Podcast appearances and mentions of meg lewis

April's Brain Breather: Feeling Scared with Snappy and CrawlyFiguring out how we're feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Join Bean for a silly story that will help us check in with our minds and take care of our feelings.Feelings Focus: Feeling scared; finding courageProtagonists: Snappy the Stapler and Crawly the SpiderSetting: A cave in MexicoStrategies: Mindful MovementResources-Helping Kids Manage Fears-Strategies for Coping with FearInfo/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by: Meg LewisStorypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie AllisonMeg LewisSound Effects and Additional Music:-freesound.org-pixabay.com -Pixabay Artists: White_Records, SunnyScy, and SIMAS-2010Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they're feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact. © 2025 PowerMouse Press, LLC

April's Full Episode: Dance Like a Chicken (Mexico) Story: With help from a fluffy chicken, a drooly dog, and a bubblegum-chomping frenemy, a brave girl teaches her town an important lesson about giving people space to be themselves.Region: MexicoSticky Situation: What do you do when you see someone being unkind?Unstick Tricks by: Sally (Age 5), Rhys (Age 8), Addison (Age 6), and Cam (Age 4)Feelings Focus: Setting boundaries; being brave; showing kindnessKnow a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks. Ready to try your hand writing short stories for kids? Check out www.storypillar.com/storysubmissions. Make a donation! Support Storypillar!https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis and Nate BlaweissStorypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: -Freesound.org -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: AlanaJordan, Grand_Project, JuliusH, White_Records, FJRAC_Travel_Vlog, BackgroundMusicForVideo© 2025 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Sneak Attack!!! Mighty Monarchs and Cave Bacon in MexicoJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Monterrey, MexicoFacts: Underground rivers, cave bacon, pyramids, and the world's oldest ball gameAnimals: Monarch butterflies!Jokes: Butterflies and bacon!Links for Kids: -Matacán Adventure in the Sierra Madre Oriental Mountains-The Great Pyramid of Cholula-Ancient Ball Games-Monarch Butterfly Migration InfoMake a donation! Support Storypillar!https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Explore Yoto Player and Yoto Mini at:us.yotoplay.com Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comCreated, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg LewisSound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ -Pixabay Artists: FJRAC_Travel_Vlog, BackgroundMusicforVideoKnow a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Shoot us an email at info@storypillar.com.© 2025 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Storypillar Season 4 Sneak Listen! (Bonus Episode)It's almost time for Storypillar Season 4!So grab your ear spoons, and get a little taste of what we have in store for a brand, sparkling new season of Sneak Attacks, Full Episodes, and Bean's new mini-episodes…Brain Breathers!See you for Season 4 on Monday, April 7th, 2025!!! Grownups, know a smart kid with great advice? We'd love to hear from them. Head to storypillar.com/unsticktricks for details.Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comCreated, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Meg LewisSound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artist: Royalty-free-music© 2025 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Season 3 Winter Story Sip 8: Doodle for Strudel (Story Replay)Grab a fork and hop on a stork! We're headed back to Hungary for our very last Story Sip of Season 3. We'll check in with our friends, Margot, Farkas, Petra, and Sandor, drool over a car-sized strudel, and learn how to set boundaries when working with a demanding teammate.Story: A bossy boar with an ooey-gooey sweet tooth paints with mud, dances like a possessed worm, and–with a little help from some feisty, furry, fluttery friends–finally learns the true meaning of teamwork. Region: HungarySticky Situation: What do you do when you have to work with a bossy teammate?Feelings Focus: Setting boundaries, speaking up, compromising, cooperatingInfo/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comCreated, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by:Kathryn Torres Meg LewisSound Design/Audio Editing: Niamh McAuliffe Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Meg LewisSound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Forest Sounds -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: Ahmad MousaviPour, Nesrality, Sonican, Onoychenkomusic, Onoychenkomusic 2, As_I_in_does_tries, Cosmic_os_studios© 2025 PowerMouse Press, LLC

In this episode, hairstylist and educator Meg Lewis discusses her journey from offering wigs in her salon to becoming an advocate for neurodivergent education within the hair industry. Meg shares her experiences and insights into developing accessible and digestible educational content tailored to neurodivergent stylists. She emphasizes the importance of creating a learning environment that accommodates diverse learning styles and the need to step away from conventional 'look and learn' classes. Meg also touches on her personal growth, including unmasking as a neurodivergent individual to find her community and the benefits of letting go of control. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on the evolution of education in hairstyling and personal empowerment.

Season 3 Winter Story Sip 7: Operation Clawzilla (Story Replay)Story: A little brown duck with big blue feet and a watertight master plan gets a surprising taste of the truth…and a very large new friend. Region: Acadiana (French Louisiana)Sticky Situation: What do you do when someone discredits (disbelieves) you when you're telling the truth? Feelings Focus: Sticking to the truth, standing firm, speaking up, setting boundariesJust one more Story Sip, and then…get ready for Season 4 on Monday, April 7th, 2025!!!Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comCreated, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing:Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: Cosmic_os_studios, eRoybushband, Lesfm, Caffeine_Creek_Band, Caffeine_Creek_Band 2, Nature'sEye, AlesiaDavina, free-to-use-audio, chill_background© 2025 PowerMouse Press, LLC

In this episode, we're revisiting a fan-favourite (episode 108) with the wonderfully unique Meg Lewis, who's rewriting the rules of what it means to build a creative career.Meg proves you don't have to choose just one path. As a designer, comedian, performer, and educator (yes, even a clown!

Season 3 Winter Story Sip 6: Dracula Makes Strudel (Sparky Shorts Story Replay)Grab some strudel and eat a noodle! We're flapping back to Hungary for this week's Story Sip from September's Sparky Shorts Mini-episode! We'll bake some mint-tastic strudel, learn how to compromise, and bounce all the way to the moon.Story Description: Join Sparky and her pet rocks, Pinky and Dinky, for a silly story featuring her two favorite things from September's episodes. We'll don our poofy chefs' hats with Dracula and his little brother, Zacula, cook up an extra cheesy, minty fresh strudel, and Sparky'll even teach us to talk like a chicken…Ba-GAWK!Region: HungaryTalk Like a Chicken:Compromise: Bawk, bawk, bawka-bawka-bawka-BAWK!Feelings Focus: Sharing, Compromising, Considering others' perspectivesInfo/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comCreated, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by:Meg LewisSound Design/Audio Editing:Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: The_Mountain, Music For Video, Alex Grohl, GeoffHarvey© 2025 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Season 3 Winter Story Sip 5: French Fries and Fur Cakes (Story Replay)Grab some ketchup and slap on your hiking boots! We're trekking back to Jamaica for this week's Story Sip from Full Episode 3.9. We'll quest after magical acorns with our friends Ruby and Fern, hide from eccentric turtles, and–eventually–bury our faces in a lifetime supply of french fries.Story Description: Two adventurous hutias on a quest to track down a magical acorn–and a lifetime supply of french fries–make a cheeky new friend and learn an important lesson about taking advice. Region: JamaicaSticky Situation: What do you do when it feels like everyone's telling you what to do?Feelings Focus: Taking advice; Compromising; Setting boundariesInfo/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comCreated, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by:Phill Bechtel and Meg LewisSound Design/Audio Editing:Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: The_Mountain, FaeSpencer, Space Elevations, Cosmic_os_studios, UNIVERSFIELD, Keyframe_Audio© 2025 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Right now there are countless traumatic things happening around the world, multiple social media platforms are changing AGAIN, and our own lives have ups and downs every single day. We're all just trying to keep up and keep going.Whether it's things in your own life, your creative business, or the world, it can be easy to get overwhelmed by everything that's going on. I know I've felt that, especially lately.You might be thinking…Where does your art fit in?Is there any point with everything going on?How do you keep going when things are so overwhelming?In today's episode, I want to talk to you about how we as creatives can find purpose and keep going in the midst of the chaos. So, here are three things you need to know.–––––––––––WANT MORE?Want your questions answered on the podcast, or be part of an awesome community of creatives supporting each other? Join us in the Brand Your Passion Collective at www.makerandmoxie.com/community. We'd love to have you

Season 3 Winter Story Sip 4: Rainy With a Chance of Moon Cheese (Story Replay)Grab a helmet and dust off your jetpack! We're heading back to Chile for this week's Story Sip from full episode 3.6. We'll build a tiny rocket, fix a leaky roof, and even nibble some out-of-this-world-delicious moon-zarella.Thanks for listening! We LOVE you!Story Description: With some help from a tiny, cranky deer and an even tinier wildcat ninja, a pint-sized possum puts their moon-cheese dreams on hold and takes responsibility for a horrible, boring, super soggy chore.Region: ChileSticky Situation: What do you do when you really, really don't want to do what your grownups have asked you to do?Feelings Focus: Taking responsibility; following through; managing dread and frustrationInfo/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comCreated, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by:Meg LewisSound Design/Audio Editing:Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: SoundGalleryByDmitryTaras, Musictown, Nerdyboyz, Jacobsapp, Justincallaghan, MomotMusic© 2025 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Season 3 Winter Story Sip 3: The Story Queen (Story Replay)Bean's heading back to The Basque Country to hang out with Princess Laia and Stubby the squeaky lizard from Episode 3.5. We'll swim in the Bay of Biscay, defeat a giant lava-spewing turtle volcano or two, and pick up a few tips for standing firm when someone shoots down your idea. Story Description: With the help of a squeaky lizard, an angry turtle volcano, and two squabbling sisters, an imaginative princess opens her royal father's mind to the magic and true value of stories.Region: The Basque CountrySticky Situation: What do you do when someone shoots down your idea?Feelings Focus: Speaking up, resilience, setting boundaries, keeping an open mind, respecting perspectivesTake our listener feedback survey! Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comCreated, Written, and Produced by: Meg LewisStory by:Megan Cahill-Assenza and Meg LewisSound Design/Audio Editing: Niamh McAuliffeMeg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: -Pixabay Artists: Chillmore, Sonican, Hot_Dope, Luminous Presence, Ahmad MousaviPour, Ahmad MousaviPour 1, Ahmad MousaviPour 2, SoundGalleryByDmitryTaras© 2025 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Season 3 Winter Story Sip 2: Friends Are Not Sweaters (Story Replay)Get your ear straws ready for this week's yak-tastic Winter Story Sip! That's when we play one of YOUR favorite Season 3 stories each Monday we're on Winter Break. So…grab a sweater–or twenty–and join Sparky and Meg for another snuggle with our friends Altan, Qara, and Moon in Mongolia. Take a listen…and let us know what YOU want to hear next week! Grownups, email info@storypillar.com with your or your child's Season 3 favorites. Use subject line: “Season 3 Story Replays.”Story Description: A golden eagle with dreams of being a cowboy learns a valuable lesson about showing appreciation…and how to differentiate between friends and sweaters. Region: Mongolia Sticky Situation: What do you do when you're feeling unappreciated? Feelings Focus: Feeling unappreciated and taken for granted; showing appreciation; saying thank you; speaking up; setting boundaries Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comCreated, Written, and Produced by: Meg LewisSound Design by:Meg LewisStorypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: Music_Unlimited, Moodmode, Qube Sounds, NourishedByMusic, SiddharathJi, NourishedByMusic, SoundGalleryByDmitryTaras© 2025 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Season 3 Winter Story Sip 1: The Bunny and the Crow (Story Replay)Pull up a bunny-shaped chair, and settle in for our very first SEASON 3 STORY SIP! Each Monday we're on winter break, we'll replay some of YOUR favorite stories from Season 3…it's like a sip of something hot and yumma-riff-a-storypillar-tastic to hold your ears over until Season 4. This week, we're headed back to the Yukon to chase after cheeky crows and fluffy bunnies with our friends, Quannah and Yakez, and we're SO happy you're along for the ride.Grownups, round up any Storypillar fans you can find and head to storypillar.com to take our listener feedback survey! Tell us what you love, what you think we should change up, and help shape our first steps into 2025. As always, thanks for listening, and…HAPPY NEW YEAR!Story Replay: The Bunny and the Crow (Full Episode 3.4)Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comCreated, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story Written by:Denise FlorezSound Design by:Meg Lewis and David WilsonStorypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: KelCraft, PianoAmor, JuliusH, Alinhwalker, SergeQuadrado, Chillmore, Mapa Music,© 2025 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Sparky Shorts: Santa and Bow-ala the Koala Share a Surfboard! (Mini-episode)Join Sparky and her pet rocks, Pinky and Dinky, for a silly story featuring her two favorite things from this month's episodes. We'll giggle our gizzards off, give our imaginations an extra silly workout, and Sparky'll even teach us to talk like a chicken…Ba-GAWK!Sparky's December Favorites: -Koalas (From Bean-o-meter Check 3.10)-Surfing Santa (From Sneak Attack 3.10 and Full Episode 3.10)Talk Like a Chicken:Sharing: Ba-ga-a-awk, Bawk, Ba-a-a-awk!Feelings Focus: Sharing, Compromising, Considering others' perspectivesHelpful Resources:-Age-by-Age Strategies for Helping Kids Share-Great Books About SharingInfo/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Additional Music and Sound Effects:-Suzanna Bridges as Sparky-www.freesound.org Talk Like a Chicken Song:Music For VideoSurfing with Santa Song:PavetraxxSparky's Favorite Things Song:GeoffHarvey© 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Storypillar Full Episode 3.10: Hot Fudge Snazzy Pizzazzy with a Cherry on Top (Australia)Story: A fabulous duck and her silly sister want nothing more than to win Opal Lake's tree decorating contest. Join them as they make an unlikely new friend, learn an important lesson about sharing, and bury their faces in a triple-chocolate-super-swirl ice cream sundae!Region: AustraliaSticky Situation: What do you do when you really, really don't want to share?Unstick Tricks by: Sullivan (Age 5), Layla (Age 5), Hope (Age 4), and Lodi (Age 5)Feelings Focus: Sharing; Reciprocating; Setting boundariesAdd our Ninja-Monkey-Christma-Kwanz-akuh Bacon Day Puzzle to your gifting list! storypillarstore.threadless.com Make a donation! Support Storypillar!https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: FaeSpencer, SoundDelicious, AlanaJordan, Folk_Acoustic, SAMusic, Chill_BackgroundKnow a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks. © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Bean-o-meter Check 3.10: Feeling Left Out With Abbe and Koko from Koala Moon! (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we're feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind and body. Maybe you'll learn more about how you're feeling today, too.Feelings Focus: Feeling Sympathetic; Feeling Left OutStrategies: Mind and Body Check; Cocoa for Koko (Mindfulness, Coping, Kindness)Links for Kids and their Grownups:-Printable Cocoa for Koko Template-Great Books About KindnessCheck out our sleepy-tastic pod friend, Koala Moon!Info/Get in Touch:Website: www.storypillar.comInstagram: @storypillarJoin our mailing list.Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillarShop: storypillarstore.threadless.comCreated, Written, Edited, and Produced by: Meg Lewis, Jenna Clarke, Suzanna Mcloughlin, Sokratis Seirlis, and Abbe OpherStorypillar Theme Song:Lyrics by Meg LewisMusic by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna BridgesProduced by Andy JobeEpisode Cover Art:Meg Lewis and Koala Moon StaffSound Effects and Additional Music:Chill Mindfulness Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/Feeling Left Out Song:Music_for_videoCocoa for Koko Song:NourishedByMusicStorypillar STORE Promo Song:Maksym MalkoKnow a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they're feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact.© 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Sneak Attack!!! 3.10: Giant Wombats, Surfing Santas, and Pink-eared Zebra Ducks in AustraliaJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: New South Wales, AustraliaFacts: Songlines, Giant Wombats, Christmas at the BeachAnimals: Pink-eared Ducks and Little Black CormorantsJokes: Kangaroos and Ducks! Links for Kids: -Indigenous Songlines-Cuddie Springs-Christmas at Bondi Beach-Australian Twelve Days of Christmas-Little Black Cormorant Facts-Pink Eared Duck FactsMake a donation! Support Storypillar!https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comCreated, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg LewisSound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ -Pixabay Artists: FaeSpencer, Good_B_Music, Purple Planet Music© 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

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Bean-o-meter Check 3.9: Feeling Hopeful (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we're feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind and body. Maybe you'll learn more about how you're feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling HopefulStrategies: Mind and Body Check; Fluffy, Floaty, Fizzy Happy Dance (Mindful Movement)Links for Kids and their Grownups:Sea Dragons Info Mindful Movement GamesCheck out our fantasterrific pod friends…Snoriezzz, Opal Watson: Private Eye, and The Kids Book Review Podcast: For Kids, by KidsInfo/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music:Chill Mindfulness Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/Feeling Hopeful Song:https://soundcloud.com/sethamakessounds/hope-maybe Happy Dance Song: https://pixabay.com/music/upbeat-funky-burger-138616/Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they're feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact. © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Welcome to Storypillar! (Episode guide for new listeners)New to Storypillar!? Here's a quick guide for navigating our silly, supportive, story-tastic episodes. Whether you love stories, are looking for cool facts, or need help with big emotions, Sneak, Bean, Sparky, and Meg will point you in the right direction. Happy listening, and we're so very happy you're here! Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Additional Music and Sound Effects:-Suzanna Bridges as Sparky-www.freesound.org -Pixabay Artist: Onoychenkomusic 2Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they're feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact. © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Storypillar Full Episode 3.9: French Fries and Fur Cakes (Jamaica)Story: Two adventurous hutias on a quest to track down a magical acorn–and a lifetime supply of french fries–make a cheeky new friend and learn an important lesson about taking advice. Region: JamaicaSticky Situation: What do you do when it feels like everyone's telling you what to do?Unstick Tricks by: Corbin (Age 12), Sanaya (Age 12)Feelings Focus: Taking advice; Compromising; Setting boundariesMake a donation! Support Storypillar!https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Check us out on Yoto! us.yotoplay.com Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by:Phil Bechtel Meg LewisSound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: FaeSpencer, Space Elevations, Cosmic_os_studios, UNIVERSFIELD, Keyframe_AudioKnow a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks. © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Sneak Attack!!! 3.9: Lady Pirates, Radioactive Spas, and Greater Bulldog Bats in JamaicaJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: JamaicaFacts: Negril Cliffs, Milk River Baths, Ackee and Saltfish Animals: Greater Bulldog BatJokes: Pirates and Bats! Links for Kids: -Jamaica Facts for Kids-Greater Bulldog Bat Facts-Anne Bonny and Mary Read, Lady Pirates (**Sensitive themes; grownups may want to preview this one.)-Ackee and SaltfishMake a donation! Support Storypillar!https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Check out our fantasterrific pod friends…Snoriezzz, Opal Watson: Private Eye, and The Kids Book Review Podcast: For Kids, by KidsInfo/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comCreated, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg LewisSound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ -Pixabay Artists: Brotheration_Records© 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

This year, Adobe MAX migrated to Miami Beach, attracting thousands of creatives for three days of inspiring talks, playful brand activations, and a “total creative nerd fest,” as one guest told us. Throughout the week, we brought people inside a universe of type, had heartfelt conversations about the power of creative intuition, and nurtured our creative inner children. Adobe MAX always leaves us feeling refreshed, inspired, and amazed at the creative community.   In this episode, you'll hear from twenty or so voices, including screen printers, creative evangelists, students, and educators, all of whom were kind enough to share their time and their stories with us on the mic. Thanks for tuning in!  A special thanks to all our amazing guests. Check out their work below:  Ben Vanderberg – benvanderberg.medium.com     Dale Zine – instagram.com/dale_zine  Eunsan Huh – behance.net/eunsan  Good Type – goodtype.us  Just Okay Company – justokay.co  Karin Fong – imaginaryforces.com  Kerry Squires – kerry-squires.com  Marie Boulanger – marie-boulanger.com Spike Spondike – instagram.com/spike_spondike  Little Friends Of – instagram.com/littlefriendsof  Meg Lewis – meglewis.com  Nigel French – nigelfrench.com    You can find blog posts for this and all our past episodes at monotype.com/podcast.   

Bean-o-meter Check 3.8: Feeling Jumpy (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we're feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind and body. Maybe you'll learn more about how you're feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling jumpy, anxious, and a little spookedStrategies: Mind and Body Check; Worst Thing's First (Mindfulness, coping)Links for Kids and their Grownups:Worry Stones Step-by-Step InstructionsHelp Kids Cope With AnxietyCheck out our fantasterrific pod friends…Snoriezzz, Opal Watson: Private Eye, and The Kids Book Review Podcast: For Kids, by KidsInfo/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music:Chill Mindfulness Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/Feeling Jumpy Song:https://soundcloud.com/sethamakessounds/oooahhaooh Crunch-o-lantern Song:https://pixabay.com/music/comedy-circus-hungaria-is-comedy-music-219158/ Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they're feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact. © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Storypillar Full Episode 3.8: Shriek Your Spots Off! (Sri Lanka)Story: With help from an exuberant elephant, a timid leopard learns to boost her bravery and face her fears…and winds up with a brand-new, cheeky, shrieky friend.Region: Sri LankaSticky Situation: What do you do when you're feeling intimidated?Unstick Tricks by: Parker (Age 15), Layla (Age 5)Feelings Focus: Facing fears; Setting boundariesCheck out our fantasterrific pod friends…Snoriezzz, Opal Watson: Private Eye, and The Kids Book Review Podcast: For Kids, by Kids!Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by:Megan Cahill-Assenza Meg LewisSound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: -Forest Sounds -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: TVARI Bali Nature, Bot Beats Silk Dream, Sonican World Adventure Jungle Mystery, Royalty Free Music Indian Percussion, Raspberry Music Bollywood Chic, Bineleyas Mystical Fusion, Shinded Beats Music Indian Music With Sitar, White_RecordsKnow a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks. © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Sneak Attack!!! 3.8: Leading Ladies, Musical Bread Trucks, and Flowery Civet ButtsJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Sri LankaFacts: First Female Prime Minister, Head Waggles, and Musical Bread TrucksAnimals: Golden Palm CivetsJokes: Bread and Caves! Links for Kids: Sri Lankan CavesThe Sri Lankan Head WaggleMusical Bread Trucks in Sri LankaGolden Palm Civet FactsCheck out our fantasterrific pod friends…Snoriezzz, Opal Watson: Private Eye, and The Kids Book Review Podcast: For Kids, by KidsInfo/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comSupport Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg LewisSound Effects and Additional Music: -Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ -Pixabay Artists: Bineleyas Mystical Fusion, Shinded Beats Music Indian Music With Sitar, White_Records© 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Sparky Shorts: Dracula Makes Strudel! (Mini-episode)Join Sparky and her pet rocks, Pinky and Dinky, for a silly story featuring her two favorite things from this month's episodes. We'll giggle our gizzards off, give our imaginations an extra silly workout, and Sparky'll even teach us to talk like a chicken…Ba-GAWK!Sparky's September Favorites: -Dracula's Cave (From Sneak Attack!!! 3.7) -Strudel(From Doodle for Strudel, Full Episode 3.7)Talk Like a Chicken:Compromise: Bawk…bawk…bawkabawkabawka-BAWK!Feelings Focus: Compromising, Setting boundaries Links for Kids and their Grownups:Orange Cookie Compromise ActivityInfo/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg Lewis Additional Music and Sound Effects:-Suzanna Bridges as Sparky-www.freesound.org -Talk Like a Chicken Song: Music For Video-Dracula Makes Strudel Song: Alex Grohl-Sparky's Favorite Things Song: GeoffHarveyKnow a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they're feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact. © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Bean-o-meter Check 3.7: Feeling Ignored (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we're feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind and body. Maybe you'll learn more about how you're feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling ignored, unheard, and unseen Strategies: Mind and Body Check; Sparkle Like a Rainbow Glitter Disco Star (Mindfulness, coping, affirmations)Links for Kids and their Grownups:Inner Sparkle Star TemplateAffirmation Activities for Kids Check out our story-tastic pod friends…Koala Shine, Kitten and Clucky, and Bearily Bear!Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music:Chill Mindfulness Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/Feeling Invisible Song:https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/679738/ Rainbow Glitter Disco Star Song:Pixabay Artist: NourishedByMusicKnow a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they're feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact. © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Storypillar Full Episode 3.7: Doodle for Strudel (Hungary)Story: A bossy boar with an ooey-gooey sweet tooth paints with mud, dances like a possessed worm, and–with a little help from some feisty, furry, fluttery friends–finally learns the true meaning of teamwork. Region: HungarySticky Situation: What do you do when you have to work with a bossy teammate?Unstick Tricks by: Charlotte (Age 7), Amelia Anne (Age 9)Feelings Focus: Setting boundaries, speaking up, compromisingCheck out our story-tastic pod friends…Koala Shine, Kitten and Clucky, and Bearily Bear!Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg LewisStory by:Kathryn Torres Meg LewisSound Design/Audio Editing: Niamh McAuliffe Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie AllisonSound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Forest Sounds -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: Ahmad MousaviPour, Nesrality, Sonican, Onoychenkomusic, Onoychenkomusic 2, As_I_in_does_triesKnow a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks. © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Sneak Attack!!! 3.7: Speedy Cubes, Spooky Caves, and Pine Marten Poop in HungaryJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: HungaryFacts: Caves and Rubik's CubesAnimals: Pine MartensJokes: Rubber Duckies and Squirrels! Links for Kids: Hungary Facts for KidsRubik's Cube FactsExploring Budapest's Caves Pine Marten FactsPod Friends: Bearily Bear, Kitten and Clucky, Koala Shine, and Podcast 360Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comSupport Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg LewisSound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Joke Time Song -Pixabay Artists: Onoychenkomusic, MelodyAyresGriffiths, AlexGrohl, Sonican© 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Bean-o-meter Check 3.6 Feeling LAZY (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we're feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you'll learn more about how you're feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling lazy; Not wanting to do something Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Big Fluffy Marshmallow (Mindfulness, coping, expressing and regulating emotions)Links for Kids and their Grownups:Fun With MarshmallowsTips for Motivating and Encouraging KidsCheck out our story-tastic new pod friends…Koala Shine and Bearily Bear!Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music:Chill Mindfulness Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/Feeling Lazy Song:https://soundcloud.com/sethamakessounds/straight-stream-of-echoesBig Fluffy Marshmallow Song:Pixabay Artist: JacobsappKnow a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they're feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact. © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Storypillar Full Episode 3.6: Rainy With a Chance of Moon Cheese (Chile)Story: With some help from a tiny, cranky deer and an even tinier wildcat ninja, a pint-sized possum puts their moon cheese dreams on hold and takes responsibility for a horrible, boring, super soggy chore. Region: ChileSticky Situation: What do you do when you really, really don't want to do what your grownups have asked you to do?Unstick Tricks by: Emmi (Age 8), Sage (Age 8)Feelings Focus: Taking responsibility, following through, managing dread and frustrationCheck out our story-tastic pod friends…Koala Shine and Bearily Bear!Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Sound Design/Audio Editing: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: Nerdyboyz, Jacobsapp, Justincallaghan, MomotMusicKnow a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks. © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Sneak Attack!!! 3.6: Funny Fjords, Mighty Minis, and the Mapuche People in ChileJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: ChileFacts: The Mapuche PeopleAnimals: Monitos del Monte, Pudus, and KodkodsJokes: Cats and Pasta! Links for Kids: The Mapuche CultureChile Facts for KidsPudu FactsMonito del Monte FactsKodkod FactsCheck out our story-tastic new pod friends…Koala Shine and Bearily Bear!Know a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Shoot us an email at info@storypillar.com.Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comSupport Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg LewisSound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ -Pixabay Artist: MomotMusic© 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Summer Guest Episode: Dive into Newsy Pooloozi! (Bonus Episode)While Sneak, Bean, Sparky, and I are busy whipping our August episodes into shape, we thought your ears could use an extra refreshing treat to get you through the last few weeks of July. So…Grab a popsicle or 20, settle into your giant hotdog pool floaty, and let's dive into some kid-friendly news stories from one of our favorite pod friends…Newsy Pooloozi! Join host Leela and her mom Lyndee for a peek at scrabble's brand new makeover, a quick swim with some chatty whales, and an unexpected road trip with an incredibly sneaky cat. HAPPY SUMMER!A huge-gantic self-high five to our news-tastic pod friends, Newsy Pooloozi!Become a Storypillar Monthly Supporter: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Sound Design and Audio Editing:Meg LewisStorypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg LewisSound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or good advice for sticky situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact. © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Bean-o-meter Check 3.5 Feeling Sympathetic (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we're feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you'll learn more about how you're feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling sympathetic; Empathy; Comforting a friend or loved one Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Mind-aids! (Mindfulness; Coping; Tokens of kindness)Sympathy and Empathy for Kids:-Books That Teach Empathy and Compassion -Empathy Bracelets-Printable Band-aid OutlineCheck out our news-tastic pod friend…Newsy Pooloozi!Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music:-Chill Mindfulness Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/Feeling Sympathetic Song:https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/734822/ Mind-aid Song:https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/680393/ Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they're feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact. © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Storypillar Episode 3.5: The Story QueenStory: With the help of a squeaky lizard, an angry turtle volcano, and two squabbling sisters, an imaginative princess opens her royal father's mind to the magic and true value of stories.Region: The Basque CountrySticky Situation: What do you do when someone shoots down your idea?Unstick Tricks by: Alexa (Age 12), Eve (Age 7), and Daniel (Age 12)Feelings Focus: Speaking up, resilience, setting boundaries, keeping an open mind, respecting perspectivesCheck out our news-tastic pod friend, Newsy Pooloozi!Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by:Megan Cahill-Assenza and Meg LewisSound Design/Audio Editing: Niamh McauliffeMeg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: Chillmore, Sonican, Hot_Dope, Luminous Presence, Ahmad MousaviPour, Ahmad MousaviPour 1, Ahmad MousaviPour 2© 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Sneak Attack!!! 3.5: Fast Balls, Angry Bulls, and Pyrenean Desmans in the Basque CountryJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: The Basque CountryFacts: Sailors and PeloteAnimals: Pyrenean DesmansJokes: Bulls and Ships! Links for Kids: Basque Country Facts for Kids Pelote Facts San Fermín Bull Running FactsPyrenean Desman FactsCheck out our news-tastic pod friend…Newsy Pooloozi!Know a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? We'd love to hear their Unstick Trick! Shoot us an email at info@storypillar.com.Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comSupport Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg LewisSound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ -Pixabay Artist: Sonican © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Bean-o-meter Check 3.4: Feeling FURIOUS!!! (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we're feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you'll learn more about how you're feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Furious, Enraged, Madder Than Mad!Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Be the Volcano! (Mindfulness; Breath Regulation; Coping with Anger)Coping With Anger Resources: -Helping Kids Cope With Anger-Anger Management for KidsCheck out our pod friends…-The Adventures of Power Dog in Dogland-Reach: A Space Podcast for Kids-Newsy PoolooziInfo/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music:-Chill Mindfulness Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/Feeling Furious Song:https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/719427/ Be the Volcano Song:https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/736655/Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they're feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact.

The Bunny and the Crow: Episode 3.4Story: An annoyed big sister and her energetic little brother team up to rescue a treasured toy from a stuffy-loving crow. Region: The Yukon Sticky Situation: What do you do when you're feeling cranky and irritated with a sibling?Unstick Tricks by: Charlotte (Age 8), Esme (Age 7), and Aviana (Age 7)Feelings Focus: Siblings, feeling irritated, setting boundaries, compromiseCheck out our pod friends!-The Adventures of Power Dog-Reach: A Space Podcast for Kids-Newsy PoolooziShop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by:Denise Florez and Meg LewisSound Design/Editing: Meg Lewis David WilsonStorypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: JuliusH, Alinhwalker, SergeQuadrado, Chillmore, KelCraft, Mapa Music, PianoAmor© 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Sneak Attack!!! 3.4: Cool Caribou, Broken Thermometers, and the Gwich'in Nation in the YukonJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: The YukonFacts: The Gwich'in Nation and Super Duper Freeze-tastic WeatherAnimals: CaribouJokes: Caribou and Icicles! Links for Kids: Interesting Yukon FactsGwich'in Book for Kids: The Delta is my HomeCaribou Facts for KidsGwich'in Facts for Kids Check out our pod friends…-The Adventures of Power Dog in Dogland-Reach: A Space Podcast for Kids-Newsy PoolooziInfo/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comSupport Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg LewisSound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ -Pixabay Artist: Mapa Music© 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Bean-o-meter Check 3.3 Feeling Discouraged (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we're feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you'll learn more about how you're feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Discouraged; Down; Hard on YourselfStrategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Alien Ambassador (Mindfulness; Affirmations)Affirmation Activities for kids:https://calmahoykids.co.uk/2021/06/28/strengths-based-affirmations-for-kids/ Check out our pod friends!-The Big Fib -ABC Story Sisters-The Adventures of Power Dog in DoglandInfo/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music:-Chill Mindfulness Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/-Feeling Discouraged Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/725420/ Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they're feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact. © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

SEAL TIME!!!Storypillar Episode 3.3Story: A frustrated seal ditches the marbles, says “See ya, soccer ball!” and slips into the sea for a little swimming and saving lives. Go, Esther, go! Shine like a starfish!Region: Iran Sticky Situation: What do you do when you feel like you can't do anything right?Unstick Trick by: Sage (Age 12)Feelings Focus: Feeling frustrated, feeling discouraged, self-confidence, celebrating strengthsCheck out our pod friends!-The Big Fib -ABC Story Sisters-The Adventures of Power Dog in DoglandShop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story by:Kathryn TorresSound Design/Audio Editing: Niamh McAuliffeMeg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art Mackenzie Allison Sound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Clogging: https://freesound.org/people/bmccoy2/sounds/379611/ -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Pixabay Artists: Lesfm, Onoychenkomusic, TuesdayNight, JessieCherry © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Sneak Attack!!! 3.3: Caspian Seals, Fancy-schmancy Saffron, and Lava-hot Deserts in IranJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: IranFacts: Saffron, The Lut Desert, and Ancient RuinsAnimals: Caspian SealsJokes: Seals and Deserts! Links for Kids: Iran Facts for KidsCaspian Seal FactsAncient Ruins in IranWhy is Saffron More Expensive Than Gold?Finding the Hottest Place on EarthCheck out our pod friends…-The Big Fib -ABC Story Sisters-The Adventures of Power Dog in DoglandInfo/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.comSupport Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg LewisSound Effects and Additional Music: -https://freesound.org/ -Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/ -LesfmKnow a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they're feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact. © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Happy Earth Day, Chicken Tray! (Bonus Episode)Pull some weeds and plant a seed, it's EARTH DAY!!! Join Sneak, Bean, Sparky, and Meg for a special-tastic Earth Day episode featuring…YOU, our listeners! We'll hear all about your favorite ways to take care of the planet, share links to some Earth-friendly crafts and organizations, and celebrate our fantast-a-riff-a-roo monthly supporters, Ada and Rafi. A huge-tastic self-high five to: Eli, Hope, Artem, Annecy, Carter, Izzie, Erin, Jane, Polly, Sebastian, and Gabriel for sharing their Earth Day advice. Reuse, Recycle…and Recreate! Upcycled Earth Day Crafts: https://www.weareteachers.com/earth-day-crafts-classroom-activities/Support Kids' Access to Clean Water: https://splash.org/donate Shop Stylish, Sustainable Kids' Clothes at:www.treehousekids.shopBecome a Monthly Supporter: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Shop at: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, Edited, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Meg LewisSound Effects and Additional Music: https://freesound.org/ -Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky) -Bineleyas -SOFRA -Seth_Makes_Sounds -NaturesEye-The_Mountain-NourishedByMusic© 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Bean-o-meter Check 3.2 Feeling…EVERYTHING! (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we're feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you'll learn more about how you're feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling multiple feelings at onceStrategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Bird Sitting (Mindfulness; Naming Emotions)Importance of Naming Emotions:https://ourlittleplaynest.com/labelling-emotions-why-and-how-free-resource-guide-included/ Feelings Bingo:https://www.thebestideasforkids.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Emotions-Bingo-The-Best-Ideas-for-Kids.pdf Check out our pod friends!Cráneo and Buenas Noches Cráneo: https://bit.ly/CumbreKidsPodsInfo/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by Andy Jobe Episode Cover Art: Mackenzie Allison and Meg Lewis Sound Effects and Additional Music:-https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/-https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/730699/ -https://pixabay.com/music/solo-guitar-acoustic-guitars-ambient-uplifting-background-music-for-videos-5642/Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they're feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact. © 2024 PowerMouse Press, LLC

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Duri, a ghost with allergies, needs JFKat and Fred the Dog to help her face her fear of heights. Meg Lewis from the kid's podcast, Storypillar, helps us tell the story! Lessons include: When our feelings are too big, it's not a time for questions and lessons; talking out our fears with a trusted person can help them feel more manageable Storypillar (Ages 4-7) is a podcast for kids and their grownups. Sneak (an enthusiastic caterpillar), Bean (an introverted butterfly), and Meg (a human) tackle sticky situations, explore stories from all over the world, and pick up advice from listeners. Check it out at www.storypillar.com or wherever you listen to podcasts. Join our Patreon for ad-free stories, monthly bonus episodes, a shout-out on the show, bi-annual mailings, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Share questions & submissions with your grownup's help via email at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), Instagram @whatifworldpodcast, or snail mail: What If World (or Mr. Eric) P.O. Box 4905 Panorama City, CA 91412 What If World is made by Eric and Karen O'Keeffe. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O'Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson. Advertise on What If World: advertising@airwavemedia.com