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9 Best Kids Podcasts of 2023

Updated: Sept 2023


But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids

By Vermont Public Radio  

Kids & Family  

216 Episodes

Started: Apr 2016

Latest: Few days ago

But Why is a show led by kids. They ask the questions and we find the answers. It’s a big interesting world out there. On But Why, we tackle topics large and small, about nature, words, even the end of the world. Know a kid with a question? Record it with a smartphone. Be sure to include your kid's first name, age, and town and send the recording to questions@butwhykids.org!

Best Episodes of But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids:

   

Why do people get older?

Younger people have lots of questions about older people, like: Why do we age? Why do people get gray or white hair? Why do older people have wrinkles? Why do older people have veins that stick up? Wh…

Book Club for Kids

By kitty felde  

Education for Kids  Kids & Family  Education  

100 Episodes

Started: Oct 2021

Latest: Few days ago

The place where young readers meet to talk about books. The show includes a celebrity reader and an interview with the author. The host is award winning public radio journalist Kitty Felde. Book Club won the California Library Association Technology Award and the DC Mayor's Award for Excellence in the Humanitites. Named one of the top 10 podcasts for kids by THE TIMES of London.

Best Episodes of Book Club for Kids:

   

The Parker Inheritance by Varian Johnson

Do you love a mystery? Do you love playing detective, looking for clues on every page? This week’s novel is about a lot of things – segregation, bullying, and most of all, a family mystery.  This week…

Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages

By Stories Podcast / Wondery  

Stories for Kids  Kids & Family  Fiction  

517 Episodes

Started: Nov 2014

Latest: Few days ago

On the Stories Podcast, we perform a new story for your children every week. The stories range from retellings of fairy tales like Snow White to classic stories like Peter Rabbit and even completely original works. Everything is G rated and safe for all ages. The perfect kids podcast for imaginative families. Whether you’re driving with your children or just want to limit your kids’ screen time, Stories Podcast delivers entertainment that kids and parents alike will love.

Best Episodes of Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages:

   

Stories Podchats: Video Games

Today we are discussing video games and gaming with family at the request of many of our listeners. Along for the discussion are friends of the show Greg and Abner. Greg is the voice of Mick Munter al…

Wow in the World

By NPR  

Stories for Kids  Kids & Family  Education  

662 Episodes

Started: May 2017

Latest: Few days ago

The #1 science podcast for kids and their grown-ups. Hosts Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz share stories about the latest news in science, technology, and innovation. Stories that give kids hope, agency and make us all say "WOW"! New episodes come out every Monday for free. Listen 1-week early and to all episodes ad-free with Wondery+, Wondery+ Kids on Apple Podcasts, or Amazon Music with a Prime membership or Amazon Music Unlimited subscription.

Best Episodes of Wow in the World:

   

A-I-A-I-Oh WOW! (9/25/23)

It’s the hottest science trend since crypto met techno; it’s AI generated art! But how does it work? Guy Raz, Mindy and Dennis take a trip to the imaginary University of the World Wide Web to find out…

Tumble Science Podcast for Kids

By Gen-Z Media  

Education for Kids  Kids & Family  

218 Episodes

Started: Feb 2015

Latest: Week ago

Become a Paid Subscriber: [https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tumblescience/subscribe] (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tumblescience/subscribe) A Common Sense Selection! Exploring stories of science discovery. Tumble is a science podcast created to be enjoyed by the entire family. Hosted & produced by Lindsay Patterson (science journalist) & Marshall Escamilla (teacher). Visit [www.tumblepodcast.com] (http://www.tumblepodcast.com) for educational content.

Best Episodes of Tumble Science Podcast for Kids:

   

Did Dinosaurs Burp?

Tune into our Season 9 premiere to find out the answer to this stinky question. We’ll hear about dino gasses from returning guest Jessica Whiteside and their potential ecological impact from David Wil…

Planet Storytime Podcast

By Thomas Mitchell & Paxton Stanley  

Stories for Kids  Kids & Family  Education for Kids  

75 Episodes

Started: Sept 2019

Latest: Week ago

The Planet Storytime Podcast (PSP) is a wonderful story narration and music program for kids of all ages that provides listeners the invitation and opportunity to use their imaginations to see all the things they're hearing in each of our shows. We divide our time between providing fully original content and adaptations of timeless classics. Thomas Mitchell provides amazing narration while Paxton Stanley provides all the music and sound effects. Bringing these two talents together creates wonderful artistic synergy and great programs in the same spirit as Fred Rogers and Sesame Street. Great for bedtime, short/long road trips, or family sit-downs in the living room, PSP provides stories that appeal to all races, religions, and identities with a focus on building confidence, tolerance, and the belief that through hard work and self-awareness, anything is possible!

Best Episodes of Planet Storytime Podcast:

   

Now It's Time to go to Sleep (a bedtime poem) - PSP75

Planet Storytime listeners, we're happy to present another gem from our friend and sometimes contributor, Mitchell Von Gemmigen!   Mitchell gives us a wonderful bedtime poem with Now It's Time to go t…

Brains On! Science podcast for kids

By American Public Media  

Education for Kids  Kids & Family  

301 Episodes

Started: Jul 2013

Latest: Few days ago

Brains On!® is a science podcast for curious kids and adults from American Public Media. Each week, a different kid co-host joins Molly Bloom to find answers to fascinating questions about the world sent in by listeners. Like, do dogs know they’re dogs? Or, why do feet stink? Plus, we have mystery sounds for you to guess, songs for you to dance to, and lots of facts -- all checked by experts.

Best Episodes of Brains On! Science podcast for kids:

   

Ancient beasts: A prehistoric game show!

Prehistoric animals rock! How much do you know about these unusual beasts? Join Brains On! host Molly Bloom as she tests the prehistoric animal knowledge of co-hosts Samaya, Roscoe, Zana, and Arjun! T…

What If World - Stories for Kids

By Eric O'Keeffe  

Stories for Kids  Kids & Family  

360 Episodes

Started: Sept 2016

Latest: Few days ago

What if a dragon lived in my closet? What if there were a never-ending bowl of ice cream? Pirates, fairies, wizards, robots and many more friends help Mr. Eric tell stories inspired by kids’ questions. What If World’s progressive stories will keep kids laughing while fostering curiosity, imagination, and resilience. Listen Ad-Free: [https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatifworld/subscribe] (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatifworld/subscribe) Call-in a what if question to 205-605-WHAT or email whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com!

Best Episodes of What If World - Stories for Kids:

   

Kylie asks: What if cats ruled the world? (Remastered)

Can you believe JFKat, Fred the Dog, and Mr. Mouser were all introduced in the same story? Find out what happens when Jojo Fluffy Kat gets put in charge. Now, with improved audio quality! Lessons incl…

The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and Families

By Mick Sullivan  

Kids & Family  

103 Episodes

Started: Oct 2016

Latest: Week ago

A History Podcast for Kids! Parents love us, Teachers love us, and most importantly, kids do too! History can be amazing, inspiring and relevant to anyone. We love to share the stories of Spies, funny foods, George Washington's foibles, early advancements in cartooning and ballooning and much more! A professional music score and important songs accompany nearly every themed episode. Proud Kids Listen Member @pastandcurious

Best Episodes of The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and Families:

   

Rail Tales

Episode 82 features the story of the Transcontinental Railroad, including the famous Golden Spike. Also in this episode is the story of Joseph Kekuku, a boy from Hawaii who changed music after being i…

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