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Capital Yarns
by Sean Costello
Capital Yarns is an experiment in storytelling developed by Sean Costello. He invites social media users to nominate three items for him to weave into a short fictional story set in Canberra, capital of Australia. Previous yarns are available to read at http://www.capitalyarns.com.au. Visit to request your own!This podcast features audio versions of the yarns read by Sean's friends and family including Melanie Skinner and Peter Heweston.
Episodes
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In conversation with Melina Marchetta
Live recording of a Q&A with the incredible Melina Marchetta about her new book, The Place on Dalhousie
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Announcing Interview with Melina Marchetta
Exciting news from Capital Yarns. Muse Bookstore, 9 April 2019, 5:30pm: Q & A with the amazing Melina Marchetta
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Book 2 is Launched!
All the action from the launch of Capital Yarns Volume 2 from Paperchain paperstore in Manuka, Canberra. Hosted by Angharad Lodwick from Lost the Plot podcast, and illustrator Juliette Dudley. Not to mention a sneak peak of one of the stories now in print, 'A Susan Boyle Christmas Carol'
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Launch of Book 2
All the details about the launch of volume two of my short stories at Paperchain Manuka on 29 November 2018. A fresh, new collection short stories set in Canberra, inspired by you.
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The Book Vol 2 and International Podcast Day
Sean announces some exciting news about volume 2 of Capital Yarns the book and reveals some of his favourite podcasts for International Podcast Day 2018
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How I met your grandfather
A Fathers' Day special, featuring three things many Canberra fathers love Starlight Drive in at Watson + 70s Valiant + Car Load of Kids. Requested by @supergran41 via Twitter. Wonderful Starlight Cinema image courtesty of Trevor Dickinson, who does some amazing images of Canberra. Check out...
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Paper Flowers
Episode 32 is a story for the whole family, particularly the under 10s, about sore knees, difference and fear. Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This one requested by @bidgee includes: Paper Flower + Raindrop + Bandaid As…
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Capital Yarns #31: Sam But Different
Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This one features: American Eagle that looks at the (+) Australian Eagle sculpture at the @NatArboretum + a Pineapple Suitable for the whole family. As always, full transcript at...
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Capital Yarns #30: Anzac Day
At the request of my children, re-release of my short story, ANZAC Day. Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This one features: The Menin Gate at Midnight + Alexander Bunyip + A Trilby Hat As always, full transcript at...
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Capital Yarns #29: My Children's Favourite Story
To celebrate my leave to re-bond with my kids, all 2018 Capital Yarns stories will be suitable for the whole family. This is my children's favourite story I've written, titled the Brumbies and the Unicorns. Capital Yarns are fictional stories, set in Canberra (Australia) inspired by 3 items...
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Capital Yarns (for Kids) #28: If The Mountain Won't Come To The Fairies Part 2
To celebrate my leave to re-bond with my kids, all 2018 Capital Yarns stories will be suitable for the whole family. This is part two of the story inspired by items nominated by my daughter: •Mt Stromlo •Fairies •Guinea Pigs Suitable for children and adults (5+). Thanks to my daughters for…
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Capital Yarns (for Kids) #27: If The Mountain Won't Come To The Fairies Part 1
To celebrate my leave to re-bond with my kids, all 2018 Capital Yarns stories will be suitable for the whole family. This one was inspired nominated by my daughter: •Mt Stromlo •Fairies •Guinea Pigs Suitable for children and adults (5+). Thanks to my daughters for helping me produce this story. I...
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Capital Yarns #26 - A Susan Boyle Christmas Carol
A special Canberra Christmas story, inspired by: •Susan Boyle CD •Water Tank •10,000 piece puzzle Suitable for older children and adults (10+). Special thanks again to Falling Joys for letting me use their song, Lock It (can you hear pick where in the story it is) Special mention of the many...
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Capital Yarns #25 - Halloween 18+ Only Yarn: Blood
A possibly true terrifying family story featuring •Neon Lights •Broken Window •Goon Bag Warning: Explicit language, adult theme and horror. Adults Only
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Capital Yarns #24: She
Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This is inspired by a roller derby competitor: Canberra Roller Derby League + Castle Playground + Great Australian Ice Creamery More info at https://www.crdl.com.au/ Happy International…
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Capital Yarns #23: Father's Day 2017 - Don't Judge
Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This is a special Father's Day yarn inspired by items nominated by my youngest daughter: Guinea Pigs + Parents + a Cat (that eats guinea pigs) Thanks to Hashemoto for the theme music:...
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Capital Yarns #22: Hey Sister
Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This is a special cross-capital yarn, inspired by a recent trip to Wellington and items nominated by Bec, who grew up in Wellington and now lives in Canberra: Mountain biking at Makara Peak +...
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Capital Yarns #21: The Brumbies And The Unicorns
Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This one features: Nurse + Mountains + Unicorn This is my family's favourite story - I hope you like it too. Thanks to Hashemoto for the theme music: http://www.hashemoto.com Transcript of the...
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Capital Yarns #20: Mothers' Day Special
A never before released short story set in Canberra Australia, celebrating mums everywhere. Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This one features: Drumming + Chica the Dog + Pulling socks off his feet To celebrate Mothers' Day…
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Capital Yarns #19: Easter Marathon
A short story set in Canberra Australia, celebrating the Easter long weekend and the tradition of Canberrans travelling to the NSW south coast. Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This one features: Paddlepop stick + Colouring-in...
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Capital Yarns #18: A Rallying Call (Canberra Day Special)
A short story set in Canberra Australia, celebrating the history of the Birdman Rally on Canberra Day each year. Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This one features: Turnip + Cannonball + Budgie Suitable for all ages As always,...
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Capital Yarns #17: Valentine's Day Special - Decoding The Opposite Sex
A short story set in Canberra Australia, celebrating Valentine's Day and the romantic power of blueberries. Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This one features: Pet Turtle + Cryptography + Punnet of Blueberries (with a side of...
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Capital Yarns #16: The Picture
A short story set in Canberra Australia, about what we can learn from other cultures....and a time travelling life coach. Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This one features: Aardvark + Ninja + Quantum Physics Suitable for all...
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Capital Yarns #15: Family Christmas Special
A Canberra Christmas tale celebrating the wonderful work of many local charities...and Mount Majura pinot noir Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This one features: 3 Red Roses A Womble Mount Majura Pinot Noir Suitable for all…
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Capital Yarns #14: Adults Only Halloween Special - Identity Theft
Special Halloween version of the short story, Identity Theft, by Sean Costello. Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This one features: Cosmopolitan Twin Cinemas + Batemans Bay + Urambi Primary School Warning: Explicit Language and...
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Capital Yarns #13: Noir
Audio version of the short story, Noir, by Sean Costello. Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This one features: 12 Magpies + Crime + Deakin Warning: Explicit Language and Violence As always, full transcript at...
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Capital Yarns #12: Ode To Manuka
Audio version of the short story, Ode to Manuka , by Sean Costello. Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This one features: 1913 + AFL + Manuka As always, full transcript at http://www.capitalyarns.com.au Thanks to Hashemoto for…
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Capital Yarns #11: The Blackest Of Truffles
Audio version of the short story,The Blackest of Truffles, by Sean Costello. Read by Peter Hewston Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This one features: Lycra + Lake Burley Griffin + Truffles As always, full transcript at...
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Capital Yarns #9: Sacrifice
Audio version of the short story, ANZAC Day, by Sean Costello. Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This one features: The Menin Gate at Midnight + Alexander Bunyip + A Trilby Hat As always, full transcript at...
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Capital Yarns #8 - Beware Of Hairy Canberrans
Audio version of the short story, Beware of Hairy Canberrans, by Sean Costello. Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. Liz requested three intriguing items: Deck of Cards + Drop Bears + Mt Ainslie As always, full transcript at...
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Capital Yarns #7 - Togorang
Audio version of the short story, Togorang, by Sean Costello. Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. Via Facebook, Mel B requested three items that hint at a yarn about modern (or near modern) life in Canberra's south. These are...
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Capital Yarns #6 - The Eyes Have It
Audio version of the short story, The Eyes Have It, by Sean Costello. Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. Via Email, Liz requested three very interesting Canberra items: No Lights No Lycra + Loading Zone + Belconnen Owl Owl…
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Capital Yarns #5 - Freakshakes
A special Halloween edition of Capital Yarns with a scary yarn about the haunted trams of Canberra. Audio version of the short story,Freakshakes, by Sean Costello. Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This yarn features 3…
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Capital Yarns #4: Canberrans Say Welcome
Audio version of the short story, Canberrans Say Welcome, by Sean Costello. Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This yarn features 3 challenging items nominated by Matt via Facebook Pialligo Bacon + M16 Gallery + Selfie Stick....
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Capital Yarns #3 - The Sexpert
Audio version of the short story, The Sexpert, by Sean Costello. As always, Sean Costello's short stories are inspired by 3 items nominated by readers of his blog, Capital Yarns. This yarn features 3 challenging items nominted by ABC Local Radio presenter, Adam Shirley: 666 + Calling a Woman,...
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Capital Yarns #2 - Voice In The Mist
To celebrate the climax of Canberra's annual Truffle Season, the first fictional Canberra story read by Peter is 'Voice in the Mist'. Sonja request these 3 items to be weaved into the story, via Twitter: •Truffles •A Library in Canberra •Vapour rising from Canbera's Lake Burley Griffin You won't...
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Capital Yarns #1 - Introduction
Capital Yarns is an experiment in storytelling developed by Sean Costello. He invites social media users to nominate three items for him to weave into a short fictional story set in Canberra, capital of Australia. This first episode provides an introduction to the regular audio versions of Sean's...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Capital Yarns is an experiment in storytelling developed by Sean Costello. He invites social media users to nominate three items for him to weave into a short fictional story set in Canberra, capital of Australia. Previous yarns are available to read at http://www.capitalyarns.com.au. Visit to request your own!This podcast features audio versions of the yarns read by Sean's friends and family including Melanie Skinner and Peter Heweston.
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How many episodes does Capital Yarns have?
Capital Yarns currently has 37 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
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Capital Yarns is an experiment in storytelling developed by Sean Costello. He invites social media users to nominate three items for him to weave into a short fictional story set in Canberra, capital of Australia. Previous yarns are available to read at http://www.capitalyarns.com.au. Visit to...
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Capital Yarns is created and hosted by Sean Costello.
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