Good Stuff Kids

Colors! Or should I say Colours! Marlowe and the Mix are a super fun, poppy, and energetic group from Toronto, Canada. She also has a strong and positive message. I loved talking to Marlowe about her music and what it means to her to create high energy music for kids to enjoy. She is an award winner in Canada, specifically the Independent music awards. Her music is so great, my 5 year old daughter is sitting by my side, completely entranced with the music, as I write this! Check Marlowe out! We're also lucky that Uncle D checked in from a remote location. Continue reading Episode #62 – Marlowe (from Marlowe and the Mix) on the site.

Eric Energy (Eric Krupkin) is all about fun and science. He puts the two together to make a live show where kids of all ages are having as much fun laughing and smiling as they are learning. If you love fog, potions, and laser lights then this episode is for you! I've actually known Eric for many many years. I just hadn't talked to him or seen him in a very long time. I was and still am thrilled to reconnect with him. More of the story in the episode! Continue reading Episode #61 – Eric Energy on the site.

A double whammy in honor of episode #60! Rabbit! is releasing an EP on Tuesday called the Golden Carrot. They are fun to talk to, make great music to listen to, and are totally certified Good Stuff approved. Be sure to check out their brand new song 'Vegetables' at the end of the show. Caspar Addyman is one of the brilliant minds behind the song that is scientifically created to make babies smile! He is an expert on baby laughter, which sounds like the most joyful job a person can have. Be sure to check out and support his crowd funding effort to publish his new book! Continue reading Episode #60 – Rabbit! / Caspar Addyman on the site.

Josh Funk is an author who has written some extremely witty and fun books for kids. His latest book will be released on May 2 and it's called 'The Case of the Stinky Stench' which is a sequel to his book 'Lady Pancake and Sir French Toast'. It was really great to hear all about how Josh writes and then publishes his books. He also has the greatest email address in modern history. I'm not going to tell you what it is, but it involves funk, and you know how we feel about funk here at the Good Stuff Kids Podcast. Continue reading Episode #59 – Josh Funk on the site.

Mini Golf! You love it, I love it, everyone loves it! Mr. Tee (Tom) and The Pink Putter (Robin) take their love of Mini Golf to an amazing level. They have a website called a A Couple of Putts where they review various mini golf courses around the country. They've also designed several mini golf holes, and they shared some awesome advice on how young mini golf enthusiasts can build their own holes at home! Continue reading GS Sports #5 – A Couple of Putts (Tom and Robin) on the site.

Billy Kelly brings the comedy that is completely appropriate for kids and families. Billy is certified and bonafied Good Stuff approved! We all need a laugh these days and Billy can totally bring it! To top it all off he's also a family musician. You should definitely check out Billy's new album called 'My First Comedy Album'. This is good and clean fun. Continue reading Episode #58 – Billy Kelly on the site.

You love podcasts, right? Your kids are getting into podcasts, right? I've got a good one for you to listen to together as a family. It's The Alien Adventures of Finn Caspian. I talked to Finn's creator/writer/producer Jonathan Messinger about the show. It's a sci-fi podcast for kids and it is great. Sci-Fi! For kids!! Continue reading Episode #57 – Jonathan Messinger (The Alien Adventures of Finn Caspian) on the site.

Jason Mesches is on the show this week and we're talking about his brand of kids music. Jason is upbeat, high energy, and an all around great guy! He and I have circled each other for years and it was great to finally connect and talk with him about his music. Jason is extremely funny and creative. Be sure to look up his music and videos! He also has a photo album on facebook called "Singing, Jumping, Sweating". How can you not love that? Continue reading Episode #56 – Jason Mesches on the site.

Joe Licata is a quarterback. A very good quarterback. He was the captain of the State University at Buffalo Bulls at a peak of the programs success. He played in a bowl game! Now he's training the next generation of quarterbacks in Western New York and he's off to a great start with a crop of young qb's who Joe believes has the goods to go to the next level. Joe also shares some of his favorite moments on the field as well as the players that inspire him. Of course, since he's from Buffalo we talk chicken wings, pizza, and beef on weck. Continue reading GS Sports #4 – Joe Licata on the site.

Bobby Beetcut has got a message. A message of positivity, peace, and healthy living. It was great to talk to him about his music and what inspires him. You've got to hear how he came up with the name Bobby Beetcut as well as the story behind his glasses. You'll finish this one with a smile on your face. Be sure to listen all the way to the end to hear a part of his song 'Beautiful Day'. Continue reading Episode #55 – Bobby Beetcut on the site.

Have you ever wondered about how an iconic game came into existence? I spoke to Harry Gottlieb who created the game 'You Don't Know Jack' and he told me about the steps to make the game along with keeping the game fun as the world goes more and more mobile. We also talked about some of the other fun games that his company is working on! Continue reading Episode #54 – Harry Gottlieb (You Don’t Know Jack) on the site.

Colin Gunderson knows a lot about baseball. He completely loves the game and that comes through on his "Love of Baseball Podcast". Colin spent several years working for the LA Dodgers organization and has since spoken with many great players for his podcast. He has spent time up close and personal and has seen the work that goes in to being a professional baseball player. Continue reading GS Sports #3 – Colin Gunderson – Love of Baseball Podcast on the site.

Whoa! I talked to Jerry Casagrande who wrote and directed the incredible movie 'On the Wing'. Have you ever thought about what it would be like to write and film your own movie? Welll, Jerry tells me all about what goes into making a movie. 'On the Wing' is available on Amazon On Demand as well as iTunes. It's a great and very family friendly movie! Continue reading Episode #53 – Jerry Casagrande (On The Wing Movie) on the site.

Do you have a reader in your house? If you do, or even if you don't you should check out Kitty Felde's Podcast 'Book Club for Kids' where "kids talk about books". Kitty has a wealth of experience in radio and she puts it to good use in putting together a show that often goes beyond simple questions and answers and gets at the heart of what her readers are thinking about and feeling! She also recruits some noteable guest hosts. The show's website has a ton of great information so be sure to check it out. And... DR. ERIC RETURNS!!! Continue reading Episode #52 – Kitty Felde from Book Club For Kids on the site.

Welcome to the first full episode of Good Stuff Sports. I spoke to Greg Cohen who is a professional Ultimate Frisbee Player based in the Bay Area. I spoke to him about his path to playing frisbee as well as the work that went in to him making the San Jose Spiders and San Francisco Revolver. We also re-lived some of his favorite in game moments. Continue reading GS Sports #2 – Greg Cohen on the site.

Splatboombang! Rhythm and drumming are the keys to Cory Hills new album 'Drum Factory'. Cory uses percussion instruments to tell stories and he even got out some drums when we were talking to demonstrate! He has some incredible videos on his website that demonstrate just how awesome his approach to music and storytelling are! Continue reading Episode #51 – Cory Hills on the site.

Here is a small taste of what's to come on Good Stuff Sports. Continue reading GS Sports #1 – Teaser on the site.

Episode #50! Can you believe it? Neither can I. It was a total thrill to talk to Marcy Heisler and Zina Goldrich. They are a songwriting pair who have written some incredible music together that has been enjoyed by theater-goers around the world! They just released the brand new album/soundtrack for 'Junie B. Jones The Musical'. Everyone knows Junie B.! We talked songwriting and classic musicals. So unbelievably fun. I also caught Josh the Lawyer just as he and his family were about to leave for a trip to the UK. Josh the Lawyer was going to help me do something different with the 50th episode, but we didn't quite get to it. Don't worry, it will happen eventually and this short conversation more than makes up for it. 50 Episodes! Thanks to everyone who has supported the Good Stuff Kids Podcast! Here's to 50,000,000 more. Continue reading Episode #50 – Zina Goldrich and Marcy Heisler (Junie B. Jones the Musical) on the site.

Electro-Kindie! That's what I'm talking about! Electro-Kindie! I had a great time talking to Liz DeRoche aka The Singing Lizard about her musical journey and especially about the impact that she has on kids during her shows. Liz is super talented. She produces all of her music herself. You've got to hear about some of the people that she has toured with. Make sure to stay tuned all the way until the end to hear Liz's song 'Club Called Awesome.' Continue reading Episode #49 – Liz DeRoche aka The Singing Lizard on the site.

Coming soon - a brand new podcast hosted by 'Good Stuff Kids' Mike Mason where young sports fans can hear from athletes, writers, podcasters, coaches, and many others who are involved in the world of sports. We will hear stories that will inspire young athletes as well as some of our guests favorite highlights and memories. Good Stuff Sports - Coming in early 2017. Continue reading Good Stuff Sports – A New Podcast Coming Soon on the site.