Little Kids, Big Hearts

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Education for Kids #99

Little Kids, Big Hearts helps kids and their grown-ups grow social and emotional skills, a.k.a. Big Hearts, with a little help from the show's host, Todd Loyd, a longtime early childhood educator. It’s a space where kids LEAD the discussion and explore big ideas in social and emotional learning — from feelings to friendship to helping others. If you like using your imagination, going on mindfulness journeys to magical worlds, and eating gummy bears that grow on trees, then you're in the right place! Recommended for big-hearted kids ages 2-10 (and their grown-ups).

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Recent Episodes
  • Brush! Whoosh! Pop! — The Sounds of Our Feelings
    May 30, 2025 – 16:04
  • Storytime: The Day the Songbook Disappeared
    May 23, 2025 – 08:32
  • Original Song: Power of A Song
    May 21, 2025 – 03:39
  • The Song of YOU Mission
    May 16, 2025 – 04:15
  • Super Songs for Super Kids
    May 9, 2025 – 21:09
  • Unstoppable: How to Turn Limitations into Opportunities — With Ali Stroker
    May 2, 2025 – 22:39
  • Storytime: Quiggle's Wheels
    Apr 28, 2025 – 04:32
  • Song & Interview: "Together" With Lance Horne
    Apr 25, 2025 – 13:05
  • The You, Me, We Mission
    Apr 17, 2025 – 03:57
  • Inclusion Matters With Ali Stroker
    Apr 11, 2025 – 31:53
  • Interview: Making Music & Making Mistakes with Laurie Berkner
    Mar 28, 2025 – 32:04
  • Storytime: A Mistake Takes Root
    Mar 21, 2025 – 09:41
  • Mighty Mistakes Mission & Song
    Mar 14, 2025 – 06:42
  • The Magic of Mistakes with Terence Archie
    Mar 7, 2025 – 34:11
  • "Helping" Interview with Firefighter John Louthan
    Feb 28, 2025 – 14:27
  • Storytime: New Skies for Lyra
    Feb 21, 2025 – 11:25
  • Operation Help Out Mission and Song
    Feb 13, 2025 – 06:32
  • Big Hearts in Tough Times: LA Kids Discuss the Fires
    Feb 7, 2025 – 35:02
  • Interview: Fairness with Judge Gabriel Sanchez
    Jan 31, 2025 – 18:28
  • Storytime: The Qook-a-lackas' Absolutely Exactly Everything Equal Day
    Jan 24, 2025 – 06:01
  • The Fairness Quest Mission & Song
    Jan 22, 2025 – 05:29
  • Fairness with Vella Lovell and Meredith Holzman
    Jan 10, 2025 – 25:30
  • Song & Interview: I’m Grateful by Benjamin Weiner
    Nov 15, 2024 – 14:52
  • Gratitude PowerUp with Lauren Blumenfeld
    Nov 8, 2024 – 25:47
  • Interview: Telling Stories that Matter with Author/Illustrator Todd Parr
    Aug 19, 2024 – 37:03
  • The Magic of Stories with Nick Blaemire
    Aug 9, 2024 – 28:08
  • Building Resilience with Marc Grapey
    Jul 12, 2024 – 32:20
  • Interview: Exploring "Learning Differences" with Oliver, 12, and Caesar Samayoa from "How to Dance in Ohio"
    Jul 5, 2024 – 22:39
  • Celebrating Learning Differences with Q. Smith
    Jun 14, 2024 – 40:26
  • Let's Take Responsibility with Natalie Gold
    May 10, 2024 – 31:35
  • Special Reimagined Episode: What Can You Do With Big Feelings?
    May 3, 2024 – 24:08
  • Grandparent Relationships
    Mar 1, 2024 – 38:01
  • Bonus: Boundaries Interview with Ana Cruz Kayne and Michael Cruz Kayne
    Feb 9, 2024 – 12:49
  • Boundaries with Michael Cruz Kayne and Ana Cruz Kayne
    Feb 2, 2024 – 37:06
  • Hopes & Dreams With Jolly Abraham
    Jan 5, 2024 – 32:20
  • Bonus: Belonging Interview with Hip-Hop Pioneer Darryl "DMC" McDaniels
    Dec 8, 2023 – 33:19
  • We Belong — With Alexis Michelle
    Dec 1, 2023 – 35:17
  • Bonus: Imagination Interview with "Not a Box" Author/Illustrator, Antoinette Portis
    Nov 10, 2023 – 25:48
  • Imagination Time! — With Nadiyah Dorsey
    Nov 3, 2023 – 32:17
  • Calm Down at Camp Quinder-Calm (World Mental Health Day)
    Oct 10, 2023 – 05:20
  • Trying New Things (2023 Signal Awards Finalist)
    Sep 30, 2023 – 26:43
  • The Key to Calming Down With Rebecca Naomi Jones
    Aug 4, 2023 – 36:54
  • Moving Time With Amir Arison
    Jul 7, 2023 – 32:46
  • Winning & Losing With Bridget Regan
    Jun 2, 2023 – 28:43
  • Everything PETS! — With Ashlie Atkinson
    May 8, 2023 – 32:15
  • Bonus: Interview About the Research & Guide that Inspired the "Celebrating Our Differences" Episode With Dr. Colleen Russo Johnson and Makeda Mays Green
    Apr 14, 2023 – 28:01
  • Celebrating Our Differences with Krys Marshall
    Apr 5, 2023 – 31:42
  • Feeling Angry! — With Marjan Neshat
    Mar 3, 2023 – 31:59
  • Let's Talk Siblings With Jenn Lyon and Henry Vick
    Feb 3, 2023 – 33:01
  • Bonus: Interview About Transforming Anger Into Advocacy with Marjan Neshat
    Jan 16, 2023 – 14:30
Recent Reviews
  • BladesRunner
    Makes my heart sing
    Being a mom is hard, listening to this is not. Great for when I'm running around in the car !!!!
  • bradschaefferdpm
    Genuine and NEEDED!
    Todd hits the mark with this podcast and showcases what this world needs! Love, acceptance, and most of all…..UNDERSTANDING! These small voices shine large! Thank you for this gem
  • winjiee
    Heartwarmingly centers children so we can all learn from them!
    Little Kids, Big Hearts is a unique podcast that really lets kids shine for who they are. Todd is a great host and creates a safe and fun environment for them to explore all different types of topics, from siblings to feelings to empathy to race. So often, we hear adults telling us what is best for our kids and in this podcast we can revel in their own wonder and come up with solutions that are at times, even better than our own. Highly recommend!!
  • Walker Loyd
    Love it!
    Todd talks about real world issues with a fantastic approach. It’s a great listen for all ages!
  • timothy.pengilly
    Can I please have a zoom ppppppplllllllleeeeeeeaaaasssssssseeeeeee
    I sooooooooo want to do a zoom meeting with you guys 🤗
  • matchanyc
    Imaginative and fun
    I love this podcast— it’s so imaginative and fun. Love listening to this! Great podcast!
  • Chickenbird2000
    Exceptional
    The host is so great with the children and he allows them to really be themselves and explore. I’ve recommended this to all the parents and kids in my life!!
  • Myles1125
    Great podcast!
    My boys are 6 and 4 and they love to listen! They frequently use examples and language they learn from the podcast when they’re problem solving together. We can’t wait for more episodes.
  • Brittany Sommer Katzin
    Amazing, fun, educational podcast!
    This podcast is one that your kids will laugh through and learn from. I love listening with my 4 yr old daughter. It gives me an opportunity to talk with her about all of these important themes like friendship, feelings, and similarities & differences. Todd is a fantastic host with so much energy and brings kids on imaginary journeys as they build social and emotional skills. Would definitely recommend!!
  • JSBChelsea
    The Best Adult-Kid Podcast!
    Hats off to Sparkler and Todd for creating a truly authentic podcast that my entire family— kids and adults together really enjoy. The careful way in which Todd brings in real children’s voices— and the sense of wonder they add— is so special! Please do more— Hoping a sponsor might pick this up as I’m sure they are working on a shoestring.
  • HayleyTr
    You and your little one will love this!
    Your little kid’s heart and mind will expand as they listen to this insightful and fun new podcast. The host, Todd, does a beautiful job at holding a safe space for children to share their thoughts, joys, fears, and everything in between. Adults and children alike will enjoy and grow from their time listening!
  • 1312elrado
    Solid Gold
    Charming, deep, engaging and fun. Will absolutely be sharing this with my nieces and nephews. ❤️
  • DNT78
    Dad approved
    Sweet show for my 7 and 4 year old to enjoy listening to together. Our family had a great conversation about the topics covered and they both had interesting questions of there own. We all really enjoyed it, we’ll be listening again!
  • khawk10
    Big Hearts ❤️❤️
    This podcast is fresh, fun, informative and made from love. Kids do have a lot to say. Their contributions should be valued. Thank you for providing us with opportunities to listen to sweet and strong little voices!!
  • TM323
    Amazing
    Love this! So creative and inspiring! I need to share this with my nephews!!!
  • AuntKikiKat
    Grownups, too...
    There’s so much here, and while the concepts are packaged to be accessible to little hearts and brains, the cues apply to all of us. LOVED IT.
  • Samuel Port
    This is something special.
    What a unique opportunity to hear from kids in their most authentic voices, with a seat at the table alongside one of the most authentically talented and empathetic storytellers around.
  • jheights19
    Love
    Love the podcast, love this idea, love the kids more!
  • fashionlovefitness
    Feeling BIG FEELS about this podcast!
    So excited for a podcast that gives children the opportunity to express their big feels! Todd has a wonderful approach at helping children feel comfortable talking about things that don’t always feel so comfortable - excited to continue listening and learning - woohoo!!!
  • jgabriel41
    Joyful!
    This podcast is filled with life and joy. My almost-4-year-old, who is new to podcasts, sat, rapt, for the full recording! We love to hear from the kids on the show and how the host, Todd, responds to their thoughts and feelings. Can’t wait for the next one!
  • Aviva H.
    Wonderful Podcast for Kids (& Grown-ups!)
    Really enjoyed listening to this podcast. I love the concept of kids leading the discussion. The host, Todd, had the children engaged and connected from the start which allowed them to open up and have an honest conversation about their feelings and experiences - all while having loads of fun! Highly recommend if you have young children and want to expand their social/emotional growth.
  • barb0317
    Simply Fantastic!
    I wish I could give this podcast 10 stars! My children and I thoroughly enjoyed and can’t wait for another episode. Todd is so gifted at discussing tough topics in age appropriate and entertaining ways...LOVE MANGO!! Bravo!!
  • cspex
    Great new podcast FOR kids!
    This is the perfect podcast for kids to share their BIG feelings in a safe place. My kids really enjoyed the first episode and it was comforting for them to hear other children name and articulate similar feelings. We’re very excited to hear what’s next!
  • mhlcc
    A Fresh New Pod for Co-Listening
    I found this so much fun! Todd and Mango are a great combo to get kids to talk about their feelings. Reminded me of a cross between Shari Lewis and Fred Rogers! I really love the combination of the puppet voice and the narration with real kid voices. It’s poignant and reflective of the times. Check it out.
  • Aunt Es
    I LOVE this podcast!
    As a clinical social worker I particularly appreciate Todd’s approach, mindful of social-emotional needs and empowering kids to share big feelings... bravo and thank you! Am sharing this..
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