Looking for a family-friendly podcast? Check out our list of podcast recommendations for your student. From teen book reviews and kid-friendly news to interesting history and cool STEM stories, this list has great podcasts for the whole family!
But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids
Each episode features several kid-submitted questions and gives clear, interesting answers
Best for: Ages 7+
KidNuz
5 minutes of kid-friendly news followed by a quick quiz each day, 5 days a week
Best for: Ages 6+
The Past & the Curious
Featuring people telling interesting, little-known stories from history, this podcast has an emphasis on fun and humor, ending with a quiz-segment
Best for: Ages 7+
Book Club for Kids
Biweekly podcast featuring middle schoolers talking about popular middle-grade/YA books as well as sharing book recommendations
Best for: Tweens and teens
Wow in the World
STEM content with each episode exploring either an area of inquiry or a scientific discovery.
Best for: Ages 5+
Brains On! – https://www.brainson.org/
Podcast that takes a question each episode submitted by an inquisitive youth and returns with an expert to weigh in on an answer.
Best for: Ages 10+
Stories Podcast – https://storiespodcast.com/
A great way to have kids wind down with classic fairytales and original works of fiction
Best for: Ages 3+
What If World
Taking whimsical, kid-submitted questions (like “What if cats ruled the world?) and createing absurd and silly stories, this podcast showcases kid creativity and imagination.
Best for: All Ages
Short & Curly –
A podcast that poses and then breaks down complex ethical questions with the help of famous athletes, musicians, and clever kids. Encourages social-emotional learning and character building by teaching children to listen to their conscience and ask the right questions.
Best for: Ages 7+
RadioLab
A podcast that dives deep into the weird and wonderful world of science. Previous episodes have investigated why we laugh, explored the line between music and language, and discussed the surprising history of football.
Best for: Ages 13+