The Odyssey
The Executive Producer for this episode of Walnut GroveCast is Chelsea Wafford Mark is joined by Chris Peterson to discuss
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I’ll Ride the Wind
The Executive Producer for this episode of Walnut GroveCast is Michele Ferguson Leah returns to the podcast to discuss this
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The Wedding
The Executive Producer for this episode of Walnut GroveCast is Erin McManus I’m Here! I’m Here! Looks as though Mary
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The Older Brothers
Kelly Mielke from the Dr. QuinnCast podcast returns to discuss this humorous episode. I hope you have a good time
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For The Love of Nancy
The Executive Producer of this episode of Walnut GroveCast is Andri Bjarkason Matilda Smith-Thompson returns to the podcast to
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The Hunters
The Executive Producer for this episode of Walnut GroveCast is Rebecca Harris Anne Quinn returns to the show to discuss
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Bonnetheads 17: Wagon Talks with Stacey and Maryann
Wagon Talks and Bonnetheads are back! Thank you to Stacey and Maryann for taking the time to speak with me
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LHBC – A Discussion with author, Cindy Wilson
Cindy Wilson is an author with a passion for history as well as architecture. Like many of us she discovered
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Ma’s Holiday
The Executive Producer for this episode is Cheyenne Hampton Lydia Kikuchi returns to the podcast to discuss this amazing episode!
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The Family Tree
The Executive Producer for this episode is Laura Solarin Josie is a 12 year old who has a love of
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Second Spring
The Executive Producer for this episode is Spunky Cheek Someone has spring fever! To celebrate the very first day of
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Once Upon a Time
The Executive Producer for this episode is Gini Comer Marissa Baker returns to the show to discuss this strange episode
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He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not Part 2
The Executive Producer for this episode is Aaron Wortman He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not is a very important
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He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not Part 1
The Executive Producer for this episode is Dana Wilkins He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not is a very important
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Author, Author
The Executive Producer for this episode is Kelly Mielke Matilda Smith-Thompson joins me to discuss Author, Author! We talk about
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Gambini, the Great
The Executive Producer for this episode of Walnut GroveCast is Anne Quinn Stephanie Bailey returns to the show to discuss
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New Sources Suggest Failure to Cite Source as Cause of John Jr.’s Death
Chicago, Ill.– New sources suggest that John Sanderson, Jr.’s death may have been caused by failure to properly cite a
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No Beast so Fierce
The Executive Producer for this episode of Walnut GroveCast is Megan Parker Suzann Holland returns to the show to discuss
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Tinker Jones: Single and Ready to Mingle
Looking for a date for Valentine’s Day? Let us introduce you to Walnut Grove’s most eligible bachelor, Tinker Jones! Tinker
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Mortal Mission
The Executive Producer for this episode of Walnut GroveCast is Susan King Kelly Mielke takes a break from recording Dr.
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Men will be Boys with Patrick Labyorteaux
The Executive Producer for this episode of Walnut GroveCast is Saya Ishida Patrick Labyorteaux returns to the show to review
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The Winoka Warriors
The Executive Producer for this episode of Walnut GroveCast is Chantelle Dubois Nishiyama Lydia Kikuchi returns to the show from
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An Interview with Patrick Labyorteaux!
Starting the year with a cast member interview! Patrick Labyorteaux AKA Andy Garvey visits Walnut GroveCast to talk about his
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Little Girl Lost
I was so pleased when Pamela Bob agreed to come onto the show to review an episode but what I
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Christmas at Plum Creek 2021 Roundtable Discussion!
A tradition on the podcast is an annual review of Christmas at Plum Creek! This year joining me in the
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The Pilot Movie: A Roundtable Discussion!
“Mark, When are you going to review The Pilot Movie?” Thanks to the help of Matilda Smith-Thompson, Leah Mitchell and
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The Collection
Jerry Lange from the OSI Files Podcast joins me to discuss this legendary episode with guest stars, Johnny Cash and
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Bonnetheads 15: A Discussion with the LIWLRA about Laurapalooza 2022 and more!
Laura Ingalls Wilder Legacy and Research Association is dedicated to preserving the legacy and furthering scholarship of Laura Ingalls Wilder.
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Little House Years Thanksgiving Special!
Mark is joined by Kelly Mielke and Chantelle Dubois Nishiyama to discuss this oft-forgotten Little House on the Prairie Movie!
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An Interview with Karen Grassle
Karen Grassle AKA Caroline Ingalls was kind enough to sit with Walnut GroveCast to discuss her new book, Bright Lights,
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An Interview with Karen Grassle
Karen Grassle AKA Caroline Ingalls was kind enough to sit with Walnut GroveCast to discuss her new book, Bright Lights,
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Silent Promises
Shannon Quinten joins the podcast to discuss Silent Promises! We point out how everyone likes to point their finger at
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His Father’s Son
Laura Solarin joins the show to discuss the episode, His Father’s Son! We discuss the John Jr character as well
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LHBC – A Discussion with author, Robynne Elizabeth Miller
Robynne Elizabeth Miller is an author, speaker, editor, and writing coach. Robynne has authored eight books which include “From the
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A Most Precious Gift
Wendi Lou Lee AKA Grace Ingalls joins me to review A Most Precious Gift! I was nervous about this episode
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LHBC – A Discussion with author, Kelly Kathleen Ferguson
Kelly Kathleen Ferguson wrote the book, My Life as Laura which is a wonderful story about Kelly’s time visiting each
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To See the World
The end of Summer has arrived and so have the weekly episodes of Walnut GroveCast! This summer I released a
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Circus Man
Chantelle Dubois Nishiyama returns to the show to discuss this heartbreaking episode about the power of belief in adults and
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Darkness Is My Friend
Susan King returns to Walnut GroveCast to help me review and discuss this memorable and dramatic episode. There is a
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LHBC – A Discussion with author, Annette Whipple
Annette Whipple has written The Laura Ingalls Wilder Companion: A Chapter-by-Chapter Guide and is releasing a new book entitled Scurry!
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Money Crop
Kelly Mielke returns to Walnut GroveCast to help me tackle this episode about taking chances. We discuss how Charles is
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LHBC – A Discussion with Barbara Walker, The author of The Little House Cookbook!
In this episode I interviewed the amazing Barbara M. Walker who wrote the ubiquitous Little House Cookbook! I love Barbara
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Someone Please Love Me
Suzann Holland returns to the show to discuss this strange and uncomfortable episode about family and guilt. Charles is really
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School Mom
Whitney Griggs joins me in this episode about a shy student who wants to learn and how adults can sometimes
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LHBC – A Discussion with Charlotte Stewart
I had the pleasure of interviewing Charlotte Stewart awhile back. Charlotte Stewart is of course most famous for her role
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Dance With Me
Lydia Kikuchi joins me to discuss this beloved episode! “Charles and Jonathan are picking up a freight delivery for Mr.
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Home Again Part 2 *FIXED
Kelly Mielke joins me to tackle this highly requested episode! It’s a marathon recording so put on your most comfortable
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Home Again Part 2
Kelly Mielke joins me to tackle this highly requested episode! It’s a marathon recording so put on your most comfortable
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Home Again Part 1
Kelly Mielke joins me to tackle this highly requested episode! It’s a marathon recording so put on your most comfortable
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LHBC – A Discussion with Author R. Lee Ingalls
R. Lee Ingalls is part of the famous family Laura Ingalls Wilder wrote about in her series of beloved books.
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Portrait of Love
I am joined in this review by Stephanie Bailey! We had a great time discussing all the strange storylines and
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Growin’ Pains
I am joined in this review by Jeanie Mitchell! We have a great time talking about this episode that works
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LHBC – A Discussion with Author Annette Whipple
Annette Whipple celebrates curiosity and inspires a sense of wonder in young readers while exciting them about science and history.
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The Werewolf of Walnut Grove
Kelly Mielke returns to Walnut GroveCast to help me break down this crazy episode! many of you may already know
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LHBC – Ketty Lester’s New Book!
Episode 136 I had the honor of speaking with Ketty a couple weeks ago. It was truly one of my
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At the End of the Rainbow
J-Jaye Hurley joins me to discuss what we both agreed was one of our favorite and most memorable episodes from
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LHBC – Alicia Murphy, Author of Walnut Grove Hits Home
Alicia Murphy took the time to come onto The Little House Book Club to discuss her love of Little House
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Troublemaker
Brandon joins me to discuss this unforgettable and sometimes shocking episode in which Mr. Applewood comes to town to replace
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Eat Sh!t – Love, Victor! A Message from Victor French
Victor Edwin French (December 4, 1934 – June 15, 1989) died 32 years ago today at the age of 54.
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LHBC – Wendy McClure, Author of The Wilder Life
I was so delighted when Wendy agreed to come onto my show for a discussion about her book! The problem
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Sins of the Fathers
Matilda Smith-Thompson joins me to discuss this truly great episode! These ‘newer’ episodes are often overlooked but I cannot recommend
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LHBC – A Discussion with Bryan Renfro
Bryan Renfro has had a very exciting and active career in film and television as a stuntman on such films
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A Perfect Episode! 100 Mile Walk
Episode 2 100 Mile Walk is one of the first early episodes I remember having a lasting effect on me.
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A Harvest of Friends (rerelease)
Episode 1 A Harvest of Friends is an extremely memorable episode for so many! Chris Hasler and I discuss this
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LHBC – Little House in the Big Woods Discussion Part 3
I am joined for the FINAL part of the pilot episode of The Little House Book Club by some truly
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For My Lady
Episode 139 Cheyenne Hampton joins me to talk about lots of ferns, widows, Caroline’s jealousy and all types of great
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Sneak Peek: The Bonnetheads Podcast!
Episode 138 The Bonnetheads Podcast will be officially released in the next 2 weeks! In this very first episode of
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The Creeper of Walnut Grove
Episode 137 Leah Mitchell returns the show to discuss this MAYBE Halloween episode! Thank you so much Leah – it
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LHBC – Little House in the Big Woods Discussion Part 2
*Apple Podcasts is not allowing new podcast submissions at the moment because of their upgrade of Podcast Connect. The podcast
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LHBC – Little House in the Big Woods Discussion Part 1
*Apple Podcasts is not allowing new podcast submissions at the moment because of their upgrade of Podcast Connect. The podcast
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The Little House Book Club Teaser
The Little House Book Club has a single goal: to discuss all of the literature associated with Laura Ingalls Wilder!
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An Interview with Ketty Lester AKA Hester Sue Terhune!
Episode 136 I had the honor of speaking with Ketty a couple weeks ago. It was truly one of my
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The Spring Dance
Episode 135 Chantelle joins me to discuss this remarkably sweet and fun episode about LOVE! “Caroline is puzzled when
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Wagon Talks: Episode 7
Episode 134 In this episode of Wagon Talks we talk to Cheyenne and Marissa! Cheyenne talks about how she played
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The Third Miracle
Episode 133 Kim Layer returns to discuss this episode which starts out pretty lighthearted. In this episode we have Pranks
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Wagon Talks: Episode 6
Episode 131 In this episode of Wagon Talks we talk to 12 year old listener Josie as well as with
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The Rivals
Episode 130 Kelly joins me to tackle The Rivals! This is a LONG ONE! Kelly and I can really talk
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Wagon Talks: Episode 5
Episode 129 In this episode of Wagon Talks we talk to 11 year old listener Emma and her mother, Rebecca!
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Wagon Talks: Episode 4
Episode 128 In this episode of Wagon Talks we talk to Whitney and Brandon! I don’t know about all of
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Wagon Talks: Episode 3
Episode 127 In this episode of Wagon Talks we talk to J-Jaye and Shannon! I don’t know about all of
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Fight Team Fight!
Episode 126 Vanessa Cashman joins me to unravel this surprisingly good episode! I hope you like it as much as
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Ingalls on the Prairie: An Interview with R. Lee Ingalls
Episode 125 R. Lee Ingalls is part of the famous family Laura Ingalls Wilder wrote about in her series of
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For the Love of Blanche
Episode 124 Kim Layer joins me to review one of the most difficult and strange episodes in the Little House
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Family Quarrel
Episode 123 The man who is bringing Little House on the Prairie to a new generation on TikTok joins me
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Wagon Talks: Episode 2
Episode 122 In this episode we get a sneak peak into the life of a homesteader who cooked “30 Days
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The Faith Healer
Episode 121 Before I get into this episode description I want to just say thank you to everyone who sent
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Freedom Flight
Episode 120 Matt Mercier joins me to tackle this often forgotten episode of Little House on the Prairie! Thank you
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Wagon Talks: Episode 1
Episode 119 I have had a lot of ideas about how to expand Walnut GroveCast and 2021 is going to
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Christmas at Plum Creek Roundtable!
Episode 118 Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all of you! In this episode we revisit the episode Christmas at Plum
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Episode 117 Kim Layer joins me for a very special Hanukkah Episode! We discuss all types of crazy things in
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To Run and Hide
Episode 116 Kelly Mielke returns to discuss this dark and poignant episode about regret and giving up! I think I can
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A couple changes AND a gift is on the way for Patreon supporters!
Hey all! In the past 6 months we have released 24 weekly episodes but will be returning to a bi-weekly
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An Interview with Historian Sarah Uthoff from Trundlebed Tales
Episode 115 I hope you enjoy this interview I did with Sarah Uthoff who is the host of Trundlebed Tales!
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An Interview with Annette Whipple – author of The Laura Ingalls Wilder Companion
Episode 114 Annette Whipple celebrates curiosity and inspires a sense of wonder in young readers while exciting them about science
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Highway to Heaven: I Was a Middle-Aged Werewolf
Episode 113 Many of you may know that Leah Mitchell and I have launched a podcast named, RetroTV which reviews
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