Best National Geographic Kids Podcasts (2024)

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S10E10 - Ancient Olympics Part Deux 25:53

3h ago25:53

25:53

Oh Muses! We are once again dipping a toe in history and talking about ancient sport heroes! In this episode we encounter ground breaking athletes, pioneering villains, statue lore, the rage of fandom, and a sporting event which shall not be named. You can listen to Greeking Out two weeks early and ad free on Wondery+! Check out Greeking Out book 2…

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S10E9 - Ancients: They're Just Like Us! 26:23

7d ago26:23

26:23

Oh Muses! We are looking back at what ancient people have left us. In this episode we encounter bad customer reviews, the names of ancient dogs, vibes-based history, daily life in the ancient world, and some fun stories that aren’t true. You can listen to Greeking Out two weeks early and ad free on Wondery+! What's that? You want another book? Okay…

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S10E8 - Sea Monster Mash 30:52

14d ago30:52

30:52

Oh Muses! Visiting some old friends and meeting some new faces in the sea monster and river beastie game! In this episode we encounter turning children into stones, mysterious black stallions, deep fake cryptids, a man in search of a wife, and the terror of the deep. You can listen to Greeking Out two weeks early and ad free on Wondery+! What's tha…

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Unveiling Venus: Stephen Kane Reveals Secrets and Mysteries of this Shrouded World 35:02

20d ago35:02

35:02

What do we know about Venus? What do we not know? Stephen Kane, planetary astrophysicist at UC Riverside, joins us to uncover the science and unanswered questions about Venus. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecosmiccompanion.substack.com/subscribe…

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S10E7 - Ethiopian and Out with the Snake King 20:19

21d ago20:19

20:19

Oh Muses! Snake kings and werecreatures await in the Ancient civilization of Aksum - modern day Ethiopia and Eritrea. In this episode we encounter common poisonous flowers, distractable birds, trade routes, early hominid skeletons, and an ancient empire. You can listen to Greeking Out two weeks early and ad free on Wondery+! What's that? You want a…

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S10E6 - Troy Story: Orestes LIVES 20:18

28d ago20:18

20:18

Oh Muses! The royal family of Mycenae works on their coping skills in this episode. We encounter intergenerational trauma, three-to-four murders, two attempted murders, and heists! You can listen to Greeking Out two weeks early and ad free on Wondery+! What's that? You want another book? Okay!: https://bit.ly/grkoutbk2…

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The Science and History of The Wizard and The Scholar 9:16

1M ago9:16

9:16

Looking at the science and history behind The Wizard and The Scholar (or, a Rapscallion Runs Amok in Rye), a New Tale of Robin Hood! This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecosmiccompanion.substack.com/subscribeBy The Cosmic Companion

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S10E5 - Troy Story: Iphigenia LIVES 18:33

1M ago18:33

18:33

Oh Muses! We revisit the aftermath of the Trojan War, In this episode we encounter siblings, human sacrifice, an excessive amount of revenge murder, an Achilles cameo, and two-part episodes. You can listen to Greeking Out two weeks early and ad free on Wondery+! What's that? You want another book? Okay!: https://bit.ly/grkoutbk2…

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S10E4 - Roman Around with Gladiators 27:46

1M ago27:46

27:46

Oh Muses! We travel to the Roman Empire to discuss real life gladiators. In this episode we encounter old-school graffiti, historical facts, enslaved people, volcanic eruptions, self unaliving, unalivng other people willy nilly, talk of animal cruelty, Geneva conventions, and cosplaying emperors. This one’s a bit gnarly, folks, so listen with cauti…

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S10E3 - Tao-ing Our Best: The Legend of the White Snake Pt 2 22:59

2M ago22:59

22:59

Oh Muses! We continue the Legend of the White Snake. We encounter the dangers of pregnancy, an epic magic battle, tricky bowls, and a standardized test. You can listen to Greeking Out two weeks early and ad free on Wondery+! What's that? You want another book? Okay!: https://bit.ly/grkoutbk2By National Geographic Kids

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S10E2 - Tao-ing Our Best: The Legend of the White Snake Pt 1 23:26

2M ago23:26

23:26

Oh Muses! We return to Chinese mythology to hear about more snakes. We encounter snakes pretending to be people, potion drinking, a violent crane, and mountains where mortals can’t go. You can listen to Greeking Out two weeks early and ad free on Wondery+! What's that? You want another book? Okay!: https://bit.ly/grkoutbk2…

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Shadow Puppets: Release Date for The Wizard and The Scholar 0:43

2M ago0:43

0:43

Set in the year 1156, our upcoming feature film, The Wizard and The Scholar (or, a Rapscallion Runs Amok in Rye) now has a planned release date! AND it will be in theaters! This story is led by two amazing women - Elara, a wizard without power, and Adelaide, a nomadic scholar on the search for truth in all things. Faced with a brutal murder in the …

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Pondering the Nature of Intelligence on Earth and Beyond w/ Octopus Whisperer Sy Montgomery 33:13

2M ago33:13

33:13

Today on The Cosmic Companion, we're diving deep into the wild world of intelligence - from curious creatures beneath the waves to the endless expanse of space. Later in the show, we will be talking with octopus whisperer Sy Montgomery. [OCTOPUS: What? What? Speak up! Stop whispering!] Now, you probably think I'm about to start talking about animal…

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S10E1 - Apollo is Grounded 21:45

2M ago21:45

21:45

Oh Muses! Apollo faces consequences, but makes the best of it. In this episode we encounter immortals getting grounded, killing people who don’t deserve it, trying to change fate, strange idioms, and fighting death himself. You can listen to Greeking Out two weeks early and ad free on Wondery+! We have another book! You can pre-order here: https://…

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Healing Words for Our Planet w/ Ann E. Burg, Force of Nature 26:22

2M ago26:22

26:22

Welcome back to The Cosmic Companion. I’m James G. Maynard — science show host, terrible actor, worse puppeteer, and proud resident of this planet Earth. For our Earth Day 2024 episode, we’ll be exploring how fiction and storytelling have inspired environmental movements throughout history. Later in the show, we will be joined by Ann E. Burg, talki…

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Solar Eclipse 2024: Eclipse Viewing Guide 8:35

3M ago8:35

8:35

This week, we are providing you with a viewing guide to the solar eclipse happening over much of North America on Monday 8th April. Sit back and enjoy. Take notes. There will be a test later. Maybe. naw, it’s only a quiz. Get ready for an incredible celestial event on 8th April — a solar eclipse! As the moon lines up perfectly between the Earth and…

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Trailer - Season 10 2:41

3M ago2:41

2:41

Mark your calendars! April 26th is the day Greeking Out Season 10 comes to your earbones! Two weeks early on Wondery Kids Plus! What's that? You want another book? Okay: https://bit.ly/grkoutbk2By National Geographic Kids

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Why We Travel - with Ash Bhardwaj and Pip Stewart 32:57

3M ago32:57

32:57

We’re back! In this episode we discuss travel writing ahead of Ash’s debut book, Why We Travel. We discuss motivations for travel - why it matters, how we can do it better and if it can it help us to live more fulfilling lives… This episode, discover: What Pip and Ash have been up to since they last recorded. What are motivations for travel - and w…

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We're coming back! 1:09

3M ago1:09

1:09

We’re coming back! The podcast is all about travel, why it matters, how we can do it better and if it can help us live more fulfilling lives. We really value your input so do let us know what you’d like to see in season two. If you’ve got any suggestions of topics or people you’d like to hear interviewed. Drop us a line on Instagram @AshBhardwaj an…

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Solar Eclipse 2024: Predicting Eclipses with Stephen Wolfram 1:07:58

3M ago1:07:58

1:07:58

Welcome back to The Cosmic Companion. I’m James G. Maynard. This week, we take the first of two looks at the upcoming solar eclipse coming on 8 April. Later in the show, we will be talking with noted physicist, mathematician, and developer Stephen Wolfram about his new book, Predicting the Eclipse. From ancient fears and superstitions to modern-day…

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Jaws, Claws, Life, and Death w/ Jennifer Szymanski, Nat Geo Kids 6:35

5M ago6:35

6:35

Hello Everyone! Welcome back to The Cosmic Companion. This week, we’re talking about Jaws, Claws, Life and Death, and what they can teach us about staying alive in space! In a little bit, we’re going to be talking with Jennifer Szymanski from Nat Geo Kids about their new book, Deadliest Animals on the Planet. But first, the boring bit of the show w…

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00 – Prefatory Note 3:39

6M ago3:39

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01 – The Arizona Desert 36:10

6M ago36:10

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02 – The Range 34:01

6M ago34:01

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03 – The Last Herd 27:47

6M ago27:47

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04 – The Trail 32:45

6M ago32:45

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05 – Oak Spring 13:10

6M ago13:10

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06 – The White Mustang 18:18

6M ago18:18

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07 – Snake Gulch 24:16

6M ago24:16

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08 – Naza! Naza! Naza! 15:28

6M ago15:28

15:28

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09 – The Land of the Musk-Ox 20:39

6M ago20:39

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10 – Success and Failure 30:54

6M ago30:54

30:54

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S9E10 - Selene and Endymion 15:46

6M ago15:46

15:46

Oh Muses! Help us tell the tale of a mortal who fell in love with a moon goddess. We encounter having fifty daughters, the ramifications of immortality, getting your affairs in order, Zeus’ jealousy, and eternal sleep. --- You can listen to Greeking Out early and ad free on Wondery+! Parents! We have another book! It’s every bit as hilarious, harro…