Radiolab for Kids
By Mary Field,
Common Sense Media Reviewer
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Curated Radiolab episodes are kid-friendly, except for ads.
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What’s It About?
RADIOLAB FOR KIDS is a carefully curated selection of podcast episodes from the long-running Radiolab podcast. These family-friendly episodes are filled with investigative storytelling that shares information from all angles on topics like sound, color, sea life, history, math, and animal science. Shows are paired with sound and narration from noteworthy hosts and fascinating guests. One episode shares research in the area of world languages relating to better vocal tones in singers, while another takes listeners through the history of numbers. Each show links to an individual show website that often includes additional images, resources, and links available for further exploring.
Is It Any Good?
While very young children might have a hard time understanding some of the content, this thoughtfully curated set of episodes lets parents relax and listen without having to screen the content. The award-winning Radiolab has been around since 2002, but it's more known for its dynamic, high-quality storytelling experiences than its family-friendly nature.
Gathering the show's family-friendly episodes in one place supports parents in taking out most of the guesswork and stress of previewing Radiolab's general stream. Radiolab for Kids is a great listen for family trips or at home as an alternative to screen-based media. Each show is filled with sound, music, humor, and discovery. One episode, "Octomon," about a deep-sea octopus' heroic journey toward motherhood, is an absolute must listen that will spark all kinds of emotions!
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how Radiolab for Kids approaches journalism. What makes an interview with a guest interesting?
What wonderings do you have still about a topic explored on the podcast? How do you think you could find out their answers?
How does pairing sound and music with investigative reporting support quality storytelling within episodes?
If you were to plan an episode for the hosts, what would be the topic? Who might you have on the show?
Podcast Details
- Release date: March 24, 2020
- Genre: Educational
- Average Run Time: 30 minutes
- Website: https://www.wnycstudios.org/podcasts/radiolab-kids
- Hosts: Jad Abumrad , Lulu Miller , Latif Nasser , Robert Krulwich
- Production Company and Network: WNYC Studios
- Pricing structure: Free
- Topics: STEM , History , Science and Nature
- Last updated: April 6, 2022
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