Podcasts Featuring Inspiring Women

Media representation matters, and it's important for kids to hear inspiring stories about innovative, influential women. Politicians, scientists, athletes, and more: Whether their subjects shattered stereotypes, achieved groundbreaking "firsts," or excelled in their fields, the podcasts on this list highlight strong, persevering women both real and fictional, letting kids know that women can do anything and everything. For more media with women excelling as role models, check out these books, games, movies, and TV shows.

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Kabrazen

age 3+

Inspiring stories of African women & girls through history.

Production company: The LAM Sisterhood (Average run time: 18 minutes)
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Girl Tales

age 4+

Reimagined fairy tales ditch the "damsel in distress" trope.

Production company: Cordelia Studios (Average run time: 20 minutes)
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Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls

age 7+

Inspiring tales of diverse women who persevered.

Production company: Rebel Girls (Average run time: 17 minutes)
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Cuentos de Buenas Noches para Niñas Rebeldes

age 7+

Spanish podcast showcasing diverse, accomplished women.

Production company: Adonde Media , Rebel Girls (Average run time: 14 minutes)
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How We Explore

age 7+

Inspirational journeys of diverse women in STEM.

Production company: National Geographic Kids (Average run time: 12 minutes)
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What Will She Do Next?

age 7+

Dynamic musicals of notable women in history for kids.

Production company: Independent (Average run time: 15 minutes)
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Fierce Girls

age 7+

Powerful stories of brave women in Australian history.

Production company: ABC KIDS Listen , Australian Broadcasting Corporation (Average run time: 15 minutes)
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Dream Big Podcast

age 7+

Upbeat family show inspires dreamers with actionable steps.

Production company: Independent (Average run time: 15 minutes)
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Rebel Girls: Growing Up Powerful

age 8+

Educating and empowering pod for young girls and teens.

Production company: Rebel Girls (Average run time: 8 minutes)
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The Magic Sash

age 8+

Time travel adventure through the history of women's rights.

Production company: TRAX from PRX (Average run time: 15 minutes)
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The Mayan Crystal

age 8+

Mayan folklore-inspired adventure, light peril.

Production company: Gen-Z Media , Wondery (Average run time: 15 minutes)
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She Sounds Like Me

age 8+

Mom daughter duo discuss life challenges from a female lens.

Production company: Independent (Average run time: 25 minutes)
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Eleanor Amplified

age 8+

Reporter seeks truth in suspenseful pod with mild violence.

Production company: WHYY (Average run time: 15 minutes)
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Mija Podcast

age 8+

Multilingual relatable stories about immigrant families.

Production company: Studio Ochenta (Average run time: 10 minutes)
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Women of Marvel

age 9+

Empowering pod dives deep into women superheroes of Marvel.

Production company: Marvel Studios , SiriusXM (Average run time: 45 minutes)
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Tara Tremendous

age 9+

Courage and love triumph in female superhero's adventures.

Production company: Wonkybot (Average run time: 30 minutes)
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American Girl: The Smart Girl's Podcast

age 9+

Talk show for tween and teen girls; promotes book series.

Production company: American Girl , Talk to Jess , Cloud10 (Average run time: 35 minutes)
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Toasted Sister Podcast

age 10+

Insightful exploration of Indigenous culture through food.

Production company: Native Voice One - NV1 (Average run time: 30 minutes)
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Younger But Wiser

age 10+

Candid conversations between generations.

Production company: Matriarch Digital Media (Average run time: 21 minutes)
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Girls Make Beats Podcast

age 10+

Young female DJs talk life, music, and passions; empowering.

Production company: Independent (Average run time: 30 minutes)