Good Stuff Kids

Enter Marky Monday's world!  It's full of important things like chickens, superheroes, and dairy.  Yes dairy!  It was great to get to know Marky Monday and hear about the work that he's done.  He's got a live show that can't be missed.  Be sure to check out his website for tour dates.  Your kids will love it!  Stay tuned all the way to the end of the episode to hear 'Chick Chick Chicken' which my kids totally love as well as 'Superheroes'.  Be sure to get a copy of his latest record 'Marky Monday's Adventures in Dreamland'. Continue reading Episode #130 – Marky Monday on the site.

If you need inspiration to get outdoors and see the world then you have got to check out Hiker Steve. He's all about helping people cultivate their passion for being outside. In many cases it's a family affair for him too. He loves to hike with his son. Be sure to check out his website to stay updated on everything that he's up to. He shares many beautiful photos and is a very good social media-er. Continue reading Good Stuff Sports #16 – Hiker Steve on the site.

Mother's Day is this Sunday, so be sure to treat the mother's in your life to the beautiful and fun new record by Cheri Magill.  The album is called 'Tour Guide', and it is all about Cheri's journey through motherhood.  You can hear the brand new song 'Tour Guide' if you stay tuned all the end of this episode.  Cheri and I bonded over some shared parenthood experiences.  You must be sure to show the Mother's in your life Cheri's video for the song 'Crazy'.  They will most definitely relate!  You can see it right here, right now! Continue reading Episode #129 – Cheri Magill on the site.

ime to rock with Erick and Brendan from Spaghetti Eddie!  We had a really fun talk and I think you’ll really like their brand new album which is the fifth volume of family music that they've released. Check out all their videos as well!  Be sure to stay tuned all the the way to the end to hear their fantastic new song ‘Let’s Go Explore’. Continue reading Episode #128 – Spaghetti Eddie on the site.

Sara Lovell is back with an incredible new record, ‘Wild is Everywhere’. Stay tuned all the way to the end of show for the brand new song ‘Rhinoceros Under the Bed’. Sara’s new record came out on April 20th, and she’s got lot’s of cool stuff lined up to mark the release of the album. You can see her at the album release concert in Oakland on Saturday, April 28. Get your tickets here! Check out her new video for the song Bounce: Continue reading Episode #127 – Sara Lovell Returns! on the site.

John Demers has had a very unique and cool career in showbiz.  Ever thought about being an actor as a younger person?  He did it!  Ever watch the West Wing?  He was on it!  Ever dreamed of creating your own educational TV show and filming it in your home town?  He did it!  It's called Rusty Bucket Kids, and you're going to love hearing about it.  It's quickly approaching the 10th anniversary of the show, and I was thrilled to get to talk to John about some of the behind the scenes work that went into making the show. Continue reading Episode #126 – John Demers (Rusty Bucket Kids) on the site.

Lisa and Mike like to go on vacation.  Don't you?  The main difference is  that Lisa and Mike like to go on bicycle vacations.  They ride their bikes everywhere!  They've even started bringing their kids along.  They document their trips of their Youtube Channel.  You'll learn a lot from hearing how they prepare and be super jealous of some of the places that they've been! Here's a special treat - Mike also has a career as a musician for kids!  He's the guy behind two kids albums, Howdy Tunes and Rainbow Songs You won't want to miss that part of the conversation as well as sticking around for his song 'Gigantosaurus'. Continue reading Good Stuff Sports #15 – I Like to Ride My Bike (Lisa and Mike) on the site.

I got to meet up with Melita and Isaac at Isaac's house in Oakland not too long ago.  I had such a nice time talking with them about their partnership, and kinda putting them on the spot to say nice things about each other.  Which they did!  I also got to hear them perform several songs just for me!  Don't worry, you'll hear them on this episode as well.  Melita and Isaac work really well together and it was so fun to see them interact and talk about the music that they make.  They're intentional in the music they make and are two of the kindest people I've ever been around! Continue reading Episode #125 – Melita and Isaac on the site.

Do you know anything about bitcoin?  I know nothing.  I had another talk with Joel Salvino from Good Stuff Sports #14 because in addition to being an expert hiker/backpacker, he also knows about bitcoin.  Joel did the best that he could to teach me, but I'm pretty sure I just don't get block chains and mining for bitcoin.  Anyhow, it was really fun, and you'll probably get it quicker than I ever will. I also talked to Nik Lettuce, whose brand new podcast for kids and families 'Nik Lettuce Clubhouse' is premiering in April 19th.  It was great to talk to Nik, and he made some Wrestlemania predictions. Obviously, good stuff for kids and families is not limited in scope!  Wrestling, bitcoin, and crows.  All in one episode.  Enjoy! Continue reading Episode #124 – Bitcoin 101 with Joel Salvino / Nik Lettuce Clubhouse on the site.

Talking with Lori from Music Monkey Jungle was a blast.  She is high energy and fun.  Just like the music she makes!  We had a great conversation about music and what she studied in grad school!  ORFF!  You'll have to listen to find out what exactly that is.  If you're looking for fun music with all kinds of great messages and opportunities for movement then Lori and Music Monkey Jungle have you covered Continue reading Episode #123 – Music Monkey Jungle on the site.

Don't worry, it's not that Stinky... My new buddy Adam from Stinky Ninja told me the story behind the songs and stories.  Stinky Ninja have got great quality music and a ton of videos to share.  Every week they release a new video and they're starting live performances.  If you're in Australia you've got to check them out!  Check out their song 'Tres Amigos Stinky' at the end of the show. Continue reading Episode #122 – Stinky Ninja on the site.

He's back!  If you listened to episode #11 you know how much the Good Stuff Family love Johnny Bregar's music.  It was such a treat to welcome Johnny back to talk about his new record 'Imaginary Universe'.  Be sure to listen all the way through to hear the full new song 'I Play Music'. Continue reading Episode #121 – Johnny Bregar Returns! on the site.

Have you ever done any long distance backpacking or hiking?  I've tried a little, with no success.  Joel Salvino on the other hand loves it!  So much so that he's trying to create a new connected trail system called the Wild West Trail in the Idaho area that would be the HUGE!  I learned a ton during this talk about supplies and gear.  Get outside and hike. Continue reading Good Stuff Sports #14 – Joel Salvino (The Wild West Trail) on the site.

Mat Reiffe has had a really cool, and different, music career. He was instrumental (pun!) in helping Kidz Bop become the global phenomenon it is today. Now he’s involved in another project called Lullapop Lullabies which is lullaby versions of some of the biggest hits in pop music, and they sound goooooood!  Really good.  And don't miss a very very special 4+1 Continue reading Episode #120 – Mat Reiffe (Razor & Tie Records) on the site.

This episode will definitely spark your creative thoughts!  Tami and Greg from the Paper Canoe Company have some really amazing projects for kids and families that you have to check out!  This quote from their website sums up what they are all about 'Paper Canoe creates stories that make kids feel like grown ups and make grown ups feel like kids.'  Do you think that Tami looks familiar?  Well, she just might if you've seen the Never Ending Story where she played the role of the Child-like Empress! I also caught up with Uncle D who tells me all about how he's going to spend his saturday.  Driving his "dog baby" to Louisville!  That doesn't sound funny, but it is! Continue reading Episode #119 – Tami Stronach and Greg Steinbruner (Paper Canoe Company) on the site.

I love The Go! Team.  The music that they make is phenomenal and brilliant and incorporates so many different styles that I love.  I was thrilled to be able to talk to Ian Parton from the band about the song 'Chain Link Fence' from their brand new album 'Semicircle'.  I loved that the lyrices talked about working on a relationship.  The ideas are as important for adults as they are for kids.  Granted, this episode is a bit of a departure, but I do think there are a lot of relevant ideas for kids and families in this conversation with Ian.  Be sure to listen all the way through to hear the song 'Chain Link Fence' by The Go! Team and check out their new album 'Semicircle'. Continue reading Episode #118 – Ian Parton from The Go! Team on the site.

I got to talk to Pevan & Sarah during the hottest part of the Australian summer.  I mostly spoke to Sarah actually, and Manny another big part of Pevan and Sarah.  Pevan was keeping cool in the air conditioning and couldn't make our chat.  That's ok with me.  I don't know how much I'd have to say to a tiger!  Luckily Sarah and Manny were really fun to talk to and could answer all of my questions about Pevan without putting me in danger.  You'll love hearing about some great music makers from Australia.  Stay tuned to the end of the show to hear Pevan & Sarah's song 'Keep it Moving'.  My four year old loves this one! Continue reading Episode #117 – Pevan & Sarah on the site.

Mr. Eric hosts and is a major part of the creative team behind What If World.  I am a major major fan and so are my kids.  I will even directly point you to episode #65 which Mr. Eric just released this week.  He asked me to be a part of the show!  I had such a blast.  Hope you'll check that out, and I think you'll enjoy this conversation with Mr. Eric as much as I did.  We got into it!  So fun. What if World is a podcast for kids and families that improvises stories out of "what if" questions that kids send in.  From Mr. Eric's website: "What if there were a never-ending bowl of ice cream? What if cats ruled the world? Join Abacus P Grumbler, Randall Radbot, and Whendiana Joan as they help Mr. Eric tell wacky stories inspired by your questions! Call to leave a voicemail at 205-605-WHAT and be featured on the show." Continue reading Episode #116 – Mr. Eric from What If World on the site.

Do you love what you do?  Alex 'The Zaniac' Zerbe does!  He's a family friendly comedian who also juggles and happens to be a world record hackey sack-er.  There's also a "Love" themed 4+1 just in time for valentines day.  You should also follow the hashtag #allkindsoflove brought to you by many of your friends at Kids Listen.  All kinds of different takes on the theme of Love from some of your favorite kid and family friendly podcasts!  Be sure to check out Book Power for Kids, Book Club for Kids, and the Cozy Corner Podcast. Continue reading Episode #115 – Alex Zerbe on the site.

Prolific!  Clever!  Fun!  All of those words describe Uncle Dox.  He's a hip hop loving kids musician from Minnesota who is putting out all kinds of great music!  He is also a partner in a brand new band called banana².  We'll get to that at some point soon, right Unc?  Be sure to check out Uncle Dox's music here and listen for his song Ooey Gooey Dewey at the end of the show! Continue reading Episode #114 – Uncle Dox on the site.