Stuff For Kids

Discover the incredible true story of Steven Bradbury, the Australian who shocked the world at the 2002 Winter Olympics. In this exciting episode of Stuff For Kids, we explore how years of hard work, serious injuries, clever strategy, and never giving up helped him win Australia’s first Winter Olympic gold medal. It’s a thrilling, inspiring story that shows how persistence and patience can sometimes lead to the most unexpected victories.

In this episode of Stuff For Kids, we explore the dramatic true story of the Cuban Missile Crisis, the 13 days when the world came dangerously close to nuclear war. Kids will discover how tension between the United States and the Soviet Union escalated, how brave decisions helped prevent disaster, and why staying calm and thoughtful can change the course of history. It’s a powerful story about responsibility, courage, and the choices that shape our world.

Deep in the Indian Ocean lives one of the world’s most mysterious groups of people—the Sentinelese. In this episode of Stuff For Kids, we explore how this isolated tribe survives on a remote island using ancient skills, why they fiercely protect their home, and what happened when outsiders tried to visit. It’s a fascinating story about survival, respect, and why sometimes the most important thing we can do is leave others in peace.

In this inspiring episode of Stuff For Kids, we meet Susan B. Anthony, a brave woman who stood up for fairness when the world told her to stay silent. Travel back in time to discover what life was like for girls long ago, why Susan fought for women’s rights, and how her courage helped change history forever. A powerful story about using your voice, even when it’s hard.

How did life begin on our planet? In this exciting episode of Stuff For Kids, we travel back more than 4.5 billion years to discover how Earth went from a fiery, lifeless rock to a world full of plants, animals, and people. Learn about ancient oceans, tiny microbes, oxygen-making life, and the incredible chain that connects all living things — including you!

At just 16 years old, Australian teenager Jessica Watson set out to do the impossible — sail solo, non-stop, and unassisted around the world. In this inspiring episode of Stuff For Kids, discover what daily life was really like at sea, how Jessica faced storms, loneliness, and danger, and how courage, preparation, and belief helped her achieve an extraordinary dream.

Journey back 700 years to explore the Black Death in this fascinating, kid-friendly episode of Stuff For Kids. Learn what the bubonic plague was, how it spread, and how people lived through one of history’s most challenging times — without scary details. Discover surprising facts, brave helpers, and how this event changed medicine, science, and the world we live in today.

Join Stuff For Kids as we explore the incredible life of Stephen Hawking, the scientist who travelled the universe using the power of his mind. From curious kid to world-famous physicist, this inspiring episode explains black holes, the Big Bang, and big ideas in a fun, kid-friendly way. It’s a story about curiosity, courage, and why asking questions can change the world — and maybe even the universe.

Travel back in time with Stuff For Kids as we explore World War II in a way that’s honest, thoughtful, and age-appropriate. This episode explains how the war began, what life was like for children, and the importance of courage, kindness, and standing up for others. With powerful stories of heroes, hidden bravery, and hope in dark times, kids will learn how the past shaped our world — and why empathy still matters today.