Tell Me An Old Captain Story!

About Tell Me An Old Captain Story!

Hi, my name is Bert Rock, and I am the creator of this podcast, which is a storytelling time for kids. It all started back during the pandemic, when we were all getting locked down, quarantined, wearing masks and washing our groceries. My best friends had a five year old son named Simon at the time, and a baby, Miles who was about a year old then. They were working from home, schooling from home and going bonkers from home. I lived a mile away did what I could to help out by taking Miles for walks in his stroller on my lunch breaks. After work, I'd take Simon to the pool in that crazy and challenging summer of 2020, and it was there that these stories were born. Simon and I had been playing pirates and sea monsters at the pool one day when he got tired of splashing around and asked me to tell him a story. That day, I made up a story on the spot, with a character I called, "Old Captain," and now, every day since, Simon and his brother Miles will say to me, "Tell me an Old Captain story!" So here we are. My goal is to have a new episode every week, though sometimes I may not, but rest assured, I am always working on original stories filled with whimsy, weirdness and fun, like the ones I tell Simon and Miles. I Hope you enjoy! If you enjoy the show please consider donating by tapping the link below. Thank you! If you enjoy this podcast, check out my middle grade fantasy book, Simon & the Story Forge on Amazon and Kindle. https://a.co/d/06bWUlUz https://www.paypal.com/donate/?business=4HABH3G8NAHME&no_recurring=0&item_name=Love+these+stories?+Your+support+keeps+us+ad-free+and+helps+us+grow.+Tap+the+link+in+our+bio+to+keep+the+show+going%21&currency_code=USD

Publisher

Bert Rock

Category

kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 May 2025

Latest episode

30 Sept 2025

Latest episodes

16 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   30 Sept 2025

   Old Captain and The Legend of The Blue Bear (part 2)

   If you like the stories please drop a line and say hello! Simon quickly learns that strength isn’t noise or muscle—it’s care, patience, and the courage to build light when night presses in. Let me know what you think or connect on BlueSky Social! https://bsky.app/profile/bertrock4.bsky.social

2. 

   22 Sept 2025

   Old Captain and The Legend of The Blue Bear (part 1)

   If you like the stories please drop a line and say hello! Old Captain, Simon, and Miles embark on a hiking adventure to discover the legends of Blue Bear Mountain, where ancient folklore suggests the mountain might actually be a giant hibernating bear. Let me know what you think or connect on BlueSky Social! https://bsky.app/profile/bertrock4.bsky.social

3. 

   15 Sept 2025

   Old Captain and The Lady in The Seashell (part 2)

   If you like the stories please drop a line and say hello! Old Captain makes an unlikely friend in captivity. Meanwhile, in her shell prison, Meredril has discovered an unexpected freedom through dance and creates her own music with her voice echoing through the spiraling walls. Let me know what you think or connect on BlueSky Social! https://bsky.app/profile/bertrock4.bsky.social

4. 

   8 Sept 2025

   Old Captain and The Lady in The Seashell (part 1)

   If you like the stories please drop a line and say hello! A mysterious shop, a beautiful voice trapped in a seashell, and a love story that defies nature itself. When Old Captain stumbles upon "Worldly Wares and Wiles," he discovers more than dusty relics and ancient artifacts—he finds a tale that will consume him completely. Let me know what you think or connect on BlueSky Social! https://bsky.app/profile/bertrock4.bsky.social

5. 

   7 Jul 2025

   Old Captain and Eel of the Moon

   Old Captain befriends an otherworldly being, offering a unique perspective as he concludes season one in this episode.

6. 

   30 Jun 2025

   Old Captain and The Wolf of Winter

   Old Captain shares a story about helping a forest friend find their way home, offering a heartwarming tale of friendship and guidance.

7. 

   23 Jun 2025

   Old Captain and the Curse of The Man-Fish (part 4)

   The episode concludes the tale of the Curse of the Man-Fish, offering a resolution to the saga.

8. 

   16 Jun 2025

   Old Captain and the Curse of The Man-Fish (part 3)

   Old Captain encounters the Heart of the River thief, as Miles uses magic, in this episode.

9. 

   9 Jun 2025

   Old Captain and The Curse of The Man-Fish (part 2)

   Old Captain and Miles explore the ongoing quest to assist the Man-Fish, delving into the mysteries and challenges they face together in part two.

10. 

    2 Jun 2025

    Old Captain and The Curse of The Man-Fish (part 1)

    Old Captain and Miles encounter a mysterious man seeking assistance, beginning an adventure with unforeseen consequences.

11. 

    26 May 2025

    Old Captain and The Narwhalian Knight

    Old Captain recounts a tale of encountering new and exciting acquaintances in the Arctic, offering listeners an imaginative adventure.

12. 

    19 May 2025

    Old Captain and The Deep Sea Dunk (part 2)

    Old Captain and his friends help a sea creature and play a game of deep sea basketball! Send us a text Let me know what you think or connect on BlueSky Social! https://bsky.app/profile/bertrock4.bsky.social

13. 

    12 May 2025

    Old Captain and The Deep Sea Dunk (part 1)

    Old Captain, Simon and his little brother Miles discover some sea creatures up to a very interesting game. Send us a text

14. 

    4 May 2025

    Old Captain and The Tarantula Hawk

    Old Captain and his friend Simon make some very unusual friends. Send us a text

15. 

    4 May 2025

    Old Captain and The Albatross King

    A follow up to the first story, this is where Old Captain meets his new friend, the Albatross King! Send us a text

16. 

    4 May 2025

    Old Captain and The Golden Tooth

    This is the very first Old Captain story I ever told the (then) five year old Simon. Now, five years and hundreds of stories later I am sharing this for other kids to enjoy! Thanks for listening! Send us a text

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 36 / 100

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Quality

59

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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