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HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids

HootPODS is the podcast that makes big ideas hit different. Two hosts. Real facts. Zero boring. Every episode takes one surprising topic — ancient samurai strategy, why Roblox is designed to addict you, the thinking traps your brain sets for itself — and breaks it down in a fast, funny, dual-host conversation designed for kids aged 8–14 (and the parents who keep listening after drop-off). From history"s untold stories to the science behind your screen time, HootPODS delivers the "wait, WHAT?" moment

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8:43

The Trick Your Brain Plays When You Say ’I’m Bad at...

HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids ·

2026/05/24

Your brain literally registers physical pain when you think about doing math problems. Not during the actual math — before you even start trying to solve anything. wait WHAT A University of Chicago study put people in brain scanners and told them they'd have to do math in a few minutes.Hosted by Luna and Nova. HootPODS is the screen-free audio platform for curious kids. Create your own custom podcasts on any topic at hootpods.com. #hootpods #kidspodcast #educationalpodcast #curiouskids

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11:34

Artemis II Just Went to the Moon — What Nobody Told You

HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids ·

2026/05/17

Four humans just traveled farther from Earth than anyone in over fifty years, and the most important thing they had to fix was the toilet. And that toilet malfunction? It was actually one of the most critical tests of the entire mission. wait, seriously? Welcome back to HootPODS. We're talking about Artemis II — the…Hosted by Atlas (Gen X Anchor) and Pip. HootPODS is the screen-free audio platform for curious kids. Create your own custom podcasts on any topic at hootpods.com. #hootpods

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8:40

The Woman Who Calculated the Moon Landing by Hand

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2026/05/10

So there's this moment in 1962 where America's most famous astronaut is sitting in a rocket, and he refuses to launch until one specific person checks the math. John Glenn. First American to orbit Earth. And that person was Katherine Johnson. Wait, he wouldn't trust NASA's computers?Hosted by Atlas (Gen X Anchor) and Nova. HootPODS is the screen-free audio platform for curious kids. Create your own custom podcasts on any topic at hootpods.com. #hootpods #kidspodcast #educationalpodcast

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9:32

The Teenager Who Tricked NASA Into Giving Him a Job

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2026/05/03

A seventeen-year-old kid walked into NASA and convinced them he was a twenty-nine-year-old rocket scientist with a PhD from MIT. And they gave him a job supervising thirty engineers. wait, they gave him WHAT A corner office, a budget of several million dollars, and the title of Section Chief at Goddard Space Flight… Hosted by Sage and Pip. HootPODS is the screen-free audio platform for curious kids. Create your own custom podcasts on any topic at hootpods.com. #hootpods #kidspodcast

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8:55

Why You Can’t Stop Watching TikTok (And It’s Not Your...

HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids ·

2026/04/26

So there's this app that knows you better than your best friend does. And it's not because it's reading your diary — it's because it's watching every single thing you do. wait, that sounds creepy Welcome back to HootPODS. Today we're going inside the machine that's eating your brain one fifteen-second video at a time.Hosted by Atlas (Gen X Anchor) and Rex. HootPODS is the screen-free audio platform for curious kids. Create your own custom podcasts on any topic at hootpods.com. #hootpods

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7:28

The Day 20 Million Americans Decided to Save the Planet

HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids ·

2026/04/22

There's a river in Ohio that was so polluted it literally caught fire. The Cuyahoga River in Cleveland — and that wasn't even the weird part. wait there's a WEIRDER part than a river on fire? The weird part is that nobody was surprised. It had caught fire twelve times before.Hosted by Luna and Nova. HootPODS is the screen-free audio platform for curious kids. Create your own custom podcasts on any topic at hootpods.com. #hootpods #kidspodcast #educationalpodcast #curiouskids

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10:09

Your Brain Has a Delete Button and You’re Pressing It...

HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids ·

2026/04/19

Your brain just deleted something while I was talking. And that's actually a good thing — your brain has been doing controlled demolition since you were two years old. wait, demolition? Welcome back to HootPODS. Today we're going inside your head's cleanup crew. Hosted by Atlas (Gen X Anchor) and Pip. HootPODS is the screen-free audio platform for curious kids. Create your own custom podcasts on any topic at hootpods.com. #hootpods #kidspodcast #educationalpodcast #curiouskids

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9:31

The Ancient War Manual That Teaches You How To Never...

HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids ·

2026/04/12

Episode updated.

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10:19

The Ancient Art of Getting Along With Your Parents

HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids ·

2026/04/12

Episode updated.

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7:50

The Caribbean's Hidden GOAT: Why the Dominican...

HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids ·

2026/01/27

What country has the highest mountain AND the lowest lake in the Caribbean? Where did Jurassic Park get its amber inspiration? Which tiny island produces more MLB players per capita than anywhere else on Earth?Welcome back to HootPODS! In this episode, we're taking a wild ride through the Dominican Republic, a country that's way more than just beaches and resorts. From frost-covered peaks (yes, in the CARIBBEAN) to underground salt lakes with actual crocodiles, from breakfast dishes called "The

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15:00

The King They Don't Tell You About | MLK Day Special...

HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids ·

2026/01/19

The King They Don't Tell You About | MLK Day Special Episode What if everything you learned about Martin Luther King Jr. was only half the story? In this special MLK Day episode of HootPODS, we go beyond the "I Have a Dream" speech to explore the revolutionary ideas that made Dr. King one of the most important—and controversial—leaders in American history. Your kids will discover: The "Triple Evils" King fought against and why he believed they were connected What King was actually doing in Memphis

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3:32

The Great Meme Reset: A Colorful Comeback

HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids ·

2026/01/10

Join a whimsical journey through the "Great Meme Reset," where memes are like crayons in a giant library that periodically shuffle to make room for fresh, playful ideas. This episode explores how memes spread, evolve, and get refreshed so new creativity can flourish.Along the way youll be invited to create and share your own memes, learn how memes have always shaped culture, and remember that every shared idea can plant a seed for something new and joyful.

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6:03

The True Meaning of Christmas: History, Traditions &...

HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids ·

2025/12/24

What makes Christmas truly special to your family? Join us for a fascinating journey through winter celebrations, ancient traditions, and the heartwarming stories that make the holiday season meaningful.In this thoughtful episode, perfect for kids ages 8-12 and their families, we explore: The ancient history of winter celebrations—from Roman Saturnalia to Winter Solstice traditions How December 25th became Christmas and why Christians celebrate this sacred story The real St. Nicholas and how his

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9:29

Musashi's Cheat Codes: Ancient Samurai Secrets for Kids

HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids ·

2025/12/08

Musashi's Cheat Codes: Ancient Samurai Secrets for KidsYou know that feeling when your brain buffers like a glitchy iPad right when you need it most? Whether it's a math test, a sports game, or reading aloud in class, pressure has a way of turning even the most capable kids into statues. But what if there was a guy who never froze—someone who faced sixty life-or-death battles and won every single one? In this episode, we break down the legendary samurai Miyamoto Musashi and his famous Book of Five

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14:14

Turkey, Truth, and the Story They Didn't Tell You

HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids ·

2025/11/27

Okay so that whole Pilgrims-and-Native-Americans-having-a-chill-dinner thing? We need to talk.This episode is basically a history glow-up. We're separating facts from fairy tales, learning about real people who made real choices, and figuring out why the story got smoothed over like lumpy mashed potatoes. Spoiler alert: the truth is way more interesting than the myth. And knowing it doesn't mean you can't enjoy your pie. It just means your thanks actually means something. Critical thinking? Check

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8:49

The Day the Guns Went Silent: Why We Honor Veterans

HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids ·

2025/11/11

On the eleventh hour, of the eleventh day, of the eleventh month—something unbelievable happened. The world hit pause. The Great War ended, and humanity took its first deep breath of peace.In this episode of HootPODS, your host takes you on a fast, heartfelt, and slightly unhinged ride through the story of Veterans Day—how it began, how one man’s idea changed the nation, and why it still matters today. You’ll meet Florence See, a secret codebreaker who saved lives without ever getting a parade, and

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8:46

The Pause That Saved the World: The Stanislav Petrov...

HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids ·

2025/11/05

Welcome to HootPODS, the show where wisdom meets wonder — exploring the biggest, boldest stories in history to uncover timeless lessons about what it means to be smart, kind, and curious humans.In this powerful episode, we tell the story of Stanislav Petrov, a Soviet lieutenant colonel whose quiet courage and skeptical mind literally saved the world. On the night of September 26, 1983, deep inside a secret bunker near Moscow, alarms blared. A new satellite system screamed: “Missiles launched from

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15:43

Roblox Stole My Brain (and My Parents’ Credit Card)

HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids ·

2025/10/31

Yo what's up, gamers? Ever felt like your favorite game is messing with your mind and your wallet? You're not alone. This isn't just a podcast; it's an intervention. Join us as we expose the unhinged truth behind games like "Steal a Brainrot" on Roblox: the psychological traps, the predatory monetization, and the "safety features" that are basically useless.We'll break down how billion-dollar companies are designed to addict kids, drain parent's credit cards, and turn our brains into mush – all

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9:50

Christopher Columbus - The Untold Story

HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids ·

2025/10/13

What if everything you learned about Christopher Columbus was wrong?In this episode, we're uncovering the truth behind Columbus Day—and it's way more complicated than the story you heard in school. We'll bust myths (spoiler: he didn't prove the Earth was round), meet the Taíno people who actually lived in the "New World," and discover why this holiday has become so controversial. From his miscalculated voyage to how he became an American hero 300 years after his death, we're exploring the complete

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4:39

The Spacecraft That Wouldn’t Quit: Voyager’s Endless...

HootPODS: Smart Stories & Curious Podcasts for Kids ·

2025/09/24

Join us on an epic journey with Voyager 1 and 2—the spacecraft that turned a five-year mission into a decades-long adventure. From breathtaking close-ups of Jupiter and Saturn to discovering new rings, volcanoes, and even crossing into interstellar space, the Voyagers have rewritten our understanding of the cosmos. Explore their secrets and discover why their legacy continues to inspire new generations of explorers!

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