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Deep Forest DreamsKiki The Owl and Mother TreeIn this weeks episode we explore what it means to be part of a community and how it’s important to stop and listen to others. Especially those members of the community who are heard from very often. We learn that those folk need listening to as much as the most talkative members of our community. Written by Yukiko Oakes and narrated by Jeanne Baron.
Special thanks to Suzanne Simard: Forest ecologist
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2021-10-1611 minDeep Forest DreamsThe Leprechaunds of DesmondInThis week's story, we go back to the kingdom of Desmond where we learn about first impressions. Not the ones we make but the assumptions we make about others. Plus a leprechaun named Dermot, his friend Finnvara King of the Faeries. Written and narrated by James Oakes.
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2021-09-2913 minDeep Forest DreamsTuga The TortoiseThis week's story is about being proud of yourself for a big accomplishment. Sometimes big goals are daunting and we think it's easier to sit and not do anything. But how boring would life be if we didn't have any adventures. In this story our heroes discover something about themselves and each other.
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2021-09-1615 minDeep Forest DreamsHidden TalentThis week's story is about siblings, friends and how we really feel about them. Sometimes having a little brother with you when you are playing with your friends can be a drag. But sometimes we learn that people can have hidden talents and those talents can make all the difference.
Written by Yukiko Oakes, Narrated by James Oakes
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2021-09-0710 minDeep Forest DreamsThe Tumler - Chapter One: The WuskwekkehsThis week's story is our first on going story. Chapter one of The Tumler finds our heroes fighting monsters and telling jokes in the Catskills mountains of New York State. We learn about wizards and comedians and how jokes are magical. Written and narrated by James Oakes.
Suggested for ages 7 and up for complex themes.
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2021-08-3114 min
Deep Forest DreamsThe Quest of DesmondThis weeks story takes us back to the kingdom of Desmond where Queen Eleanor Fitzmaurice takes part in a quest that brings her face to face with the feared Finnvara King of the Faeries. And we find that sometimes things that are feared don't need to be feared at all. And sometimes all we need to do is reach out and ask for help. Written and narrated by James Oakes.
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2021-08-2414 minDeep Forest DreamsT-Bone The Talking DogThis weeks adventure is all about what happens when we let go of fear and give into love. What happens when bad thing happen to us and we stop trusting everyone around us because we think it will make us feel safer and ends up being far worse. Only when those around us support us and we in return can love not only them but ourselves as well. Oh, and a talking dog.
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2021-08-1815 minDeep Forest DreamsBebe The Little WitchIn this week's story: We look at the joy that is to be found when you complete a task by yourself. Is nice to be able to rely on others and technology but when we stand up firmly on our own two feet and say, I can do this. That is when we begin to experience confidence and the happiness that goes along with it. This week's hero learns this lesson with a little help from the wise and very cute T-Bone the talking dog. Written by Yukiko Oakes
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2021-08-0212 minDeep Forest DreamsMako the Squirrel and His Perfect HouseThis week story is about Mako the squirrel searching for his new house. He tries to find a perfect house for him on his birthday. But he also finds something more important. Written by Yukiko Oakes and narrated by James Oakes.
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2021-07-2713 minDeep Forest DreamsThree Dinos in TimeIn this weeks story
We go back in time and meet the three smartest dinosaurs that ever were. We learn that appearances are not always what they seem and sometimes the most important things in life are helping others and leaving thing better then when you found them. It’s an adventure for the ages with fierce battles, the excitement of the city and new friends. Join us for the first adventure of Three Dinos in Time. Written and narrated James Oakes.
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2021-07-2012 minDeep Forest DreamsBonnie Johnnie and The WormsThis week episode is about friendship and the discovery that happens on warm summer days. Games we learn to play and the creatures that we find and how we learn to respect them and honor them. Sometimes the smallest of beasts are the mightiest and the most worthy of honor. The same is true of our friends and family members even little sisters and brothers. Written by Jeanne Baron narrated by James Oakes
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2021-07-1209 minDeep Forest DreamsBinky The Skunk and Little BrotherThis week episode is about Binky the skunk. He envies his friend Hazel the wolf because she has so many brothers and sisters and Binky is an only child. Will Binky learn to cherish the family he has rather than a family he doesn't have? Join Binky, Benny, Hazel and all the friends in the deep forest as they celebrate summer solstice and find out the true meaning of family. Written by Yukiko Oakes and narrated by James Oakes.
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2021-07-1210 minDeep Forest DreamsBinky The Skunk and Little BrotherThis week episode is about Binky the skunk. He envies his friend Hazel the wolf because she has so many brothers and sisters and Binky is an only child. Will Binky learn to cherish the family he has rather than a family he doesn't have? Join Binky, Benny, Hazel and all the friends in the deep forest as they celebrate summer solstice and find out the true meaning of family. Written by Yukiko Oakes and narrated by James Oakes.
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2021-06-2710 minDeep Forest DreamsSol and the MoonThis week episode is about a man named Sol who lived on the moon. His job was to clean up the moon each week but he wasn't happy. His friends teach him a valuable lesson about how to be thankful and enjoy everything in life. Written by Jeanne Baron and narrated by James Oakes.
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2021-06-2106 minDeep Forest DreamsFinding Lucky FlowersThis week episode is about friendship and trust. Deep forest friends are on a mission to find a special flower to help their ailing friend. Will they find it in time? Join the friends in the Deep forest to find out! Written by Yukiko Oakes narrated by Jeanne Baron.
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2021-06-1410 minDeep Forest DreamsJamila Chinchilla, Worlds Smartest Class PetThis weeks episode is about a beloved classroom pet named Jamila Chinchilla, who teaches the kids in the classroom about how everyone can use their inner strength to be a better person. Written by Vinnie Nardiello and narrated by James Oakes.
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2021-06-0714 minDeep Forest DreamsThe Treasures of DesmondThis weeks episode is about the magical kingdoms of Desmond and Glenflesk. Two great nations who were once friends and now sworn enemies. Will they overcome their differences? Let’s find out. Written by James Oakes and narrated by Jeanne Baron.
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2021-05-3108 minDeep Forest DreamsFriends in the deep forestWelcome to Deep Forest Dreams. Here is our first story: Something unusual happened in the deep forest. The rabbit Jett found a hole on the chestnut tree. He saw someone in the hole! Jett and his friends will find out what's in there! Written by Yukiko Oakes and narrated by Jeanne Baron.
Adventurous and fun story for children age 3 and up recommended.
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2021-05-2309 min