Happy June! 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 are full of adventure, imagination, and big ideas. Build confidence and resilience with a team of football-loving animal friends, uncover hidden treasures and family secrets in a thrilling archaeological mystery, and step into the wonderfully strange world of Munglody with Professor Nero and his eccentric students. For curious minds, there’s also a chance to explore fascinating questions about fairness, truth, creativity, and ethics through fun, thought-provoking conversations. Whether you're after calming bedtime stories, epic adventures, or food for thought, there's something new to discover this month.
Keep reading to discover what’s new!
New Podcasts
Aniballers
A calm, confidence‑building bedtime series for 3–10 year olds who love football/soccer or just need help with big emotions. Essi the lioness and her animal teammates model how to notice feelings, breathe, try again, and keep going when things are hard, all wrapped inside fun, match‑day adventures. Ideal for parents who want gentle stories that mix sport, humour, and growth‑mindset lessons before sleep.
Discovering Dad
Jess and Corey’s dad was not exactly the adventurous type. At least that’s what they thought until his past caught up with him.
Turns out, Dan, the anxious and overprotective middle school science teacher, used to be a daring archaeologist and adventurer. Now this fractured, but loving family will have to work together to escape the bad guys, find a hidden treasure, and overcome a family curse.
Starring Broadway and TV stars, Adam Godley, Christopher Sieber, Alexa Nisenson, and Banks Pierce.
Nero's Class
A surreal audio odyssey, a modern-day folk tale, and a head-spinning school tour into the uncharted territories of... Munglody. Join mainlander Professor Nero (Hugh Cooney) as he tries to teach Rowna (Rian Sheridan), Jacaranda (Elsie Akinluko) and Scoochie Kaboochie (Penny O'Dwyer) on a mythical island surrounded by never-ending distractions.
Short & Curly
Short & Curly is the fun and educational ABC Kids and Family podcast that makes philosophy and ethics easy, entertaining, and thought-provoking. Hosted by Molly Daniels, Carl Smith, and philosopher Eleanor Gordon-Smith, the show explores big questions for kids about right and wrong, fairness, truth, knowledge, logic, beauty, and art.
Perfect for kids aged 8–12, Short & Curly is loved by families, parents, and teachers worldwide. One of the best kids shows for curious minds, it inspires learning, laughter, and big ideas — helping children learn how to think, not what to think.
Featured Podcasts
Storypillar - Season 5 out now!
Storypillar is a podcast for kids (ages 4-8) anchored in global stories and social-emotional skills. Join Sneak (an enthusiastic caterpillar), Bean (a tween butterfly), Sparky (a giant chicken), and Meg (a human person) as they tackle sticky social situations, explore stories from all over the world, and pick up great advice from listeners–like you! They also save plenty of time for laughing and being silly…so if you’ve got feelings, love stories, and are up for a fart joke or ten, Storypillar is definitely worth a listen.
Culture Kids Podcast - New episodes!
Releasing May 21st --
"Riding Like a Pro: Buses, Trains & the Art of the Invisible Bubble!"
Did you know there's an invisible bubble that follows you everywhere you go? The Culture Train pulls into the city where an etiquette coach joins Asher on a real city bus and then straight onto an airplane, teaching kids the unwritten rules of public transportation, the art of the invisible bubble, and how to be the kind of travel companion that makes every journey a little more joyful for everyone. Fun, practical, and genuinely empowering, this one will have your kids teaching YOU a thing or two about traveling in style and manners.
Releasing June 4th --
All Aboard the Pacific Surfliner: Coastal California Calling!
The Culture Train switches tracks and joins the iconic Pacific Surfliner for a sun-drenched ride along the California coast all the way to Santa Barbara. Kids discover what it feels like to travel by train with the Pacific Ocean rolling by outside the window, learn how to ride like a seasoned traveler, and uncover the layered and remarkable cultural history of one of California's most beloved destinations.
Releasing June 18th --
Meet Tatqiq, Karen, and the Heroes Saving Animals One Life at a Time
The Culture Train pulls into San Diego and the doors open to something truly extraordinary. At the San Diego Zoo, kids come face to face with Tatqiq the polar bear and Karen the orangutan, two animals whose stories will stop little ones in their tracks. Behind the scenes, a team of world class scientists and conservationists are making medical breakthroughs that are changing the future for animals who cannot survive in the wild. This episode is wild, heartwarming, and the kind of listening experience that turns curious kids into passionate little advocates for the planet.
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