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AI for Kids

Amber Ivey (AI)

Welcome to AI for Kids, a podcast made for kids, with parents and teachers there to support and guide them, without adding more screen time.This podcast is made for kids ages 4–12 (and curious teens too) and the adults who support them. You’ll hear fun, easy-to-follow conversations with fellow kids and even AI experts. We break down what AI is, how it shows up in everyday life, and how to talk about it at the dinner table or on the drive to school.Whether you’re multitasking, carpooling, or winding

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33:53

How AI and VR Help Kids Relax (Middle+)

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2025/06/17

Send us a text What if technology could help you understand and manage your emotions better? Dr. Alicia Mckoy, founder and CEO of PeakMind, takes us on a fascinating journey through the intersection of neuroscience, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence in the quest for better mental wellbeing. The human brain processes emotions through chemicals like dopamine, oxytocin, and adrenaline, triggering our fight, flight, freeze, or relaxation responses. Understanding this complex system is...

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5:15

U is for Unsupervised Learning and yoU! - ABCs of AI...

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2025/06/17

Send us a text Today's episode explores the letter "U" in our ABCs of AI series, representing both yoU (our curious young listeners) and Unsupervised Learning. We break down how artificial intelligence systems can organize photos, music, and data by identifying similarities without being explicitly told what to look for. Through our "Sort It Like a Robot" activity, kids can experience firsthand how machines approach pattern recognition by sorting household objects and discussing the different...

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10:12

From Drones to Data: How Kids Are Learning AI | AI...

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2025/06/10

Send us a text The digital landscape is constantly evolving, and our latest AI for Kids Scoop episode brings the most exciting tech developments straight to young curious minds. From robot dancing to drone flying, we're uncovering how schools across America are transforming tech education into hands-on adventures that prepare kids for tomorrow's world. Dive into our exploration of Maine's student tech conference where nearly 1,000 kids programmed dancing robots and piloted drones, showcasing...

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33:13

How AI Learns with Cat Pictures But Still Doesn’t...

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2025/06/03

Send us a text Ever wondered why AI can be simultaneously brilliant and bewilderingly clueless? Reed Coke, Director of Engineering at KUNGFU.AI, offers a beautifully simple explanation: AI is like singing along to songs in a language you don't know. You recognize patterns and can predict what comes next without truly understanding the meaning. Reed brings his unique background as a linguist-turned-AI engineer to explain natural language processing in terms kids (and adults) can grasp. Growin...

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6:02

T is for Token - ABCs of AI (Elementary+)

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2025/06/03

Send us a text Tokens are the invisible building blocks that power every AI conversation, and in this episode of the AI for Kids podcast, we're breaking them down in a way that makes perfect sense for curious young minds! As part of our "ABCs of AI" series, we've reached the letter T, and tokens take center stage. Ever wondered how AI actually processes our words? Unlike humans who understand complete thoughts, AI breaks everything down into smaller pieces called tokens—which can be whole wo...

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10:07

AI Kids Scoop | China’s AI Rules, Math Bots, and a...

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2025/05/27

Send us a text In this episode of AI for Kids, we explore how artificial intelligence is changing schools around the world—from new rules to exciting new tools! We talk about how China just made new rules that stop students from turning in AI-written homework and require teacher help when younger kids use AI tools. Over in the UK, leaders are planning global guidelines for AI in education—and even a big AI in schools summit in 2026! We also spotlight Jun Jang, a 16-year-old from Mississippi, ...

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32:58

How AI Can Be a Flashlight, Not a Shortcut (Middle+)

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2025/05/20

Send us a text What if your child had a kind, judgment-free learning companion—available anytime they needed help? That’s exactly what’s starting to happen in classrooms using AI. In this episode, we talk with Kanishka Seth, a teacher and EdTech leader at Khan Lab School, who works just one floor below the Khan Academy team and sees firsthand how AI is showing up in real learning spaces. Kanishka shares how Khanmigo, Khan Academy’s AI-powered tool, acts like a thoughtful study buddy—asking qu...

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7:16

ABCs of AI - S is for Supervised Learning (Elementary+)

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2025/05/20

Send us a text We break down supervised learning, explaining how AI learns from labeled examples just like how children learn from teachers identifying objects. • Supervised learning is when AI learns from labeled examples (like seeing pictures of apples with labels) • The more examples an AI sees, the better it gets at recognizing patterns • Real-world applications include Google Lens, spam filters, AI art apps, and medical diagnostic tools • Bad or confusing data leads to incorrect learnin...

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12:53

AI Kids Scoop | Korea, Gemini AI for Kids, and More News

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2025/05/13

Send us a text Spring is here—and so is our new weekly podcast format! We’re now alternating between fun episodes for kids and a new segment, “AI Kids Scoop,” where we break down what’s happening in AI and education. After a recent trip to Seoul, I saw just how powerful AI can be—using ChatGPT to plan, Google Lens to read menus, and Translate to chat with locals. It’s a reminder that AI is here now, and our kids need to learn how to use it wisely. Our inaugural AI Kids Scoop covers groundbrea...

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23:54

Replay: How The Future Belongs to AI-Literate Kids...

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2025/04/29

Send us a text This is the last week of our break and we look forward to catching up in a couple of weeks. Check out this week's replay. "Technology won't replace you, but someone who knows how to use it will take your position." These words from Eashan Kosaraju, a remarkable high school student from Ohio, capture the essence of why AI literacy matters for today's youth. Dive into this eye-opening conversation with a teen who's already making waves in the AI education space as host of the Al...

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26:40

Replay: How a Fifth-Grader Can Start Their AI Journey...

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2025/04/15

Send us a text We are on a short spring break at AI for Kid. We look forward to seeing you all in May. In the meantime, check out this replay with Archi Marrapu, a remarkable young inventor. • Explaining artificial intelligence as a "fake brain" that can mimic human intelligence and sometimes exceed human capabilities • Creating Project Pill Tracker, a 3D-printed medication management system with AI features that prevent medication errors • Working with tools like Arduino Uno kit...

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36:38

Replay: How an 11-Year-Old is Teaching Fellow Kids...

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2025/04/01

Send us a text Meet Ehsan Adouane, an 11-year-old coding prodigy who started his YouTube channel at age 9 because he "had nothing to do" and wanted to make a meaningful contribution to the world. Started coding at age 9, now proficient in C++ and building applicationsExplains coding languages from high-level (Python, Scratch) to low-level (binary)Recommends beginners start with C++ instead of Python to learn fundamentals properlyDescribes Raspberry Pi computers and how they help program micro...

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39:12

What If Your First Teacher Was an AI? (Middle+)

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2025/03/18

Send us a text Dipti Bhide, CEO and co-founder of LittleLit Kids AI, reveals how the first generation of AI-first children are learning to safely navigate AI through kid-friendly tools and experiences. She shares her journey from building tech for adults to creating the world's first all-in-one AI platform specifically designed for elementary and middle school children. • An entire generation of children are learning AI before they learn Google search • Little Lit AI was inspired by Dipti's ...

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6:18

R is for Reinforcement Learning – ABCs of AI...

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2025/03/18

Send us a text We break down reinforcement learning in simple terms, exploring how AI gets smarter through trial and error just like kids do when learning new skills. Using familiar examples like video games and robots, we explain how computers learn by getting rewards for good choices and penalties for mistakes. • Reinforcement learning explained: AI figuring things out by trying different actions and seeing what works • Real-world applications include robots learning to walk and dance, AI ...

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36:42

How Digital Literacy Helps You Stay Safe Online &...

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2025/03/04

Send us a text In this episode of AI for Kids, we dive into AI for good, digital literacy, and internet safety with Geoff Livingston, founder of Cognitive Path! From how AI is shaping the world to the importance of critical thinking and digital responsibility, this conversation will help kids and parents understand how to navigate the digital world safely. 🎙️ What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How AI can help people and businesses (and why it’s important to use it for good) ✅ The

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6:57

Q is for Quantum Computing – ABCs of AI (Elementary)

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2025/03/04

Send us a text In this exciting episode, we dive into the mind-bending world of quantum computing—a futuristic technology that has the potential to revolutionize the way we use artificial intelligence (AI)! But don’t worry, we break it all down in a way that’s fun and easy to understand. 🚀 What You’ll Learn: The basics of quantum computing, including superposition and entanglementHow quantum computers differ from traditional computersWhy AI + quantum computing is a game-changer for solving

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34:50

Why AI in School is More Than Homework Help (Middle+)

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2025/02/18

Send us a text Ever wonder how artificial intelligence can revolutionize education? In this episode, we sit down with the incredible Dr. Nneka McGee, an educator, researcher, and advocate dedicated to integrating AI into schools. As a former teacher turned district leader, Dr. McGee shares her vision for how AI can simplify complex tasks like high school master scheduling and make learning more efficient and accessible for all students. 🔹 What You’ll Learn: How AI is reshaping education and

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6:58

P is for Prompt – ABCs of AI (Elementary)

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2025/02/18

Send us a text P is for Prompt – AI for Kids Podcast What if the secret to unlocking AI’s full potential lies in how we communicate with it? In this episode, we dive into the world of prompts—the key to getting AI to generate the best responses. Whether you're asking a chatbot a question, creating digital art, or even getting an AI assistant to tell a story, crafting the right prompt makes all the difference! 🔹 What You'll Learn: What prompts are and why they matterHow to write effective

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30:19

How a Tech-Savvy Kid Became an AI Advocate—and How...

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2025/02/04

Send us a text What if understanding the human brain could be your secret superpower? Join us for a captivating conversation with Nicolas Gertler, a Yale University student and AI enthusiast, as we explore the fascinating world of artificial intelligence. Nicolas shares his journey from a tech-savvy kid to an AI aficionado, drawing parallels between prompting AI systems and the art of storytelling. Together, we unpack the profound concept of AI alignment, emphasizing the critical need to ensu...

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9:19

O is for OpenAI and Other LLM Companies – ABCs of AI...

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2025/02/04

Send us a text Our latest episode takes you on an exciting exploration of how AI is becoming a part of our everyday lives. Discover how OpenAI's innovations in chatbots and art-generating tools have opened new horizons for anyone with an internet connection. We'll also introduce you to Google's Gemini, Meta's Llama, and Anthropic's Claude, as well as the buzzworthy DeepSeek. Plus, we'll share important insights about understanding and safely using these amazing tools. Perfect for aspiring you...

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