Dorktales Podcast: Episode 63
Redge’s K.N.I.G.H.T. School
Welcome to Redge’s K.N.I.G.H.T. School, the Knowledgeably Noble Institution for Gallant Hero Training! Here Hedge Knights in training discover their own inner powers, cultivate their courage, celebrate everyone as they are, defend the realm from darkness, and BRAVELY bring about the light. Young Archie doubts he has the right stuff, afraid that he will never be worthy enough to take such a hedge pledge. He’s ready to leap when he learns that he already possesses exemplary knighthood qualities—a kind heart, the curiosity to learn, and the power of his own story!
This episode includes the song, Firefly Light, an anthem to our own heroic journeys and the importance of our communities and the stories we share together.
SPECIAL MESSAGE FOR PARENTS AND EDUCATORS: In our stories, we incorporate empowering messages and lessons for kids, especially those who are being marginalized and misunderstood. This is an important episode for our team because both voice actors are on the autism spectrum—one who is a seasoned professional and the other who is just beginning his acting career. They embody the themes in this story: to be yourself, share your gifts, empower others, and brave your fears to bring about the light. They are working together to find their places in a world that doesn’t always accept those who are different.
BECOME A DORKTALES SUPPORTER: Be the hero of our neurodiverse team’s storytelling journey and help us continue making great kids’ stories and content for families.
Podcast Episode Credits
Narration, Voice Over and Podcast Host: Jonathan Cormur
Scriptwriter and Show Producer: Molly Murphy
Sound Production, Audio Editing and Mastering: Jermaine Hamilton
Podcast Episode Illustration: Arthur Lin
Title Design and Layout: Jeri DeMartini
Guest Voice Actor
Langston Sardella is a 13-year-old actor, author, comedian, and neurodivergent force of nature. He recently participated in the RespectAbility Children’s Content Lab Showcase sponsored by Netflix and also played a lead role in a short film about an autistic boy and his twin brother. If there is a subject you’re interested in (from world history to Pokemon to Dungeons and Dragons), he probably knows a few things about it. He is represented by Carson-Adler Agency and Innovative Artists.
GET FIREFLY LIGHT ON BANDCAMP: The music featured in this episode is Firefly Light, written by Molly Murphy. Add it to your family’s music playlist!
Firefly Light Credits
Writer/Producer: Molly Murphy
Performed by: Molly Murphy, Monique Hafen Adams, Kristin Schmitz
Guitar: E.W. Harris
Additional Vocals: Jenni Messner, Dani Lencioni
Additional instrumentation: Phil Harris
Mixed: Molly Murphy
Mastered: Jermaine Hamilton at Hamilton Studios