Little Kids, Big Hearts

19:20

Bonus Interview: Meet the Tiny T-Rex Children's Book...

Little Kids, Big Hearts ·

2026/05/22

Welcome friends! In this special bonus Interview episode, Todd is joined by New York Times bestselling author Jonathan Stutzman and returning guest Bea, age 8, who you may remember from our Friendship Kidventure episode. Together they dig into what it really means to build stories around friendship, from the origins of Tiny T-Rex and his best friend Pointy, to why honest storytelling connects with readers of all ages. Jonathan talks about growing up loving books before he could even read, wri...

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26:31

Song 🎶: A Real Songwriter Talks & Sings About Siblings!

Little Kids, Big Hearts ·

2026/05/15

Welcome friends! In this song 🎶 episode, Todd is joined by singer-songwriter Christopher Burkholder and returning guest Carmine, age seven, who you may remember from our episode about family.Together, they dig into what life as a musician really looks like, from writing hundreds of songs before releasing one, to learning harmonica on the side, to growing up as the second oldest of six kids in a homeschooled family outside Philadelphia. Christopher also shares a brand new original song on the

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12:59

Mission: Little Siblings, Big Feelings

Little Kids, Big Hearts ·

2026/05/08

Welcome friends! We're so glad you're joining us for a brand new Mission episode of the Little Kids, Big Hearts podcast.In this episode, Todd is joined once again by co-host Georgia, age 6, for an honest, funny, and relatable conversation about one of the trickiest parts of having a little sibling: what to do when they knock things down, rip things up, or want something completely different than you!Georgia brings her own fresh experience to the table. Her baby brother Wesley ripped apart

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33:02

Kidventure: Little Siblings Crash the Build Zone!

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2026/05/01

Welcome friends! We're so glad you're joining us for a brand new Kidventure episode of the Little Kids, Big Hearts podcast.In this episode, Todd is joined by Rex, Lincoln, and Brooklynn for a magical journey to the Land of Qook-a-lackas, where their friend Queniel the Qook-a-lacka is having a frustrating day. Every time Queniel builds a tower, little sibling Quib comes zooming through and knocks it down.Together, the kids help Queniel learn what's really going on (spoiler: Quib might

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18:28

Interview: A Real Farmer 🧑🏼‍🌾 Answers Kids' Biggest...

Little Kids, Big Hearts ·

2026/04/24

Welcome friends! In this Interview episode, Todd is joined by farmer Susan Mitchell, owner of Cloverleigh Farm in Connecticut, and returning guest Avery, age six, who you may remember from our episode at the beginning of April called "Can Kids Help Heal the Land?"Together they dig into what farm life is really like, from growing vegetables in a greenhouse in the spring to caring for beef cattle, pigs, chickens, and turkeys yearround. Susan talks about farming in all weather, losing plants

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8:39

Storytime: Slow Down and Notice!

Little Kids, Big Hearts ·

2026/04/17

Welcome friends! It's time for a Little Kids Big Hearts Storytime. This month's story comes from the Land of Qook-a-lackas and is all about what happens when you slow down just enough to notice what matters.In this story, we meet Quince, a gentle Qook-a-leekie who loves the forest and moves through it slowly, noticing everything. Quince spots something others have missed: the Quilips are leaning, the Quoodle keeps dropping its twig, and the forest feels a little off. One small thing at a

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13:19

Mission: Kids Can Help The Earth!

Little Kids, Big Hearts ·

2026/04/10

Welcome friends! It's time for a Little Kids Big Hearts Mission, where kids help kids make the world a little kinder, a little braver, and a little better.In this episode, Todd is joined by his co-host Georgia, who is now 6️⃣ years old and full of big ideas. Together they explore what it means to take care of our environment, from picking up trash and planting seeds, to recycling, reducing pollution, and even raising money for charity. Georgia shares her genius "making things bins,"

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27:27

Kidventure: Can Kids Help Heal The Land? 🍀💚

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2026/04/03

Welcome friends! In this Kidventure episode, Todd is joined by Avery (age 6, Dallas TX), Rose (age 8, Alameda County CA), and Nicholas (almost 7, Columbia CT). Together they explore the environment and what worries them about the earth, before floating off on dandelion parachutes to the magical Land of Qook-a-lackas, where something feels very wrong.Their friend Qwade needs their help. The gummy bears are tired, the Quilips have been over-picked, the bees are struggling, and the weather is all mixed

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13:19

Kidventure: Can Kids Help Heal The Land? 🍀💚

Little Kids, Big Hearts ·

2026/04/03

Welcome friends! In this Kidventure episode, Todd is joined by Avery (age 6, Dallas TX), Rose (age 8, Alameda County CA), and Nicholas (almost 7, Columbia CT). Together they explore the environment and what worries them about the earth, before floating off on dandelion parachutes to the magical Land of Qook-a-lackas, where something feels very wrong.Their friend Qwade needs their help. The gummy bears are tired, the Quilips have been over-picked, the bees are struggling, and the weather is all mixed

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15:52

Interview: A 68-Year Friendship Story!

Little Kids, Big Hearts ·

2026/03/27

Welcome friends! We're so glad you're joining us for a brand new episode of the Little Kids, Big Hearts podcast.This one is extra special. Todd is joined by two people who have been best friends since the first grade: his mom, Claudia, and her childhood best friend, Vicky. They have been friends for nearly seven decades, and the love and laughter between them is something you can feel in every single word. Also joining us is Zuri, returning co-host and seven-year-old friendship expert, who

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27:19

SONGS: Friendship Songs That’ll Make You Dance!

Little Kids, Big Hearts ·

2026/03/20

We're so glad you're joining us for a brand new episode. In this episode, Todd is joined by a Anthony, 8, for a dance-filled conversation. Together, they listen and talk about four songs from the new kids' album We're Friends Now by award-winning children's musicians Benjamin Weiner & Suzi Shelton. As he listens, Anthony shares what he loves doing with friends, from bike rides and sleepovers to visits to Dave & Buster's. He opens up about the kind of treehouse

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14:30

Mission: Be a Friend and Fight Loneliness With Kindness!

Little Kids, Big Hearts ·

2026/03/13

Welcome friends! We're so glad you're joining us for a brand new Mission episode of the Little Kids, Big Hearts podcast.In this episode, Todd is joined by his friend and mission co-host Georgia (who also happens to be turning six!) for a warm and joyful conversation all about friendship. Together, they check in with kids Bea, Charles, and Anthony to hear how they noticed someone who was feeling left out, and chose one small, brave act of kindness to help that person feel seen.Along the

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25:47

Kidventure: Navigating Friendship

Little Kids, Big Hearts ·

2026/03/06

Welcome friends! We're so glad you're joining us for another Kidventure on the Little Kids, Big Hearts podcast!Today, Todd is joined by three warm, thoughtful kids, Charles (9), Bea (8), and Anthony (8), for a heartfelt conversation about one of the most important parts of childhood (and life!): friendship.Together, they explore how friendships begin — from bus rides and Roblox to vet clinics and hospital hallways. They share what it feels like when a friendship clicks, and what it feels

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19:53

Interview: Exploring Community with Matt de la Peña

Little Kids, Big Hearts ·

2026/02/27

Welcome friends! We’re so glad you’re joining us for this special interview episode of Little Kids, Big Hearts.Today host Todd Loyd is joined by his kid friend Keri and award winning author Matt de la Peña to explore the idea of community: what it means, how it shapes us, and how it shows up in stories and everyday life. Together they dive into Matt’s creative process and the themes that unite his books with children’s experiences of neighborhood, belonging, imagination, and care.Matt talks about

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7:27

Storytime: The Light of Loodle Loop

Little Kids, Big Hearts ·

2026/02/20

In this magical stortime episode of Little Kids, Big Hearts, listeners travel to the Land of Qook-a-lakas for a fun, imaginative fictional story about community and belonging. The story is told by LKBH host Todd Loyd, along with two kid helpers: Rose and Leo!High above the town, in a cozy place called Loodle Loop, lives a small Qook-a-leekie named Quincy and their grand Qook-a-laka, Quinella. While the town below gathers to bake, sing, and share ideas, Quincy begins to wonder if anyone even knows

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13:03

Mission: Build Community With Kindness

Little Kids, Big Hearts ·

2026/02/13

Welcome friends! We’re so glad you’re joining us for a brand new Mission episode of the Little Kids, Big Hearts podcast.In this episode, Todd is joined by his friend and new mission co-host Georgia for a thoughtful and heartwarming conversation about helping others and building community. Together, they check in with kids Gabe, Zuri, and Credence to hear how they completed their community missions through simple, meaningful acts like making cards, helping classmates, and noticing when someone needs

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25:51

Kidventure: Building Community Together!

Little Kids, Big Hearts ·

2026/02/06

Welcome friends! We’re so glad you’re joining us for another Kidventure on the Little Kids, Big Hearts Podcast.Today, Todd is joined by three thoughtful kids, Credence (6), Zuri (7), and Gabe (8), for a warm and curious conversation about community and the many ways kids are already part of communities. Together, they explore what community means, from families and schools to neighborhoods, teams, and places of worship. They discuss how neighbors welcome one another, how teachers and grown-ups help

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15:39

Interview: Family, Belonging & Imagination with...

Little Kids, Big Hearts ·

2026/01/30

Welcome friends! We’re so glad you’re here for this heart-filled episode of the Little Kids, Big Hearts podcast.This week, Todd is joined by returning kid guest Carmine and special guest Jessica Love, the award-winning author and illustrator of Julián Is a Mermaid and A Bed of Stars. Together, they explore creativity, imagination, and the many ways family members show love and support for each other.Jessica shares the inspiration behind Julián Is a Mermaid, including how pictures can tell powerful

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13:20

Song: "I've Got My Family" with Benjamin Weiner

Little Kids, Big Hearts ·

2026/01/23

Welcome friends! This month on the Little Kids, Big Hearts 💕 podcast, we’ve been exploring the theme of family and all the ways families help us feel safe, loved, and strong.In this special song and conversation episode, Todd is joined by longtime collaborator, educator, and composer Benjamin Weiner. Together, they revisit what kids shared in our family Kidventure episode — "Who's in My Family?" — about who is in their family, what they do together, and what they learn from their

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7:48

Mission: Let's Make a Family Quilt!

Little Kids, Big Hearts ·

2026/01/16

Welcome friends! We’re so glad you’re joining us for another Season 5 episode of the Little Kids, Big Hearts Podcast.In this Mission episode, Todd is joined by our friend Georgia, 5, to continue exploring this month’s theme: FAMILIES!Inspired by our Kidventure to the Land of Qook-a-lakas, kid listeners are invited to go on a special mission: Creating their own family quilt square. Together, Todd and Georgia talk about the people, traditions, foods, adventures, and creative moments that make families

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