40 Best Family Podcasts
Family Podcasts
Here are 40 Best Family Podcasts worth listening to in 2024
1. Wow in the World
The #1 science podcast for kids and their grown-ups. Hosts Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz share stories about the latest news in science, technology, and innovation. Stories that give kids hope, agency and make us all say 'WOW'!New episodes come out every Monday for free. Listen 1-week early and to all episodes ad-free with Wondery , Wondery Kids on Apple Podcasts, or Amazon Music with a Prime membership or Amazon Music Unlimited subscription.
Podcast wondery.com
Hosts Mindy Thomas, Guy Raz
Producer/Network Tinkercast | Wondery
Email ****@tinkercast.com
Apple Rating 4.6 / 5Facebook Followers 18.5KTwitter Followers 6.6KInstagram Followers 18K Frequency 1 episode/day Avg Length 20 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact Get Influential Podcasters ContactsGet access to 100k active Podcasters, Influencers in 1500 niche categories.Get targeted media contact list in your niche at your fingertips so you can focus on running your campaign.Email us the categories of Podcasters you want to reach out for your marketing campaign at anuj@feedspot.com . We'll share active Podcasters list with verified email contacts in an Excel or CSV format.Email us
2. Smash Boom Best
Smash Boom Best is a funny, smart debate show for kids and families from the makers of the award-winning podcast, Brains On! from APM Studios
Podcast podcasts.apple.com
Producer/Network American Public Media
Email ****@americanpublicmedia.org
Apple Rating 4.6 / 5Facebook Followers 2.7KTwitter Followers 1.1KInstagram Followers 2.3K Frequency 2 episodes/month Avg Length 26 min Listen on Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact
3. Stories Podcast
On the Stories Podcast, we perform a new story for your children every week. The stories range from retellings of fairy tales like Snow White to classic stories like Peter Rabbit and even completely original works. The perfect kids podcast for imaginative families.
Podcast storiespodcast.com
Producer/Network Starglow Media / Wondery
Email ****@storiespodcast.com
Apple Rating 4.3 / 5Facebook Followers 2.2KTwitter Followers 1.7KInstagram Followers 4.9K Frequency 2 episodes/week Avg Length 29 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact
4. Story Pirates
The award-winning Story Pirates Podcast takes stories written by kids and turns them into sketch comedy and songs. Made up of talented comedians, songwriters, and frequent celebrity guests, the Story Pirates inspire kids to create, bringing laughter to kids and grownups of all ages with hilarious sketches, catchy original songs from all genres, and interviews with the creative geniuses behind the stories… kids!
Podcast cms.megaphone.fm
Hosts Katie Kerins, Lee Overtree, Rebecca Sheir, Eric Shimelonis
Producer/Network Story Pirates
Email ****@storypirates.org
Apple Rating 4.5 / 5Facebook Followers 13.2KTwitter Followers 7.9KInstagram Followers 18.7K Frequency 1 episode/week Avg Length 30 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact
5. Creating a Family
In this podcast they take interviews of leading experts on infertility and adoption each week to bring you unbiased accurate information on all aspects of adoption and infertility.
Podcast creatingafamily.org
Producer/Network Creating a Family
Email ****@creatingafamily.org
Apple Rating 4.7 / 5Facebook Followers 8.9KTwitter Followers 6.5KInstagram Followers 3.1K Frequency 2 episodes/week Avg Length 32 min Since Oct 2007 Listen on Apple Spotify Video Podcast YouTube
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6. Brains On! Science podcast for kids
Brains On! is a science podcast for curious kids and adults from American Public Media. Each week, a different kid co-host joins Molly Bloom to find answers to fascinating questions about the world sent in by listeners. Like, do dogs know they're dogs? Or, why do feet stink? Plus, we have mystery sounds for you to guess, songs for you to dance to, and lots of facts - all checked by experts.
Podcast brainson.org
Producer/Network American Public Media
Email ****@americanpublicmedia.org
Apple Rating 4.5 / 5Facebook Followers 24.5KTwitter Followers 6.2KInstagram Followers 10.5K Frequency 2 episodes/month Avg Length 23 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact
7. Circle Round
Created and produced by parents of young children, WBUR's Circle Round adapts carefully-selected folktales from around the world into sound- and music-rich radio plays for kids ages 3-103. Each 15 to 25-minute episode explores important issues like kindness, persistence and generosity. And each episode ends with an activity that inspires a deeper conversation between children and grown-ups.
Podcast wbur.org
Producer/Network WBUR
Email ****@wbur.org
Apple Rating 4.5 / 5Facebook Followers 3.7KTwitter Followers 1.6KInstagram Followers 37.4K Frequency 1 episode/week Avg Length 25 min Since Jun 2017 Listen on Apple Spotify Video Podcast YouTube
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8. What If World - Stories for Kids
What if a dragon lived in my closet? What if there were a never-ending bowl of ice cream? Pirates, fairies, wizards, robots and many more friends help Mr. Eric tell stories inspired by kids' questions. What If World's progressive stories will keep kids laughing while fostering curiosity, imagination, and resilience.Listen Ad-Free: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatifworld/subscribeCall-in a what if question to 205-605-WHAT or email whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com!
Podcast podcasters.spotify.com
Producer/Network Starglow Media
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.5 / 5Facebook Followers 1.3KTwitter Followers 836Instagram Followers 1.2K Frequency 3 episodes/month Avg Length 27 min Since Sep 2016 Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact
9. The Messy Family Podcast
Michael and Alicia Hernon share their experiences, observations, and encouragements to other parents who are trying to live as Catholics and raise their kids without losing their minds.
Podcast messyfamilyproject.org
Host Michael Hernon
Producer/Network Mike and Alicia Hernon : Catholic Marriage Parent and Family
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.9 / 5Twitter Followers 468Instagram Followers 4.6K Frequency 1 episode/week Avg Length 60 min Since Jan 2015 Listen on Apple Spotify Video Podcast YouTube
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10. Focus on Parenting Podcast
The Focus Parenting Podcast provides helpful tips for moms and dads on how to be a better parent each day to help raise kids on the right path.
Podcast podcasts.focusonthefamily.com
Host Danny Huerta
Producer/Network Focus on the Family
Email ****@focusonthefamily.com
Apple Rating 4.4 / 5Facebook Followers 2.9MTwitter Followers 109.9KInstagram Followers 519K Frequency 1 episode/week Avg Length 11 min Since Feb 2012 Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact
11. The Family Business Podcast By Russ Haworth
The Family Business Podcast is your virtual Chief Learning Officer, bringing you insights and expertise to help you and your family business to thrive. Hosted by Family Business Adviser, Russ Haworth ACFBA.
Podcast open.spotify.com
Producer/Network Russ Haworth
Email ****@familybusinesspartnership.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 146Twitter Followers 1.6KInstagram Followers 235 Frequency 2 episodes/month Avg Length 51 min Since Jul 2017 Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact
12. Faith & Family Radio with Steve Wood
Welcome to Faith & Family hosted by Steve Wood. It is a 30-minute format, perfect for busy dads, moms, and working adults.
Podcast faithfamilyradio.podbean.com
Producer/Network Steve Wood
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 66 Frequency 1 episode/week Avg Length 22 min Listen on Apple Spotify Play Get Email Contact
13. Good Inside with Dr. Becky
Join clinical psychologist and mom of three Dr. Becky Kennedy on her weekly podcast, as she takes on tough parenting questions and delivers actionable guidance all in short episodes because we know time is hard to find as a parent. Her breakthrough approach has enabled thousands of people to get more comfortable in discomfort, make repairs after mistakes, and always see the good inside.
Podcast goodinside.com
Host Dr. Becky Kennedy
Producer/Network Dr. Becky Kennedy
Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.8 / 5Facebook Followers 167.6KTwitter Followers 10.2KInstagram Followers 3M Frequency 1 episode/week Avg Length 33 min Listen on Apple Spotify Video Podcast YouTube
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14. Short & Curly
A fast-paced fun-filled ethics podcast for kids and their parents that asks those curly questions. From banning lollies to trusting robots, and from colonising other planets to eating pets, Short & Curly covers it all.
Podcast abc.net.au
Producer/Network ABC listen
Email ****@your.abc.net.au
Apple Rating 4.6 / 5Facebook Followers 924.2KTwitter Followers 137.5KInstagram Followers 393.8K Frequency 5 episodes/quarter Avg Length 18 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact
15. But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids
But Why is a show led by you, kids! You ask the questions and we find the answers. It's a big interesting world out there. On But Why, we tackle topics large and small, about nature, words, even the end of the world.
Podcast vermontpublic.org
Host Jessica Ware
Producer/Network Vermont Public
Email ****@butwhykids.org
Apple Rating 4.3 / 5Facebook Followers 5.4KTwitter Followers 2.3K Frequency 2 episodes/month Avg Length 26 min Since Apr 2016 Listen on Apple Spotify Video Podcast YouTube
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16. Tumble Science Podcast for Kids
A Common Sense Selection! Exploring stories of scientific discovery. Tumble is a science podcast created to be enjoyed by the entire family. Hosted & produced by Lindsay Patterson (science journalist) & Marshall Escamilla (teacher).
Podcast sciencepodcastforkids.com
Producer/Network Tumble Media
Email ****@tumblepodcast.com
Apple Rating 4.3 / 5Facebook Followers 3.1KTwitter Followers 2.3KInstagram Followers 2.1K Frequency 2 episodes/month Avg Length 23 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact
17. Illinois Family Spotlight
The Illinois Family Spotlight highlights specific cultural or political issues which our listeners need to be aware of. Our discussions are informed by a biblical worldview that helps expose the lies and distortions promulgated within secular culture. We interview policy experts and scholars whose knowledge and insights help listeners form a wiser worldview.
Podcast illinoisfamilyaction.org
Producer/Network Unknown
Email ****@ifiaction.org
Apple Rating 4.4 / 5Facebook Followers 18KTwitter Followers 1.2KInstagram Followers 619 Frequency 1 episode/week Avg Length 31 min Since Aug 2016 Listen on Apple YouTube Play Get Email Contact
18. Storynory
Storynory brings you audio stories for the family, beautifully read, and with a touch of sophistication. We find traditional stories from all over the world and create our own characters including Katie the Witch, and Astropup the space travelling hound. We also give you songs, educational interviews, and a sprinkling of ancient history.
Podcast storynory.com
Producer/Network Storynory
Email ****@storynory.com
Apple Rating 4.2 / 5Facebook Followers 8.6KTwitter Followers 2.4KInstagram Followers 1.6K Frequency 2 episodes/month Avg Length 14 min Listen on Apple Spotify Video Podcast YouTube
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19. The Past and The Curious
A History Podcast for Kids! Parents love us, Teachers love us, and most importantly, kids do too!History can be amazing, inspiring and relevant to anyone. We love to share the stories of Spies, funny foods, George Washington's foibles, early advancements in cartooning and ballooning and much more!
Podcast thepastandthecurious.com
Host Mick Sullivan
Producer/Network Mick Sullivan
Email ****@thepastandthecurious.com
Apple Rating 4.6 / 5Facebook Followers 924Twitter Followers 1.4K Frequency 1 episode/month Avg Length 34 min Since Oct 2016 Listen on Apple Spotify Video Podcast YouTube
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20. Meriwether & Tharp
This podcast was created by Meriwether and TharpIn. Here you can learn about divorce and family law. They are a Georgia headquartered law firm focusing on divorce and family law matters.
Podcast mtlawoffice.com
Producer/Network Leh Meriwether & Todd Orston, Divorce Lawyers who hate divorce
Email ****@mtlawoffice.com
Apple Rating 4.8 / 5Facebook Followers 756 Frequency 27 episodes/year Avg Length 44 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact
21. Oneplace.com » Family Talk
Family Talk is a Christian non-profit organization located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Founded in 2010 by Dr. James Dobson, the ministry promotes and teaches biblical principles that support marriage, family, and child-development. Since its inception, Family Talk has served millions of families with broadcasts, monthly newsletters, feature articles, videos, blogs, books and other resources available on demand via its website, mobile apps, and social media platforms.
Podcast oneplace.com
Host Dr. James Dobson
Producer/Network Dr. James Dobson
Email ****@drjamesdobson.org
Facebook Followers 6.6MTwitter Followers 26.3KInstagram Followers 121.7K Frequency 1 episode/day Avg Length 26 min Since Jan 2020 Listen on Apple Video Podcast YouTube
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22. Dream Big Podcast
The Dream Big Podcast is a family-friendly podcast inspiring kids and adults to pursue their passions in life and take action to make their dreams a reality.
Podcast dreambigpodcast.com
Producer/Network Eva, Sophia and Olga Karpman
Email ****@dreambigpodcast.com
Apple Rating 4.1 / 5Facebook Followers 551Twitter Followers 172Instagram Followers 5.7K Frequency 1 episode/week Avg Length 21 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact
23. NC Family's Family Policy Matters
Family Policy Matters is a weekly podcast and radio show produced by the North Carolina Family Policy Council. Each week, our host, Traci DeVette Griggs, welcomes leaders from across the state and nation to discuss topics related to faith, family, and life in North Carolina.
Podcast ncfamily.org
Producer/Network North Carolina Family Policy Council Weekly Podcast
Email ****@ncfamily.org
Apple Rating 3.5 / 5Facebook Followers 8.4KTwitter Followers 1.4KInstagram Followers 1.2K Frequency 1 episode/week Avg Length 16 min Since Jan 2014 Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact
24. LifeMinute Podcast
LifeMinute Podcast is your guide to easy living. From home decorating, to holiday entertaining, cooking, cleaning, travel tips, personal finance, going green, and more.
Podcast podtail.com
Producer/Network LifeMinuteTV
Email ****@lifeminute.tv
Apple Rating 3.2 / 5Facebook Followers 2KTwitter Followers 615 Frequency 1 episode/week Avg Length 3 min Listen on Apple YouTube Play Get Email Contact
25. FamilyLife Today with Dennis Rainey
Welcome to FamilyLife Today with Dennis Rainey. It is a donor-supported, non-profit organization which provides help and hope for marriages and families.
Podcast familylife.com
Producer/Network FamilyLife Network
Email ****@familylife.com
Facebook Followers 479.7KTwitter Followers 22.5KInstagram Followers 58.3K Frequency 2 episodes/day Avg Length 12 min Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact
26. The Holderness Family Podcast
Welcome to the Holderness Family Podcast. This podcast share the real-life ups and downs of living together, working together, raising kids together, in what we hope is a funny and entertaining way.
Podcast shows.acast.com
Producer/Network The Holderness Family
Email ****@visitthegreenroom.com
Facebook Followers 4.6MTwitter Followers 23.9K Frequency 1 episode/day Avg Length 41 min Since May 2018 Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact
27. The Radio Adventures
This family friendly new twist on 'old time radio' features the adventures and exploits of the World's Most Brilliant Scientist, Dr. Floyd! Join Dr. Floyd as he tries to thwart the plans of his evil arch nemesis, Dr. Steve, all the while learning about the people and events that shaped the history of the Earth.
Podcast drfloyd.libsyn.com
Hosts Doctor Floyd, Dr. Floyd
Producer/Network Saturday Morning Media
Email ****@doctorfloyd.com
Apple Rating 4.5 / 5Facebook Followers 209Twitter Followers 391 Frequency 17 episodes/year Avg Length 11 min Since Jul 2004 Listen on Apple Spotify Video Podcast YouTube
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28. Family Worship Center
The FWC Florence podcast is your quick, easy and free way to hear the latest sermons from Family Worship Center and Pastor Steve McCartt. FWC is an exciting, energetic church for all ages and cultures with locations in Florence, Georgetown and Columbia, SC.
Podcast podcasters.spotify.com
Producer/Network Pastor Steve McCartt
Email ****@fwcchurches.com
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 3.2KTwitter Followers 305 Since Apr 2015 Listen on Apple Spotify YouTube Play Get Email Contact
29. TED Talks Kids and Family
Ideas worth inspiring related to kids and family. Fun videos to inspire, intrigue and stir your imagination from some of the world's leading thinkers and doers onstage at the TED conference, TEDx events and partner events around the world in this TED Talks Kids and Family podcast.
Podcast ted.com
Producer/Network TED
Email ****@ted.com
Apple Rating 3.9 / 5Facebook Followers 13.7MTwitter Followers 11.1M Since May 2012 Listen on Apple YouTube Get Email Contact
30. Mission-Minded Families with Ann Dunagan
Be Encouraged as a Christian mom in prayer, passion, perspective, parenting, priorities, progress, purpose with Ann Dunagan
Podcast missionminded.libsyn.com
Host Ann Dunagan
Producer/Network Harvest Ministry
Email ****@missionmindedfamilies.org
Apple Rating 5 / 5Facebook Followers 2KTwitter Followers 3K Frequency 1 episode/year Avg Length 30 min Since Sep 2017 Listen on Apple YouTube Play Get Email Contact
Family Podcasters
Podcaster Name | Role | Podcast Link | Total Episodes | Twitter Handle | Twitter Followers | |
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Mindy Thomas | Host | wondery.com/shows/wow-in-the-world | 92 | @absolutelymindy | 4K | |
Guy Raz | Host | wondery.com/shows/wow-in-the-world | 92 | @guyraz | 85.2K | |
Katie Kerins | Host | cms.megaphone.fm/channel/storypirates | 148 | |||
Lee Overtree | Host, Creative Director | cms.megaphone.fm/channel/storypirates | 148 | |||
Rebecca Sheir | Host | cms.megaphone.fm/channel/storypirates | 148 | |||
Eric Shimelonis | Host | cms.megaphone.fm/channel/storypirates | 148 | |||
Michael Hernon | Host | messyfamilyproject.org/podcasts | 1 | @mhernon | 476 | |
Danny Huerta | Host | podcasts.focusonthefamily.com/show/focus-on-parenting-podcast | 61 | |||
Dr. Becky Kennedy | Host | goodinside.com/podcast/all | 30 | |||
Jessica Ware | Host | vermontpublic.org/podcast/but-why-a-podcast-for-curious-kids | 17 | |||
Mick Sullivan | Host | thepastandthecurious.com | 10 | |||
Dr. James Dobson | Host | oneplace.com/ministries/family-talk | 158 | @drjamescdobson | 58.1K | |
Doctor Floyd | Host | drfloyd.libsyn.com | 1 | |||
Dr. Floyd | Host | drfloyd.libsyn.com | 1 | @drfloyd | ||
Ann Dunagan | Host | missionminded.libsyn.com | @anndunagan | 3K | ||
Rich Kraetsch | Co Host | podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/all90spodcast | @richkraetsch | 1.2K | ||
Michelle Burkey | Co Host | podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/all90spodcast | @burkeym | 73 | ||
Pastor Mike Cameneti | Host | podcasts.com/faith-family-church-audio-podcast | @pastormcameneti | 7.6K | ||
Steve Rimmer | Host | podtail.com/en/podcast/steve-rimmer | 24 | |||
Brandie Weikle | Host | thenewfamily.com/category/podcasts | @bweikle | 9.9K | ||
Ron Deal | familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today | 104 | @familylifetoday | 22.5K | ||
American Public Media | brainson.org/episodes | 91 | @brains_on | 6.2K | ||
The Holderness Family | shows.acast.com/618c3caaa322d1001350082c | 88 | @kimdholderness | 23.9K | ||
Dave and Ann Wilson | familylife.com/podcast/familylife-today | 72 | @familylifetoday | 22.5K | ||
lifeminute.tv | podtail.com/en/podcast/lifeminute-podcast-kids-and-family | 53 | @lifeminute | 615 |