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Once Upon A Time: A Storytelling Podcast
We are all storytellers. Hosted by Talia Smith, we invite artists, activist, and archivists from around the world to share their favorite stories. Once Upon a Time: A Storytelling Podcast's mission is to educate and inspire listeners by exploring the stories found all around us.
Episodes
46 episodes
Podcast Day 2023
Happy Podcast Day 2023!This year, we took to cold calling our loved ones and forced them to chat about stories. Stories in order of appearance:The Barbie MovieThe Little MermaidPractical MagicLove at First Sig...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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17:06
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"The Princess Bride" with Cam Berger
It's one of the greatest love stories ever told. It's also one of the most fantastic adventures. Join Cam and Talia as they take a journey through The Princess Bride, discussing not just the story itself, but how the story became a cla...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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54:19
WWII Women Take Flight with Siobhan Miller
This week, we welcome Siobhan Miller to talk about The Women Airforce Service Pilots, also known as WASPs. These pilots were the first women to fly military aircraft for the United States, paving the way for the next generations of female pilot...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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49:49
"The Loophole" with Mubtasin Zaman
This week, Mubtasin Zaman joins Talia Smith for a discussion about Naz Kutub's debut novel, The Loophole! A story as adventurous as it is magical, The Loophole remi...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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52:36
"The Nutcracker" with Hannah Davis
We're back with Season 4 of Once Upon a Time: A Storytelling Podcast!Hannah Davis returns to the podcast to discuss the Nutcracker, our personal favorite holiday adventure!Follow the Podcast on Social Media: @astorytellingpod...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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44:51
We're Back! Talia and Emily Talk Season 4
We're back and better than ever! This week, Talia and Emily talk Season 4.Do you want to guest host an episode? Contact us!Instagram/ TikTok: @astorytellingpodcastEmail: astorytellingpodcast@gmail.comMentioned ...
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Season 4
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Episode 0
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29:45
Season Three Wrap Up with Emily and Talia
This is it! Our season three wrap up! We would like to say thank you to everyone who has made this season possible- we could not have done this without every single one of you! We don't know when we'll be back quite yet- but please follow @asto...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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53:06
"Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief" with Alison O'Brien
Demigods. Danger. Dauntlessness. In our last episode of Season Three, join repeat guest host, Alison O’Brien, as she retells the story of Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief! Thank you all for listening to this season of stories that may h...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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1:01:14
"The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole, Age 13 3/4" with Luke Blaylock
Do you remember being 13 years old? Or maybe you ARE 13 years old! You may even be preparing for that big step into "teenagehood"! No matter how old you are, being 13 is a BIG DEAL. Join guest host Luke Blaylock and Talia Smith as they discu...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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59:59
"Family Food Story" with Ben Imadali
One of the most universal yet individual human experiences is eating food. Be it a family recipe, a vending machine purchase, or fine dining, eating is the one thing that unites us. But food comes in all shapes and sizes, and it tells its own s...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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1:01:19
"Do The Right Thing" with Fabrice Nozier
We’re back! This week, Fabrice Nozier of the "Filmagra" podcast and Filmagra.org joins us for a discussion about film and social justice via Spike Lee’s classic, Do The Right Thing! Stay tuned for some exciting discourse, analysis, and...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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54:55
"The Roosevelts" with Lydia Strickling
Do you have a big family? Could you imagine if both your father and your cousin were President of the United States? What if another cousin was First Lady? And another Governor of New York? Well, that’s what it was like for the members of th...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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1:05:49
"Mulan" with Alexa Young
Donny Osmond, Disney, and 98 Degrees. Those are three things you *might* associate with the 1998 animated hit “Mulan,” but the story is so much more! Join Talia and Guest Host, Alexa Young, as they travel back in time and discuss Mulan’s jou...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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1:00:10
"Ecology of a Cracker Childhood" with The Woodmother
This episode, we delve into the woods to learn about the Longleaf Pine Trees, our ancestral connection to land, and how stories can create change. Join TikTok’s The Woodmother and Talia Smith as they discuss “Ecology of a Cracker Childhood” by ...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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55:16
"Anne of Green Gables" with Mikaela Simon
Do you like chatty young women? Then we've got an episode for you! Join Mikaela Simon and Talia Smith as they discuss LM Montgomery's beloved series Anne of Green Gables. Full of imagination, stories, and big words, this episode is tru...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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1:03:47
"Traditional Lacrosse" with Nina Polk
Join us on the field as we discuss lacrosse with Guest Host Nina Polk! We’ll explore its Indigenous roots, how the game lives on, and Nina’s journey as an athlete in the sport. Show Linktree:
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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57:28
"The Snapper" with Jade Connell Carroll
Jade from the “About a Book” podcast joins Talia in this week's episode! “The Snapper” by Roddy Doyle is filled with humor and heart. Considered a modern classic in Ireland Today, Jade and Talia discuss the story’s strong Irish roots a...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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50:47
"Garden State" with Joie Affleck
What happens when you come back to your hometown after years of being away? How do you feel when something so familiar is also so distant? This week, join Talia Smith and guest host, Joie Affleck, in their discussion of the 2004 Indie Classic, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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1:01:52
"Strega Nona" with Julianna Pica
Ciao a tutti! This week, listen to Talia and Guest Host, Julianna Pica, discuss the importance of food, family, spirituality, and... listening to directions? Join us in our dissection of the classic book, Strega Nona!---<...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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55:34
"Flea Market Love Letters" with Liz Maguire
Dear Listener,In this episode, we talk about World War Two love letters! Through tragedy, romance, and adventure, the stories letters provide us are uniquely personal and universal. Join Talia and guest host Liz Maguire (of Flea Market L...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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1:03:25
"The Wizard of Oz" with Hannah Davis
It’s our Season Three Premiere! The Songs! The Colors! The Lions and Tigers and Bears! It's one of America's most known stories and has remained in our hearts for generations. Guest Host, Hannah Davis, joins Talia as they dis...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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56:51
Season Three Trailer
On Once Upon a Time: A Storytelling Podcast, we talk to historians, artists, podcasters, and creators from around the world about the stories that impact our lives. This upcoming season, we explore a...
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Season 3
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0:56
Season Two Wrap Up with Talia and Emily
Thank you all for listening to Season Two! Enjoy some ramblings from Emily and Talia as they dissect the season and look to the future. Resources:Podcast Links: https://linktr.e...
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Season 2
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32:52
"The Epic of Gilgamesh" with Luke Blaylock
Our Season Two Finale is one of the oldest stories in the book, the Epic of Gilgamesh. From dangerous adventures to journeys of self discovery, this story is, quite literally, epic! Join Guest Host Luke Blaylock and Host Talia Smith as they dis...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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55:38
"Double Indemnity" with Jess Gianna
What happens when your crush asks you about taking out accident insurance for her husband? It probably means she wants to kill her husband. 1944’s Double Indemnity is not only a riveting story, it’s also a masterpiece of the Noir Genre. Listen ...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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51:26
