Don't Break the Rules
by Pinna
From the publisher
Buckle up for Don’t Break the Rules, the hilarious comedy game show where four voice actors transform into brand new characters based on prompts written by kids! Hosted by the fantastic Carly Ciarrocchi, this Parent’s Choice Recommended Award Winner is guaranteed to have kids in stitches and grown-u
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Collections Don't Break the Rules landed in, based on what its reviews say.
What parents actually say
High confidence · 81 detailed reviewsPlenty of detailed reviews to work from, so these patterns are pretty dependable. We summarise the 81 reviews long enough to describe the show, out of 219 in total — one-line raves don't tell you much.
Why parents put it on
The moments it actually gets used for.
- Great voices & actingTop7
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- “Everyone should listen to it because it is HILARIOUS so thank you Carly and all the voice actors cause this is AWESOME!!!!!”
- “Join Carley C as she and four wonderful voice actors team up to be four whacky characters today in episode one (1) Hope you enjoy 😉”
- Great for car rides3
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- “My kids are enjoying car rides and enjoying being creative amd making jokes.”
- “My family loves this podcast and get so excited to listen to it in the car every car ride!”
- Kids ask to replay it3
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- “Phone-obsessed teen Substitute santa Btw I agree that this pod is a little childish but made me realise that I want to be a voice actor when I grow up”
- “So much funny things and my kids always laugh very funny things where we can play along with are familyThere’s so much funny things for my kids to watch they love it please can…”
- Works for mixed ages2
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- “Keeps the whole family entertained perfect for all ages.”
- “Me and my brothers and sister love it but one problem so far only girls win nothing wrong with it but this means they lied they do have scripts they probably still have kids cho…”
What it's about
What comes up when parents describe it.
- Humor & sillinessTop32
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- “Fun and laugh filled.”
- “I just wish there more episodes:( And i realy like music in the beginning, it’s so funny!!😂”
- Storytelling & adventure16
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- “Character ideas are: an intelligent corgi and heavy metal Cinderella.”
- “So it’s a pretty good podcast my fav character is the fainting babysitter but they do need to make more episodes.”
- Original songs & music7
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- “I just wish there more episodes:( And i realy like music in the beginning, it’s so funny!!😂”
- “A Tap dancing octopus, A grumpy ice cream 🍨, A singing grandma, A brainy broccoli 🥦, And an angry couch 🛋 Just to name a few of all the funny thing waiting for you in this po…”
- Imagination & creativity4
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- “I think Cathy got what she deserved know wonder she hasn’t said anything you guys probably hurt a lot so just stop leave her alone she just was standing up for someone even thou…”
- “My kids are enjoying car rides and enjoying being creative amd making jokes.”
What it feels like
The mood parents describe.
- FunnyTop30
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- “Fun and laugh filled.”
- “I just wish there more episodes:( And i realy like music in the beginning, it’s so funny!!😂”
- Educational2
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- “And yes, every time I learn you are being rude on a podcast review section, if I can, I will leave a review for you.”
Who's actually listening
From the 7 reviews that name a child's age.
- Early elementary (6-8)3
- Preschool (3-5)2
- Tweens (9-12)2
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About Don't Break the Rules
In the publisher's own words, as they describe the show on its feed.
Buckle up for Don’t Break the Rules, the hilarious comedy game show where four voice actors transform into brand new characters based on prompts written by kids! Hosted by the fantastic Carly Ciarrocchi, this Parent’s Choice Recommended Award Winner is guaranteed to have kids in stitches and grown-ups amazed by the on-the-spot comedic performances. Ready to jump in? Pick any episode and start listening! Great for kids ages 6 - 12. Listen to this show and many more at pinna.fm.
Parent reviews (219)
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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5 stars
Amazing! Fun and laugh filled. Keeps the whole family entertained perfect for all ages. More episodes please though!
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MathsGiraffe · Oct 2026
Add more episodes
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JedediahOwl · Sep 2026
Please read this
Please come back and make more it’s really good but you need more episodes
i ❤️clam cowduh · Sep 2026
Oh my god Kaitlyn!
Kaitlyn is literally amazing! Oh and I think I’m passing out…. Character ideas are: an intelligent corgi and heavy metal Cinderella. Also comment Theo if you’re a femboy
xX Queen Anne Boleyn Xx · Sep 2026
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Honestly it feels like a little kid show
Mochi kitti likeie your app · Sep 2026
Pretty good
It neeeeeds more episodes and there needs to be a worm themed episode
🥞rule · Aug 2026
Love this podcast!!🎧
I love this podcast so much!! I just wish there more episodes:( And i realy like music in the beginning, it’s so funny!!😂
Sarah8116 · Aug 2026
Showing the 120 most recent of 219 reviews we analysed. The summaries above use all of them.
Questions parents ask
What age is Don't Break the Rules for?
Don't Break the Rules is aimed at ages 6–12. In their reviews, parents most often mention early elementary (6-8) and preschool (3-5).
How long are Don't Break the Rules episodes?
Most episodes run about 18 minutes, so an episode fits comfortably into a school run or a bedtime routine.
Is Don't Break the Rules any good?
It holds 4.3 out of 5 from 591 ratings, with 219 written parent reviews, which works out to a B+ on our scale.
Is Don't Break the Rules appropriate for kids?
Don't Break the Rules is marked clean, with no explicit content flag. Parents describe it as funny, educational.
Where can I listen to Don't Break the Rules?
Don't Break the Rules is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Amazon Music and other podcast apps. It's free to listen to.
Why do parents recommend Don't Break the Rules?
The point that comes up most is "great voices & acting" — mentioned in 7 of the 81 reviews we analysed.
Episodes
26 to play, newest first
S3 E5: Bonus Episode: Live from New York!
Oct 1, 2024 · 15 min
More sprinkles! Julian, Kaitlin, and Chris S. join host Carly C. for this special episode recorded in front of a live audience.
S3 E4: You Play! It's Raining Donuts
Sep 24, 2024 · 12 min
You get to be the actor and play Don't Break the Rules with host Carly Ciarrocchi.
S3 E3: You Play! Faboobob
Sep 17, 2024 · 14 min
You get to compete to be the funniest! Play Don't Break the Rules with Carly C. as many times as you want, with your friends and family or by yourself!
S3 E2: You Don't Know My Life
Sep 10, 2024 · 22 min
Chaos, krakens, snails and more as Chris K, Kaitlin, Sean and Melissa compete to be the funniest voice-actor. Recorded with the wacky ideas of a live NYC family audience.
S3 E1: The Pelican Forest
Sep 3, 2024 · 25 min
Our actors journey into a Pelican Forest with suggestions from a live NYC audience. Root for Melissa, Sean, Kaitlin, and Chris K. as they compete to be the funniest voice-actor!
S2 E11: You Play! Worm and Jelly Sandwich
Jul 16, 2024 · 13 min
Bring your own funny! You get to be the actor and play Don't Break the Rules with host Carly Ciarrocchi.
S2 E10: Corny Jokes
Jul 9, 2024 · 18 min
Dolphins, farts, peanutbutter and more as Kaitlin, Melissa, Nick and Julian get twisted up with flipped characters in this improv competition.
S2 E9: Monstrous Pizza Party: Monster Special
Jun 25, 2024 · 20 min
Find out what monsters bring to a pizza party in our ALL MONSTER SPECIAL. Carly is a Witch and Melissa, Matt, Kaitlin and Nick are monstrously funny. Oh - and Baby Witches cast a spell!
S2 E8: Trash it!
Jun 18, 2024 · 17 min
Squirrels in backpacks and jellybeans on roller coasters as Ashley, Chris K., Julian, and Rebecca meet the biggest whale in the ocean.
S2 E7: Oh, Fart: Fairytale Special
Jun 11, 2024 · 19 min
Spells gone wrong, impolite dragons, and a gross true love's kiss. It's a FAIRYTALE SPECIAL with Sarah, Kaitlin, Sean, and Chris S. and watch out - Carly's got a magic wand!
S2 E6: My Grandma is Cool
Jun 4, 2024 · 19 min
Can you imagine your grandma at a dance club? It's happening in this funny epsiode as Matthew, Kaitlin, Lilla and Julian compete.
S2 E5: Sparkle On: Musical Special
May 28, 2024 · 20 min
Parrots and fairies get their sparkle on in this ALL MUSICAL episode with Melissa, Ashley, Sean, and Chris K. with host Carly Glitterpiano.