Happy first full week of July! This month we have an exciting drop of five free-to-listen podcasts for all of our Yoto families worldwide!
Did you know we offer dozens of free podcasts in the Yoto App? Go the Discover tab and tap 'Podcasts for kids' to find them. And every month, we release even more - and highlight the latest and greatest in the world of podcasts available on Yoto.
This month's new arrivals have something for every kind of listener. Join the Backyardigans on mystery trips to destinations unknown, testing your guessing skills along the way, or pit your wits against 20 rapid-fire trivia questions with an Aussie twist. Discover the remarkable true stories of fierce Australian women who dared to do things differently, and take a bite-sized trip through history's most fascinating moments, from medieval heists to the fall of Rome. When it's time to wind down, let Kip the Cat and Slumber the Sloth guide little ones gently off to dreamland with calming stories and mindfulness moments. Whether you're after an interactive adventure, a friendly family challenge, real-life inspiration, or a peaceful bedtime routine, there's plenty to explore this month.
New Podcasts
Backyardigans Guess & Go
Get ready for a backyard adventure with Backyardigans friends Uniqua, Pablo, and Tyrone in this podcast, Backyardigans Guess & Go! In each episode, the Backyardigans set out on an epic mystery trip that could be anywhere from a super secret spy mission in space to a hidden city under the sea, and it’s up to you to help figure out where we’re going! Play along through a series of mini-games to help unravel the secret destination!
Car Trip Trivia
A trivia contest for the ages - former radio host Stephen Creagh fires off 20 Questions & Answers with an Aussie twist. Perfect for the ride to school, the holiday road trip or the drive home from work (also quite popular in the gym, the toilet, for airline travel and meditation sessions).
Sport, movies, music, science, geography, literature - there's a bit of everything. Outsmart your kids, embarrass the oldies or play judgement-free on your Pat Malone. Your time starts.......now
Fierce Girls
From athletes to aviators, scientists to spies. From the deep blue sea to the dark, black skies. Australia is full of girls who dare to do things differently. Adventurous girls. Girls with guts and spirit.
You know what they are? They're FIERCE. And these are their stories.
Learn about the inspiring tales of some of Australia's most extraordinary women: Ash Barty, Cathy Freeman, Jessica Watson, Layne Beachley, Bindi Irwin, Celeste Barber, and more.
History Snacks
Bite-sized chomps of history for kids! Join hosts Kenny Curtis and Jillian Hughes as they bring you quick dives into the events that shaped the world. Explore the Byzantine Empire, medieval heists, lost adventurers, cursed objects, epic royal sibling rivalries, and the fall of Rome.
This is a podcast from the creator of “Greeking Out”
Zeepy Sleep: Claming Bedtime Stories for Kids
Zeepy Sleep Podcast for Kids is a magical bedtime journey, blending enchanting stories with gentle guided meditations and mindfulness cues to help young listeners wind down.
Each episode features Kip the Cat, Slumber the Sloth, and friends in whimsical, sleep-friendly adventures that promote calm breathing, emotional regulation, and peaceful sleep.
Grounded in child psychology, Zeepy Sleep supports healthy routines, soothing rest, and sweet dreams for children aged 3–7. From guided meditations to starlit journeys with loveable characters like Kip the Cat and Slumber the Owl, our sleep stories for kids blend mindfulness with storytelling to support your family’s nighttime routine. Whether you're looking for kids bedtime stories that calm a busy mind or relaxing audio to make bedtime smoother, Zeepy Sleep is here to help your little ones feel safe, loved, and ready for dreamland.
Featured Podcasts
Goop Tales
Goop Tales is a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10 featuring original characters called Goops — quirky, lovable creatures who travel to real places around the world and learn things along the way. Every Goop is named after a character trait: Badmoodia can't shake her bad moods, Imaginativa sees the world differently, Badinskool behaves badly in school. What makes Goop Tales truly unique: every character is suggested by a kid listener. With over 1,200 Goop characters submitted by kids around the world and 136 episodes published, the audience doesn't just listen — they help build the show. New episodes drop regularly, making it perfect for long car rides, bedtime, or whenever your child needs a screen-free adventure.
Orbit: Science for Kids on the Move!
Kids ask and scientists answer!
Featuring scientists from leading museums, universities, zoos, and more! Perfect for families with children ages 3-10.
Episodes develop children's science vocabulary while inspiring a love for STEM topics and careers
Submit your children's questions for upcoming episodes: www.cumbrekids.org/questions
The Conversation's Curious Kids Podcast
Ever wondered why your fingers and toes go wrinkly in the bath? Why our taste in food changes as we get older? Or how high volcanoes can actually send molten lava up into the air? The Conversation’s Curious Kids podcast is back in June 2026 with the answers for a second season after winning the Best Kids podcast at the British Podcast Awards 2025.
In each episode host Eloise Stevens is joined by a curious kid with a burning question about the world and an expert to answer it, including a wildlife scientist, an astrophysicist and a geoscientist.
Little listeners can expect a fun, educational dive into those head-scratching questions that their grown-ups find so hard to answer! It’s aimed at primary school kids aged five and up.
Wow in the World - Special World Cup Episode (June 22, 2026):
"In this special soccer-themed episode of Wow in the World, Mindy and Guy Raz explore the powerful connection between soccer, emotions, and the brain. Tune in to discover why cheering for a team can feel so personal, how our brains react to wins and losses, and why understanding those reactions might help us become better competitors—and better teammates—both on and off the field!"
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