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The Reading Bug Podcast - Original Adventures, Bedtime Stories and Music for Kids

The Reading Bug

Let’s fly! ✨ The Reading Bug Podcast is a collection of original audio stories for kids — featuring immersive adventures, cozy bedtime stories, bite-sized story snacks, and curious science questions — all brought to life with original music, original characters and vivid storytelling. Listeners can: Travel anywhere imagination can take them in Reading Bug Adventures — cinematic, two-part story journeys filled with characters, music, and audience participation Wind down with Lauren’s Little

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23:44

Story Snack: The Cave of Shimmering Shadows

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2026/02/12

Book Worm’s Story Snacks | The Cave of Shimmering Shadows Can you leave your mark on history thousands of years in the past? Join the Book Worm in this frozen-frontier story snack and gear up with parkas and Crampons to travel back to the tail end of the Ice Age . What starts as a journey to discover ancient "Stone Age Beasts" quickly turns into an artistic emergency when a young painter named Luma runs out of red the vital earth pigment needed to finish the "Great Hall of Bulls" before his

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15:32

Bedtime Stories: The Town That Wouldn't Stay Down

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2026/02/10

Lauren's Little Bedtime StoriesIn the orderly town of Plumb-Line, every hat is worn right-side up and the gravity is perfectly reliable—until a Tuesday morning when the muffins start to drift toward the ceiling. As gravity takes a hiccup, turning the town square into a floating party of confused cats and somersaulting neighbors, a boy named Arthur must find a way to bring everyone back to earth. He soon discovers that the "heavy" ideas found inside a good book might be just the anchor his

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41:24

Adventure Encore: A Dinosaur Adventure, Part 2

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2026/02/09

A Reading Bug Adventure with Original SongsPart 2 of 2. Get ready to roar as Lauren and the Reading Bug leap into the magic book bag for an epic journey back to the Mesozoic Era. In this action-packed adventure, you’ll explore a prehistoric world where Pteranodons soar and wonder—or danger—lurks around every corner. Will you spot a Triceratops, a Parasaurolophus, or even the mighty T-Rex? The stakes are high as Lauren and the Reading Bug race to rescue their brand-new dinosaur friend, Albert

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18:46

Fact Fly: Why Were Dinosaurs So Big?

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2026/02/05

The Fact Fly's One Big QuestionWhy were so many dinosaurs gigantic — towering, thundering, and larger than almost any animals alive today? Join Lauren and the ever-curious Fact Fly as they dig into the real science behind dino size! From ancient oxygen levels to super-strong dinosaur bones, powerful muscles, and warm Mesozoic climates, this episode uncovers the surprising reasons some dinos grew to enormous proportions. With fun facts, humor, and kid-friendly explanations, you’ll discover what

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19:10

Bedtime Stories: The Knights of the Garden Gate

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2026/02/03

Lauren's Little Bedtime Stories | Original MusicWhen three brave siblings transform into the "Knights of the Garden Gate," a simple walk across their backyard becomes a quest to find the shimmering towers of Camelot. Along the way, they must team up with a grumbly troll to clear a heavy stone and discover that true knightly bravery is found in teamwork, service, and kindness. Every Lauren's Little Bedtime Story includes: Calming Relaxation: Gentle breathing exercises to help your body

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45:07

Adventure Encore: A Dinosaur Adventure, Part 1

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2026/02/02

A Reading Bug Adventure with Original Songs Part 1 of 2. Get ready to roar as Lauren and the Reading Bug leap into the magic book bag for an epic journey back to the Mesozoic Era. In this action-packed adventure, you’ll explore a prehistoric world where Pteranodons soar and wonder—or danger—lurks around every corner. Will you spot a Triceratops, a Parasaurolophus, or even the mighty T-Rex? The stakes are high as Lauren and the Reading Bug race to rescue their brand-new dinosaur friend, Albert

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21:41

Fact Fly: How Do Robots Know What to Do?

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2026/01/29

The Fact Fly's One Big Question: RobotsHow do robots know how to move, think, and even learn? Join Lauren and the high-energy, gear-obsessed Fact Fly as they explore robot facts galore! We dive deep into the hardware and software to discover how machines turn lines of code into real-world action. In this high-tech episode, we explore: Sensors: The "eyes and ears" that allow robots to gather data and avoid flying into screen doors. The Processor: The robot’s brain that runs the

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21:18

Story Snack: The Bionic Behemoth

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2026/01/28

Book Worm’s Story Snacks | The Bionic BehemothHow do you fix a robot leg from the inside out? Join the Book Worm in this high-tech story snack and shrink down to a microscopic size to explore the inner workings of a "Hero Leg"—a cutting-edge prosthetic built for a brave elephant calf named Mali. What starts as a curious sanctuary visit quickly turns into a mechanical emergency when sticky monsoon mud and a snapped "Data Vine" threaten to leave Mali’s new step in the dust. Join the brilliant Dr

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16:33

Bedtime Stories: Zibby and the Runaway Robot

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2026/01/27

Lauren's Little Bedtime Stories In the perfectly tidy city of Sparktown, every machine follows the rules—especially Zibby-9, a serious HelperBot with a "medium" joy level . Everything changes when Giggs, an unpredictably silly Giggle-Bot 3000, zooms into town with a floppy neon hat and a love for juggling spaghetti. When a giant trash-bot malfunctions, Zibby must decide if he is brave enough to trade his rules for "maximum silliness" to save the day . Every Lauren's Little Bedtime Story

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70:54

Adventure Encore: A Robot Adventure

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2026/01/26

A Reading Bug Adventure with Original Songs An Adventure Encore. Parts 1 and 2 combined into a full story. Join Lauren and the Reading Bug as they are whisked into a Robot Adventure at the Institute for Robots and Intelligent Machines. Guided by Roby, a friendly humanoid robot, listeners learn how robots sense, think, and act — from drones and rovers to helpful trashbots and robotic pets. But when Roby discovers that a beloved therapy dogbot named Fido is about to be recycled, he asks for help on a

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16:53

Fact Fly: How Does WiFi Travel Through the Air ?

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2026/01/22

The Fact Fly's One Big Question How does a video "teleport" from the wall to your tablet without any wires? Join Lauren and the high-energy, lag-hating Fact Fly as they battle the “Spinning Circle of Doom” to uncover the invisible science of the internet! We discover how data moves at the speed of light through thin air to keep your gadgets connected. In this high-speed episode, we explore: Radio Waves: Invisible energy ripples that move data at the speed of light. Data Packets: Why

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24:44

Story Snack: A Byte-Sized Breakdown

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2026/01/21

The Book Worm's Story SnacksTake an unforgettable journey with the Book Worm to fix a glitching computer... from the inside! In this action-packed Story Snack, we shrink down to byte size and zap into a glowing, neon world hidden inside a computer motherboard. Guided by Pixel, a friendly data packet, we race through the Processor Palace, leap across flickering memory nodes, and ride surges of electricity like roller coasters — all to stop the system from crashing and “forgetting everything it

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18:20

Bedtime Stories: Moonlight Marshmallow Mischief

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2026/01/20

Lauren's Little Bedtime StoriesSnuggle up, relax and wind down with another sweet tale from Lauren. What happens when the world's fluffiest treats decide to run away? Step into the Moonlight Kitchen with Lauren for a sweet and sticky adventure through Blueberry Hollow. When gnome chef Poppy Puddlefizz and her tiny robot sidekick Niblet accidentally bring their "Mega-Mallows" to life, they must save the Great Midnight Market from total marshmallow mayhem! Every Lauren's Little Bedtime Story

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38:11

Adventure Encore: A Robot Adventure, Part 2

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2026/01/19

A Reading Bug Adventure with Original SongsAn Adventure Encore. Part 2 of 2. Join Lauren and the Reading Bug as they are whisked into a Robot Adventure at the Institute for Robots and Intelligent Machines. Guided by Roby, a friendly humanoid robot, listeners learn how robots sense, think, and act — from drones and rovers to helpful trashbots and robotic pets. But when Roby discovers that a beloved therapy dogbot named Fido is about to be recycled, he asks for help on a daring rescue mission to

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16:49

Fact Fly: What Makes Computers So Smart?

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2026/01/15

The Fact Fly's One Big Question Are computers actually geniuses, or are they just really, really good at following directions? Join Lauren and the Fact Fly as they explore the inner workings of a computer. From binary code to the difference between RAM and long-term storage, this episode reveals the high-speed logic behind every click, tap, and sparkly pixel. Discover the secret "Three-Step Dance" of computing and find out why your tablet doesn't have dreams or snack cravings—it’s just a pro at

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19:14

Story Snack: Ada and the Mechanical Masterpiece

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2026/01/14

Book Worm’s Story Snacks | The Mechanical MasterpieceCan a machine made of gears and steam really learn how to "think"? Travel back to Victorian London with the Book Worm to explore the brilliant mind of the world's first computer programmer, Ada Lovelace. What starts as a curious visit to a world of fog and invention quickly turns into a high-stakes fix-it mission to find and fix whatever has broken Ada's Analytical Engine. Join the visionary Ada, navigate a maze of clanking gears inside the

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17:25

Bedtime Stories: Humphree's Heartlight

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2026/01/13

Lauren's Little Bedtime Stories Wind down, and get ready for bedtime with a charming story from Lauren. Can a tiny robot with a flickering light find his inner glow? Journey to the whirring, neon city of Gearhaven, where Humphree teams up with a lost girl named Junie for a nighttime adventure filled with marshmallow foam, "laser noodles," and unexpected bravery. It’s a cozy sci-fi tale that proves the brightest light in the universe comes from being a friend. Settle in and get cozy—it’s time to

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45:26

Adventure Encore: A Robot Adventure, Part 1

The Reading Bug Podcast - Original Adventures,... ·

2026/01/12

A Reading Bug Adventure with Original Songs An Adventure Encore Episode. Part 1 of 2. Join Lauren and the Reading Bug as they are whisked into a Robot Adventure at the Institute for Robots and Intelligent Machines. Guided by Roby, a friendly humanoid robot, listeners learn how robots sense, think, and act — from drones and rovers to helpful trashbots and robotic pets. But when Roby discovers that a beloved therapy dogbot named Fido is about to be recycled, he asks for help on a daring rescue

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17:22

Fact Fly: Why Do We Sneeze?

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2026/01/08

The Fact Fly's One Big QuestionWhy does the human face suddenly explode with air at highway speeds whenever it feels like it? Join Lauren and the Fact Fly as they uncover the truth about today's One Big Question: Why Do We Sneeze? From the sticky cilia of the nose tunnel to the brain’s mysterious "sneeze center," this episode dives into the 100-mile-per-hour science behind our body's fastest protective reflexes. Discover why looking at the sun makes some people "glitch," why a dog’s sneeze is

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20:00

Story Snack: Inside the Immune System

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2026/01/07

Book Worm’s Story Snacks | A Microscopic Adventure What really happens inside your body when you get a cut? In this action-packed Story Snack, Book Worm and Reader shrink down to a microscopic size and travel inside a human body to explore the immune system from the inside out. What starts as a curious learning adventure quickly turns into a full-blown biological emergency when invading germs build a slimy “germ fort” near a fresh cut — and healing is on the line. Join a brave squad of white

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