Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages
by Starglow Media
From the publisher
On the Stories Podcast, we perform a new story for your children every week. The stories range from retellings of fairy tales like Snow White to classic stories like Peter Rabbit and even completely original works. Everything is G rated and safe for all ages.
Why we recommend it
Classic fairy tales, folktales and originals retold for the whole family — a warm, long-running staple that holds up at bedtime and on car rides.
What parents actually say
High confidence · 200 detailed reviewsPlenty of detailed reviews to work from, so these patterns are pretty dependable. We summarise the 200 reviews long enough to describe the show, out of 399 in total — one-line raves don't tell you much.
Why parents put it on
The moments it actually gets used for.
- Works at bedtimeTop16
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- “They’ve been a big part of my bedtime routine, and I’m genuinely grateful for how they’ve helped me over the years.”
- “It helps me go to sleep and everything.”
- Great voices & acting10
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- “Great stories, great voice acting.”
- “I did like it when I was younger but now I see why it is dum, It’s super repetitive with the same voice actor every single time someone stories make no sense and the voice is su…”
- Great for car rides4
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- “My dad loved driving me to school while listening to this podcast.”
- “It’s the one thing we’re can agree on for car rides.”
- Works for mixed ages4
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- “It’s amazing for all ages.”
- “Great for ALL ages!”
What it's about
What comes up when parents describe it.
- Storytelling & adventureTop91
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- “I love all the stories, and I have listened to the entire podcast at least twice now!!”
- “It’s a wonderful story with at least 3 different good morals.”
- Original songs & music18
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- “Ive memorized the theme song!”
- “I’ve been listening to this podcast since I was a kid and the songs are well written and the stories make you feel like you’re part of the place it is truly one of the most magn…”
- Humor & silliness6
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- “Please please please please please please please please add more dog king like were they break a dog (Rambo) out of the pound because the barck of tuly also the line “pickles sl…”
- “That person wanted to be funny.”
- Animals & nature5
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- “Kicks: roundhouse=3 punch=2 back kick = 4 backspin= 6 Kamjang / foul: falling, kicking legs, head kicks, stepping out of the ring Armor: hogu/chest guard, shin guards, arm guard…”
- “they are scientifically proven to be the most loyal and loving domestic animal.”
- Feelings & empathy4
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- “I’m a peacemaker and you should spread kindness not hate.”
- “(This is my happy I don’t know emotion) -> AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!…”
- History & mythology4
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- “Yesss, I love Greek mythology too.”
- “Cuz i like a lot of them like the greek god one and snow white, but i dont wanna scroll down for like 2 minutes, ( hosts stop reading here) also there is a lot of drama in the r…”
What it feels like
The mood parents describe.
- CalmingTop11
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- “at first I thought they were just stories, but then I really listened and they really helped calm and soothe me.”
- “They have this knack for creating a peaceful atmosphere that makes it so much easier to just relax and unwind.”
- Funny6
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- “Please please please please please please please please add more dog king like were they break a dog (Rambo) out of the pound because the barck of tuly also the line “pickles sl…”
- “That person wanted to be funny.”
Who's actually listening
From the 5 reviews that name a child's age.
- Teens (13+)3
- Preschool (3-5)2
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 Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages
In the publisher's own words, as they describe the show on its feed.
On the Stories Podcast, we perform a new story for your children every week. The stories range from retellings of fairy tales like Snow White to classic stories like Peter Rabbit and even completely original works. Everything is G rated and safe for all ages. The perfect kids podcast for imaginative families. Whether you’re driving with your children or just want to limit your kids’ screen time, Stories Podcast delivers entertainment that kids and parents alike will love.
Parent reviews (399)
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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anderdingus 2.0 · Oct 2026
To: Archer Doran
Yeah there’s nearly always some sort of drama in this review section 🫠
Emoji Master😶🌫️🐻🍭💕 · Oct 2026
Curious…
There’s drama in the reviews of a kids podcast? Sounds interesting. Why fight about a spelling error? How much of a chud does one have to be. (Looking at you Chug Splash) What is there to argue about genuinely…? Also DogLover, spelling errors are a common thing, and you shouldn’t listen to some random person on the internet about a little spelling error. Really hope that I know everything about what’s happening before posting this review lol. (Started listening to this podcast in like, 2017 or smth).
Archer Doran · Sep 2026
ITS SO GOOD 😊
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GAMER 36811😘 · Sep 2026
To totallynotatroll
Ty for saying that I really appreciate u r so awesome and kind Doglover🌸🌺 out
Doglover🌸🌺 · Sep 2026
Idea for story
How about you do the magician’s elephant? Do it like you did the Wizard of Oz yours, truly ellaphant
I Ellaphant · Sep 2026
Doglover
Doglover is chill why we hating
LoginiThewweni · Sep 2026
Chug splash
Are we actually serious right now? You told Dog Lover to learn how to spell, and yet you can’t even properly use punctuation. Quit being such a hypocrite. Also, Dog Lover, you don’t need to apologize to anyone for spelling errors at all. They’re a common thing, and it’s totally ok.
TotallyNotATroll🙂 · Sep 2026
Showing the 120 most recent of 399 reviews we analysed. The summaries above use all of them.
Questions parents ask
What age is Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages for?
Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages is aimed at ages 3–10. In their reviews, parents most often mention teens (13+) and preschool (3-5).
How long are Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages episodes?
Most episodes run about 19 minutes, so an episode fits comfortably into a school run or a bedtime routine.
Is Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages any good?
It holds 4.3 out of 5 from 12,710 ratings, with 399 written parent reviews, which works out to a B+ on our scale.
Is Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages appropriate for kids?
Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages is marked clean, with no explicit content flag. Parents describe it as calming, funny.
Where can I listen to Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages?
Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Amazon Music and other podcast apps. It's free to listen to.
Why do parents recommend Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages?
The point that comes up most is "works at bedtime" — mentioned in 16 of the 200 reviews we analysed.
Episodes
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Throwback: Narcissus and Echo
Oct 1, 2026 · 20 min
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Narcissus and Echo! Our retelling of the classic Greek myth about the most beautiful and self-centered man in the world! Check out Stories RPG our new show where we play games like Starsworn with all your Max Goodname friends, and Gigacity Guardians featuring the brilliant firefly! https://link.chtbl.com/gigacity Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Check out our new YouTube channel at youtube.com/storiespodcast. If you've ever wanted to read along with our stories, now you can! These read-along versions of our stories are great for early readers trying to improve their skills or even adults learning English for the first time. Check it out.
Throwback: Animal Jam
Sep 24, 2026 · 18 min
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Animal Jam! Dylan is hoping for a peaceful day playing guitar in the woods, but when he runs into basically every predator that lives in the forest, he feels anything but peaceful. What is he going to do to get out of this?? Check out Stories RPG our new show where we play games like Starsworn with all your Max Goodname friends, and Gigacity Guardians featuring the brilliant firefly! https://link.chtbl.com/gigacity Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Check out our new YouTube channel at youtube.com/storiespodcast. If you've ever wanted to read along with our stories, now you can! These read-along versions of our stories are great for early readers trying to improve their skills or even adults learning E
Throwback: The Mighty Shadow
Sep 18, 2026 · 23 min
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Mighty Shadow! Scout is pretty sure he's the biggest and the baddest wolf in the whole forest, but everyone else thinks he's just a bully. Can the Lion Queen set him straight? Check out Stories RPG our new show where we play games like Starsworn with all your Max Goodname friends, and Gigacity Guardians featuring the brilliant firefly! https://link.chtbl.com/gigacity Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Check out our new YouTube channel at youtube.com/storiespodcast. If you've ever wanted to read along with our stories, now you can! These read-along versions of our stories are great for early readers trying to improve their skills or even adults learning English for the first time. Check it out.
Throwback: The Belly of the Beast
Sep 10, 2026 · 19 min
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Belly of the Beast! Kaya wants to make friends with her neighbors, but they don't seem interested in getting to know her! But when everyone gets swallowed by a great big monster, will her neighbors suddenly come around and decide to be friends? Check out Stories RPG our new show where we play games like Starsworn with all your Max Goodname friends, and Gigacity Guardians featuring the brilliant firefly! https://link.chtbl.com/gigacity Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Check out our new YouTube channel at youtube.com/storiespodcast. If you've ever wanted to read along with our stories, now you can! These read-along versions of our stories are great for early readers trying to improve their skills o
The Land of Lummp
Sep 4, 2026 · 22 min
Today's episode is a story written for you by Daniel Hinds. Billy, a boy who feels insecure about being shorter than his classmates, meets a gnome named Snailpail. Billy goes to the magical Land of Lummp with Snailpail, where Billy is treated like a giant and asked to help with various chores. Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Check out our new YouTube channel at youtube.com/storiespodcast. If you've ever wanted to read along with our stories, now you can! These read-along versions of our stories are great for early readers trying to improve their skills or even adults learning English for the first time. Check it out.
Throwback: The Know-It-All
Sep 2, 2026 · 17 min
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Know-It-All! Abdul is pretty sure he knows everything. His favorite sayings are "half your life is lost without knowledge" and "well, actually..." (and everyone is pretty sick of hearing them). But what will happen when he spends a week on his uncle's boat? How can he know everything there when he doesn't even know how to sail?? Check out Stories RPG our new show where we play games like Starsworn with all your Max Goodname friends, and Gigacity Guardians featuring the brilliant firefly! https://link.chtbl.com/gigacity Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Check out our new YouTube channel at youtube.com/storiespodcast. If you've ever wanted to read along with our stories, now you can! These read-alon
Anne of Green Gables - Chapter 28
Aug 26, 2026 · 21 min
This week we are continuing the story of Anne of Green Gables, written by L. M. Montgomery. Enjoy this classic with us every week on Thursday, with your favorite story reader, Amanda Weldin! Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Check out our new YouTube channel at youtube.com/storiespodcast. If you've ever wanted to read along with our stories, now you can! These read-along versions of our stories are great for early readers trying to improve their skills or even adults learning English for the first time. Check it out.
Throwback: Phoenix Feathers
Aug 25, 2026 · 18 min
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. Phoenix Feathers! Fan would really like some friends, and there are lots of other birds around for her to hang out with! The only thing is they think she should be able to sing or hunt or grow really bright feathers, and... she can't. What will she do?? Check out Stories RPG our new show where we play games like Starsworn with all your Max Goodname friends, and Gigacity Guardians featuring the brilliant firefly! https://link.chtbl.com/gigacity Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Check out our new YouTube channel at youtube.com/storiespodcast. If you've ever wanted to read along with our stories, now you can! These read-along versions of our stories are great for early readers trying to improve their ski
The Cave of Heaven
Aug 21, 2026 · 20 min
Today's story is an adaptation of a Japanese legend, written for you by Grace Hinds. It's a story about a goddess named Amaterasu and her younger brother Susanoo. She goes to Amanoiwato, Heaven’s Rock Cave, after an argument with her brother. Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Check out our new YouTube channel at youtube.com/storiespodcast. If you've ever wanted to read along with our stories, now you can! These read-along versions of our stories are great for early readers trying to improve their skills or even adults learning English for the first time. Check it out.
Throwback: The Celebrated Jumping Frog!
Aug 20, 2026 · 22 min
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Celebrated Jumping Frog! Samuel is looking for information about his old family friend, Leonidas Smiley, and he's convinced that Simon Wheeler can help. Based on the classic story by Mark Twain about persistence and history and of course, a celebrated jumping frog! Check out Stories RPG our new show where we play games like Starsworn with all your Max Goodname friends, and Gigacity Guardians featuring the brilliant firefly! https://link.chtbl.com/gigacity Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Check out our new YouTube channel at youtube.com/storiespodcast. If you've ever wanted to read along with our stories, now you can! These read-along versions of our stories are great for early readers trying to i
Artemis and the Hunt
Aug 13, 2026 · 23 min
Today's story is an adaptation of a classic Greek myth written for you by Grace Hinds. Otus and Ephialtes, half-mortal sons of Poseidon, plan to overthrow the gods. Artemis, daughter of Zeus and Leto, finds out and interferes. Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Check out our new YouTube channel at youtube.com/storiespodcast. If you've ever wanted to read along with our stories, now you can! These read-along versions of our stories are great for early readers trying to improve their skills or even adults learning English for the first time. Check it out.
Throwback: The Elephant's Dilemma
Aug 11, 2026 · 21 min
Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. The Elephant's Dilemma! Little Millie has been tied up at Old Mr. Price's zoo for so long that she's not just a calf anymore, she's a full-grown elephant. But is she big enough to finally pull herself free? Check out Stories RPG our new show where we play games like Starsworn with all your Max Goodname friends, and Gigacity Guardians featuring the brilliant firefly! https://link.chtbl.com/gigacity Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!! If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us! Check out our new YouTube channel at youtube.com/storiespodcast. If you've ever wanted to read along with our stories, now you can! These read-along versions of our stories are great for early readers trying to improve their skills or even adults learning English for the fir