6 Podcasts for the Entire Family to Enjoy Together

Podcasts provide families with a unique, flexible, and customisable activity that’s great for bonding and discussions. Through podcasts, families can find common interests to celebrate and explore, discover new passions, and be introduced to topics in fun formats that are engaging and educational.

But with the endless choices of podcasts on the market, where should you begin? We’ve compiled a list of family podcasting essentials to get you started, with a wide range of topics for kids of all ages.

STEM

If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to inject a little more science into your family’s routine, these three podcasts are a great place to start.

 

Wow in the World

From podcast powerhouse, NPR, this science and discovery podcast gives families an opportunity to learn about topics ranging from the weather on Neptune to flying taxis, all within convenient 15-30 minute episodes. Wow in the World is also a piece of the larger Tinkercast project, membership to which provides families with additional content such as worksheets, recipes, and crafts.

Listen to Wow in the World

 

Tumble

The creators of this science podcast are motivated by the belief that “if kids understand how science works, the future will be a better place.” What sets this science podcast apart from the rest is the opportunity for participation. If you have a particularly curious kid, you can help them send in questions, drawings, or even recordings. 

Listen to Tumble

 
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Brains On!

American Public Media presents Brains On!, a science podcast for both kids and adults. Every week, the host answers listener questions like, “Do dogs know they’re dogs?” or “Why is the sky blue?” Tune into Brains On! for science facts, dancing, and much more fun.

Listen to Brains On!

 

Music

This music podcast is geared toward a younger crowd but is a great backdrop for car rides, bath time, or any other occasion that could benefit from some family-friendly background music. If you don’t know where to begin when searching for music that’s child-appropriate, this show can also give you ample inspiration for your next Spotify playlist or album purchase.

 

Spare the Rock, Spoil the Child

This podcast is actually a decade-old radio program now hosted by the Leander, TX-based station KUTX 98.9. The creator, Bill Childs, curates playlists with an interesting mix of music produced for kids alongside kid-friendly tracks from musicians like Ella Fitzgerald, Andrew Bird, and The Ramones.

Listen to Spare the Rock, Spoil the Child

 

Stories

These storytelling podcasts give kids quick doses of imagination inspiration, and these 2 are only the tip of the iceberg. This podcast genre is packed full of gems that will give kids a creative boost.

 

What If World

Creating stories based off submissions from kids, the host of this podcast gives some much-needed answers to questions like ‘What if cats ruled the world?’ and ‘What if a tiny dragon lived in my closet?’ They’ve also created a ‘What if’ question generator, a nifty little tool to inspire your child’s next short story.

Listen to What If World

 
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Story Pirates

Story Pirates takes stories written by their young listeners and turns them into hilarious comedy sketches and songs. With countless fun guests, Story Pirates invites your kids into their lighthearted, silly universe!

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These six podcasts do not even begin to scratch the surface of the wide world of kid-oriented and family-friendly podcasts. Parents are spoiled for choices that can entertain the whole family while providing pathways to discovery and creativity. If you don't see your family's favorite podcast on this list, share it with us on Facebook!


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