Check this out! Podcast4kids
A podcast series for kids where we explore interesting people, places, ponderings and past moments from history that shape the world around us.
Listen to 5-25 minute episodes for fun facts, interactive celebrations of knowledge, and cool takeaways.
Appropriate for elementary aged kids (5-12 years old)
Hosted by Amy Contreras, featuring her daughter Cece
Amy has a BA of History from the University of Arizona and has spent her career in corporate Learning & Development, working at global organizations such as Uber, LinkedIn, and more.
Check this out! Podcast4kids covers topics such as historical figures, historical events, history questions, and more.
Episodes
54 episodes
The Beatles (Artists and Musicians from History)
In this fun and informative episode of "Check this Out," Cece and Amy take listeners on an exciting journey through the story of The Beatles, one of the most famous bands of all time. Kids and their grownups will learn about how the band formed...
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Season 1
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Episode 54
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20:05
Pablo Picasso (Artists & Musicians from History)
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating life and legacy of Pablo Picasso, one of the most influential artists of all time. Tune in as hosts Cece and Amy discuss Picasso's early years in Spain, his prodigious talent, and his artistic journ...
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Season 1
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Episode 53
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14:15
Aretha Franklin (Artists and musicians from history)
In this fun and inspiring episode of Check This Out! for kids and their grownups, Cece and Amy explore the life of the legendary singer Aretha Franklin, also known as the Queen of Soul. They share how she was born in Memphis but grew u...
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Season 1
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Episode 52
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10:49
Frida Kahlo (Artists & Musicians from history)
In this exciting episode of Check this Out! podcast for kids and their grownups, Cece and Amy explore the vibrant life and artwork of Frida Kahlo, one of the most iconic artists of all time. Frida Kahlo also happens to be Cece's favori...
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Season 1
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Episode 51
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15:16
Mega episode on Ruby Bridges, Mount Everest, Malala Yousafzai, Wangari Maathai, Helen Keller
Join us for a special mega episode to celebrate the 50th episode of Check this out! Cece has chosen 5 of her favorite episodes to help us celebrate this big moment! Tune in to hear about why these are Cece's favorite episodes and catch up...
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Episode 50
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1:00:39
Eruption of Mount Vesuvius - the destruction of Pompeii (Past Moments from History)
In this exciting episode of Check This Out!, Amy and Cece take young listeners on a journey back in time to explore the dramatic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD and its impact on the ancient city of Pompeii. Discover how a sudden v...
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Season 1
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Episode 49
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14:46
The California Gold Rush (Past Moments from History)
Discover the exciting story of the California Gold Rush in this engaging episode of "Check this out!" tailored for kids and their parents. Join Cece and Amy as they explore how a life-changing discovery in 1848 sparked the largest migration in ...
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Season 1
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Episode 48
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12:12
The Lost Colony of Roanoke (Past moments from History Series)
The episode explores the fascinating mystery of the Lost Colony of Roanoke, a group of early English settlers who disappeared over 400 years ago in what is now North Carolina. Hosted by Amy and Cece, the story covers the history of the colony, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 47
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12:09
The Sinking of the Titanic (Past Moments from History Series)
Join Cece and Amy on this exciting episode of Check This Out! as they dive into the fascinating history of the Titanic—one of the most famous ships in the world. From its luxurious design and size to its tragic sinking after hitting an...
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Season 1
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Episode 46
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16:00
Christopher Columbus and the voyage of 1492 (Past Moments from history series)
Join Cece and Amy on the "Check This Out!" podcast for kids as they explore the fascinating history of Christopher Columbus and his 1492 voyage to the Americas. Discover the real story behind Columbus’s journey, including who he was...
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Season 1
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Episode 45
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16:52
The French Revolution of 1789 (Past Moments from History Series)
Welcome to "Check This Out!" where we explore exciting moments from history! In this episode, we dive into the French Revolution—a big time in France’s history that changed the country forever. We learn about why the revolution started, includi...
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Season 1
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Episode 44
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17:03
Apollo 11- The 1969 Moon Landing (Past Moments from History)
Discover the incredible story of the Apollo 11 1969 Moon landing in this exciting episode of Check This Out!, a fun and educational history podcast for elementary-aged kids and their families. Join hosts Amy and Cece as the...
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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16:19
The Fall of the Berlin Wall (Past Moments from History)
Join us on this exciting episode of Check This Out!, where we dive into a fascinating chapter of world history — the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Perfect for elementary-aged kids, parents, and teachers, this episode explores how th...
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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14:04
4th of July 1776- American Independence Day (Past Moment From History)
Celebrate American history and the birth of a nation with our latest episode of Check This Out! — an engaging, kid-friendly exploration of July 4th, 1776, and the Declaration of Independence. Perfect for young learners and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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12:21
The Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand (Past Moments from History)
Explore the pivotal event that ignited World War I in this engaging episode of "Check This Out!" designed for curious kids and their grownups. Learn about the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie on June 28, 1914, in Sa...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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14:24
Juneteenth (Past Moments From History)
This episode of Check This Out! explores the history and significance of Juneteenth. This holiday commemorates the official end of slavery in the United States. Hosts Amy and Cece explain how the holiday originated fr...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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13:23
Victoria Falls (7 natural wonders of the world)
In this episode of Check This Out! Podcast for Kids and Grownups, Amy and Cece delve into the fascinating world of Victoria Falls, one of the world's most awe-inspiring natural wonders. They explore its location on the border between Z...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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13:43
D-Day the Invasion of Normandy (Past Moments from History Series)
This special episode of Check this out! Podcast for kids commemorates the 81st anniversary of D-Day. D-day was the pivotal invasion of Normandy that took place on June 6, 1944, during World War II. Hosted by Amy Contreras and her da...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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13:50
The Great Barrier Reef (7 Natural Wonders of the World Series)
In this lively episode of Check This Out!, Cece and Amy explore the magnificent Great Barrier Reef, a natural wonder of the world. The episode begins with a fun review of previously discussed wonders like the Grand Canyon, Mount...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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19:29
Aurora Borealis - The Northern Lights (7 Natural Wonders of the World Series)
In this delightful episode of "Check This Out!" podcast for kids, Cece and Amy dive into the natural wonder of the Aurora Borealis, commonly known as the Northern Lights. They explore the science behind this mesmerizing phenomenon, explaining h...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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18:19
Paricutin Volcano (7 Natural Wonders of the World Series)
In this engaging episode of "Check This Out!" for kids and their grownups, Amy and Cece explore some of the world's most fascinating natural wonders. They dive into the story of the Paricutin Volcano in Mexico. Discover how this volcano w...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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13:47
The Harbor of Rio de Janeiro (7 natural wonders of the world series)
In this fun and educational episode of Check This Out!, Cece and Amy explore the amazing natural wonder of the Harbor of Rio de Janeiro, also known as Guanabara Bay. They share fascinating facts about its size, surrounding mountains li...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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9:57
Mount Everest (7 natural wonders of the world series)
In this episode of Check This Out!, Cece and Amy take young listeners on an exciting journey to explore Mount Everest, one of the world's seven natural wonders. They discuss Everest’s location in the Himalayas, its incredible height of...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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16:43
History of The Grand Canyon (7 Natural Wonders of the World Series)
Welcome to a new episode of Check This Out!, the podcast for kids and their grown-ups! Join Amy and Cece as they embark on a thrilling adventure to uncover the depths of the Grand Canyon. The duo dives into intriguing facts, trivia, an...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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21:06
Eva "Evita" Perón (Women Who Changed the World Series)
Women Who Changed the World - Eva "Evita" PerónHosts Amy Contreras and Cece dive into the incredible life of Eva "Evita" Perón, the former First Lady of Argentina. The episode explores Eva's early life, from her humble beginnings ...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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22:33
