The kids and family space keeps producing fresh voices and long-running favorites. This list rounds up 34 of the best, including Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques, Wow in the World, and Brains On! Science podcast for kids.

  1. Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques
    Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques
    One of the most essential ingredients to success in business and life is effective communication. Join Matt Abrahams, best-selling author and Strat...
    Content:
    Executive LeadershipFamily TriviaKids EducationKids TriviaLeadershipKids And Family
    +4
    Audience:
    CEOsMarketersNew ManagersParent-Child LearningStudents
    Goal:
    Getting Expert InsightsImproving Public SpeakingLearning New SkillsProfessional DevelopmentSolving Problems
    +1
    Style:
    EducationalInteractive Kids Podcasts
    When:
    Focused LearningWeekend Deep Dive
  2. Wow in the World
    Wow in the World
    Wow in the World is the #1 science podcast for kids and families, sharing the most amazing stories in science, technology, and new discoveries happ...
    Content:
    EducationHomeschoolingKids EducationKids Math LearningKids ScienceKids And Family
    +6
    Audience:
    Parent-Child LearningParentsStudentsTeachers
    Style:
    EducationalInteractive Kids Podcasts
    When:
    Long Drive
  3. Brains On! Science podcast for kids
    Brains On! Science podcast for kids
    Brains On!® is a science podcast for curious kids and adults from Brains On Universe. Each week, a different kid co-host joins Molly Bloom to find ...
    Content:
    Behavioral PsychologyBrain Injury SupportConsciousness ExplorationConsciousness ResearchHomeschoolingKids And Family
    +5
    Audience:
    Students
    When:
    Focused Learning
  4. Smash Boom Best: A funny, smart debate show for kids and family
    Smash Boom Best: A funny, smart debate show for kids and family
    Smash Boom Best is a funny, smart debate show for kids and families from the Brains On Universe. Every episode takes two cool things, smashes them ...
    Content:
    ComedyFamily TriviaHomeschoolingKids EducationKids ScienceKids And Family
    +3
    Audience:
    Family CaregiversParent-Child LearningParentsStudents
    Style:
    DebateEducationalInteractive Kids Podcasts
    When:
    Long Drive
  5. Sleep Tight Stories - Bedtime Stories for Kids
    Sleep Tight Stories - Bedtime Stories for Kids
    Sleep Tight Stories brings joy and comfort to millions of families worldwide with new calming bedtime stories every single week. Each episode is re...
    Content:
    Bedtime StoriesBedtime Stories KidsKids And Family
    Goal:
    To Fall Asleep To
    When:
    Before Bed
  6. Circle Round
    Circle Round
    WBUR's Circle Round adapts carefully selected folktales from around the world into sound- and music-rich radio plays for kids ages 3-103. Each 15 t...
    Content:
    Bedtime Stories KidsChildren'S Story AdventuresHomeschoolingKids StorytellingKindness MovementKids And Family
    +1
    Audience:
    Parent-Child LearningParents
    Style:
    EducationalInteractive Kids Podcasts
    When:
    Long Drive
  7. Tumble Science Podcast for Kids
    Tumble Science Podcast for Kids
    A Common Sense Selection! Exploring stories of science discovery. Tumble is a science podcast created to be enjoyed by the entire family. Hosted & ...
    Content:
    BiologyHomeschoolingKids EducationKids ScienceRoad Trip StoriesKids And Family
    +1
    Audience:
    Parent-Child LearningTeachers
    Style:
    EducationalInteractive Kids Podcasts
    When:
    Focused Learning
  8. But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids
    But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids
    But Why is a show led by kids. They ask the questions and we find the answers. It’s a big interesting world out there. On But Why, we tackle topics...
    Content:
    Kids EducationKids ScienceKids StorytellingKids And Family
    Audience:
    Parent-Child LearningParentsStudents
    Style:
    Interactive Kids Podcasts
  9. Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled
    Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled
    In the 25+ years Janet Lansbury has worked with children and parents, she's learned a lot. She's here to share it with you. Each episode of Unruffl...
    Content:
    Family CommentaryMom FriendshipsMotherhood SkillsNeurodiversity SupportNew ParentsKids And Family
    +5
    Audience:
    First Time ParentsNeurodivergent MomsParent-Child LearningParentsProdigal Parents
    +2
    Goal:
    Parenting Hacks
  10. Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Raising Tweens & Teens
    Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Raising Tweens & Teens
    Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Raising Tweens & Teens is the essential podcast for parents seeking expert guidance, tested strategies, and psychologic...
    Content:
    New ParentsParentingTeen ParentingKids And Family
    Audience:
    First Time ParentsParent-Child LearningParents
    Goal:
    Emotional WellnessParenting HacksYouth Motivation
  11. Story Pirates
    Story Pirates
    The award-winning Story Pirates Podcast takes stories written by kids and turns them into sketch comedy and songs. Made up of talented comedians, s...
    Content:
    Bedtime Stories KidsChildren'S Story AdventuresEducationKids StorytellingRoad Trip StoriesKids And Family
    Audience:
    Parent-Child LearningStudents
    Style:
    Interactive Kids Podcasts
    When:
    Long Drive
  12. History Snacks
    History Snacks
    Bite size chomps of history for kids! Join hosts Kenny Curtis and Jillian Hughes as they bring you quick dives into the events that shaped the worl...
    Content:
    Kids And Family
  13. The Unexplainable Disappearance of Mars Patel
    The Unexplainable Disappearance of Mars Patel
    The Unexplainable Disappearance of Mars Patel is a mystery adventure show for kids that the whole family will enjoy. In the show, eleven-year-old M...
    Content:
    Children'S Story AdventuresRoad Trip StoriesKids And Family
    Style:
    Serialized Fiction
    When:
    Long Drive
  14. The Alien Adventures of Finn Caspian: Science Fiction for Kids
    The Alien Adventures of Finn Caspian: Science Fiction for Kids
    The Alien Adventures of Finn Caspian is a serialized science-fiction story for kids (start with Episode 1), told in 15-20 minute episodes for paren...
    Content:
    Adventure StorytellingBedtime Stories KidsChildren'S Story AdventuresKids EducationKids Math LearningKids And Family
    +1
    Audience:
    Parent-Child LearningSci-Fi FansStudents
    Style:
    Interactive Kids PodcastsSerialized Fiction
  15. Unspookable
    Unspookable
    Unspookable is an award winning, family-friendly look at the histories and mysteries behind your favorite scary stories, myths and urban legends. E...
    Content:
    Family HorrorKids And Family
  16. Tell Me I'm a Good Mom with Lo Bosworth Natale
    Tell Me I'm a Good Mom with Lo Bosworth Natale
    Lo Bosworth Natale spent years studying what women's bodies actually need as the the founder and CEO of Love Wellness, a women’s health brand sold ...
    Content:
    ParentingKids And Family
    Audience:
    Working Moms
  17. The Big Fib
    The Big Fib
    The Big Fib is a weekly game show for kids and families where kids use their brains to tell what’s true from what’s false. Each week, a kid intervi...
    Content:
    Kids TriviaRoad Trip StoriesKids And Family
    Audience:
    Students
    Style:
    DebateEducational
  18. The Midnight Rebellion
    The Midnight Rebellion
    Lost in a watery wasteland, Joule must find her way home. She needs YOUR help. Each chapter ends with a choice. Start with Chapter 1. Then YOU deci...
    Content:
    Kids And Family
  19. Newsicle: Smart News for Curious Kids
    Newsicle: Smart News for Curious Kids
    Welcome to Newsicle, a kid-friendly, daily podcast covering the most important daily news topics. Each episode brings kids the latest and greatest ...
    Content:
    Kids And Family
  20. Stories From Now And Then
    Stories From Now And Then
    Welcome to the Old Library! Captain Blunderface and Nicola the Storyteller invite you into a world of classic folk tales and true stories about rea...
    Content:
    Kids And Family
  21. The Story Seeds Podcast
    The Story Seeds Podcast
    Our Webby Award-nominated show matches kids ages 6-12 and their story ideas with diverse, beloved children's authors. Each episode chronicles the m...
    Content:
    HomeschoolingKids EducationKids StorytellingKids And Family
    Audience:
    StudentsTeachers
    Style:
    Interactive Kids Podcasts
    When:
    Long Drive
  22. Goop Tales — Storytelling Podcast for Kids
    Goop Tales — Storytelling Podcast for Kids
    Goop Tales is a screen-free audio adventure podcast for kids ages 4–9. Original stories packed with wild characters, surprising twists, and worlds ...
    Content:
    Kids And Family
  23. This Podcast Has Fleas
    This Podcast Has Fleas
    What happens when rival pets have dueling podcasts? Find out as Jones (Jay Pharoah), a slick cat with a taste for auto tune, faces off with Waffles...
    Content:
    Pets StorytellingKids And Family
  24. The Two Princes
    The Two Princes
    Rupert and Amir are finally getting married and this time nothing is going to stop them. Not the handsome new prince who’s rolled into town and onl...
    Content:
    Fantasy RomanceLiterary Adventure FictionRoad Trip StoriesKids And Family
    Audience:
    Fantasy Fans
    Style:
    Serialized Fiction
  25. Adventures on Ahway Island | Kids Mystery Adventure Series
    Adventures on Ahway Island | Kids Mystery Adventure Series
    Season 2 arrives on June 23rd!Join Marie and her two best friends, JJ and Christian, as they embark on a journey to find a hidden treasure that cou...
    Content:
    Audio FictionKids And Family
    Style:
    Serialized Fiction
  26. Sound Detectives
    Sound Detectives
    LeVar Burton presents SOUND DETECTIVES – a funny, engaging, and thought provoking podcast that invites elementary school-aged kids to explore the m...
    Content:
    Children'S Story AdventuresKids And Family
  27. Imagination Skyway
    Imagination Skyway
    Imagination Skyway is a Disney Parks and Imagineering podcast. Episodes explore attraction design, recap Disney news, and dive into the stories beh...
    Content:
    Kids And Family
    Audience:
    Disney Adults
  28. Eleanor Amplified
    Eleanor Amplified
    Episodes for Eleanor Amplified
    Content:
    Road Trip StoriesKids And Family
    When:
    Long Drive
  29. Storynory
    Storynory
    This podcast tells about stories.
    Content:
    Children'S Story AdventuresKids And Family
  30. Wise_N_Nerdy: Where Fatherhood Meets Fandom
    Wise_N_Nerdy: Where Fatherhood Meets Fandom
    What happens when Toys-R-Us kids grow up and become parents? They become co-hosts of the show where geeky fathers unite to share the joys, challeng...
    Content:
    Kids And Family
  31. Greeking out
    Greeking out
    Interviews and thoughts on learning Koine and Ancient Greek Cover photo by silversea on Unsplash
    Content:
    Children'S Story AdventuresKids EducationKids StorytellingMythologyRoad Trip StoriesKids And Family
    +1
    Audience:
    Parent-Child LearningParents
    When:
    Long Drive
  32. What If World
    What If World
    A Podcast for Curious people
    Content:
    Bedtime Stories KidsChildren'S Story AdventuresKids And Family
    Audience:
    Students
    Style:
    Interactive Kids Podcasts
  33. The Cabinet of Curiosities
    The Cabinet of Curiosities
    tales brief and sinister
    Content:
    Film AnalysisKids And Family
    Goal:
    Unwinding And Laughing
    When:
    Long Drive
  34. Flyest Fables
    Flyest Fables
    Flyest Fables brings you anthology style and critically acclaimed hopepunk fables for the 21st century. Created by Morgan Givens.
    Content:
    Children'S Story AdventuresEducationMiracle StoriesKids And Family
    Audience:
    Fantasy FansParent-Child Learning
    When:
    Quick Listen