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Withywindle

Goldberry Studios 99 Episodes Aug 20, 2026

Withywindle is a whimsical interactive show for kids who love stories, words, and groan-worthy jokes. It features favorite authors and illustrators, blending a book club with a game show for an adventure through wordplay. Each episode includes chats with special guests, silly jokes, riddles, and discussions about stories and books.

Episodes

Back from Mars from Matthew Mellema
Back from Mars from Matthew Mellema Aug 20, 2026 1395 In this special episode of Withywindle, author Matthew Mellema joins us to share an original story, Back from Mars!”It started when Earth lost communication with every single Martian outpost at the same time. Even worse was the final transmission from Mars. . .”Learn more about Matthew Mellema HEREShop Red Rex by Matthew Mellema This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other su
10.3 Matt Tavares Draws Up Some Adventures
10.3 Matt Tavares Draws Up Some Adventures Aug 4, 2026 5852 What do baseball, Boston, and picture books have in common? Matt Tavares! In this delightful episode of Withywindle, we chat with the award-winning author and illustrator about the winding path that led him to creating beloved books for children. We also talk baseball, history, and discover how real-life passions can become beautiful stories.Garglehauser Song Lyrics by Andy! Garglehauser, the book
The Six Swans with Carolyn Leiloglou
The Six Swans with Carolyn Leiloglou Jul 13, 2026 874 In this special episode of Withywindle, author Carolyn Leiloglou joins us to share one of the beloved tales from the Brothers Grimm: The Six Swans.The Six Swans is a timeless fairy tale about the quiet strength of sacrificial love, the endurance of hope, and the restorative power of faithful devotion.Learn more about Carolyn Leiloglou HERE.Shop books by Caolyn Leiloglou. This is a public episode.
10.2 At the Round Table with Malcolm Guite & Stephen Crotts
10.2 At the Round Table with Malcolm Guite & Stephen Crotts Jun 16, 2026 6217 What happens when two lovers of stories, poetry, and imagination join us around the Withywindle fire?In episode two of Withywindle Season 10, we’re delighted to welcome poet, priest, and storyteller Malcolm Guite, along with master illustrator Stephen Crotts. Together, we wander through the worlds of myth, wonder, and faith, exploring the stories that shape our hearts and spark our imaginations.En
How Slimebottom the Troll Got His Name
How Slimebottom the Troll Got His Name May 19, 2026 1305 In this episode we present “How Slimebottom the Troll Got His Name,” a wonderfully strange and delightfully mischievous tale written and brought to us by Glenn McCarty.Join us for a journey filled with trolls, trouble, and the kind of muddy mayhem that makes sense on Withywindle. This story is sure to leave a little slime on your boots and a smile on your face.Glenn McCarty Tumbleweed Books: https
10.1 Kate Milford Weaves Wonders
10.1 Kate Milford Weaves Wonders Apr 27, 2026 6435 Season 10 starts… NOW! After a long, long break (did you miss us? we missed you!), Withywindle is back with a brand-new episode packed with books, belly laughs, and some truly questionable jokes.Our first guest of the season is author Kate Milford, who joins us to talk about the magic of stories, mysterious adventures, and, of course, snacks. We swap favorites, ask big questions, get a little goof
The Withywindle Christmas Special!
The Withywindle Christmas Special! Dec 11, 2025 4034 Surprise! We’re back for a special between-seasons episode.Deck the halls and duck the dad jokes . . . it’s the Withywindle Christmas Special! David and Graeme bring you a snow-covered story, yuletide games, a Very Official Holiday Snack Review™, and enough cheerful chaos to power Santa’s sleigh.Tune in for the merriest Withywindle of the year! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss th
9.8: Questionpa9za!
9.8: Questionpa9za! Oct 9, 2025 4379 We’re ending season 9 of Withywindle the same way we always do, with a questionpalooza! So hit that play button and tune in as we answer such questions as . . .• How do we prepare the guests for Withywindle shenanigans?• What would the Withywindle Soda Shop be called, and what flavors would we serve?• What are our favorite reads of the year?• How many Cheetos does it take to get out of a glen?• An
9:7 Stephen Barany Floats onto the Show!
9:7 Stephen Barany Floats onto the Show! Sep 2, 2025 6716 HelloOooooOOoO! We are back and thrilled to be joined by author and illustrator Stephen Barany! Stephen’s forthcoming book, Alphabet Parade, is an absolute joy, and you can join the Kickstarter for it RIGHT NOW!By the way, this episode is an absolutely crazy way to spend two hours. Gulches. Grapes. Gastronomics. Woodchucks. Waistcoats. Tornados. You’ve been warned.Also, come to Concord to meet Dan
9.6 Victoria Murgante Strikes a Chord
9.6 Victoria Murgante Strikes a Chord Jul 29, 2025 5705 On this episode of Withywindle we are joined by the delightful Victoria Murgante, who’s debut novel, The Traveling Piano Man of Fort Whettershire, has been a hit ‘round these parts.“In her enchanting debut novel, Victoria Murgante offers a story of beauty and substance about knowing and being known, exploring the value of true intimacy and the costly grace that makes it possible.”This episode also
9.5 Karen Cushman Whipples us into Shape
9.5 Karen Cushman Whipples us into Shape Jul 15, 2025 4916 That’s right! Karen Cushman has arrived on Withywindle! 🎉Karen Cushman is the author of The Midwife’s Apprentice (winner of the 1996 Newbery Medal), Catherine, Called Birdy (a Newbery Honor book), The Ballad of Lucy Whipple (winner of the John and Patricia Beatty Award), and several other prize-winning novels published by Clarion Books. Her newest book is When Sally O’Malley Discovered the Sea.Kar
9.4 Allan Wolf Joins the Withywindle Pack
9.4 Allan Wolf Joins the Withywindle Pack Jul 7, 2025 6791 The guys are back from England and boy are they jet lagged! Lots of sleep-deprived silliness, British chocolate taste testing, and more!Luckily we recorded this episode’s interview BEFORE we went to England so our amazing guest didn’t have to put up with our zonked-out nonsense. Our guest this week is a two-time winner of the North Carolina Young Adult Book Award, Bank Street College’s prestigious

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