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10 rainy-day podcasts for kids

Updated 13 September 2026 · 10 shows

These 10 shows are the ones that hold up on a long indoor afternoon — the kind that pair with Lego on the floor rather than competing with a screen.

Audio is the rare indoor option that leaves hands and eyes free. Put one of these on and the afternoon fills itself.

The list

  • Cover art for Brains On! Science podcast for kids

    Brains On! Science podcast for kids

    Brains On Universe · ages 8–10

    Real science explained by real kids alongside the host. Strong episodic depth.

    CarMorningScienceCuriosity

  • Cover art for Greeking Out from National Geographic Kids

    Greeking Out from National Geographic Kids

    National Geographic Kids · ages 8–13

    Greek mythology retold with charm — Nat Geo Kids' anchor narrative podcast.

    CarQuiet timeHistory & mythStories

  • Cover art for Little Stories for Tiny People: Anytime and bedtime stories for kids

    Little Stories for Tiny People: Anytime and bedtime stories for kids

    Rhea Pechter · ages 2–4

    The single best 'first podcast' for toddlers — short, slow, and never overstimulating.

    BedtimeQuiet timeStoriesMindfulness

  • Cover art for Noodle Loaf - Music Education Podcast for Kids

    Noodle Loaf - Music Education Podcast for Kids

    Dan Saks · ages 2–4

    Counter-programs the bedtime-heavy 2-4 bucket — this one is for energy-burning.

    MorningRainy dayMusicComedy

  • Cover art for Unspookable

    Unspookable

    Soundsington Media · ages 8–13

    Soundsington Media's kid-friendly take on spooky urban legends — explores the science and history behind 'creepy' things without being scary.

    CarQuiet timeMysteryCuriosity

  • Cover art for Mystery Recipe

    Mystery Recipe

    America's Test Kitchen Kids · ages 8–12

    Strong 'do-something-with-this' angle.

    Quiet timeRainy dayScienceCuriosity

  • Cover art for Peace Out Podcast

    Peace Out Podcast

    Chanel Tsang · ages 3–8

    Woman-of-color host — gentle without being saccharine.

    BedtimeRainy dayMindfulness

  • Cover art for The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and Families

    The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and Families

    Mick Sullivan · ages 8–12

    More musical and irreverent than typical history-for-kids fare.

    CarQuiet timeHistory & mythMusic

  • Cover art for The Story Seeds Podcast

    The Story Seeds Podcast

    Literary Safari · ages 6–11

    Brings BIPOC author voices into the catalog.

    Quiet timeRainy dayStoriesArt & creativity

  • Cover art for What If World - Stories for Kids

    What If World - Stories for Kids

    Eric O'Keeffe / Starglow Media · ages 5–7

    Improv-story format — kids stay engaged because each story is genuinely unpredictable.

    CarQuiet timeStoriesComedy

What have I missed? One parent chose this catalog, so it has blind spots. If your kids love something that isn’t here, tell me — I’ll sit down and listen to it.

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