Common Sense Media Review
By Mary Field
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Fun adventures in learning about animals; amazing music.
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What's It About?
FLIP & MOZI'S GUIDE TO HOW TO BE AN EARTHLING is a kids podcast about the journey of two aliens whose spaceship crashes on Earth. The duo learn about Earth and those that inhabit it through the eyes of vibrant and candid animal species that they encounter. Flip (played by Courtney Shaw) and Mozi (played by David Ryan Smith) often ask their newfound friends about their habitats and behaviors. Their travels take them to places like the beautiful beaches of Australia, where they meet Barry the Flying Fox, or to the Rocky Mountains, where they meet Bill the Mountain Goat. The creative cast of animal characters share fascinating facts and interesting anecdotes about themselves through conversational dialogue with the two aliens and theatrical musical performances.
Is It Any Good?
The eclectic elements of the show -- aliens journeying to the Earth, musical nonfiction storytelling, a vibrant cast of characters, solid messaging -- make this a standout listen! The creative and vibrant voices behind the characters in Flip & Mozi's Guide to How to Be an Earthling present an engaging storytelling experience that shares the importance of taking care of Earth and the living species that call it home. The inferred messaging behind each episode provides an extra layer of meaning allowing educators and parents to dig a bit deeper when thinking about applying learning to other contexts for their kiddos. The Pop Up's outstanding musical performances take this show to another level.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how Flip & Mozi's Guide to How to Be an Earthling focuses on the importance of conservation. Why is it important to learn about animals and their habitats?
What is an ecosystem? Why is it important to understand how each living creature contributes to a greater system of life?
What is a habitat? Why are habitats essential to consider in the conservation of life on Earth?
How might you apply information that you learned from the show? Can you think of a situation where this knowledge could help you or someone else?
The central theme of this podcast is curiosity. Why is this an important character strength?
Podcast Details
- Release date : November 18, 2021
- Genre : Science & STEM
- Run time : 27 minutes
- Website : https://www.tinkercast.com/shows/earthling/
- Production Company and Network : Tinkercast
- Pricing structure : Paid, Free (Available every Thursday free or listen ad-free 1 week early by subscribing to Wondery Plus Kids on Apple Podcasts or Wondery Plus in the Wondery app. The subscription fee for the service is $4.99/month or $34.99/year. )
- Topics : Adventures , Animals ( Wild Animals )
- Character Strengths : Curiosity
- Last updated : September 29, 2025
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