Stories from the Creek
by Curt Iles
Greetings. Welcome to our Creekbank Stories podcast. We believe you’ll enjoy our stories shared from the heart. You can learn more on our YouTube Channel @curtiles56 Our website at www,creekbank.net features over 1500 blog posts written over the past two decades. Please visit our Creekbank Facebook page at the TheCreekTribe and read our short daily notes on Life. Sign up for our weekly Creekbank Stories email. We’d love to have you join our Creekbank Family. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://creekbank.us2.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=85a1f800bfceae3d97af520dd&id=
Episodes
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Memorial Day 2025: A Story to Remember: Sgt. Leroy Johnson
"A Soldier's Story" by Curt Iles From the Creekbank Stories book, Wind in the Pines. There's always more at www.creekbank.net
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Chapter 2 "Just Show Up" from our latest book, "The Three Trees."
It's simple. But so true. If you're supposed to be somewhere. Just show up.
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A Broken Cup
Chapter 62 "A Broken Cup" from 'Where I Come From.' Read the entire chapter at www.creekbank.net
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Our 14 Creekbank Books
Enjoy the story of our 14 Creekbank Books
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Tradeoffs: When Two Fools Meet
Life is full of decisions. Most are small. Others are changing. They have this in common: they involve tradeoffs. You gain things while giving up others. Be sure to count the cost. You’ll enjoy the three stories this chapter is built around. As always, Enjoy! www.creekbank.net...
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The Sign Phantom of Dry Creek
You'll enjoy one of our favorite stories, "The Sign Phantom of Dry Creek." Sit back and enjoy,
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The Dry Creek Tabernacle
Join us for Episode 23 of the Creekbank Stories podcast. Today we'll visit the Tabernacle at Dry Creek Baptist Camp. This historic building has played a special place in thousands of lives throughout Louisiana and beyond. Curt will share about the Tabernacle's meaning in his life and a long-ago...
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A Dry Creek Haircut
A Dry Creek Haircut You'll enjoy meeting one of the influencers of childhood, Pete Harper, Dry Creek's Circuit-Riding. You can read the blog post at www.creekbank.net View the story at our YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@curtiles56
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The Old House aat the End of the Road
The Old House at the End of the Road If it’s possible to love a house like a person, Then the Lord knows I love this old house. It’s a place that reminds me of family, And the things in life that really mean the most. It’s a place I return to when I’m lonely. . . . . . Or it seems I’ve lost my…
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Professor Cavanaugh's Best Lecture
Some lessons are timeless. "Professor Cavanaugh's Best Lecture" still affects and moves readers. As always, Enjoy! More at www.creekbank.net
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Six Feet Deep in Trouble
The best stories are always fun to tell. "Six Feet" is one of those. It's a true story, although I might have embellished it some. (All memorable stories are embellished; some more than others). Like any remarkable story, "Six Feet" offers lessons on grief, empathy, and connection. It's set…
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Leaning Trees
Thoughts after Hurricane Rita: My small stand of young pines are leaning. State forester Paul Frey, “Don’t give up on these leaning pines. Most will straighten up and grow tall. Don’t lose your investment.” Don’t give up on those leaning trees. I’ve worked with teenagers all of my life. I’ve seen...
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The Lost Art of Snake-popping
My stories originate from the home of my people: the strip of western Louisiana called "The Neutral Territory" or "No Man's Land." Today's story is set in 1860, deep in the Louisiana Pineywoods of No Man's Land. You'll love Mayo Moore's narration of "Snake-Popping" from our second novel, A Good...
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Unused Power: A fun story with a punch
Manuel "Curt" Green was one of my favorite Dry Creek old-timers. You'll enjoy the story of his rocky transition from an old Ford tractor to a five-speed Datsun truck. It's my favorite type of story: a fun tale with a memorable spiritual application. As always, Enjoy! Curt If you haven't…
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A Reader Favorite: "Watch Out for the Fish"
Join us for Episode 15 of the Creekbank Podcast. Today, we're sharing "Watch Out for the Fish." It's one of my favorite stories to tell. Thanks for being a faithful listener. We'd love to hear from you at [email protected] This story is also on our YouTube Channel @curtiles56. We have over 1500...
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How to Feed a Stray Cat
Join Curt as he shares that things aren't always the way we see them. Meet a stray cat named Sam in the Walmart parking lot. This is episode 14 in Season 1. Enjoy!
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"Our Father Knows Best" A Heathly View of Death
My Dad, Clayton Iles, was a remarkable man. He spent his entire blue-collar career as a surveyor for the Highway Department, but he spent his entire life loving other people. Daddy was the most fascinating person I’ve known. Today’s story is taken from my third short story collection, Wind in the...
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A Reader Favorite: Brother Hodges' Best Sermon
I have well over 1000 blogs, and "Brother Hodges' Sermon" has always been a reader favorite. I've told the story hundreds of times since I wrote it in 2001. It continues to move people. I hope it moves you as it has me. Enjoy! SCI Curt iles
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An April Fool's Day story that you'll laugh out loud!
Happy April Fool’s Day I love April Fool’s Day. I’m an unreformed prankster. I’ve pulled some fine pranks on April 1, and just as importantly, I’ve had a multitude of pranks on me. Don’t dish it out if you can’t take it. This is my favorite April Fool’s story.
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The Cardinal and Mr. Smith's Plane
A red cardinal. A man who loved to fly. The joy of doing what you love.
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The Old House is Alive Again
Most of you know how the Dry Creek Old House is a special part of my life. It's been mostly dark and empty since 1970. I decided to change that one cold night. I turned every light on and the magic began. Enjoy! Please share with your friends.
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I'm sorry. Will you forgive me?
You'll enjoy this week's podcast, "I'm Sorry. Will you forgive me?" We'll start our story with a memorable encounter at the Rapides Parish Courthouse, then travel the rough roads of South Sudan before turning for home with a lesson to remember. Enjoy! You can read this story at our blog...
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Life from Behind a Screen Door
The Old House in Dry Creek has nine screen doors, each with its own personality and sound. Join us for a fun episode at The Creek.
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"Falling Outs"
"Falling Outs" In Episode 6 of the Creekbank Podcast, Curt shares two stories on broken relationships and how they can be mended. You'll meet two unforgettable brothers and sisters and learn an important lesson in life. Enjoy! Listen, Share this podcast with others. SCI
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Outdoor Living
You'll enjoy our latest podcast episode, "Outdoor Living." Travel with us from the front porch to a special tree north of Leesville.
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The Seed Tree: Thoughts on Legacy
Join us at The Creekbank as we begin our winding journey through Louisiana's No Man's Land. First stop: The Seed Tree, a majestic pine along La. Hwy 113 near Ten Mile, Louisiana.
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"The Evening Holler" told by Curt Iles
Join Curt Iles on the Old House porch as he shares one of his most beloved stories, "The Evening Holler." Pull up your rocker and take a journey back to 1892. "The Evening Holler is featured in two of Curt's short story collections, Stories from the Creekbank and Deep Roots. "The Evening Holler"…
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The 8th of January: Not just another day
The fiddle song "The Eighth of January" celebrates the American victory over the British at the Battle of New Orleans on January 8, 1815. But it's more than just a 19th century tune. "The 8th of January" is the foundation for the classic ballad, "The Battle of New Orleans. You'll enjoy the...
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Stories from the Old House in Dry Creek
In Episode 1, Curt Iles shares about how his family came to live in the No Man's Land of western Louisiana. Recorded at the Old House soundstage with crackling fire background, squeaking rocker, and Bandit the dog treeing a possum in the edge of the woods. Enjoy! Curt Iles [email protected]...
About this show
Greetings.
Welcome to our Creekbank Stories podcast.
We believe you’ll enjoy our stories shared from the heart.
You can learn more on our YouTube Channel @curtiles56
Our website at www,creekbank.net features over 1500 blog posts written over the past two decades.
Please visit our Creekbank Facebook page at the TheCreekTribe and read our short daily notes on Life.
Sign up for our weekly Creekbank Stories email. We’d love to have you join our Creekbank Family.
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