Timeless Tales is a serial podcast where every season we tell an adaptation of a classic novel. A new Episode is released every week on Tuesdays. Season one brings Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic novel Treasure Island vividly to life for a new generation of listeners aged 7 to 16. Set sail alongside young Jim Hawkins as a mysterious map, a shadowy cast of pirates, and whispers of buried gold draw him into a dangerous and thrilling journey across the open sea.

From creaking ships and tropical islands to secret plots and shifting loyalties, this adaptation stays true to the heart of Treasure Island while reshaping the story into a gripping, age-appropriate listening experience. Told in clear, immersive episodes, Timeless Tales blends classic literature with cinematic storytelling, making timeless stories accessible, exciting, and easy to follow for younger audiences—without losing the depth and adventure that have captivated readers for generations.

Each episode is carefully adapted to balance suspense, action, and character, encouraging imagination, curiosity, and a love of great stories. Whether discovering Treasure Island for the first time or revisiting it anew, listeners are invited on a journey filled with courage, betrayal, and the irresistible call of adventure. New episodes are released every week.

Subscribers enjoy early access to episodes and an ad-free listening experience, making it easier than ever to dive straight into the story and stay one step ahead on the hunt for treasure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast is an adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's Classic Treasure Island, first published in 1883.

Narrated by Ryan Wolf

Produced and Edited by Jacob Masters

Marketing Bella Offner

Web Jacob Saffle

For any questions please email brevitystudiosnz@gmail.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Young Jim Hawkins’ quiet life at his parents’ seaside inn changes forever when a gruff, mysterious sailor named Billy Bones arrives. The man warns Jim to watch for “a one-legged sailor” and pays to stay hidden. Strange visitors follow, and danger begins to creep closer. Jim senses the sailor is hiding a dark secret—one that will soon pull him into a world of pirates, maps, and buried treasure.

This podcast is an adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's Classic Treasure Island, first published in 1883.

Narrated by Ryan Wolf

Produced and Edited by Jacob Masters

Marketing Bella Offner

Web Jacob Saffle

For any questions please email brevitystudiosnz@gmail.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jim Hawkins meets Black Dog, a frightening stranger who confronts Billy Bones at the inn. Their tense argument reveals the captain’s pirate past and leaves him shaken. Though Black Dog vanishes suddenly, the threat feels real. Jim realises dangerous people are searching for something Billy Bones wants to keep hidden.

This podcast is an adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's Classic Treasure Island, first published in 1883.

Narrated by Ryan Wolf

Produced and Edited by Jacob Masters

Marketing Bella Offner

Web Jacob Saffle

For any questions please email brevitystudiosnz@gmail.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jim Hawkins is frightened when strange pirates arrive at the inn with a terrifying symbol called the Black Spot. They accuse old Billy Bones of terrible crimes and demand his sea chest. As the pirates argue, Billy collapses and dies, leaving Jim and his mother alone and in danger. Jim bravely grabs the chest and escapes into the night, knowing pirates are close behind. The adventure grows darker, faster, and far more dangerous than before.

This podcast is an adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's Classic Treasure Island, first published in 1883.

Narrated by Ryan Wolf

Produced and Edited by Jacob Masters

Marketing Bella Offner

Web Jacob Saffle

For any questions please email brevitystudiosnz@gmail.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jim tells his mother everything, and together they realise the pirates will return for the captain’s belongings. With no one willing to help them, they bravely go back to the inn alone. Inside, they open the sea chest and find strange treasures and papers. As the blind man returns, Jim and his mother flee into the night.

This podcast is an adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's Classic Treasure Island, first published in 1883.

Narrated by Ryan Wolf

Produced and Edited by Jacob Masters

Marketing Bella Offner

Web Jacob Saffle

For any questions please email brevitystudiosnz@gmail.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jim hides and watches as pirates attack the inn, searching desperately for something already gone. Their leader, the blind man Pew, rages in the road until help arrives on horseback. The pirates flee, Pew is killed, and Jim finally leaves the ruined inn behind, carrying the secret everyone wanted.

This podcast is an adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's Classic Treasure Island, first published in 1883.

Narrated by Ryan Wolf

Produced and Edited by Jacob Masters

Marketing Bella Offner

Web Jacob Saffle

For any questions please email brevitystudiosnz@gmail.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jim arrives safely at Doctor Livesey’s house and hands over the packet the pirates wanted so badly. Inside are a strange account book and a carefully sealed map. As the men study it, they realise the truth at last: it leads to Captain Flint’s buried treasure. Plans are made for a voyage, but the doctor warns that danger is far from over—and secrecy is now their greatest protection.

This podcast is an adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's Classic Treasure Island, first published in 1883.

Narrated by Ryan Wolf

Produced and Edited by Jacob Masters

Marketing Bella Offner

Web Jacob Saffle

For any questions please email brevitystudiosnz@gmail.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jim Hawkins joins Doctor Livesey and Squire Trelawney as preparations for the voyage begin. In Bristol they hire a ship, the Hispaniola, and a lively crew led by the one-legged cook, Long John Silver. Jim is excited, unaware that danger and secrets are already aboard as plans move forward quickly.

This podcast is an adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's Classic Treasure Island, first published in 1883.

Narrated by Ryan Wolf

Produced and Edited by Jacob Masters

Marketing Bella Offner

Web Jacob Saffle

For any questions please email brevitystudiosnz@gmail.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.