A kid-centric podcast focusing on stories that make the world a little bit better. We’re here as a fun place to learn, explore, grow, and help kids tap into their imaginations. All are warmly welcomed! These diverse and inclusive stories are originals. Created by Julianna Bria and Lindsay Farley, the founders and CEOs of Kiddywink Crew.
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Back by popular demand is our annual Thanksgiving episode! Thanksgiving is a great time to reflect on what and who we are thankful for. This special episode is filled with messages from our very own open-hearted, playful, and intelligent listeners. Happy Thanksgiving!Di Kiddywink Crew
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Kiddywink Crew Guest Favorite Story Choice! Sofia faces a challenge when she overhears unkind remarks from another team about her body size. Despite excelling on the beam, Sofia's confidence takes a hit. With encouragement from her coach and inner strength, she bravely confronts her feelings, sharing her experience with her coach and teammates. Sof…
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Kiddywink Crew Guest Favorite Story Choice! Sister Zebras embark on a colorful culinary journey inspired by their love for a certain black-and-white food. Mom Zebra suggests a creative twist to their school project on the alphabet: finding foods that start with each letter. Intrigued by the idea, the sisters eagerly join in on a quest to explore va…
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Frank, an Italian firefly, has a burning desire for speed, unlike his slow-moving and slow-dance-loving beetle family and friends. Eager to find others who share his love of racing and speed, Frank takes off for a fly. While gone, he finally discovers others with the same interests, but, when they suggest he join them to see a real race, he is face…
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Enjoy a re-release of Superhero Super Friends! Dev and Amir, best friends living in Mumbai, enjoy playing cricket together. During one playdate, Dev brings out his extra special bat that once belonged to his grandfather, while Amir has a bat with Superman on it. However, Amir accidentally breaks Dev's special bat during their game. Together, they r…
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What is your favorite sport? Listen along as Lindsay and Julianna ask team Kiddywink Crew what their favorite sport is, and you might hear your favorite sport mentioned as well!
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Gunnar loves bowling and always brings his special bowling ball, he lovingly named the blue lagoon. However, Gunnar's fingers have grown, and his lucky ball no longer fits quite right. During the competition, the ball keeps getting stuck on his fingers, causing him to miss a few important shots. Lucky Anna is there to help him search for a new ball…
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Gianna returns from a fun-filled family vacation with a newfound love for cycling. Excited to pursue her passion, she joins the local girls' cycling team, where she quickly admires the team leader, Bianca. However, Gianna soon notices that the team regularly indulges in junk food, which she believes is slowing them down. Bianca, on the other hand, …
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We are re-releasing our bonus sports meditation with a new follow-up conversation, where we get to ask Jane questions from Kiddywinks! We hope this continues to help you feel prepared for anything! Get ready to breathe in, breathe out, and feel the positivity with Ozzie and our Kiddywink Crew member, Jane!…
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Hudson and William are introduced to snowboarding by dad, Luca, who sparks their passion through a summer sport. With dedication and practice, the brothers excel and eventually join their country's snowboarding team. Their big moment comes when they travel to California for an important contest. However, just as Hudson is about to live his dream, a…
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Miriam, who is in the school band, and her best friend Felix, who is on the football team, face a challenging situation. The football team didn't raise enough money to get a bus for the band to join them at their away game. Without the band, both the fans and the team feel the lack of enthusiasm and support. Determined to make a difference, Miriam …
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Mateo isn't thrilled about his trip with his mother to visit Mateo's grandparents for the weekend. He would much rather spend time with his friends and is convinced that visiting his grandparents will be boring. However, Mateo's perspective changes when he discovers his grandmother's new passion: Pickleball. Intrigued, he decides to give the game a…
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Hugo is excited to attend art camp with his cousin but finds himself struggling with the camp's activities. There's just too much waiting, and patience is not one of Hugo's strong suits. Noticing Hugo's frustration, his thoughtful cousin comes up with a brilliant idea. She talks to her parents, and they decide to find a camp that's better suited to…
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Celine is preparing for the Special Olympics with her teammates Juliette, Josie, and Camille. She is determined to perfect her flip turn, a crucial move for their upcoming relay tournament, but when she asks for help, she does not find it. On the day of the big tournament, Celine runs into trouble, causing her team to place in a lower spot, and jus…
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Siobhan comes from a long line of Irish dancers but needs help finding her natural rhythm. Father, Patrick, notices her frustrations and decides to help in a unique way. He takes Siobhan kite flying, where he teaches her to understand and work with the wind and the environment, emphasizing the importance of trusting the process and being patient. T…
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Heading to a game or practice? This bonus meditation can help you feel prepared for anything! Get ready to breathe in, breathe out, and feel the positivity with Ozzie and our Kiddywink Crew member, Jane!Di Kiddywink Crew
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George, a passionate young runner, finds comfort in the familiar, particularly on his Cross Country team and with his teammate, Michael. However, when a new coach arrives with fresh ideas and strategies, George's world is turned upside down. He prefers running with only one partner and is resistant to anything that disrupts his routine. Through a c…
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Min is passionate about taekwondo and she dreams of victory. Min's beloved taekwondo teacher, Hana, tries to help Min, but she finds herself consumed by nerves and fears of failure. Despite her dedication to training and her burning desire to emerge victorious, the thought of losing keeps her up at night, disrupting her sleep and sapping her confid…
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Kissa's admiration for Namazzi, the first base player, is unwavering until a twist in the game reveals the importance of every position on the field. When Eva, the shortstop hurts her ankle, Kissa discovers the significance of teamwork and the value of each player's contribution. Inspired by Eva's guidance and encouragement, Kissa embarks on her so…
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Mizuki, a girl who relies on her wheelchair for mobility, is uncertain about participating in a sport that requires quick movements and racket skills. A new student named Katsu is also in a wheelchair and Mizuki is assigned to show her around the school. Mizuki is able to help acclimate Katsu and in return, Katsu introduces Mizuki to para-badminton…
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Beatrice loves cheering for big brother Grant and his Field Hockey team but feels hesitant to join in herself due to a fear of making mistakes. However, Grant teaches her a valuable lesson: that being afraid of making mistakes is the biggest mistake of all. Beatrice witnesses Grant's perseverance as he tries and fails before ultimately succeeding i…
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Archie, a talented lacrosse player, struggles with arrogance and distraction during practice. Focused more on his ego and indulging in junk food on the sidelines, Archie neglects to pay attention to his teammates, including his friend Oliver. When Archie's lack of focus leads to a missed opportunity to score a goal by not passing to Oliver, he face…
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What makes your heart happy? For us at Kiddywink Crew, it's you! We were able to ask this question to members of the Kiddywink crew, and in this special episode, we get to hear their amazing answers! We hope you enjoy and remain inspired to lead with your three hearts. That is, with your body, mind, and words!…
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Miguel has a passion for dancing and faces criticism when someone mocks his unique moves. Feeling disheartened, Miguel takes a reflective walk, hoping to shake off the negativity. Along the way, he stumbles upon an open dance class and decides to join in. To his surprise, he discovers that the person who laughed at him earlier is also in the class,…
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Sofia faces a challenge when she overhears unkind remarks from another team about her body size. Despite excelling on the beam, Sofia's confidence takes a hit. With encouragement from her coach and inner strength, she bravely confronts her feelings, sharing her experience with her coach and teammates. Sofia learns a valuable lesson about body posit…
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Siblings Alexia and Liam embark on a vacation to Scotland with their parents. Excited to experience the country's famed golf courses, they encounter a dilemma when Liam forgets to pack Alexia's putter.Initially upset by this oversight, Liam recalls their previous agreement where Alexia was supposed to pack the putter, emphasizing "a deal is a deal.…
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Meet Kaya, the star rugby player of the "Cape Town Cougars," who excels on the field but struggles with leadership skills. Conversely, Annika may not possess Kaya's level of skill, but she shines in her ability to connect with others. As the new rugby season kicks off, the Cougars are determined to win. However, Coach Zulu surprises everyone by nam…
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In this episode, we follow the adventures of three friends - Ramon, Juan, and Carlos - who live in the beautiful Dominican Republic. Ramon is passionate about baseball, while Juan and Carlos prefer spending their time playing at the beach. As the boys struggle to find a way to enjoy both activities, they receive unexpected help from Michael, the fr…
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Best friends Olivia and Emma share a love for playing basketball. Excited to take their skills to the next level, they both try out for the prestigious Salty Seahorses Travel Team. While Emma makes the cut, Olivia unfortunately doesn't. Feeling disappointed and left out, Olivia stumbles upon "Team Ozzie." She's amazed by the kindness and camaraderi…
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Meet Chen and his dad, who are on a quest to find the perfect sport for Chen. Chen's dad is trying to push him into speed sports, but Chen isn't keen on that idea. Fortunately, Uncle Steve steps in and takes Chen to a restaurant that has a ping pong table. Chen discovers his passion for ping pong and realizes it's the sport he wants to pursue. Howe…
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A heartwarming episode focusing on Angel and her family's trip to visit relatives. The highlight of their gathering is the annual volleyball game, eagerly anticipated by all. Angel is keen to join her Dad's team for the game, but her grandmother has other ideas. Through the support and guidance of her mother and Aunt, Angel learns valuable lessons …
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Maria discovers the power of positivity through her journey in learning tennis. Initially, she aspires to emulate her sister Adriana's tennis skills but faces discouragement from a harsh instructor who constantly points out her mistakes. Adriana intervenes upon witnessing Maria's struggle and connects her with a new coach named Mimi. Unlike the pre…
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Logan faces a common challenge: feeling disadvantaged because of his smaller size compared to his teammates, particularly his friend Connor, who is much larger. However, as the story unfolds, Logan learns an important lesson: what he initially sees as a weakness can actually be a strength. Despite being smaller, Logan discovers that his speed sets …
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Dev and Amir, best friends living in Mumbai, enjoy playing cricket together. During one playdate, Dev brings out his extra special bat that once belonged to his grandfather, while Amir has a bat with Superman on it. However, Amir accidentally breaks Dev's special bat during their game. Together, they realize that perhaps Dev shouldn't have brought …
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Mia, who loves soccer, faces a challenge when her family moves from the USA to Hastings. Initially, she worries that there might not be soccer in Hastings because it's called football there. However, Mia discovers that they do indeed have soccer in Hastings, just under a different name. This realization helps her feel more at home in her new enviro…
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Happy Valentine's Day! We hope you enjoy this re-release of our meditation with Ozzie! Get ready to breathe in, breathe out, and feel the love with Ozzie and our Kiddywink Crew member, Jane! We can't wait for our open-hearted, playful and intelligent listeners to meditate with us.Di Kiddywink Crew
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We hope you enjoy this re-release of our very first episode of Series 1. Listening to past stories feels like re-reading our favorite books and we can't wait for our open-hearted, playful, and intelligent listeners to follow along! Listen for the letter A and the # 1 in this story and continue through the alphabet - we have episodes A through Z now…
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We hope you enjoy this bonus episode, which highlights Series 1, Would You Rather Questions, from our amazing Kiddywink Crew guests! We can't wait for our open-hearted, playful and intelligent listeners to follow along.Di Kiddywink Crew
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Sister Zebras embark on a colorful culinary journey inspired by their love for a certain black-and-white food. Mom Zebra suggests a creative twist to their school project on the alphabet: finding foods that start with each letter. Intrigued by the idea, the sisters eagerly join in on a quest to explore various foods. Throughout their adventure, the…
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Yasmine the Yak has a big personality and loves to tell grand stories, but she struggles with listening and often interrupts during circle time at school, much to the dismay of her teacher, Mr. Yates. Concerned about Yasmine's difficulty in listening, Mr. Yates reaches out to Yaya for help. Together, they devise a plan to support Yasmine in improvi…
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Xavier, an X-Ray fish, is a chronic worrier. Whenever he feels anxious or worried about something, he tends to push those feelings away and hides them deep inside. However, his worries begin to manifest physically, causing him stomach aches and discomfort. Concerned about his health, Xavier visits a doctor who discovers that his stomach aches are c…
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The Kiddywink Crew was joined by an extra special guest! We hope our open-hearted, playful, and intelligent listeners enjoy this week's story. And we're sure you'll enjoy the conversation with Santa at the end!Di Kiddywink Crew
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Walter, a curious walrus, spends his days exploring the ocean in search of colorful treasures. His best friend Winslow, however, only collects blue and red items, unlike Walter who appreciates all colors. Despite Walter's love for all colors, he faces ridicule from Winslow and others when he wears a vibrant coral necklace to class. A fight between …
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Velociraptor Victoria, a talented sprinter on her high school cross-country team, is known for her incredible speed. However, her pride sometimes leads her to act superior to her teammates. When teammate Valerie injures her leg, Victoria's teammates rally around her with support and visits to the hospital. However, Victoria chooses to prioritize ra…
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Uma, an umbrella bird residing in the cloud forest of Monteverde, Costa Rica, has a deep-seated fear of rain. However, Uma's fear is put to the test when 21 consecutive days of rain pass, leaving her hiding under the same leaf. With no choice but to brave the rain, Uma cautiously steps into the downpour, determined to find sustenance. To her surpri…
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Timmy the Turtle is shy, but very observant. In contrast, his friend Tessa is outgoing and doesn't stop talking or moving. Tessa becomes frustrated with Timmy's shy behavior, but when she sees his observant behavior save a new friend from eating something he can't, she has a change of heart. They now appreciate the beauty and depth of Timmy's perso…
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Thanksgiving is a great time to reflect on what and who we love! This special episode is filled with messages from our very own open-hearted, playful and intelligent listeners.Di Kiddywink Crew
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Sandy the sloth struggles with waking up early, while her friend Steve the songbird is naturally an early riser who loves to sing. Sandy finds herself annoyed by Steve's cheerful morning melodies. As Sandy starts kindergarten and needs to wake up earlier, she struggles to adjust her sleeping habits despite her parents' efforts to help. Feeling frus…
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Ragnar and Runar are twin reindeer brothers from Iceland who may look alike but have very different interests and perspectives. While Ragnar idolizes Rudolf, like most reindeer, Runar is fascinated by Halloween and dreams of being a rabbit instead. Their divergent interests often lead to disagreements and fights, causing Runar to feel left out duri…
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Come along with us and enjoy a bonus episode, recorded live at Lurie Children's Hospital. In this Halloween story we had some extra help from the children there, and we hope you have fun listening!Di Kiddywink Crew
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