On The Road Again

Foth and Friends: Stories from the Road

Episode 46: On the Road Again

In this heartfelt return, Dick Foth shares his journey back to podcasting and offers a preview of his new storytelling audiobook, Stories I Love to Tell, coming soon to Audible. Settle in as Dick reflects on his family’s influence, the beauty of autumn, and the timeless value of stories in connecting across generations. Join us for laughter, warmth, and a reminder to embrace the stories that bring us together.

Show Notes:

00:09 – Dick welcomes listeners back and shares where he’s been.

00:29 – Describes the beautiful fall setting and inspiration from nature.

00:59 – The backstory: A family conversation that sparked the idea for an audiobook.

01:36 – Reflections on the power of storytelling and Dick’s personal journey as a storyteller.

02:13 – Why our brains love stories and how storytelling preserves values.

02:54 – Dick shares about the live storytelling events and the recording process.

03:34 – Introduction to Stories I Love to Tell, set to release on Audible.

04:11 – Family stories: humorous moments with his children that reveal timeless life lessons.

06:00 – Reflections on trust and family bonds through a story with his daughter Jenny.

08:04 – The lesson in welcoming strangers, inspired by his daughter Susanna.

09:09 – The meaning of hospitality and seeing others as “walking books.”

10:46 – Details on how to sign up for early access to the audiobook at DickFoth.com.

11:20 – Upcoming live events and a return to Urbana, Illinois, where Dick and Ruth's journey began.

Get Early Access to the Stories Audiobook: Sign up at DickFoth.com for updates and early access to Stories I Love to Tell, releasing soon on Audible.