Good Stuff Kids

Scott Graham started an after school program that has developed into a regional success story. He even started a summer camp called Camp Kahuna to continue the great work of his organization. His work with Kids 4 Kids has earned him a Meritorious Service Decoration from the Governor General of Canada! Scott believes that kids can be leaders and puts this idea into practice every day. This is a great chat and Scott’s story is awesome. Continue reading Episode #113 – Scott Graham (Kids 4 Kids) on the site.

Paul Reisler from Kid Pan Alley was so interesting to talk to.  He told me about his time playing hammer dulcimer with the band Trapezoid and everything that led to him being a teacher who travels around the world helping kids write songs.  "Kid Pan Alley's mission is to inspire and empower children to work together to become creators of their own music and to rekindle creativity as a core value in education through the group songwriting process."  I think you will be moved by the work that Paul does, and you should give Kid Pan Alley's latest album, 'One Little Song Can Change The World', a listen with your kids. Continue reading Episode #112 – Paul Reisler from Kid Pan Alley on the site.

I had so much fun chatting with Mister G.  If you want to hear some beautiful and inspired music that your whole famiily will love you have to listen to his latest releast 'Mundo Verde / Green World' which is filled with environmental themes.  Be sure to stay until the end of this episode to hear Mister G's brand new song 'Patas en el Aire'.  Did I mention that Mister G won a Latin Grammy?!  He did! Continue reading Episode #111 – Mister G on the site.

The Canadian National Pond Hockey Championships!  What are the Canadian Pond Hockey Championships?  You'll need to listen to the source, John Teljeur, teach us about what makes Pond Hockey different.  It sounds like a complete blast.  In fact, it sounds like "Pondemonium"  (that's not my joke.  I wish I were that clever). Continue reading Good Stuff Sports #13 – John Teljeur (Canadian National Pond Hockey Championships) on the site.

Are you down with the Instant Pot?  I'm down with the Instant Pot.  I use it for sushi rice, artichokes, and Lentil Soup.  You know who is way way way more down with the Instant Pot than I am?  This week's guest, Coco Morante.  She's a genius with the Instant Pot and, in addition to having a bustling facebook page, she just put out a book of Instant Pot recipes.  Check her out!  Oh wait!  There's more, a brand new 4+1! Continue reading Episode #110 – Coco Morante on the site.

Happy 2018!  Let's start the year off right with April and Amy Rankin who were a total joy to talk to.  They are country music singin' kid friendly musicians who totally go for it!  Their music for adults isn't half bad either.  You must stay tuned all the way to the end of the show to hear their song 'Love Yer Guts'.   Continue reading Episode #109 – April and Amy (The Rankin Twins) on the site.

Emily Crocker has worked with Hal Leonard for many years!  Her latest project are a series of interactive music books in collaboration with Disney.  This new series features Mickey Mouse, Rapunzel, and Moana and they all encourage kids to make music.  I loved talked to Emily about all of the work that she's done with Hal Leonard.  Odd's are that if you were in a choir at any point in your childhood you used a book that Emily worked on.  It was such an honor to talk to her.  I also loved testing these books out with my girls.  Real reviews from my kids.  They loved them! Check these books out - Great Holiday gifts!  They're all available on Amazon. Continue reading Episode #108 – Emily Crocker (From Hal Leonard Publishing) on the site.

Cowboy Andy from Cowboy Andy and the Salamandars drops by to talk tunes, and it was a really fun chat!  He's the first person I've ever talked to from Montana, and now I want to go.  With songs like 'Matt Damon Magnetized Me', and 'Bubbles' how could this not be incredibly fun?!  I want to be just like Cowboy Andy. Continue reading Episode #107 – Cowboy Andy (From The Salamanders) on the site.

Courtney Miller is an award winning women's lacrosse player.  She taught me a lot about women's lacrosse throughout the course of this conversation.  She has played at the D1 College Level, and has been playing for the Israeli National Women's Team for the last several seasons.  Courtney has recovered from a torn ACL to return to the sport that she loves.  Her story is guaranteed to inspire you. Continue reading Good Stuff Sports #12 – Courtney Miller on the site.

Twinkle is back!  She's got a brand new album - which you helped to make!  Listen to some behind the scenes stories about the album, and hear the brand new song 'Just Dance' from the album of the same name.  This is some righteous dance pop music that your family will love.  Be sure to watch this "Making of Just Dance" video to get a real understanding of just how hard Twinkle works: Continue reading Episode #106 – Twinkle Returns! on the site.

What a fun and interesting conversation with Morgan Taylor - the brains behind Gustafer Yellowgold and Gustafer's brand new album 'Brighter Side'.  This is such a cool insight into how an artist creates.  Morgan is so willing to take Gustafer in any direction with new characters being added all the time.  Like Baconstein!  You can hear the song Baconstein at the end of this episode. Continue reading Episode #105 – Gustafer Yellowgold (Morgan Taylor) on the site.

Have you ever wondered what the world looks like through your kid's eyes?  Steve and Jen from The Dilly Dallies have you covered.  Their new album 'Walking Around With Giants' has great songs written from both a parent's and kid's perspective.  They also taught me about a new instrument.  The Glockenspiel!  Good Stuff Certified!  Stay tuned all the way to the end to hear their song 'Walking Around With Giants'. Continue reading Episode #104 – The Dilly Dallies on the site.

Ready for some great, beautiful, funny, and thoughtful music?  Josh Lovelace from NEEDTOBREATHE has just released his first kids and family record called 'Young Folk'.  It was so great to hear the stories behind some of the songs from Josh.  Josh collaborated with some incredible artists on this record like Ben Rector and Sharon and Bram.  You must check him out.  I also couldn't resist asking him about life on the road with a touring band while balancing being a caring and involved parent.  Stay tuned all the way to the end of the episode for Josh's song 'A Bear In The Woods'.  It is an instant classic. Continue reading Episode #103 – Josh Lovelace on the site.

Rebecca Dehovitz is my friend.  She is a talented educator, avid reader, and reformed picky eater!  She knows about all kinds of incredible good stuff for kids and families that you may not know about.  This was such a fun conversation to learn all about what Rebecca was into at various stages of her life.  She asked me a few questions too! Continue reading Episode #102 – (The Incredible) Rebecca DeHovitz on the site.

Randy & Dave have had so much success in the music industry, that it just makes sense that the same would apply in the kids music industry.  They are writing some of the catchiest and wittiest songs that you'll ever hear.  Make sure to check out their album 'Life on a Trampoline', and stay tuned all the way until the end of the show to hear their song 'Enjoy It While You Can'. Continue reading Episode #101 – Randy & Dave on the site.

100 Episodes!  Thanks to everyone who's been with me since the very beginning.  On episode 100 we welcome back Good Stuff favorites like Dr. Eric and Uncle D and the long overdue return of 4+1.  All of this is topped off with the return of the incredible Laurie Berkner. Continue reading Episode #100 – Laurie Berkner Returns on the site.

Jodi Norgaard and Kara Thom from Go! Go! Sports Girls have created some unique and creative sports themed dolls and accompanying stories for girls (or anyone) who love sports.  They encourage young athletes to "be fierce and sparkle" as well as the ingenious hashtag #athleteisthenewprincess.  It was great to hear how the idea came to be as well as where the dolls have taken Jodi and Kara (ie. The White House!).  These dolls make great holiday gifts... if you know what I'm saying. Continue reading Good Stuff Sports #11 – Jodi and Kara from Go! Go! Sports Girls on the site.

Do you think Ghost's like toast?  My buddies Andrew & Polly talked with me about my 4 year old's favorite song.  The Andrew & Polly version of the classic Ghostbusters song.  It was a blast to hear how the song came together, and I even learned about a new instrument!  The theremin!  Andrew & Polly's own podcast Ear Snacks just returned for season 2.  Don't miss it.  Be sure to check out more from some of our Kids Listen buddies who participated in a Halloween themed mini sweeps.  Have you listened to The Past and the Curious?  How about What if World?  Give them a listen! Continue reading Episode #99 – Andrew & Polly Break Down Ghostbusters on the site.

Suzanne Brown does it all! Books, music, videos, classes, teaching, and on and on! Check out her Youtube channel. You don’t want to miss this! She is a true expert and has contributed so much to the world of family entertainment. Continue reading Episode #98 – Suzanne Brown (Suzie Sunshine) on the site.

Are you ready for this?  I spoke to Magic Ian and Dr. Saurus from A Horse, A Spoon, A Bucket one sunny summer day not too long ago.  They are committed!  We talked about a lot of different things like gophers, vegetables, and puppy's.  This was a lot of fun.  Check them out.  Stay tuned for their song 'Vegetables' at the end of the show. Continue reading Episode #97 – A Horse, A Spoon, A Bucket on the site.