WAOB® Audio Theatre

Short Stories by Door-to-Door Storytellers

Arts EN ↓ 209 episodes

In days of old, bards and troubadours roamed the countryside, telling their stories to anyone who wanted to hear. Today, we bring the bards’ tales to you with these intriguing stories and exciting adventures, performed for you by our own talented readers. Tune in and enjoy the story!

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WAOB® Audio Theatre

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Jun 30, 2026

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Episodes

S6E35 - The Hermit's Tale by Christopher Reibold 01.06.2021

A journey to the desert does not end the way it was intended. Albert Saenz reads this original story by Christopher Reibold.

S6E34 - The Nutty Confessor by John Wojtechko 25.05.2021

Feathers and gossip. What do they have in common? Find out in this original story written by John Wojtechko and read by Elizabeth Saenz.

S6E33 - A Man Needs His Work by Nathan B. Turner (With Sound FX) 18.05.2021

The end of one road doesn't have to be the end of your life. Listen to this story by Nathan B. Turner and read by Albert Saenz. PARENTAL GUIDANCE ADVISED

S6E32 - Be a Man by James G. Bruen, Jr. (Repost) 11.05.2021

Can friends be friends after a fight? Find out in this tale by James G. Bruen, Jr. and read by Michael Thimons. PARENTAL GUIDANCE ADVISED

S6E30 - Giant Slayer by Grettelyn Darkey (With SFX) 04.05.2021

Jack and Molly are just an ordinary elderly couple, living out their retirement in peace… or are they? Jack has a secret that he’s been keeping from Molly, for her own safety. Written by Grettelyn Darkey and read by Connor Evans. PARENTAL GUIDANCE ADVISED

S6E29 - Daughter of Siena by John Wojtechko 28.04.2021

Giving everything you have to serve those most in need can have consequences. But are they good or bad? Find out in this short story by John Wojtechko and read by Carolyn Jerz.

S6E28 - The Little Raindrop by Judy Sabo McClurkin (With SFX and Music) 26.04.2021

This allegorical tale follows the adventures of a little raindrop, as it journeys from the sky and back again. Written by Judy Sabo McClurkin and read by Julianne Bartko.

S6E27 - 14 by Grettelyn Darkey (With SFX and Music) 26.04.2021

The tasks seem insurmountable! The challenges, undefeatable! But the rewards are tremendously satisfying. Written by Grettelyn Darkey and read by Michael Marinchak. PARENTAL GUIDANCE ADVISED

S6E26 - Patrick, The Reluctant Irishman 29.03.2021

Sold as a slave in a foreign land, young Patrick is ready to despair. But God has other plans for him in this exciting adventure. Written by John Wojtechko and read by John Kenyon.

S6E25 - Valentine's Last Meal 09.02.2021

Death is waiting for a man who's crime was a deep and passionate love. But there is still time for one more great act of charity. Listen as Scott Walton read's this short story by John Wojtechko, telling the last moments of St. Valentine.

S6E24 - The Faithful Acrobat 02.02.2021

St. John Bosco's youth is captured in this short story by John Wojtechko and is read by Michael Steele.

S6E23 - The Sly Beast 02.02.2021

If temptation came in the shape of a human sized egg, could you resist touching it? Scott Walton reads this cautionary tale by Kelsey McIntyre.

S6E22 - Wish Upon a Christmas Star 29.12.2020

Hope exists for everyone, whether near or far. Listen to Scott Walton read this hope filled story by Joe Potts.

S6E21 - The Two Sides of Christmas 29.12.2020

Which side of Christmas is more important? The gifts? Or is there a more important side? Albert Saenz reads this original story by Brendan Boylan that considers the reason for the season.

S6E20 - Nicholas and the Gold Coins 02.12.2020

Ever wonder where Santa Claus came from? This story recounts one of the most famous legends of St. Nicholas, the original Santa Claus. Written by John Wojtechko and read by Jason Leikam.

S6E19 - The Golden Fish 13.11.2020

What are your true colors? Can they withstand a good spring washing? Find out what one small girl discovers with her pet fish on a morning walk to school. Shana M. Buck reads this thoughtful story by Kelsey McIntyre. Sound FX provided by Shana M. Buck.

S5E13 - Escape 16.09.2020

Anything can happen in dreams… but what if your dream is a nightmare? Follow The Wandering Man, as he navigates his way out of this terrifying dream. Written by Micaela Kreuzwieser and read by Asher Yautz. Music by John Wojtechko. PARENTAL GUIDANCE ADVISED

S6E18 - Winter Branches 15.09.2020

As a guardian angel whose charge went to Hell, Reflection is stuck. It’s been two years, but still he keeps thinking about William. Always William. He’s not sure he can ever be fruitful again. But someone else thinks he’s a fruitful branch sleeping through a winter season, and God’s about to do what God does best. Written by Jane lebak and read by Edward J. Roberts. Ambient tones by Joseph Adams....

S6E17 - Gentle Hand 14.09.2020

Sometimes, a gentle touch accomplishes more than the most eloquent words. Written by Mary Roberts Rinehart and read by Scott Walton.

S6E16 - The Coming of the King 14.09.2020

When some children hear that the king is passing by their playground, they hurry to clean it up. But they soon find out that it’s better to do nice things for their own sake than to do them just to impress someone else. Written by Laura E. Richards and read by Tony Chiappetta.

S6E15 - The Tale of Johnny Town Mouse 14.09.2020

A humble country mouse visits his friend in the loud, busy city. Written by Beatrix Potter and read by John Walker. Music by John Wojtechko.

S6E14 - The Student 14.09.2020

A student learns more about the gospel from two poor widows than from all his years of studying. Written by Anton Chekhov and translated by Vasily Lickwar. Read by Dennis Jerz.

S6E13 - The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle 14.09.2020

Join little Lucie as she helps Mrs. Tiggy-winkle, the hedgehog, deliver clean laundry to all the other woodland creatures. Written by Beatrix Potter and read by Shana M. Buck.

S6E12 - Uncle Wiggily and the Sky-Cracker 14.09.2020

Uncle Wiggily, the rabbit, has an unexpected adventure with a sky cracker. When he lands himself in trouble, he finds out that he was fortunate to make a new friend. Written by Howard R. Garis and read by Shana M. Buck.

S6E11 - The Story of Miss Moppet 14.09.2020

A little kitten and a little mouse try to outwit each other in this whimsical classic. Written by Beatrix Potter and read by Dana Rizzo.

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