Space & Astrology Podcasts for Yoto and Tonie
Do you have a little stargazer or aspiring astronaut at home? Podcasts are a fantastic way to fuel their curiosity about space while being mindful of screen time. From black holes to planets, rockets to constellations, these space-themed podcasts offer fascinating facts, engaging stories, and endless wonder. Here are three brilliant space and astronomy podcasts for kids of varying ages that will help them explore the mysteries of the cosmos!
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One of the best features of the Yoto Player and Yoto Mini Player is their ability to play podcasts, giving you access to heaps of free content – hooray! In this post, we’re sharing three fantastic space themed podcast recommendations to add to your collection. All three are compatible with Yoto, and two can even have episodes downloaded for use with Creative Tonies. Be sure to check the links at the end of the post for even more podcast suggestions!
How Do I Add a Podcast to my Yoto Player or Yoto Mini?
If you don’t know how to add a podcast to your Yoto players then head to this post that will explain what you need to do either via the desktop or the app. Don’t forget to ‘copy and paste’ the RSS feed address rather than clicking on the link. You can play podcasts direct from your app or using a Make Your Own card.
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3 Space Podcasts to Consider
Space-themed podcasts inspire a love of science and exploration in young minds. They encourage kids to ask questions, learn about the universe, and dream about future space adventures. Whether discovering planets, hearing astronaut stories, or learning about black holes, these podcasts bring the wonders of space right into your home.
Do you know other space and astronomy podcasts for kids? Share them with us in the comments – we’d love to add more stellar listening options to our list!
🟠YOTO All three can be added to Yoto (use RSS codes as this blog post explains.
🔴TONIE The first two podcast can be added to a Toniebox as they have a download option.
Check Podcast Content First
As always, it’s important to check the content you are going to share with your child/ren yourself to ensure you are happy with what they are exposed to. I always like to listen to a podcast first before I decide if I think it’s something I’m happy for my daughter Floss to listen to.
🔴🟠Fun Kids Science Weekly
Fun Kids Science Weekly is a hit with kids and parents alike – and their space specials are out of this world! Hosted by the enthusiastic Dan, each episode explores incredible topics like the wonders of the solar system and space exploration, featuring interviews with real-life scientists. The blend of fun facts and expert insights makes this podcast both entertaining and educational.
There’s a podcast released each week and you can find episodes that are space related with ease. Each episode is over 30 minutes in length. There’s an age recommendation of 6-12 years old.
More Information and Listening Options
- You can find episode information here.
- RSS Feed – https://www.omnycontent.com/d/playlist/289ceca7-bef3-48af-9f74-a4ba0095cab1/14b69fe4-635d-4253-bccf-aa710001b221/ed19a8b4-abae-4e93-af4b-aa710001b234/podcast.rss
- This one has a download option (Toniebox friendly) – head to this website then find the episode you want. Click on the share arrow (top right) and then select download.
🟠🔴NASA’s Curious Universe Podcast
NASA’s Curious Universe brings the real magic of space exploration to life. Kids can hear directly from NASA scientists, engineers, and astronauts as they share stories about rocket launches, Mars rovers, and groundbreaking discoveries. The clear explanations and fascinating insights make it perfect for older kids curious about real-world space science. This podcasts is designed for adults and children. I’d recommend an age of 8+ and it’s for those who’ve got a serious fascination with space!
Tune into Episode: How Do We Live on the International Space Station? to discover how astronauts eat, sleep, and float while living and working in space – a perfect glimpse into life beyond Earth! The episodes are around 20 minutes long and a new episode is released weekly.
More Information and Listening Options
- You can find the episodes here.
- RSS Feed – https://feeds.megaphone.fm/NATIONALAERONAUTICSANDSPACEADMINISTRATION8162188566
- This one has a download option (Toniebox friendly) – head to this website then find the episode you want. Click listen now. Click on the three dots and then select download – the download will start automatically.
🟠Reach A Space Podcast for Kids
Reach connects kids to the vast wonders of the cosmos through engaging storytelling. With help from experts, astronauts, and fun characters, each episode explores fascinating topics like space missions, the search for extraterrestrial life, and rocket science. It’s perfect for curious minds eager to learn about space.
Check out Episode: What Are Black Holes? for an accessible explanation of one of the universe’s most mysterious phenomena. Each episode is around 17 minutes in length. I’d give a guide age range of 6+ years of age. Episodes were released bi-weekly up until April 2024 so there’s plenty of episodes to keep you going.
More Information and Listening Options
- You can find the website here.
- RSS Feed – https://feeds.megaphone.fm/ARML5464919441
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Looking for More Audio Content?
If you’re looking for more audio content for your Yoto Player or Yoto Mini Player check out the posts below:
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