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Best Is Yet To Come (Audio CD)
$17.99Read moreAdventures in Odyssey audio dramas release the imagination of both young and old as listeners follow a host of characters through adventures in the town of Odyssey. Geared toward kids ages 8 and up, these high-quality audio dramas teach biblical truths and moral foundations for children to make decisions from throughout their lives. They are perfect for car rides and initiating important conversations with kids.
Everything has led to this moment. A new technology created by Odyssey’s own Eugene Meltsner could change medical science as we know it. This new creation would improve the lives of thousands – or even millions! Eugene is the only one who can guide his work into the future, but it means an incredibly difficult decision for the entire Meltsner family. Consequences will ripple through their friends, family, and maybe even the whole world.
Meanwhile, Suzu Rydell pulls Emily Jones into a mystery where the clues contradict themselves. Will they finally work together to solve a bizarre case? And a mysterious phone call gives Penny Bassett an opportunity to bring closure to a dark chapter from her past, but the process comes with its own painful revelations.
As past, present, and future collide at a critical turning point, the folks in Odyssey realize that even in difficult times, The Best is Yet to Come.
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Buckle Up : 6 Stories On Growth And Maturity (Audio CD)
$17.99Read moreAdventures in Odyssey audio dramas release the imagination of both young and old as listeners follow a host of characters through adventures in the town of Odyssey. Geared toward kids ages 8 and up, these high-quality audio dramas teach biblical truths and moral foundations for children to make decisions from throughout their lives.
Lower the lap bar and buckle your seat belt. There’s a wild ride ahead for everyone in Odyssey!
Renee and Horus have a scientific breakthrough of monumental proportions. But there’s a catch: the technology is based on Mr. Whittaker’s Imagination Station and he didn’t give them permission to use it! Will Renee risk her friendship with Whit in the name of science? Meanwhile, Olivia gives her testimony at church and big questions are raised that she can’t answer. Elsewhere in town, friendships are at stake when Buck and Jules hit a rough patch that could endanger theirs, Morrie and Suzu try to find a healthy path toward making new friends, and Wooton faces a courtroom struggle that may pit him against an old friend.
It’s a time of next steps-both forward and backward-as the folks in Odyssey face all sorts of twists and turns. Keep your hands and arms inside the car at all times and Buckle Up!
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28 Hours : 6 Stories On Trust, Truth, And Discernment (Audio CD)
$14.99Read moreThe clock is ticking toward an explosive showdown as the crew from Whit’s End race to solve a heart-pounding mystery in this special, six-part adventure 28 Hours.
Adventures in Odyssey audio dramas release the imagination of both young and old as listeners follow a host of characters through adventures in the town of Odyssey. Geared toward kids ages 7 and up, these high-quality audio dramas teach biblical truths and moral foundations for children to make decisions from throughout their lives. They are perfect for car rides and initiating important conversations with kids.
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Slippery Slope : 6 Stories Of Faith, Friendship And Imagination (Audio CD)
$14.99Read moreAdventures in Odyssey audio dramas release the imagination of both young and old as listeners follow a host of characters through adventures in the town of Odyssey. Geared towards kids ages 8 and up, these audio dramas teach biblical truths and moral foundations for children to make decisions from throughout their lives. Perfect for car rides and initiating important conversations with kids.
In A Slippery Slope, album #71 of the series, a girl loses her faith and walks through the process of seeing if she can ever find it again. Each of the six episodes conveys a strong moral theme:
1. “The Team”-Teamwork
2. “Please Adjust Your Frequency”-Pride
3. “Higher than Our Ways”-Grief
4. “Triple-Decker Sundae”-Faith
5. “Set a Watchman”-Friendship
6. “Worth It”-God’s WayRecently winning the “Radio Program of the Year” from the National Religious Broadcasters Association, the team that creates these audio dramas continues to deliver content children love and adults can trust.
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Fruits Of The Spirit (Audio CD)
$27.99Read moreThis thrilling Adventures in Odyssey compilation album is about the fruits of the Spirit. All nine biblical values from Galatians 5 are included. Love, the first and most multifaceted fruit of the Spirit, has four episodes dedicated to it. Then each of the remaining fruits of the Spirit each have their own episode. These are well-loved episodes and great for teaching children life-giving principles in an entertaining way.
Episode List:
*Love: “Greater Love” / “Wooton Knows Best” / “The Amazing Loser” / “The Greatest of These”*Joy: “Count It All Joy”
*Peace: “Peacemaker”Patience: “Do, for a Change”Kindness: “You’re Two Kind”
*Goodness: “When Bad Isn’t So Good”Faithfulness: “Harlow Doyle, Private Eye”
*Gentleness: “Tuesdays with Wooton”
*Self-Control: “Anger Mismanagement”
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Finding A Way (Audio CD)
$14.99Read moreAdventures in Odyssey volume 70 includes the first episodes ever recorded remotely with the actors in their home studios rather than together in one place. Finding A Way continues storylines and characters from volume 69: Best Kept Secrets. This volume is sure to be a hit with your family and help you initiate great conversations with your kids.
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Best Kept Secrets (Audio CD)
$14.99Read moreLong-held secrets are uncovered and major revelations are commonplace in Adventures in Odyssey Album 69: Best Kept Secrets. Listeners have long wondered about Morrie Rydell’s plans for the kids in Odyssey. All will be revealed and questions will be answered in these episodes. Elsewhere, Jules’s mother suddenly arrives in Odyssey to take Jules back to California, maybe for good. What will happen to Jules, her newfound musical career, and her friends back in Odyssey?
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Jones And Parker Detective Agency (Audio CD)
$24.99Read moreThere’s something mysterious going on in everyone’s favorite town. . . . Odyssey, of course! No mystery is too big or too scary for Emily Jones and Matthew Parker. The Jones and Parker Detective Agency is on the case, but who knows what’s in store for these young detectives?
Adventures in Odyssey is exciting, values-based audio entertainment for the whole family–brought to life by actors who make you feel like part of the experience.
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Out Of The Blue (Audio CD)
$14.99Read moreJaws drop and eyes are opened at the surprises happening around the town of Odyssey. Everyone is finding or learning something unexpected! When Connie’s roommate Jillian sets out to find a job, the hunt takes her all over town. But whether it’s destroying a window display at Triple J Antiques, causing chaos at Odyssey General Hospital, or trying her hand at meteorology, she just can’t catch a break. Will she ever find the perfect fit for her unique skills? Meanwhile, Penny and Wooton have a wonderful surprise to share when her parents come for a visit-if they can ever find the right time to tell them. And Wyatt resorts to using extraordinary methods when he uses a lie detector to show his sister Bridget how much he misses hanging out with her. But the biggest surprises won’t be revealed until you listen to these six adventures. Don’t miss a single twist, turn, or bombshell in Odyssey!
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Trial By Fire (Audio CD)
$14.99Read moreAfter years of searching for his true identity, Buck Oliver may finally get some answers when a painting from his mother suddenly shows up in Odyssey. But along with clues about his family, he also is subjected to the dangers of his past. Elsewhere the Parkers are forced to evacuate their home, and Connie and Jules face roommate troubles. Dramatic conclusions and fresh beginnings abound in these six entertaining and inspiring adventures in Odyssey!
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Under The Surface (Audio CD)
$17.99Read moreA scuba-diving adventure leads to an unlikely investigation as Wooton and Penny try to find the owner of a camera they discovered at the bottom of Trickle Lake. And that’s not the only long-hidden secret being uncovered in Odyssey!
When Whit sends Olivia and Matthew on an Imagination Station adventure to Old Testament days, the pair discovers that their heroes have unpleasant dark sides too. The Jones & Parker Detective Agency investigates an author’s long-lost final manuscript and discovers that the mystery may be bigger than they ever imagined. And after Buck laments his lack of family connections, Eugene takes him on a road trip to find more about the boy’s bewildering personal history.
In these six thrilling adventures, you’ll discover the reason millions of people can’t wait to hear another exciting adventure in Odyssey!
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Humility : Three Character Building Audio Dramas (Audio CD)
$8.99Read moreLessons in HumilityIt’s hard to be humble when other kids brag about themselves, isn’t it? Just stop by Whit’s End and let White, Connie, and your friends from Odyssey show you how they keep their egos in check. Have fun!This collection of previously released episodes will introduce new listeners to the characters of Adventures in Odyssey at a special low price! Each volume features three exciting, action-packed stories. Bible stories, character-building adventures, and historical events are all fair game for object lessons in living. Collect them all!Episode 1. Poetry in Slow Motion [Theme: Asking for help]Episode 2. Do, for a Change [Theme: Humility and patience]Episode 3. Split Ends [Theme: Humility and reconciliation]
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Our Favorites : Actors Picks (Audio CD)
$34.99Read moreAdventures in Odyssey cast members have compiled their favorite episodes from the past 25 years. Learn why these episodes rise to the top for the voices of Odyssey while you listen to over 6 hours of values-based entertainment. Don’t miss the special bonus feature of the live 25th Adventures In Odyssey Birthday Bash show recorded in Dallas on June 16, 2012. Episodes: The Day Independence Came (Donald Long) Peace on Earth (Hal Smith), Feud for Thought (Will Ryan) Moses: The Passover, Parts 1 &2 (Chuck Bolte) A Class Act (Earl Boen) Terror from the Skies (Janet Waldo) Tom for Mayor, Parts 1 &2 (Walker Edmiston) Top This! (Corey Burton) A Name, Not a Number, Parts 1 &2 (Townsend Coleman) Worst Day Ever (Aria Curzon) The Girl In the Sink (Chris Anthony) Nothing But the Half Truth (Jess Harnell) Living in The Gray, Parts 1 &2 (David Griffin) Silent Night (Paul Herlinger) A Thankstaking Story (Andre Stojka) The Malted Milkball Falcon (Zach Callison) Unbecoming Jay (Andy Pessoa) Childish Things (Kimmy Robertson) Home Again, Parts 1 &2 (Katie Leigh)
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Truth Chronicles : 11 Stories On The Power Of Gods Truth (Audio CD)
$27.99Read more12 stories on Christian Worldview!
Join Eugene, Connie and other friends from Odyssey for The Truth Chronicles-12 exciting stories about seeing the world from a Christian perspective. With a little help from the wise John Avery Whittaker and the superhero powers of Captain Absolutely, kids will tackle timeless questions of truth, creation, ethics, and more-all from a fun, biblical perspective you expect from Adventures in Odyssey.
Each values-based, character-building episode is designed to correspond with lessons from Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project. And with an easy-to-use discussion guide, it’s a great way for parents and kids to share what they’re learning each week.
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Lost And Found (Audio CD)
$24.99Read more4 Cds
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Could the newest singing sensation be found right here in Odyssey? The popular TV show America Sings! comes to small-town U.S.A., and Connie, Wooton, Bart, and Tamika decide to audition for their shot at fame. But do they have what it takes to be the last singer standing? Meanwhile, Eugene and Katrina are off to Africa in a race to discover the truth about Eugene’s past before a raging river sweeps them away! This special four-cd compilation features all six episodes from The Mystery of the Lost Village, the six stories of Odditions, and Bonus Features! When it’s all said and done, what’s eventually discovered is far more significant–and memorable–than what was momentarily lost. -
Eugene Returns : 12 Stories On Relationships Compassion And More (Audio CD)
$27.99Read more1. The Present Long Ago
2. The Last “I Do”
3. Tuesdays With Wooton
4. A Most Intriguing Question
5. A Most Surprising Answer
6. A Most Extraordinary Conclusion
7. Lost By A Nose
8. Two Friends And A Truck
9. The Power Of One
10. The Invisible Dog
11. For Better Or For Worse, Part I
12. For Better Or For Worse, Part II
300+ MinutesAdditional Info
Whether new to the show or longtime fans, listeners won’t be disappointed by these 12 action-packed episodes. The Present Long Ago is one of many stories that feature kids in Odyssey learning important lessons, while seven episodes star Eugene–including his exciting re-introduction. In that three-part show, Whit breaks the shocking news: Eugene has amnesia, a loss of memory with no viable cure. Connie, Tom, and Bernard will stop at nothing to help their friend, including a risky experiment. It’s an adventure over 17 years in the making: Eugene Returns!Also available in two parts–44a (episodes 1-6): A Most Surprising Return, and 44b (episodes 7-12): A Most Amazing Event. -
Friendship : Three Character Building Audio Dramas (Audio CD)
$6.99Read more70 Minutes
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This collection of previously released episodes is a great way to introduce new listeners to the characters and the early days of Adventures in Odyssey at the low price of only $5.99 each! Collect them all! Each volume features three exciting, action-packed stories. Bible stories, character-building adventures, and historical events are all fair game for object lessons in living. -
Compassion : Three Character Building Audio Dramas (Audio CD)
$6.99Read moreDo you have the courage to be kind? With a little help from Whit and the gang, you’ll discover why being kind to others always pays off. Remember, it’s easy to be a bully. But it’s right to be kind. These three exciting episodes will give you some great pointers.
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Heroes : 12 Stories On Thankfulness Salvation And More (Audio CD)
$24.99Read more4 CDs
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What makes someone a hero?In this collection, the Odyssey gang learns that heroes take many forms. But ultimately, the gang at Whit’s End realizes that trusting in God, the greatest Hero of all, will start them on one thrilling journey after another. Join the fun and cheer on these Heroes!
Bonus Material
* The creation of Eugene Melstner
* How is actress Katie Leigh like Connie?
* The many voices of Bob Luttrell
* The inspiration for ” Peace on Earth”
* Behind-the-scenes color booklet with photos!Episodes:
Back To School – Making new friends
The Shepherd And The Giant – Biblical history
Mike Makes Right – Pride, handling power
Rumor Has It – The dangers of gossip
Heroes – Hero worship
Thank You, God – Being thankful
Karen – Dealing with death
Connie, Part 1 – Salvation
Connie, Part 2
A Single Vote – Civic responsibility
The Sacred Trust – The folly of making promises you can’t keep
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Adventure Begins : 12 Stories On Persistence Giving And More (Audio CD)
$24.99Read more360 Minutes On 4 CDs
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The Adventure Begins!Welcome to a small town called Odyssey – where big things happen! These 12 classic shows laid the foundation for the lively characters and heartwarming stories that are the hallmark of Adventures In Odyssey. It’s a great place for new listeners to start, and longtime fans can relive the whimsical history!
Bonus Material:
* Clip Of “Family Portraits” episode (the show that inspired Adventures In Odyssey!}
* Paul McCusker talks about Whit’s family
* Actress Katie Leigh on the creation of Connie
* Officer Harley featurette
* Naming John Avery Whittaker
* Behind-the-scenes color booklet with photos!Episodes
Whit’s Flop – The very first episode!
A Member Of The Family, Part 1 – We meet Whit’s family!
A Member Of The Family, Part 2
The Life Of The Party – A story about acceptance
Connie Comes To Town – We meet Connie Kendall
Recollections – The story of Whit’s End
Gifts For Madge And Guy – A Christmas fable
The Day After Christmas – A story about loving one another year-round
Promises, Promises – A story about New Year’s resolutions
Nothing To Fear – A story about courage in God
The Tangled Web – A story about dishonesty
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In Your Wildest Dreams (Audio CD)
$24.99Read more16 Episodes
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You won’t believe what’s going on in Odyssey these days! Eugene and the kids at Whit’s End build an invention that looks just like Whit, Aubrey battles a lion in her own backyard, and Bernard tells a wild tale about God’s grace. Of course, it’s all In Your Wildest Dreams, in this latest album from Adventures in Odyssey!Includes:
Sunset Bowlawater
Long Way Home
Changing Rodney
Lyin’ Tale
Two Roads
No Boundaries
The Bad Guy
Bethany’s Flood
Potlucks and Poetry
What Do You Think?
Idol Minds
I Slap Floor
A Matter of Manners
The Seven Deadly Dwarves
Mandy’s Debut
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Search For Whit (Audio CD)
$24.99Read more1. BTV: Compassion
2. Letting Go
3. With A Little Help From My Friends
4. The Time Of Our Lives
5. Memories Of Jerry
6. Blessings In Disguise
7. What Are You Gonna Do With Your Life?
8. Blind Justice
9. A Question About Tasha
10. The Search For Whit
4 CDsAdditional Info
While life goes on in odyssey, something’s gone terribly wrong in the Middle East, where Mr. Whittaker’s been working for the past year. Before they know it, Jason and Eugene are caught in a web of international intrigue, complete with major archeological discoveries, kidnappings and double-crossing secret agents! But will they be able to find Whit before the terrorist do? -
Darkness Before Dawn (Audio CD)
$27.99Read more4 CDs
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An unprecedented wave of criminal activity has broken over the town, and its citizens are stunned. Thefts, broken windows, graffiti. . . Who on earth is behind this outbreak of lawlessness? It’s up to the crew at Whit’s End to find out. But as Jack, Jason, Eugene and the others set out to uncover the answer, they face a tremendous test of faith, friendship and forgiveness. Will they get through this dark time to see the light of dawn?Includes:
A Little Credit, Please
Small Fires, Little Pools
Angels Unaware
Gathering Thunder
Moving Targets
Hard Losses
The Return
The Time Has Come
Checkmate
Another Chance
The Last Resort
The Final Conflict