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Bedtime Stories with R.A. Spratt

NewFriday Barnes and the Case of the Christmas PinataNovember 10, 2026 · 21 min
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About the podcast

This is a weekly podcast of funny stories for kids. There are side-splitting versions of my own fractured fairy tales. Also short stories from some of my best-selling books, featuring characters from 'The Adventures of Nanny Piggins' and 'Friday Barnes, Girl Detective'. The stories are perfect for bedtime, long car rides or even if you're just stuck waiting a really long time at the doctor's office. They're written for 7-11 year olds but these are tales the whole family can enjoy. The silliness is ageless. I hope you enjoy listening to this as much as I enjoy recording it. After years of being a children's author, typing away in my office with only my goldfish for company, I was bursting to tell my stories out-loud and with lots of silly voices! So please - sit back, get comfy and enjoy some amazing, some silly and some just plain ludicous tales direct from my imagination to you.

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Episodes 409

  1. Friday Barnes and the Case of the Christmas Pinata

    21 minSeason 18 · Episode 20

    It's the first night of Mexico City's Las Posadas Christmas festival, and Friday Barnes is chasing Ian Wainscott through an art gallery as he tries to steal a painting. Will she catch up to him? Does …

  2. Bonus Episode - 'Rama and the Unbendable Bow' as told by Nanny Piggins - Diwali rerun

    22 minSeason 18Bonus

    I'm rerunning this episode because it's Diwali this week. I know this isn't quite the same story as Diwali, but it's about Rama and it's the start of his epic tale that ends up with the …

  3. 'Odysseys and the Final Trick' as told by Nanny Piggins

    27 minSeason 18 · Episode 15

    In the final days of the Trojan War, Odysseus has her most ingenius idea ever - the Trojan Pig! Unfortunately, when it's built it doesn't look like a pig it looks like a horse. 'The Nanny Piggins …

  4. 'Odysseus and the Luck of Troy' as told by Nanny Piggins

    18 minSeason 18 · Episode 14

    Having killed all the great Trojan heroes - Paris, Hector, the Queen of the Amazons etc - there is one thing left for the Greek army to do before they can overrun the city. They must steal the Luck of Troy …

  5. Friday Barnes and the Case of the Missing Homework + Q&A LIVE at the CWF

    33 minSeason 18 · Episode 13

    This is me performing 'Friday Barnes and the Case of the Missing Homework' as well as answering questions from the audience when I was at the Canberra Writers' Festival performing in the National …

  6. 'Paris is such a rotter' as told by Nanny Piggins

    18 minSeason 18 · Episode 12

    Having just killed Achilles, Paris thinks he is on top of the world. But one dreadful mistake later and he is on a slippery slope to his doom. He may be able to slay the greatest Greek warrior of all time but …

  7. 'Ajax goes Berserk' as told by Nanny Piggins

    23 minSeason 18 · Episode 11

    Nanny Piggins continues the story of the Trojan War, she's up to the bit where Ajax goes berserk and the hero with the stinky foot returns.'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas' and …

  8. Nanny Piggins and the Duel at Dead Man's Gorge

    24 minSeason 18 · Episode 10

    I have been on tour for the release of Friday Barnes 14 for the last two weeks. I ran out of time to write and record a fresh episode for this week so I'm dropping a rerun of one of my all time favourite …

  9. Friday Barnes and the Case of the Radioactive Hair

    22 minSeason 18 · Episode 9

    My new book FRIDAY BARNES 14, NOTHING TO LOSE came out this week so I've recorded the first two chapters for the podcast. It's a mini-mystery so even if you've never read any Friday Barnes before …

  10. 'Achilles vs the Amazon Queen' as told by Nanny Piggins

    23 minSeason 18 · Episode 8

    Nanny Piggins continues the story of the Trojan War. She picks up after the death of Hector, when the Amazon army turns up unexpectedly and Achilles volunteers to yet again save the day.'The Nanny Piggins …

  11. Friday Barnes and the Case of the Prodigal Dad

    27 minSeason 18 · Episode 7

    When Mr Wainscott turns up at Highcrest Academy to reclaim Ian, Friday is suspicious. Can she get to the bottom of it before her on again off again boyfrienemy is whisked away to the Cayman Islands?'The …

  12. 'The Revenge of Achilles' as told by Nanny Piggins

    18 minSeason 18 · Episode 6

    Achilles is very upset that Hector killed his cousin, and he is determined to get revenge.'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas' and 'Friday Barnes 6, Danger Ahead' are now …

  13. The Elephant's Child

    25 minSeason 18 · Episode 5

    I'm a bit sick, so to give myself a chance to rest, I've recorded a classic story by Rudyard Kipling. 'The Elephant's Child' was a favourite of mine when I was little. My Mum used to …

  14. 'Achilles and the Lookelike' as told by Nanny Piggins

    18 minSeason 18 · Episode 4

    When things go wrong for the Greeks on the battlefield it's time to bring out the big guns, but when Achilles has sworn a vow to not help, the next best thing is a lookelike.'The Nanny Piggins Guide …

  15. Friday Barnes and the Case at the Embassy

    19 minSeason 18 · Episode 3

    When Friday is stuck in transit at Geneva airport, she makes a deal with the Swiss authorities. She'll solve their robbery in exchange for a passport.'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering …

  16. 'The Battle Resumes and Odysseus Sneaks About' as told by Nanny Piggins

    19 minSeason 18 · Episode 2

    Nanny Piggins continues to tell her version of the story of the Trojan War, in this episode the battle stops for the night, giving cunning Odysseus the chance to get up to some cunning mischief.'The Nanny …

  17. 'The Battle of the Husbands' as told by Nanny Piggins

    28 minSeason 18 · Episode 1

    Nanny Piggins resumes her telling of the Trojan War, this week she reveals what happened with King Menelaus (Helen of Troy's first husband) and Prince Paris (Helen of Troy's second husband) faced off …

  18. 'Macbeth' as told by Nanny Piggins - Holiday Rerun

    24 minSeason 17 · Episode 4

    I'm on holiday so I'm replaying some of my favourite episodes until I get back.'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas' and 'Friday Barnes 6, Danger Ahead' are now …

    Show notes

    I'm on holiday so I'm replaying some of my favourite episodes until I get back.

    'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas' and 'Friday Barnes 6, Danger Ahead' are now available as audiobooks.

    If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe!

    Support the show

    To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2

    To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt

    To book a ticket to a live show use this link... https://raspratt.com/live-shows/

  19. 'The True History of Pigthagorus' as told by Nanny Piggins - Holiday Rerun

    21 minSeason 17 · Episode 3

    I'm on holiday for July, so I'm rerunning some of my favourite episodes until I get back.'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas' and 'Friday Barnes 6, Danger Ahead' are …

    Show notes

    I'm on holiday for July, so I'm rerunning some of my favourite episodes until I get back.

    'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas' and 'Friday Barnes 6, Danger Ahead' are now available as audiobooks.

    If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe!

    Support the show

    To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2

    To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt

    To book a ticket to a live show use this link... https://raspratt.com/live-shows/

  20. 'The Legend of the Giant's Causeway' as told by Nanny Piggins - Holiday Rerun

    21 minSeason 17 · Episode 2

    I'm on holiday so I'm replaying some of my favourite episodes. I hope you like this one. 'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas' and 'Friday Barnes 6, Danger Ahead' are …

    Show notes

    I'm on holiday so I'm replaying some of my favourite episodes. I hope you like this one.

    'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas' and 'Friday Barnes 6, Danger Ahead' are now available as audiobooks.

    If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe!

    Support the show

    To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2

    To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt

    To book a ticket to a live show use this link... https://raspratt.com/live-shows/

  21. 'The Story of Johnny Appleseed' as told by Nanny Piggins - Holiday Rerun

    19 minSeason 17 · Episode 1

    I'm on my mid winter holiday so I'm replaying this episode, because it's one of my favourites.'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas' and 'Friday Barnes 6, Danger …

    Show notes

    I'm on my mid winter holiday so I'm replaying this episode, because it's one of my favourites.

    'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas' and 'Friday Barnes 6, Danger Ahead' are now available as audiobooks.

    If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe!

    Support the show

    To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2

    To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt

    To book a ticket to a live show use this link... https://raspratt.com/live-shows/

  22. 'Achilles and the Big Sulky Tantrum' as told by Nanny Piggins

    23 minSeason 16 · Episode 19

    Nanny Piggins continues with the story of the Trojan War, explaining the importance of childish behaviour in the progress of the military campaign.'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas' and …

  23. The Epically Awesome Odyssey as told by Nanny Piggins - First Chapters

    30 minSeason 16 · Episode 19

    To celebrate the release of my new book 'The Epically Awesome Odyssey, as told by Nanny Piggins' this weeks episode is a recording of the dedication, introduction and first chapter from the book. This …

  24. 'The First Day of the Trojan War' as told by Nanny Piggins

    23 minSeason 16 · Episode 18

    Nanny Piggins tells the story of what really happened when the first Greek soldier set foot on the shore of Troy. Her distant relative, Odysseus was involved so it did not go as expected.'The Nanny Piggins …

    Show notes

    Nanny Piggins tells the story of what really happened when the first Greek soldier set foot on the shore of Troy. Her distant relative, Odysseus was involved so it did not go as expected.

    'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas' and 'Friday Barnes 6, Danger Ahead' are now available as audiobooks.

    If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe!

    Support the show

    To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2

    To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt

    To book a ticket to a live show use this link... https://raspratt.com/live-shows/

  25. The Legend of Ned Kelly as told by Nanny Piggins

    21 minSeason 16 · Episode 17

    When Michael learns about bushrangers at school, Nanny Piggins is shocked to learn that her distant relative, Ned Kelly is only remembered as a bushranger, so she tells the children what really …

    Show notes

    When Michael learns about bushrangers at school, Nanny Piggins is shocked to learn that her distant relative, Ned Kelly is only remembered as a bushranger, so she tells the children what really happened.

    'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas' and 'Friday Barnes 6, Danger Ahead' are now available as audiobooks.

    If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe!

    Support the show

    To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2

    To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt

    To book a ticket to a live show use this link... https://raspratt.com/live-shows/

  26. 'The Legend of Dracula' as told by Nanny Piggins

    23 minSeason 16 · Episode 16

    Nanny Piggins explains the origin of vampire mythology, and how it involved a distant relative of hers.'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas' and 'Friday Barnes 6, Danger Ahead&apos …

  27. How Nanny Piggins and Boris First Met - Part 2

    18 minSeason 16 · Episode 15

    This is a reading from my book 'Nanny Piggins and the Origin Story'. It tells the story of how she first met her brother, Boris when he was a tiny bear cub, newly kidnapped by the Ringmaster.'The …

    Show notes

    This is a reading from my book 'Nanny Piggins and the Origin Story'. It tells the story of how she first met her brother, Boris when he was a tiny bear cub, newly kidnapped by the Ringmaster.

    'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas' and 'Friday Barnes 6, Danger Ahead' are now available as audiobooks.

    If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe!

    Support the show

    To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2

    To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt

    To book a ticket to a live show use this link... https://raspratt.com/live-shows/

  28. How Nanny Piggins and Boris First Met - Part 1

    18 minSeason 16 · Episode 14

    This is a reading from my book 'Nanny Piggins and the Origin Story', telling the story of how Nanny Piggins and Boris the Ballet Dancing Bear first met. If you like it the whole books is available as …

    Show notes

    This is a reading from my book 'Nanny Piggins and the Origin Story', telling the story of how Nanny Piggins and Boris the Ballet Dancing Bear first met. If you like it the whole books is available as an audiobook through all the usual audiobook platforms.

    'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas' and 'Friday Barnes 6, Danger Ahead' are now available as audiobooks.

    If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe!

    Support the show

    To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2

    To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt

    To book a ticket to a live show use this link... https://raspratt.com/live-shows/

  29. 'Samson and Delilah' as told by Nanny Piggins

    20 minSeason 16 · Episode 14

    When the children's school friend, Samson Wallace gets an unfortunate haircut, Nanny Piggins tells them the story of the original Samson from the Ancient Mythology Days and how her own relative played a …

    Show notes

    When the children's school friend, Samson Wallace gets an unfortunate haircut, Nanny Piggins tells them the story of the original Samson from the Ancient Mythology Days and how her own relative played a part in his downfall.

    'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas' and 'Friday Barnes 6, Danger Ahead' are now available as audiobooks.

    If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe!

    Support the show

    To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2

    To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt

    To book a ticket to a live show use this link... https://raspratt.com/live-shows/

  30. 'The Legend of Bigfoot' as told by Nanny Piggins

    23 minSeason 16 · Episode 13

    When Boris comes home in tears because a six year old mistook him for Bigfoot, Nanny Piggins explains the connection between the infamous Abominable Snowman and the early attempts to climb Mount Everest …

    Show notes

    When Boris comes home in tears because a six year old mistook him for Bigfoot, Nanny Piggins explains the connection between the infamous Abominable Snowman and the early attempts to climb Mount Everest. Spoiler alert - one of her distant relatives is involved.

    'The Nanny Piggins Guide to Conquering Christmas' and 'Friday Barnes 6, Danger Ahead' are now available as audiobooks.

    If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe!

    Support the show

    To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2

    To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt

    To book a ticket to a live show use this link... https://raspratt.com/live-shows/

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