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When podcasts first gained popularity in the early 2000s, they seemed to be a quaint throwback to radio. But that changed quickly as more and more people jumped in and started experimenting with the medium. Now, hits like Serial have launched podcasts into the mainstream. You can find podcasts on nearly every topic -- from movie reviews to academic lessons to celebrity gossip -- and in nearly every genre, from short fiction to in-depth journalism to comedy.

Podcasts are a great way to hook kids into learning about a topic. They draw listeners into the story in a unique way, providing different viewpoints from what students are usually exposed to. Teachers can use podcasts to supplement the curriculum with high-quality, free content. And you can find podcasts that will work for every grade level and subject area. Check out a few of our favorites to get started!
Grades K-6
NPR's brand-new podcast premiered on May 15, 2017. It's the first NPR podcast to be aimed at kids, and the goal is to "guide curious kids and their grown-ups away from their screens and on a journey." While the specific topics the podcast will cover remain to be seen, the creators say it will focus on important science and technology subjects and questions that families -- or classrooms -- can explore together.
Grades 1-6
Every teacher knows that kids love to ask questions, and science provides plenty of questions for them to be curious about. Brains On tackles questions and topics that are totally relevant to kids' interests, including slime, dinosaur bones, fire, lasers, and airplanes. Teachers can encourage students to take one of the topics and research it more completely or to use it as a jumping-off point for science experiments and research-related questions.
Grades 6-12
Science Friday with Ira Flatow covers a variety of complex science topics, which are great for high school students to use in research or when developing a project or paper. For middle school teachers, Kidsnet offers the Science Friday Kids' Connection curriculum referencing the Science Friday material but in a form more digestible for that age group. Teachers can find any scientific subject covered in the archives, so no matter what you're teaching, the podcast and accompanying curriculum can be priceless (and you may learn a thing or two as well!).
Grades 6-12
One of the largest oral history projects of its kind, StoryCorps consists of more than 50,000 interviews from more than 80,000 participants. Students at just about any grade level or in any subject area could use the StoryCorps interviews in a variety of ways. In a National Teachers Initiative section, listeners can find interviews between teachers and students or former students. The interviews can be used as writing prompts, discussion topics, primary sources for research projects, and more. Students also can record their own stories.
Grades 6-12
This I Believe was a radio series on NPR (now archived) that focused on the writing, sharing, and discussing of people's core beliefs through short personal essays. In the classroom, teachers can use This I Believe to get students to write about their own experiences. Personal experiences, beliefs, and values can make a rich foundation for classroom discussions, but you'll want to make sure you've created a safe space for sharing. A companion book and website offer plenty of resources for teachers and students to work on personal essays.
Grades 6-12
Youth Radio is not only a great podcast for students, but it's also created by kids. The kid journalists of Youth Radio offer a very honest take on hot-button issues and current events, with perspectives that don't often appear in the standard news world. Youth Radio segments can spark discussion on anything from Afghanistan to graffiti to the economy (they're often featured on NPR's Marketplace). Your students may even be inspired to start producing their own pieces.
Grades 9-12
Grammar is notoriously boring, but Grammar Girl, part of the Quick and Dirty Tips Network, manages to make it interesting, and English teachers everywhere are grateful. The website has transcripts of each episode, but the audio delivery is animated and friendly and probably of more interest to students. This podcast is best for middle and high school students and incorporates both traditional grammar questions and more quirky analysis of new types of grammar unique to social media, for example.

Grades 9-12
Every teacher and student knows that, while history may not have been boring, history textbooks often are. Hardcore History with Dan Carlin is aiming to change all that, with honest and dramatic looks at historical figures and events that go far outside the basic historical outline many of us learned. While Hardcore History is not released on a predictable schedule and the episodes are often very long, it brings history to life in an invaluable way. History teachers who take the time to curate clips may find that their students have a whole new interest in learning.

Which essential podcasts did we miss? Let us know your favorites in the comments!

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When podcasts first gained popularity in the early 2000s, they seemed to be a quaint throwback to radio. But that changed quickly as more and more people jumped in and started experimenting with the medium. Now, hits like Serial have launched podcasts into the mainstream.

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As we seek to enhance instruction with technology, one tool we might not think of is podcasts. These can be used in flipped classrooms or blended learning models in the same way you might use videos: to deliver content, provide enrichment, or explain topics in a different way for students who don't get a concept the first time around. As podcasts become a more popular medium, a growing number of them are being produced just for kids. Today we're going to look at eight of them that you can share with your students tomorrow.

If you know what podcasts are and you already listen to them, then you can skip this part. If not, this section will introduce you to the wonderful world of podcasts.

What is a podcast?
A podcast is a lot like a radio show. It has episodes, like a TV show would have, and it's usually in audio-only format, although video podcasts do exist. The length of a podcast episode can vary drastically, anywhere from two minutes to two hours, and they produce on a schedule that ranges from daily to "whenever." Listeners will typically subscribe to favorite podcasts, so that new episodes are delivered to them through whatever app they use.

How does one listen to podcasts?
Although you can listen to them right through a desktop or laptop computer, many people listen to podcasts on a smartphone, on a tablet, or in their cars, using a podcast app that can grab just about any show you're interested in and update that series whenever a new episode is published.This overview from Digital Trends explains how podcasts work and what your options are for listening.

Got it? Now let's dig in to these eight fantastic podcasts.
tumblepodcast.com
Age Range: Best for ages 6-12, appropriate for any age

Tumble is a science podcast that shares the stories behind science discovery. It explores how science actually works as a process. With stories ranging from reaching the deepest part of the ocean to hunting for black holes in distant galaxies, Tumble is co-hosted by a science journalist and a teacher.
Sample Episode: The Mystery of When Brains and Sports Collide
bookclubforkids.org

Age Range: Best for ages 9-14, appropriate for any age
Sample Episode: abc.net.au/radio/programs/shortandcurly Chains by Laurie Halse Anderson
In every episode of this podcast, a different group of kids discusses a young adult book. Each episode also features a celebrity reader and an interview with the book's author.
Sample Episode: soundcloud.com/the-show-about-science Is it ever okay to lie?
Age Range: Best for ages 7-12, appropriate for any age

Short & Curly is an ethics podcast from Australia. The hosts investigate dilemmas relevant to kids, like whether you have to love your sibling or whether Pokemon Go is actually playing you.
shabamshow.com
Age Range: Best for ages 3-9, but fun for curious minds of any age!

This science interview show is hosted by 6-year-old Nate, and while it has some serious science chops, it's also just plain adorable. Nate talks to scientists about everything from alligators to radiation to vultures, in his distinctly original interviewing style.

Sample Episode: Ants with Mikey Bustos
brainson.org
Age Range: Best for ages 8-18, but entertaining for older ages as well

This fast-paced, quirky podcast uses fictional stories to teach listeners about science. It's hosted by an emergency medicine physician, a science journalist, and a filmmaker. Season 1 tells the story of three kids who are separated from their parents during a zombie apocalypse.

Sample Episode: Episode 1: Brain Traps
(Note: The audio player on this site takes some time to kick in after you press play.)
digital.vpr.net/programs/why-podcast-curious-kids
Age Range: Best for ages 6-12, but interesting to all curious minds

Each episode of this science podcast is co-hosted by a different kid, tackling their questions with interviews, fun segments, and the occasional musical number. Episodes cover a wide range of topics like carnivorous plants, interpreting dog and cat sounds, and life on other planets.

Sample Episode: Mosquitoes: What are they good for?
classicsforkids.com
Age Range: Best for ages 5-10, but interesting to all curious minds

Produced by Vermont Public Radio, each episode of this podcast starts with an audio recording of a child asking a question (listeners are invited to send in their own), such as why people have different religions, why the sea is salty, and whether bumblebees have hearts. The rest of the episode goes on to answer that question by inviting experts to share their knowledge on the topic in simple language kids can understand.

Sample Episode: Why is soccer called "soccer" instead of "football"?

Age Range: Materials available for grades K-5, but content would be interesting to anyone wanting to learn about composers

The short episodes of this classical music podcast introduce listeners to different composers, often taking several episodes to study specific pieces or aspects of a composer's work. The site also offers lesson plans, games, and other activities to supplement the show.

Sample Episode: Scott Joplin: Ragtime Music

This list is just the beginning: Let's keep growing the collection in the comments! If you know of a great educational podcast that teachers and parents can share with their kids, tell us about it below, and feel free to provide a link so other readers can find it quickly.♦

I'd like to give a BIG thanks to Lindsay Patterson of the Tumble Podcast for putting this awesome list together for me, and providing many of the descriptions!

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As we seek to enhance instruction with technology, one tool we might not think of is podcasts. These can be used in flipped classrooms or blended learning models in the same way you might use videos: to deliver content, provide enrichment, or explain topics in a different way for students who don't get a concept the first time around.

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Working on an entry to the Student Podcast Challenge? Here's what you need to know.

Guidelines to remember

The contest is open to teachers with students between fifth and 12th grades.

Podcasts must be between three and 12 minutes long.

Podcasts must not include music.

Students can work with a class or extracurricular group to make their podcasts.

Students will need the help of a teacher to submit their podcast. The entry form is open to teachers only.

Before starting a podcast, read through the official rules here.

Dates to keep in mind

Prompts

You can create your podcast entry in any class or extracurricular group, on any topic. If it helps, here are some suggestions.

1. Tell us a story about your school or community: about something that happened there - recently or in the past - that your audience should know about.

2. What is a moment in history that all students should learn about?

3. Show us both sides of a debate about an issue that's important to you.

4. What do you want to change about the world? What's a big change that you want to make in the future?

5. Explain something to us that kids understand and grown-ups don't.

Judging

Our judges will use the following criteria to narrow down and choose the winners in our two age groups - middle (fifth grade through eighth grade) and high school (ninth grade through 12th grade).

Information and structure, 40 percent

Does the podcast tell a compelling story or teach us something new and important? Is it structured in a way that makes sense and keeps listeners engaged? Can we easily follow the story you're telling or the information you're explaining? Have you spent time editing - cutting out unnecessary information or repetition and making sure the main ideas come through clearly?

Personality and creativity, 40 percent

We want to listen to this podcast and hear your voices. Do we hear the unique voices of your class and community? Does it have personality, or does it make us want to fast-forward? Does it make us laugh or cry or leave us deep in thought - feel something? That's what we're looking for.

PRODUCTION, 20 percent

We're not judging you on how fancy your equipment is and we don't expect you to be an expert on recording and editing sound, but we hope you'll try.

Some podcasts may use sound, or audio, in creative ways. Others may be more of an interview format. If you use sound apart from interviews and narration, does it add to the story you're telling? Is the sound clear, and the volume even? Do the transitions sound smooth, without gaps between audio clips? Did you layer the audio and narration? These are some of the things we'll be looking for.

Frequently Asked Questions
What's a podcast?
Podcasts come in all shapes and sizes. That's good news for you, because it means that you have lots of room to be creative and make something you're excited about. Some podcasts, like This American Life, are long - sometimes an hour or more. Others, like Kind World, a podcast from WBUR, are less than 10 minutes. Some podcasts, like NPR's Up First, are about news. Up First comes out every morning, and the hosts talk about the news and feature stories from guests reporting on the news. Other podcasts tell stories. Lots are funny. Some feature people having conversations. Many are educational: They teach listeners about a specific topic. NPR's Hidden Brain is about science and human behavior. And there's Planet Money, a podcast all about money and life.

Think about sound. We're challenging you to work with sounds - interviews, narration and recorded sounds from the world around you.
Don't I need fancy equipment to make a podcast?
Nope! There are ways to make a podcast without buying expensive microphones and recorders. We're writing this guide with the idea that you can make a podcast with two tools: a smartphone and a computer.
What should we listen to to get a feel for the different types of podcasts?
Head over to our student training guide to find to a few great podcast examples before starting on your own.
What are the rules for the NPR Student Podcast Challenge?

Your podcasts must be between three and 12 minutes long.

It must contain original work created by students in a class or extracurricular group.

Your podcast cannot include music.

Eligible groups for this contest are from fifth to 12th grade.

Read through the official rules, found here, before you begin working on a podcast with your class or group.
Why can't we include music?
This podcast challenge is about showcasing your work, and that's what we want to hear. We want to hear the creative ways you've found to share stories and illustrate ideas with sound.

The legal rules for using music from the Web are complicated, and we'd never want a class to be disqualified from our competition because you used music you weren't allowed to.
Do all students in a class need to speak on the podcast?
Nope! We expect to hear student voices, but not all students in each class must be featured. We hope that you will work together in a variety of different roles to put this podcast together.

Here at NPR, lots of people work together to make podcasts. Long before hosts narrate podcasts, they have help from producers who record and edit sound and editors who make sure that the story and script are as strong as they can be. Depending on how big a team you have, the roles of writing scripts and researching may be divided up in different ways. We cover more about those roles in our student training guide, found here.
How does each class submit?
Our submission form is now available here and will close on March 31.

Remember that teachers must submit the form on behalf of their students. Before you submit, you'll need to upload the podcast to Soundcloud and make it publicly viewable and downloadable, so our judges can listen.

(Need help putting the podcast on Soundcloud and changing the privacy settings? Find guidance here and here.)

Teachers, don't forget to get permission from a parent or legal guardian of each student who worked on the project. Please read through the rules to learn exactly what you'll need permission for.
Is there a minimum or maximum number of students that can work on a podcast?
Nope.
I'm in a journalism club (or a podcasting club, or an AV club, or any other type of club) before/after school. Can we make a podcast?
Definitely! You just need to ask your group's teacher sponsor to submit it on your behalf through our submission site. (That's for legal reasons.)
I'm a teacher. What sorts of resources can I use as my class creates a podcast for this contest?
Our resource guide for teachers is full of information for educators, whether you're leading a class in podcasting or advising an extracurricular group.
I teach multiple classes. Can I submit multiple podcast entries?
Yes! You can submit entries for more than one class or extracurricular group. Please make sure to fill out a separate submission form for each.
My class includes students from both age categories. What should I do?
If students in your class are from both middle and high school - for example, if you teach a class with both eighth- and ninth-graders - you may choose to compete in whichever age group best represents the age range in your class.
Some students in my fifth-grade class are in fourth grade. Can we still compete?
We won't disqualify a fifth-grade class because a fourth-grade student(s) is on the roster.
My children are home-schooled. Can they still work on a contest entry?
Yes, they can! However, you may only enter the podcast on their behalf if you are their teacher.
My children attend classes remotely or online. Can they still work on a contest entry?
Yes, they can! However, only teachers can enter podcast entries on their students' behalf.

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1. How to Subscribe to a Podcast

2. History Podcasts

3. Self-Improvement Podcasts

4. Money Podcasts

5. Arts, Culture, & Society Podcasts

6. Science & Technology Podcasts

7. Career Podcasts

Wouldn't it be great if there were a way to stay fit and learn new things? If you're looking for a way to make your gym time productive for your mind as well as your body, then podcasts are your answer.

In fact, any time you're doing something less than mentally stimulating - driving, walking to class, doing your laundry - you can probably pop in your headphones and listen to a podcast at the same time.

These 40 educational podcasts are all great shows that'll help you learn more, thus adding more productive hours to your day. They might even help keep you entertained on laundry days as well.

I've worked to make this list as comprehensive and diverse as possible. However, if you're not sure where to start and want some recommendations, here's shortcut list to my personal top 8 podcasts for learning new things:

1. Hardcore History

2. The Tim Ferriss Show

3. 99% Invisible

4. The College Info Geek Podcast

5. Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders

6. You Are Not So Smart

7. 50 Things that Made the Modern Economy

8. Philosophize This!

Of course, there are many, many other educational podcasts out there to be discovered. So scroll through the list and see what catches your eye.

Note that in most cases, I've linked directly to each show's website - that way you'll be able to listen to episodes right in your browser and find each podcast's subscription options.
Also, if you want even more stuff to listen to, you might want to check out our list of the 50+ best audiobooks in 2021.
If you want to subscribe to your favorite podcasts and have their episodes delivered to your iPhone, Android phone, or other device whenever they come out, here's how to do it.

First, you'll need a podcast app. If you have an iPhone, you should already have the Podcasts app installed. Android users can use Google Play Music, though there's also a dedicated Google Podcasts app that has extra features.

You can also find most podcasts on Spotify. Other dedicated podcast apps include Pocket Casts (my personal choice), Overcast, Stitcher, and Podcast Addict.

Within your chosen podcast app, simply search for a podcast and hit Subscribe or Follow. Note that your app's settings will determine whether or not episodes are automatically downloaded, whether downloads will require wi-fi, etc.

Alright, let's move onto the list.

If you're a longtime reader of College Info Geek, you know I'm a huge history nerd. So I had to include just a few history podcasts on the list. Don't worry - these podcasts are a way more interesting than your typical, dry history lecture.

Hardcore History is, in my humble opinion, the best podcast. It's almost unfair to call it a podcast, because each episode of Dan Carlin's brilliant show is on par with an audiobook - both in terms of production value and quality of research. The fact that his most recent episodes have been trending towards five hours in length or more doesn't hurt the comparison either.

Carlin's passionate and varied delivery could make any topic interesting, but he also has a knack for picking some of the most fascinating - the rise and fall of the Mongol empire, the Punic Wars, the Cuban Missile Crisis, or World War II from the oft-overlooked vantage point of the Eastern Front.

There's a reason I've put this show at the #1 spot on this list. If you're just now getting into podcasts, this needs to be in your feed. New episodes sometimes take months to release, but when they do finally come out, they're always worth it.
Episodes to start with:
The Roman empire was one of the greatest to ever exist, spanning multiple continents and a huge diversity of cultures, languages, and beliefs.

If you want to learn more about this epic empire but aren't keen on reading The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire or other multi-volume, thousand-page history books, you'll find this podcast really useful.

It covers the entire history of Rome from its beginnings as an obscure Italian kingdom to its rise to world domination (and ultimate decline).
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Unlike a lot of the other shows on this list, this podcast isn't ongoing. It's more like an epic documentary series in podcast form. In the show, host Tim Harford tells the story of 50 inventions, ideas, and innovations that helped create the economy we know today. Who knew double-entry bookkeeping and barbed wire could be so fascinating?
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The Memory palace is "a storytelling podcast and public radio segment about the past." Host Nate DiMeo (formerly of NPR) takes an unconventional approach to history through vignettes and artifacts. The past comes to life in a way unlike in any textbook.

If you want to explore history through short stories and everyday objects, you'll love this show.
Episodes to start with:
Philosophy is a vast and, frankly, sometimes boring topic. At least, that's how it likely was if you took the typical Philosophy 101 class as a freshman. But philosophy doesn't have to be boring. It's the study of knowledge itself, of what it means to be human and how to live in the world (among lots of other important questions).

Like any discipline, philosophy didn't just emerge from nowhere. It's the result of centuries of debate among some of the greatest minds to ever live. In this show, Professor Peter Adamson provides an overview of the ideas, lives and historical context of the major philosophers (as well as lesser known ones). If nothing else, it might help you pass that required Philosophy 101 course.
Episodes to start with:
After listening to the Hardcore History episodes about WWII, I wanted to learn more. So I was excited to discover this podcast by history buff Ray Harris Jr.

It's a serious deep dive into WWII, featuring personal stories from listeners in addition to what's in the history books.
Episodes to start with:
We want to help you become the best version of yourself possible here at College Info Geek, and these podcasts will put you well on your way. Learn how to teach yourself anything, maximize your energy levels, and be generally awesome at life.

The Tim Ferriss Show is a business podcast unlike any other. Author and entrepreneur Tim Ferriss interviews guests that rarely give interviews, including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Maria Popova, and Rick Rubin. In all of the shows, Tim deconstructs the routines of expert performers in order to give you useful tactics, tools, and routines.

Most of the personal development podcasts out there owe a huge debt to this show (or are straight up copying it). But few have come close to this show's excellence.
Episodes to start with:
Who doesn't want to be healthier? I know it's always been a goal of mine. But the world of health advice is a mess, full of information that's inaccurate at best and harmful at worst. That's why I love this podcast from functional medicine and ancestral health expert Chris Kesser.

The topics are pretty nerdy (eye microbiomes, anyone?), but the advice is sound. Ultimately, the focus is on how you can live a healthier life while preventing disease.
Episodes to start with:
The College Info Geek Podcast is a show dedicated to helping students learn and improve in all areas of life. On this podcast, you'll learn how to study more effectively, be more productive, and become a better job candidate.

We've come a long way since I interviewed my first guest back in 2013. Today, my friend (and developer wizard extraordinaire) Martin Boehme and I co-host the show, answering questions from listeners while always finding time to obsess about the latest hipster teas.
Episodes to start with:
And if you like the College Info Geek Podcast and want even more advice on how to improve your life, check out Thomas's full course on building habits that last:

I l ove TED talks, and I bet there's a good chance that you've watched a few before as well. Most TED talks are just as good in audio form as they are in video, so the TED Talks Daily podcast easily tops the list here.

There are few other places where you'll find such a great variety of awesome, mind-expanding content.
Episodes to start with:
After reading the excellent Harry Potter and the Methods of Rationality, I became intensely interested in topics like rationality, cognitive science, and heuristics. I also started following several people in those circles - one of them being Julia Galef, the co-founder of the Center for Applied Rationality.

In the Rationally Speaking podcast, Galef and her guests tackle topics like utilitarianism, heuristics and biases, and why people should learn to be rational in the first place.
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You're probably confident in a lot of things that either have no rational basis or are just plain wrong. Not convinced? Have a listen to this podcast from David McRaney, and you may just change your mind.

This show explores issues like overconfidence and irrationality, issues that are fundamentally human yet detrimental to our learning, progress, and well-being in many situations. It makes a nice complement to Rationally Speaking.
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In this podcast, retired Navy SEAL officer and leadership instructor Jocko Willink interviews elite leaders and performers. You'll learn how to perform under pressure, lead with confidence, and work as part of a winning team.

If you're into military strategy and history, you'll also find this one interesting, as many of the lessons Jocko teaches are based on books by military leaders of the past.
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I love interviews with fascinating people, and that's exactly what you get in this podcast. Shane Parrish (founder of the blog Farnam Street) interviews remarkable people about the frameworks and mental models that they use to do their best work and live their best lives.

Past guests have included well-known figures such as Gary Taubes, Susan Cain, and Ed Latimore, as well as a professional sommelier and the CEO of payment processing company Stripe. Shane doesn't release new episodes on a regular schedule, but when he does, it's always worth a listen.
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The Jordan Harbinger Show interviews top performers across a wide variety of fields and deconstructs what makes them so successful.

The breadth of guests on this show is quite impressive. Jordan interviews academics and entrepreneurs as you might expect, but he also talks to poets, musicians, comedians, and all kinds of fascinating people you've never heard of.
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Noah Kagan is the founder of businesses such as SumoMe and AppSumo. Before that, he was an early employee at Facebook and Mint. Needless to say, he knows a lot about what it takes to start and scale a company.

In this show, he interviews founders and top performers in industries as diverse as mountain biking, solo travel, and producing Kendrick Lamar. It's a great podcast to listen to for inspiration while starting or growing your own business.
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One of our priorities here at College Info Geek is helping you manage your money. These podcasts will help you destroy your debt, build wealth, and understand how money works.

If you've ever gone through the Start Here! page at CIG, you'll know that one of my main focuses involves helping you to pay off your student loans, avoid more debt, and generally become financially free.

If you want a whole podcast dedicated to those topics, plus advice on renting vs buying a home, the basics of investing, and how to make extra money on the side, you should check out Listen Money Matters (LMM). I was a huge fan of the show back when I was a student, and I eventually stepped in as co-host after creative differences between the show's founders, Andrew and Matt.

Now, however, Matt and Andrew are reunited as co-hosts (since I need more time to work on growing this site). I'm excited to see where they take the show in the future.
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Want to make sure you'll have enough money to retire? I know that may seem like a remote concern if you're still a student struggling to pass Econ 101, but it's never too early to start thinking about your financial future.

That's where this podcast comes in. Former financial manager David Stein will help you take control of your finances and manage your own investment portfolio. He explains how topics like inflation, trade wars, and even electric cars can affect your personal finances. This is not your average, spammy investment podcast.
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Ever wonder how billionaires got to be so rich? Wonder what investing lessons you can learn from them? That's what The Investors Podcast explores through a mix of interviews and analysis.

This is on the more advanced side of investing, so if you're new to the topic I'd recommend starting with Listen Money Matters or Money for the Rest of Us. But once you've gotten some more knowledge and experience under your belt, you'll find this show valuable and enlightening.
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Economics is one of those topics that can seem so remote from our daily experience that it's not even worth studying. This isn't the case, however. Economics is a crucially important topic, affecting where we live, how we work, and what we eat.

In this podcast, economics research fellow Russ Roberts interviews professional economists about the economics that shape our lives.
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In addition to co-hosting the Listen Money Matters podcast, my friend Matt Giovanisci also has his own show. Unlike a lot of business podcasts, which focus on how to start a business, Money Lab discusses all the challenges that come from being a full-time entrepreneur in the thick of it.

Through Matt's conversations with his friend and fellow entrepreneur Andrew Fiebert, you'll learn about topics like managing mental health while working for yourself, how to sell websites, and what it's like to give advice online for a living. It's definitely more specialized than a lot of the podcasts on this list, but Matt's brash, humorous style makes it a fun listen.
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The world is vast, mystifying, and beautiful. At least, that's my impression after listening to these podcasts. These shows will give you your daily culture fix, while also showing you the amazing art that people have created.

Even if you're not familiar with how podcasts work, there's a good chance that you've heard of Radiolab before. One of the most popular podcasts in the world, Radiolab is a "show about curiosity".

The founders tackle topics ranging from brain injuries to the story of Henrietta Lacks. Each episode is masterfully produced and features tons of different voices - topical experts, subjects of the interviews, and more. This is one of those shows that makes people mad simply because they can't produce episodes fast enough.
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"Ever wonder how inflatable men came to be regular fixtures at used car lots? Curious about the origin of the fortune cookie? Want to know why Sigmund Freud opted for a couch over an armchair?"

These are the sorts of questions this show about "the unnoticed architecture and design that shape our world" explores.

Host Roman Mars will take you behind the scenes of the world you thought you knew.
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Love true crime stories? You owe it to yourself to listen to this podcast. Host Phoebe Judge explores real crime stories with a level of empathy, perception, and radio-quality production that you won't find anywhere else. Be warned: this stuff can be pretty chilling.
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Of all the podcasts out there, this one is by far the most popular and mainstream. Much of this has to do with the fact that it's broadcast on NPR, but it's also because the production and storytelling of this show are beyond any other podcast out there.

Each episode is a masterpiece of narrative journalism, exploring a different topic through compelling human stories. As they put it on their about page, it's "like little movies for radio."
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Ever since I started learning music production, I've been fascinated with how musicians put together songs. Song Exploder provides the insight I'd been looking for. Each episode features an interview with an artist (some famous, some obscure) about how they created a particular song.

The episodes are also the perfect length for listening to on a commute (generally under 20 minutes), and the wide variety of genres and artists ensures you won't get bored.
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"What does it mean to be human? How do we want to live? And who will we be to each other?" These are the questions that journalist and former diplomat Krista Tippet explores in On Being.

Each episode is a conversation with a great thinker, artist, activist, or spiritual leader, and the topics are as varied as the guests. Whether or not you consider yourself "spiritual" or even "religious," each episode will leave you with something to ponder.
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Want to get the valuable, useful lessons of philosophy without the dry textbooks or arcane debates? Then you should listen to this podcast. Host Stephen West works to promote education and acceptance through a podcast that shares the ideas that shaped the world we live in.

To get the most out of this show, I'd recommend starting from the beginning. It provides a systematic overview of philosophy's major ideas that someone without a philosophy degree can understand.
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Science and technology are the forces shaping the present and future of our world, so it's a good idea to at least be able to talk about them intelligently (even if you don't have a degree in rocket science). These podcasts will help you stay updated on the latest developments in science and tech.

If you're reading this, you (probably) have a brain. Since we all have them, it makes sense to learn more about how they work. As far as we know, we're the only organisms in the universe that are currently studying ourselves, and the study of the brain is at the center of it all.

Dr. Ginger Campbell will teach you about the latest findings in neuroscience in a way that you can enjoy no matter what your background. You'll also get to hear interviews with eminent neuroscientists from around the world.
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If you want to learn crazy, mind-expanding facts about science, then you'll love Discovery. It's from the frickin BBC, so you know it's going to be well-produced and unbiased. Plus soothing British accents, if you're into that.

Past topics include the reason we dream, how to use chemistry to bake the perfect cake, and the discovery of plate tectonics.
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Hacking isn't the way it looks in movies and TV, but it's still a very real practice that, in the wrong hands, can jeopardize personal safety and national security.

Host Geoff Siskind, along with cybersecurity expert Bruce Snell, explores the real world of cybercrime with the aim of helping you protect yourself against hackers.
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Odds are, many of you are too young to remember when Car Talk was actually on the air (or, at least, too young to find it relevant). While the original radio show ended in 2012, NPR has kept it alive in the form of the Car Talk podcast.

This show features the best of host Tom and Ray's humorous yet expert answers to listener car questions. Even if you don't care about the technical details of fixing cars, the show is so amusing that you just might learn something in spite of yourself.
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Staying updated on the latest tech news can be a challenge, since the sheer volume of new technologies is overwhelming. Download helps you cut through the noise, bringing you the most important stories and trends in technology.

But you don't just get the news - you also get analysis from a panel of tech experts. That way, you can decide if it really is worth it to buy the latest Apple Microwave or whatever.
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We want you to graduate college excited to start your career. But if you have no idea where you want to start, these podcasts can help. And even if you're a few years into your professional life, these shows will help you continue to progress.

Even if you don't have entrepreneurial aspirations, the Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders podcast can be an incredibly useful learning resource. I've been listening to it since I was in high school, and it's one of my favorite podcasts.

This show is simply a series of recorded lectures from Stanford University. Past guests include Guy Kawasaki, Mark Zuckerberg, and Marissa Mayer.
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On this podcast, YouTuber and creative entrepreneur Sara Dietschy has candid conversations with artists and business professionals. Past guests have included Gary Vaynerchuk, Roberto Blake, and some rando named Thomas Frank.

If you're curious about how you can build a life that balances creativity and business success, you'll want to be sure to listen to this show. Also, be sure to check out my interview with Sara on the CIG Podcast to hear her thoughts on making a career as a YouTuber.
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Love all things related to startups and corporate finance? Curious how an IPO works? Fancy yourself the next Mark Zuckerberg? Then you should listen to Acquired.

It's a podcast all about technology acquisitions and IPOs (Initial Public Offerings). Learn about the successes and failures of companies such as Tesla, Instagram, and...PowerPoint (?).
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Have you ever wondered what it's like to work as an independent online content creator? This is what CGP Grey and Myke Hurley explore in this podcast.

It's a mix of business, productivity, and musings about tech from two really thoughtful, interesting dudes.
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Want to learn how to be more than just "good" at your job? This is the podcast for you. Host Pete Mockaitis interviews thought leaders and top performers to discover specific, actionable insights that boost your work performance.

Even if you're still a student, you can learn a lot from this podcast about how to succeed in an internship, campus job, or your classes.
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Gaming is way more mainstream than it used to be, with the most popular game streamers earning millions of dollars. Less appreciated and well-known, however, are the people who create these video games.

With Game Dev Loadout, host Tony Chan takes you behind the scenes of what it takes to create a video game. Each episode features an interview with industry professionals who share their successes, failures, and why they love working in gaming. If you ever wanted to create your own video game (or were just curious about how video games are made), you'll find this show valuable.
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A big part of college is figuring out what you'll do after you graduate. A lot of the time, I think we have a limited idea of all the possible jobs out there, pushing students toward law, medicine, engineering, and management consulting.

What I love about Slate's Working podcast is that it shatters this idea, showing you just how many kinds of jobs are out there. Even if you don't actually want to become a professional wrestler, tattoo artist, or urban winemaker, this podcast is a fascinating glimpse into the way these people (and many more) do their jobs.
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Over to You

We've gone through 40 of the best podcasts for expanding your knowledge while you're doing other things during the day.

There's no need to listen to everything on this list (you wouldn't have time for that even if you did nothing but listen to podcasts).

But I hope you've found some new shows to help educate you while you're commuting, exercising, or taking a walk.
Want even more things to listen to? Check out our list of the 50+ best audiobooks.

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Listen and Learn: The 40 Best Educational Podcasts in 2023

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Podcasts let you keep learning when you're driving, walking to class, working out, or practicing your plunger-arrow archery. Here are the 40 best for 2021.

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VPR: But Why? A Podcast for Curious Kids

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But Why is a show led by you, kids! You 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. Have a question? Send it to us! Adults, use your smartphone’s memo function or an au…

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Though our focus is mainly on the creation and implementation of podcasting in the classroom, we would be remiss if we did not mention some great places for your students to LISTEN to podcasts! Here are 5 podcasts that are student-friendly and ready for eager ears:

DREAM BIG - Hosted by a 7-year old (at the time of this writing) and her mother, this podcast features interviews with experts in various fields, celebrities, and a collection of award winners. Their goal? Help students follow their dreams. This podcast is a great way to introduce students to interviewing techniques, how to think on a "big picture" scale, and learn from some of the folks they look up to. Suggested for: ALL AGES

BUT WHY: A Podcast for Curious Kids - Students submit questions and the hosts answer those questions. The answers are clear, expert-driven bits delivered in a fun fashion. This podcast opens students' eyes to the world beyond the walls of their school. In the classroom, older students could answer younger students' questions about higher-level subjects, the community, school life, etc. Suggested for: ALL AGES

SHORT AND CURLY - These (roughly) half-hour episodes address issues students face in everyday life. The hosts answer questions like "When is it okay to tattle," "Would you donate your kidney to a stranger," and "Is your classroom FAIR!?" The episodes give the students a chance to have in-class discussions between segments (many episodes have several segments addressing the main topic). Outside of the podcasts, your students could make up their own questions and have discussions. Record those, edit them, and release your own version of "Short and Curly!" Suggested for: ALL AGES, though probably more for 6th-12th Graders.

THE ALLUSIONIST - Host Helen Zaltzman brings a fun, funny approach to words, language, and how certain words, phrases, and their meanings came to be. Topics include the difference between American and British "English," "Technobabble," "The Evolution of Accents," and more. These episodes can be used in class to spark conversation, research, and discussion into the words and phrases we use everyday. NOTE: Some episodes may contain language inappropriate for younger listeners. Suggested for: Grades 6-12

CRIMINAL - Each episode features a crime and the people accused (rightly, wrongly, or somewhere between). Students can listen to an episode based on a topic of their choosing (individually or in small groups/whole class) then share their thoughts. As time allows, students could also do further research and create their own podcast as a response to the episode they chose and/or the research they did based on it. NOTE: Some episodes may contain subject matter not appropriate for younger listeners. Suggested for: Grades 8-12

Getting your students interested in podcasts as a listener may provide the spark they need to become podcast producers. By having your students listen to podcasts, you help them understand what makes a podcast worth listening to. In fact, a class assignment could involve students listening to a variety of podcasts then discussing their likes and dislikes - what they enjoyed and what they would do to improve the podcasts they didn't care for.
NOTE: Age suggestions are just that: suggestions. We wholeheartedly recommend teachers listen to several podcasts from each source before deciding what is or is not appropriate for your classroom students. Likewise, if students choose a podcast you have not heard yet, we recommend the teacher listen to it for age-appropriateness.

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Podcasts in the Classroom: 5 Podcasts for Students

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"Our son Aaron was fortunate to have participated. It was an event that was memorable for all the right reasons. First and foremost, it made reading exciting for Aaron, who continues to be a voracious reader to this day. Kitty was relaxed with the children, interested in what they were saying, and respectful as she took their comments seriously. Aaron's reaction to Kitty's interview was 'Kitty was like a regular person.'

As a family of readers, we were thrilled with Kitty's Book Club, and with her!"

- Diane L. Gale, Irvine, CA - December 2021

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50 of the BEST Podcasts for High School Students

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High school is perhaps one of the biggest turning points of a person's life. Sure, there's still college after that, but not everyone gets the chance to move that stage forward.

So while you're all in the stage where you go wonder what you really want to be like in the years to come, why not try listening to Podcasts to give yourself some insights about life. There are scores of podcasts that you could find all over the internet. Topics range from Academic Related stuff where you could be able to extend your knowledge in any particular class that you like, to inspirational ones which would give you some great things to think about how to live your life and how to enjoy what you have.

So here's a collection of 50 Podcasts that any high school student should listen to, categorized into the four general topics would help you focus on what you might choose to become in the years to come.
Academic Related Podcasts
Not everyone can be a History Buff, a Grammar Nazi, a Science Geek, or a Poetry enthusiast, but a person could try listening to one of these podcasts to have a bit more of new things learned from among every classes like Science, Math, English, History and Literature.

There are things that we can't just learn in a four walled classroom, which is why these podcasts could offer you more practical applications of the theories they discuss to you. Apart from that is you get to know more advance stuff that could help you appreciate learning these classes more.
General and Special Interest Podcasts
Everyone has their own sets of hobbies and interests. Some might be more of into arts (in all sorts of forms) or perhaps photography, or knitting and crocheting. Others might be interested in the latest innovations in technology. Others are superbly curious of how things work so they could make videos of it on YouTube. There are those out there who like stuff about Animals, the Universe, the Mind, Documentaries and Conspiracy Theories and so on and so forth.

So for the sake of having a lot of youngsters out there who are into several things, here's a list of podcasts for those various hobbies and interests.
Entrepreneurship
Isn't there a saying about starting up a business while you are young?

Whether you're into selling things for auction at eBay, or having garage sales on weekends, making homemade cookies and cupcakes for deliveries, it's about time you get to learn more on the techniques on how to make your business flourish into something bigger. Who knows if you could make your business your career if you decide not to go further into college.

Since it's never just about learning the theories about business, but having the ability to be quick and efficient in decision making, why not invest a bit of your time listening to pros on how they handle their business?
Inspirational & Motivational
There are plenty of days we feel down. High School is probably among those days when you feel like everything isn't going how you want them and that you feel like there's no point to all the things happening around you. Now, remember that people around you are having the same struggles too. Some of them have worse things to think and feel about themselves but they still push themselves to go on with their lives. Get to know their heartwarming stories that would tug on your heartstrings. Live by their examples and inspire others like how they inspired you.
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Podcasts are a terrific way to learn something new, whether you're at home, in the car, or in the classroom. They cover a wide variety of topics, so there's something to interest pretty much everyone. These podcasts for kids and teens are sure to engage young listeners and start interesting conversations. Plus, we've suggested enrichment activities to go along with each one!

Disclaimer: We've divided the list by grade level because some might be more intense or cover more mature topics than is appropriate for younger students. You are the best judge for your own kids or students, though, so we recommend vetting all material before sharing.

Best Podcasts for Kids in Elementary School

Teachers can get free access to this podcast to share with their class. The episodes focus on subjects in STEAM and language arts, all geared toward kids in grades K-5.

Activity to try: Use these educational podcasts as a launching pad for STEM challenges. Visit the Tinkercast website for lots of "podject" ideas!

On each episode, kids collaborate with famous, diverse authors to grow their story ideas. Then the author takes those seeds and writes an original story that you get to hear on the show!

Activity to try: Have students brainstorm a list of their own potential story ideas together. Then, ask each student to use one or more of those ideas to write a short story on their own.

Like Story Seeds, Story Pirates encourages kids to submit their own ideas. But instead of turning them into stories, the show transforms those ideas into songs and sketch comedy. So fun!

Activity to try: Take your students' story ideas and challenge them to write their own funny sketches and songs. This will really encourage their creativity.

In this debate podcast, participants take two different items and argue it out to determine which is best. Topics include "Hot Sauce vs. Butter" and "Palm Trees vs. Pine Trees."

Activity to try: This is such a fun way to introduce debating skills to kids. Hold your own "this or that" debates with students, or try this list of funny debate topics for all ages.

This podcast adapts folktales from around the world into music-rich radio plays for kids. Each episode explores universal themes like friendship, persistence, creativity, and generosity, and ends with an activity that inspires a deeper conversation between children and grown-ups. This is one of those podcasts for kids that appeals to adults too!

Activity to try: Print the free coloring page that goes along with each episode and let kids use their crayons or markers while they listen.

Life on Earth can be awfully strange, don't you think? The folks at Radiolab, creators of popular podcasts for adults and teens, produce this special series just for kids. Each episode has accompanying "shovels," which are activities to help kids dig deeper. This one is perfect for the classroom.

Activity to try: The drawing prompts for each episode are really unique. Have kids complete them, then display them on a bulletin board or slideshow for others to see.

These original audio stories are filled with whimsy and wonder for young listeners and their families. This is one of the best podcasts for kindergartners.

Activity to try: Let kids write, illustrate, and make a recording of their own original story.

Kids have all kinds of curious questions-it's one of the things we love most about them! This educational podcast for kids from Vermont Public Radio tackles such topics as Why Do People Have Nightmares?, Do Animals Get Married?, and Why Do Lions Roar?

Activity to try: Have kids start a log, using a special notepad, of all the crazy questions they can think of. They should take the notebook with them everywhere they go.

In an era of fake news, kids need to be able to determine what's true and what's false. And what better way to do that than a game show that puts kids in the driver's seat, adults on the hot seat, and a sound-effects robot strapped to the roof? Each week, a kid interviews two experts on a particular topic, one of whom is a genuine, credentialed expert, the other a liar. Hilarious and fast-paced, the show teaches kids to ask insightful questions, weigh the evidence before them, and trust their gut.

Activity to try: Play an in-class or at-home version of Two Truths and a Lie to polish truth-telling skills.

There's a whole lot going on in the world these days, and not all of the news is kid-friendly. KidNuz informs in a way that explains but doesn't overwhelm kids. Their mission statement says it all: "To engage the next generation with news that will inform without fear and educate without opinion."

Activity to try: Pick an issue and do a "deep dive." Specifically, look for the upside of a situation-people helping people, people bonding together, etc.

A fun-filled podcast for kids all about ethical questions that get kids and adults thinking. "Do you have to love your sibling?" "Are some lies actually OK?" "Is it ever OK to fight back against a bully?"

Activity to try: Have your students write down questions to which they don't know the answers and discuss them (after vetting them, of course).

If you're looking for science podcasts for kids, this one tells stories about science discoveries with help from actual scientists. They explore things like why cats always seem to land on their feet and what a journey to the center of the Earth would look like.

Activity to try: Discuss the topic of any given episode as a class, opening it up to questions and encouraging further research.

Follow the ongoing battle between Dr. Floyd and the evil mastermind Dr. Steve (along with his sock-shaped assistant, Fidgert). During all their fighting, Dr. Floyd learns about history. With more than 400 episodes, there are plenty to choose from.

Activity to try: Have students write their own episodes, including a historical event that they love or that you have covered in class.

The host of Brains On! and her kid co-host talk with food scientists and snake handlers, put on plays, write songs, and so much more. It's a science lesson for your ears!

Activity to try: Listen to the episode " Books: How they're made and how your brain reads them." Afterward, have a discussion with your class about the many ways that reading is great for them.

This is an online treasure trove of free audio stories. You can listen to a mixture of original stories, fairy tales, and specially adapted myths and histories. Storynory has published an episode every week since 2005, so there is plenty to love and something for everyone.

Activity to try: Have students write an original short story and then present it to the class.

In search of podcasts for curious kids? Every two weeks, the creative host of this podcast takes questions from kids and spins them into an entertaining tale. Check out What If Clouds Were Made of Cotton Candy? or What If Magic Didn't Exist?

Activity to try: Make a top-10 list of your own what-ifs. Write a story, create a comic strip, or make a drawing to go with your favorites.

In a distant future that's either really bad or really good (depending on whose side you're on), two strange and unlikely champions embark on a series of adventures to stop a wicked A.I., and in the process must struggle to understand "old-fashioned" ideas like "kindness" and "just hanging out not doing much."

Activity to try: Start a discussion on how devices such as smartphones impact students' interactions with the people around them. Discuss the pros and cons of technology and the things we can do to be more connected with one another.

James Hawkins helps his mom run a motel in modern-day Montauk, Long Island. When a mysterious man washes up on the beach with a treasure map tattooed on his chest, James discovers that Billy Bones is, in fact, a time-traveling pirate from the 18th century. James and his new friends, Morgan and Max, follow the map right into a magical portal that leads them back nearly 300 years and into a swashbuckling adventure.

Activity to try: Have students write the story of what they would do if they discovered someone was a time-traveler. Would they want to enter the portal and go back in time?

In the spirit of Mayan folklore, an 11-year-old Belizean girl accidentally invokes an evil spirit that threatens to consume the rainforest. She goes on a thrilling journey to save her home and her people.

Activity to try: Ask students to write their own story of what they would do to protect their home. Do they see any similarities to the environmental problems we face today?

Finn Caspian is an 8-year-old boy aboard the Famous Marlowe 280 Interplanetary Exploratory Space Station. He and his friends Abigail, Elias, and Vale are Explorers Troop 301, taking off from the Marlowe to explore uncharted planets, help the occasional alien, and solve a mystery that threatens to destroy their space station.

Activity to try: Have students create their own illustrations of Finn's adventures. Would they want to be among his explorer friends?

Best Podcasts for Kids in Middle School

In each episode, three real middle school students team up to talk about their favorite book. Episodes also include an interview with the author, celebrity readings, and more.

Activity to try: Put your students into groups of three, and have them record their own podcast discussion about a book they all love.

This clever teen has been uncovering the mysteries of the universe in this podcast since he was 11. Several years in, he's tackling topics like how to fix recycling, why math is so hard to love, and other subjects tweens can relate to in his educational podcasts.

Activity to try: Before listening to a podcast, pose the title question to students and ask them to think, write, or discuss their initial responses. After listening, see how their opinions stack up to Tai's findings.

Though this podcast focuses mainly on Australian girls and women, their stories are meaningful around the world. Learn about athletes, scientists, adventurers, and more.

Activities to try: Challenge students to try to find girls or women in their own lives who have had similar experiences to the ones featured in this podcast.

Listen as world-famous radio reporter Eleanor foils devious plots, outwits crafty villains, and goes after the Big Story. Eleanor's pursuit of truth takes her into orbit, out to sea, and even to the halls of Congress! Her adventures are entertaining and informative.

Activity to try: Have a discussion about Eleanor and her values, especially the importance of access to information, being inclusive to different points of view, and telling the truth. Then have your students write about what their values are.

If you're looking for podcasts for kids who are into hip-hop, this one for tweens might be just their speed. Episodes follow the main character, Antoine, a boy who is bullied and finds a magical book that transports him to another world.

Activity to try: Have students create an illustrated version of the story as they follow along with the podcast.

Famed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson talks about all things space: stars, planets, humans in space, and so much more. He also interviews a lot of amazing people, from astronaut Buzz Aldrin to actress Olivia Munn to former president Jimmy Carter.

Activity to try: Have students research the science topic covered in a given episode, learning more about the topic and sharing their findings.

Explore all of the oddities of the English language! Filled with good humor and levity, this podcast will help students explore the roots of words and phrases that we use every day.

Activity to try: Have students write their own grammatical or linguistic jokes, using these as starter examples.

Looking for educational podcasts about history for kids? This title speaks for itself. Learn about people and events that are often overlooked in a typical history class.

Activity to try: Choose a popular unit of historical study, like the Civil War or Great Depression, then have students research the little-told stories related to it. They could even write a readers theater based on their findings.

This is an award-winning listening-skills platform, searchable by topic area or school subject. It advances classroom learning by providing additional content and building listening skills. There is also a focus on current events that helps keep the learning tied to the real world.

Activity to try: Each episode comes equipped with teaching resources, so pick the topic that is best for your class and get listening.

Humans are a curious lot as this educational podcast attests to in its mission statement: "True stories of inspiration, humor, and the incredible achievements of all types of people, many of which are sadly under-shared."

Activity to try: Have your students reach out to relatives, friends, or neighbors and ask them to share stories from their past.

This thought-provoking podcast tells the origin story of middle schoolers Marcus Aronson and Mondo Ramirez, also known as Cupid and the Grim Reaper. Can these two mismatched heroes overcome their differences and learn to harness the powers of life, death, and love?

Activity to try: Start a conversation about what it would be like to be a teen with superpowers. Discuss the perspectives of the main characters. How would students feel if they were 13 years old and found out they are Cupid or the Grim Reaper?

Best Podcasts for Kids in High School

This inspiring podcast celebrates all the teens and tweens who are innovating, inventing, and making the world a better place. Listening to these episodes will remind students that they can accomplish great things at any age.

Activity to try: Do some research to find more inspiring teens and tweens, locally or around the world. Ask students to create their own podcast episode about their amazing finds.

Music-loving teens will be fascinated by this podcast in which musicians talk about the songs they've written, telling the stories of their creation. With guests that range from Billie Eilish to Yo-Yo Ma, everyone will find music they love here.

Activity to try: Have students choose a song they love, and see if they can find out more about the story of its creation and recording. They can record their own podcast or write an article about their discoveries.

We all have moments in our lives that we'd rather forget, but there's something reassuring about knowing other people feel the same way. This podcast invites adults (including celebrities) to share embarrassing things they wrote as kids. Teens will feel a real connection and also get an important reminder that we really do live down even the most embarrassing things.

Activity to try: Invite students to write a journal entry or letter to themselves about an embarrassing time in their lives. Encourage them to return to it in a few years to see if they still feel the same way.

Ever wanted to know more about your subconscious, the part of your brain that influences and manipulates you without your even knowing it? This podcast dives deep into exactly that topic.

Activity to try: Encourage students to take some time to reflect on their own subconscious, perhaps in a journal entry. Can they identify times when it had a real influence on their actions?

This long-running NPR favorite is one of the best educational podcasts for kids in high school. They'll get a chance to challenge their own knowledge of news and current events while laughing at the show's guests as they try to do the same.

Activity to try: Host your own segment of the show each week, with one student responsible for coming up with a series of current events questions to test their classmates.

Help students connect with this centuries-old play using this new bilingual podcast version. It's ideal for schools where Spanish is just as prevalent as (or even more common than) English.

Activity to try: Ask students to select a passage from the original play and translate it into another language. Rather than insisting on word-for-word translation, encourage them to rewrite the passage in a way that captures the rhythm and emotion of the original.

Teens will especially enjoy Adult ISH, a culture, advice, and storytelling podcast produced entirely by youths who are almost adults. They tackle a wide variety of topics from a late-teens point of view.

Activity to try: Have your students select a topic in the news today and write their own podcast that shares their take on the news.

A podcast created by the co-author of Freakonomics and Superfreakonomics, Stephen Dubner, invites listeners to explore the hidden sides of everything. And given his almost 300 episodes on topics ranging from "Millionaires vs. Billionaires" to "How To Win a Nobel Prize," he is well on his way to talking about everything.

Activity to try: Have students pick an episode and find how it affects their everyday lives. These can be written or presented to the class, allowing for discussion and questions.

Tune in to the community radio of this desert town for the news on local weather, the mysterious lights overhead, announcements from the Sheriff's Secret Police, a dog park that prohibits dogs, and dark-hooded figures with unknowable powers.

Activity to try: Challenge students with this prompt: You have been hired by Night Vale Community Radio to write a segment. It could be a continuation of a segment that already exists, like "The Children's Fun Fact Science Corner" or "Community Calendar," or a report of a strange happening in the town, told in Cecil-fashion. These could be performed in front of the class, written, or put in podcast form.

This podcast brings you the "ins and outs of everyday things," from the "Pledge of Allegiance" to Mexican jumping beans to "Your Limb Is Torn Off" (obviously for teens and older!).

Activity to try: Ask each student to give a short presentation on something they think all their classmates should know about-whatever they find fascinating!

Sarah Koenig tells one story week by week. The first season covers the true story of Adnan Syed, convicted for the murder of his ex-girlfriend in Baltimore. The problem: Adnan cannot remember what he was doing the day of the murder. And as if that weren't bad enough, there's someone claiming that he helped Adnan hide the body.

Activity to try: Have students find a famous crime in history and write a dialogue between themselves and the accused, having the accused tell their side of the story. These projects can be handed in, performed in front of the class, or put into podcast format.

The incredibly popular Radiolab is a show about curiosity, where sound illuminates ideas, and the boundaries blur between science, philosophy, and human experience.

Activity to try: Listen to the episode Sight Unseen about a soldier's last moments and the photographer who captured them. Divide the class in half, and have them prepare and then conduct a debate on whether or not the photographer has the right to publish the photos.

Stories of people who've done wrong, been wronged, or gotten caught somewhere in the middle. Phoebe Judge explores topics from owls killing people to how to fake your death to the life of a police dog.

Activity to try: Have students pick an episode that interests them and do more in-depth research on the topic, presenting their findings to the class.

Malcolm Gladwell, author of Outliers and The Tipping Point, looks back through the overlooked and misunderstood in history, reexamining the past and asking whether we got it right the first time.

Activity to try: Listen to the three-part series on college (season one, episodes 4-6), and have a class discussion. Trust me, there will be plenty to talk about.

Each episode of This American Life centers around a theme. Most are journalistic at the core, but some are comedic. This podcast is hard to generalize, especially after hundreds of episodes. But the number of episodes and the podcast's massive popularity should speak for themselves.

Activity to try: Have students take a theme from an episode and write their own report or story surrounding that theme.

Hosted by Roman Mars, 99% Invisible is a narrative podcast about all the thought that goes into the things we don't think about-the unnoticed architecture and design that shape our world.

Activity to try: Ask students to pay closer attention to the buildings and infrastructure in their town or city. Have them make a list of things they had never noticed before.

Covering the outer reaches of space to the tiniest microbes in our bodies, Science Friday shares news about science, technology, and other cool stuff. Host Ira Flatow mixes it up by featuring people in the know and those who want to be. The podcast frequently features listeners that call in with their most riveting science questions. If you're looking for the best science podcasts for kids in high school, this is a winner.

Activity to try: Choose from a wide range of topics such as Racism and Mental Health, Privacy and Big Data, and Structure of Conspiracy Theories, and spark a discussion.

Will and Mango have lots of questions. Will we ever live without sleep? How do rats keep outsmarting humans? Where are the sunniest tax havens to hide your money? Join these Part-Time Geniuses as they dive into ridiculous topics and discover some pretty smart stuff along the way.

Activity to try: Ask students to come up with an interesting question. Then, once their topic is approved, have them share the answer with their classmates.

This highly acclaimed podcast is one of the best podcasts for kids because it delivers honest and unfiltered conversations with celebrities, activists, athletes, and influencers focusing on real-life issues-from mental health and political activism to pop culture and more.

Activity to try: At 18, Sammy Jaye became the youngest person to host her own podcast on iHeartRadio. Have students write a short paper on whether they'd want to have their own podcast while reflecting on the challenges they might face.

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50 Best Podcasts for Kids in Elementary, Middle, and High School

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The Moth Podcast features stories from our Mainstage, StorySLAM and Community programs. Episodes are released every Tuesday.

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A high-school senior named Hae Min Lee disappeared one day after school in 1999, in Baltimore County, Maryland. A month later, her body was found in a city park. She'd been strangled. Her 17-year-old ex-boyfriend, Adnan Syed, was arrested for the crime, and within a year, he was sentenced to life in prison. The case against him was largely based on the story of one witness, Adnan's friend Jay, who testified that he helped Adnan bury Hae's body. But Adnan has always maintained he had nothing to do with Hae's death. Some people believe he's telling the truth. Many others don't.

Sarah Koenig sorted through thousands of documents, listened to trial testimony and police interrogations, and talked to everyone she could find who remembered what happened between Adnan Syed and Hae Min Lee. She discovered that the trial covered up a far more complicated story than the jury - or the public - ever got to hear. The high school scene, the shifting statements to police, the prejudices, the sketchy alibis, the scant forensic evidence - all of it leads back to the most basic questions: How can you know a person's character? How can you tell what they're capable of? In Season One of Serial, she looks for answers.

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A high-school senior named Hae Min Lee disappeared one day after school in 1999, in Baltimore County, Maryland. A month later, her body was found in a city park. And two weeks after that, her former boyfriend and classmate, 17-year-old Adnan Syed, was arrested for the crime.

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All good stories have a twist, and all great storytellers are just a little twisted. Join me for a different take on the people and events that you thought you knew, from pop culture to politics, Hollywood to history... The Way I Heard It is a series of short mysteries for the curious mind with a short attention span.

DISCLAIMER: Each episode of The Way I Heard It is a true story about a real person, place, or thing. With respect to the facts, I try to be as accurate as possible. However, the Internet is full of conflicting accounts, and it's entirely possible you might hear me say something about a person or an event that contradicts something you heard or read elsewhere. If so, feel free to bring any discrepancy to my attention. Just remember - I'm not wrong. It's just the way I heard it...

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Revisionist History is Malcolm Gladwell's journey through the overlooked and the misunderstood. Every episode re-examines something from the past - an event, a person, an idea, even a song - and asks whether we got it right the first time. Because sometimes the past deserves a second chance.
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This week we pay our respects to the late, great Aretha Franklin. A legendary singer, writer, arranger, pianist, performer and more, Ms. Franklin channeled both the difficult and beautiful aspects of American culture to make the songs that have scored our lives. From her breakout hit "Respect," to her performance of "Dr. Feelgood" at Fillmore West in San Francisco, to her rendition of "My Country, 'Tis of Thee" at former President Barack Obama's first inauguration, she left a legacy of virtuosity and swagger that will live on - both online and off.

We'll be taking some time off, but you can expect us back in your headphones sometime in the fall.

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Aretha Franklin sings at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on August 26, 1968. Credit Don Hogan Charles/The New York Times

Wesley Morris is the critic at large for The New York Times and a staff writer for The New York Times Magazine. Jenna Wortham is a staff writer for the magazine.

"Still Processing" is produced by Neena Pathak and edited by Sasha Weiss, with editorial oversight from Lisa Tobin and Samantha Henig. Our theme music is by Kindness. It's called "World Restart," from the album "Otherness."

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A high-school senior named Hae Min Lee disappeared one day after school in 1999, in Baltimore County, Maryland. A month later, her body was found in a city park. She'd been strangled. Her 17-year-old ex-boyfriend, Adnan Syed, was arrested for the crime, and within a year, he was sentenced to life in prison. The case against him was largely based on the story of one witness, Adnan's friend Jay, who testified that he helped Adnan bury Hae's body. But Adnan has always maintained he had nothing to do with Hae's death. Some people believe he's telling the truth. Many others don't.

Sarah Koenig sorted through thousands of documents, listened to trial testimony and police interrogations, and talked to everyone she could find who remembered what happened between Adnan Syed and Hae Min Lee. She discovered that the trial covered up a far more complicated story than the jury - or the public - ever got to hear. The high school scene, the shifting statements to police, the prejudices, the sketchy alibis, the scant forensic evidence - all of it leads back to the most basic questions: How can you know a person's character? How can you tell what they're capable of? In Season One of Serial, she looks for answers.

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Eleven-year-old Holiday is pulled from the icy waters of Alaska with no memory of who she is or where she came from. Are her mom and dad really who they say they are? When she begins to develop incredible abilities, she'll soon discover she's not alone in the world.

Who is Holiday? Where did she come from and how did she end up floating in the icy waters off the coast of Alaska with no memory? And what's the deal with that cool hoverboard? The mystery unfolds in six-minute episodes. Catch up on the award-winning worldwide sensation.

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EPISODE #113 “Very Soon, One Will…” The Radio Adventures of Dr. Floyd

June 5th, 2022

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In This Episode…

In the Season Finale, warnings plague our hero’s time and space ship. They split up to investigate the dangers threatening the ship. All return except for Dr. Floyd who went to investigate the boiler room! What fate has befallen our hero?

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EPISODE #112 “Kiss My Grits!” The Radio Adventures of Dr. Floyd

May 29th, 2022

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In This Episode…

By a weird twist of fate, Dr. Steve and Fidgert stop at the same Last Chance Time And Space Waffle House in the Time and Space Stream as Dr. Floyd and his crew. After being stuck with Dr. Floyd’s bill, Dr. Steve receives an ominous message from the Mystic Seer machine on the table that says of Dr. Floyd, Dr. Grant And C.H.I.P.S., “Very Soon, One Will Die…”

EPISODE # | 112
EPISODE TITLE: | Kiss My Grits!
ORIGINAL AIRDATE: | July 5, 2004
WRITTEN BY: | Grant Baciocco & Doug Price

RECORDED AT:

Hood Avenue Studios, Burbank, CA,
Daisy Price Studios, Celebration, FL

CAST:

REGULAR CAST:

Narrator – Himself

Dr. Floyd – Himself

Dr. Grant – Grant Baciocco

C.H.I.P.S. – Himself

Dr. Steve – Himself

Fidgert – Himself

ADDITIONAL VOICES

Mystic Seer Voice – Grant Baciocco

SPECIAL GUESTS

Waitress Enid- Suzie Chiasson

EPISODE SYNOPSIS: | By a weird twist of fate, Dr. Steve and Fidgert stop at the same Last Chance Time And Space Waffle House in the Time and Space Stream as Dr. Floyd and his crew. After being stuck with Dr. Floyd’s bill, Dr. Steve receives an ominous message from the Mystic Seer machine on the table that says of Dr. Floyd, Dr. Grant And C.H.I.P.S., “Very Soon, One Will Die!”

Tags: comedy, educational, family, fun, history, learning, radio, science
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EPISODE #111 “Goodnight, Dr. Floyd!” The Radio Adventures of Dr. Floyd

May 22nd, 2022

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Chasing Dr. Steve and Fidgert throughout the Time and Space Stream has worn out Dr. Floyd and Dr. Grant. It’s then that Dr. Floyd realizes there may be a task harder than chasing Dr. Steve!

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EPISODE #110 “Flying Nuts!” The Radio Adventures of Dr. Floyd

May 15th, 2022

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In This Episode…

The Wright Brothers prepare to make their historic flight as Dr. Steve prepares to steal a piece of their plane. Dr. Floyd and the gang arrive to see Dr. Steve in the act of stealing a piece of the plane that leads to one of the jokes ever written! Dr. Steve gets away again and our heroes race off after them!

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EPISODE #109 “Wind Beneath My Wings!” The Radio Adventures of Dr. Floyd

May 8th, 2022

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In This Episode…

Dr. Steve and Fidgert travel to Kitty Hawk, NC in 1903 with plans on stealing a part of the Wright Brother’s plane. Dr. Floyd and the gang race to try and stop them after some initial confusion on where exactly to go. Meanwhile Dr. Steve and Fidgert find out the real reason behind the invention of the airplane!

EPISODE # | 109
EPISODE TITLE: | Wind Beneath My Wings!
ORIGINAL AIRDATE: | June 14, 2004
WRITTEN BY: | Grant Baciocco & Doug Price

RECORDED AT:

Hood Avenue Studios, Burbank, CA,
Daisy Price Studios, Celebration, FL &
Waffle Brothers Studios, Cypress, CA

CAST:

REGULAR CAST:

Narrator – Himself

Dr. Floyd – Himself

Dr. Grant – Grant Baciocco

C.H.I.P.S. – Himself

Dr. Steve – Himself

Fidgert – Himself

ADDITIONAL VOICES

None

SPECIAL GUESTS

Wilbur Wright – Chris Waffle

Orville Wright – Tim Waffle

EPISODE SYNOPSIS: | Dr. Steve and Fidgert travel to Kitty Hawk, NC in 1903 with plans on stealing a part of the Wright Brother’s plane. Dr. Floyd and the gang race to try and stop them after some initial confusion on where exactly to go. Meanwhile Dr. Steve and Fidgert find out the real reason behind the invention of the airplane!

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First off, Shabam! is an audio program - so no graphs. And second, through the magic of sound effects and music, you'll hear stories that reveal the awesomeness in the world around us - like cellphones and vaccinations.

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Discover the hidden side of everything with Stephen J. Dubner, co-author of the Freakonomics books. Each week, Freakonomics Radio tells you things you always thought you knew (but didn't) and things you never thought you wanted to know (but do) - from the economics of sleep to how to become great at just about anything. Dubner speaks with Nobel laureates and provocateurs, intellectuals and entrepreneurs, and various other underachievers.

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Is the Future of Farming in the Ocean?
Bren Smith, who grew up fishing and fighting, is now part of a movement that seeks to feed the planet while putting less environmental stress on it. He makes his argument in a book called Eat Like a Fish; his secret ingredient: kelp. But don't worry, you won't have to eat it (not much, at least). An installment of The Freakonomics Radio Book Club.

6/23/21

42:55

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How to Get Anyone to Do Anything
The social psychologist Robert Cialdini is a pioneer in the science of persuasion. His 1984 book Influence is a classic, and he has just published an expanded and revised edition. In this episode of the Freakonomics Radio Book Club, he gives a master class in the seven psychological levers that bewitch our rational minds and lead us to buy, behave, or believe without a second thought.

5/26/21

58:03

458

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In this special crossover episode, People I (Mostly) Admire host Steve Levitt admits to No Stupid Questions co-host Angela Duckworth that he knows almost nothing about psychology. But once Angela gives Steve a quick tutorial on "goal conflict," he is suddenly a fan. They also talk parenting, self-esteem, and how easy it is to learn econometrics if you feel like it.

4/14/21

51:26

453

A Rescue Plan for Black America
New York Times columnist Charles Blow argues that white supremacy in America will never fully recede, and that it's time for Black people to do something radical about it. In The Devil You Know: A Black Power Manifesto, he urges a "reverse migration" to the South to consolidate political power and create a region where it's safe to be Black. (This is an episode of the Freakonomics Radio Book Club.)

3/3/21

56:47

339

The Future of Freakonomics Radio
After eight years and more than 300 episodes, it was time to either 1) quit, or 2) make the show bigger and better. We voted for number 2. Here's a peek behind the curtain and a preview of what you'll be hearing next.

7/4/18

35:58

305

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Celiac disease is thought to affect roughly one percent of the population. The good news: it can be treated by quitting gluten. The bad news: many celiac patients haven't been diagnosed. The weird news: millions of people without celiac disease have quit gluten - which may be a big mistake.

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43:55

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4/9/15

53:56

105

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12/12/12

15:10

72

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4/25/12

58:04

70

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Season 2, Episode 4: Does the future of food lie in its past - or inside a tank of liquid nitrogen? Also: how anti-social can you be on a social network? This is a "mashupdate" of Waiter, There's a Physicist in My Soup, Part 1," " Waiter, There's a Physicist in My Soup, Part 2," and " Is Twitter a Two-Way Street?"

4/12/12

57:27

68

The Power of the President - and the Thumb
Season 2, Episode 3: How much does the President of the United States really matter? And: where did all the hitchhikers go? A pair of "attribution errors." This is a "mashupdate" of " How Much Does the President Really Matter?" and " Where Have All the Hitchhikers Gone? "

3/29/12

58:09

66

Show and Yell
Season 2, Episode 2: Is booing an act of verbal vandalism or the last true expression of democracy? And: when you drive a Prius, are you guilty of "conspicuous conservation"? This is a "mashupdate" of " Hey, Baby, Is That a Prius You're Driving?" and " Boo ... Who?"

3/15/12

58:17

64

The Days of Wine and Mouses
Season 2, Episode 1: Do more expensive wines taste better? And: what does one little rodent in a salad say about a restaurant's future? This is a "mashupdate" of " Do More Expensive Wines Taste Better?" and " A Mouse in the Salad."

2/28/12

56:47

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Marketplace segment: For three years, Freakonomics Radio appeared regularly on Marketplace, the weekday business program from American Public Media.

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A SCIENCE PODCAST FOR KIDS

Tumble is a science podcast for kids, to be enjoyed by the entire family. We tell stories about science discoveries, with the help of scientists! Join Lindsay and Marshall as they ask questions, uncover mysteries, and share what science is all about.

"Often compared to a kid-friendly Radiolab, this podcast not only addresses fascinating topics but also tries to foster a love of science itself by interviewing scientists about their process and discoveries. Even kids who think they don't like science may change their minds after listening to this podcast."

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Podcast | Tumble Science Podcast for Kids | Austin

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Tumble is a science podcast for kids and grownups. We tell stories about science discoveries, with the help of scientists!

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"Alexa, start Chompers!"

Make tooth time easy with this morning and night tooth brushing show for kids. When it's time for your family to brush teeth, subscribe or say "Alexa, start Chompers."

Kids will hear jokes, riddles, stories, fun facts, silly songs and more, that'll keep them giggling - and brushing - for the full two minutes that dentists recommend.

To help your family build good brushing habits, Chompers counts the times you brush and celebrates your streaks. Chompers will have kids reminding parents that it's time to brush, not the other way around!

Recommended for tooth brushers ages 3 - 7. Also available on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen.

Stories

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Make tooth time easy with this morning and night tooth brushing show for kids. When it's time for your family to brush teeth, subscribe or say "Alexa, start Chompers." Kids will hear jokes, riddles, stories, fun facts, silly songs and more, that'll keep them giggling - and brushing - for the full two minutes that dentists recommend.

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A national network of young journalists and artists creating content for this generation.

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The Walking Classroom is an nonprofit program that strengthens students' physical, mental, and academic health. Kids listen to standards-aligned educational podcasts while walking- they walk, listen, and learn.

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The Walking Classroom | Educational podcasts kids listen to while walking

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The Walking Classroom is an nonprofit program that strengthens students' physical, mental, and academic health. Kids listen to standards-aligned educational podcasts while walking- they walk, listen, and learn.

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Kids Listen: Stories Podcast - A Free Children's Story Podcast for Bedtime, Car Rides, and Kids of All Ages!

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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.

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By National Writing Project

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NWP Radio is a bi-weekly podcast that typically airs on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. It features a wide array of guests discussing education-related topics like teaching writing, Connected Learning, Writing Project site development, out-of-school education, science and writing, maker ed, and more.

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By Grant Baciocco/Saturday Morning Media

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Saturday Morning Theatre by Saturday Morning Media on Apple Podcasts

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Download past episodes or subscribe to future episodes of Saturday Morning Theatre by Saturday Morning Media for free.

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In my 2017 episode Winning the Larp, I looked at the history of larps (live action role plays) and how the larping experience is different and deeply personal for each of the players. But I hadn't done any larps myself.

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By Storynory

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Storynory - Stories for Kids by Wizzard Media on Apple Podcasts

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by Gimlet

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Story Pirates by Gimlet Media on Apple Podcasts

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Storynory has over 1,000 free audio stories for children, including classic fairy tales, myths, world stories, poems, and brand new originals read by professional actors.

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The Unexplainable Disappearance of Mars Patel

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The Unexplainable Disappearance of Mars Patel

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JAIYA CHETRAM (Mars Patel) - Jaiya studies martial arts and loves to perform at different venues playing the keyboard and singing with his three 11 year old band members. Jaiya is a singer/pianist and a talented actor who has done work with such shows as Sesame Street, CBS's Madam Secretary and a commercial for Lunchables. He takes pride at helping with charity events with foster care kids, 911 Foundations, and churches. Jaiya hopes to one day become a successful actor, singer/musician then use that success to build a fashion company which supports children with cancer.

NATALIE MEHL (Caddie Patchet) - Natalie Mehl is a sophomore in High School where she participates in Show Choir and DramaClub. She was cast as a young Betsey Johnson on Celebrity Ghost stories, has done numerouscommercials including Xfinity, Cra Z Art and Zing Toys. She has done voice over work for English as aSecond Language, Hasbro's Littlest Pet Shop, and was a part of Bohdi and Friends where she sings forChloe on iTunes.

KATE WOLFSON (JP McGowan) - Kate, an 8th grader who lives at home with her parents, has beenperforming in a variety of local theater productions on LongIsland since the age of 7, where her enormous stage presenceand strong comedy skills has made her a hometown favoriteplaying some of the greatest character roles on stage.

WYATT RALFF (Toothpick Lee) - Wyatt was handpicked by Wes Anderson to play a Bishop brother at the young age of 5. He has done numerous national commercials, voice overs and print ads since he was 8 months old. Wyatt is a sports junkie and has never met a sport he didn't like to watch or play. When he's not at school you can find Wyatt with either a script or a ball in hand. He loves to read.

CARTER MINOR (Jonas Hopkins) - Carter is excited to make his inaugural podcast debut in"Mars Patel"! He has studied dance at Alvin Aileyfor five years, and acting, scene study, and acting for film atActing With Emily! He has commercial and print ad, andmodeling credits, including Melissa Sweet's "SomethingBlue" and JC's Closet. Most recently he had a lead role(Louie) in his school's musical production of Captain Louie.When he's not acting, he loves playingbaseball, clarinet, and XBox and enjoys his reign as schoolPresident.

FIONA KREIZMAN (Epica) - Fiona is entering the 6th Grade at Maplewood Middle School in New Jersey. She's a voracious reader, an aspiring director and a graduate of the New Jersey Film School kids program. She has a twin brother, Dash and a little brother, Oliver.

Michael holds an MFA in performance from The University of Virginia. Michael is a member of SAG-AFTRA and AEA. He is co-author of MICHAEL PERILSTEIN (Oliver Pruitt) - Michael has been acting professionally on Broadway, television, film, and radio since the age of eight. He's an ADR voice over artist with credits that include: The Complete Professional Audition: A Commonsense Guide to Auditioning for Musicals and Plays (Random House Books). The Adjustment Bureau, Taking Woodstock, Away We Go, Doubt, Hachiko, Damages (FX), Mildred Pierce, Bored To Death (HBO), Blue Bloods (CBS), The American Experience series on PBS, Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close, The Fifth Estate, and Limitless.

Season two cast

SHANE EPSTEIN-PETRULLO (Axel) - Shane was born in 2002 in New York City. He is an actor, comedian, student, magician, and athlete. Shane is, by nature, a conversationalist. If you want to talk about it, he's there. Shane has appeared on the TV series, Taxi Brooklyn, as the guest star, Vanity Fair's 100 Year web celebration as former President George Bush, Kids Choice Awards, several TV commercials, and narrated the upcoming feature film, Hot Summer Nights. Shane also appeared on the Seth Meyers show.

Mairéad was recently featured in the award winning short film MAIRÉAD O'NEILL The Renovation and played "Young Mary Anning" in an AEA staged reading of Curious & Rare produced by Manhattan Musical Theatre Lab in NYC. Mairéad is featured in the music videos Rise, directed by Skipp Sudduth and Free World directed by Sekiya Dorset. Mairéad is currently in rehearsals for 1776 (as Thomas Jefferson!) at her school where she has also performed in Once Upon A Mattress, As You Like It and The Taming of the Shrew. Mairéad would like to thank her parents who are really very cool people. (Aurora Gershewitz) -

RILEIGH MCDONALD (Julia Morrell-Cole) - Rileigh is an actor, singer, dancer and middle schooler who lives in New York City. She is known for playing the role of Matilda in Broadway's Matilda the Musical, not to mention various commercial, television and film roles. When she's not performing, she is obsessing over the Hamilton and Dear Evan Hansen cast albums, making slime (and slime videos) and hanging out with her retired-racer Greyhound, Bjorn.

COURTNEY CHU (Daisy Zheng) - Courtney is a 6 grader who loves God, animals, scooters, books and, of course, acting! She has done numerous voice-overs for feature film, tv and radio including Miss Hokusai, Superwings and Magic Adventures. She also enjoys the thrill of the live performance on stage, with her favorite roles being Jane Banks in Mary Poppins and Ngana in South Pacific. She has released two singles and is a proud member of Broadway Kids Against Bullying, raising money and awareness with the release of the single, "I have a Voice". She enjoys modeling and has done numerous print and internet work. She is beyond thrilled and honored to join such a talented cast and creative team for her first pod-cast series!

Crew

Michelle Tattenbaum (director, season 2 & 3) - is a two-time Drama League Directing Fellow, with deep theater roots, having directed plays and musicals at the Old Globe (San Diego Theatre Critics Circle nomination: Best Director) and the NY premiere at Second Stage. Tattenbaum worked for Manhattan Theatre Club for three years, producing and developing new plays, musicals, and webseries.

Chris Tarry (sound design, editor, composer, and mixing seasons 1, 2, & 3) - Chris is one of the co-creators of Mars Patel and head of post production at Gen-Z Media.

Alan Friedman (editor/sound design season 1 & 2) - Alan is an audio provider and artist of more than thirty-years in music and agency post-production. His work includes multi-platinum records as well as advertising for some of the worlds biggest brands.

Paul Connolly (sound design season 2) - Paul is a media artist with more than 25 years of exploring audio in its myriad of forms. His work has been featured in podcasts, game audio, and film. And he knows audio technology. Really really well.

Shawn Pierce (composer) - Shawn is one of the busiest film composers in L.A. He has worked on over 200 albums, composed music for many television shows (CTV, ABC, FX) and has earned a Grammy nomination, 5 Juno awards, 22 Juno nominations plus 2 WCMA's and 12 WCMA nominations.

Chris Sulit (recording engineer season 1 & 2) - Chris is a musician, songwriter and sound engineer who has been involved in the NYC area music industry for over a decade. His recent acknowledgements include a Recording Academy Grammy Award for Engineer on Best Latin Pop Album, and a Latin Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences Grammy Award for Engineer on Best Tango Album.

Darian Newsome (voice editing season 3) - Darian is an audio engineer that enjoys making music, playing video games, and hanging out with his friends and family. He really enjoys producing and mixing music and hopes to have his own recording studio in the future.

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JAIYA CHETRAM (Mars Patel) - Jaiya studies martial arts and loves to perform at different venues playing the keyboard and singing with his three 11 year old band members. Jaiya is a singer/pianist and a talented actor who has done work with such shows as Sesame Street, CBS's Madam Secretary and a commercial for Lunchables.

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By Classic Poetry Aloud

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Classic Poetry Aloud gives voice to poetry through podcast recordings of the great poems of the past. Our library of poems is intended as a resource for anyone interested in reading and listening to poetry. For us, it's all about the listening, and how hearing a poem can make it more accessible, as well as heightening its emotional impact.
See more at: www.classicpoetryaloud.com

Classic Poetry Aloud gives voice to poetry through podcast recordings of the great poems of the past. Our library of poems is intended as a resource for anyone interested in reading and listening to poetry. For us, it's all about the listening, and how hearing a poem can make it more accessible, as well as heightening its emotional impact.
See more at: www.classicpoetryaloud.com

I love poetry

and am happy to have these poems posted in between the podcasts I listen to regularly.
Thank you!

fix your band width

if you cant record anything, fix it

continuous readings

wish it would jump to next reading automatically.... it's a hassle to connect with each 1 min read each time

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‎Classic Poetry Aloud gives voice to poetry through podcast recordings of the great poems of the past. Our library of poems is intended as a resource for anyone interested in reading and listening to poetry. For us, it's all about the listening, and how hearing a poem can make it more accessible, as...

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A safe space for nerding out about all the things you're watching, reading, listening to and encountering in real life. Host Greta Johnsen talks to people about their obsessions: from science to science fiction, great lady nerds of history to Beyoncé.