• The Mellow Submarine: The Great Brant Geese Migration
    Feb 18 2025

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    The tale follows a mission to help a group of tired Brant geese safely reach Parksville Beach during their migration from Mexico and California. Captain Dave's crew includes Larry the Lobster, his faithful first mate, and Penny the Penguin, the ship's skilled engineer known for her special hot chocolate with a touch of Antarctic peppermint.

    The story unfolds as they guide the geese, led by Gregory, through challenging ice formations caused by climate change. The Mellow Submarine's special capabilities allow them to navigate under massive ice structures, showing the young geese the beautiful underwater world.

    Throughout their journey, the crew shares stories, serves hot chocolate, and Larry entertains everyone with sea shanties.

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    18 mins
  • Peter and Gracie: A Snow Day with Zeke & Debbie
    Feb 11 2025

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    The story begins with Peter's excitement at seeing snow outside his window and getting bundled up for winter play with his furry companion. The tale takes a delightful turn when they meet new neighbors Debbie and her American Eskimo dog Zeke, leading to an afternoon of friendship and creativity.

    The children, along with their four-legged friends, build an elaborate snow family complete with snow pets, while learning interesting facts about their dogs' circus-performing heritage. As more neighborhood children join in, the yard becomes a winter wonderland of snow sculptures and playful activities.

    The story weaves together themes of friendship, imagination, and the special bond between children and their pets. It concludes with Peter dreaming of Gracie and Zeke performing circus tricks in a magical snow circus, while looking forward to more adventures the next day.

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    16 mins
  • The Mellow Submarine: Echo the Orca's Whale Songs
    Feb 4 2025

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    Captain Dave and his first mate Larry the Lobster aboard their Mellow Submarine encounter Echo, a young orca whale hiding from the Pacific Whale Song Festival. Echo is struggling with confidence because his singing voice differs from the traditionally powerful orca songs.

    Larry shares a story about a seahorse who transformed her perceived weakness into a unique strength, helping Echo understand that being different can be special.

    With newfound confidence, Echo develops his own gentle singing style that mirrors the ocean's natural rhythms. His unique performance at the festival inspires a new category of whale songs celebrating quieter voices, proving that being different isn't a weakness but a gift to be shared.

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    20 mins
  • Peter and Gracie: Chief Nick & the Dashwood Fire Hall Tour
    Jan 28 2025

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    After winning first prize in his school's fire prevention poster contest, Peter earns a special tour with Chief Nick on their exciting visit to the Dashwood Fire Station. The story captures the wonder and excitement of a child's fascination with firefighters while weaving in important messages about fire safety and community service.

    Chief Nick serves as a warm and engaging guide, explaining everything from the weight of firefighter equipment to the importance of quick response times. The story is particularly engaging as it includes Gracie, Peter's fluffy white companion, who shares in all the adventures and even gets her own honorary fire department bandana.

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    19 mins
  • The Mellow Submarine: A Queen’s Crown and a Crisis
    Jan 21 2025

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    When tasked with delivering a precious crown to the Queen of the Southern Seas for her coronation, Captain Dave and his first mate Larry the lobster face an unexpected challenge as their submarine's lights fail just before entering a dark, deep trench. Through quick thinking and creativity, Larry devises a plan to collaborate with local glowfish, led by Marina, to illuminate their path through the treacherous waters.

    What begins as a potential disaster transforms into a magnificent adventure, as hundreds of glowfish and even young anglerfish join forces to guide them through the trench. Their journey reveals hidden caves, ancient artwork, and forges lasting friendships. The successful delivery leads to a new partnership between the Mellow Submarine Delivery Service and the glowfish, who become official helpers of the realm.

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    22 mins
  • Peter & Gracie: A Fun Day Fishing at Cameron Lake
    Jan 14 2025

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    The story follows Peter and Gracie’s exciting day at Cameron Lake, where Peter's father teaches him to fish using his grandfather's fishing vest, creating a touching connection between generations. The narrative skillfully captures childhood anticipation, from Peter's early morning excitement to his triumph in catching his first rainbow trout. Gracie's presence adds both humor and heart to the story, especially when she enthusiastically returns their catch to the lake before they can release it themselves.

    The day unfolds with swimming adventures, picnic lunches packed by Mom (complete with special treats for Gracie), and interactions with other families at the lake. The story concludes with a beautiful sunset scene, emphasizing the precious moments shared between father, son, and their four-legged family member. Throughout the narrative, we see the natural integration of life lessons about patience, bravery, and the special bond between humans and their animal companions.

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    18 mins
  • The Mellow Submarine: Captain Dave's Magical Beach Day
    Jan 7 2025

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    In this episode, we're transported to the magical world of Deep Bay, where Captain Dave commands the extraordinary Mellow Submarine alongside his first mate, Larry the Lobster. The story unfolds during a perfect beach day, highlighting the unique friendship between a cheerful captain in his bright yellow hat and a ruby-red lobster who chose adventure over a traditional ocean-floor life.

    Their day begins with meticulous picnic preparations aboard their submarine, which ingeniously transforms into a beach-ready vehicle. The pair's peaceful lunch is interrupted by Sam, a curious seagull who becomes an unexpected friend. Together, they share stories, play seagull-style pickleball, and build elaborate sandcastles.

    The episode is beautifully framed with music by Eddie Van Haddock & The Rockfish. This tale emphasizes core values of friendship, acceptance, and the joy of unexpected connections, all while maintaining a sense of wonder and adventure that appeals to both children and adults.

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    15 mins
  • Peter & Gracie; Puppy Training Adventure
    Dec 30 2024

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    Initially overwhelmed by the responsibilities of pet ownership, Peter faces typical puppy challenges his American Eskimo puppy, Gracie: chewed furniture, destroyed pillows, and seeming disobedience. Enter Grandma Rose, a wise and patient mentor with a surprising background in dog training. She transforms Peter's frustration into an opportunity for growth by introducing her "three P's" methodology: Patience, Persistence, and Positive reinforcement.

    The story showcases their progress from basic commands to impressive tricks, culminating in a memorable backyard demonstration that wins over even skeptical neighbors. More than just a tale about dog training, the narrative explores themes of responsibility, perseverance, and intergenerational wisdom. Peter learns valuable life lessons about commitment, patience, and the importance of never giving up when faced with challenges.

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    14 mins