Best Podcasts: Our Recommendations for Families

Press play on podcasts: Whether you're new to podcasts or looking for something fresh to add to your queue, our (screen-free!) picks keep kids of all ages listening and learning.

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Best Meditation and Mindfulness Apps and Podcasts

Apps and podcasts that help kids practice mindfulness and regulate their emotions.

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2024 NAACP Image Award-Nominated Films, TV Shows, Books, and Podcasts

We'd like to thank the NAACP for this year's outstanding nominees.

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Best Podcasts of the Year: 2023

Our favorite screen-free listens of the year.

Screen-Free Summer: Top Podcasts for Kids and Families

Families will enjoy screen-free summer fun with our hand-picked collection of kid-friendly podcasts to help keep boredom at bay.

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Best Spring Break Podcasts for Kids

Fun and engaging podcasts that offer great screen-free activities for Spring Break.

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Podcasts Inspired by (and That Inspired) Books

Podcasts that have both inspired and been inspired by favorite books and authors.

Best Podcasts for Kids Who Love Reading

Podcasts sure to encourage, inspire, and engage readers of all ages.

Best Podcasts of the Year: 2022

All the best listens of the year, all in one place.

Best Mental Health and Wellness Podcasts for Kids, Tweens, and Teens

Podcasts dedicated to promoting physical and mental health and wellness in kids, tweens and teens.

Podcasts That Feature Indigenous Voices and Stories

Authentic podcasts that highlight and celebrate diverse Indigenous stories, voices, and experiences.

Scary Podcasts for Kids

Spooky listening for kids of all ages.

True Crime Podcasts for Kids, Tweens, and Teens

True crime and true-ish crime podcasts for listeners of all ages.

Best Bilingual and Spanish Podcasts for Kids

Kids, tweens, and teens will love these educational and entertaining picks.

Great Podcasts to Listen to as a Family

Kid-friendly podcasts that you'll love, too.

Kids' Podcasts That Promote Learning

Science, history, language, and more: The best educational podcasts for kids of all ages!

Fun Podcasts for Curious Kids

If your kids have lots of questions, these fun and informative podcasts have the answers.

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Helpful Podcasts for Teens

Engaging programs that guide teens through tough topics and relatable experiences.

Podcasts with Diverse Characters and Stories

Get a range of perspectives, cultures, experiences, families, and more in these inclusive picks.

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Kids & Family Podcasts with Black Hosts and Black Lead Characters

Elevate Black voices and characters with these amazing podcasts.

Kids & Family Podcasts with Latino Hosts and Latino Lead Characters

Find great podcasts with Latino voices and characters for kids of all ages.

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Best Podcasts: Our Recommendations for Families