The Arthur Podcast
by GBH & PBS Kids
From the publisher
Arthur Read is back and starting his own podcast! Listen in as he shares his favorite adventures with, DW, Buster and all their friends from around Elwood City.
Why we recommend it
Arthur and the Elwood City gang in audio — friendship, sibling squabbles and gentle laughs from a show parents already trust.
Good for
Collections The Arthur Podcast landed in, based on what its reviews say.
What parents actually say
High confidence · 112 detailed reviewsPlenty of detailed reviews to work from, so these patterns are pretty dependable. We summarise the 112 reviews long enough to describe the show, out of 318 in total — one-line raves don't tell you much.
Why parents put it on
The moments it actually gets used for.
- Kids ask to replay itTop8
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- “I’ve heard all the same stories over and over again but I’ve never seen anything like it 😁😍what about you do it once a week or two and 4 stars”
- “This Arthur podcast is his absolute favorite and we replay them over and over.”
- Great for car rides5
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- “My kids and I love listening to this show in the car.”
- “Hi my name is Michelle I have triplets two girls one boy they are now two they love the Arthur podcast instead of watching tv in the car we listen to the podcast every time one…”
- Great voices & acting4
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- “So happy when I saw the 4th season come out, but the voices for Arthur and DW are grating to listen to.”
- “Some of the voices are different, but you get used to them.”
- Parents enjoy it too4
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- “My kids and I love listening to this show in the car.”
- “My kids and I love this podcast!”
What it's about
What comes up when parents describe it.
- Storytelling & adventureTop16
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- “The episodes are a perfect length and tell a nice story that is engaging for all of us.”
- “The stories are fun and relatable to kids and the length is perfect.”
- Feelings & empathy6
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- “My kid loves it and we get to talk about story elements and feelings!”
- “Teaches empathy, problem solving , kindness, and how to be a good friend!”
- Life lessons & values6
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- “Good lesson throughout and loved the representation.”
- “As a Christian family, we are very intentional about the values and messages our children are exposed to, and some of the content in Arthur directly conflicts with our biblical…”
- Humor & silliness4
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- “I like Arthur, although to be honest, it’s not my favorite podcast, but I hope other people enjoy it too, but I will at least say my favorite character so my favorite character…”
- “We love this because it is funny and teaches kids how to be nice to others and themselves.”
What it feels like
The mood parents describe.
- EducationalTop5
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- “This is a very fun podcast and love “D.W bad mood “ Fav season is 1 I think this podcast is great for kids that are growing up to learn new things”
- “It’s a one-of-a-kind, relevant, informative and fun classic made new!”
- Funny4
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- “I like Arthur, although to be honest, it’s not my favorite podcast, but I hope other people enjoy it too, but I will at least say my favorite character so my favorite character…”
- “We love this because it is funny and teaches kids how to be nice to others and themselves.”
- Calming3
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- “We love listening to each episode before bed, as it’s very calming.”
- “Great way to pass the time in the car and calm down a bit.”
- Wholesome3
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- “The messages are positive and they have provided a great jumping off point for meaningful conversations for my kids and I.”
- “Many episodes are not age appropriate for kids.”
Who's actually listening
From the 7 reviews that name a child's age.
- Preschool (3-5)6
- Early elementary (6-8)3
How to read this: each number is how many reviews raised that topic in their own words — not a percentage or a score. Bars compare topics within a box only, so the longest bar is whatever came up most here, marked Top. The dots above show how much evidence we have, not how good the show is.
This summarises what reviewers said. It isn't our verdict, and we don't write reviews ourselves. See exactly how every number is calculated.
About The Arthur Podcast
In the publisher's own words, as they describe the show on its feed.
Arthur Read is back and starting his own podcast! Listen in as he shares his favorite adventures with, DW, Buster and all their friends from around Elwood City. The Arthur Podcast is produced by GBH Kids and distributed by PBS KIDS and PRX.
Parent reviews (318)
Real reviews from real parents — the ones we gather from public sources link back to where they were written, and the ones written here are marked as such.
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Best podcast ever
Why no new episodes i watch your tv episodes and i want your podcast at night now i stopped because you do not make any more I've been waiting a long time but best podcast ever but i wish more seasons to it .it is getting a little boring but good work making my favorite podcast make more seasons
Jana noorian · Oct 2026
Amazing podcast
I love the podcast such a good choice I can’t believe that I love it so much
Buh bee · Oct 2026
100% (^._.^)
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Emeuretta · Oct 2026
Awesome
I love the series! There should be a lot of seasons. I listened to one of the seasons with my cousin! It was really good.
Fench Fie · Sep 2026
❤️ 🏈
This is a very fun podcast and love “D.W bad mood “ Fav season is 1 I think this podcast is great for kids that are growing up to learn new things
Croiyez · Sep 2026
Yay
😏 L/ O/\ To
Chikn_nuggit · Sep 2026
Love it
I think this really is a great idea because it helps kids a lot it is a great podcast ❤️😄😁💖 .
Soccer girl⚽️❤️ · Sep 2026
Love it
My kids and I love listening to this show in the car. The episodes are a perfect length and tell a nice story that is engaging for all of us. Good lesson throughout and loved the representation.
KalliSilv · Sep 2026
Showing the 120 most recent of 318 reviews we analysed. The summaries above use all of them.
Questions parents ask
What age is The Arthur Podcast for?
The Arthur Podcast is aimed at ages 4–9. In their reviews, parents most often mention preschool (3-5) and early elementary (6-8).
How long are The Arthur Podcast episodes?
Most episodes run about 15 minutes, so an episode fits comfortably into a school run or a bedtime routine.
Is The Arthur Podcast any good?
It holds 4.3 out of 5 from 3,510 ratings, with 318 written parent reviews, which works out to a B+ on our scale.
Is The Arthur Podcast appropriate for kids?
The Arthur Podcast is marked clean, with no explicit content flag. Parents describe it as educational, funny, calming.
Where can I listen to The Arthur Podcast?
The Arthur Podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Amazon Music and other podcast apps. It's free to listen to.
Why do parents recommend The Arthur Podcast?
The point that comes up most is "kids ask to replay it" — mentioned in 8 of the 112 reviews we analysed.
Episodes
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Bleep!
Feb 12, 2026 · 13 min
D.W. overhears a mysterious word at a store and is determined to find out what it means! But blurting out the BLEEP! word in front of her parents might be more trouble than it’s worth!
Buster Baxter, Cat Saver
Feb 5, 2026 · 15 min
When a cat gets stuck in a tree, Buster Baxter saves the day! (Well, actually, the cat just wanted a taste of Buster’s Rocky Trout ice cream). The story of Buster’s “heroics” quickly spins out of control, and Arthur, for one, is sick of it!
What Scared Sue Ellen
Jan 29, 2026 · 13 min
Sue Ellen says she’s not afraid of anything…that is until she hears a creepy howling noise in the woods. Arthur, Binky, and Buster join her on a mission to discover what’s behind the mysterious howls!
Arthur Writes a Story
Jan 22, 2026 · 15 min
Arthur has to write a story for a school assignment, but he’s convinced that his ordinary life is just too boring. How can he possibly make the tale of how he got his dog Pal exciting? Maybe a few dancing elephants in outer space will do the trick!
Lost Library Book
Jan 15, 2026 · 15 min
Arthur is the first to take out the newest Scare-Your-Pants-Off book from the library. But when it’s time to return it, the book has mysteriously vanished! Arthur and Binky team up to track down the missing book.
Announcing Season 4 of The Arthur Podcast!
Jan 15, 2026 · 2 min
The Arthur Podcast is back with a brand-new season, starting Thursday, January 15. Join Arthur, DW, Buster, and all their friends on adventures around Elwood City. This season, DW takes the spotlight with her very own segment: Dear DW! Have a question? DW has answers! Get a grown up’s help to send her a message tagged #DearDW and your question may be featured in a future episode! Listen to the Arthur Podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts.
Mr. Ratburn and the Special Someone
Dec 14, 2023 · 16 min
Arthur’s third grade class is shocked when they discover that Mr. Ratburn is getting married. When they overhear Mr. Ratburn talking about a wedding with a woman named Patty, the kids worry that he’s marrying someone even tougher than he is!
How the Cookie Crumbles
Dec 7, 2023 · 14 min
Muffy is determined to win the cookie competition at this year’s Strawberry Festival. Together with her friends, she makes the perfect batch of cookies with a brand new recipe. But she’ll have to decide which is more important: getting all the credit, or keeping her friends!
Arthur's Big Meltdown
Nov 30, 2023 · 15 min
Arthur is usually pretty calm, but even the most mild-mannered kid gets upset sometimes! When his friends ruin his brand new pair of sneakers, Arthur flips out. Will he be able to salvage his reputation—and his friendships?
Arthur's New Old Vacation
Nov 23, 2023 · 15 min
Arthur’s family goes on the same summer vacation every year to Codpocket Lake. But this year, Arthur wants to go to the pirate-themed amusement park: Dead Man’s Cove. Can he convince his family to change up their usual vacation destination?
The Case of the Girl with the Long Face
Nov 16, 2023 · 16 min
Fern has been feeling down, but none of her friends know why! Buster Baxter, private eye, is determined to get to the bottom of the mystery.
Desk Wars
Nov 9, 2023 · 16 min
It’s the hottest school day of the year and tempers are even hotter! The tension comes to a head when Mr. Ratburn moves Brain and Arthur away from their usual desks and sets off the most dramatic desk war in third grade history!