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Best kids podcasts for ages 7 and up
At this age children can follow a story or a science idea for 20 minutes. The best shows ask a question, explain it clearly, and do not talk down.
Chosen by checking each show's own page for its age range, host, and funding, Oct 2026. Checked 2026-10-25. Nobody paid to be here. The buy links are plain search links, not affiliate links, so Peabody earns nothing from them.
Brains On!
Brains On Universe (started at Minnesota Public Radio / APM, now independent) · Ages 6-12
A science show with a kid co-host and a new question each week; episodes run about 25 minutes.
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But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids
Vermont Public (host Jane Lindholm) · Ages 5-12
Children call in a question and experts answer it; Q&A covers everything from tides to why we yawn.
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Wow in the World
Tinkercast · Ages 5-11
Two hosts cover a new science or technology discovery each episode, with jokes.
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Story Pirates
Story Pirates · Ages 5-11
Professional actors perform stories written by children, with songs and silly skits.
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Smash Boom Best
Wondery · Ages 6-12
Two sides debate a kids' question (like cats vs dogs) and the listener decides.
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Tumble Science Podcast for Kids
Tumble Media · Ages 6-12
A scientist and host cover real science stories in simple language.
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The Past and the Curious
Mick Sullivan · Ages 7-12
True stories from history with odd twists, told as a story and with sound.
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Greeking Out
National Geographic Kids · Ages 7-12
Greek myths told in the language of today with a Nat Geo spin.
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Radiolab for Kids
WNYC Studios · Ages 7-12
Radiolab's sound-rich storytelling, picked for younger ears.
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Book Club for Kids
Kitty Felde · Ages 7-12
A host and young readers discuss one book each episode.
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KidNuz
KidNuz · Ages 7-12
A five-minute daily news summary for children.
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