Explore every episode of the podcast Musings and Other Nonsense - Children's Stories, Poems and Songs
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
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| The Floor is Lava! | 05 Nov 2023 | 00:04:21 | |
The mission was simple, or so it was said - just get from the couch to your big fluffy bed. But the floor was lava, as hot as the sun. If you touched it at all, you were dead. You were done! Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| The Man Who Lived In Reverse | 05 Dec 2022 | 00:04:04 | |
His up was your down. Your loose was his tight. And when people were wrong, he did what was right. This very silly, rhyming poem for children explores what happens when you look at things differently and accept people for who they are. It’s perfect for children & nerdlihc of all ages. ;) Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| The Door - Spooky Halloween Special | 22 Oct 2022 | 00:03:32 | |
A curious child hears knocking coming from a door lying on the ground. Should they investigate? This terrifying tale of a dastardly door, is only suitable for trick or treaters who like a good scare. Listen at your own peril! If you're enjoying listening to Peter G. Reynolds original children's stories podcast Musings and Other Nonsense, please visit www.storiesbypeter.com where you'll find Peter's children's picture book, Lost Hallway: Where Do Lost Things Go and his latest children's chapter book Stitches in Time Travel. Both are available on Amazon. Stitches in Time Travel is also available as an audiobook on Amazon, Audible and iTunes. Door_Knob_001 by ShadowSilhouette Light Bulb Pop by CGEffex Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| The Witch, the What and the Who | 19 Oct 2022 | 00:02:42 | |
Everyone knows what a Witch is, but have you heard of her sisters, What and Who? They’re even more terrible. This spooky, rhyming poem is perfect for witches and warlocks of all ages. And don’t worry if you haven’t heard of What and Who. They’ve definitely heard of you! If you're enjoying the podcast, please visit www.storiesbypeter.com where you'll find Peter's children's picture book, Lost Hallway: Where Do Lost Things Go and his latest children's chapter book Stitches in Time Travel. Both are available on Amazon. Stitches in Time Travel is also available as an audiobook or Amazon, Audible and iTunes.
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| Five Toes | 15 Oct 2022 | 00:02:52 | |
When a young boy's toes run away, what is he to do? “Five Toes” is a spooky and silly rhyming poem, perfect for children of all ages. But maybe lock your doors before listening, in case your toes get any ideas! Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| My Friends | 27 Dec 2021 | 00:03:08 | |
If all your friends were the same, how boring would that be? "My Friends" is a fun, rhyming poem that celebrates the diversity of friendship. Perfect for buddies, pals, mates and besties of all ages. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Officer Pain | 29 Nov 2021 | 00:02:39 | |
Ever wonder how your brain knows you have a boo-boo? That's Officer Pain. He has a busy job trying to keep you safe. He's not very popular, but he doesn't mind. This rhyming poem is perfect for anyone who's ever had an owie or an ouchie. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| The Typewriter (Halloween Episode) | 23 Oct 2021 | 00:03:32 | |
Somewhere, in the dark, lives an old typewriter made of bones. With it you can write any story, except those with happy endings. This rhyming Halloween tale may be too spooky for very young ghosts and ghouls. Listener discretion is advised. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Shadow of Doubt | 31 Aug 2021 | 00:02:25 | |
Have you ever heard that little voice, the one that says, "You can't"? That's the voice of Doubt. It can be sneaky, but you do have an ally to help defeat it. Find out who it is in this short rhyming story. I have no doubt you'll enjoy it! Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| The Unbearable Itch | 31 Aug 2021 | 00:03:34 | |
A young bear searches the forest, desperate to rid himself of an unbearable itch. What he finds is a magical place that all bears dream of. This silly rhyming story is perfect for children of all ages or anyone who's had an itch they couldn't quite scratch. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Lost Hallway: Where do Lost Things Go? | 12 Jul 2021 | 00:04:03 | |
This episode is a reading of my picture book, Lost Hallway: Where do Lost Things Go? Can Griffin find his dog and his ball? Find out as he explores a magical world that contains all lost things. It won't be easy, the Hallway doesn't like to give things back! Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Mess Monster Rap! | 13 Jun 2021 | 00:03:13 | |
In this special musical episode, I collaborate with Toronto musician Bloo Burds to create a rap version of the story "Mess Monster". Can a child defeat his own mess before it devours him? Listen to find out. It's perfect for messy or neat children of all ages. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| The Little Shuttle (Part 2) | 17 May 2021 | 00:04:00 | |
Deep in outer space, a little spaceship wishes she was more than just a shuttle. But is she ready for all the cosmic dangers out there? Find out in the conclusion to this exciting rhyming story. Perfect for spaceships of all ages. Part 2 of 2. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| The Little Shuttle (Part 1) | 17 May 2021 | 00:07:25 | |
Deep in outer space, a little spaceship wishes she was more than just a shuttle. But is she ready for all the cosmic dangers out there? Find out in this exciting rhyming story. Perfect for spaceships of all ages. Part 1 of 2. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Virtual School Ghoul | 13 Apr 2021 | 00:02:10 | |
Warning! Excessive remote learning may cause bulging eyes, pale skin and excessive moaning. If you experience any of these symptoms, listen to this story immediately. You may be a Virtual School Ghoul! Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Easter Bunnies | 03 Apr 2021 | 00:02:34 | |
Why do bunnies hide their eggs? Find out why in this eggcellent rhyming story. It's perfect for Easter, or anytime you want to celebrate the sweet things in life. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| A Town Called Care | 22 Mar 2021 | 00:04:16 | |
In the land of Slumber, each town competes to attract dreamers by being more fun. But in the town of Care, they try something very different. Discover what they did in this silly sleeping tale. Perfect for bedtime - or is it? Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Future Me | 10 Mar 2021 | 00:05:36 | |
If you met your older self, would they happy to see you? If you met your younger self, what would you say? Find out in the fun rhyming story. Perfect for the child and grown-up in you! Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| A Bed's Bedtime Story | 22 Feb 2021 | 00:04:52 | |
Single is a small bed with a big problem; he's afraid to go to sleep! But his mother the Queen has a secret to help him. Find out what it is in this dreamy bedtime story for beds. It's told in rhyme and is perfect for beds and children of all sizes. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Who Do I Love the Most? | 08 Feb 2021 | 00:02:43 | |
A child asks themselves an impossible question: Which one of my parents do I love the most? Their answer may surprise you! This silly story is told in rhyme and is perfect for children - whether or not they have a favourite parent. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Mr. Stink | 01 Feb 2021 | 00:04:39 | |
When a young boy skips bathtime, he meets his new best friend, Mr. Stink. They have a great time until the boy realizes no-one else wants to be around him! Find out what happens in this funny, rhyming story, perfect for bedtime or bathtime. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| A Town Called Nook | 26 Jan 2021 | 00:04:51 | |
In the town of Nook, every house is a book. But when a boy who lives in a book of facts meets a girl from a book of fiction, can they ever be together? Find out in this literal, literary tale. Perfect for young readers of any genre. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Mess Monster | 18 Jan 2021 | 00:03:17 | |
When the mess in a child's room becomes a monster, will they be able to defeat it before it devours them? Find out in this exciting, rhyming tale that's perfect for both messy and neat children. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Lockdown | 12 Jan 2021 | 00:02:56 | |
A child is stuck at home during lockdown and his family is driving him crazy! Can you ever be alone in the middle of a crowd? Turns out you can. This story is told using whimsical rhymes and is perfect for anyone who needs a little alone time. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Where Did All The Rhymes Go? | 05 Jan 2021 | 00:02:40 | |
A bee discovers that all the rhymes have gone missing. Can you help her find them? Warning: this tale is both entertaining and infuriating. It's fun and interactive for the whole family. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Santa's Beard | 28 Dec 2020 | 00:04:24 | |
A family of naughty mice move into Santa's beard without permission. Will Santa evict them on Christmas Eve? Find out in this silly Christmas tale. It's told in rhyme and is perfect for families of all shapes and sizes, both naughty and nice :) Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Christmas Breakfast | 22 Dec 2020 | 00:01:56 | |
A child plans to make the greatest breakfast his parents have ever had for Christmas. There's just one problem. Well, maybe more than one. Find out in this whimsical Christmas tale. Perfect for Christmas morning or any morning you're feeling very hungry. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| One-Eyed Cat | 14 Dec 2020 | 00:02:52 | |
A one-eyed cat with the power to spot lies, finally finds her forever home in this tale of trust and friendship. It's told in rhyme and is perfect for bedtime or anytime you might be feeling a little lonely. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| I Don't Like To Write | 07 Dec 2020 | 00:02:28 | |
Did you know a crayon can tell stories just as well as a pen? If you find writing tough, there are still many ways to express yourself. This is the story of one child and the power of their imagination. It's told in rhyme and is perfect for the storyteller in all of us. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Inside Outside | 30 Nov 2020 | 00:05:22 | |
What if INSIDE and OUTSIDE competed for a little boy's attention? Which of them would win? Find out in this fantastical tale of adventure, danger and an unlikely friendship. This story is told in rhyme and is perfect for inside or outside! Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| A Stick and His Boy | 23 Nov 2020 | 00:02:56 | |
We all know that boys love their sticks. But did you know sticks love their boys just as much? Together, they can be anything! This funny, rhyming children's story is perfect for bedtime or anytime a little laughter is needed. Stick not included. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| I Wish | 15 Nov 2020 | 00:01:38 | |
We've all wished to be like someone else, but there are lots of someone elses. How boring! There's only one you in the whole wide world, and that's awesome. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Burnt the Bed | 08 Nov 2020 | 00:03:23 | |
A young dragon wakes up and discovers they've burnt their bed. What will they do? This story is perfect for any young dragons out there who enjoy silly rhymes and roasting a brave knight or two. Listen at bedtime, during car rides, or anytime a little laughter is needed. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Gobble Goblin | 01 Nov 2020 | 00:01:24 | |
There's a reason our parents warned us NEVER to pick our nose - the Gobble Goblin lives there, and he's HUNGRY! Laugh along with the short rhyming tale. Perfect for noses of all ages. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/musings) Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Goblin Stew | 24 Oct 2020 | 00:02:07 | |
This is a special Halloween episode. Every wonder what goblins like to eat? Well, you might not like what you discover in the spooky, 2-minute rhyming recipe. It's a tablespoon of creepy with just a dash of gross. And the secret ingredient is to die for. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Practice Practice | 18 Oct 2020 | 00:02:59 | |
Practicing a musical instrument is HARD. But when you do, something magical happens - you get better! Laugh along with this musical poem for all the budding piano, guitar, violin and digeridoo players out there. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Just Once | 12 Oct 2020 | 00:01:55 | |
This rhyming poem is about a boy who only likes to try things once. How boring is that? Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Party of Ten | 05 Oct 2020 | 00:02:37 | |
We have a special song this week for our little toddler listeners. Party of Ten is a fun, catchy children's song that's great to sing and dance along too. Next week we're back with poems and stories for older kids. Stay tuned! Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| My Baddy | 26 Sep 2020 | 00:01:53 | |
Our third episode is a children's poem called My Baddy. We all want our parents to be good and follow the rules, but sometimes good can be boring. Find out what happens when a child wishes his daddy was a little bit bad. This poem is told using funny, whimsical rhymes and is great for young kids and parents with a silly sense of humour. It's perfect at bedtime, car rides, or anytime laughter is needed ;) Please subscribe to our podcast for a new poem or story each week. If you’d like to know more about the author, please visit www.storiesbypeter.com. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Not a Fan of Vegetables | 26 Sep 2020 | 00:02:05 | |
Our second episode is an original children's poem called: I'm Not a Fan of Vegetables. A young child tries desperately to explain this fact, only to realize there are unexpected consequences when they get their wish! This poem is told using funny, whimsical rhymes and is great for young kids, and maybe a few adults who also don't like vegetables ;) Perfect at bedtime, car rides, or anytime a little laughter is needed ;) Please subscribe to our podcast for a new poem or story each week. If you’d like to know more about the author, please visit www.storiesbypeter.com. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||
| Dragon Cake | 20 Sep 2020 | 00:01:29 | |
Our first episode is a funny children's poem called Dragon Cake. It is, not surprisingly, about how to make a dragon’s favourite cake. The poem is told using colourful rhymes and funny sound effects. It's great for young kids (human or dragon) who have a weird sense of humour. Perfect at bedtime, car rides, or anytime a little laughter is needed ;) Please subscribe to our podcast for a new poem or story each week. If you’d like to know more about the author, please visit www.storiesbypeter.com. Become a supporter so we can keep recording a quality children's podcast. Helping us to cover these costs guarantee a quality listening experience for you and your family to enjoy! Support us here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support | |||