Meet Charlotte (age 15) and Leo (age 16). High school juniors living in New York City. Our conversation touched on expected favorites, like TikTok and Snapchat, and some unexpected, including doomscrolling, why they both identify as “TV people”, the new use of Yondr pouches for their phones (now that NY has banned phones in schools) and their fascination with Upper East Side NY Mom Influencers. I hope you enjoy this episode.
Meet Mira and Eva. Both are 11 years old and about to enter 6th grade. You’ll love hearing their opinions about movie theater popcorn, Dance Moms, Roblox, jump scares, relaxing with ASMR videos, ChatGPT and more. Their honesty lets us get a glimpse into the struggles of today’s media decisions when there are temptations all around. I hope you enjoy this episode.
In this episode we meet George and Adriana, age 12, from Greece. They talked about spending time with friends and YouTube, the enduring power of the television show Friends, and how recent regulations in Greece have changed access to their phones during school. They also share their differing views about social media; one feels addicted, the other barely uses it. Listen now for more details. I hope you enjoy this episode.
In this episode we meet Grayson and Duncan. They’re both 11. They’re both major Minecraft fans. And they both love making stop motion videos. They’re concerned about cyberbullying and hackers. And only one of them longs for his own YouTube channel. Surprisingly, neither had anything good to say about TikTok! Curious to hear more? Listen now!
Topics? Nintendo Switch, Super Mario Bros. movie, MrBeast, TikTok ownership, cyberbullies, hackers, stop motion videos, Minecraft, Fortnight, Roblox, and more.
In this episode we meet Ellie (age 7) and Vivian (age 8). They would have been happy to talk about Taylor Swift for the entire podcast, but talking about music led to conversations about Alexa and Siri, and then to the difference between Roblox and Minecraft. Plus, Floor is Lava, Gabby’s Dollhouse, Cocomelon Lane, Toca Boca, My Little Pony and more. Enjoy!
In this episode we meet Katherine and Chloe, age 7. They were finishing second grade when we recorded our interview. You'll hear their thoughts about Bluey, Roblox, and Taylor Swift, plus the Barbie movie, talking to Alexa, and of course, YouTube! I hope you enjoy this episode.
In this episode we meet Olivia and Lena, ages 7 and 8. They’ve just finished second grade and they’ve been spending a lot of time singing along to Taylor Swift and the Era’s Tour movie. They text family and friends through Messenger Kids and they love the games Slice Master and Typing Club. Who influences their media choices most? Listen to the podcast and find out. I hope you enjoy this episode.
Meet 10-year-old friends, Kasper and Luke. Their favorites include The Legend of Zelda video game, and Death of the Wild, music by Metallica, the Netflix series Grizzy and the Lemmings, and creating their own games using Scratch. They talk about family media time, how they feel about explicit lyrics, and learning filmmaking in school. This is our last episode featuring kids from Australia…at least until I return!
Hope you enjoy this episode.
Continuing our series of episodes with children in Australia, this episode features 7-year-old friends Margot and Ivy. We talked about the songs and movies that make them laugh-- have you heard the “Never-ending poop song”?—and a few that scare them—like E.T. and Wednesday. They have little interest in TikTok and really aren’t sure what people use it for. Although that doesn’t stop them from knowing a few TikTok dances. But the item they can’t wait to have? a mobile phone! That, and access to the Taylor Swift concert movie. They know the words to lots of her songs—of course! We talked about Bluey, Minecraft, and loads more. Give it a listen. Hear real kids in their own words talking about the media in their lives. I hope you enjoy this episode.
Other media they mention?
Izzy's Koala World- Netflix series in Australia
Grizzy & the Lemmings - Netflix series in Australia
Kiki’s Delivery Service- Japanese animated film
My Neighbor Tortoro - Japanese animated film
Howl’s Moving Castle- Japanese animated film
Taylor Swift
One Direction
Song, “I’m a banana”
Song, “Cows with guns”
Song, “Never ending poop song”
YouTube Kids
YouTube
Netflix
Bluey
ABC iView
ET the movie
Wednesday - Netflix series
Spotify
Alexa
X-Box
Tony Hawk skateboarding game
Minecraft
Mario Kart
Animal Crossing
Nintendo Switch
TikTok and TikTok dances
In this episode we meet Odessa and Jessie from Australia. These seven-year-old best friends share a deep love of books, especially the graphic novel Wings of Fire. They like to watch competition TV shows like The Voice and Bake Squad with their families or movies like the new Indiana Jones movie or the Abominable Snowman. Podcast favorites include Fierce Girls and Greeking Out from Nat Geo Kids, and video game favorites are on Xbox or Toca World. I hope you enjoy this episode.
In this episode we travel to Australia and meet seven-year-old best pals Freya and Femi. They share common favorites like Disney, Netflix and Mario Kart, and also the animated series She-Ra Princess of Power and the book series, Fairy Animals of Misty Wood. But we also talk about making videos, getting permission to go online, getting addicted to TikTok, what makes a movie scary, and the meaning of the word media.
I hope you enjoy this episode.
This episode is a bit different. I am sharing thoughts about a recent experience in which I removed a podcast at a parent's request. What might you have done in this situation?
In this episode you’ll meet 10-year old best pals, Theodoro and Lorenzo. We recorded the podcast in Sao Paulo, Brazil, the boys hometown. It’s the first Kids Talk Media episode recorded outside the US and with a translator, Theodoro’s Dad, Alex. It was interesting to hear the boys talk about favorites that are so similar to boys I’ve talked to in the US. They love Fortnite, GT8, and Scooby Doo, play with Legos and collect football (soccer) trading cards. And watch YouTube videos from their favorite video game players, like Mr. Beast. You don’t need to understand Portuguese to understand their feelings about the animated character Peppa Pig! I hope you enjoy this episode.
In this episode of Kids Talk Media you’ll meet Melanie and Kelyn, best friends and 4th graders. Their media favorites include Minecraft, a special Frozen-themed wedding app, a hair salon app, ASMR, the Disney television show Shake It Up, and books. Specifically, Harry Potter books! One is curious about social media, but the other, not so much. And they have an interesting perspective on the difference between social media and 'search'. They are at the age when they feel the pull of digital media all the time, and are just developing the media literacy skills to navigate it all. Their drama and laughter is contagious! I hope you enjoy this episode.
In this episode you’ll meet Serena and Gabby, two musical-theater loving 12-year-olds. Their media favorites include musical theater soundtracks and YouTube. Serena is on social media, mainly TikTok and Snapchat, but Gabby has decided not to get on social media yet. They have strong opinions about Amazon and Jeffrey Bezos! And they credit their digital literacy teacher with helping them navigate online spaces. I hope you enjoy this episode.
Get ready for the next episode of the Kids Talk Media podcast featuring brother and sister, Lincoln and Harper, ages 6 and 7. With iPads in their hands, they showed me their favorite games, including SlitherIO, Roblox Fashion Famous, Neon Splash, Angry Birds Transformers and Fruit Ninja-- a favorite because “I can’t cut fruits in real life!” I discovered who gets to approve new friends on Kids Messenger; why the Haschak Sisters on YouTube are a favorite; and what Spongebob and cotton candy have in common! Check it out! I hope you enjoy it.
In this episode you’ll meet Nate and Ranier, two middle schoolers navigating through the changes brought on by the pandemic, online learning, and screen time that encompasses classes, video games, homework research, meeting friends, and keeping in touch with what’s happening in the world. Favorite social media space? Discord. TikTok is on the outs. Video games like Mindcraft, Spelunky 2 and Civilization 6 are in. I hope you enjoy this episode.
Meet Rachel and Lyla, two middle school age girls on the brink of new experiences, new responsibilities and new struggles with media. You’ll hear all about their first Instagram accounts, “snap streaks” in Snapchat, and how TikTok fits into their lives. Other topics? YouTube and Disney Plus, (Rachel says Disney Plus is “the best thing that’s ever happened to me!”) I hope you enjoy this episode.
Meet Aaron and Aitan. Two sports-loving nine-year old, 4th grade boys. YouTube is the top spot for them. They watch YouTubers playing sports-related video games (such as Muselk) and learn strategies on YouTube for when they are playing sports-related video games themselves! Sports and video games are the main attraction. For a laugh, they like the family YouTubers of Funnelvision and the challenge-champs Dude Perfect. But they’re already aware of the power of breaking news and watch CNN as a news source. Other topics? Instagram, Fortnite, Snapchat, and their disinterest in TikTok.
Meet Rachel and Ada and discover how media influences their lives. Rachel loves reading books and is mindful about cyber-bullying and balancing TV time with homework. Ada manages a fan account for the band Why Don’t We and feels a responsibility to check sources for any content she shares. Both girls are conscious of the need to be informed about the world and breaking news --and are trying to find the best ways to fact-check the news that shows up in their social media feed before sharing it with friends. Hope you enjoy this episode of Kid Talk Media!
