For the month of May, it's MAYHEM on Story Salad Quest Mode! Three words, one story starter and four minutes to use them all, go on an adventure and find a conclusion. Can Matt and Carlo achieve the huge task they've set for themselves? You'll have to listen to find out.
The story of the sunken city
27/04/2026 | 8 mins.
At the bottom of the ocean, there's an ancient Roman city sitting mysteriously intact. Matt and Carlo bring you deep underwater to meet Octavia the Octopus and solve the strange situation. Thank you to Quest Head Frank for this Story Starter, and Happy Birthday!
The story of the trapped traders
20/04/2026 | 8 mins.
One day, the usual Saturday traders didn't arrive at the village so young Layla head off to figure out what had happened. Join Matt and Carlo on this dramatic, perilous adventure filled with avalanches and a persistent echo. Thank you to Quest Head Frances for this Story Starter.
The story of bumbley's solo tango
13/04/2026 | 8 mins.
The big dance competition is coming up and eek! Crocio the Crocodile has broken his leg! Will Bumbley the Bumblebee be able to step up to the challenge, and dance his fuzzy little heart out solo? It's the story of a small town dancer with big town dreams. Thank you to Quest Head Eshe for this brilliant story starter!
The story of the Grandmaster Teddy
06/04/2026 | 7 mins.
Every night, when everyone is sleeping, all Emmy's teddy bears come to life. They start chanting in a circle... but what happens next?! Listen to expert improvisers Matt Backer and Carlo Ritchie figure it out and make up the ending on the spot! Thank you to Quest Head Emilie for this dramatic story starter.
Our hosts, Matt Backer and Carlo Ritchie, have been banished into a galaxy far, far away and must collect special story objects to return home to the Story Salad Studio.
Guided by your word suggestions, their journey is filled with outlandish realms and eccentric characters, brought to life by a stellar cast of celebrity guests.
Join Rove McManus, Susie Youssef, Becky Lucas, Shane Jenek, and the Fairbairn Brothers as they make surprise appearances throughout the series.
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