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Dorktales Storytime

Dorktales Storytime

By: Jonathan Cormur
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Be the hero of your own story with Dorktales Storytime, the award-winning podcast for kids and their pop culture loving grownups. Enter their Once Upon a Time world where hosts, Jonathan Cormur and Mr. Reginald T. Hedgehog, take you on a storytelling journey of curiosity and acceptance. You’ll explore reimagined fairytales and fables with social emotional themes, discover inspiring stories of history’s hidden heroes, and experience imaginary tales of boundless possibilities.

Recognized by Common Sense Media as outstanding entertainment with an official seal for quality and impact. Common Sense Selections include age-appropriate media with the potential to spark family conversations, entertain families of all kinds, and have a positive, lasting effect on society.

Reach out to us at dorktalesstorytime@gmail.com

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  • Mr. Redge’s Hotline: Cozy Autumn Q&A and Shoutout Celebration!
    Oct 9 2025

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    The leaves are crunching, the apples are baking, and Redge is wearing his favorite autumn sweater… He’s ready to for another round of your curious, clever, and heartwarming questions.

    In this autumn edition of Mr. Redge’s Hotline, Jonathan and Redge talk favorite sports, real-world friends, and the finest forest snacks. They share a collection of your brilliant ideas, heartfelt reviews, and a flurry of shoutouts. Grab your headphones, coziest blanket, a favorite snack, and get ready for a cheerful harvest of listener love.

    JOIN THE KOOKY SPOOKY COUNTDOWN CHALLENGE and earn rewards:
    https://jonincharacter.com/kooky-spooky-countdown/

    FOR THE GROWNUPS: We want to hear from your kids! Email us at dorktalesstorytime@gmail.com with your their first name, age, and their awesome question—written or recorded! You can also reach us through our contact form at https://jonincharacter.com/contact-the-podcast/, leave a comment on Spotify, or include a question in a 5-star review. We’ll do our best to feature as many as we can!

    MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

    • EP41 A Hedgehog’s Homerun: https://jonincharacter.com/hedgehogs-home-run/
    • EP71 Zinnia Fig and the Droop: https://jonincharacter.com/zinnia-fig-and-the-droop/

    Support the show

    REACH OUT!

    • Send us a TEXT: if your young listener has a question. Pls include their first name in the text. Your name/number is hidden so it's a safe way to reach out.
    • Send us an email: dorktalesstorytime@gmail.com
    • DM us on IG @dorktalesstorytime
    • Library of Resources: https://dorktalesstorytime.aweb.page/Dorktales-Library-Card
    • One time donation: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dorktales
    • Our Pod's Songs on Bandcamp: https://dorktalesstorytime.bandcamp.com/music

    Now, go be the hero of your own story and we’ll see you next once-upon-a-time!

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    10 mins
  • A Howl Noir Mystery - Spooky Stories for Kids
    Oct 2 2025

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    Something spooky is afoot in the Folktale Forest! This autumn, chaos is striking every seasonal celebration. Decorations are being destroyed. Party snacks keep disappearing. And terrified witnesses claim they’ve seen a howling creature on the loose. Everyone’s pointing paws at Big Bad Wolf, but he says he’s innocent. That’s when his junior detective friends, Redge, Jonathan and Wabbitson step in to crack the case. As the clues lead them toward something far scarier than they ever imagined, can these sleuths solve the mystery before the full moon rises?

    Go to the episode webpage: https://jonincharacter.com/a-howl-noir-mystery/

    DOWNLOAD COLOR PAGE: https://bit.ly/dorktalesEP119colorpage

    GRAB YOUR FREE PDF list of conversation questions for this episode:
    https://dorktalesstorytime.aweb.page/ep119freePDF

    PARENTS, TEACHERS AND HOMESCHOOLERS: In this nod to a film noir mystery, kids learn the value of looking past assumptions, supporting friends, and working together to solve problems. The story shows how trust and teamwork can uncover the truth and reminds kids that even scary situations can be better understood when faced with curiosity and courage.

    IF YOU ENJOYED THIS STORY you’ll find even more Halloween spooky-ish tales on our Dorktales Storytime Halloween playlist: https://jonincharacter.com/halloween-stories-for-kids-playlist-thats-more-fun-than-fright/

    CREDITS: This episode is a Jonincharacter production. It was written and produced by Molly Murphy and performed by Jonathan Cormur. Sound recording and production by Jermaine Hamilton at Pacific Grove Soundwork

    Support the show

    REACH OUT!

    • Send us a TEXT: if your young listener has a question. Pls include their first name in the text. Your name/number is hidden so it's a safe way to reach out.
    • Send us an email: dorktalesstorytime@gmail.com
    • DM us on IG @dorktalesstorytime
    • Library of Resources: https://dorktalesstorytime.aweb.page/Dorktales-Library-Card
    • One time donation: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dorktales
    • Our Pod's Songs on Bandcamp: https://dorktalesstorytime.bandcamp.com/music

    Now, go be the hero of your own story and we’ll see you next once-upon-a-time!

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    21 mins
  • The Tale of Swashbuckle Joe, a Ghost Pirate Story (Replay)
    Sep 19 2025

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    Talk Like a Pirate Day be here, and we be settin’ sail once more on our pirate adventure for all ye story-lovin’ listener buccaneers!

    Ahoy, me hearties! Hop aboard Captain Edgarrr Matey's ship for an epic journey to Davey Jones Diner and the Plot Hook islands—where the seafaring folk sing shanties and tell tales of lost pirate booty. Armed with a secret map, our Folktale Forest friends go hunting for Swashbuckle Joe’s buried riches. When they're greeted by his gregarious ghost, he leads them to the precious treasures he values the most.

    Episode webpage: https://jonincharacter.com/the-tale-of-swashbuckle-joe/

    PARENTS, TEACHERS AND HOMESCHOOLERS: Overall, the story encourages us to find treasure in the intangible aspects of life, such as friendships, adventures, and the appreciation of the present moment, rather than solely chasing material wealth.

    If you liked this story, you may also enjoy episode 69, Eel for One and One for Eel, a daring adventure with the three Hedgeketeers: https://jonincharacter.com/eel-for-one/

    CREDITS: This episode has been a Jonincharacter production. Today’s story was written and produced by Molly Murphy. All characters are performed by Jonathan Cormur. Sound recording and production by Jermaine Hamilton at Pacific Grove Soundworks.

    Support the show

    REACH OUT!

    • Send us a TEXT: if your young listener has a question. Pls include their first name in the text. Your name/number is hidden so it's a safe way to reach out.
    • Send us an email: dorktalesstorytime@gmail.com
    • DM us on IG @dorktalesstorytime
    • Library of Resources: https://dorktalesstorytime.aweb.page/Dorktales-Library-Card
    • One time donation: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dorktales
    • Our Pod's Songs on Bandcamp: https://dorktalesstorytime.bandcamp.com/music

    Now, go be the hero of your own story and we’ll see you next once-upon-a-time!

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    21 mins
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