The One Who Changed Everything - Stories for the Whole Family by Kim Weitkamp and Simon Brooks

Gather your family for great stories from great storytellers about the people, memories, and life-changing moments that leave a lasting influence on our lives.

(00:00) Introduction by host Sam Payne.

(01:19) "Mrs. Ort" by Kim Weitkamp. A heartfelt story about Kim's third grade teacher and the lasting impact she had on Kim's life and personal growth.

(15:11) "Friends and Influence" by Sam Payne. Sam reflects on a time he was asked to write down memories of an old friend, leading him to think deeply about the lasting influence that friend had on him.

(18:43) "The Chinaberry Tree" by Simon Brooks. A moving story about a young woman facing difficult circumstances whose life is transformed by the unexpected influence of a chinaberry tree.

Stories bring us together and the stories on The Apple Seed will spark memories that you can share with the people you love. The Apple Seed is a storytelling podcast by BYUradio and is hosted by Sam Payne.

The Apple Seed is produced by Sam Payne, Wendy Folsom, and Brian Tanner. Assistant Producers - Matthew Carr, Madie Clasby, Keri Griggs, Kay Hendrickson and Roman Russell Production - Trent Reimschussel and Kip Merrill Post Production Video Editors - Trent Woolford and Tremiti Childs. Post-Production Audio Engineers - Dan Carlisle, Aaron Findlay, and Pasen Michaelson.