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Episode 54 | Letting Go: What Forgiveness Means

Explore forgiveness with kids through stories, movement, and world traditions. This Faithfully Explore! episode helps children understand how letting go of anger can make their hearts feel lighter and friendships stronger. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 24 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek Release Date June 11, 2026
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Episode 53 | Stories That Shape Us: The Tiny Hero of the Emerald Forest

A tiny parrot named Pip shows kids that even the smallest brave actions can make a big difference in this Faithfully Explore story about courage, kindness, and helping others. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 10 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek Release Date June 4, 2026
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Episode 52 | Stories that Shape Us: The Courage of the Empty Pot

Join Faithfully Explore! for “The Courage of the Empty Pot,” a kid-friendly story from ancient China about Ping, honesty, courage, and telling the truth even when it feels hard. Perfect for families exploring character, bravery, and values together. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 16 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek Release Date…
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Episode 51 | Stories That Shape Us: The Very First Spider

Explore the Greek myth of Arachne, the very first spider, in this kid-friendly Faithfully Explore episode about talent, pride, humility, and kindness. Through storytelling, movement, and a Belief Backpack challenge, children learn that being talented is wonderful—but using your gifts to lift others up is even better. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length…
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Episode 50 | Stories That Shape Us: The Lost Sheep

A kid-friendly retelling of the Lost Sheep story that helps children understand that everyone matters, nobody is forgotten, and even one person is worth searching for. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 17 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek Release Date May 14, 2026
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Episode 49 | Stories That Shape Us: Ganesha’s Race Around the World

Join Faithfully Explore! as we journey into a playful and meaningful Hindu tale about Ganesha and his clever race around the world. This engaging episode teaches kids ages 5–12 about wisdom, family, and kindness through storytelling, movement, and interactive fun. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 12 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek…
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Episode 48 | Stories That Shape Us: Why the Tortoise’s Shell Is Cracked

Step into the vibrant storytelling tradition of Yorubaland in this engaging Faithfully Explore! episode, “Why the Tortoise’s Shell Is Cracked.” Join Laura as young listeners travel to West Africa to hear the clever—but cautionary—tale of Ìjàpá the tortoise, whose love of food leads him to trick his bird friends and learn a hard lesson about…
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Episode 47 | Whispers of the Kami: Exploring Shinto Traditions in Japan

Explore the beauty of Shinto through a kid-friendly journey into nature, kindness, and respect in this Faithfully Explore! episode, “Whispers of the Kami.” Discover how seeing the world as alive with spirit can inspire empathy, curiosity, and a deeper connection to the world around us. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 21…
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Episode 46 | The Night the House Came Alive: A Tsukumogami Tale of Gratitude

Step into a magical Japanese folktale where forgotten objects come to life! In this episode of Faithfully Explore, kids learn about tsukumogami, the meaning of mottainai, and how caring for our belongings can spark gratitude, respect, and a little everyday magic. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 13 mins Host 🎙️ Laura…
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Episode 45 | Secret Passwords of the Earth: Becoming a Global Guardian

Join Faithfully Explore as kids discover how cultures around the world care for the Earth. From Kaitiaki to Tikkun Olam, this episode teaches simple, meaningful ways children can become everyday guardians of our planet. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 20 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek Release Date April 9, 2026
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Episode 44 | Raven and the Tides: The Story That Set the Ocean Free

Discover the Tsimshian legend of Raven and the tides in this engaging Faithfully Explore episode. Kids and families learn how the ocean began to move as they explore themes of sharing, creativity, and respect for nature through story and imagination. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 9 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek…
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Episode 43 | Before the Easter Bunny: The Real Story of Eggs, Rabbits, and Spring

Discover the surprising history of the Easter Bunny! In this kid-friendly episode, we explore how rabbits, eggs, and spring traditions came together: from ancient symbols to the German Osterhase to modern Easter celebrations. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 25 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek Release Date March 26, 2026
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Episode 42 | From Sunrise to Sunset: Exploring Ramadan and Eid

Explore Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr in this kid-friendly episode of Faithfully Explore! Learn about fasting, prayer, generosity, and celebration through engaging storytelling that helps children understand Muslim traditions and values. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 15 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek Release Date March 19, 2026
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Episode 41 | Green Tara: The Mother of Compassion

Explore the inspiring story of Tara, the Mother of Compassion, in this Faithfully Explore episode. Through storytelling, imagination, and interactive moments, kids learn how compassion means noticing when someone is hurting—and taking one brave step closer to help. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 23 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek Release Date…
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Episode 40 | Belief Backpack Heroes: Dalai Lama- The Laughing Monk

Why does the Dalai Lama giggle so much—even after facing exile from Tibet? In this playful Faithfully Explore episode, kids discover how laughter, mindfulness, and compassion turn hard moments into joy through stories, games, and heartwarming “Belief Backpack” lessons. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 13 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek Release…
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Episode 43 | Before the Easter Bunny: The Real Story of Eggs, Rabbits, and Spring

Discover the surprising history of the Easter Bunny! In this kid-friendly episode, we explore how rabbits, eggs, and spring traditions came together: from ancient symbols to the German Osterhase to modern Easter celebrations. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 25 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek Release Date March 26, 2026
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Episode 41 | Green Tara: The Mother of Compassion

Explore the inspiring story of Tara, the Mother of Compassion, in this Faithfully Explore episode. Through storytelling, imagination, and interactive moments, kids learn how compassion means noticing when someone is hurting—and taking one brave step closer to help. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 23 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek Release Date…
