NASA's Curious Universe
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Ages 11–13ExplainersConversation
NASA scientists walk you through the universe, episode by episode.
Official NASA podcast bringing the agency's missions, scientists, and discoveries to general listeners. Accessible enough for engaged tweens, deep enough for adults.
Why it’s in PodFocus
NASA's flagship public-outreach show — accessible space science.
At a glance
- Ages
- 11 to 13
- Good for
- Car, Quiet time, Morning
- About
- Science, Curiosity
- Format
- Explainers, Conversation
- Episodes
- About 26 min
- New episodes
- About every two weeks
- In the feed
- 94 episodes since 2020
- Made by
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Latest episodes
The newest full episodes in the feed as of 23 October 2026.
- Encore: A Year In Mars Dune Alpha
- Encore: Welcome to the Dark Side
- Roman Series: Liftoff!
Questions parents ask
What age is NASA's Curious Universe for?
PodFocus lists it for ages 11 to 13. Ranges overlap on purpose: where a child lands inside one depends more on the child than on the number.
How long are NASA's Curious Universe episodes?
Episodes run about 26 minutes, most between 20 and 33 minutes. Long enough to cover a proper drive.
Is NASA's Curious Universe still making new episodes?
Yes. New episodes come out about every two weeks; the latest was released on 20 October 2026. The feed lists 94 episodes going back to 2020.
Where should we start?
Anywhere. Try a recent episode, or one about something your child already loves, and if it lands, work back through the older ones.
Can my child listen without Wi-Fi?
In PodFocus, yes. Download episodes at home and they play without a connection, including in the car through CarPlay.
How do I let my child listen to NASA's Curious Universe and nothing else?
Add NASA's Curious Universe in PodFocus. Your child’s library holds only the shows you add, with no recommendations and nothing that plays on into a show you haven’t chosen.
