Common Sense Media Review
By Crystal Stone
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Teens discuss climate change with experts and parents.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 10+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Listen
Parent and Kid Reviews
What's It About?
THE BIG MELT breaks down everything teens need to know about the climate crisis in a conversational yet informative format. After talking about current climate discussions with her dad, sibling, or a guest, host Sarah Marks goes into the history and science behind a particular aspect of climate change, such as the ozone layer or the United Nations Climate Change Conference. Episodes are geared towards tween and teen listeners, expressing relatable frustrations and anxieties about climate change, while also giving teens ways they can get involved in combatting it.
Is It Any Good?
This podcast does a good job of explaining difficult and advanced aspects of climate change in ways anyone can understand. The Big Melt helps teens get a better understanding of the ongoing climate crisis while also encouraging them to make a difference and work together towards solutions. Some episodes are slow to start, which could make them hard to get into for some younger listeners. This is great way to keep the whole family informed on climate issues and climate justice. With such a relevant topic, it's unfortunate they haven't posted new content since 2021.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how The Big Melt discusses various ways we can take action towards the climate crisis. What are some ways you as a family can be more environmentally friendly and help be part of the solution?
Communication is a big part of each episode, as the host Sarah discusses issues and disagreements with her dad, listen and learns from experts, and encourages other teens to share their perspectives. Why do you think communication is an important character strength when it comes to social issues such as climate change?
Were you familiar with climate change before this podcast? What do you remember first learning about the climate crisis? How has this podcast helped you understand climate change?
Podcast Details
- Release date : March 11, 2020
- Genre : Science & STEM
- Run time : 28 minutes
- Website : https://gzmshows.com/shows/listing/the-big-melt/
- Host : Sarah Mark
- Production Companies and Networks : Gen-Z Media , Wondery
- Pricing structure : Free
- Topics : Activism , STEM
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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