Bust or Trust: A Kids' Mystery Podcast
by Small Wardour
From the publisher
Calling all Chief Detectives! Bust or Trust is a podcast for curious kids’ who’d like to get to the bottom of some of the world’s most interesting mysteries. From Big Foot to the Lost City of Atlantis, “Myth Truster” Tiernan Douieb and “Myth Buster” Athena Kugblenu take you through each case.
What parents actually say
High confidence · 107 detailed reviewsPlenty of detailed reviews to work from, so these patterns are pretty dependable. We summarise the 107 reviews long enough to describe the show, out of 199 in total — one-line raves don't tell you much.
Why parents put it on
The moments it actually gets used for.
- Good for travel & flightsTop3
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- “I am usually a buster but I am a truster on time travel not because of the evidence on the show but because I saw someone wearing a 2027 shirt 👕also I think that you guys shoul…”
- “Honestly, I’m a truster because technically we are chat time traveling right now because every second we’re going forward in time🤔”
What it's about
What comes up when parents describe it.
- History & mythologyTop14
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- “I’m a buster sorry Tiernan, but I love some of your jokes also I love your name Athena I’m a huge fan of Greek mythology and your podcast and my name is Emma I’m nine years old.😊”
- “I am a myth truster for werewolves because I don’t think they’re real.”
- Mystery & problem solving12
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- “Mystery mixed with a bit of humour also please do one about little Morton hall loads of ghost stories”
- “just a fun idea but what if you guys published a book about all of the different mysteries that would be cool!”
- Humor & silliness9
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- “I’m a buster sorry Tiernan, but I love some of your jokes also I love your name Athena I’m a huge fan of Greek mythology and your podcast and my name is Emma I’m nine years old.😊”
- “I like bust or trust because it’s funny, sometimes a little bit frightening and it’s just plain mysterious.”
- Storytelling & adventure6
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- “Mystery mixed with a bit of humour also please do one about little Morton hall loads of ghost stories”
- “Love this the story’s are so nice really good for listening while cleaning 🧹 or wile doing something the podcast are so interesting and I’m team Athena 😅👅”
- Science & STEM4
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- “Also I think that I am a buster for everything apart from aliens (scientists found evidence and other planets are the same distance from their star as earth) and dragons (if sto…”
- “Plz😀😀😀😀👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻BTW I really like this podcast and I am mostly team buster because I like science but sometimes team truster”
What it feels like
The mood parents describe.
- FunnyTop8
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- “I like bust or trust because it’s funny, sometimes a little bit frightening and it’s just plain mysterious.”
- “I like the funny skits you do at the ned of every episode too.”
- Educational3
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- “I love bust or trust because I love learning new things.”
- “I learned about a lot of mysteries while listening to this.”
Who's actually listening
From the 1 reviews that name a child's age.
- Teens (13+)1
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 Bust or Trust: A Kids' Mystery Podcast
In the publisher's own words, as they describe the show on its feed.
Calling all Chief Detectives! Bust or Trust is a podcast for curious kids’ who’d like to get to the bottom of some of the world’s most interesting mysteries. From Big Foot to the Lost City of Atlantis, “Myth Truster” Tiernan Douieb and “Myth Buster” Athena Kugblenu take you through each case. It’s up to the Chief Detectives listening to decide if they bust the myth or trust it! A real family listen, full of fun facts and silly jokes, this podcast encourages young listeners to think critically about “evidence” and how to debate and disagree in a playful and productive way. Fun for ages 6 - 106. Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers of some of the best podcasts for kids. Pre-Order the Bust or Trust Book here - https://geni.us/BustorTrust
Parent reviews (199)
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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Hi I’m Avery and my kids love the pod and my kids are truster’s
2468 dog · Oct 2026
❤️ Thank you for being amazing!
Love, love, love your show! It is awesome! 😃But you need more episodes.
annejonesfit · Sep 2026
Ausome
Love it 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶👋👨💻👩💼
🧙♀️📢✅ · Sep 2026
Team truster
I love it
Ja · Sep 2026
Love Love Love Love Love Love your podcast!!!!!!😱🤗
HI I’m Amelia,totally truster on the dragon one because pterodactyls may be dragons. Love your podcast 😚🤩❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🔍🔍🔍
eyesonamelia · Aug 2026
this is the BEST podcast ever!!!
This is amazing I listen to this all the time its my fav podcast plz make moreeee ✿✿✿✿✿✿
I’msoscared · Aug 2026
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I AM AND WILL ALWAYS BE A TRUSTER!!!
Imacandle · Aug 2026
Review
A great podcast . Mystery mixed with a bit of humour also please do one about little Morton hall loads of ghost stories
Poirot lover 13 · Aug 2026
Showing the 120 most recent of 199 reviews we analysed. The summaries above use all of them.
Questions parents ask
How long are Bust or Trust: A Kids' Mystery Podcast episodes?
Most episodes run about 23 minutes, so an episode fits comfortably into a school run or a bedtime routine.
Is Bust or Trust: A Kids' Mystery Podcast any good?
It holds 4.6 out of 5 from 372 ratings, with 199 written parent reviews, which works out to an A- on our scale.
Is Bust or Trust: A Kids' Mystery Podcast appropriate for kids?
Bust or Trust: A Kids' Mystery Podcast is marked clean, with no explicit content flag. Parents describe it as funny, educational.
Where can I listen to Bust or Trust: A Kids' Mystery Podcast?
Bust or Trust: A Kids' Mystery Podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Amazon Music and other podcast apps. It's free to listen to.
Why do parents recommend Bust or Trust: A Kids' Mystery Podcast?
The point that comes up most is "good for travel & flights" — mentioned in 3 of the 107 reviews we analysed.
Episodes
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September Shoutout Special
Sep 25, 2026 · 10 min
In case you haven't already heard, Bust or Trust is coming back this October with a Special Halloween episode! More brand new episodes coming in the New Year. Until then, we hope you enjoy hearing from some of your fellow chief detectives. Keep your voice notes coming, we love to hear them! And you might get a chance to feature in an upcoming shoutout special... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Special Announcement from BOT HQ
Apr 24, 2026 · 1 min
A special announcement about Bust or Trust from BoT HQ. For more info, visit our website bustortrust.com or Instagram @bust_or_trust_podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Blackbeard's Treasure
Apr 10, 2026 · 30 min
Blackbeard is one of history’s most well known pirates. He was known for being a huge and fearsome imposing figure, with a large black beard, that was full of colourful ribbons. He was also known for having left behind a enormous treasure that has never been found. Does it exist still or did it ever? Tiernan and Athena are here to give you all the evidence so you can decide. Over to you chief detectRRRives! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Island of the Dolls
Mar 27, 2026 · 28 min
La Isla De La Muńacas, an island in Mexico is said to be the home of the world’s largest collection of haunted dolls. In 1950 Don Julián Santana Barrera started collecting these dolls and after his death in 2001 tales of the haunted dolls have grown and spread, terrifying and fascinating people ever since. But, what do you think Chief Detectives? Tiernan and Athena have all the creepy evidence so you can decide for yourself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Sphinx's Nose
Mar 13, 2026 · 22 min
The Great Sphinx of Giza - the statue of a mythical creature with the head of a human and body of a cat - famously has no nose. But how did it get that way? Did it fall off due to frostbite? Or get misplaced? Well, if you don't know you're in luck, as Athena and Tiernan have all the evidence and theories about how this may have happened. So, listen closely Chief Detectives and then make up your mind. Whoever knows about the nose knows ... Over to you... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Thunderbird
Feb 27, 2026 · 24 min
The Thunderbird is a bird-like spirit from the culture of the indigenous people of North America. Like a giant eagle with curved horns on its head, it is said to be a supernatural being with incredible power, and strength. According to the legend it creates thunder by flapping its wings, and lightning would spark from its eyes. Is there a basis in fact for this fascinating creature in natural history? Or is it a case of legends and stories getting out of hand over time? Athena and Tiernan take an eagle eyed look into all the clues to help you decide. Over to you Chief Detectives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Broad Haven Triangle
Feb 13, 2026 · 24 min
1977, a group of school children in Broad Haven in the West of Wales, were certain they had all seen a UFO. But before anyone could doubt them, teachers and more students also saw it, and then so did local residents. The area become known for UFOs and even alien sightings. But was it really visitors from another world? Athena and Tiernan look into all the clues to help you decide. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Olmec Heads
Jan 30, 2026 · 25 min
Huge stone heads were found in Central America, carved by the ancient Olmec peoples but to this day, no one knows why. Were they of rulers, or maybe just really good sports players? Tiernan and Athena try not to be big headed about the theories and then you, our Chief Detectives can gets your heads together and solve the case. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Haunting of Windhouse on Yell
Jan 16, 2026 · 27 min
Old ruins up on a hill in the windy island of Yell, Shetland. But is it really haunted by a number of ghosts? Or does the cold weather, and draughty conditions give visitors the chills? Athena and Tiernan investigate so that you can decide. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our favourite mysteries of 2025
Jan 1, 2026 · 16 min
Tiernan and Athena take a little look back over their fave mysteries of 2025. What would be in your top 3? Let us know! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Christmas Minisodes!
Dec 25, 2025 · 13 min
Merry Christmas Chief Detectives! This year Athena and Tiernan are bringing you a special festive treat of looking at some of the cases you, our Chief Detectives have suggested. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Plain of Jars
Dec 12, 2025 · 21 min
Hundreds of giant stone jars lay scattered across the Xiangkhoang Plateau in Laos. But no one knows how they got there or what they were for. Could it have been the remains of a party held by giants? Or are they ancient burial chambers, jars for holding water or something else entirely? As always, Tiernan and Athena investigate! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.