Philosophy for Kids / Philosophy's Not Boring: The Kids Philosophy Podcast
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A groundbreaking podcast for curious kids aged 4-12, and the grown-ups listening with them, that proves philosophy, psychology and religion are anything but dull.
Join our fictional AI hosts Mira, a brilliant 9-year-old, and her younger brother Finn, age 7, as they explore philosophy, psychology and religion as one big family of questions about how we make sense of things. Each episode takes a real thinker or idea seriously, from what makes you the same person you were as a baby to why people across the world believe such different things about the soul, and then lands it somewhere in your actual life.
We don't hand you the answer and move on. Some questions have one; some have several worth comparing; some nobody has ever settled, and we'll tell you which is which. On matters of faith we stay even-handed: we describe what people believe from the outside, and never tell you what to believe yourself. Because philosophy isn't a pile of hard words to memorize. It's learning to ask a better question, and to sit with it honestly, even when it's uncomfortable.
A note on why we use AI. For us, AI allows us to deliver learning at a scale and quality that previously would have been too expensive. If we make the odd technical error, or the sound goes a bit funny, bear with us, we're trying our best. We hope you enjoy the show!
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Why do we pick sides?
Have you ever been on the playground and suddenly found yourself in an intense game of "sneakers versus boots"? Why do our brains pick sides so incredibly fast, even over silly, meaningless things? In this mind-bending episode of Philosophy
What is Halloween?
Get ready to uncover the ultimate mystery of spooky season! Have you ever wondered why we celebrate Halloween on October 31st, or why it is called Halloween in the first place? Join Mira and Finn on Philosophy is Not Boring as they travel b
Who was Ibn Sina?
Have you ever tried to feel absolutely nothing? It’s almost impossible! You can always feel your toes in your shoes or hear your own heartbeat. But what if you couldn't? Join Mira and Finn on a mind-bending journey back to the early 1000s t
How did babies count?
Have you ever wondered what is going on inside a tiny baby's head? Do they only know how to sleep, cry, and eat snacks, or are their brains already working super hard? For a long time, famous thinkers believed babies were born with a "blank
Who was John Stuart Mill?
Have you ever wanted to eat a whole gallon of double chocolate fudge ice cream for dinner and thought, 'It's my body, it's my choice!'? Well, get ready to test that idea! Travel back to 1859 England to meet a super-smart philosopher named J
What is the invisible gorilla?
Have you ever been staring right at something, like a missing Lego piece or the ketchup in the fridge, but you literally cannot see it? Get ready for a mind-bending episode that will change how you look at the world! In 1999, psychologists
What is the Amish community?
Imagine waking up tomorrow and deciding to get rid of your family car, the television, and all the iPads for good! Sounds crazy, right? But for the Amish community, living without modern technology isn't a punishment—it's a thoughtful choic
What is a blank slate?
Have you ever looked closely at a tiny, squishy newborn baby and wondered... what is actually going on inside their head? Are they thinking, or is their brain totally empty? Join Mira and Finn on Philosophy is Not Boring for a mind-bending
What is sibling rivalry?
Do you ever wonder why your brother or sister can drive you absolutely bananas?! You are definitely not alone! In this exciting episode of Philosophy is Not Boring, Mira and Finn dive into the wild world of family psychology to answer a hug
What is a phobia?
Have you ever wondered why you might be terrified of a tiny little spider in the bathtub, but you aren't scared of getting into a fast-moving car every day? It turns out, our fears aren't just silly glitches in our brains—they are ancient s
What is naive realism?
Have you ever gotten into a massive argument over something silly, like whether a hot dog is a sandwich, and felt one hundred percent sure you were right? You're not alone! In this fascinating episode, Mira and Finn explore the big question
What is Eid?
Imagine trying not to eat a single snack or take a sip of water from sunrise to sunset for an entire month! That’s exactly what millions of Muslims do during the holy month of Ramadan to practice patience and gratitude. But when that month
What is the purpose of life?
Have you ever watched a tiny ant carrying a crumb and wondered... what is it actually doing? What is the point of it all? That little mental jolt you just felt is the biggest question ever asked: What is the purpose of life? In this amazing
What is the Spotlight Effect?
Have you ever tripped in the cafeteria, spilled your milk, or worn your shirt inside out by accident? Did you feel like the whole world stopped just to stare at you? That terrible feeling is called the Spotlight Effect, and it might just be
What is the Turing Test?
Have you ever wondered if your tablet, smartphone, or smart speaker is actually thinking, or just pretending? In this mind-boggling episode of Philosophy is Not Boring, Mira and Finn tackle a massive question: Can a computer think?! Back in
What is confirmation bias?
Have you ever been absolutely sure you were right about something, only to find out you were totally wrong? Welcome to the ultimate brain trap! In this mind-bending episode of Philosophy is Not Boring, Mira and Finn dive into a sneaky psych
Why did religions make food rules?
Have you ever wondered why your lunchbox might hold a secret story about the universe? It’s true! For thousands of years, billions of people around the world have followed special rules about what they can and cannot eat. But why? Join Mira
What is Existentialism?
Have you ever wondered if you were born with a set personality, kind of like the instructions printed on the back of a toy box? Or do you invent yourself from scratch every single day? Join Mira and Finn on a time-traveling adventure to a p
What is attachment theory?
Have you ever noticed how a toddler at the playground is having the absolute best time, but the second their grown-up steps away, they burst into tears? Are they just being dramatic? For a long time, experts thought hugging a crying baby to
Who were the Greek gods?
Imagine a massive, window-shaking thunderstorm hits! Who do you blame for the lightning and the mud? Today, we might say it's just the weather, but for thousands of years, people thought a powerful, angry god was throwing lightning bolts fr
What is the social contract?
Imagine you are on a playground with a massive tire swing, but suddenly, all the teachers vanish! There are zero rules! Would it be a wonderful, fun paradise, or a total disaster? Join Mira and Finn on Philosophy is Not Boring as they tackl
Who is Durga?
Imagine a shape-shifting demon that turns into a giant water buffalo and is so powerful that none of the gods can beat him! What do the heroes do? They combine all their superpowers into one brand-new superhero! Enter the Hindu goddess Durg
Why do we dream?
Have you ever woken up after riding a flying purple turtle or running from a giant slow-motion marshmallow? Dreams are totally weird, but what are they actually for? Join Mira and Finn on a mind-bending journey inside the human brain to fin
What is Utilitarianism?
Imagine you have a giant, delicious chocolate cake. Should you eat it all yourself for maximum happiness, or share it so everyone gets a little bit? Welcome to the fascinating world of Utilitarianism! In this fun episode of Philosophy is No
What is the Aboriginal Dreaming?
Imagine if a map wasn't a picture on a screen or a piece of paper, but was actually a song! Welcome to the amazing world of Aboriginal Australian cultures, the oldest continuous cultures on Earth! For over 50,000 years—way before the ancien
What is free will?
Have you ever reached for a piece of popcorn before you even realized you wanted it? Who is really making those choices—you, or your brain? Get ready for a mind-bending mystery! In 1983, a scientist named Benjamin Libet did a famous experim
What is the placebo effect?
Have you ever scraped your knee, and it magically felt better just because a grown-up put a totally normal plaster on it? That is not magic—it is actually a mind-bending superpower hiding inside your own brain! In this episode, Mira and Fin
What is the problem of induction?
How do you know the sun will actually rise tomorrow? Because it always has? Well, get ready to have your mind completely blown! In this episode of Philosophy is Not Boring, Mira and Finn dive into a massive brain-puzzle from 1748 called the
Who was St Francis of Assisi?
Did you know there was a man who called the sun his brother and the moon his sister? Meet St Francis of Assisi! He didn't start out as a holy man. Actually, he was a rich, popular party kid who loved wearing the fanciest velvet clothes! But
What is object permanence?
Have you ever played peekaboo with a tiny baby and wondered why they laugh so incredibly hard? To you, it's just a simple game of hiding your face. But to a baby, you are performing the greatest magic trick in the universe! Join Mira and Fi
