Tonight, a story about war time fighter pilots. A story about the hazards and treachery of world war 2. A story about one mans fight, in the air, and on the ground. A story about clarity following bewilderment. This story has adult themes, so I would suggest younger listeners avoid it! I sincerely hope you enjoy it ------- Should you wish to support Tales by the Fireside, please feel free to head to www.talesbythefireside.com/support, or tell your friends about the show, or rate and review! Ever...
Feb 04, 2025•32 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Tonight, a story about enchantment. About an ancient Chinese emperor and his court. A story about the beauty and power of song. Presenting "The Nightingale" By Hans Christian Andersen, published in 1843. I sincerely hope you enjoy it ------- Should you wish to support Tales by the Fireside, please feel free to head to www.talesbythefireside.com/support, or tell your friends about the show, or rate and review! Everything you do and everyone you tell, really does mean the world to me. Hosted on Ac...
Jan 30, 2025•28 min•Season 2Ep. 11
A story about the beauty of nature. A story about one mans quest to find his fortune. A story set in the united states, before it was the united states. A story, about prospectin out West. Presenting "All Gold Canyon" by Jack London, published in 1905. I sincerely hope you enjoy it - Better late than never! ------- Should you wish to support Tales by the Fireside, please feel free to head to www.talesbythefireside.com/support, or tell your friends about the show, or rate and review! Everything y...
Jan 20, 2025•50 min•Season 2Ep. 10
A story of deduction and deception. A story of typewriters and fingerprints. A story of fortunes and family. A story, of our beloved English detective returning once again. Presenting, “A Case of Identity” by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, published in 1892. I sincerely hope you enjoy it. ------- Should you wish to support Tales by the Fireside, please feel free to head to www.talesbythefireside.com/support, or tell your friends about the show, or rate and review! Everything you do and everyone you tel...
Feb 10, 2024•40 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Tonight, we have a long overdue story of giant men, and giant dreams. A story of blue snow and blue calfs. A story of untamed wilderness and of untapped potential. A story, held in the hearts of millions. Presenting, the first chapter of Paul Bunyan by James Stevens, published in 1925. I really, truly hope you enjoy it., and I am sorry it took me so long to get a new piece of content out to you all. ------- Should you wish to support Tales by the Fireside, please feel free to head to www.talesby...
Jan 28, 2024•38 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Tonight, to celebrate 1 million listens, we have some personal thoughts and insight into my brain and the way I try and live my life, with a bit of inspirational ideas thrown in too. Presenting “A Matter of Scale" by Joe Fireside. I really, truly hope you enjoy it. And thank you all, so much, for helping me reach 1 million listens. ------- Should you wish to support Tales by the Fireside, please feel free to head to www.talesbythefireside.com/support, or tell your friends about the show, or rate...
Dec 19, 2022•13 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Tonight, we have a story about heroes and villains. A story about rebuilding a shattered world. A story about doing your best and things not always working out. A story, about beginnings. Presenting “Foundation” written by me, Joe Fireside. I don't read my own stories here very often, and I really hope you enjoy it. And thank you all, so much, for helping me reach 1 million listens. ------- Should you wish to support Tales by the Fireside, please feel free to head to www.talesbythefireside.com/s...
Dec 19, 2022•20 min•Season 2Ep. 6
A story of fear, and dread. A story about dark histories, and darker deeds. A story about endurance, and determination. A story, about the power of the unknown. Presenting “The Empty House” – written by Algernon Blackwood, published in 1906. We are kicking off the spooky season with something pretty creepy, so I urge only adult listeners to proceed! ------- Should you wish to support Tales by the Fireside, please feel free to head to www.talesbythefireside.com/support, or tell your friends about...
Oct 22, 2022•44 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Tonight, we have a story of ransoms and retribution. A story about kidnapping and regret. A story about Scouts and Horses and games. A story, about things not going quite the way you expect them to. Presenting “The Ransom of Red Chief” – written by O. Henry, published in 1907. ------- Should you wish to support Tales by the Fireside, please feel free to head to www.talesbythefireside.com/support, or tell your friends about the show, or rate and review! Everything you do and everyone you tell, re...
Oct 11, 2022•25 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Tonight, we have a story about stars and astrological coincidence, a story about worldwide observation and planetary danger. A story about disaster, and perspective. Presenting “The Star” by H. G. Wells, published in 1897. ------- Should you wish to support Tales by the Fireside, please feel free to head to www.talesbythefireside.com/support, or tell your friends about the show. Everything you do and everyone you tell, really does mean the world to me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...
Sep 26, 2022•34 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Tonight, we have a story of war, and marriage. A story about great battles at land and at sea. A story about culture, and kingship. A story, about the unification of a nation. Presenting, part 2 of “Viking Tales” written by Jennie Hall. ------- Should you wish to support Tales by the Fireside, please feel free to head to www.talesbythefireside.com/support, or tell your friends about the show. Everything you do and everyone you tell, really does mean the world to me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...
Sep 19, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Tonight, we have a story of haunted houses, and preoccupied travellers. A story of Odd Girls and Good friends. A story of hysteria, and ghostly goings on. Presenting Charles Dicken’s “The Haunted House”, as featured as part of the Lock and Key Library, edited by Julian Hawthorne. It is great to be back, thank you so much for all of your support over the last year. ------- Should you wish to support Tales by the Fireside, please feel free to head to www.talesbythefireside.com/support, or tell you...
Sep 13, 2022•46 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Tonight, we have a small update about me, my life, and Tales by the Fireside. If you would like more little updates like this, please let me know! Thank you all, for being who you are x ---- Should you wish to support the show, please check out talesbythefireside.com/support Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 06, 2022•11 min
Tonight, we have a story of long-ships and spears, a story of thralls and kings, a story of Thor and Odin and going a-viking. A story of Iceland and Norway. Presenting part one of "Viking Tales", written by Jennie Hall, published in 1902. Please let me know what you think! Leave a rating or review, and subscribe to Tales By The Fireside. Should you wish to support the show, please check out talesbythefireside.com/support Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 27, 2021•55 min•Season 1Ep. 101
Hello everyone A story of gods and goddesses, of poison and serpents, of the creation of the universe, and the destruction of mankind. A story of the mythology of the Ancient Egyptians, taken from their own texts and tombs. Presenting the first part of "Legends of the Gods" by E.A. Wallis Budge. Published in 1912. This is the 100th episode of Tales by the Fireside! Thank you all for your continued patience and I am sorry for the delay between this, and the last episode! Please let me know what y...
Oct 23, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 100
Tonight, we have a story about voyaging across the sea and the perils therein. A story about serpents, pirates and diamonds. Of making a huge profit, sometimes out of skill and sometimes out of sheer luck. A story about a famous seafarer. Presenting, Sindbad The Sailor, by an unknown author. Please let me know what you think! Leave a rating or review, and subscribe to Tales By The Fireside. Should you wish to support the show, please check out talesbythefireside.com/support Hosted on Acast. See ...
Sep 03, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 99
Tonight, we have a story of rivalry and deception. A story of mining desolate asteroids in the depths of space. A story of cats, but, ones unlike anything you have heard before. Presenting "Feline Red", written by Robert Sampson, published in 1954. Please let me know what you think! Leave a rating or review, and subscribe to Tales By The Fireside. Should you wish to support the show, please check out talesbythefireside.com/support Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 11, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 98
Tonight we have a story of a girl, who just couldn't sleep. A story of bad sleeping habits, and helpful animals. A story of changing your routines to sleep better. Presenting "The Girl Who Dreamed of Sleep", written by Gemma Clatworthy. You can purchase this wonderful little book for yourself on Amazon: www.amazon.co.uk/Girl-Who-Dreamed-Sleep-Child-ebook/dp/B08WR9S6G4 There are some truly valuable and useful sleep tips here, put into a form that really makes it easy to understand and adopt into ...
Aug 08, 2021•17 min•Season 1Ep. 97
A story of high society, and low behaviour. A story of young girls and young bucks, duelling with propriety and station. A story of one girl and her realising some very important truths about herself and her actions. Presenting "Josephine: A Woman With A Past", written by F. Scott Fitzgerald, published in 1930. Please let me know what you think! Leave a rating or review, and subscribe to Tales By The Fireside. Should you wish to support the show, please check out talesbythefireside.com/support H...
Aug 05, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 96
Tonight, we have a story of evil stepmothers and poison apples. A story of dwarfs, and combs, and magic mirrors. A story of goodness, and of jealousy. Presenting "Little Snow White" Written by an unknown author. Don't forget to leave a comment, like or review, and subscribe to the show. Should you wish to support the show, please check out www.talesbythefireside.com/support Joe x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 31, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 95
A story of fantasy and peril. A story of betrayal and hope and destiny. A story of one normal girl, and her quest to save many different worlds. A story, about love. Presenting "Kiera's Quest, Sacrifices" Written by Kristy Brown. You can pick up a copy of this story, and this talented authors other work on Amazon: www.amazon.co.uk/Kristy-Brown/e/B079YTT7Q2 . This episode is sponsored by The Isbourne Wellbeing Charity - Find out more information here: www.isbourne.org Don't forget to leave a comm...
Jul 30, 2021•2 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 94
Tonight, we have a story of an evil snake and his attempts to cause harm to a sweet little baby. A story of wolves, and tigers, and bears. A story about the inherent goodness of most animals. Presenting, The Jungle Baby, written by G.E. Farrow, published in 1905. Rate, review, or subscribe to Tales by the Fireside! Support Tales by the Fireside! Check out: talesbythefireside.com/support Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 24, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 93
Tonight, we have a story of prophecy and destiny. A story of plastic princes and rings of crystal. A story of dreams, different worlds and teenage life. A story, about a strange connection between two very different people. Proudly presenting “Kiera’s Quest – Awakenings”, a fantastic fantasy story written by Kristy Brown. Pick up a copy of this enthralling story for yourself, or look at some of the authors other fine work, here: www.amazon.co.uk/Kristy-Brown/e/B079YTT7Q2 This episode is sponsore...
Jul 22, 2021•2 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 92
Tonight we have a story of giants, and a very famous giant slayer. A story of knights and ladies, captives and cookery, a story of trickery, of bravery, and of chivalry. Presenting "Jack and the Giants", a story in the same vein as Jack and the Beanstalk, but without the beanstalk. And with many, many more giants. The author of this particular version is unknown, but this was published in 1851. In true "old fairy tale" style, there is a lot of sword swinging and head chopping and damsel rescuing...
Jul 17, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 91
Tonight, we have another guided meditation episode. This one is designed to be listened to after we have had a day that hasn't gone particularly well for us, and we will take a look at accepting it for what it is, and then letting it go, together. This episode is brought to you by the Isbourne Wellbeing Charity. For more information, visit isbourne.org I hope you enjoy this guided meditation. Please let me know if you do by leaving a rating or review, and subscribing to the show. Support Tales b...
Jul 14, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 90
Tonight, we have a set of short stories. Stories about ghosts and zombies. About Loch Ness Monsters and ghosts playing at midnight. About Big sisters and younger brothers and taking your pet dragon to the vet. Presenting the "Rhyming Stories Collection", each written by Michael Alexander. You can purchase this talented authors book on Amazon, here: www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=until+wishes+are+fulfilled Please leave a comment or review, and subscribe to the show! Support Tales by the Fireside: www.tales...
Jul 10, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 89
Tonight, we have a story of the partnership of man and machine as we advance through our future. A story, of the end of one of those partners, and the progression and beauty of the journey we go on. Another look of the future, from the perspective of the past. Presenting "The Last Evolution", written by John Wood Campbell Jr, published in 1932. I must add that it does certainly have quite dark themes and tones, and as such, is strictly for older listeners. Please leave a comment or review, and s...
Jul 07, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 88
Tonight, we have a story about the moon, and the stars, and the ocean and a wise wolf. A story about the journey of life, portrayed in a wonderful way. A story about a little girl who just did not know. Proudly presenting "Sadie, A Story About a Girl That Just Did Not Know", written by Andreah Barker. Pick up a copy of the book here: www.sadietellsstories.ca/published-books Please leave a comment or review, and subscribe to the show! Support Tales by the Fireside: www.talesbythefireside.com/supp...
Jul 06, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 87
A story of schoolmasters and spectres. Of whimsical stories contrasted with terrible rumours. Of rivals in love, of beauty in nature, and of terror in folklore. Proudly presenting "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" by Washington Irving, as written in 1819. I first watched the Disney adaptation of this story as a young child, and I remember it as one of the scariest cartoon films I had seen up to that point. I admit that I went in to reading this story with some of that same childlike fear and trepida...
Jun 30, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 86
Tonight, our brave little kite returns to teach us all another lesson. A story of inclusion and of welcoming distant friends. A story that shows us that we should be nice to everyone, regardless of who they are, where they are from or what they look like. Presenting "Tahj the Brave Kite Speaks Up", written by Anna Digard. If you enjoy this book, you can pick up a copy of it here: www.amazon.com/dp/B08L2892FW Please let me know what you think by leaving a comment, like or review and subscribing t...
Jun 26, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 85
