NowThis Kids
NowThis Kids is an original podcast by NowThis that spotlights uplifting news and important issues for families. Each episode is dedicated to exploring the world around us and helping people quench their curiosity. Through positive news stories of courageous folks, we unpack the complex news cycle and give families the tools to talk with each other about the stories that matter most today. Look out for new episodes every Wednesday, hosted by activist Naomi Wadler and NowThis contributor Luria Freeman.
Episodes
June 21, 2021 • 8 mins
Does brushing your teeth feel like a chore? This week, we dive into why practicing good hygiene, like brushing your teeth, is key to protecting your body and staying healthy!
We talk to Dr. Helen Mo, a pediatric dentist, who helps parents protect their children’s teeth and discuss how to build healthy oral hygiene habits.
To learn more about how we can make oral hygiene fun for kids we speak with pediatric dentist, Dr. Erin Issac...
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June 9, 2021 • 7 mins
Ever had an idea of something cool you wanted to invent but have been too scared to share it? Remember that your ideas matter! This week, we dive into what innovation means and how inventors of all ages have made an impact on our lives.
We talk to Lino Marrero, who talks to us about his past inventions, what he’s working on now, and how he hopes to inspire others to be innovative, too!
Contributor Luria Freeman teaches us what i...
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May 26, 2021 • 6 mins
Ever wonder where all the garbage we create goes? This week, we explore how landfills amass over one hundred million pounds of waste each year and how harmful that can be for our planet.
We talk to Ryan Hickman, who started his own company, Ryan’s Recycling Company, where he works with people in his hometown of Orange County, California to help collect recyclables.
Contributor Luria Freeman teaches us how living sustainably can...
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May 18, 2021 • 11 mins
Since news first broke that COVID was detected in Wuhan, China, the world has seen a rise in attacks against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. This is because there are many people looking to assign blame for the pandemic.
This week, we dig into how harmful this false narrative can be for Asian Americans and how we all need to do our part to stand up against hate.
We talk to Emily Ku and Joyce Y. Lee, authors of the childre...
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March 24, 2021 • 8 mins
At 11 years old, host Naomi Wadler organized a walk-out at her school to take a stand against gun violence. When someone takes a stand for fairness and justice it’s called activism. This week on NowThis Kids, we’re talking about what activism looks like and how we can get involved.
Naomi introduces us to her family and talks to them about raising a young activist and what families can do together to inspire positive social change...
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March 17, 2021 • 7 mins
When you’re enjoying your breakfast, lunch or dinner, do you ever stop and wonder where does your food come from? How does it get around the world? This week on NowThis Kids, host Naomi Wadler is talking about farming and why it’s important that everyone has access to quality, nutritious food.
We speak to Chander Payne who founded Urban Beet, which offers marginalized kids in the community the opportunity to learn all about farmi...
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March 10, 2021 • 10 mins
Art can help us fully grasp some of the more complex topics we've talked about on NowThis Kids – it can be a therapeutic way to process our feelings during tough times, like getting sick. That’s why this week, host Naomi Wadler is talking about the different ways people can support each other while facing illness in their family.
We speak to Matt Gerson and Tracy Councill who founded Tracy’s Kids, an organization that uses art th...
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March 3, 2021 • 8 mins
The more we know about what’s going on in the world, the more we’re able to make it a better place. That’s why this week on NowThis Kids, host Naomi Wadler is talking about journalism and why it’s important to share our stories and listen to the stories of others.
We speak to Jazlyn Guerra, a social media journalist who has interviewed the likes of Lebron James and Alexandria Ocasio Cortez – and she’s also ten years old! We chat ...
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February 24, 2021 • 8 mins
When it comes to climate change, it turns out little things can have a huge impact when it comes to saving the future. That’s why this week on NowThis Kids, host Naomi Wadler is talking about maybe the biggest issue that faces us all: the environment and what we can do to keep it clean and healthy.
We speak to environmental activist Lucy Biggers, who specializes in teaching people the steps we can take in our everyday lives to re...
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February 17, 2021 • 6 mins
This year we could all use a little more support, especially when dealing with loss. This week on NowThis Kids, host Naomi Wadler is talking about loss, ways to come together as a family and help each other during these times.
We speak to author Patrice Karst about her book ‘The Invisible String’ which helps us understand our feelings around loss and that we are always connected to our loved ones no matter where they may be. She ...
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February 10, 2021 • 8 mins
When we mess up, we might feel sad or embarrassed, but these moments are important learning opportunities to help us grow. This week host Naomi Wadler is talking about resiliency: what it is and how we can bounce back after a fall.
We speak to Olympic Hurdler Sarah Wells, who founded the Believe Initiative, an organization dedicated to encouraging young people to achieve their goals. She talks about the barriers she overcame, and...
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February 3, 2021 • 8 mins
Race is something for us all to understand and not to ignore, because no matter how far we’ve come, race and racism still affects everyone. That’s why this week on NowThis Kids, host Naomi Wadler is talking about race and what families can do to fight racism together.
We speak to Caroline Hu Flexer and Naomi O’Brien, who are part of Khan Academy: a non-profit organization that provides students and teachers with free resources to ...
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January 28, 2021 • 7 mins
For people living with disabilities, accessibility and representation can make a huge difference as they look for acceptance. This week on NowThis Kids, we’re talking about people with disabilities who are fighting for their opportunity to be seen.
Host Naomi Wadler chats to Jordan Reeves, co-founder of the Born Just Right organization, about changing attitudes around our physical differences and how the non-profit helps people wi...
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January 20, 2021 • 7 mins
Art can be a way to express our own thoughts and feelings, and understand the feelings of others. As we experience art, we also look to make connections between our own lives. That’s why on this episode of NowThis Kids, host Naomi Wadler is talking all things art appreciation and why representation in art is important.
We speak to Keturah Ariel Nailah Bobo, an illustrator who creates work to encourage and inspire young black gir...
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January 13, 2021 • 9 mins
From the annoying fly buzzing around in your room to the huge blue whale diving deep into the ocean, every living plant, animal and insect plays a massive role in making our world work. That’s why this week on NowThis Kids, host Naomi Wadler tells us why it’s so important to protect all of the creatures in the earth’s ecosystem.
We speak to Izzy Bee, who works with her veterinarian mom Ali, to care for displaced and injured koala...
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January 6, 2021 • 8 mins
Kindness is a super power you can choose to use every day – one simple act of kindness can have a ripple effect, and impact so many others in a positive way. This week on NowThis Kids, host Naomi Wadler is talking about the small ways we can turn someone's day around.
We speak to Hector Velasco, a UPS driver who surprised Langston Walbuck with a special delivery after Langston would always make time for Hector on his delivery rou...
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December 30, 2020 • 6 mins
Some people feel like reading is a chore, something we have to do for school or a job – when really it's one of the most enriching and enjoyable hobbies anyone can have! This episode of NowThis Kids, host Naomi Wadler is going to show you just how awesome reading can be.
We speak to Zoe Howlett, who with her mother Tiara Moore, created a virtual book club to motivate herself and other kids to read for just twenty minutes a day. T...
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December 16, 2020 • 7 mins
Money has a huge impact on our lives – spending it can feel good, saving it can make us feel secure, and it’s great to give to others who need it – but keeping track of our money can be difficult. This week on NowThis Kids, host Naomi Wadler is talking all things money.
We speak to Evan Leaphart who created Kiddie Kredit, an app that teaches kids all about how credit works. He explains why it’s important to learn about money soon...
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December 9, 2020 • 9 mins
Have you ever wondered why the sky is blue? Or how airplanes can fly? Curiosity like this is the driving force behind science, and this week on NowThis Kids, we’re exploring why science is such an important influence on our world and way of life.
Host Naomi Wadler talks to science educator and mechanical engineer Bill Nye (you know, the science guy!) about how embracing what science has to tell us can help us save the entire plan...
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December 2, 2020 • 8 mins
It’s not always easy to love and accept yourself, but the kinder we are to ourselves, the more likely we are to try our best and be kinder to others. This week on NowThis Kids, host Naomi Wadler is talking about self acceptance and being comfortable with who you are.
Perri Easley is a part of the Born This Way Foundation, an organization that encourages kids to accept themselves for who they are. We speak to her about the work th...
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