Podcast appearances and mentions of mark binder

Award-winning author Mark Binder is set to visit Richmond on Saturday, March 23, at the Church of the Holy Comforter at 4819 Monument Avenue. The event, titled “Cracked Pots – and other stories,” will feature a blend of reading, storytelling, conversation, and a little bit of music. It is being produced by the Henrico-based Storytellers Channel's Hearts Afire Storytelling Series and in conjunction with the NCECA Conference in Richmond. “We need good stories,” said Binder, an award-winning author. “We need to get together in the company of other people to share stories that are interesting, fun, funny and perhaps inspiring.”...Article LinkSupport the show

Angel of Light, an immersive horror experience in LA takes over the Los Angles Theatre to bring the dark origin of an upcoming horror movie to life. Join me as I chat with the creators Chris Anastas and Mark Binder as we delve into the dark and demonic universe they have created. Are you ready to accept the light? Angel of Light :  https://www.angeloflight.live/enter-the-light Support the show!Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/WhispersofaWitchBuy Me a Coffee : https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thewitchvoiceConnect with me!Instagram :   http://www.instagram.com/thewitchvoiceFacebook :    https://www.facebook.com/thewitchvoiceWebsite:        https://www.witchvoice.com/whispers-of-a-witchAnd remember, stay wicked!!!Support the show

This week Tayla is joined by Mark Binder, author, storyteller, and award nominated audiobook writer/narrator. They talk about how he went from a playwright/author to a live storyteller and what kept him doing storytelling. They also discuss Discworld, tabletop games, and medical dramas. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What author alive or dead would you like to meet and why? P.S. This is the first Down Time episode that included harmonica accompaniment.  Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books Browse books by Mark Binder in the library catalog Ink Black Heart by Robert Galbraith The Friday Night Knitting Club by Kate Jacobs Die by Kieron Gillen, Stephanie Hans, and Clayton Cowles Night Watch by Terry Pratchett AV Star Trek: Picard (2020-2023) Grey's Anatomy (2005- ) New Amsterdam (2018-2023) Everything Everywhere All At Once (2022) Other https://markbinderbooks.com/

Guests Rich Binder, Andrew Binder & Mark Binder speak to Doc about the creation and history of Philippe's restaurant & it's famous French Dip sandwich. Beyond the French Dip, Doc talks about arthritis and inflammation in the body. Serrano Mac & Cheese along with the Barefoot Contessa Fried Chicken sandwich.

Josie Long presents short documentaries and audio adventures on the flow of water. A stream of voices from around the world speak of the myths and legends born from water. The author Damian Le Bas follows the ripples left by a tragedy on the River Medway in the 1850s. And at the confluence of two rivers, the writer Laura Barton looks to the poet Raymond Carver for guidance on her last decade. Other Water Written and read by Laura Barton In Fresh Water Featuring Ed Granston, Stephen Mallett and Damian Le Bas Produced by Damian Le Bas and Andrea Rangecroft A River of Voices Featuring Devi Lockwood, Jo Darrington, Zella Downing, Iain Wilson, Mark Binder, Ole Øvretveit, Lupita Pocket, Leszek Daworski, Ateli Nasoru, Steve Maina, Ryan Burns and 3 anonymous women in Mississippi. Produced by Samia Bouzid and Devi Lockwood Curated by Axel Kacoutié, Eleanor McDowall and Andrea Rangecroft Produced by Andrea Rangecroft A Falling Tree production for BBC Radio 4

A Conversation with Joshua T Berglan & Izzy Abrahmson is a thought provoking look into a writer's mind, what it is like writing books for kids, young adults and adults, creating plays for zoom, the gift of being a creative, life of a performing storyteller and so much more. Join us for an upbeat, fun conversation that will surely stimulate your desire to create and go for your dreams. Meet Izzy - Izzy Abrahmson is an old soul with modern sensibilities. His stories of THE VILLAGE LIFE have been published in books, newspapers and magazines around the world. Although shy by nature, Izzy loves to tell stories and play improvised klezmer harmonica. His performances of tales have been enjoyed by adults, children and families of all ages at festivals and celebrations in the United States, Ireland, England, The Netherlands, Austria and France. Izzy Abrahmson is also a pen name for author and storyteller Mark Binder, who lives in Providence and tours the world… virtually and in-person. You can read the book THE VILLAGE FEASTS here: https://lightpublications.com/netgalley Thank you for being a part of this broadcast on the Live Mana Worldwide Multimedia Broadcast Network! Find us by downloading our app on ROKU, Amazon Fire or on your favorite podcast platform or by downloading the e360tv app on your smart tv's. Be blessed, Joshua T Berglan "The World's Mayor"

A Conversation with Joshua T Berglan & Izzy Abrahmson is a thought provoking look into a writer's mind, what it is like writing books for kids, young adults and adults, creating plays for zoom, the gift of being a creative, life of a performing storyteller and so much more. Join us for an upbeat, fun conversation that will surely stimulate your desire to create and go for your dreams. Meet Izzy - Izzy Abrahmson is an old soul with modern sensibilities. His stories of THE VILLAGE LIFE have been published in books, newspapers and magazines around the world. Although shy by nature, Izzy loves to tell stories and play improvised klezmer harmonica. His performances of tales have been enjoyed by adults, children and families of all ages at festivals and celebrations in the United States, Ireland, England, The Netherlands, Austria and France. Izzy Abrahmson is also a pen name for author and storyteller Mark Binder, who lives in Providence and tours the world… virtually and in-person. You can read the book THE VILLAGE FEASTS here: https://lightpublications.com/netgalley Thank you for being a part of this broadcast on the Live Mana Worldwide Multimedia Broadcast Network! Find us by downloading our app on ROKU, Amazon Fire or on your favorite podcast platform or by downloading the e360tv app on your smart tv's. Be blessed, Joshua T Berglan "The World's Mayor"

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)

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. Where do heroes come from anyway? Some of our heroes are people we have heard about in history, people who have accomplished grand and noble things. Some of heroes may be people we know personally, like a family ember or friend. We might know other heroes from the stories that we love. Wherever we may find a hero, one thing is for sure: heroes come in all shapes and sizes, and so it stands to reason that there might just be a spark of a hero in each one of us. On today's episode, enjoy the following: Radio Family Journal: “Donald Herbert” by Sam Payne (0:56) The Daily Mix: “20,000 Hertz” with Stewart Foster (6:57) “Devoleb” by Bonnie Greenberg from The Wonder Child and Other Young Heroes (16:06) “The Short Tale of Erika P. Spunk” by Mark Binder from Classic Stories for Children (29:06) "John Henry Story" by Charlotte Blake-Alston from Timp 2017 (38:00) “The Little Heroes of Kfar Tabor” by Bonnie Greenberg from The Wonder Child and Other Young Heroes (49:03)

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. Today's episode is full of fun tales to really get you in the dancing spirit. No matter how your day might be going, a good upbeat song and a little dance is always a good cure to lift your spirits. Whether you're a classicly trained ballet dancer, a self-taught pop-and-locker, or just like to bounce along to the beat of your favorite songs, moving along to the music is something we all like to do from time to time. We've got a great selection of stories for you today all about people who love to sing and dance. On today's episode, enjoy the following stories: “Dancing Granny (A Caribbean Folktale)” by Eshu Bumpus from Dancing Granny and Other Tales to Boogie To (2:47) Radio Family Journal: "Skyler's Drink" by Sam Payne (13:17) The Daily Mix: “To The Last Whale” with Don Shelline (19:46) “Elaina's Birthday Dance” by Sheila Arnold from Hands Wide Open (27:32) “Og Saves the World” by Mark Binder from A Holiday Present (47:10) “Now I've Gotcha” by Priscilla Howe from The Ghost with the One Black Eye and Other Stories (51:12)

Everybody loves pizza, right? Not storyteller Mark Binder's son, who becomes the heart of this family8 story you're sure to love.

From Mice defeating a Mongolian army, to a man covered with bees, to a small dog who just won't go to sleep, you'll hear all sorts of tales on today's episode of The Apple Seed. We hope that these tales will inspire you to share your own tales and memories with those you love. The sharing of stories is one of the best ways to bring people closer together, to teach, to entertain, and to create good change in the world. There are few traditions in the world as ancient as story in all its forms. Here's to the stories that have changed the world and the lives of those in it. On today's episode, enjoy the following: “The King and the Mice” by Tim Lowry from Folk Tales from Around the World (3:55) The Daily Mix: "Leilani of the Distant Sea" with Rachel Wadham (16:24) “Sail On Honeybee/The Bikers and the Bee Man” by Doug Elliott from Sail On Honeybee: Adventures in the Bee Yard (25:09) “Grandfather Bear” by Margaret Read MacDonald from Cockroach Party (37:15) “Emma May's Magical Day” by Nathalie Vachon from Magic and Mischief (44:54) “A Shaggy Bedtime Story” by Mark Binder from Classic Stories for Children (50:22)

In honor of National Bicycle Month, this week’s episode of Rhody Radio features “Libraries, Bicycles, and Storytelling from the East Bay Bike Path.” Guest hosted by Jessica D’Avanza, community engagement librarian at Barrington Public Library and a bike commuter, she invited listeners to record and share their bike path stories for this episode. Barrington Public Library is located a half-mile from the East Bay Bike Path. This nearly fourteen-mile scenic path and former rail bed of the Providence and Bristol Railroad received a lot of love from our listener-submitted stories. Those who contributed were Robin Nyzio, Carl Seadale, Nancy Jakubowski, Rick Peltz-Steele, and Mark Binder. Also in this episode, meet Cindy Elder, chief of business development in the Division of Parks & Recreation for the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management. Hear how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the use of the East Bay Bike Path, tips for beginners heading out onto the path, and information about accessibility. Learn how you can get involved with bicycle advocacy in the state from Kathleen Gannon, bike chair of the Rhode Island Bicycle Coalition. This statewide advocacy group works to encourage safe bicycling infrastructure for all ages and is encouraging cyclists to join the RIBike Team on Love to Ride for the National Bike Month Challenge. Below are links to websites mentioned in the episode. -- To learn more about National Bike Month and the League of American Bicyclists visit bikeleague.org/bikemonth. -- The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management’s Division of Parks & Recreation, shares information about the East Bay Bike Path, including a history of the path at riparks.com. -- The Rhode Island Bicycle Coalition works to create safe and accessible biking for all. Learn more about the organization and how you can get involved at ribike.org. -- Love to Ride is an online encouragement platform and app, that aims to get more people riding bikes. Join the RIBike Team and help them reach their National Bicycle Month goal of 384 miles each day in May. Learn more and register at lovetoride.net. -- For information about all of the bike paths in Rhode Island, visit the Rhode Island Department of Transportation's website at dot.ri.gov/travel/bikeri. We'll see you on the bike path! Rhody Radio is a project of the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is supported through a grant from the Rhode Island Council for the Humanities. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rhodyradio/message

In this episode, you’ll hear Providence-based author and storyteller Mark Binder share two of his favorite tall tales. Roger Williams vs. The Big Blue Bugs explains the origin of not one but two famous statues. The Great Rhode Island Clam Shake describes Mark’s first weeks as a resident of Rhode Island, battling hurricanes, seagulls, and the infamous New York System These two live performances give a humorous and alternative facts view of life in the Ocean State. Roger Williams was recorded at the Coventry Public Library in 2017. The Clam Shake was recorded at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Warwick during Sharing the Fire in 2009. Music by George Dussault, used with permission. Stories and program copyright 2021 by Mark Binder, all rights reserved. You can find many of Mark Binder’s books and audio recordings at your local public library. For more information on what Mark is doing now, and to links for his latest work, follow him on social media @markbinderbooks or visit his website at https://markbinderbooks.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rhodyradio/message

On a wall filled with photos of bank presidents, only one is smiling. Why?

On today's episode, enjoy the following: "The Big Music" by Kevin Carr from The Big Music (13:28) "The Magic Ice Cream Maker" by Priscilla Howe from The Ghost with the One Black Eye & Other Stories (7:25) Daily Mix: "Turn to Stone" with Mark Wait (7:00) "The Most Precious Thing in the World" by Karen Golden from Pass It On (10:32) "Abu Ali & the Donkeys" by Mark Binder from Classic Stories for Children (6:15) Radio Family Journal: "A Time & a Place" (4:43)

Sometimes, time moves by unbearably slow. Days are filled with work, waiting, and then more waiting. Don't you ever wish that you could fast forward to the exciting parts of life and skip past the boring minutes - or years? That's what the main character in Dolores Hydock's “The Golden Ball” wishes for, and at first, he couldn't be more delighted! However, over time, he finds that he begins to long for the quiet moments he once thought so dreadful. Will he ever get a chance to enjoy the peaceful passing of life once again? We'll find out today as well as hearing stories from Donna Washington, Mark Binder, and Jenni Cargill-Strong. On today's episode, enjoy the following:“The Golden Ball” by Dolores Hydock from Once In A Blue Moon (22:14)Dolores Hydock is an actress and storyteller having performed and received awards all over the country. In this story, an impatient young boy is given a golden ball by a mysterious old woman that helps him skip past the mundane moments of life. “Epaminandus” by Donna Washington from Fun, Foolerly, and Folktales (13:16)Donna Washington grew up as an army brat, traveling all over the world and collecting tales as she went. In this tale, Epaminandus is a young boy who gets sent to his grandmother's house when he's simply too much for his mother to handle. I'm sure many mothers out there can relate and be grateful to grandparents for helping out with their children. However, when Epaminandus's grandmother sends him home with a gift, he always finds a way to mess it up before it reaches his mother. But this won't stop his family from loving him anyway.  “Goldylocks” by Mark Binder from A Chanukah Present (6:50)Mark Binder is an author and storyteller with more than 20 published books and 20 years of performance experience. Today he shares with us his telling of “Goldylocks”, but instead of Goldylocks running into a house of three bears, she wonders into a house of three bubbies. Bubbies, for those who don't know, are grandmothers! So this story both playfully and lovingly reflects many things we find so unique and wonderful about our own grandmothers.  “With My Own Two Hands” by Jenni Cargill-Strong from Reaching For the Moon (3:04)Jenni Cargill-Strong is a storyteller who believes in the power of storytelling to make the world a better place. This song is about how much of a positive impact one person can make. 

Fire is an integral part of humanity. It is studied in history, chemistry, physics, nature, and much more. It plays a role in folktales, cooking and all walks of life- providing warmth and light as well as danger. In these stories we will see how fire can play a part in all walks of life- whether it be through the sun and folklore of light, or the tiniest firefly, fire is part of all of humanity and all of nature. As an element it demands respect as it can be destructive and terrifying. But, it can also bring much warmth and wonder to one's life if you learn how to control it and respect it. It takes bravery to face a fire, but sometimes it comes just when you need it. So, as we listen through these stories, think about fire and the wonder of life that it can bring. On today's episode, enjoy the following:"The Boy and the Firefly" by Antonio Rocha from Cross Roads: Stories from Brazil & the World (7:08)Antonio Rocha is a native of Brazil and includes imagery from Brazil's vast landscape in a lot of his stories. In this story he details the adventure a little boy takes into the jungle when he follows a beautiful bird. A little like Mogli from The Jungle Book, this little boy encounters many different animals, simply asking them if they could lead him home. All refuse until a small firefly comes and lights his way home. This story plays the line between nature and humanity wonderfully.  "The Rabbit In The Moon" by Antonio Sacre from Water Torture, the Barking Mouse, and Other Tales of Wonder (6:50)Antonio Sacre blends beautiful language of English and Spanish together in his fantastic tales and this tale is no different. This folk tale of why in Mexico you see a rabbit in the moon, describes the difference between bravery and beauty. When two characters go head to head- one beautiful and one brave- only one will come out triumphant and bring up the sun.  "The Goblin and the Grocer" by Diane Wolkstein from Hans Christian Andersen Classic Stories (8:20)In this wonderful story Diane Wolkstein describes a mischievous goblin and a miscommunication. Diane Wolkstein is a storyteller based in New York who focuses on fairytales and folktales. This story is all about a goblin not knowing where his heart truly lies- with the grocer who gives him butter? Or with the magic book that sings the most beautiful lullabies?  "Go Light The World on Fire" by Don White from Winning Streak (2:23)A singer songwriter and storyteller Don White shows us again just how to combine all of the light of stories with music in a wonderful way. Boston based Don White has been traveling and storytelling since before 2011, and has cultivated his craft throughout the years. In this wonderful song he depicts the real value of passion and light that can drive you to new places, and beyond the typical bounds of life. May we listen and reminisce, remembering to work towards what we love.  "York, Maine" by Mike Agranoff from Or Would You Rather Get A Job (3:42)Just as fire can be beautiful and wonderful it can also be destructive and fear inspiring. In this song by Mike Agranoff we see a wonderful story of the importance of knowing what you care about most. The importance of family and love and the fire of friendship can not be overcome by the fire of destruction.  "Hanukka in Chelm" by Joel Ben Izzy from Lights and Laughter (9:40)In this silly story Joel Ben Izzy describes the town of Chelm- a town of fools who think themselves smart. Joel Ben Izzy is an award-winning storyteller who begun storytelling in 1983. He has traveled in some 36 countries throughout North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. All of this traveling has informed a lot of his stories including this story about silly people and their battle against the elements.  "Og Saves the World" by Mark Binder from A Holiday Present (3:28)Mark binder is classically trained as an actor, director and playwright, he often tours the world as a performer, transmitting the joy of story across distances. He tells stories for adults and children and in this story he tells the story of Og- a man that is afraid of the sun going away. May this ball of fire not be eaten up by the snake in the sky, and if Og has anything to do about it, it won't.  "Gypsy Davey, One Year" After by Mike Agranoff from Or Would You Rather Get A Job (5:07)Mike Agranoff is a folk teller who “draws his material from sources as diverse as traditional ballads and fiddle tunes, Tin Pan Alley, contemporaries in the Folk World, and his own witty pen.” In this story song he describes the after-story of Gypsy Davey and what happened to him and his family after everything was over. It is a fun tale of sacrifice and new relationships, ever helped by time.  

It's been a crazy year, the kind where we look for any source of joy and laughter we can to be relieved of daily stresses. Often times, that joy and laughter is found in the fascinating people around us. If you've ever people-watched in a park, or in the waiting room at a doctor's office, or at any family reunion, you know that this world is full of quirky, beautiful people. Their actions, ideas, stories, and perspectives enrich life, and make the hard times light-hearted with their authenticity. Today's stories will move us all to smile at the quirky and fascinating characters of the world. We'll hear stories of rascals that steal from others' gardens, talented game players with beautiful Jewish traditions, and magical beings that spin feathers into fine cloth. Each story will make us a little happier with the sway of its song and the energy of its teller. On today's episode, enjoy the following:"Spin the Dreidel" by Mark Binder from A Chanukah Present (7:30)In our first story, storyteller and writer Mark Binder, who was recently nominated for an Audie Award, tells a story of a young boy so talented at the game of spinning the dreidel that a man is willing to gamble all he owns – even the man's own daughter's hand in marriage – on a dreidel game against the boy. The young boy, having promised his skills would one day win him a wife, agrees to the match. Stay tuned to see who wins as Mark regales us with Spin the Dreidel, from his album A Chanukah Present. "The Boy Who Hated Latkes" by Mark Binder from A Holiday Present (4:54)In this next piece, we've got a second story from the great Mark Binder today, where he tells of his son who passionately hates latkes. Latkes are a potato pancake fried in oil, and to this day, Mark's son refuses to eat them. Listen in on the origins of his son's distaste for this delicious Jewish treat as Mark tells The Boy Who Hated Latkes, from his album A Holiday Present.  "Japanese Folk Story" by Brenda Wong Aoki from Timp 2017 (8:14)We've talked games, we've talked food, now we'll talk love and greed! Producer, playwright, and storyteller Brenda Wong Aoki tells the story of Su, a beautiful woman with a magical gift and a husband who doesn't know the origins of that gift. Su is able to fabricate beautiful cloth for her husband to sell, but when she makes the cloth, her husband isn't allowed to enter the room. One day, in a spurt of greed, Su's husband breaks this rule, and is bewildered by what he finds. Lean in close as Brenda tells her Japanese Folk Story, from the album Timp 2017.  "John the Rabbit/Wolf's Garden" by Lyn Ford from An Evening at Cedar Creek (13:40)Ohio-born storyteller and teacher Lyn Ford explores the story of John, a rabbit who longs to eat up whole garden. One day, John the Rabbit attempts to eat up Wolf's garden, but finds he must learn Wolf's musical password to enter the garden gate. Find out what exactly Wolf's garden gate password is as Lyn tells John the Rabbit/Wolf's Garden, from her album An Evening at Cedar Creek.  "Dancing Granny (Carribean Folktale)" by Eshu Bumpus from Dancing Granny and Other Tales to Boogie to (8:05) Award-winning storyteller and jazz vocalist Eshu Bumpus, regales us with a story of Anansi, a lazy trickster who just keeps getting pulled from his TV by a family who demands to be fed. Anansi devises a plan to start stealing from the garden of the neighboring granny by luring her with a perfect song to boogie to. Anansi starts singing a jig and gets Granny dancing right out of her garden long enough for him to raid it. But Granny won't take these tricks for long. Find out how she fights him off in Eshu's Dancing Granny (Carribean Folktale) from his album Dancing Granny and Other Tales to Boogie to.  Radio Family Journal: "Grandpa's Costumes" (5:16)It's been a fun hour getting to know all sorts of quirky characters, like sly rabbits and dancing grannies. All this quirkiness reminds Sam of a quirky character from his life. Here's another entry into his Radio Family Journal.     

On today's Apple Seed Extra, enjoy a story from Mark Binder called "The Dinosaur and the Bone."This tale is a fresh spin on Aesop's The Dog and Its Reflection, where a dinosaur carrying a bone sees his reflection in a river and gets jealous of his own image. This story has resonated with humans across time and space, creating slightly altered versions of the tale in Greek, Latin, French, and many other languages. In fact, there is a story very similar to this one that appears in Buddist scripture, where a jackal carrying a piece of meat plunges into the river after seeing a fish swimming in it. Despite the jackal's fiercest efforts, he is unable to catch the fish and returns to the shore only to find that a vulture has carried off his original piece of meat.

On today's Apple Seed Extra, enjoy a story from Mark Binder. It's a take on an old Aesop's fable; this one's called "The Dinosaur and the Bone."

On today's episode, enjoy the following: "Zen and the Art of Storytelling" by Syd Lieberman from Streets and Alleys (12:36) "Mama Learns to Drive" by Donald Davis from Mama Learns to Drive (20:06) "Simply Guido" by Norah Dooley from Stories Nobody Told Me - Italian Folk Tales (6:45) "The Ant and the Dove" by Diane Ferlatte from Aesop: Alive and Well (6:33) "The Little Boy Who Hated Pizza" by Mark Binder from Classic Stories for Children (4:51)

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.  

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. 

On today's episode, enjoy the following: “When Our Streetlights Come On” by Norah Dooley from (8:20) “You're Safe, Mary” by Syd Lieberman from (4:08) “Wendy's Hammer” by Anthony Burcher from (5:38) “Doobies” by Donald Davis (7:16) “Sillier Than You” by Bill Harley (10:42) “We Hold the Rope” by Sheila Arnold (8:30) "The Three Little Pigs" by Mark Binder (5:55)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: At 3pm Central time, author, storyteller, playwright and craft publisher Mark Binder will perform the world's first Zoom eBook at Digital Book World. The whimsical autobiographical talk will spiral around the subject of "How technology and distribution spark creativity". "It's going to be an informative and (hopefully) entertaining whirlwind," Mark explained. "Changing technology has always influenced my process: from my first Mac 512 and MacPaint through The Brothers Schlemiel and Cinderella Spinderella to forthcoming release of The Groston Rules." For information and to register, visit https://www.digitalbookworld.com/

On today's episode, enjoy the following: “Cinderella Spinderella” by Mark Binder "Keep-a-Going” by Donald Davis “Cinderella Spinderella” by Mark Binder “Two Peas in a Pod” by The Storycrafters “David the Dancin' Boy” by Ed Stivender

Just released!Mark Binder 2020, a live "story concert" for the whole family. Every summer, Mark tells stories. This is the ONLY way you can hear him perform live. A 45 minute program the whole family will enjoy. Enjoy Summer 2020 Today Includes a BONUS companion book Review from The Providence Journal During a normal summer, Rhode Island storyteller Mark Binder would be out doing his usual shows at camps, summer schools and community centers. But this pandemic summer is different.  So Binder has issued a collection of five original stories, recorded over the years in various venues. The ones where you can't tell there's an audience sound the most professional — but the ones with that “live” feeling have a wonderful charm, with children shouting answers and singing at key moments, prompted by Binder.  The stories themselves are eclectic: a Cinderella who uses a wheelchair (glass slippers aren't practical for dancing, after all, but they're perfect if you're sitting); a version of “Stone Soup” set at Valley Forge; and the true story of Binder's son Max, who hated pizza.  And then there's the tall tale of Erika P. Spunk (the “p” stands for prudence, of which she had none), a circus performer with a sturdy and useful umbrella; and Binder's cousin Adam, who survives a tsunami at Scarborough Beach with admirable style.  It's all a lot of fun. Binder is a masterful performer, his voice swooping and diving, his characters coming alive.  And if you'd like to see and read them, purchasers of the book can email for a bonus 99-page e-book with the same stories; the “Cinderella Spinderella” tale is nicely illustrated by Steve Mardo. You can get both books at https://gum.co/summer2020

Guests Rich Binder, Andrew Binder & Mark Binder speak to Doc about the creation and history of Philippe's restaurant & it's famous French Dip sandwich.

As it says in the introduction, a good friend asked me to write a humorous story about the coronavirus.It's too soon. But… I remembered that I'd written this story a decade ago.  Enjoy! - Mark Binder

On today's episode, enjoy the following: Radio Family Journal: RFJ Landspeeder VT Daily Mix: Don Shelline discusses “I Never Saw Blue Like That Before” Story Spotlight: “Sr. Coyote y Sr. Zorro” by Leeny Del Seamonds (12:55) Storytime: “A Shaggy Bedtime Story” by Mark Binder (5:03) “Geoffry's Tale - Go to Bed” by Judith Black (13:29) “Why Pillows Sing” by Bill Harley (4:38)

On today's episode, enjoy the following: Radio Family Journal: Auctioneer Daily Mix: Jeff Simpson discusses “Drumsticks” Story Spotlight: “Lion Mouse Truth Tracks” by David Vanadia on Six Stories Tall (11:16) Storytime: “The Fly” by Simon Brooks on A Tangle of Tales (13:23) “The Lethal Latkes” by Mark Binder on A Chanukah Present (5:55) “Lady in White” by Laurie Allen on Laurie Allen - Stories and Poems (4:51)

On today's episode, enjoy the following: Radio Family Journal: Grey Hair Daily Mix: Jeff Simpson discusses “Fan Theory World” Story Spotlight: “Jack and the Beanstalk” by Mark Binder (13:34) Storytime: “Little Red Riding Tunes” by Willy Claflin (4:33) “Billy Beg and His Bull” by Milbre Burch (15:35) “The Lovelorn Princess, an Original Fairy Tale” by Barry Stewart Mann on (4:00)

On today's episode, enjoy the following: Radio Family Journal: Donald Herbert Daily Mix: Stewart Foster discusses “20,000 Hertz” Story Spotlight: “Devoleb” by Bonnie Greenberg (10:50) Storytime: “The Short Tale of Erika P. Spunk” by Mark Binder (8:08) “John Henry Story” by Charlotte Blake-Alston (10:30) “The Little Heroes of Kfar Tabor” by Bonnie Greenberg (6:05)

Ever wonder about the origin of the baker's dozen? Mark Binder's "Give Me Some Cookies!" provides a magical explanation for why customers deserve a little extra. Sam is joined in the studio by Don Shelline, a member of our BYU Radio family.

On today's very special BITE you'll hear storyteller Mark Binder, who was on the road and was gracious enough to pull over long enough to speak with us. He was also generous enough to write a story especially for Yom Kippur and share it with us on The Apple Seed. Sam is joined by Mark and Assistant Producer, Jacob Pierce.

On this episode, enjoy the following stories:"Buried Treasure" by Joel Ben Izzy"The Hunchback Brothers" by Noa Baum "Sarah" by Syd Lieberman"Doin' the Dishes" by Catherine Conant"Goldilocks" by Mark Binder

Today, we'll start off with a discussion with experts Dr. Tony Brown, Dr Kayta Jordan, and Dr Luke Howard about Prokofiev's Peter and the Wolf, and wolfs in folklore. After that, stories from Adam Booth, Sean Buvala, Mark Binder, all make for an exciting episode you won't want to miss!

Stories and snippets that we've adored from the week of June 25, 2018 to June 29, 2018. Featuring stories from Mark Binder, Anne Shimojima, Dianne Ferlatte, and The Apple Seed team.

In this episode the stories are all about food: weird obsessions, phobias, and times that food brought people together or drove them apart. Featuring stories by Mark Binder, Joel Ben Izzy, Antoinette, Griffin, Bob Reiser, and the Apple Seed team.

The Menorah commemorates a famous Jewish miracle and the reclaiming of their Holy Temple of Jerusalem in 2 BC, after they had defeated the Maccabees in a war. Upon re-entering the temple they only found enough consecrated oil to light the menorah for one day, however, that oil went on to provide light for 8 days! Featured Tellers include: Joel Ben Izzy, Odds Bodkin, Karen Golden, and Mark Binder.

When you're in a creative pinch there are different ways of finding your flow again, different brainstorming tools that will hopefully unclog your mental drain and let your art run smoothly out of you. And on this episode we're doing one brainstorming technique called a mind map with stories from Dan Keding, Beatrice Bowles, Diane Edgecomb, Susan Reed, and Mark Binder.

Thanks to Mark Binder, Programmer, “Yesterday's Dead Today”, Mondays 7-9 p.m. Eastern, WSLR Sarasota Low-Power FM Community Radio 96.5, www.wslr.org

Thanks to Mark Binder, Programmer, “Yesterday's Dead Today”, Mondays 7-9 p.m. Eastern, WSLR Sarasota Low-Power FM Community Radio 96.5, www.wslr.org

The Apple Seed Team explores family food traditions by trying their hand at an old family recipe. Featuring stories from Mark Binder, Dolores Hydock, and Mark Binder.

Like the ingredients of a good jambalaya, these stories are great together or on their own. Featuring Danielle Bellone, Tim Lowry, Mark Binder, Brian 'Fox' Ellis, and Donna Washington.

A collection of tales from storyteller and author, Mark Binder.