Chapter of the American Chestnut Foundation, serving as its president from 2005 to 2006. He is currently employed by the Harvard forest as a research scholar and lives in Washington DC.You can learn more about GE trees at The Campaign to STOP GE Trees.You can find The American Chestnut: an environmental history on Amazon.This podcast is produced by Global Justice Ecology Project.To become a sponsor of Breaking Green click here.Breaking Green is made possible by tax deductible donations from people like you. Please help us lift up the voices of those working to protect forests, defend human rights and expose false solutions.  Simply text GIVE to 1 716 257 4187.

Donald Davis shares a story fragment about a beloved teacher who does what she can to remember each student in her long career.

What can trade associations do for our industry?Last week Donald Davis and Bryan Most sat down with Dan Varroney, CEO of Potomac Core and author of *Re-imagining Industry Growth: Strategic Partnership Strategies in an Era of Uncertainty.*Dan is an expert on bridging the gap between trade associations and high-growth companies. His deep understanding of policy and regulatory influence on industries has shaped his approach to organizational relevance and growth. Through his own management experience—and nearly a decade advising association clients—Dan has applied his data-driven strategic process to the business and market challenges of trade groups and the companies they represent.This episode is a fantastic deep dive into how strategic partnerships can provide solutions for entire industries and help to heal markets.In this week's episode, you'll get to hear about:✔️ why trade associations won't hurt your competitive advantage✔️  the process of re-shoring and what it means for global trade✔️ legislative and regulatory policies impact on ocean shipping✔️ the frameworks used by CEO's who leverage trade associations✔️ pre-competitive solutions that allow industries to innovateAnd plenty more

If it bleeds, it leads.In preparation for #TPM22 and TPM Tech, Donald Davis and Bryan Most sat down with Mark Szakonyi, Executive Editor for the JOC, to talk about the influx of information and media buzz that is currently engrossing supply chains. They also reflect on how industry leaders and organizations can better provide audiences and customers with practical advice and accurate coverage in the coming years.Whether or not you plan on being in Long Beach in two weeks, you'll want to give this episode a listen to hear about:✔️ How has the consumption of media in the supply chain industry evolved?✔️ Capturing nuance and predicting where the industry is headed✔️ Will incoming capacity cause major shifts in the market?✔️ How live events and TPM deliver value to the industry✔️ Maritime reform and potential legislation changes in the industryAnd plenty more sage advice!#technology#logistics#supplychainmanagement#freight

Welcome to The Apple Seed! Some time filled with stories for you and your family. Since 2013 we've been bringing you tall tales, personal tales, fairy tales, historical tales and more. All kinds of tales, from all kinds of tellers. Some of the best places for sharing your stories are in front of a cozy fire, at the foot of a child's bed at bedtime, and also around the dinner table. And it's that last environment we'd like to focus on today. Not only is the dinner table the perfect place to swap stories, but it's also where some of the best stories are made. On today's episode of The Apple Seed you'll hear a story about unexpected dinner guests from Barbara McBride-Smith; you'll hear a story about an UNWELCOME dinner guest from Bobby Norfolk; you'll even hear a discussion about a children's book focused on a MOST WELCOME food – Fry Bread! On today's episode enjoy the following: “Peas and Carrots” by Donald Davis from Mama Learns to Drive (2:10) The Daily Mix: “Fry Bread” with Gene Nelson (22:56) “Anansi and Turtle Go To Dinner” by Bobby Norfolk from Anansi Time (30:20) “Baucis & Philemon” by Barbara McBride-Smith from Yeee Gods! (38:12) Radio Family Journal: "Oreo Cookies" by Sam Payne (50:15)

The future of emissions and sustainability has arrived.Following Maersk's impressive announcement to accelerate their decarbonization targets by 10 years and achieve net-zero emissions by 2040, Donald Davis and Bryan Most sat down with Lee Kindberg, Head of Environment and Sustainability for North America at Maersk to discuss what this could mean for the industry.In this week's episode, you'll get to hear about: ✔️ How carriers adopt new strategies toward emissions targets✔️ The role of IMO in container shipping✔️ The differences between biofuels and fossil fuels✔️ Potential upcoming requirements for vesselsAnd plenty more advice to help save the

Welcome to The Apple Seed! Some time filled with stories for you and your family. Since 2013 we've been bringing you tall tales, personal tales, fairy tales, historical tales and more. All kinds of tales, from all kinds of tellers. Sometimes stories are so new and different from the ones we are used to hearing that we have a hard time understanding their value. We all have to work through a little fear of the unknown, and it takes some practice to see the goodness in new stories. The good news is, we can learn to see the inherent goodness in those stories. The more we listen to new and different tales, the more we consider the different cultural lenses through which people may see those stories, and therefore, the more we learn to love them and their tellers. In the words of Elder Gerrit W. Gong, “If we are humble, we will be surprised by goodness in unexpected places, and we may create opportunities to grow closer to someone who, like us, is not perfect.” Even if stories differ from the ones you usually tell, you can often find their inherent goodness as you listen. Today's stories will explore quirky ideas like baby birds finding their mother through song, a snake's marriage proposal to a woman, even a donkey challenging a toad to a race! Each story may seem a little odd at first, but if you listen for a bit of their inherent goodness, you will hear themes of familial strength and expanded love. On today's episode, enjoy the following: "The Woman and the Snake" by Barry Stewart Mann from The Improbable Love of Ethel and Elmer and Other Offbeat Tales of Romance (1:54) "The Three Army Surgeons" by Ingrid Nixon from Grimm's with a Twist (11:19) "Donkey & Toad" by The Storycrafters from Classics with a Twist (21:31) "The People Who Could Fly" by Kim and Reggie Harris (30:55) "The Little Red Hen" by Donald Davis from Grandma's Lap Stories (47:43)

Welcome to The Apple Seed! Some time filled with stories for you and your family. Since 2013 we've been bringing you tall tales, personal tales, fairy tales, historical tales and more. All kinds of tales, from all kinds of tellers. This Christmas season is a wonderful time that we get to spend with friends, family, and other loved ones. It's a great time to laugh and spend time together. One of the best things we can do during this holiday season is serve those around us. Whether we serve strangers, family members, or friends, everyone can benefit from a little extra love. On today's episode, enjoy the following: "Doin' the Dishes" by Catharine Conant from Timp 2017 (1:23) "The Children's Christmas Play" by Donald Davis from Christmas at Grandma's (13:25) "A Glass Christmas" by Andy Offutt Irwin from A Not So Silent Night (31:47)

It's been quite the year for supply chains…This week at NYSHEX, Donald Davis and Bryan Most sat down to deliver our Year in Review episode. While 2021 has been a doozy for global logistics, were feeling a bit sentimental as we look back at our first year of coverage, insight, and predictions in the world of ocean shipping.In this week's episode, you'll get to hear about: ✔️ The Ghost of Congestion Past, Present, and Future✔️ Customer of Choice Theory + Strategy✔️ The Ascension of Two-Way Committed Contracts✔️ Reliable Inventory Model vs. Just-in-Time And plenty of other holiday

Got #tech? This week Donald Davis and Bryan Most sat down with Eric Johnson, Senior Editor for Technology at the JOC, to discuss the rise and run of technology in the global supply chain. Eric shared with us his experience as a journalist in the field and the changes he has witnessed over the last two years in the industry. If you're looking for a rundown on technological trends and where the industry may be innovating – give it a listen.In this episode, you'll also get to hear about: ✔️ The Evolution of the Supply Chain Since 2001✔️ Which Logistics Sectors Are Moving Forward the Fastest✔️ How Venture Capital is Influencing the Industry✔️ TPM Tech + the Future of the Supply Chain And plenty more

Retail is on fire.The holidays and gift-giving are set in motion. This week Donald Davis and Bryan Most sat down with Jon Gold, VP of Supply Chain and Customs Policy at the National Retail Federation, to discuss how consumer demand has had a massive impact on the supply chain over these last two years.If you're curious why some shelves may be empty this year, go and have a listen to their discussion.In this week's episode, you'll get to hear about: ✔️ How The $1.2T Infrastructure Bill Means Growth for Supply Chains✔️ Why Retailers Have Changed Their Strategy in 2021✔️ How Shippers and Carriers Prepare for the Future of Logistics✔️ Who Will Win the Super Bowl And plenty more

Welcome to The Apple Seed! Some time filled with stories for you and your family. Since 2013 we've been bringing you tall tales, personal tales, fairy tales, historical tales and more. All kinds of tales, from all kinds of tellers. Happy Thanksgiving! We hope that you are having a wonderful day, surrounded by loved ones and great food. Wherever you are in the world and whoever you're with, we're so glad to bring you some great stories to bring you a little extra happiness on this great holiday. In today's episode, you'll hear stories about food, family, and being together from great storytellers. On today's episode, enjoy the following: "George Washington's Thanksgiving Day Proclamation" read by Ron Frederickson (1:08) "Anansi and the Rain Cloud" by Big Joe Pagliuca from 6 Silly Stories (6:14) "Sunday Dinner" by Donald Davis from See Rock City (17:11) Daily Mix: "Grandma's Chicken Soup" with Jeff Simpson (21:17) "Thankful for Reading" by S. Payne (28:47) "Abundant Blessings" by Dolores Hydock from Holidazed! (36:48)

Welcome to The Apple Seed! Some time filled with stories for you and your family. Since 2013 we've been bringing you tall tales, personal tales, fairy tales, historical tales and more. All kinds of tales, from all kinds of tellers. Do you remember learning how to ride a bike? It was probably hard at first, but then the more you did it, the easier it got, right? For many people learning new things can be challenging, but once we've practiced and done it many times, we forget how difficult it was at first. Remembering those first early struggles doing new things can help us remember to be patient with others while they learn to do new things. On today's episode, enjoy the following: "Zen and the Art of Storytelling" by Syd Lieberman from Streets and Alleys (1:36) "Mama Learns to Drive" by Donald Davis from Mama Learns to Drive (14:40) "Simply Guido" by Norah Dooley from Italian Folktales: Stories Nobody Told Me (36:15) "The Ant and the Dove" by Diane Ferlatte from Aesop: Alive and Well (43:21) "The Little Boy Who Hated Pizza" by Mark Binder from Classic Stories for Children (50:28)

This week Donald Davis and Bryan Most sat down with our new SVP of Commercial, Matt Marshall, to talk all-things-supply-chain. Matt, a former Deloitte consultant who worked previously at Flexport as Head of Global Key Accounts, shared his insight on the deals being struck today and the future of ocean contracting in a fresh and insightful way. This week you'll get nothing but solid strategic thinking from these three mavericks.In this episode, they discuss: ✔️ Multi-Year Advice for Shippers✔️ How to Customize Contracts for Performance in 2022✔️ Carrier Focus on Long-Term Deals After 2021✔️ End-to-end Reliability and the Cost of Non-Performance And plenty of more

Guest: Donald Davis Show Notes “I got into harm reduction to enable people who use drugs. I enable them to protect themselves and their communities, to feel like they have someone to talk to. I enable them to ask for help and help others in turn. I enable them to find treatment options, reconnect with their families and rebuild their lives. If that makes me an enabler, I am proud to claim that term.” Harm reduction is not about celebrating drug use, it is about humanizing drug users and keeping them alive while they navigate toward recovery. It is about protecting communities from the negative impacts associated with unsafe drug use practices. Donald Davis is a former IV drug user and current person in sustained long term recovery. He is the Executive Director of the Kentucky Harm Reduction Coalition and has a wealth of knowledge on the subject after working in the field for over 25 years. He shares how harm reduction services helped him find his path to recovery and how this path can be the beginning to positive changes for many individuals struggling with substance use and their communities. Links: https://kyhrc.org/ Instagram: @kentuckyharmreductioncoalition FaceBook: Kentucky Harm Reduction Coalition

This week we managed to hunt down Donald Davis and Bryan Most and have them drill into what has been going on in the world of #ocean contracts.Historically, we've seen contracts signed in #Q1 of any given year, but with all the disruptions that have been happening, Carriers and Shippers are now filling capacity far into 2022 and 2023. In fact, from what we've seen, the remaining capacity for the next 12-36 months is much, much lower than anyone expected.In this episode, Bryan offers some expertise on how Shippers can deal with #capacity shortages while Don delivers a perspective on Carrier relationships that can help everyone better manage their supply chain.They also cover:✔️ Spot-market price fluctuations✔️ NVO strategies and how to diversify your supply chain✔️ Emissions Regulations and Labor in 2022✔️ What restocking inventory could mean for 2022 and 2023…and plenty of other questions you might have about the market!

Welcome to The Apple Seed! Some time filled with stories for you and your family. Since 2013 we've been bringing you tall tales, personal tales, fairy tales, historical tales and more. All kinds of tales, from all kinds of tellers. Whether it's a story that brings us back to our childhood, one that explains why something happens, or one that just has to make us laugh, it's easy to lose ourselves in the worlds that stories create. They can be familiar or bizarre, comforting or a bit unnerving. Whatever they are, here at The Apple Seed, we believe they should bring us closer to our loved ones, either through the shared experience of a tale, or through the memories they spark. On today's episode you can expect to get some questions answered in ways you may not have expected, hear some funny memories of a highly motivated child attempting to avoid his vegetables, and more. On today's episode, enjoy the following: “Old Man Winter” by Len Cabral from It's How You Say It (4:04) The Radio Family Journal: "Running" by Sam Payne (16:43) The Daily Mix: “Chicago's South Carolina Purples” with Don Shelline (22:06) “Peas and Carrots” by Donald Davis from Mama Learns to Drive (30:21) “Foolish Jack” by Ed Stivender from Classics Revisited (50:34)

Welcome to The Apple Seed! Some time just about every day filled with stories for you and your family. Since 2013 we've been bringing you tall tales, personal tales, fairy tales, historical tales and more. All kinds of tales, from all kinds of tellers. Stories have a way of sparking the imagination, and, as we learn in so many stories, the imagination has a way of sparking magic. Whether it's a girl conjuring nighttime in a box, a little boy outsmarting a terrifying ogress, or a heroic little girl defeating demons, the magic we see in stories isn't so far from our very own reality. Enjoy these stories of magic and bravery from all over, today, on The Apple Seed. On today's episode, enjoy the following: "The Black Cat" by Dan Keding from Strawberries in Winter (2:54) The Radio Family Journal: "Wigging Out on McKenzie Stanley" by Sam Payne (17:56) The Daily Mix: "Roll Call Yonder" with Donald Davis (23:43) "Telesik" by Margaret Read MacDonald from Fat Cat and Friends (32:39) "Left Hand Story" by Brenda Wong Aoki from Timp 2017 (46:59)

For 22 years the Ojai Storytelling Festival (October 28-31 this year) has been bringing in the country's best practitioners of this ancient art form. We are joined by OSF founder Brian Bemel, next year's director Kara Lakes and Jamaican storytelling phenomenon Debra Ehrhardt for a lively romp through the festival's past and future. Debra will be the featured performer at the adult-rated Naughty Tales on the night of Saturday, Oct. 31st. She joins the all-star lineup including Kim Weitkamp, Bill Harley, Donald Davis, Bil Lepp and many more for four days of hilarity, humanity and creative expression. Tickets are available at ojaistoryfest.org and you can check out Debra's one-woman show, Jamaica Farewell, soon to be a major motion picture, at https://jamaicafarewelltheplay.com

Welcome to The Apple Seed! Some time filled with stories for you and your family. Since 2013 we've been bringing you tall tales, personal tales, fairy tales, historical tales and more. All kinds of tales, from all kinds of tellers. The world is a big place, and no one knows that better than the heroes in our favorite stories. When duty or adventure calls, heroes are often called to leave the comfort of their homes and the arms of their families to make their way in the world and discover what else is out there. Sometimes our favorite heroes find buried treasure or fight noble and important battles. Other times, they discover that what they truly sought could be found at home all along. Today's stories feature protagonists that leave their homes to find things they might not have expected. On today's episode, enjoy the following: “Jack and the Animals” by Donald Davis from Grandma's Lap Stories (3:49) Radio Family Journal: "Living Room Dream" by Sam Payne (16:40) The Daily Mix: "City Lights" with Antonio Rocha (22:28) “The Fiddler and the Princess” by Judy Lubin from Dragons of the Sea: Legends from China (33:20)

With current events and forecasts for the supply chain continuing to look dreary, we've decided to switch focus for the week and take a moment to dive deep into strategies and lessons learned from over 25+ years of working in the industry.From leading teams to managing relationships and navigating change, Donald Davis and Bryan Most will take a stab at distilling a lifetime of container-shipping-wisdom into more digestible lessons for those looking to create and maintain a successful career in the business.In this special episode, you'll get to hear about: ✔️ Why Change is Good and How to Embrace It as a Leader✔️ The Key Characteristics Top Talent Look for in Their Managers✔️ How to Use Data and Technology to Motivate Your TeamAnd plenty more

Welcome to The Apple Seed! Some time filled with stories for you and your family. Since 2013 we've been bringing you tall tales, personal tales, fairy tales, historical tales and more. All kinds of tales, from all kinds of tellers. Family is something that everyone has. Whether it's a blood relative or someone else to whom you're close, your 'family' is a unit that can get you through the toughest of times. Chances are, in addition to having family, you've got plenty of stories to go along with them. On today's episode, enjoy the following: “Dad's Jokes” by Donald Davis from Timp 2017 (3:20) Radio Family Journal: "The Lure" by Sam Payne (23:26) The Daily Mix: "Family Meals" with Colton Soelberg (29:58) “Winning Dee Dee”: an original radio drama produced at BYU Radio (37:40) “The Turnip” by Heather Forest from Tales Around the Hearth (51:37)

As the holiday season quickly approaches and uncertainty in the labor market continues, retailers and shippers will benefit from investing in supply chain efficiency today - not tomorrow.With port congestion and capacity shortages only adding to the stress, carriers are beginning to plan ahead in order to stay abreast of demand. But what does this mean for shippers?In our latest episode, Donald Davis and Bryan Most begin to unpack some of the reasons why the next Ocean Contracting Cycle might be sooner than we think…In this episode, you'll learn about:  ✔️ The ongoing challenges of capacity and what that could mean for the market.  ✔️ Why the spot market could continue to remain high and how to avoid getting caught up in bidding wars.  ✔️ The importance in becoming a “Shipper of Choice” as we head into 2022 and beyond.  And plenty more!   

Everyone's mom is unique and special to their own family circumstances, however, there is a magical quality that all moms seem to share: they know everything. When we have questions about life and it's many curiosities, we are so grateful for our mother's omniscience. However, when we get into mischief, our mother's all-knowing power can be what gets us grounded. Donald Davis's mother takes an interesting approach to this by letting her sons cause trouble because “that's what boys do” even though she's fully aware of what they're doing since “that's what mama's do.” To discover the method behind the madness, listen in to today's episode, “That's What Mama's Do.” On today's episode, enjoy the following:“Sarah” by Syd Lieberman from A Winner And Other Stories (11:05)Syd Lieberman, like many good tellers, knows that some of the best stories come from your own family and has told many stories centering around his children. However, he never had a story about his daughter, Sarah. She was just too sweet and untroublesome to have a story about her. But now, she's entered a special stage of life where she's caught between becoming a full-grown woman and still being a small child which brings many challenges as well as unique opportunities to build a bond that can last a lifetime.  “That's What Mama's Do” by Donald Davis from That's What Mama's Do (18:15)Donald Davis is a southern storyteller who often used anecdotes during his twenty-five years as a preacher. Even though Donald is familiar with and loves all kinds of stories from all over the world, his favorite kinds to tell are ones from his own childhood. In this story, Donald recounts the many things he did throughout his boyhood to sneak about doing funny business and the mysterious way his mother seemed to always find out.  “The Little Old Woman Who Hated Housework” by Margaret Read MacDonald from Fat Cat and Friends (11:00)Margaret Read MacDonald's favorite kinds of tales to tell are old folktales that she breathes new life into, and this folktale is one that many people can relate to. Lots of people have that one chore that they just hate to do. Be it dishes, raking leaves, or cleaning their room, it always feels like a huge, miserable task. Well, that's how the little old lady in today's story feels about every chore. Thankfully some fairies will swoop in to help her out, although she may not want the help they offer. 

Nature holds a language just as we as humanity hold languages. Each of these stories connects to some part of nature - from including lines of French, Spanish and English, to talking about the birds and turtles and the languages of plants. There are always things we can learn from these wonderful creatures of nature. And if we stop and listen, perhaps we'll be able to hear them whisper to us. In this episode you'll hear stories of all of these things and more, so stop and listen and maybe these stories can give you clues into what nature sounds like.   On today's episode, enjoy the following:“The Gift“ by Michael Katz from Far Away and Close to Home: Magical and Mystical tales from Around the World (9:18)In this story the sun disappears after being forgotten by the people of earth. And the people then try singing to the sun with musicians to make him happy and bring him back. Will it work? Well, that's the story. And it's a bilingual adventure that you're sure to love.  “Kanzo's Garden” by Lyn Ford from When the Gourd Broke Common Sense Stories (14:50)In this story you'll meet Kanzo, an extraordinarily gifted gardener, who is also very greedy. He builds a high fence to keep creatures out, even down to the smallest beetle. The story is about how the animals and birds try to make a plan to get some food from Kanzo's garden.  “Moon and Sun” by Sean K. Buvala from Calling Out The Rising Sun: Stories for Teenage Guys (2:15)This is a short tale about the jealousy that exists between the moon and the sun. Jealousy because, after all, in this story the moon and the sun are siblings.  “Thunder and Lightning” by Martha Hamilton with Mitch Weiss from How & Why Stories World Tales Kids Can Tell (2:46)This is a story called "Thunder and Lightning". Did you know that thunder and lightning were a ram and a sheep? Well, that's what this story says. And here's Martha Hamilton and Mitch Weiss.  “Clytie” by Martha Hamilton with Mitch Weiss from Stories in My Pocket Tales Kids Can Tell (3:34)Martha sticks around to tell us a greek myth. The story of "Clytie", a girl who couldn't stop staring at the sun.  “Wood & Nails” by Michael Reno Harrell from Tales and Tunes (5:28)Now we're going to hear from Michael Reno Harrell. This is a little tale and tune about a rainstorm and a house. This was recorded live during a house concert for friends.  “The Tale of Shadow and Light” by Barry Stewart Mann from The Improbably Love of Ethel and Elmer and Other Offbeat Tales of Romance (2:30)Up next is Barry Stewart Mann with a story about the once wonderful friendship between shadow and light.   “Talking With The Lights On” by Donald Davis from A Room of My Own (7:09)A lot of the stories we brought you this hour have to do with lessons learned from nature: thunder and lighning, the sun and the moon, shadow and light. We thought we'd bring you one more lesson story. This one a lesson learned from playing in the Junior High band, and it's from "The Dean", Donald Davis. 

Sometimes stories are so new and different from the ones we are used to hearing that we have a hard time understanding their value. We all have to work through a little fear of the unknown, and it takes some practice to see the goodness in new stories. The good news is, we can learn to see the inherent goodness in those stories. The more we listen to new and different tales, the more we consider the different cultural lenses through which people may see those stories, and therefore, the more we learn to love them and their tellers. Even if stories differ from the ones you tell, you can often find their inherent goodness as you listen. Today's stories will explore quirky ideas like a snake's marriage proposal to a woman and even a donkey challenging a toad to a race! Each story may seem a little odd at first, but if you listen for a bit of their inherent goodness, you will hear themes of familial strength and expanded love. Today on The Apple Seed, enjoy the following:"The Woman and the Snake" by Barry Stewart Mann from The Improbable Love of Ethel and Elmer and Other (8:23)Professional actor, writer, and storyteller Barry Stewart Man tells of a girl named Ambala, who can't seem to get rid of her illness. One day, the snake she and her father take care of every day appears to her in a dream, and tells her she will be healed. When she finds herself free of the illness soon after, she begins living a confident life till she is again visited by the snake in another dream. This time, he declares that she will marry him! And so, believing his predictions, she prepares to do just that. Listen in as Barry tells The Woman and the Snake, from his album The Improbable Love of Ethel and Elmer and Other. "The Three Army Surgeons" by Ingrid Nixon from Grimm's with a Twist  (8:34)Inspirational speaker and storyteller Ingrid Nixon tells of three army surgeons who were so skilled that they could remove their own body parts and sew them right back on by morning. One day, during their stay at an inn, the surgeons body parts go missing – the inn keeper and his wife find a way to replace their body parts, hoping they will not notice the different when morning comes. Puzzle along to this quirky tale as Ingrid tells The Three Army Surgeons, from her album Grimm's with a Twist.  "Donkey and Toad" by The Storycrafters from Classics with a Twist (8:00)Storytelling duo Barry Marshall and Jeri Burns, also known as The Storycrafters, tell of a donkey who would always brag about his long, strong legs as he laughs about his friend Toad's short, stubby ones. Toad enlists his children in helping him win the race, and instructs to jump out at Donkey and sing their ancestral song at him as he passes by. Tune in to the lyrics of this quirky song as The Storycrafters sing along to Donkey and Toad, from their album Classics with a Twist.  "The People Who Could Fly" by Kim and Reggie Harris (16:19)Our country is still wrestiling with a history so entangled with the enslavement of fellow human beings. A wealth of stories grew up among those enslaved people. And it's so remarkable that such a persistent thread among those stories is the thread of the mythical ability of the people to fly away to the magical country called "Freedom". This story called "the People Who Could Fly" was recorded live at the Timpanogos Storytelling Festival.  "The Little Red Hen" by Donald Davis from Grandma's Lap Stories (8:09)Donald Davis usually enthralls audiences with stories of his youth growing up in the Appalachian Mountains. But he tells traditional tales, too. Like "The Little Red Hen". 

On today's Apple Seed Extra, enjoy a story from Donald Davis called "Sunday Dinner." 

We always hope that the stories we share with you on The Apple Seed spark memories for you to share with the people that you love. Sometimes those memories are sparked by listening to personal stories, and other times by listening to tall tales and fairy tales. So sit back, relax, and get ready to have the memories wash over you as you listen to stories about cookies, uncles, and artichokes.  On today's episode, enjoy the following:"Baking Cookies" by The Storycrafters from Classics with a Twist (17:34)This story from the husband and wife storytelling duo, The Storycrafters (Barry Marshall and Jeri Burns), is a retelling of the classic "Gingerbread Man" tale. "Uncle Frank Plays With the Jollys" by Donald Davis from I Wouldn't Tell This to Just Anybody (30:41)In this next story from "The Dean" of storytelling, Donald Davis talks about listening to stories about made up family members. This was recorded live on the grounds of the National Storytelling Festival in Jonesborough, TN. Radio Family Journal: "Fighting Artichokes" (4:51)What's in a name? In this latest entry in the Radio Family Journal you'll enjoy Sam's musings about some of the silly mascot names he's encountered throughout his life.

On today's Apple Seed Extra, enjoy a rich conversation with the storyteller that most other storytellers call 'The Dean of Storytelling,' Donald Davis. You'll be enriched and inspired as you hear  about his family and how he came to tell their stories. You'll leave wanting to pay closer attention to your own stories and the stories of the people you love. 

Do you remember learning how to drive, or are you still looking forward to the day when you'll be able to drive? In today's story, we'll hear about Donald Davis's mother and her extraordinary adventures in driving. But even though she endures the thrills and frights of mastering the road, nothing prepares her for the final shock she receives at the DMV after she passes her driver's test. We'll also enjoy stories by Syd Lieberman, Norah Dooley, Diane Ferlatte, and Mark Binder. On today's episode, enjoy the following:"Zen and the Art of Storytelling" by Syd Lieberman (12:36)Syd Lieberman is known for his retelling of timeless Edgar Allen Poe material, the hilarious tales of the foolish town of Chelm, and just about everything in between. But have you ever wondered how Syd got started as a storyteller? Well, in “Zen and the Art of Storytelling” Syd shares that feel-good story with us. This comes from a collection of verbal records called Streets and Alleys. "Mama Learns to Drive" by Donald Davis (20:06)Being born in the Southern Appalachian mountains, Donald Davis has some pretty wild and humorous tales to tell. One such tale is called, “Mama Learns How to Drive” about - you guessed it - his mother learning how to drive. This story comes to us from a collection of drama and comedies fittingly called Mama Learns to Drive. "Simply Guido" by Norah Dooley (6:45)Norah Dooley is an author, an encouraging coach, a storyteller, and so much more. We really get to see her passion and talent for storytelling in “Simply Guido” a fable about the value of some common sense. This story hails from a collection of stories labeled Stories Nobody Told Me - Italian Folk Tales. "The Ant and the Dove" by Diane Ferlatte (6:33)Diane Ferlatte is known for her powerful charisma that makes her stories burst with life. One such story is called “The Ant and the Dove” a musical tale about the power of having little friends. This adventure comes from a collection of narratives called Aesop: Alive and Well.  "The Little Boy Who Hated Pizza" by Mark Binder (4:51)To wrap up today's episode, how about a story from Mark Binder about a little boy who hates pizza? Have you ever heard of such a thing?! It's from a collection of stories called Classic Stories for Children.  

Around this time of year, we always love to share some of our favorite stories of family and home. We'll share a story in today's episode by the great North Carolina  storyteller Donald Davis, who touches the hearts and tickles the funny bones of audiences all over the country with tales of his childhood, growing up in the mountains of Appalachia. Donald's story is called “Look it Up!” in which the kids in Donald's elementary school go to the dictionary to find out the meaning of new school punishment, with disastrous and hilarious results. You'll also hear a story called Pencil Neck, an elementary school story from Sam's own memory of being a student at Alpine Elementary School. And we'll wrap up with something from Virginia storyteller Sheila Arnold: a phone conversation that captures a little tradition shared between mother and son for years.   On today's episode, enjoy the following:“Look it up!” by Donald Davis (13:46)In this story, the kids in Donald's elementary school go to the dictionary to find out the meaning of new school punishment, with disastrous and hilarious results.  Radio Family Journal: “Pencil Neck” (7:48)Despite all his worst fears, sixth grade didn't turn out all that bad for Sam. He'll explain why in this story about the difference between expectations and realities, and the lifelong memories that formed where he least expected them.   “I Love You More” by Sheila and Kriss Arnold (2:01)During a recording session, Sheila Arnold captured a phone call from her son – a phone call that reveals a signing-off tradition that mother and son have maintained for years and years. 

Siblings can be both a blessing and a curse. They can provide someone to talk to on lonely days, make boring moments more fun, or help you out in a time of need. On the other end of the spectrum, they might know exactly which buttons to push to annoy you, blame things on you, or do something so weird that you don't even want to associate with them. In the end, siblings can have a huge effect on our lives and we should be grateful to them for any of the good that they do for us. On today's episode, we'll have the pleasure of hearing all about siblings. Both funny stories and heartwarming ones that we're sure will bring great memories to any who listen. On today's episode, enjoy the following:“When Our Streetlights Come On” by Norah Dooley from My Bad, Bad Dog and Other Stories (8:20)Norah Dooley is well versed in the art of story, as her work involves writing tales, teaching storytelling, and performing. When she was little, she and her brother couldn't have been more different. She was afraid of everything, and he was afraid of nothing. She was so afraid of getting in trouble that she wouldn't even let herself have fun. But her brother helped her get over that fear by keeping her out past her curfew. “You're Safe, Mary” by Syd Lieberman from Lieberman Live (4:08)The Vice President of the Timpanogos storytelling festival, Debbie Richan, said of Syd Lieberman, “God created Syd because he loves us.” That quote resonates particularly well in the story of three young sisters who work together to make the youngest happy. “Wendy's Hammer” by Anthony Burcher from Anthony Squished My Banana (5:38)Though siblings can be pleasant, we all know that there is also a lot of time spent bickering, teasing, and fighting. Sometimes, if you tease a sibling enough, there are consequences. Hailing from Virginia, Anthony Burcher has a story about his siblings after he got a terrible ear infection. “Doobies” by Donald Davis from Mama Learns to Drive (7:16)Siblings aren't the only ones involved in family shenanigans. Donald Davis has a story to tell about his own children and their adventures with concealing unwanted food.  “Sillier Than You” by Bill Harley from The Best Candy in the Whole World and other stories (10:42)Bill Harley's tales are known to be about growing up and navigating the world. This much can be seen in the next story. Bill tells about two sisters, one of which is so weird, the other just can't stand it anymore. Little did she know, her sister wasn't as weird as she thought. “We Hold the Rope” by Sheila Arnold from Mini, Many, Minnie Tales (8:30)Sheila Arnold says that she became a storyteller because of her son. Perhaps that gave her a perspective on her story about a young man who resented his older brother only to find out that he was the one who would help rescue him in his time of need. "The Three Little Pigs" by Mark Binder from Classic Stories For Children (5:55)We wrap up today's episode by bringing you a classic sibling story told by Mark Binder. In it, three famous siblings of which almost everyone has heard, build new homes out of three very different materials with very different results. 

The Timpanogos Storytelling Festival has been delighting fans of the medium for the past 31 years. And this year the festival will be more accessible than ever! The virtual event will feature some of the most renowned tellers in the business, many of whom you'll hear on today's episode of The Apple Seed, including Pippa White, Donna Washington, Ed Stivender, and of course, Donald Davis. For tickets to see some of your favorite storytellers right from the comfort of your own home, visit timpfest.org On today's episode of The Apple Seed, enjoy the following:"The Red Scooter" by Donald Davis (11:38)There's no storyteller that personifies the spirit of the Timpanogos Storytelling Festival quite like North Carolina storyteller Donald Davis does. He's been on stage at Timp just about every year for all of its 31 years. Here he shares a Christmas memory that's enjoyable year-round.  "The Great Blizzard of 1888" by Pippa White (10:28)Pippa White is known for telling beautiful, historical tales, often in rhyme. This next story - a favorite of ours - is about a teacher, and a classroom full of kids during "The Great Blizzard of 1888".  "Like Bread Loves Salt" by Ed Stivender (14:31) Here's a story from another Timp-favorite, Ed Stivender. It's about an aging king who dsires to pass his throne on to one of his three lovely daughters. Whoever provides the best answer to the question, 'Which one of you loves me the most?', will receive the best parcel of land.  "Sody Saluradus" by Donna Washington (10:24)Have you ever had a difficult time remembering a key piece of information? Perhaps the next time you struggle to remember something you should put it to a song. Although, in the case of this story, "Sody Saluradus", from Timp-newcomer, Donna Washington, a little jingle gets the characters into quite a bit of trouble.  "Museum of Your Life" by Donald Davis (2:29)Donald Davis wraps up a wonderul hour of storytelling with a plea to listeners to share stories with their loved ones.

The Timpanogos Storytelling Festival has been delighting fans of the medium for the past 31 years. And this year the festival will be more accessible than ever! The virtual event will feature some of the most renowned tellers in the business, many of whom you'll hear on today's episode of The Apple Seed, including Robert Jones, Kim Weitkamp, Charlotte Blake-Alston, Paul Strickland, and of course, Donald Davis. For tickets to see some of your favorite storytellers right from the comfort of your own home, visit timpfest.org On today's episode, enjoy the following stories:"Irene" by Robert Jones"The Old Stained Man" by Kim Weitkamp"These Will Carry You Far" by Charlotte Blake-Alston"Melvin V. O Droit Eulogy" by Paul Strickland"I Know You Have Stories" by Donald Davis