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Shows in Kids & family
- Book Club for Kidskitty felde
- Brains On! Science podcast for kidsBrains On Universe
- But Why: A Podcast for Curious KidsVermont Public
- Circle RoundWBUR
- Earth RangersGZM Shows
- Short & CurlyABC Australia
- Six MinutesGZM Shows
- Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All AgesStarglow Media
- Story PiratesStory Pirates
- The Big FibGZM Shows
- What If World - Stories for KidsEric O'Keeffe / Starglow Media
- Wow in the WorldTinkercast
Kids & family
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S5 EP51: A New Year
The Anders family begins to realize that Holiday’s return may not be all that’s changed. Do you want to buy the script? https://tinyurl.com/sixminutesscript Want to listen to music from the show? https://tinyurl.com/sixminutestheme Looking for official Six Minutes merch? https://tinyurl.com/sixminutesmerch For…
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Is the number 5 real?
You can see 5 dogs playing in a park, you can hold 5 lollies, and you can be 5 years old. But is the number 5 itself real? Molly, Carl and Eleanor head on a road trip to find the number 5, and try to figure out what it even means for something to be real.
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RoachBot to the Rescue! Meet the Six-Legged Cyborg Superhero Built for Search and Rescue
It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... a robot cockroach? In this cinematic story about cockroaches, cyborg technology, search-and-rescue science, and underwater exploration, Mindy, Guy Raz, and the crew take you on a wild adventure to discover how scientists are transforming an unlikely insect into a tiny…
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409. Jackson asks: What if I turned into Godzilla and destroyed the city? (w/ Hamish Steele)
On his first day of school, Jackson (played by Hamish Steele) gets turned into a giant monster! Will he crash through Mystak City or get sent to outer space? Lessons include: Everyone needs an outlet for their big feelings; taking a little break in a big moment just takes a little imagination. We are celebrating the…
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Zombies Right to Life
After five years of brutal fighting, Carl and Molly have defeated all the zombies on planet Earth, including the zombified version of their Producer, Kyla. But is that zombie still Kyla? And what would it mean if that zombie was Kyla… should that make a difference to how we treat them?
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WeWow on the Weekend: Go Fish, Reviewsies, and Sea Pickles! (Encore)
What do card games, Reviewsies, and sea pickles have in common? This episode of WeWow, the bonkerballs variety show for kids and families from the creators of Wow in the World, has all of that and more. Dennis and Reggie are back with another weekend full of laughs, listener love, and a marine biology encore episode…
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WeWow on the Weekend: New Nicknames, Toast and Space Junk! (Encore)
What do nicknames, toast, and space junk have in common? This episode of WeWow, the bonkerballs variety show for kids and families from the creators of Wow in the World, has all of that and more. Dennis and Reggie are back with another weekend full of laughs, listener love, and an outer-space biomimicry encore episode…
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! People Who Wow Edition – Pete Holmes – Guess the True Facts about this Comedian, Actor, Podcaster, and Author!
What does it take to become a kids’ book author, podcast host and professional comedian and can you guess which stories are true? In this gameshow podcast for kids, Mindy Thomas sits down with Pete Holmes to share surprising facts and sneaky fibs about his life. This interactive interview podcast for kids invites…
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Throwback: Animal Jam
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Animal Jam! Dylan is hoping for a peaceful day playing guitar in the woods, but when he runs into basically every predator that lives in the forest, he feels anything but peaceful. What is he going to do to get out of…
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The Dinosaur Who Wanted To Be The First Dino Chef
We all know that dinosaurs invented chefs. But what did the first dinosaur chefs cook? Find out in today’s new story. Written by Cameron, an 8 year old from Pennsylvania.
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Will you be able to find the snake who’s lying about SNAKES?
This week on a brand new episode of The Big Fib we find out if our child contestant can spot which adult expert is fibbing about SNAKES. Which Native American tribe has performed the snake dance for thousands of years? What country has no snakes? Which snake grows up to 50-feet long? Play along and see if you can…
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S11 E18: Girls Just Want To Do Science
Olivia and the rest of the Go Green Racers are headed to Bunchgrass Hills Conservation Area, a beautiful grassland in British Columbia. For this leg of the race, they need to investigate a creek and figure out why it’s drying out. Having studied this in school, Olivia feels ready for the challenge, but Ryan, who…
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SME #3: Banana Detective
Alabaster Zero and Randall Radbot help Miss Lynn stump Mr. Eric! Support the show to get every episode of Stump Mr. Eric and all our stories, ad-free: whatifworldpodcast.com/support Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow…
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Eye of the Storm by Kate Messner
Imagine a world where deadly tornadoes are so common, kids can't ride their bikes outside anymore. That's the future Kate Messner writes about in Eye of the Storm . Students from Belvedere Elementary School in Falls Church, Virginia discuss the book with host Kitty Felde. Laura Furgione, Deputy Director of the…
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Encore: The Round Mossy Stone
Béchir Sylvain (Jurassic World Rebirth) stars as trickster Anansi in a West African tale about a magic stone, a major trick, and getting a taste of your own medicine. This Circle Round episode originally was released on Sept. 9, 2025. Sign up for our monthly newsletter, "The Lion's Roar", here .
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Mystery Sound Extravaganza fall 2026
Oh boy, oh boy! Are you ready to do some guessing?!? We have doozies to detect. There are clues to calculate. And so, so many goodies to get into. We hope your ears are warmed up, because it’s time for the… Mystery Sound Extravaganza! Have a good Mystery Sound for us? Send it in! Go to brainson.org/contact and submit…
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S5 EP50: A World Without Adelaide Whittier
As the countdown to midnight begins, Adelaide makes a grand sacrifice. Do you want to buy the script? https://tinyurl.com/sixminutesscript Want to listen to music from the show? https://tinyurl.com/sixminutestheme Looking for official Six Minutes merch? https://tinyurl.com/sixminutesmerch For more great shows…
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Rock Around the Clock! How Archaeologists Solved a 2,000-Year-Old Board Game Mystery
What do you do when a mysterious ancient rock is discovered covered with criss-crossing scratches, and nobody knows what those scratches mean? Your move, archaeologists! In this episode about archaeology, ancient history, and artificial intelligence, Mindy and Guy take you on a wild adventure to solve a 2,000-year-old…
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154. Alice asks: What if Mr. Eric wasn't real? (Updated!)
Poppa Loo’s News reports from a speeding train where people are turning into elements from the periodic tables! Can he and Mamma Jamma find Mr. Eric and help us get What If World back on track? Lessons include: Researching a problem can help you fix it; keep thinking and observing to stay safe in a tense situation.…
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WeWow on the Weekend: Gossip, Baby Dennis, and Happiness! (Encore)
What do gossip, Baby Dennis, and happiness have in common? This episode of WeWow, the bonkerballs variety show for kids and families from the creators of Wow in the World, has all of that and more. Dennis and Reggie are back with another weekend full of laughs, listener love, and a happiness encore episode that'll…
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WeWow on the Weekend: Nicknames, Q&A, and Chocolate! (Encore)
What do nicknames, questions, and chocolate have in common? This episode of WeWow, the bonkerballs variety show for kids and families from the creators of Wow in the World, has all of that and more. Dennis and Reggie are back with another weekend full of laughs, listener love, and a chocolate-y encore episode that'll…
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Throwback: The Mighty Shadow
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Mighty Shadow! Scout is pretty sure he's the biggest and the baddest wolf in the whole forest, but everyone else thinks he's just a bully. Can the Lion Queen set him straight? Check out Stories RPG our new show…
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300th Episode: What’s your favorite?
This is But Why’s 300th episode! It’s safe to say we’ve answered several thousand questions from kids all over the world. We asked our listeners to tell us about their favorite episodes and today we’re hearing from all of you! We also hear a bit from a few of the podcasts you have on repeat! Download our learning…
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! People Who Wow Edition – Dr. Alok Patel – Guess the True Facts about this Doctor and National TV Journalist!
What does it take to become a medical doctor and on-camera health expert, and can you guess which stories are true? In this gameshow podcast for kids, Mindy Thomas sits down with Dr. Alok Patel to share surprising facts and sneaky fibs about his life. This interactive interview podcast for kids invites listeners to…
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How to Make Walka-Moly
Have you ever tried to make a recipe you found online, but it’s…weird? Written by two siblings, Arabella and Emmet from the Philippines.
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Can you figure out who’s telling fibs about SAND before things get too gritty?
This week on a brand new episode of The Big Fib we find out if our child contestant can spot which adult expert is fibbing about SAND. What kind of sand comes from outer space? What makes quicksand? Who is Mister Sandman? Play along and see if you can guess who’s telling the truth and who’s telling fibs on The Big Fib…
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A Conversation With Shawn Harris
What makes a good collaboration between writer and illustrator in children's books? We ask longtime illustrator Shawn Harris.
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Wait... they didn't pay Indigenous workers and they stole their land?
Short & Curly will be back very soon, but while you're waiting you should check out the podcast Wait... They Did What!? Just like Short and Curly, Wait... They Did What!? examines some ethical conundrums and questionable behaviour. Like in the 1960s when Indigenous people were forced to work practically for free on…
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Encore: The Stork King
Julian Lerner (The Wonder Years, Alma's Way) stars in a Ukrainian tale about how high-flying risks can pay off in the end. This Circle Round episode originally was released on Oct. 3, 2023. Sign up for our monthly newsletter, "The Lion's Roar", here .
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Why do we need pinky toes?
Pinky toes may seem small, but they’re kind of a big deal. Join Molly and co-host Luna Mae as they learn about why we have these tiny toes and what would happen if we didn’t have them. Plus, we talk about animals with two, three, or six toes! Plus, a Mystery Sound that’ll get your ears working overtime. Click here for…
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