What if you could ask history's greatest minds your biggest questions?
Welcome to Kids Ask History — the time-traveling podcast where curious kids blast into the past to interview legendary figures like Cleopatra, Leonardo da Vinci, Harriet Tubman, and more!
Each fun-sized episode (5–10 minutes) brings history to life with playful conversations, sound effects, and real facts told through kid-friendly storytelling. Perfect for car rides, classrooms, or bedtime — it’s history the way kids actually want to hear it.
Traveling Back to Meet Grace Hopper: Bugs, Big Computers, and Curious Discoveries
Jules arrives just as Grace Hopper is peering into the giant Mark II computer at Harvard University. It's September 9, 1947, and the lab is buzzing with activity as scientists try to solve a mysterious problem. Suddenly, Grace finds something unexpected—a moth caught in the machine! Jules watches in awe as she carefully removes it, forever changing the way we talk about fixing computer glitches. Join Jules to discover how a tiny bug sparked a big idea and learn why Grace's attention to detail makes her a legendary figure in computer history.
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Traveling Back to Meet Aristotle: Plants, Ponderings, and the Thinking Heart
Jules lands right in the middle of a lively morning at The Lyceum in Athens, 335 BC. Surrounded by curious students, Aristotle strolls through the gardens, pointing out fascinating features of plants and animals. As the students scribble notes on their scrolls, Jules listens in, eager to hear Aristotle's thoughts on learning and discovery. Join Jules as they explore what it means to be curious about the world and hear why Aristotle thinks the heart is the center of intelligence. It's a day of wonder and wisdom in ancient Greece!
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Traveling Back to Meet Harry Houdini: Daring Escapes, Metal Clinks, and Underwater Wonders
Jules lands right in the middle of a bustling New York City afternoon on April 30, 1912, just as Harry Houdini is preparing backstage for his famous 'Chinese Water Torture Cell' escape. The air is thick with anticipation as Houdini checks the chains and locks that will soon bind him. Jules is curious and starts asking Houdini about his incredible escape tricks and what goes through his mind during those tense underwater moments. Is Houdini ever scared, and how does he practice holding his breath for so long? Join us for a peek into the world of magic and find out how determination and creativity can conquer even the most daunting challenges.
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Visit kidsnewsflash.com for more!
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