Episodes

Bundle up, Culture Kids! Today, we travel to the sparkling heart of winter magic at Rockefeller Center in New York City. Together, we explore the world-famous Rockefeller Christmas Tree, sip hot chocolate, glide past the ice-skating rink, and discover the golden story of Prometheus, the statue who brings light and hope to millions. This audio-immersive episode is filled with twinkling lights, heartwarming stories from history, and the incredible tradition that began with one small tree during th...

Pack your imaginary bags, Culture Kids! In this episode, Kristen, Asher, and our special guest Ms. Zoe, producer of Getty's podcast If Objects Could Talk, take you on a magical adventure to the Getty Villa Museum in Los Angeles. Together, we stroll through sunlit gardens and explore an ancient Roman-style villa. Then, with a whirl of our time machine, we journey back two thousand years to a grand dining room to see how Romans prepared for a spectacular dinner party. Kids will discover how ancien...

All aboard, Culture Kids! In this week’s magical adventure, Mom and Asher hop on the Culture Train and travel to Beijing, China, a city filled with history, color, and stories that stretch back thousands of years. Together with special guest Ms. Dan Song, author of the My City Adventures series, they step through the mighty red gates of the Forbidden City, where emperors once ruled and legends were born. You’ll hear the echoes of ancient footsteps, learn what the color red means in Chinese cul...

Helloo Culture Kids! Grab your imaginary passports and bags because today, Mom (Kristen) and Asher hop on our magical train and travel to the beautiful island of the Dominican Republic. 🇩🇴 We meet our friend Ms. D, a Dominican social-media chef, by a riverside feast to cook the national dish: La Bandera Dominicana (the Dominican flag on a plate!). Together we explore the island’s music, languages, food, community spirit, and why this dish means so much. We hope you’re ready for delicious smells,...

Join us on a brand-new Culture Kids adventure as we celebrate Día de Muertos with Mexican American author Mariana Ríos Ramírez, author of Abuelita’s Gift. Together, we journey through an endless field of glowing marigold flowers, learning how families in Mexico honor and remember loved ones with ofrendas, papel picado, and pan de muerto. Through Mariana’s heartfelt stories, kids discover how this beautiful tradition shows that love never disappears; it lives on in our memories, laughter, and s...

[Please note: This episode was not produced by the Culture Kids Productions team. However, we’re thrilled to have been invited to collaborate and be featured in this special project created by our friends at Kids Listen. While Culture Kids contributed a short segment, all creative direction and production were led by the Big Emotions team.]. Our weekly release will resume on Thursday at 9pm PT! ---------------------- We’re excited to share a special bonus episode with you, “Big Emotions: Part ...

Giant KITES of Guatemala!

All aboard the Culture Train for a spooky adventure full of surprises! 👻 Join Kristen, Asher, and Arden as they wander through a magical forest filled with animals that might seem spooky at FIRST, but hold special meaning in cultures around the world. Meet owls that whisper wisdom in Greece and Japan, and black cats that bring luck and love instead of fright! Along the way, discover how stories, beliefs, and traditions can change the way we see the world around us. By the end of this adventur...

🏰 From Castles to Feta Cheese: A Greek Adventure in Nafpaktos!

All aboard the Magical Culture Train — we’re heading to Seoul, South Korea! 🌏 Join Kristen and Asher as they travel to Gyeongbokgung Palace, one of Korea’s most famous royal palaces, and visit a hanbok shop to learn all about the traditional clothing of kings, queens, and everyday people from long ago. 👘 Inspired by K-Pop Demon Hunters, Asher gets curious about the famous black hat — the gat — worn by the saja boys in the movie! Together, they discover where these hats came from, what Korean k...

Armenian Rug Washing Fun in Ushi!

Off to Hong Kong: Egg Tarts, Dim Sum and City Lights!

Armenia's Sleeping Giant, Sacred Waters, and a Chapel That’s Centuries Old!

🚂✨ All aboard for a flavor adventure! This week, the Culture Train stops in Richmond, Virginia to visit San-J International, where soy sauce has been brewed the traditional Japanese way for over 220 years! 🍶🌱 Join Kristen & Asher as they: 🍣 Learn the difference between soy sauce and tamari 🏯 Discover how samurais once used soy sauce 🏗️ Step inside tanks as tall as buildings where fermentation magic happens 🌍 Help Keep the Culture Train Rolling! 🚂 Culture Kids Productions is a nonprofit on...

Zippy Citrus Safari- From Yuzu Bath to Calamansi Zingggg!

All aboard the Culture Train, Culture Kids! In this sweet adventure, Kristen, Asher, and their friend Finley travel all the way to Switzerland to explore the world-famous Lindt Home of Chocolate. From the soaring atrium filled with the aroma of cocoa, to the breathtaking chocolate fountain pouring from a giant golden whisk, this journey takes you inside the magic of Swiss chocolate. With the help of Ms. Leona, an apprentice chocolatier, we learn how Rodolphe Lindt’s invention of the conche tran...

Hop back on the Culture Train and join us for another exciting journey to Lagos, Nigeria! This time, our friend Mr. Taofeek, Co-Founder of Visit Nigeria Now, takes us to one of his favorite spots—House of Pounded Yam—for a delicious dive into traditional Yoruba cuisine. In this episode, you’ll: Learn what eeyon (pounded yam) is and how it’s enjoyed with flavorful soups and stews. Taste (through your imagination!) three beloved Yoruba dishes: Ogbono Soup – nutty, earthy, and stretchy, made fr...

Kristen and Asher invite you to board their magical Culture Kids boat in Long Beach, California, and set sail across glittering Pacific waves to meet playful dolphins in the wild. Picture the sea breeze, sparkling waves, seabird calls, and our imaginations fully immersed in ocean magic. Asher’s excited to spot dolphins—maybe Common Dolphins joining the ocean party, or Bottlenose, Pacific White-sided, and even the scarred Risso’s with their doodle-like marks. We explore what dolphins eat (think...

Join hosts Asher and Kristen as they board the Culture Train and return to Riomaggiore in Cinque Terre, Italy! After visiting the colorful cliffside villages, today they head uphill to learn the true art of Ligurian pesto from Ms Barbara—right in her fragrant basil garden with panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. From basil grown in nearby Pra’ to marble pestles and pine nuts, discover the traditions and flavors that make pesto à la Genovese so special. Fasten your imaginary aprons—we’re m...

In this exciting episode of Culture Kids, Asher and his mom Kristen board their imaginary culture train and land in Lagos, Nigeria, where they’re joined by their local friend Mr. Taofeek Co Founder of Visit Nigeria Now. The trio takes on Africa’s longest canopy walkway at the lush Lekki Conservation Centre, wobbling over treetops, spotting cheeky mona monkeys with cheek pouches, and even catching glimpses of crocodiles below—all while taking in sweeping views of Lagos’s skyline and shoreline. M...

Hop aboard the Culture Train with Kristen and Asher as we travel to one of Italy’s most magical destinations—Cinque Terre, also known as the Five Lands! Nestled along the cliffs of the Ligurian coast, this episode is full of sparkling seas, lemon trees, olive groves, colorful homes, and centuries of tradition. We meet our friend Ms. Anna from Cinque Terre dal Mare, who shows us what makes this UNESCO World Heritage Site so special. From pesto and olive oil to gelato and seaside hikes, this jour...

🦄❄️ Special Guest: Senna (age 13!) Hop aboard the Culture Train and grab your warmest winter gear, because we’re heading to the icy Arctic to meet one of the most magical creatures in the ocean—the narwhal! Sometimes called the unicorn of the sea, narwhals are full of surprises… including a super long tusk that’s actually a tooth! 🦷🌀 Join Asher, Kristen, and our amazing guest Senna as we: Play a game of Narwhal True or False 🐋❓ Explore the chilly home of narwhals—the Arctic Circle ❄️🌍 Dive ...

Hop aboard the Culture Train with Asher, Kristen and their special guest Robin as they take young listeners on an immersive journey to Ipoh, Malaysia! In this colorful and educational episode, our hosts explore geology, language, and—of course—food. Discover why this vibrant city is famous for feasting and adventure! Meet Our Local Friend, Robin! • Born and raised in Ipoh, Robin shares insider secrets—from culinary tastes to cultural traditions. • He opens up about Malaysia’s 135+ languages, a...

Join us on a wild, wandering journey into Pokémon’s Kanto region, as we step into the legendary Viridian Forest—a magical maze full of mystery, nature, and adorable creatures! Immersive Adventure: Feel the forest—sniff the pine and blossoms, hear rustling leaves and buzzing bugs, and watch Asher and Kristen transform into Pokémon-style cartoons! Nature Meets Game: Learn how Pokémon was inspired by real Japanese forests and kids catching bugs—just like Satoshi Tajiri grew up doing in Japan. **...