Good Stuff Kids

100 Episodes!  Thanks to everyone who's been with me since the very beginning.  On episode 100 we welcome back Good Stuff favorites like Dr. Eric and Uncle D and the long overdue return of 4+1.  All of this is topped off with the return of the incredible Laurie Berkner. Continue reading Episode #100 – Laurie Berkner Returns on the site.

Jodi Norgaard and Kara Thom from Go! Go! Sports Girls have created some unique and creative sports themed dolls and accompanying stories for girls (or anyone) who love sports.  They encourage young athletes to "be fierce and sparkle" as well as the ingenious hashtag #athleteisthenewprincess.  It was great to hear how the idea came to be as well as where the dolls have taken Jodi and Kara (ie. The White House!).  These dolls make great holiday gifts... if you know what I'm saying. Continue reading Good Stuff Sports #11 – Jodi and Kara from Go! Go! Sports Girls on the site.

Do you think Ghost's like toast?  My buddies Andrew & Polly talked with me about my 4 year old's favorite song.  The Andrew & Polly version of the classic Ghostbusters song.  It was a blast to hear how the song came together, and I even learned about a new instrument!  The theremin!  Andrew & Polly's own podcast Ear Snacks just returned for season 2.  Don't miss it.  Be sure to check out more from some of our Kids Listen buddies who participated in a Halloween themed mini sweeps.  Have you listened to The Past and the Curious?  How about What if World?  Give them a listen! Continue reading Episode #99 – Andrew & Polly Break Down Ghostbusters on the site.

Suzanne Brown does it all! Books, music, videos, classes, teaching, and on and on! Check out her Youtube channel. You don’t want to miss this! She is a true expert and has contributed so much to the world of family entertainment. Continue reading Episode #98 – Suzanne Brown (Suzie Sunshine) on the site.

Are you ready for this?  I spoke to Magic Ian and Dr. Saurus from A Horse, A Spoon, A Bucket one sunny summer day not too long ago.  They are committed!  We talked about a lot of different things like gophers, vegetables, and puppy's.  This was a lot of fun.  Check them out.  Stay tuned for their song 'Vegetables' at the end of the show. Continue reading Episode #97 – A Horse, A Spoon, A Bucket on the site.

Tim Kubart is talented in so many different areas.  He hosts tv shows for kids, has released two albums of kids music, and you never know when he'll show up with a tambourine!  Tim won a grammy for his album, 'Home'.  He also hosted and produced the Sunny Side Up show on Sprout with his pal Chica.  Tim was also the person chosen to write the song that helped to introduce Sesame Street's first muppet with autism, Julia. Continue reading Episode #96 – Tim Kubart on the site.

At this point you’ve probably seen the devastation caused by the wildfires in Northern California. Our summer home, URJ Camp Newman, sustained catastrophic damage. If camp is a meaningful part of your families life, whether Camp Newman or another camp please visit the link below to help the Camp Newman community rebuild the place that so many people have called their home. This episode features music from Dan Nichols, Noam Katz, Alan Goodis, Billy Jonas, Jacob ‘Spike’ Kraus, Rachel Mylan, Jackson Mercer, Rose Snitz, Jake Snyder, Eitan Straus-Cohen, Max Winer, Lucy Greenbaum, Alana Green, and Robin Kopf. Continue reading Live From Camp 2016 on the site.

Eliana Light comes very highly recommended.  She and I connected through an old buddy (who I used to teach! - Shout out to Charlie Kramer!). She is an up and coming family musician who writes songs that are thematically Jewish and very educational.  You'll love hearing how enthusiastic she is about her subject matter and will surely want to check out her songs like 'Synagogue Detective', or 'The Best Me I Can Be'.  You can get her full album Eliana Sings (about Jewish things) here.   Enjoy! Continue reading Episode #95 – Eliana Light on the site.

If you have kids, then there is a 99.9% chance that you have heard the voice of Mindy Thomas.  She is the host of Absolutely Mindy on Kids Place Live on Sirius XM as well as the co-host (with Guy Raz) of mega-podcast ‘Wow in the World’ from NPR.  Now you can hear her story!  She’s a high energy, improvising, radio host extraordinaire and I’m so happy to have had a chance to talk with her! Continue reading Episode #94 – Mindy Thomas on the site.

I got a chance to not only talk to Tommy and Kaitlyn about their awesome new album 'Rise, Shine, #Woke', but I got to see them perform live at an Elementary School in South San Francisco.  I got to see, firsthand, the impact that they have on students with their message of change.  It was an incredibly moving experience.  My time with the Alphabet Rockers coincided with the news about the current administration working to end DACA.  It was clear that so many of the students that were at the Alphabet Rockers program were fearful about what they were hearing from the government.  I got to speak to a few students and a teacher about the mood in the classrooms, and I was relieved to hear that there was a general attitude of positivity.  The teachers at the school were so dedicated and engaged, and it was noted by Kaitlyn, Tommy, and me.  Thanks to the educators in lower income areas who are making their students education positive and joyful during what is a difficult time. Continue reading Episode #93 – Alphabet Rockers on the site.

I hope you enjoyed Wendy Morgan's episode!  Now it's DB's turn.  This is part 2 of 2 with Wendy & DB.  It was great to hear DB's side of things.  Wendy joined us for a little bit as well.  It's obvious that these two love working together!  Be sure to check out their new album 'Home Earth' and their incredibly catchy song 'We Bop' at the end of the show. Continue reading Episode #92 – DB (Wendy and DB) Pt. 2 on the site.

Wendy and DB make great music for kids and families to enjoy together.  They pride themselves on their live performances and for making songs with a message.  From their website:  "On their newest album “HomeEarth”, Wendy & DB, a dynamic duo/band from Chicago, address the important messages for children and all people that we need to work together, be happy, feel our feelings, and take care of our wonderful world and ALL the folks that live in it."  Now that makes a whole lot of sense!  This is a two part-er.  Episode 91 will feature Wendy Morgan talking about all things Wendy and DB.  Episode 92 will focus on DB and his approach to making great music for kids and families. Continue reading Episode #91 – Wendy Morgan (Wendy and DB) Pt. 1 on the site.

I remember watching Tim Janus in the Coney Island Hot Dog Eating competition on July 4th a few years ago.  I thought his Ultimate Warrior facepaint was awesome.  I think saw him on an MTV reality special which showcased how he goes about training and what his professional eating competitions are like.  Tim graciously responded to a twitter message about coming on the show and talking about how he came to be a professional eater.  It's important to know that there is training that goes in to being on the professional eating circuit.  What food does Tim recommend that aspiring pro eaters begin with?  You'll have to listen to find out!  And the burping!  This is a can't miss episode. Continue reading Good Stuff Sports #10 – Eater X (Tim Janus) on the site.

It’s back to school time, and The Bazillions have a brand new record ‘Rock and Roll Yearbook’ to take you through the year. It was great to hear from some incredible musicians who are writing smart songs that will teach your kids! You also MUST check out their youtube channel. Their videos are top notch. You can also hear their brand new song, ‘You Could Be The One’ at the end of the show! The Bazillions use their music to educate and have fun. Continue reading Episode #90 – The Bazillions on the site.

Feelings, nothing more than feelings!  Up and coming Kindie rocker Mr. Josh has a new record out all about feelings.  He takes his music seriously, but also knows how to have fun.  He knows what he's doing, he's trained, and he is a pre-school teacher as well.  He's the definition of authentic which makes him certified and bonafied good stuff for kids and families. Continue reading Episode #89 – Mr. Josh on the site.