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9 Best Kids Podcasts of 2024

Updated: Sept 2025


But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids

By Vermont Public Radio  

Kids & Family  

260 Episodes

Started: Apr 2016

Latest: 3 months 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:

   

Are horseshoe crabs…crabs?

How did horseshoe crabs get their names? Are they even crabs? And did they really exist before the dinosaurs? Early spring presents a unique opportunity to see these living fossils up close as they sc…

Book Club for Kids

By kitty felde  

Education for Kids  Kids & Family  Education  

100 Episodes

Started: Jun 2023

Latest: 3 months 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:

   

TOP TEN LIST #8: On the Come Up by Angie Thomas

Today it’s a book for older kids – "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas. Our main character is an aspiring rap star dealing with sudden fame and the reputation of her late father. Our readers are from Wes…

Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages

By Stories Podcast / Wondery  

Stories for Kids  Kids & Family  Fiction  

696 Episodes

Started: Nov 2014

Latest: 3 months 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:

   

Throwback: The Firefly Queen

Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Firefly Queen glows so bright that everyone comes to see her all the time, but will she ever m…

Wow in the World

By NPR  

Kids & Family  Education  

969 Episodes

Started: May 2017

Latest: 3 months 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:

   

WeWow on the Weekend (5/31/25)

Dennis and Reggie play a game of "would you rather" and read reviewsies, plus an encore of "Anti-Social Animals!" If you have a question for Dennis, leave him a voicemail at 1-888-7WOW-WOW. Your quest…

Tumble Science Podcast for Kids

By Gen-Z Media  

Education for Kids  Kids & Family  

262 Episodes

Started: Feb 2015

Latest: 3 months ago

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 for educational content.

Best Episodes of Tumble Science Podcast for Kids:

   

Did Dinosaurs Burp?

To support the Tumble Joke-ha-thon and win awesome prizes, go [here] (https://givebutter.com/Ibjw53) ! “Did dinosaurs burp?” Tune into our Season 9 premiere to find out the answer to this stinky ques…

Planet Storytime Podcast

By Thomas Mitchell & Paxton Stanley  

Stories for Kids  Kids & Family  Education for Kids  

94 Episodes

Started: Sept 2019

Latest: 3 months 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:

   

Bremen Town Musicians - PSP94

[Send us a text] (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/568048/open_sms) Four animals, faced with overwhelming changes in each of their individual lives, team up to seek adventure and new o…

Brains On! Science podcast for kids

By American Public Media  

Education for Kids  Kids & Family  

373 Episodes

Started: Jul 2013

Latest: 3 months 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:

   

How do weather stations predict the weather?

Brains On is a non-profit public radio program. There are lots of ways to support the show: [Support] (https://support.americanpublicmedia.org/BOU-pod-ms) [ the podcast with donation] (https://support…

What If World - Stories for Kids

By Eric O'Keeffe  

Stories for Kids  Kids & Family  Fiction  

452 Episodes

Started: Sept 2016

Latest: 3 months ago

Join Mr. Eric for imaginative stories sparked by kids' questions, fostering curiosity and resilience. Grownups, share your kids' What-If Questions, and we may use them in a story! Call our voicemail at 205-605-WHAT or email hello@whatifworldpodcast.com.

Best Episodes of What If World - Stories for Kids:

   

355. Cryptid Kids #10: Worlds Collide

The Cryptid Kids must track down Cthunkle before he can steal the magical power of an entire world.  Lessons include: Being all-powerful would take all the surprises out of life; when playing make-bel…

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

By Mick Sullivan  

Kids & Family  

129 Episodes

Started: Oct 2016

Latest: 3 months 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:

   

Electric Kids

Philo Farnsworth loved electricity so much he came up with a way to invent television - as a 14 year old! Centuries beforehand Stephen Gray, a British scientist, learned more about electricity than a…

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