Blindman Makes Stories

What happens when twelve fearless doughballs hurl themselves down the steepest hill in Crumbly Hill? Absolute rolling chaos! Welcome to the very first  Doughball Derby , where flour flies, butter bends prove slippery, commentators lose their composure, and only the bravest (or luckiest) doughball will reach the bottom first. Meet nervous newcomer  Dennis Dough , determined  Sally Sourdough , elega...

This story was inspired by something that happened to me often with Jakcson my previous guide dog. A mysterious adventure ticket. A hidden gateway between worlds. One very professional guide dog... and one tiny creature with a nose for mischief. Deep beneath the clouds, in the secret world of Rumbly Bottom, the Little Fart-Hound discovers a ticket that leads him on his biggest adventure yet. Float...

Welcome to Fluffwood Hollow. Hidden beyond the sugar mist and peppermint grass lies a magical place where fairycakes have wings of frosting and sugar, glowing Jellybees drift through the air, and every path seems to lead to a new adventure. Join Frostina Glacé as she explores her new home and meets the fairycakes who call Fluffwood Hollow home, including shy Cherry Tumble, mischievous Rolo Ripple,...

Welcome to The Fruit Salad Olympics. Across the colourful lands of Fructoria, athletes from every corner of the fruit world gather to compete in the greatest sporting event ever held. From daring races and unexpected rivalries to ancient mysteries hidden beneath the tracks themselves, the Fruit Salad Olympics is a celebration of friendship, determination, and a little bit of fruity chaos. Join Ban...

Before he was known as The Rogue Raspberry, he was simply Ronnie Raspberry. A young runner with a dream. In the bustling fruit kingdom of Fructoria, race day is more than a sporting event – it is a celebration of history, pride, and ambition. Among the cheering crowds and shining stadiums, Ronnie trains quietly, hoping that one day his name might be remembered alongside the great champions of the...

It starts with a simple question. A perfectly reasonable question. Why do sprouts make me fart? As Oliver wonders this during a walk down the street, he soon discovers he's not alone. Across town, teachers, office workers, dog walkers, and even Mrs Patterson with her cup of tea are all asking exactly the same thing. A light-hearted comedy about curiosity, sprouts, and one of life's most pu...

What should have been a perfectly ordinary morning quickly turns into a full-scale canine mystery when a very important pair of trousers suddenly disappears. The chief suspect? Indy, a fox red Labrador with a wagging tail, a mischievous grin, and absolutely no plans to return his prize. As the chase winds its way through the house and garden, every clue seems to lead back to one determined dog who...

Hello everybody. A strange little creature has appeared in the world of Blindman Makes… A tiny monster made entirely from unfinished ideas, half-told tales, scribbled notes, lost endings, and runaway imagination. Warm, whimsical, and filled with storytelling magic, The Little Story Monster is a gentle fantasy tale about creativity, imagination, and the adventures hiding inside forgotten stories. F...

In today’s Blindman Makes story, we step into The Donut Dimension for the very first time. Meet Norman — a plain ring donut living a peaceful life in Gloria’s Bakery, until strange things begin appearing after closing time. Flickers of light. Unexplained sounds. And something moving beyond the glaze… What follows is the beginning of a strange and sugary adventure into a world far bigger than Norma...

Sometimes all you want is a quiet seaside lunch… a bench overlooking the waves, a warm bag of chips, and a few peaceful minutes by the sea. Unfortunately, the seagulls have other ideas. Join Blindman Makes for a funny seaside story filled with salt, vinegar, suspiciously organised seagulls, and one increasingly desperate attempt to protect a perfectly good lunch. Featuring musical stings and the o...

A gentle introduction to the world of The Mushroom Men of Misilanina. In this episode, take a quiet walk through the forest and meet some of its most curious inhabitants, including Shiitake, Portobello, Chanterelle, and Button. Offering a first glimpse into a magical forest where not everything is quite as it seems — and where many more adventures are still to come. Follow the podcast for new stor...

What starts as a perfectly ordinary morning quickly turns into something… rather less ordinary. Percy P. Wobbleton is a respectable man with an important meeting to attend.
Calm, composed, and always in control… or so he believes. But when a small and very inconvenient problem begins to follow him through his day, Percy finds himself doing everything he can to keep up appearances — with increasing...

In this one-off Blindman Makes story, Sir Dunkalot shares a tale that’s a little bit crunchy… and a little bit confessional. After returning home from a gig, he finds crumbs on his jacket and questions on his mind — and a familiar temptation calling from the biscuit tin. With Biggie quietly watching, Indy nearby, and Jackson never too far from the warmth of the Aga, Sir Dunkalot must face the trut...

Welcome to a deliciously dramatic Blindman Makes story… Crust and Crumbs: The Musical is a playful, music-filled tale set in a world where baked goods have big personalities, bold dreams, and even bigger rivalries. When a proud Pork Pie and a sweet but determined Jam Tart find themselves caught between tradition and temptation, sparks begin to fly. With catchy songs, cheeky humour, and a sprinkle...

In the quiet village of Butterbottom, scones are more than just something to eat… they are a way of life. But not all scones see eye to eye. On one side are the bold and savoury cheese scones. On the other are the sweet and charming fruit scones. For generations, they have never shared a plate. Until one unexpected moment changes everything. A warm, light-hearted story about rivalry, curiosity, an...

A Little Fart Monsters story from the Blindman Makes collection. Toot Toot is small, kind, and just a little bit cheeky. But when he floats into school one morning, he quickly discovers that quiet places don’t always stay quiet… Set in a very serious school assembly, this playful story follows Toot Toot as he tries his very best not to cause any trouble at all. A warm, funny tale for listeners of...