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KidCasts : Podcast for Kids !
130 Episodes !
The 500 Words Final
2020/6/19
30:03
Some listeners might find the themes covered upsetting. 500 Words is back for its 10th competition and that means the podcast is too. In this final episode Dick and Dom find themselves at the VIP Zoom Party and share this year’s winning stories from 2020's 500 Words Competition. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with our wonderful Celebrity readers. The Bronze Winner aged 5-9 was ‘Roary and The Giant Bloomers’ read by Jodie Whittaker , the 10-13 age group winner was ‘Shoo! ‘ Read by Alfred Enoch. In the Silver Category the 5 to 9 age group winner was ‘The Old Rabbit’ read by Joanna Lumley and the 10 to 13 age group was ‘For the Last Time’ read by Mwaksy Mudenda. The Gold Winners age category 5 to 9 was ‘The Winning Goal’ read by Dua Lipa and the 10 to 13 winner was ‘Diary of a Five Pound Note’ read by David Walliams.
You Can Count On Your Friends
2020/6/11
39:44
The 500 Words Competition is back for it's 10th year and that means the podcast is too. In this episode Dick & Dom make a journey to the seaside, sharing more stories written by YOU, along the way. So, whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading ' - 'A Night With the Stars', 'Spies in Dairy', 'The Crab and the Lantern Fish', 'The Chosen One', 'The Family Prime Minister', 'Cloak and Haddock', 'The Silent Library', 'My First Crush', 'The Odd Sock', and 'Screen Time'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Happy Endings
2020/6/5
37:31
500 Words is back for its 10th competition and that means the podcast is too. In this episode the Diddies find themselves stuck In a video game and Dick and Dom fight dragons to find the golden chalice and help rescue those dynamic Diddies . They also share some of the finalist stories from 2020's 500 Words Competition written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with some fabulous actors reading ‘The Countdown’ ‘The Talk’ ‘Don't Bring a Lion to School’ ‘The Boy With a Wobbly Tooth’ ‘Grandma's Worst Hobby’ ‘Mischief and Mayhem at the Menacing Zoo’ ‘ The Grocery Shop Breakout ‘ ‘The Gnomes of Sherbet Springs ‘ and ‘The Rise of the Phoenix’ and listen out for a special guest reading by Radio 2’s very own Vanessa Feltz .
Teamwork Makes The Dream Work!
2020/5/29
36:30
500 Words is back for it's 10th competition and that means the podcast is too. In this episode Dick and Dom head to Spy Camp and have been sent on a secret mission to deliver some of the finalist stories from 2020's 500 Words Competition, written by YOU. Listen out for BBC Radio 2's Breakfast show travel guru Richie Anderson who stopped by to read a story. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with some fabulous actors reading 'Charlie the Hero Dog' 'Chippy Tom and the Gulls of Gloucester' 'Roary and the Giant Bloomers' 'The Bus Driver Who Turned To Crime' 'The Colourful Comedian' 'The First Ever Chocolate Milk' 'Mr Nosey Parker’s Zoo for Nosey Animals' 'Cats-By a Dog's (maybe) perspective' and 'Harry Snotter'
What Adventures Will You Go On Today?
2020/5/22
36:53
Dick & Dom take on Earth's highest mountain above sea level. From a biscuit-loving Goose to a slinky that saves it all, how will they fare? Hopefully some of this week's stories written by YOU will help them on their quest! So, whether it's bedtime listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'The Mars Theory', 'The Super Kangaroos', 'An Astro Adventure', 'The Fisherman's Tale', 'The Dings and the Dongs', 'The Picture', 'Sharing the Sky', 'Timmy Spider and the Golden Scroll', and 'The Game of Life'.
It’s Up To You How Far You’ll Go. If You Don’t Try, You’ll Never Know!
2020/5/15
40:40
500 Words is back for it's 10th competition and that means the podcast is too. In this episode Dom plans a Balloon ride , Dick isn't so keen but those diddies get involved and they all learn that it's up to you how far you go, if you don't try you'll never know. They also share some of the finalist stories from 2020's 500 Words Competition written by YOU. Listen out for BBC Asian Networks Harpz Kaur who stops by to read a story. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with some fabulous actors reading 'Anything is possible' 'The Bird Feeder ' 'Wizard Bob’s brilliant idea' 'Sam and Alf ' 'The diary of a £5 note' 'Night Knight!' 'Pirate Pilates' 'The Curse of Pageton Manor' and 'The Beautiful Game'.
With a Little Determination...
2020/5/8
38:58
500 Words is back for it's 10th competition and that means the podcast is too. In this episode Dick helps Dom audition for the circus and they learn you can do anything with a little bit of determination. They also share some of the finalist stories from 2020's 500 Words Competition written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with some fabulous actors reading 'The Day Football Saved the World!!!', 'The Boy who Came by Boat', 'Over the Gate', 'The Winning Goal', 'All Creatures Need to Get Out of Here', 'Will I Get Out?', 'Shoo!', The Old Rabbit', The Pain from the Rain' and 'For the Last Time'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
And The Winner is.......
2020/5/1
34:15
The 500 Words Competition is back for it's 10th year and that means the podcast is too. In this episode Dick & Dom introduce some of the top stories from past years, written by YOU. Each story won a shiny Gold medal. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'Lost Underground', 'All The Time in the World ' It’s a Wide World'' Fight for Life' 'e-courtroom.com' 'Poor Pig’s Revenge' 'Mr BB Wolf ' 'The Kindest of Strangers''The Poo Fairy'' Dancing on the Streets' Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Wiley Words and Pesky Punctuation
2020/4/24
21:11
The 500 Words Competition is back for it's 10th year and that means the podcast is too. In this episode Dick & Dom are delayed by a clever riddle by those pesky diddies, while they share more stories written by YOU. However, Dick and Dom strike back with a clever riddle of their own. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'Speaking With No Words','My Dysgraphic Word Zoo', 'The Word That Wouldn't Come Out', 'The Full Stop That Wanted To Be Different', 'Alone', and '500 Words To Literary Hell'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Mighty Misfits
2020/4/17
28:24
The 500 Words Competition is back for it's 10th year and that means the podcast is too. In this episode Dick & Dom have a ten headed monster problem while they share more stories written by YOU. Also look out for Diddy Dick & Dom who swoop in to save the day. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'The Boy Who Wished to be a Girl','The Day the Door Opened', 'Hamish the Tap Dancing Sheep', Sedwick and the Unicorn', 'The Problem With Being Invisible', and 'The Knight That Loved To Knit'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Fairytales and Fantasy
2020/4/10
25:35
The 500 Words Competition is back for it's 10th year and that means the podcast is too. In this episode Dick & Dom are off to the land of fairytales and fantasy while they share more stories written by YOU. There's an ancient beast, talking pigs and please note - No Bagpipes were harmed in the making of this podcast. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'The Ball and the Beast','Snow Blood Window Frame', 'The Three Little Pigs and What Wolf', 'The Office Party', 'Dresses By Drizella' and 'Is This The Real Life, Or is This Just Fantasy'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Magical Tales
2020/4/3
25:54
The 500 Words Competition is back for its 10th year and that means the podcast is too. In this episode Dick & Dom are given a magic wand which grants 3 wishes but those dastardly Diddies burst in and take over. But at least they remember to share some more magical stories written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'Fragile Freya’ ‘Orion Goes On Holiday’ ‘My Brother is magical’ ‘The Dream’ ‘My Time again’ and ‘The Cloud Faerie’ Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words
A Taste Of Freedom
2020/3/27
24:39
The 500 Words Competition is back for it's 10th year and that means the podcast is too. In this episode Diddy Dick & Diddy Dom have been stuck inside a box while they share more stories written by YOU. Also look out for Dick & Dom who swoop into help. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'A Life Sentence','Left', 'What Am I?', 'The Terrible Claw', and 'Reality'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Technology
2020/3/20
23:37
The 500 Words Competition is back for it's 10th year and that means the podcast is too. In this episode Dick & Dom are pushed into a cupboard by the pesky Diddies Dick and Dom and a Robotic cleaner goes on the rampage while they share more stories written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'Kindness Never Dies ,'An App Story', 'The Sleeping Beauty', AI, and The Messenger Of The Gods'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
All The Colours
2020/3/13
23:19
The 500 Words Competition is back for it's 10th year and that means the podcast is too. In this episode Dick & Dom are trying to restore all the colours to world, while they share some coloured themed stories written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'The Colour of Temper', 'Blue Cool', 'Cameron the Chameleon', 'Monochrome' and 'The Colour of Life'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Our Natural World
2020/3/6
27:41
The 500 Words Competition is back for it's 10th year and that means the podcast is too. In this episode Dick & Dom are lost in a jungle and get by with a little help from new friends, while they share more stories written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'The Supermarket Scamp' ,'The Day My Pet Saved The World', Why Did the Chicken..., 'Ego or Eco, 'Just Three Words ' and 'Trouble in Hufflefuffle'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Heaps Of Heroism
2020/2/28
22:15
The 500 Words Competition is back for it's 10th year and that means the podcast is too. In this episode Dick & Dom are kicking back and relaxing with a good book, while they share more stories written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, you can also sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'When the Soldiers Came', 'Hollywood's End', 'Clot and the Antibody Army, 'The Rainbow Alien' and 'A Walk in the Park'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
The Big Smoke
2020/2/21
25:05
The 500 Words Competition is back for it's 10th year and that means the podcast is too. In this episode Dick & Dom are putting together a giant marble run while they share more stories written by YOU. Also look out for Diddy Dick & Dom who swoop into help. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'The Spirit of the Globe','Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red', 'The London Underground', 'The Day London Stopped Working', 'Alone', and 'Toxin on the Tube'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Better Together
2020/2/14
26:15
The 500 Words Competition is back for it's 10th year and that means the podcast is too. In this episode Dick & Dom are putting together a giant marble run while they share more stories written by YOU. Also look out for Diddy Dick & Dom who swoop into help. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick & Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'The Old Guitarist', 'Tyrannos-oral-hygiene', 'Something's Scon Wrong', 'The Great British Marble Run', 'Bamboo Magic' and 'Mind the Gap'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Other Worlds
2020/2/7
28:36
The 500 Words Competition is back for it's 10th year and that means the podcast is too. In this episode Dick and Dom head to the EPIC Space Centre to share some 'other worldly' stories written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'Empty Space', “Hey Botty, Stop', 'Just Another', 'A World Away', '2052' and 'A Stellar Job'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
The Memory Palace
2020/1/31
25:16
In this episode Dick & Dom receive an invite to the memory palace from Diddy Dick & Dom to share this week's stories, written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'Grandpa’s Ballet Shoes', 'Memories of Summer', 'The Forgotten Post Box', 'The Trinket Box' , 'Ghost’s Can’t Dance' and 'Forget-Me-Not'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
The Force of Fate
2020/1/24
27:39
In this episode Dick & Dom are leaving it up to fate to share this week's stories, written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'Monopoly', Thought, 'No Bear-Shirt Tall', 'I Should've Stayed at Home', The Thief of Wishes' and 'Anne Wilson'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
500 Words Returns with a Gaggle of Giggles
2020/1/17
22:50
The 500 Words Competition is back for it's 10th year and that means the podcast is too. In this episode Dick and Dom are showcasing some stories that are made to make you laugh, written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'The Boy Who Ate the Dictionary', 'PANTS!', 'Pumping Princess Pumpletoot', 'Period 3 with William Shakespeare' and 'Medusa's Makeover'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Ever So Eclectic
2019/6/7
16:20
In this episode, Dick and Dom are showcasing delightfully different stories written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading ‘The Mysterious Shadow’, ‘Samuel’s First Holiday’, ‘Happy Holiday’, ‘Food Wars – The Vegetables Strike Back’, and ‘Piri the Vegetarian Piranha’. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Wild and Wacky
2019/5/31
21:37
In this episode, Dick and Dom are showcasing wonderfully wacky stories written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading ‘The Boy with Wold Feet’, ‘The Algorithm’, ‘The Nit Gorilla’, ‘Sprout Boy’, ‘Wrestling with Nan’ and ‘Roman Londinium and the Mayor of Newham’. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Spectacular Outer-Space
2019/5/24
21:34
In this episode, Dick and Dom build a rocket and head into outer-space, whilst showcasing out-of-this-world stories written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading ‘The Starmakers’, ‘Rainbow Planet Adventure’, ‘The Lonely Particle’, ‘Llama Space Adventure’ and ‘Walid’s Tooth’. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Teary Tales
2019/5/17
19:59
In this episode, Dick and Dom spend the day together, showcasing sad stories written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading ‘Under the Inky Black Universe’, ‘The Target’, ‘Eternally Waiting’, ‘Stonething’ and ‘Paper Dog’. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Perfect Poems
2019/5/10
12:49
In this episode, Dick and Dom share an amazing array of artsy stories and poems written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading ‘A Poor Old Mouse’, ‘If This If That’, ‘Handman’, ‘ Winter is….’ and ‘What Being Welsh Means to me’. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Sensational Self-confidence!
2019/5/3
19:49
In this episode, Dick and Dom are skateboarding, whilst sharing a collection of confident stories written by YOU, to make sure that you don’t stop believing! So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading ‘Tiger in My Tummy’, ‘The Everyday Noises’, ‘A Dog’s Life’, and ‘Bob And The Banana’. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Magical Mayhem!
2019/4/26
20:50
In this episode, Dick and Dom share a handful of mystical tales written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading ‘Wishes’, ‘Twinkle’s Friends Save Her Sparkle’, ‘A Wolf’s Tale’, ‘Lucy the Mermaid Hero’ and ‘Jungle the Adventure’. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Jolly Jokes!
2019/4/19
21:10
In this episode, Dick and Dom share some silly wisecracks to get you giggling and to celebrate some funny stories written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading ‘The Funny Onion’, ‘The Extremely Fat Cat’, ‘The Three Little Pigs: The True Story’, ‘A Chicken Story’ and ‘Story about a Beastly Teacher’. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Marvelous Mates
2019/4/12
22:17
In this episode, Dick and Dom celebrate their 'friendaversary' to celebrate some friendship stories written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading ‘The Whale and the Troll’ , ‘All of a Flutter’,‘The Octopus who Wanted to Play’, ‘Harry the Lonely Polar Bear’, ‘One by One’ and ‘The Goblin who Learnt to be Nice’. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Super Spooky!
2019/4/5
24:44
In this week’s episode, Dick and Dom are off to a haunted house to present some of the oh-so spooky stories written by YOU. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading ‘The Doll House’, ‘The Words of Truth’, ‘Lock Your Door’, ‘The Marsh House’, and ‘Hardstone Sparkbush and The Life of a Photo’. To find out more about 500 Words visit bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Fabulous Families
2019/3/29
22:37
In this episode, Dick and Dom have an evening at the fairground to present some lovely nearest and dearest stories YOU wrote last year. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'The Adventure Diary', 'Visiting Hours in Heaven', 'My Brother is a Shape-shifter', 'Olivia Chambers’ Adventure', 'A Reunion'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Learning Lessons!
2019/3/22
17:54
In this episode, Dick and Dom learn some lessons of their own in the park and present some teaching moment stories YOU wrote last year. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'The Boy Who Loved Lollipops', 'Penelope the Poodle Who’s Tail Would Not Wag', 'The Great Minecraft Tree', 'Never Judge a Polar Bear by its Growl', and 'The Dove with No Love'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Repulsive Rubbish!
2019/3/15
21:46
In this episode, Dick and Dom are off on a camping trip to present some plastic, rubbish and recycling stories YOU wrote last year. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'The Blossom Swan', 'Don’t Drop Litter', 'A Rubbish Story', 'Bob and the Plastic Pirates', 'Save the World – Turn Down the Heating!' and 'Fin and the McWasters'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Gruesome Greens!
2019/3/8
17:52
In this episode, Dick and Dom head to the groceries aisle of the supermarket to present some vegetable stories YOU wrote last year. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'The Gods of Olympus and the Unwanted Vegetables', 'Meat vs Veg – The War Begins', 'Mrs Turnip' and 'Sad Sprout'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Pesky Pets!
2019/3/1
20:46
In this episode, Dick and Dom take a trip to an animal shelter to present some playful pet stories YOU wrote last year. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'The Lost Pug', 'Popkin', 'Norman of the Nile', 'Marley's Marvellous Muddy Adventure ' and 'A Tortoise's Dream Come True'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Mission Impossible!
2019/2/22
20:31
In this episode, Dick and Dom head off on a mission to present some amazing adventure stories YOU wrote last year. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration, sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'Leilah’s Search for her Best Friend', 'Saving The Ride', 'The Penguin Who Could Fly', 'The Quest to the Fire Breathing Volcano' and 'Target Neutralised'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Thrilling Things!
2019/2/15
22:36
This week Dick and Dom are clearing out their attic to present some amazing animal stories YOU wrote last year. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'Strike', 'The Hole in The Wall', 'Leaving Home', 'The Red Balloon', 'Lights of the Night' and 'The Socks'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Amazing Animals!
2019/2/8
19:41
In this episode, Dick and Dom head off on safari to present some amazing animal stories YOU wrote last year. So whether it’s bed-time listening or some writing inspiration sit back and let Dick and Dom take it away with the BBC Radio Drama Company reading 'Fox the Dog', 'Hard to Be Me', 'Spencer Saves the Day', 'The Myth of the Mountain Wolf' and 'The Guardian Shark'. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
500 Words Final 2018
2019/2/1
26:19
Dick and Dom are back for the first 2019 episode of your stories. In this episode, they look back at the 2018 winning stories featuring Dara Ó Briain reading 'Agent Ramsbottom and the Mysterious Fish and Chips', Jason Isaacs with 'AI', 'The Little Messenger' read by Jim Broadbent, Amanda Abbington with 'A God Vacancy', David Walliams reads 'The Poo Fairy' and 'Dancing on the Streets' read by Shobna Gulati. Find out more about 500 Words at bbc.co.uk/500Words.
Wild Card: part 2
2018/6/7
16:27
From fierce pre-historic feminists to robotic dystopian enemies, Dick and Dom find our final 'wild card' entries from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition 2018
Wild Card: part 1
2018/6/4
14:49
From contraband chips to a teacher big on the hips, Dick and Dom are on the case for some 'wild card' entries from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition 2018
Making a Difference
2018/5/31
17:46
From a colour converting Chameleon to an astounding architect, Dick and Dom present some of the top 50 stories from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition 2018
Higher Powers
2018/5/28
24:28
From a God abdicating, to a weather-hacker activating, Dick and Dom present some of the top 50 stories from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition 2018
Not Quite As They Seem
2018/5/24
17:39
Peculiar perspectives and varied views, Dick and Dom present some of the top 50 stories from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition 2018
Journeys
2018/5/21
23:54
From a football fanatic, to a fairy with a quirky career, Dick and Dom present some of the top 50 stories from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition 2018
Animal, Vegetable or Mineral
2018/5/17
20:36
From a meticulous mouse, to a superstar spring onion, Dick and Dom present some of the top 50 stories from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition 2018
Elders
2018/5/14
28:48
From teeth that gleam to a winged go-between, Dick and Dom present some of the top 50 stories from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition 2018
Conflict
2018/5/10
26:07
From refuge to retaliation, and from tennis balls to bullets, Dick and Dom present some of the top 50 stories from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition 2018.
The Great Outdoors
2018/5/7
23:14
From tangoing trees to miraculous machines, Dick and Dom present some of the top 50 stories from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition 2018
Time and Space
2018/5/3
22:18
From pesky planets to dynamic dinosaurs, Dick and Dom present some of the top 50 stories from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition 2018
Crime and Punishment
2018/4/30
19:31
From bad bugs to dastardly days of the week, Dick and Dom present some of the top 50 stories from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition 2018
500 Words Final 2017
2018/4/25
25:36
We take a look back at the BBC Radio 2 500 Words 2017 Final, as superstar celebs including David Walliams and Jenny Agutter read the winning stories live from the Tower of London.
Amazing Animals
2018/4/23
17:41
Bedtime stories for kids, written by kids. From rebellious rats to eager elephants, animal antics from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition.
Food For Thought
2018/4/16
12:18
Bedtime stories for kids, written by kids. From brave biscuits to goal-scoring greens, tasty tales from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition.
Watery Worlds
2018/4/9
14:29
Bedtime stories for kids, written by kids. From wondrous whirlpools to plucky pond goblins, underwater adventures from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition.
A Mind Of Their Own
2018/4/2
16:03
Bedtime stories for kids, written by kids. From cunning carrots to magical mops, curious tales from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition.
Sizzling Slapstick
2018/3/26
17:26
Bedtime stories for kids, written by kids. From soaring sloths to bubble trouble, tummy-tickling tales from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition.
Teary Tales
2018/3/19
17:23
Bedtime stories for kids, written by kids. From misplaced memories to bittersweet goodbyes, tender tales from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition.
An Ode To Mother Earth
2018/3/12
15:25
Bedtime stories for kids, written by kids. From ocean giants to the plight of Pluto, wonders of the world from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition.
Canine Companions
2018/3/5
12:47
Bedtime stories for kids, written by kids. From paddling pooches to the power of puppy eyes, tail-wagging tales from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition.
Hope
2018/2/26
18:03
Bedtime stories for kids, written by kids. From amazing elephants to strangers in new lands, heartfelt tales from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition.
Believe In Yourself
2018/2/19
16:58
Bedtime stories for kids, written by kids. From Parisian pie-makers to finding new friends, motivational stories from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition.
Musical Mayhem
2018/2/12
15:28
Bedtime stories for kids, written by kids. From pop star pigs to magical trombones, tales to treat your ears from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition.
Talking To The Animals
2018/2/5
13:57
Bedtime stories for kids, written by kids. From adventurous owls to paddling pigs, amazing animal stories from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition.
Something Spooky
2018/1/29
14:55
Bedtime stories for kids, written by kids. From mysterious visitors to moonlit walks in the woods, spooky stories from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition.
Trumptastic
2018/1/22
18:07
Bedtime stories for kids, written by kids. Tales about the 2017 Oxford Children's Word of the Year - Trump! From the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition.
A Gaggle of Giggles
2018/1/15
14:57
Bedtime stories for kids, written by kids. From bean-loving boys to risky recipes, tales to make you titter from the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show 500 Words competition.
Comedy
2017/5/3
23:27
Written by kids: a selection of side-splitting stories. From Chris Evans’ 500 Words story competition. Presented by Dick and Dom
Animals
2017/5/3
18:51
Written by kids: amazing adventures in the animal kingdom. From Chris Evans 500 Words story competition. Presented by Dick and Dom.
Bittersweet Love
2017/5/2
18:51
Written by kids: a selection of stories to pull on your heart-strings. From Chris Evans’ 500 Words story competition. Presented by Dick and Dom.
Horror
2017/5/2
17:03
Written by kids: a selection of nail-biting tales. From Chris Evans’ 500 Words story competition. Presented by Dick and Dom.
Crime and Punishment
2017/5/2
22:38
Written by kids: stories about vagabonds and vigilantes. From Chris Evans’ 500 Words story competition. Presented by Dick and Dom.
Triumph
2017/5/2
18:07
Written by kids: cookie conquests and other tales of victory. From Chris Evans’ 500 Words story competition. Presented by Dick and Dom.
Magic and Martians
2017/5/2
18:27
Written by kids: intergalactic encounters and magical mischief. From 500 Words comp
Heroes
2017/5/2
18:34
Written by kids: tales of honour and bravery. From Chris Evans’ 500 Words story competition. Presented by Dick and Dom.
A Question of Perspective
2017/5/2
15:01
Written by kids: a unique look at the world. From Chris Evans 500 Words story competition. Presented by Dick and Dom.
Nature
2017/5/2
19:50
Written by kids: wonders of the natural world. From Chris Evans 500 Words story competition. Presented by Dick and Dom.
Fight For Life by Sofia Zambuto
2015/5/25
03:18
Fight For Life by Sofia Zambuto. Read by Jane Slavin from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and under category.
The Wash Trolls by Thomas Graham
2015/5/25
03:09
The Wash Trolls by Thomas Graham. Read by Neet Mohan from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and Under category.
The Brumbies by William Gaskell
2015/5/25
03:29
The Brumbies by William Gaskell. Read by Jane Slavin from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and under category.
My Warrior Cat by Rory Lewis
2015/5/25
03:39
My Warrior Cat by Rory Lewis. Read by Neet Mohan from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and Under category.
Sammy Troot And The Lady With The Kind Face And Diamond Tiara by Frankie Jeffries
2015/5/25
03:48
Sammy Troot And The Lady With The Kind Face And Diamond Tiara by Frankie Jeffries. Read by Jane Slavin from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and under category.
The Friendship by Sophie Blake
2015/5/25
03:25
The Friendship by Sophie Blake. Read by Neet Mohan from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and Under category.
The Arctic Fox by Natalie Miles
2015/5/25
03:27
The Arctic Fox by Natalie Miles. Read by David Hounslow from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and Under category.
Watching the Animals by Eleanor Hetherington
2015/5/25
03:05
Watching the Animals by Eleanor Hetherington. Read by David Hounslow from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and Under category.
The Blue Ribbon by Dylan Clements
2015/5/25
03:41
The Blue Ribbon by Dylan Clements. Read by Rhiannon Neads from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and under category.
The Brightest Star by Immy Chatfield
2015/5/24
04:01
The Brightest Star by Immy Chatfield. Read by Chris Pavlo from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and under category.
A Gift From Great Aunt Lucy by Millicent Chinnock
2015/5/24
04:00
A Gift From Great Aunt Lucy by Millicent Chinnock. Read by Rhiannon Neads from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and under category.
The Plane Crash by Joel Gooder
2015/5/24
03:59
The Plane Crash by Joel Gooder. Read by Chris Pavlo from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and under category.
Autism and Me by Lia Filby
2015/5/24
02:07
Autism and Me by Lia Filby. Read by Rhiannon Neads from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and Under category.
It's a Dog's Fate! by Ajay Newgrosh
2015/5/24
03:07
It's a Dog's Fate! by Ajay Newgrosh. Read by Neet Mohan from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and Under category.
Syndro and The Worms by Max Baker
2015/5/24
03:55
Syndro and The Worms by Max Baker. Read by Chris Pavlo from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and under category.
Ghosts Can't Dance by Charlotte Healy
2015/5/24
03:47
Ghosts Can't Dance by Charlotte Healy. Read by Rhiannon Neads from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and under category.
Algernon The Theatre Mouse by Sophia Johnson
2015/5/24
03:31
Algernon The Theatre Mouse by Sophia Johnson. Read by Chris Pavlo from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and under category.
The Word That Wouldn't Come Out by Robyn Fielding
2015/5/24
03:02
The Word That Wouldn't Come Out by Robyn Fielding. Read by Jane Slavin from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and Under category.
Lucy's Story by Anoushka Garg
2015/5/24
03:14
Lucy's Story by Anoushka Garg. Read by Rhiannon Neads from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 years old category.
When Hitler Stole the Ballet Shoes by Mia Hyde
2015/5/24
03:39
When Hitler Stole the Ballet Shoes by Mia Hyde. Read by Rhiannon Neads from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 Years Old category.
The First Migration by Katie Lees
2015/5/24
03:46
The First Migration by Katie Lees. Read by David Hounslow from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 years old category.
Kalahari Princess by Isabel Hallett
2015/5/24
04:26
Kalahari Princess by Isabel Hallett. Read by Jessica Turner from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 Years Old category.
The Frost by Jonathan Sreeves
2015/5/23
03:36
The Frost by Jonathan Sreeves. Read by Chris Pavlo from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 years old category.
A World Away by Harry Hutchings
2015/5/23
03:18
A World Away by Harry Hutchings. Read by David Hounslow from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 Years Old category.
The Armchair by Iona Cowie
2015/5/23
03:33
The Armchair by Iona Cowie. Read by David Hounslow from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 Years Old category.
The Forgotten Celery by Annabel Bygrave
2015/5/23
03:08
The Forgotten Celery by Annabel Bygrave. Read by Neet Mohan from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 Years Old category.
The Mermaid and the Glass Mustang by Ophelia Spracklen
2015/5/23
03:24
The Mermaid and the Glass Mustang by Ophelia Spracklen. Read by Rhiannon Neads from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 Years Old category.
Nature Doesn't Judge by Eleanor Brown
2015/5/23
04:23
Nature Doesn't Judge by Eleanor Brown. Read by Jane Slavin from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 Years Old category.
Sleeping Beauty by Tal Cohen
2015/5/23
03:40
Sleeping Beauty by Tal Cohen. Read by Jessica Turner from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 years old category.
Cake Wars by Emily Potts
2015/5/13
04:01
Cake Wars by Emily Potts. Read by Jane Slavin from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and under category.
The Big Yellow Frilly Knickers by Amelie Clayden
2015/5/13
03:23
The Big Yellow Frilly Knickers by Amelie Clayden. Read by Jane Slavin from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and Under category.
The Right Royal Rumpus by Eliza Youdan
2015/5/13
03:30
The Right Royal Rumpus by Eliza Youdan. Read by Neet Mohan from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 Years Old category.
The Astonishing Diary of a Depressed Sheep by Beth Grierson
2015/5/13
04:24
The Astonishing Diary of a Depressed Sheep by Beth Grierson. Read by Chris Pavlo from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 years old category.
Londoner Pigeon by Hannah Sennouni
2015/5/13
03:06
Londoner Pigeon by Hannah Sennouni. Read by Neet Mohan from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 Years Old category.
Trouble in Arctic by Andrew Parkinson
2015/5/9
03:25
Trouble in Arctic by Andrew Parkinson. Read by Chris Pavlo from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and under category.
Super Sausage Versus Evil Orange by Saffron Gore
2015/5/8
03:50
Super Sausage Versus Evil Orange by Saffron Gore. Read by Jane Slavin from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and under category.
Different Dad by Rhys Mulligan
2015/5/8
02:48
Different Dad by Rhys Mulligan. Read by Neet Mohan from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and Under category.
Another Day At War by Amy Stewart
2015/5/8
03:28
Another Day At War by Amy Stewart. Read by Chris Pavlo from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 years old category.
The Den of Decay by Jessica Dahill Allen
2015/5/8
03:32
The Den of Decay by Jessica Dahill Allen. Read by Rhiannon Neads from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 Years Old category.
This Is Not a Fairytale by Maia Roberts
2015/5/7
04:09
This Is Not a Fairytale by Maia Roberts. Read by Jessica Turner from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 Years Old category.
Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red by Dulcie Cooper
2015/5/5
03:50
Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red by Dulcie Cooper. Read by David Hounslow from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 9 and Under category.
Blue by Lara Akhurst
2015/5/5
03:42
Blue by Lara Akhurst. Read by Rhiannon Neads from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 Years Old category.
Life Through a Lens by Devan Wasan Singh
2015/5/5
03:49
Life Through a Lens by Devan Wasan Singh. Read by David Hounslow from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 Years Old category.
Forget-Me-Not by Ella Higgins
2015/5/5
03:37
Forget-Me-Not by Ella Higgins. Read by David Hounslow from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 Years Old category.
Sisters Will Be Sisters by Ella Charras
2015/5/4
03:43
Sisters Will Be Sisters by Ella Charras. Read by Jessica Turner from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 5-9 Years Old category.
Lost In Time by Isabella Thorneycroft
2015/5/2
04:17
Lost In Time by Isabella Thorneycroft. Read by Jessica Turner from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 years old category.
It's a Wide World by Amabel Smith
2015/5/1
03:36
It's a Wide World by Amabel Smith. Read by Rhiannon Neads from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 Years Old category.
Masks by Ellie Stevenson
2015/4/30
03:00
Masks by Ellie Stevenson. Read by Jessica Turner from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 Years Old category.
Saving Harold by William Gwynne
2015/4/29
04:05
Saving Harold by William Gwynne. Read by Chris Pavlo from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 years old category.
A Whole New World by Olivia Goes
2015/4/28
03:26
A Whole New World by Olivia Goes. Read by Jessica Turner from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 years old category.