MASHUPS - by Kids Listen
Mashups is a new series, brought to you by Kids Listen, a trusted source for finding high-quality podcasts for your family. Get ready to discover a new favorite for your own podcast playlist! Every episode brings together two different podcast creators who will introduce you to each other’s podcasts, play a game you can play along with that mashes up their styles and brings out their personalities. At the very end you’ll get the scoop on some behind-the-scenes trivia they’ve never shared before on their own podcasts.
Bonus · Mon, June 12, 2023
2023 Kids Listen Summer Sampler - Miss Lynn intro version
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S3 E10 · Sun, July 24, 2022
Ep10 Little ears snacky ears put em on your listening ears
This season finale has a few games for you to play along with, and they are all about ears. That’s because our Kids Listen friends are none other than Ear Snack’s Andrew & Polly mashed up with Little News Ears’ Dan Buck, Genesis and little Addie. Ears - a perfectly sound season finale topic with lots of fun gunk to explore. We start off with a highlight they each share showcasing their mash-up partner’s pod, and end with a personal contribution created just for your listening ears. Mashups is a podcast that introduces you to some of our talented Kids Listen friends: Ear Snacks Little News Ears Music: Melly & Miss Lynn Produced & hosted by Tal Kelly
S3 E9 · Sun, July 10, 2022
Ep9: Dorktales for Wonderful Children
These two storytellers turned this episode of Mashups into a spontaneous spectacle. Dorktales Storytime voice actor Jonathan Cormur joins forces with Stories for Wonderful Children’s Dan Wendelin. Together they improv their way to a wonderfully dorky story made just for you. We start off with a highlight they each share showcasing their mash-up partner’s pod, and end with a personal contribution created just for you listeners. Mashups is a podcast that introduces you to some of our talented Kids Listen friends: Dorktales Storytime Stories for Wonderful Children Music: Melly & Miss Lynn Produced & hosted by Tal Kelly
S3 E8 · Sun, June 26, 2022
Ep8 Kids know Jack Lets Pod into the Future
On this episode of Mashups you will meet two podcasts that are passionate about our kids’ future. Join Kids Pod’s Aimee Chan and Jack to the future’s Jack as we play a game of scattergories. We start off with a highlight they each share showcasing their mash-up partner’s pod, and end with a personal contribution created just for you listeners. Mashups is a podcast that introduces you to some of our talented Kids Listen friends: Kids Pod Jack To The Future Music: Melly & Miss Lynn Produced & hosted by Tal Kelly
S3 E7 · Sun, June 12, 2022
Ep7: A Mystery Recipe that's At Your Level
Meet two engaging podcasts that invite you to be on their shows. Join us for a sound guessing game with Mystery Recipe’s Molly Birnbaum and Chad Chenail and At Your Level’s Ari Kelly, Chloe Wesson, Swara Viswanath and our Mashups host (and Ari's mom), Tal Kelly. We start off with a highlight they each share showcasing their mash-up partner’s pod, and end with a personal contribution created just for you listeners. Mashups is a podcast that introduces you to some of our talented Kids Listen friends: Mystery Recipe At Your Level Music: Melly & Miss Lynn Produced & hosted by Tal Kelly
S3 E6 · Sun, May 29, 2022
Ep6: Pastime and The Curious Lunch
These two podcasts teach us a lot about ourselves, through our past and through the foods we eat. The Past and the Curious’ Mick Sullivan joins us for a mashup game of ‘fun facts’ along with Hannah Fordin and Harry Rosenblum of Time for Lunch. Harry’s kids Moxie and Frank join in the fun; we hope you will too. We start off with a highlight they each share showcasing their mash-up partner’s pod, and end with a personal contribution created just for you listeners. Mashups is a podcast that introduces you to some of our talented Kids Listen friends: The Past and The Curious Time For Lunch Mick's new book I See Lincoln's Underpants & of course The Meatshower book Fun episode with Mick & WIW's Mr. Eric The Heritage Network Music: Melly & Miss Lynn Produced & hosted by Tal Kelly
S3 E5 · Sun, May 15, 2022
Ep5: Like Your Best Day: A Mindfulness Mashup
Meet two mindfulness podcasts. Our friends Noah of Like You and Marjorie of Best Day Yet, along with her kids North and Amelie join us. What kind of game do you think we could play with two mindfulness podcasts? We start off with a highlight they each share showcasing their mash-up partner’s pod, and end with a personal contribution created just for you listeners. Mashups is a podcast that introduces you to some of our talented Kids Listen friends: Like You Best Day Yet Music: Melly & Miss Lynn Produced & hosted by Tal Kelly
S3 E4 · Sun, May 01, 2022
Ep4: The Curious Childrens Conversation Got An Hour
It’s time to have more kids on our show! Katie Stone, Executive Producer of The Children’s Hour brings some of her crew to join Emma and Xavier of Curious Conversations. We had a lot of fun playing together, we hope you’ll join us and play along. We start off with a highlight they each share showcasing their mash-up partner’s pod, and end with a personal contribution created just for you listeners. Mashups is a podcast that introduces you to some of our talented Kids Listen friends: The Children's Hour Curious Conversations Music: Melly & Miss Lynn Produced & hosted by Tal Kelly
S3 E3 · Sun, April 17, 2022
Ep3: A Tell Tale Journey with Girls After Your Own Heart
Do you love stories? In this episode you meet two inspiring tale tellers. Our friends Rebecca Cunnigham Executive Producer and Host of Girl Tales and Kathleen Pelley - Author, Scottish Storyteller and Speaker are challenged in a storytelling game of idioms. Would you like to take a turn of phrase yourself? See if you can try out this challenging mashup game with your family. Here's a list of idioms in case you'd like to play too. Mashups is a podcast that introduces you to some of our talented Kids Listen friends: Girl Tales Journey with Story Music: Melly & Miss Lynn Produced & hosted by Tal Kelly
S3 E2 · Sun, April 03, 2022
Ep2: Ten Times the Newsy News (without bubbles)
Meet two news podcasts. Would you rather play reporter and ask the questions or be in the spotlight? We thought it might be fun for you to play along with how news is made. Our friends Leela and Lyndee of Newsy Pooloozi have news of their own - they had to change their name! Join us as The Ten News’ curator and producer Tracy Leads Kaplan asks the hard-hitting questions. We also invited The Ten News’ Bethany Van Delft to represent! We start off with a highlight they each share showcasing their mash-up partner’s pod, and end with a personal contribution created just for you listeners. Mashups is a podcast that introduces you to some of our talented Kids Listen friends: The Ten News Newsy Pooloozi Music: Melly & Miss Lynn Produced & hosted by Tal Kelly
S3 E1 · Sun, March 20, 2022
Ep1: Good Words About Animals
Meet two smart podcasts that make learning fun! The Good Words Podcast’s Lynn and Cool Facts About Animals’ Ali and her kids Grady, Clara & Teddy bring their collective wit, acumen and phat lexicon to the table. See if you can play along and test your knowledge of words used to describe groups of different animals. We start off with a highlight they each share showcasing their mash-up partner’s pod, and end with a personal contribution created just for you listeners. Mashups is a podcast that introduces you to some of our talented Kids Listen friends: Cool Facts About Animals The Good Words Podcast Music: Melly & Miss Lynn Produced & hosted by Tal Kelly
Trailer · Sat, March 05, 2022
Introducing Mashups! A New Show from the Members of Kids Listen
Mashups is a new podcast, brought to you by Kids Listen, that introduces you to some of our talented friends. We want you to get a taste of these kidcasts and their pods. In each episode we ‘mash up’ two KL podcasts, first through an introductory clip, then a game that mashes up their styles and brings out their personalities, and ending with a behind the scenes bit they chose to share with you.
Bonus · Wed, December 01, 2021
Kids Listen Back To School Collab
Get in the ‘back to school’ mindset and have a listen. Eight of us Kids Listen member podcasts created a short offering on the theme of this year’s return to school as a sampling for you and your family. Collaborators in the order in which they appear in the episode: The Fina Mendoza Mysteries - www.chesapeakepress.org/finamendozapodcast All Things Madison - www.ShopMadisonLauren.com Nature Narratives - www.NatureNarrativesPodcast.com At Your Level - www.AtYourLevelPod.com Journey with Story - www.journeywithstory.com Best Whatever Ever - www.thebestwhateverever.com Stories for Wonderful Children - www.storiesforwonderfulchildren.com Book Club For Kids - www.bookclubforkids.org
S2 E33 · Tue, May 25, 2021
Dorktales Storytime Podcast: Hedy Lamarr
In this episode, we hear from Jonathan Cormur, host and storyteller of the Dorktales Storytime Podcast. Travel back in time to listen to “The Dorktales Broadcasting System” radio broadcast about the life of Hedy Lamarr! Who knew that Hollywood’s famous film star from the 1930s and 40s was one of the most brilliant minds of her time? Adored by the public as “the most beautiful woman in the world,” Hedy Lamarr’s real talent was technological innovation and invention—from light up dog collars and updated stop lights to aircraft wing design. Her crowning achievement—frequency-hopping—is what makes cell phones, GPS, Bluetooth and wi-fi networks possible. After you listen, we’ll challenge you to use your imagination in an activity inspired by Hedy Lamarr’s curiosity and passion for invention. Now let’s listen to the story and learn more about this amazing hero of history!
S2 E33 · Tue, May 11, 2021
Buttons and Figs: Activity Books
Do you like to say the words, Activity Books? Do you like all the puzzles and games found in Activity Books? Then you'll love comedy musician Mike Phirman's new album titled, "Activity Books". In this episode you'll get to hear one of the songs from his new EP, "Word Search/Vacuum", featuring the voice of Weird Al Yankovich, and you'll get to hear our funny and fabulous interview with Mike about how he became famous and about his unfortunate experience with a vacuum. Buttons & Figs kids will also share ways to wordplay, inspired by this fabulous album. https://buttonsandfigs.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/buttons_figs_activity_ep_7_111516.pdf
S2 E32 · Tue, May 04, 2021
Story On: Dotty and Stripes Forever
Today, we hear from Story On, a podcast about creating and sharing stories. Laura talks about how she created a silly story about friendship. Then, she shares the story "Dotty and Stripes Forever." Dotty and Stripes are a mismatched pair of socks. Stripes gets tired of the same old thing and decides to take off on an epic adventure. Things go wrong almost immediately but, lucky for Stripes, Dotty will do anything to help his best friend. Are they just two stray socks destined for the garbage or the perfect pair? Find out in this foot-warming tale. After the episode, choose from a sewing or a writing activity.
S2 E31 · Tue, April 27, 2021
At Your Level: Video Games
What’s more fun than playing video games? Listening to this video games episode of course! Ari interviews [minecraft.net]Minecraft’s Rebecca Gordius , plays out some “would you rather” scenarios in the Virtual Beastro and nerds out about how video games affect us. We packed lots of fun segments for you to play along! Kid guests: Interview: Eli, Ben, Mason & Oliver Virtual BeastRo: Dominic & Roland biZaRrE ASMR: Madrona, Audrey, Zea, Claudia & Isla [minecraft.net]Minecraft interview: Rebecca Gordius , Global Communications Manager, Minecraft at Microsoft Cover Art: Thomas R. Nerd Out references: This is Your Child's Brain on Video Games How Addiction Hijacks The Brain Kids Listen Activity Podcast : Download the PDF for the 'Riddle Me This' activity Kids Listen recommendations: The Past & The Curious April Eight All Things Madison
S2 E30 · Tue, April 20, 2021
Nature Just Got Real: Earth Day 2021
Celebrate Earth Day with Nature Just Got Real, and then head to KidsListen.org for the activity
S2 E30 · Tue, April 13, 2021
Noodle Loaf - Mangoes and Drums
Noodle Loaf brings fun music games for kids about fresh fruit and drums of the world. After (or during) the show, make your own homemade drum using your imagination and/or inspiration from one of the linked tutorials below. Then search "Noodle Loaf" in your favorite podcast app for more episodes containing rhythm games, singalong songs and music activities for kids of all ages.
S2 E29 · Tue, April 06, 2021
Kids Listen Activity Podcast
In this episode, we hear from Jonathan Cormur, host and storyteller of the Dorktales Storytime Podcast. This episode features one of the podcasts, “Hidden Heroes of History” episodes on Louis Armstrong. It’s a tale of Mississippi river boats, parasol parades and breaking racial barriers…it’s about a man who built a music legacy and a legacy beyond music. After you listen, we’ll challenge you to use your imagination in an activity inspired by Mr. Armstrong’s life. Now let’s listen to the story and learn more about this amazing hero of history! Find the activities related to this podcast here:
S2 E28 · Tue, March 30, 2021
This Week in the Multiverse: How to Tell a Scary Story
Enjoy this episode and then head over to KidsListen.org for a quick fun lesson on how to get spooky on your own.
S2 E27 · Tue, March 23, 2021
Story On: Beware the Flowers of the Forest
This week, we hear from Story On, a podcast about creating and sharing stories. In this episode, Laura talks about the different elements commonly found in fairy tales. Then, she shares her fairy tale "Beware the Flowers of the Forest." Farmer Wyatt and his horse Ivy are traveling down an unfamiliar road when they find themselves drawn to a nearby forest with the most incredible flowers. When Wyatt bends down to smell the beautiful blossoms, he is instantly spellbound and doomed to spend the rest of his days stuck in the horrible paradise. Being immune to the spell, Ivy sets off to find the evil sorceress Belina in order to convince her to break the spell. Little does she know Belina isn't much for conversation. Will Ivy find a way to free Wyatt or will they remain in the enchanted forest for all of eternity!? After you listen, choose between drawing the evil sorceress Belina or writing your own fairy tale!
S2 E26 · Wed, March 17, 2021
The Fina Mendoza Mysteries: Losing is Democratic Part One
Fina Mendoza, the ten-year-old daughter of a congressman from California, solves mysteries on Capitol Hill. Fina has a new mystery on her hands. Her entire fourth grade is competing with fifth graders in a reading competition to see who can read the most pages. The prize: free pizza. Unfortunately, her class loses the contest. But pizza mysteriously appears anyway at the front door of all the fourth graders. How did that happen? Meanwhile, Fina’s father and the parents of nearly everybody else in her class is working in the U.S. Capitol on January 6th to certify the election results. News of the insurrection reaches Fina and her classmates in the middle of a geography lesson. Fina’s father, Congressman Arturo Mendoza, arrives home safe and sound and tries to explain why people were angry, comparing it to the anger Fina herself felt when her beloved Dodgers discovered that the Houston Astros were cheating by stealing pitching signs. In class the next day, students discuss the events of January 6th and also the mysterious pizza delivery. They talk about the role of losing in a democracy, how John Adams was angry that he lost his election, and how he stayed angry for many years with the man who won, Thomas Jefferson. Fina solves the pizza mystery with the help of her clarinet-playing sister Gabby and the congressional dog she walks named Senator Something. Fina also suggests that 4th graders can be gracious losers by writing letters to the 5th grade, the way Adams and Jefferson did, becoming perhaps not friends, but at least opening a door to reconciliation.
S2 E25 · Tue, March 09, 2021
Noodle Loaf - Build, Host, Write & Create
Noodle Loaf brings fun music games for kids about weird picnics, forts and more. This episode contains rhythm activities, drawing games, singalong songs and might even improve your rap skills. Be sure to check out the link to find activities inspired by the show to get your imagination soaring.
S2 E24 · Tue, March 02, 2021
What How World: Tell Your Own Story!
What How World: Tell Your Own Story! Mr. Eric gets a little help from Alabaster, Abacus, and Cleocatra as he runs you through a story activity. This is a great activity to try with friends and even grownups! Lessons include: Learn how to start your own make believe scenes from a simple suggestion; you’ll have more fun imagining with friends when you work to accept each other’s ideas Join our Patreon for Ad-Free stories, a Shout-Out on the show, bonus audio, a better chance of having your question answered, and more! patreon.com/whatifworld Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld . What If World is made by Eric O’Keeffe with help from Karen O'Keeffe. Our theme song is by Craig Martinson and our podcast art is by Jason O’Keefe. Additional songs and sound effects from audioblocks.com .
S2 E23 · Tue, February 23, 2021
Stories for Wonderful Children - Akuro and the 1000th Crane
This week's episode features a tale from the podcast Stories for Wonderful Children about a boy named Akuro. He longs for friends, but struggles with shyness. When he learns of the Japanese legend of 1,000 origami cranes, he believes that he has found a way to fulfill that wish. Once you've finished listening, if you'd like to fold your own origami, instructional videos can be found on the Stories for Wonderful Children YouTube channel
S2 E22 · Wed, February 17, 2021
Story Spectacular: Hola Caballo
Edgar the Egret needs a vacation! He decides to fly to a tropical Caribbean Island. The only problem is, Edgar can't speak the Spanish language. Perhaps a bilingual mockingbird can help him make friends with a local Caballo. Special guests Evan & Vanessa Blum from the Eat your Spanish podcast.
S2 E21 · Tue, February 09, 2021
Curious Kids Podcast: Curious About Maps
In this episode, we learn about maps for Cole of Toronto, Canada. Why do we need maps? Why is making a map of earth so difficult? What is the most expensive map in the world and why is it so expensive? After listening to this episode, try to create your own map of your neighborhood using some of the things you learned in the podcast.
S2 E20 · Tue, February 02, 2021
The Good Words Podcast - Corporeal
This episode of The Good Words Podcast talks about the word, "corporeal," and explores the question, "What does it mean to have a 'good' body?" Includes segments, "Ads that Subtract" and, "Embrace Vulnerability," a story from contributor Pam Mungroo, and an original song, "Good Body." The activities that related to this episode are divided into three areas: corporeal shapes, corporeal pride, and corporeal movement!
S2 E19 · Thu, January 28, 2021
Warrior Kids Podcast: Warrior Kids Can Blog too!
In this episode, we talk about the importance of Warrior Kids exercising their voices and about issues important to them. After you listen, Warrior Kids get to work on a written or artistic blog to share something they care about.
S2 E18 · Tue, January 19, 2021
At Your Level - Food
What's the strangest food you've ever eaten? I bet these gourmet guests have got you beat. Meet Create A Cook's Lilah and James and Time For Lunch's Harry Rosenblum and his daughter Moxie. Two of our favorite segments are back - play Musician or Food & Trippin' Errol in this fun packed episode. Don't forget we have an activity version of the Trippin' Errol, Nerd Out and Bizarre ASMR segments, so print out the pdf and play along.
S2 E17 · Tue, January 12, 2021
Purple Rocket Podcast: Lilly and the Bye Bye Bad Glove
In this episode, we hear a story from the Purple Rocket Podcast - Lilly and the Bye Bye Bad Glove. Lilly, a girl who's sick of dealing with all the challenges in her day. But when she finds a magical glove that allows her to snap past all the hard stuff, she learns why it's important to work through life's obstacles. After you listen, say bye-bye to the year 2020 by making your very own Bye-Bye Glove! Your Bye Bye Glove will help you look forward to the future.
S2 E16 · Tue, January 05, 2021
Book Club for Kids: Maniac Magee
Would you like to be a legend? To have people tell stories about you long after you’re gone? Would you like to be “Maniac Magee” by Jerry Spinelli? This Newbery Award-winning classic is our Book Club for Kids pick this week. Our readers are from Anne Beers Elementary School in Washington, D.C. and John Michael Higgins (“Pitch Perfect” and “A Mighty Wind”) is our celebrity reader. Kitty Felde is host.
S2 E15 · Tue, December 15, 2020
This Week in Multiverse: How to Interview Anybody
SG Wilson, host of This Week in the Multiverse, interviews everybody's favorite anti-Santa, Krampus. Afterwards, learn some of SG's tips and tricks so you can start interviewing people (and monsters like Krampus) too!
S2 E14 · Tue, December 08, 2020
Eat Your Spanish! Mi Familia
As we near the holiday season, we are excited to share with you one of our favorite episodes of the year...the episode all about family! So far this is one of our favorite songs we've made for this podcast, and we are so excited for you to sing it with us! PLUS Mrs. Elephant introduces Mr. Mouse to her family for the VERY FIRST TIME! Let's hope her Grandpa doesn't get too sassy ;-)
S2 E13 · Tue, December 01, 2020
Buttons & Figs: Dreams
In this episode, we hear from Buttons & Figs, a podcast for kids about playing with words. This episode is from their way-back files, Episode #7, Dreams. The episode was inspired by the book, "Stories 1, 2, 3, 4 by Eugene Ionesco. You see, Ionesco likes to talk, he talks a lot, too much, repeating and saying the same things over and over again, dislocating language in order to create absurd silly stories. The Buttons & Figs kids on this episode wrote some really crazy, absurd stories after they heard about the way Ionesco liked to write. We hope, after listening, you'll want to write some crazy, absurd stories too.
S2 E12 · Tue, November 24, 2020
Story Spectacular: The Quirky Turkey
Today we will celebrate Thanksgiving by revisiting a funny and festive turkey story. We will join all the other fancy turkeys at the annual Gobble Gala. Things at the gala are going quite smoothly until a bizarre bird arrives. Let's find out who this mysterious party crasher could be...
S2 E11 · Tue, November 17, 2020
The Past and The Curious: Under Your Feet
This episode is about places that used to be and which are now covered up by something new. Yarrow Mamout was an unusual man in early America, but the black business leader's story was literally buried by buildings near Washington DC. In the 2000s, his story came to light. Also, the Los Angeles communities of La Loma, Palo Verde, and Bishop were often grouped together under the name Chavez Ravine. The people of these communities were uprooted, and now Dodger stadium stands where they once lived.
S2 E10 · Tue, November 10, 2020
The Imagine Neighborhood: Macho and the Worrycane
Macho Supreme is the toughest Space Marine in the whole Imagine Neighborhood. In this episode, he’s getting ready for the Space Marines Annual Smelling Bee! But there's just one problem: Macho is full of worries. And when Macho's worries get out of control, they become worrywarts that get bigger and bigger! Macho needs Scotty's help to calm down, talk about his worries, and prepare for the things he's worried about—before the worrywarts turn into a worrycane that blows away his chance to win the Smelling Bee! Sometimes we worry about everything at once—even the things we can't change. But it's important to calm down and talk about our worries. Otherwise, our worries might turn us into a worrycane! And then we won't even be able to help fix the things we can change.
S2 E9 · Tue, November 03, 2020
The Fina Mendoza Mysteries: Let the Kids Vote
Looking for a way to talk about the election without getting mired in politics? Today's episode is the perfect solution. Fina Mendoza, the daughter of a congressman, is assigned a Genius Project that lets students pick the topic they’d like to research and present to the class. Since it's an election year and Fina’s father is back in California campaigning for re-election, Fina decides to research voting. Specifically, letting kids younger than 18 cast a ballot. Real-life Congressman Mark Takano of Riverside, California zooms with the class to answer questions about youth voting. There is also a mystery to be solved: who broke into their classroom, ransacking the backpacks and rifling the teacher’s desk. Fina consults with her detecting partner, a giant orange dog named Senator Something, and talks her sister into accompanying her on a field trip to see if her hunch about the culprit is correct. There is FREE curriculum for this episode at the website: finamendozamysteries.com . The Fina Mendoza Mysteries are written and produced by Kitty Felde
S2 E8 · Mon, October 26, 2020
Unspookable: Spiders and Arachnophobia
Whether you find them cute or creepy, it's hard not to have a strong feeling about this week's topic...Spiders. Why are so many of us afraid of these arachnids? And what does it say about us as humans that something so small can be so terrifying? We'll unravel this web and more on this episode of Unspookable.
S2 E7 · Tue, October 20, 2020
Stoopkids Stories: The BB Twins - A Story of Dance and Community
In this episode, you will hear from Stoopkid Stories, a new kid's podcast of original stories written and narrated by Melly told through the eyes of 7 young and amazing characters. This episode is about the dancing duo, The BB Twins, who became a viral sensation from posting one of their dances on the internet. Keep listening to see what happens!
S2 E5 · Tue, October 13, 2020
REACH: A Space Podcast for Kids: Exoplanets
REACH: A Space Podcast for Kids is a weekly, family friendly exploration of our galaxy (and beyond!) with hosts Brian Holden and Meredith Stepien. Exoplanets with Ashley Walker & Marc Evan Jackson On this episode of REACH Brian and Meredith ask the questions "What is an Exoplanet?" and "What does #BlackinAstro mean?" of expert Astrochemist and Planetary Scientist Ashley Walker. Then we get a very special visit from our closest celestial neighbor on a segment entitled "Did You Know...?"
S2 E5 · Tue, October 06, 2020
Story Spectacular: "The County Fair"
You are just in time to join Digger the Dog, Birdie, and Angie for a trip to the County Fair!!! We will eat some great food, go on some fun rides and even win a BIG prize!!! Sing along to "The County Fair Song" and then laugh along to some jokes about the fair. Y'all are gonna have a SPECTACULAR time!!!
S2 E4 · Tue, September 29, 2020
The Story Seeds Podcast: The View From the Top
This episode features 13 year old creative rockstar Jasper’s story seed about a 74 foot tall detective. His author match: Chris Grabenstein, author of the NYTimes bestselling Mr. Lemoncello’s Library series! Join our host Betsy Bird and listen in as Jasper visits Chris Grabenstein’s NYC apartment where they collaborate on this tall tale story idea. Then sit back as Chris unveils the original story he grew from Jasper’s story seed: “The World’s Biggest Detective.”
S2 E3 · Tue, September 22, 2020
Activist, You! Butterfly Effect
Today, Lindz talks to Lily and Kaia, the masterminds behind The Butterfly Effect, a national art project bringing awareness to child detention. They talk about how to use art as a tool for activism, how they started The Butterfly Effect, and, of course, their favorite animals! After Lindz talks to Lily and Kaia, we'll make our very own butterflies!
S2 E1 · Tue, September 15, 2020
Cool Facts About Animals Thorny Devils
Cool Facts About Animals presents Thorny Devils. Discover cool facts about the thorny devil, including what it eats, what it poops, its unique way of drinking water, and its many, many defense mechanisms. You'll also learn about something called capillary action. Even if you don’t think you know what that is, you’ve seen it in real life, every day.
S2 E1 · Tue, September 08, 2020
This Week In The Multiverse: Song Parody
This week in the multiverse, we're making song parodies, and you can too. It's easier than you think. Head over to KidsListen.org for a full lesson/instruction for making your own. You'll probably want to do a bunch!
S1 E52 · Fri, May 29, 2020
This Week in the Multiverse: World Tweaking - The Easy Way to Build Your Own Alternate Earth Pt. 4
This Week in the Multiverse is a podcast of skits and stories about alternate Earths. Recommended for the middle-grade set, ages 8+. More info at multiversethisweek.com . This special Kids Listen Activity edition of the show springboards from a live interview we did with SpiderMan (not the one you're thinking about). Afterwards, a final lesson on world building writing exercises for kids. Please give it a listen, then head to http://www.kidslisten.org/activity-podcast for more details. Also check out sgwilson.net for printable worksheets!
S1 E51 · Thu, May 28, 2020
Eat Your Spanish: Pets!
Cat and dog, fish and hamster, Four animals I love to look after, That's the truth, now let's sing along, To the animals we name in this song! (This episode is a fun one amigos!)
S1 E50 · Wed, May 27, 2020
Nature Just Got Real! Project Bumblebee Watch
Did you know that scientists need our help tracking Bumblebees? In this episode, we talk to Rich Hatfield from the Xerces Society about why tracking Bumblebees is important, why scientists need help doing it, and what WE can do to help them. And yes, there’s an app for that! Also, in this episode, Chuck Darwin gives us the definition of the word Pollinator and tells us who they are, Jack answers a listener’s question about whether bumblebees can sting, and Tito gives us some weird facts about bumblebees that even I didn’t know This is a buzzing good episode you won't want to miss!
S1 E49 · Tue, May 26, 2020
Best Day Yet: I Respect Myself (Turtle Adventure!)
Today we're with Marjorie from Best Day Yet and taking the kayaks out for a turtle hunt. Want to come along? Here are today's affirmations: I respect everyone around me, but most of all I respect me. I love my friends and family, but most of all I love MYSELF. And if someone doesn't like me, it's totally okay because what matters most is that I like MYSELF.
S1 E48 · Fri, May 22, 2020
Eat Your Spanish: Feelings and Emotions
Hola Amigos! Today we'll be venturing out into the wonderful world of feelings and emotions! We'll have a fun lesson together, followed by a very special song song, and last but not least we'll join our friends Mrs. Elephant and Mr. Mouse as they look at pictures from when Mr. Mouse was just a baby!
S1 E47 · Wed, May 20, 2020
April Eight Songs & Stories: Activity Song and Game "Hans Michael"
A song from April Eight that you can make your own! Add as many instruments as you want, or as you can remember! Is it a song or a game? You decide!
S1 E46 · Tue, May 19, 2020
The Past and The Curious: Niagara!
This episode features the story of Annie Edson Taylor, who was the first person to successfully survive Niagara Falls in a barrel. Also, how’d they even start building the first suspension bridge over Niagara? You might be surprised. Also featuring Mick's version of Cole Porter’s song “Don’t Fence Me In” Learn more about the Annie "Eggson" Taylor activity at www.kidslisten.org/activity-podcast
S1 E45 · Mon, May 18, 2020
This Week in the Multiverse: World Tweaking - The Easy Way to Build Your Own Alternate Earth Pt. 3
This Week in the Multiverse is a podcast of skits and stories about alternate Earths. Recommended for the middle-grade set, ages 8+. More info at multiversethisweek.com . This special Kids Listen Activity edition of the show springboards from a story, "Scary Monkeys with Clown Faces," into a lesson on world building writing exercises for kids. After you give it a listen, head to http://www.kidslisten.org/activity-podcast for more detail. Also check out sgwilson.net for printable worksheets!
S1 E44 · Fri, May 15, 2020
The Good Words Podcast: Triskaidekaphobia!
This episode centers around the fear of the number 13, "triskaidekaphobia." Host Lynn Hickernell discusses this phenomenon, and other superstitions and phobias, with an excerpt from the Kids Listen podcast, "Unspookable," a "Say What?!?" segment about the expression, "Break a leg," a "Do Over" with family therapist Emily King about "The Dress Shoes," and regular segment, "GET IT?!?!?" The episode concludes with the poem, "The Supper Superstition" by Thomas Hood, read by "Just Us Weirdos" creator and host, Charlie White.
S1 E43 · Wed, May 13, 2020
Nature Just Got Real: Build a Bird Home Depot
Have you ever thought you'd like to do more for birds than just fill up the bird feeder? Today, we are making a Bird Home Improvement Center. It's a little like a store where birds can come and get some building materials to assist with their nest building. I call it the Bird Home Depot. Or, maybe I should call it the Bird Nest Depot. Build one for your back yard and hang it where you can watch your customers come in and help themselves to home improvement essentials! Also, in this episode, Chuck Darwin gives us the definition of the word AVES, Jack tells us what REALLY goes into Bird Nest Soup (hint: I will not ever be ordering this), and Tito introduces us to a bird with a discriminating eye for decor. I could use that bird's services if he ever decides to go into business!
S1 E41 · Tue, May 12, 2020
Story Spectacular: Sal & the Erie Canal
Let's go back in time to 1825 and visit the Erie Canal! We will ride on the back of our friendly tour guide Sal the Mule and learn all about the history of this man-made river. We will sing a fun river tune and learn about how water lock systems work!
S1 E40 · Mon, May 11, 2020
Book Club for Kids: James and the Giant Peach
It’s one of those moments in history when we’d just rather escape in a giant peach. It’s a discussion of Roald Dahl's first book for kids "James and the Giant Peach." Public radio’s Cash Peters is celebrity reader. Students from Equitas Academy Charter Middle School discuss the book with host Kitty Felde.
S1 E39 · Fri, May 08, 2020
Mystery Recipe: Act Your Age
Episode Description: Join us in the Recipe Lab to melt some stretchy science. After we answer this age old question it's time for the cheesiest stand up set in town!
S1 E38 · Thu, May 07, 2020
Ear Snacks: Seeds!
Tell me: what do you know about seeds? Andrew & Polly's friends from Austria, Australia, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts invite you into their homes and gardens to discover what kinds of seeds there are where they live. We also welcome Chanel Tsang from Toronto, Canada who shares a lovely meditation from her podcast Peace Out called "Ready, Set, Grow!" inviting listeners to move their bodies and imagine what it might be like to be a seed. We also made a special Earth Day version of this episode for the Kids Listen Activity Podcast , which includes activities ideas you can do at home!
S1 E37 · Wed, May 06, 2020
This Week in the Multiverse: World Tweaking - The Easy Way to Build Your Own Alternate Earth Pt. 2
This Week in the Multiverse is a podcast of skits and stories about alternate Earths. Recommended for the middle-grade set, ages 8+. More info at multiversethisweek.com . This special Kids Listen Activity edition of the show springboards from a play, "The Perfect Al Capone," into a lesson on world building writing exercises for kids. After you give it a listen, head to http://www.kidslisten.org/activity-podcast for more detail. Also check out sgwilson.net for printable worksheets!
S1 E36 · Tue, May 05, 2020
Unspookable: Zombies
Stories of the walking dead permeate many cultures, but have you ever wondered if zombies could actually exist? On this episode of Unspookable, we'll ask what exactly is a zombie? Where did the word come from? And why are they so popular today? Recommended for middle graders ages 8+.
S1 E35 · Mon, May 04, 2020
Aaron’s World - Microraptor
Aaron’s World is a fun and imaginative science-themed audio adventure for kids. It’s a 50-episode story that follows the time-traveling adventures of a little boy and his trusty computer companion, as they explore the prehistoric world. In this sample episode, Aaron takes to the treetops to introduce his listeners to a prehistoric Microraptor. To learn more about the Aaron’s World podcast visit www.MyDogRocket.com You can find the Audio Adventure activity mentioned in this podcast at the link below. https://www.kidslisten.org/activity-podcast "Aaron’s World - How We Make the Podcast” can be found at the link below. https://youtu.be/kFqmHZBURiM
S1 E34 · Fri, May 01, 2020
Curious Kids Podcast: Curious about Snakes
In episode 83, we learn about snakes, thanks to a fantastic listener suggestion from Stowe of North Bend, Washington. Stowe wants to know what snakes eat, can snakes climb, and do snakes bite? We are going to answer all his questions with the help of Dr. Ben, who treats people with snake bites.
S1 E33 · Thu, April 30, 2020
This Week in the Multiverse: Make your own Story Scavenger signs
In this episode, listen to the first part of the story Ginormous, a tall tale about a boy who discovers that he has inherited the powers of the American tall-tale legend Paul Bunyan, the famed lumberjack. Listen to the episode here. After the episode, do the activity - a guided lesson in creating Story Scavenger signs, a way to make Choose Your Own Adventure-type stories you can post around your neighborhood! Details below.
S1 E32 · Wed, April 29, 2020
The Fina Mendoza Mysteries: Fina's Coronavirus Diary
Fina Mendoza, our 10-year-old detective, is stuck at home. Her teacher has assigned a living history project: keep a coronavirus journal for future historians to use a primary source. Listening to this first day’s entry, we learn that her congressman father is working on a Rules Committee report about allowing Congress to vote remotely, investigating whether Fina will get an unemployment check since she can’t do her dog-walking job, and following Fina as she solves the mystery of the missing TV remote control.
S1 E31 · Tue, April 28, 2020
Story Spectacular: The Weather Girl
There once was a little girl who loved to play outside. Each day the weather would change and the little girl would find an exciting new way to play outside. But what happens when the weather is thunder and lightning? Two SPECTACULAR activities for you. Go online to http://storyspectacular.com/story-squad Check out "Weather Girl Match Up" for a printable activity coloring page. Click on "Outdoor Activity Bucket List!" for the full checklist. Or make up your own bucket list. What are 5 activities you could do on a Sunny Day Outside? What about on a Windy Day? Or a Cloudy Day? Or even a Rainy Day? Write down, or draw a picture of all the activities you can think of, then go outside and start checking outdoor activities off your bucket list!!!
S1 E30 · Mon, April 27, 2020
Eat Your Spanish: Fruits!
Today's episode is all about fruits, and how to say them in Spanish! Join Evan and Vanessa for a fun lesson and a fruit filled sing along! Then at the end of the episode we'll join our friends Mrs. Elephant and Mr. Mouse on an exciting trip to visit a fruit farm!
S1 E29 · Fri, April 24, 2020
April Eight Songs & Stories: Gnomes at Home
Willowwood and her brother Scritch are all stuck inside. But they are not just kids, they are also gnomes! So what do gnomes do for fun? You’ll find out! After you listen to the story, there’s an activity for you to do that’s just like the gnomes in today's tale. There is a link in the show notes to download the materials to get you started. If you like today’s activity, you can find all sorts of fun projects and stories for your little gnomes at https://aprileight.com/
S1 E27 · Thu, April 23, 2020
Hello Family: Super Hearing or Super Sight!
In this episode we talk about if your family would like to have super hearing or super sight and give you a Superhero Creation worksheet to do together!
S1 E27 · Wed, April 22, 2020
The Good Words podcast: EDIFYING
In this episode, specially updated for the Covid-19 pandemic, Miss Lynn talks about, "edifying." Includes recurring segments, "Ads that Subtract," "Say What?!?" about the expression, "A rising tide lifts all boats," and a "Do Over" discussion with family therapist Emily King about, "The Special School."
S1 E26 · Tue, April 21, 2020
Book Power for Kids: Book Reviews Good Enough to Eat!
"What if you had the power to bake your feelings into a cookie? It would be wonderful! Unless you were having a bad day... Leilani reviews Bakers Magic by Diane Zahler Plus, our foolish pancake episode and instructions for making your own pancake masterpieces!"
S1 E25 · Mon, April 20, 2020
Cool Facts About Animals: Earth Day!
Join Cool Facts About Animals for this special Earth Day episode about extinct animals! Learn about two animals that have gone extinct, one that is close to extinction, and one that scientists thought was extinct, but isn't! The CFAA Crew also give you lots of great ideas for how kids can help protect animas and the earth. After the episode, head to KidsListen.org for activities you can do at home, including measuring your yawn gape and making a maze out of straws.
S1 E24 · Thu, April 16, 2020
Activist, You! - Environmental Activism with Ryan's Recycling
Today, we join Lindz Amer, Host of Activist, You! and 10 year-old environmental activist Ryan Hickman of Ryan's Recycling! They talk about proper recycling technique, Ryan's favorite kind of donut, and how we can get rid of the big trash island in the ocean! After Lindz talks to Ryan, we're going to collect all of the recyclables we have at home, sort them, and make them into a robot!
S1 E23 · Wed, April 15, 2020
Be Calm on Ahway Island: Hello!
Tanner toad greets a new friend with the customary "Hello!" Since the other toad doesn't respond, Tanner tries a different approach.
S1 E22 · Wed, April 15, 2020
Little Stories for Tiny People: The Moon's Side of the Story
The Moon's Side of the Story is an original story that tells the long history of human technology, up to and including the moon landing. All of this is told from the MOON'S perspective. How will the moon react when the creatures that have been doing all the weird stuff down on the blue planet finally make their way to his surface? Listen and find out. After the story, engage your own imaginations with related activities!
S1 E21 · Tue, April 14, 2020
Story Spectacular: Myrtle Goes Outside
Myrtle is a houseplant. She lives on a shelf and spends her days looking out the window, longing to go outside. One day Myrtle’s wish comes true! Let’s tag along with our foliage friend on this tree-mendous adventure. Then afterward we have an EPIC Nature Scavenger Hunt!!! Get the printable activity page from today's episode and more fun activities for kids here: http://storyspectacular.com/story-squad
S1 E20 · Mon, April 13, 2020
Girl Tales: Nova's Lab! Meeting Katherine Johnson
In this Girl Tales episode, kid scientist, Nova turns into a moon rock and meets the real life NASA mathematician, Katherine Johnson! Learn about how the astronauts of the Apollo 11 mission were able to enter the moon’s orbit and how Katherine Johnson helped successfully land their rocket ship on the moon. Plus! There's an activity to learn more about orbital mechanics.
S1 E19 · Fri, April 10, 2020
Buttons & Figs: Gorey Nonsense with author Lori Mortensen
On this episode we sail in a sieve to the land of Edward Gorey, with author Lori Mortensen to show us the way. Ms. Mortensen just released a biography of Gorey titled, "Nonsense! The Curious Story of Edward Gorey." On this episode you'll get to hear about Gorey's life, his unique style and his love of anagrams! Join Buttons & Figs listeners as they come up with silly names using the letters of their names, just like Edward Gorey did. You'll also get to hear how Lori Mortensen does research for her biographies, along with some great advice for how YOU can write a biography too. Now go write!
S1 E18 · Thu, April 09, 2020
Be Calm on Ahway Island: Magical Chair
After moving to a new home, Winfield the wheel chair decides to help Brian find new friends. Will the magical chair find them at a colorful park? Find the activity for this episode at Kidslisten.org/activity-podcast
S1 E17 · Wed, April 08, 2020
The Alien Adventures of Finn Caspian: Solo Robo
On today's episode, two robots travel to a planet to explore, but end up confronting a strange alien who lives there. The problem is: The story cuts off before the robots can figure out what to do! It's up to you, the listener, to finish the story! Send in your endings to earth@finncaspian.com .
S1 E16 · Tue, April 07, 2020
Noodle Loaf: Fortress of Groovitide
A series of interactive music themed games to get you singing, moving, drawing and laughing.
S1 E15 · Mon, April 06, 2020
Girl Tales: Nova's Lab! Becoming Malala Yousafzai's Microphone
In this episode, kid scientist, Nova travels to Norway in 2014 to become Malala Yousafzai’s microphone as she accepts the Nobel Peace Prize. Learn all about how microphones work and Malala’s fight for girls’ education. Plus! Make your own megaphone with just paper and tape!
S1 E14 · Fri, April 03, 2020
This Week In the Multiverse: Video Games from Other Earths
This Week in the Multiverse is a podcast of skits and stories that aim to find laughs and thrills in the idea of alternate Earths. Recommended for the middle-grade set, ages 8+. More info at multiversethisweek.com . This special Kids Listen Activity edition of the show takes clips from past episodes to help set up a guided lesson in creating your very own parallel Earth! After you give it a listen, head to http://www.kidslisten.org/activity-podcast for the step-by-step instructions laid out in the podcast. Also check out sgwilson.net for printable alternate Earth worksheets!
S1 E13 · Thu, April 02, 2020
Unspookable: The Black Plague
On this episode of Unspookable we look back at The Black Plague and other historical pandemics to see how working together and trusting science can help in times of confusion. Recommended for middle graders ages 8+.
S1 E12 · Wed, April 01, 2020
Story Spectacular: April Fools Day
Today we will celebrate April Fools Day by telling jokes, playing pranks, singing a song and even hearing some foolish "fake" facts. There will be lots of fun friends stopping by, including real-life listeners just like you. It's sure to be the best April Fools Day ever!!! NO FOOLIN'
S1 E11 · Tue, March 31, 2020
Curious Kid Podcast: Lightning and Thunder
In this episode, we learn about lightning and thunder. What causes lightning? How hot is lightning? Can you have lightning without rain? Can you have thunder without lightning? Olivia interviews Greg, a meteorologist, to ask him some questions about lightning and thunder and see if some of the things we've heard about lightning and thunder are true. Find supplemental activities at KidsListen.org/Activity-Podcast
S1 E10 · Mon, March 30, 2020
Best Day Yet
Today we're teaching you a 20 second hand washing song that you can sing every time you wash your hands. This song was inspired by the ancient practice of loving kindness, and it reminds us to take a moment to wish ourselves and our worlds kind thoughts.
S1 E9 · Fri, March 27, 2020
Aaron’s World - Origin of Dinosaurs
Aaron’s World is a fun and imaginative science-themed audio adventure for kids. It’s a 50-episode story that follows the time-traveling adventures of a little boy and his trusty computer companion, as they explore the prehistoric world. In this sample episode, Aaron and FLASH must figure out why they have been teleported to a Mesozoic jungle where dinosaurs are just beginning to evolve. To learn more about the Aaron’s World podcast visit www.MyDogRocket.com You can find the Dino Doodle activity mentioned in this podcast at the link below. https://www.kidslisten.org/activity-podcast
S1 E8 · Thu, March 26, 2020
What If World: What if Dinosaurs Were Alive Today
The episode is a fun story-telling activity, and there’s even a What If Story tossed in as a demonstration. Lessons include: we are all capable of telling each other fun stories; even the greatest treasure in the world can’t replace all of life’s simple joys. If you want some questions to use as story prompts, try our What If Question Generator !
S1 E7 · Wed, March 25, 2020
Timestorm: The Storm
Timestorm is a serialized audio fiction podcast about time-traveling twins from Newark, New Jersey. In this episode, Alexa and Beni Ventura are yanked into another dimension where they meet a distant cousin who gives them an extraordinary mission: travel through time to preserve their culture’s true history.This episode was originally released on 8/1/19. Credits and show notes are available at: timestormseries.com/episodes/episode-1-the-storm-s1!86963 For accompanying activity, visit: https://www.kidslisten.org/activity-podcast
S1 E5 · Tue, March 24, 2020
Tumble: The Case of the Sparkly Minerals
Today, Tumble is sharing their episode, The Case of the Sparkly Minerals. In this episode, we take a trip to the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago, where we get special behind-the-scenes tour of their mineral collection. Plus, we learn what makes rocks sparkly. This episode comes with an activity to make your own classification system. We have a step-by-step description and printable guides available on kidslisten.org/kids-activity.
S1 E5 · Mon, March 23, 2020
Little Bedtime Stories Episode
A special Kids Listen Activity Podcast Episode of Little Bedtime Stories! Check KidsListen.org for more, and accompanying activities!
S1 E4 · Fri, March 20, 2020
Book Club for Kids - The Crossover
Khalil, Novaun, Kyle, Kofi, and Joseph from Watkins Elementary on Capitol Hill discuss Kwame Alexander's Newbery Award winning novel about brothers and basketball "The Crossover" with host Kitty Felde. The fifth graders speak frankly about their own relationship with siblings and even admit to a tear or two when an older sister went away to college. Our celebrity reader is LA Laker Tarik Black. Kwame Alexander joins us as well.
S1 E3 · Thu, March 19, 2020
Good Words Podcast: Fungible
In this episode, host Lynn Hickernell explains the word, "fungible" with excerpts from the book Henry Ford's Own Story by Rose Wilder Lane, a "Do Over" about "The Popular Girls," and concluding song, "Black Socks." As always, it also includes, "GET IT?!?!?"
Trailer · Wed, March 18, 2020
Cool Facts About Animals: Tarantula Hawk Wasps with Dr. Justin Schmidt
We are coming up on our 100th episode, and this one is one of our most popular of all time, and for good reason. We get to speak with Dr. Schmidt, who invented the Schmidt Sting Pain Index. Do you kow how he invented that index? He got stung. A lot. And then told people about how much each one hurt on a scale from 1 to 4. It’s a really fun episode, filled with lots of animal facts from a super cool scientist. After the podcast ends, it’s time to get started on the activity! Head to http://www.kidslisten.org/activity-podcast to find activities relating to this podcast, including inventing your own index, drawing your defensive superpowers, doing in-depth bug observation, and lots more. Share your activities with us with help from your adult! Use the hashtag #kidslistenactivitypod to post a photo on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook .
S1 E2 · Tue, March 17, 2020
The Past And the Curious - Bridges!
Two tales connected by bridges. First, Emily Roebling winds up as a lead engineer in the building of the Brooklyn Bridge, the first American woman to find herself in such a position. Second, Sonny Rollins, one fo the greatest saxophonists in history isn’t happy with his playing, despite the fame he receives. His days on a bridge change his life. Also quiz time, and a visit from Dr. Awkward, the Palindrome Professor. Featuring Mick Sullivan, Meg Samples, Graeme Gardiner, and Lani Powers. Originally released April 2018 Activity recommendations at www.KidsListen.org
Trailer · Sun, March 15, 2020
Introducing the Kids Listen Activity Podcast
For years Kids Listen has been the leader in kid-focused podcasts, and over the next little while we're coming to a podcatcher near you with an extra layer of engagement. As parents and kids adjust to spending more time at home, we'll be offering some favorite member episodes, in addition to supplemental activity suggestions. Join us for learning and fun!
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