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Big Life Kids Podcast

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The Big Life Kids podcast teaches children to stay resilient, believe in themselves, and face life's challenges with confidence! In each episode, Zara and Leo travel the world to discover the living heroes that are making a difference in the world today. Each episode is reviewed and approved by a licensed therapist to ensure that the social-emotional learning and growth mindset lessons covered on this children's podcast are science-backed and accurate. Ideal for children ages 5-10. The podcast is produced by Big Life Journal. Visit www.biglifejournal.com for more information and to get your own companion journal! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Location:

United States

Description:

The Big Life Kids podcast teaches children to stay resilient, believe in themselves, and face life's challenges with confidence! In each episode, Zara and Leo travel the world to discover the living heroes that are making a difference in the world today. Each episode is reviewed and approved by a licensed therapist to ensure that the social-emotional learning and growth mindset lessons covered on this children's podcast are science-backed and accurate. Ideal for children ages 5-10. The podcast is produced by Big Life Journal. Visit www.biglifejournal.com for more information and to get your own companion journal! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Language:

English


Episodes

The Last EVER Episode of the Big Life Kids Podcast!

6/30/2022
In our final episode, Zara and Leo face the ultimate challenge... the Believemobile is GONE! Join us in our farewell episode as we discover how to deal with big life changes. Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:09:39

Zara and Leo are all GROWN-UP! Is it time to say goodbye?

6/23/2022
Zara and Leo are grown-ups! They meet to dig up their time capsule and remember the good times. Find out how to deal with life’s BIG CHANGES with gratitude, and discover the blind explorer who traveled far and wide to face life’s challenges head-on. Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:19:21

Are YOU Afraid of the Moany Monster?

6/16/2022
In this episode, Ava from Iran shares how she dealt with the difficulties of learning online, while Zara and Leo swap spooky stories about the perils of COMPLAINING over the campfire! Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:08:46

How to COMPLAIN so much that you turn into a ZEBRA!!!

6/9/2022
Leo is bored. Really bored. And his favorite thing to do when he’s bored? Complain. But sometimes complaining doesn’t do you any favors... especially when you’ve turned into a zebra. Find out about COMPLAINING MINDSET, and meet the inventor who turned his problem into an opportunity to make things better! Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:18:24

Disco skating for the WIN... or for the LOLS?!

6/2/2022
In this episode, Maggie from Melbourne in Australia shares how she enjoys each day of learning to use her skate shoes, and Zara and Leo get swept up in an epic ice skating disco competition! Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:09:22

Enjoy the journey and LIVE IN THE JUNGLE... or the moment!

5/26/2022
Zara and Leo are traveling by night bus along the coast of Brazil! Find out why sometimes the journey is more important than the destination, and meet the man who created his own rainforest, through love, hard work, and a TREE-mendous amount of patience! Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:17:45

Sibling CONFLICT: Resolved LIVE on reality TV... in the FOREST!

5/19/2022
In this episode, Elijah from Utah in the United States tells us how he and his brother Gideon worked through a conflict. Meanwhile, Zara and Leo deal with their own dispute... on a reality TV show in the forest! Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:08:40

SIBLING RIVALRY: Battleships at the Lake!

5/12/2022
It’s time for the biggest battle of the century, ZARA vs LEO in a head-to-head contest at the lake! Find out why SIBLING RIVALRY is such a powerful force, and meet the fiercest, most hard-working sisters on the planet - it’s Venus and Serena Williams! Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:18:10

Zara and Leo enter... the “Better”-Verse!!!

5/5/2022
In this episode, Aariz from Toronto in Canada shares how he deals with tough stuff, and we take a trip to the “better”-verse, where everyone is having more fun than you... or are they? Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:09:24

Welcome to Good-Vibes-ONLY Land! ...or is it?

4/28/2022
Episode 61: Welcome to Good-Vibes-ONLY Land! ...or is it? Zara and Leo take a trip to Good-Vibes-Only Land, but there’s something not quite right about this place... Discover why it’s okay not to be okay, and meet the mental health activist who found a way to tackle TOXIC POSITIVITY! Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:17:12

FAIL School Musical: How to deal with “BAD” GRADES!

10/28/2021
Episode 60: FAIL School Musical: How to deal with “BAD” GRADES! In this episode, Liyah from the Philippines tells us about her struggles learning Arabic and we discover how Zara and Leo approach their positive and negative feedback at school! Children listening will discover that they can choose to be proud of themselves and that feedback can teach them how they can improve. This episode is a great lesson on helping children develop a growth mindset and build confidence through perseverance. Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:06:51

Lady Pink & the SUPERHERO Comic-Coscars!

10/21/2021
Episode 59: Lady Pink & the SUPERHERO Comic-Coscars! Join us for the biggest comic book event of the year: the Comic-Coscars! How will Leo cope when he wins the worst award of the night? Find out how to look beyond EXTERNAL VALIDATION and meet the graffiti artist who didn’t care what ANYONE thought of her artwork! An episode packed with advice for children to help them boost their confidence. Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:18:41

Zara, Leo and Brielle Face their FEARS at the Dentist!

10/14/2021
Episode 58: Zara, Leo and Brielle Face their FEARS at the Dentist! In this episode, Brielle from the Philippines tells us about facing one of her greatest fears: getting x-rays at the dentist! Meanwhile, Leo has his annual teeth check-up. Find out how they both rise to the challenge! Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:07:05

I’m a COURAGEOUS Lion... Get Me Out of Here!

10/7/2021
Episode 57: I’m a COURAGEOUS Lion... Get Me Out of Here! Zara and Leo head to the African Serengeti to shoot a wildlife documentary! But when they take a shortcut through a cornfield, things get strange... and scary. Find your BRAVERY and meet the African inventor who found a way to protect his herd from the local lions. Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:16:44

Count Mapula’s Dracula Spectacula: The Ultimate Countdown!

9/30/2021
Episode 56: Count Mapula’s Dracula Spectacula: The Ultimate Countdown! In this episode, MaKayla from Florida in the United States faces the ultimate test of patience at school. Meanwhile, Zara and Leo are at a theme park waiting in line for the most popular ride. Will they EVER get a turn? Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:06:46

Play the WAITING game in the Wicked Wild West!

9/23/2021
Episode 55: Play the WAITING game in the Wicked Wild West! Sheriff Zara is headed to the Wild West, investigating a series of strange cases aboard the Smokey Plain Steam Train. Find out how to be PATIENT for things that are just out of reach and meet the Californian musician who used patience to overcome big obstacles. Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:16:03

Zara Takes the Lead on the BASKETBALL Court!

9/16/2021
Episode 54: Zara Takes the Lead on the BASKETBALL Court! In this episode, Raya from Philadelphia in the United States faces a big challenge when her father has surgery and she needs to step up! Meanwhile, Zara and Leo’s streetball team are playing the match of their lives against their arch-rivals. Children will learn about LEADERSHIP and how great leaders lead by taking responsibility and supporting others. Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:08:20

The Pizza Lighthouse: A True Test of LEADERSHIP!

9/9/2021
Episode 53: The Pizza Lighthouse: A True Test of LEADERSHIP! Zara and Leo take a trip to the lighthouse they once called home... but it has been transformed into a pizzeria, and now they have some very hot pizzas that need to be delivered! We’ll also meet the Dutch inventor who used LEADERSHIP skills to build a machine that cleans the ocean! In this episode, children will learn what it means to be a leader, discover how to strengthen their leadership skills, and understand that leaders lead by example through their words and actions. Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:16:13

Zara and Leo present... the Sunny Soul Radio Show!

9/2/2021
Episode 52: Zara and Leo present.. the Sunny Soul Radio Show! In this episode, Flynn, from Michigan in the USA, shares how good he feels about himself every day, and Zara and Leo practice positive SELF-TALK on their ultra-smooth community radio show! Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:08:44

SELF-TALK and Spelunkin’ Donuts in New Zealand!

8/26/2021
Episode 51: SELF-TALK and Spelunkin’ Donuts in New Zealand! Zara and Leo are back with Season 6 of the Big Life Kids Podcast! They’ve gone spelunking, also known as cave exploring. And while Leo looks for glow worms, Zara hears a very strange, very special voice... Find out how to tackle NEGATIVE SELF-TALK, and meet the amazing rugby hero who dug deep and found his inner warrior! This episode offers children psychology-backed strategies to boost their confidence and believe in themselves. Additional show notes available at biglifejournal.com/podcast Credits: Produced by Alexandra Eidens and Big Life Journal team. Written and directed by Sarah Cyrano. Sound design and original music by Elettra Bargiacchi. Sound mixing by Mattia Marcelli. Characters played by Sean Chiplock and Ryan Bartley. Managed by Laura Maloney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:16:57