Wild and Kind Kids Podcast

Wild and Kind Kids
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  • STORIES FOR KIDS

Wild and Kind Kids is a podcast for families who love animals:  the furry, feathery, scaly, and wiggly ones! Each episode invites kids (and their grown-ups) to get curious about how creatures big and small live, play, and help our planet. Hosted by a mom and her two curious kids, it’s part storytelling, part sound adventure, and all about growing a wilder, kinder world — one animal at a time.

  1. The Sea Otter

    APR 1

    The Sea Otter

    Among the waving eelgrass and shifting waters of Elkhorn Slough in California floats one very happy sea otter named Mixy. Mixy has the perfect collection of treasures tucked into her pocket: a just-right rock, a smiling shell, even an extra snack. But when another otter swims close and asks to borrow something, Mixy isn’t so sure. After all, it’s her perfect tool.  Soon, she discovers that the perfect tool isn’t just for helping yourself; it might be even more powerful when it’s shared. Join Carie, Lincoln, and Eliza as they dive into the playful, splashy world of sea otters, where tools, teamwork, and tiny pockets make a big difference. Kids will discover: How sea otters use tools (yes—real tools!)What makes sea otter fur the thickest in the animal kingdomHow sea otters are made for a life in the waterWhy sea otters are a keystone species in their ecosystemKeep exploring: Download a sea otter coloring sheet Follow us on Instagram @wildandkindkidspodShow us your coloring sheet or request an animal: wildandkindkidspod@gmail.comSign up for email updatesLearn along with us and explore some of the resources we consulted: The Sea Otter (National Geographic Kids) Sea Otter (Monterey Bay Aquarium) 10 facts you otter know about sea otters (WWF) Watch: Sea otters have pockets (Oceana)

    23 min
  2. The Leopard Seal

    MAR 25

    The Leopard Seal

    In the icy waters of Antarctica, it’s not easy being Jeremy the leopard seal. In fact, it’s downright lonely. With his long, sleek body, lightning-fast swimming, and a mouth full of sharp teeth, Jeremy is one of the ocean’s fiercest predators. But today, he has a special mission: to make a friend. Unfortunately, everywhere he goes, animals scatter in fear. It seems no one can look past his teeth to see the lonely creature behind them … until one small, unexpected friend sees something different. Join Carie, Lincoln, and Eliza as they explore the fast, fierce, and fascinating world of one of Antarctica’s top predators: the leopard seal. Kids will discover: What it means to be an apex predatorHow leopard seals are built for speed and surpriseWhy blubber is important for animals in icy environmentsHow curiosity shows up in the animal worldKeep exploring: Download a leopard seal coloring sheet Follow us on Instagram @wildandkindkidspodShow us your coloring sheet or request an animal: wildandkindkidspod@gmail.comSign up for email updatesLearn along with us and explore some of the resources we consulted: Leopard Seal (National Geographic) Rockabye Baby: The Love Songs of Lonely Leopard Seals Resemble Human Nursery Rhymes (The Conversation) Leopard Seals - Hydrurga leptonx (Cool Antarctica) How a Leopard Seal Fed Me Penguins (National Geographic)Quick note: An earlier version of this episode had the wrong seal (oops!) in the image. The artwork has now been updated but may take 24 hours to show in your feed. We've got the right one on our Instagram account. 🦭

    20 min
  3. The Bumblebee Bat

    MAR 18

    The Bumblebee Bat

    Deep inside a limestone cave in Southeast Asia lives a bat so tiny it could almost sit on your fingertip. Her name is Twinkle. Twinkle is a bumblebee bat and tonight she’s ready for her very first big adventure outside the cave. But the night is enormous, the forest is full of strange sounds, and Twinkle soon discovers that being brave doesn’t mean you never feel scared. As Twinkle flies through the dark, she meets glowing fireflies, a booming frog, and a silent owl … and learns that every creature has its own way of navigating the night. Join Carie, Lincoln, and Eliza as they explore the fascinating world of the bumblebee bat, one of the smallest mammals on Earth. Kids will discover: How bats use echolocation to “see with sound” in the darkHow the bumblebee bat earned its name How bats help keep insect populations under control and why protecting dark skies helps bats surviveKeep exploring: Download a bumblebee bat coloring sheet Follow us on Instagram @wildandkindkidspodShow us your coloring sheet or request an animal: wildandkindkidspod@gmail.comSign up for email updatesLearn along with us and explore some of the resources we consulted: Bumblebee Bat (Bat Conservation International)Bumblebee Bat (iNaturalist)

    19 min
  4. The Rattlesnake

    MAR 11

    The Rattlesnake

    In the hot, dusty Sonoran Desert, a young rattlesnake named Dusty has just gotten something exciting… his very first rattle. Dusty thinks his new rattle is amazing. So amazing, in fact, that he rattles at everything. Butterflies. Pebbles. Shadows. Even his own tail. RATTLE RATTLE RATTLE. But when Dusty rattles all the time, the other desert animals stop paying attention. And one day, when a real danger appears, Dusty learns something important: warnings only work when they’re used for moments that truly matter. Join Carie, Lincoln, and Eliza as they explore the fascinating world of rattlesnakes, one of North America’s most misunderstood reptiles. Kids will discover: How rattlesnakes sense heat in the dark to find preyWhy rattlesnakes have a rattle and how it helps protect themWhat a defense mechanism is and how animals use them to stay safeKeep exploring: Download a rattlesnake coloring sheet Follow us on Instagram @wildandkindkidspodShow us your coloring sheet or request an animal: wildandkindkidspod@gmail.comSign up for email updatesLearn along with us and explore some of the resources we consulted: The Rattlesnake (National Geographic Kids) Rattlesnake (San Diego Zoo)

    18 min
  5. The Cheetah

    MAR 4

    The Cheetah

    In the golden grasslands of Africa, a young cheetah named Zuri is trying very hard to become something she’s not. A lion.  Her best friend Hugo the lion is strong. Really strong. He can roar, wrestle, and shove logs with his giant paws. Zuri tries everything to be strong like him … but nothing seems to work. Until one surprising moment reveals something important: Zuri doesn’t need to be strong like a lion, because cheetahs have superpowers of their own. Join Carie, Lincoln, and Eliza as they explore the speedy, spotted, super-powered world of the fastest land animal on Earth: the cheetah. Kids will discover: • Why cheetahs are the fastest land animals on Earth • How their bodies are specially built for speed • What an adaptation is and how it helps animals survive • Why different animals are specialized for different jobs in nature Keep exploring: Download a cheetah coloring sheetFollow us on Instagram @wildandkindkidspodShow us your coloring sheet or request an animal: wildandkindkidspod@gmail.comSign up for email updatesLearn along with us and explore some of the resources we consulted: 10 top cheetah facts! (National Geographic Kids) Cheetah facts for kids (Cheetah Conservation Fund) Cheetah fast facts (Cheetah Kids)

    17 min
  6. The Hellbender

    FEB 25

    The Hellbender

    Deep in a cool Appalachian river, two hellbender siblings named Moss and Pebble are convinced they’ve found the BEST rock in the whole river. It has everything: a mud slide, a pebble garden, and the perfect crayfish trap. So when their parents say it’s time to move downstream, the siblings protest in every dramatic way they can. But as the water warms, the bugs disappear, and silt begins to settle, Moss and Pebble start to notice something important: sometimes animals move first because they can feel changes others can’t. Through humor, curiosity, and a big “aha” moment, Moss and Pebble discover how one small choice can help an entire ecosystem. Join Carie, Lincoln, and Eliza as they explore the weird, wrinkly, wonderful world of the hellbender, one of North America’s most surprising underwater creatures. Kids will discover: Why hellbenders are sometimes called “snot otters”How these giant salamanders breathe through their skinWhat it means to be a bioindicator Keep exploring: Download a hellbender coloring sheetFollow us on Instagram @wildandkindkidspodShow us your coloring sheet or request an animal: wildandkindkidspod@gmail.comSign up for email updatesLearn along with us and explore some of the resources we consulted: Hellbender (The National Zoo) 12 Facts about Hellbender Salamanders (PBS News) Hellbenders: Fantastic Beasts (US Fish & Wildlife Service)

    14 min
  7. The Bearded Dragon

    FEB 18

    The Bearded Dragon

    In a sandy, sun-baked desert in Australia, a friendly bearded dragon named Ziggy just wants to make friends. But every time he lifts his arm to say hello, the other animals scatter. Follow along as Ziggy discovers that different animals communicate in different ways and that kindness sometimes means learning someone else’s language. In this episode, Carie, Lincoln, and Eliza explore the world of bearded dragons with fun facts and an original, kid-friendly story.   Kids will discover: What’s behind that “bearded” name How bearded dragons communicate The unique way that bearded dragons stay hydrated in the desert Keep exploring: Download a bearded dragon coloring sheetFollow us on Instagram @wildandkindkidspodShow us your coloring sheet or request an animal: wildandkindkidspod@gmail.comSign up for email updatesLearn along with us and explore some of the resources we consulted: Bearded Dragons: Facts and photos (National Geographic) Central Bearded Dragon (Cosley Zoo) Bearded Dragon (Elmwood Park Zoo)

    18 min
  8. The Seahorse

    FEB 11

    The Seahorse

    In a warm seagrass meadow near the Philippines, a small seahorse named Mina is determined to be the fastest swimmer in the ocean. There’s just one problem … seahorses are some of the slowest swimmers around. When the water shifts and Mina must rely on her unique strengths, she discovers the power of trusting herself and learns that steady can be strong. Join Carie, Lincoln, and Eliza as they drift, wiggle, and learn about seahorses in this story-driven episode grounded in real animal science and big-hearted lessons about confidence, identity, and caring for the ocean.  Kids will discover: ·       Why seahorses swim upright and move so slowly ·       What a prehensile tail is and how it helps them hold on ·       How seahorse parents care for their babies  ·       How seahorses camouflage to stay safe ·       Why they need healthy seagrass habitats Keep exploring: ·       Download a seahorse coloring sheet ·       Follow us on Instagram @wildandkindkidspod ·       Show us your coloring sheet or request an animal: wildandkindkidspod@gmail.com ·       Sign up for email updates Learn along with us and explore some of the resources we consulted: ·       Seahorse facts! (National Geographic Kids)  ·       10 fun seahorse facts to discover (Sea Life London Aquarium)  ·       This heartbreaking photo reveals a troubling reality (National Geographic)

    16 min
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4.9
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11 Ratings

About

Wild and Kind Kids is a podcast for families who love animals:  the furry, feathery, scaly, and wiggly ones! Each episode invites kids (and their grown-ups) to get curious about how creatures big and small live, play, and help our planet. Hosted by a mom and her two curious kids, it’s part storytelling, part sound adventure, and all about growing a wilder, kinder world — one animal at a time.

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  • Creator
    Wild and Kind Kids
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Wild and Kind Kids Podcast
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    Wild and Kind Kids Podcast

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