REACHing Out are bi-weekly mini-episodes where we answer YOUR Questions. This week we are celebrating Earth Day and what NASA is doing to study global climate change with some help from Dr. Dalia Kirschbaum, Director of the Earth Science Division, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center.

Hosts: Brian Holden and Meredith Stepien

Written by: Nate DuFort, with Sandy Marshall, Meredith Stepien and Brian Holden.

Co-Created, Produced by: Nate DuFort and Sandy Marshall

Edited by: Nate DuFort

Music composed by: Jesse Case

Logo by: Steven Lyons

Special thanks: 

Dr. Dalia Kirschbaum, Director of the Earth Science Division, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

To learn more about NASA’s Earth Day initiatives including activities, coloring pages, and more visit https://science.nasa.gov/earth/earth-day/

Do you have a question for a future edition of “Reaching Out?” Just get your parents permission and give us a call at 312-248-3402 (or an email at [email protected]) and leave us a message with your first name, where you're from and your question for a chance to be featured in an upcoming episode.

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REACH: A Space Podcast for Kids is a production of Soundsington Media committed to making quality programing for young audiences and the young at heart. To find out more go to www.soundsingtonmedia.com

On April 8, 2024 we will experience a Total Solar Eclipse. What exactly is an eclipse? Who will get to see it? How can you safely view? What if you aren't in the path of totality? You've got questions, we've got answers with the amazing Dr. Marin M. Anderson, Research Scientist, NASA JPL. All that and more on The REACH Guide to the Total Solar Eclipse

Hosts: Brian Holden and Meredith Stepien 

Written, Produced, and Edited by Nate DuFort, a Solar System Ambassador for NASA JPL

Music composed by: Jesse Case

Logo by: Steven Lyons

REACH was Co-Created by: Nate DuFort and Sandy Marshall 

Special thanks to Dr. Marin M. Anderson, Research Scientist, Astrophysicist, Radio Astronomer at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Learn more about Dr. Anderson's work with the Golden Apple Valley Radio Telescope (GAVRT):

https://gavrt.lewiscenter.org/

https://science.nasa.gov/solar-system/skywatching/ride-the-wave-of-radio-astronomy-during-the-solar-eclipse/

And a terrific NASA Eclipse discussion with Dr. Anderson (fall 2023): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lKYm6QBE-Q

We’d also like to offer a special thanks to REACH co-creator and Public Engagement Specialist at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Sandy Marshall.

Additional Eclipse Resources:

NASA's Watch Live - 2024 Total Solar Eclipse

Join NASA experts on April 8, 2024, for a broadcast of the total solar eclipse.

Want to see more? Tune in to the streams at the link for telescope live feeds of the total solar eclipse across the path, a broadcast in Spanish, and a live stream of sounding rockets launching during the eclipse.

https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024/live

How Can You Tell If Your Eclipse Glasses or Handheld Solar Viewers Are Safe?

https://eclipse.aas.org/eye-safety/how-to-tell-if-viewers-are-safe

What is an Eclipse? from NASA's Space Place:

https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/eclipses/en/

Solar Science with the Peanuts Gang!

Explore brand new solar science activities and resources created for students ages 4–13 and available in 11 languages: 

https://ymiclassroom.com/lesson-plans/peanutseclipse/

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REACH: A Space Podcast for Kids is a production of Soundsington Media committed to making quality programing for young audiences and the young at heart. To find out more go to www.soundsingtonmedia.com

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While we're gearing up for all new episodes of REACH: A Space Podcast for Kids, we thought it would be a blast to share an episode of a podcast from some of our friends. This week we are over the moon to present Koala Shine and an episode we think younger space fans will love. Give it a listen!

Koala Shine is a mindful adventure show for kids, with stories taking us all over the globe and even out of this world! In every episode, you'll learn something new, with cool facts and jokes, topsy-turvy tales and even the opportunity for you to be on the pod too. Koala Shine is meaningful, mindful entertainment for developing brains, with not a screen in sight! Hit ‘follow’ so you never miss an episode, and subscribe to Koala Shine+ for ad-free, uninterrupted adventures! https://koalashine.supercast.com/ 

You can find REACH on Twitter and Instagram or at www.ReachThePodcast.com

REACH: A Space Podcast for Kids is a production of Soundsington Media committed to making quality programing for young audiences and the young at heart. To find out more go to www.soundsingtonmedia.com

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Tonight's episode is pretty special! We've teamed up with an amazing podcast called Koko Sleep, to send the lucky pups Hector & Sunny into space! Brian and Meredith will be appearing to Hector and Sunny in a dream, and taking them on a space tour. So, put your astronaut helmets on and prepare for take-off! 

Want even more original bedtime stories & sleep meditations for kids? Subscribe to Koko Sleep wherever you listen to podcasts and start listening for free tonight. Just search Koko Sleep on your favorite podcast app & make bedtimes a dream.

Join Koko Club Today! 🐨👑 Enjoy ad-free listening, 4 bonus stories a month and submit story requests! Your support makes this show possible. https://kokosleep.supercast.com

If you or your kids love Koko Sleep, please leave us a review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

How are we doing with Koko Sleep? Let us know! 

Follow us on Instagram to stay up to date with all podcast news, share feedback and meet your host Abbe Opher

You can now listen to Koko Sleep on Youtube! Click here to see the latest videos 📺

Support our little podcast- join Sleepiest Plus for access to extra special bonus episodes ✨

About Koko Sleep 🐨

Koko Sleep is a podcast of original children's bedtime stories and sleep meditations for kids, designed to make bedtime a dream. So if you are a tired parent, innovative teacher, wise babysitter or curious kiddo then you’re in the right place. 

Hosted by Abbe Opher 🎙, possibly the world’s biggest fan of bedtime stories, and released every Monday and Wednesday, Koko Sleep has been designed to help children fall asleep faster than ever! So you can win back a little ‘me’ time. 

Throughout the series, the magical sleep meditations & short stories will be delivered in a relaxed audiobook style, with calming sleep music. Your little ones will get to know the inhabitants of sleepy forest, and the creatures they meet in their adventures- Koko the Koala, Karma the Llama, and Disco the Dancing Dragon to name a few. They’ll also hear other relaxing stories about children with magic powers, mystical beings and faraway places. 

Narrator 🎙️ Abbe Opher

Authors ✍️ Nate DuFort & Suzanna Mcloughlin

Do you want a free and easy way to support REACH? You can support the podcast by taking our short questionnaire at: www.surveymonkey.com/r/REACH

You can find REACH on Twitter and Instagram or at www.ReachThePodcast.com

REACH: A Space Podcast for Kids is a production of Soundsington Media committed to making quality programing for young audiences and the young at heart. To find out more go to www.soundsingtonmedia.com

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This week the REACH team is proud to present a great resource exploring the topics that kids care about the most, it's The Ten News!

Presenting The Ten News: Meet Daisy, Apple's Recycling Robot 🤖

🤖 Meet Apple's iPhone Recycling Robot with Sarah Chandler, VP of Environment & Supply Chain Innovation at Apple 

📣 Ten'ers share their special Father's Day shout-outs on the show

📱 Trivia with Tessa: do you know how many dollars worth of gold & silver is thrown away just from phones in the US?

About The Ten News

🗞️ The Ten News podcast explores topics that kids care about most including events, sports, science, gaming, pop culture, entertainment, and more! 🌎 It’s a great way for you and your family to stay connected with what’s going on in the world. 🤩 The Ten News also features some pretty awesome guests; LEGO Masters Judge Amy Corbett, America’s top doctor Dr. Anthony Fauci, Sarah Natochenny, the voice of Ash Ketchum for Pokemon fans, and many more. 🤔 Our episodes are all about staying kind, cool, and curious. 🎧 We hope you enjoy listening to The Ten News!

👋 Say hi at [email protected]

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thetennews/

REACH's "REACHing Out" episodes are where we answer YOUR Questions. This week we find out the answer to Rei's question "How fast do satellites go?" Do you have any guesses? Listen in to hear our response.

Hosts: Brian Holden and Meredith Stepien

Written, Produced, and Edited by: Nate DuFort

Co-Created by: Nate DuFort and Sandy Marshall

Music composed by: Jesse Case

Logo by: Steven Lyons

Do you want a free and easy way to support REACH? You can support the podcast by taking our short questionnaire at: www.surveymonkey.com/r/REACH

Do you want to build your own satellite!? Find out more from our friends at NASA Space Place: https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/build-a-spacecraft/en/

Do you have a question for a future edition of “Reaching Out?” Just get your parents permission and give us a call at 312-248-3402 (or an email at [email protected]) and leave us a message with your first name, where you're from and your question for a chance to be featured in an upcoming episode.

You can find REACH on Twitter and Instagram or at www.ReachThePodcast.com

REACH: A Space Podcast for Kids is a production of Soundsington Media committed to making quality programing for young audiences and the young at heart. To find out more go to www.soundsingtonmedia.com

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REACH's "REACHing Out" episodes are where we answer YOUR Questions. This week we have two great questions. “What is the difference between a meteor and an asteroid?” and "What are asteroids made of?" Do you have any guesses? Listen in to find out!

Hosts: Brian Holden and Meredith Stepien

Written, Produced, and Edited by: Nate DuFort

Co-Created by: Nate DuFort and Sandy Marshall

Music composed by: Jesse Case

Logo by: Steven Lyons

Thank you to our sponsor Kids’ Chemical Solutions and their chemistry comic book series filled with colorful characters and exciting storylines. Order now at www.kidschemicalsolutions.com

Asteroid or Meteor: What's the Difference? Find out more from our friends at NASA Space Place: https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/asteroid-or-meteor/en/

Do you have a question for a future edition of “Reaching Out?” Just get your parents permission and give us a call at 312-248-3402 (or an email at [email protected]) and leave us a message with your first name, where you're from and your question for a chance to be featured in an upcoming episode.

You can find REACH on Twitter and Instagram or at www.ReachThePodcast.com

REACH: A Space Podcast for Kids is a production of Soundsington Media committed to making quality programing for young audiences and the young at heart. To find out more go to www.soundsingtonmedia.com

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REACH's "REACHing Out" episodes are where we answer YOUR Questions. This week's question comes from Taylor in Pennsylvania who asks "What are the different types of telescopes and what are they used for?" For an answer, we turn to REACH Special Contributor Joalda Morancy.

Hosts: Brian Holden and Meredith Stepien

Written, Produced, and Edited by: Nate DuFort

Co-Created by: Nate DuFort and Sandy Marshall

Music composed by: Jesse Case

Logo by: Steven Lyons

Special thanks to the latest addition to Joalda Morancy for the amazing breakdown of the types of telescopes and how they are used.

You can find Joalda's book Aliens Join the Scientists Searching Space for Extraterrestrial Life at: https://neonsquidbooks.com/books/aliens/

Thank you to our sponsor Kids’ Chemical Solutions and their chemistry comic book series filled with colorful characters and exciting storylines. Order now at www.kidschemicalsolutions.com

How do Telescopes Work? Find out more at https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/telescopes/en/

Check out Adler Planetarium's Skywatch for what you should be looking up at this July: https://www.adlerplanetarium.org/blog/what-to-see-stargazing-tips-july-2023/

Do you have a question for a future edition of “Reaching Out?” Just get your parents permission and give us a call at 312-248-3402 (or an email at [email protected]) and leave us a message with your first name, where you're from and your question for a chance to be featured in an upcoming episode.

You can find REACH on Twitter and Instagram or at www.ReachThePodcast.com

REACH: A Space Podcast for Kids is a production of Soundsington Media committed to making quality programing for young audiences and the young at heart. To find out more go to www.soundsingtonmedia.com

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This week the team here at REACH is excited to feature a Summer Sampler of some of our favorite Kids Listen podcasts. Maybe you'll find a new favorite in the bunch! 

Learn more about Kids Listen at https://www.kidslisten.org

And to learn more about all of the amazing shows featured in today's sampler, follow the links below:

Girl Tales: www.girltalespodcast.com

Book Club for Kids: http://www.bookclubforkids.org

Like You: www.likeyoupodcast.com

Power Dog Adventures: https://www.powerdogadventures.com/

Unspookable: www.soundsingtonmedia.com

Stoopkid Stories: https://stoopkidstories.com/

Peace Out: www.peaceoutpodcast.com

What If World: http://www.whatifworldpodcast.com/

Dorktales Storytime Podcast: http://dorktalesstorytime.com

Fina Mendoza Mysteries: http://finamendozamysteries.com

Kids Listen audio transitions by Dan Saks of www.noodleloafshow.com

KL Summer Sampler 2023 produced by Lynn Hickernell of http://goodwordspodcast.com  

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This week the REACH team is over the moon to have a longform sit-down with renowned author, retired astronaut, and the first Canadian to walk in space, Col. Chris Hadfield.  Then we get a visit from the icy moon of Jupiter, Europa (the great Kevin Vidal!), - all on this episode of REACH.

Hosts: Brian Holden and Meredith Stepien 

Written by: Sandy Marshall with Nate DuFort, Meredith Stepien and Brian Holden. 

Co-Created, Produced by: Nate DuFort and Sandy Marshall 

Edited by: Nate DuFort

Music composed by: Jesse Case

Logo by: Steven Lyons

Special thanks to Col. Chris Hadfield, renowned author and retired astronaut, and the first Canadian to walk in space. To purchase a copy of The Apollo Murders and The Darkest Dark, go to https://chrishadfield.ca/books/.

Col. Chris Hadfield photo credit: Shye Klein. 

Col. Chris Hadfield online:

Website: www.chrishadfield.ca

Twitter: @Cmdr_Hadfield

Facebook: @AstronautChrisHadfield

Instagram: @colchrishadfield

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisHadfieldAstronaut

TikTok: @cmdr_hadfield

Col. Chris Hadfield plays “Space Oddity” by David Bowie from the ISS:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaOC9danxNo

Europa was voiced by the great Kevin Vidal. You can catch Kevin on Working Moms, Strays, and Odd Squad: The Movie.

Kevin Vidal online:

Instagram: @notkevinvidal

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kevinvidalactor

Twitter: @notkevinvidal

Special thanks to Shannon Abbott, Cheryl-Ann Horrocks, Ashley Comeau, Janet Davidson-Marshall, and our REACH learning community.

All about Europa:

https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/moons/jupiter-moons/europa/overview/

More about The Peepkins: 

Anna Faris, Maulik Pancholy, and Diedrich Bader star in this fully scripted kids story podcast. With original songs this show is perfect for screen-free listening for the whole family — just in time for the holidays. In the quaint, midwestern-esque town of Coopmore Ridge live an offbeat and somewhat insecure subspecies of the rural yellowfowl, Gallus Gallus-McDigitus Domesticus, otherwise known as Peepkins! Join eccentric, antenna wearing Commander Hatch (ANNA FARIS) along with her fearful but determined best friend Noah (MAULIK PANCHOLY) as they go on adventures and lift the town’s spirits all while trying to melt the icy heart of the menacing villain Baron Von Torius (DIEDRICH BADER). While they may be small, their emotions are big and ideas must be heard.

From QCODE, the makers Hank the Cowdog with Matthew McConaughey and Cupid with Diego Boneta. All 10 episodes will be available for free, but QCODE+ subscribers get early, uninterrupted access to new episodes. Learn more at https://qcodemedia.com/qcodeplus.

REACHing Out are bi-weekly mini-episodes where we answer YOUR Questions. This week we have a special episode as author and REACH Special Contributor Joalda Morancy stops by to talk about their new middle-grade book ALIENS. Don't miss it!

Hosts: Brian Holden and Meredith Stepien with Nate DuFort 

Written by: Nate DuFort with Sandy Marshall, Meredith Stepien and Brian Holden.

Co-Created, Produced by: Nate DuFort and Sandy Marshall

Edited by: Nate DuFort

Music composed by: Jesse Case

Logo by: Steven Lyons

Special thanks to author Joalda Morancy whose latest book, Aliens, is available now wherever you find books. 

About the book:

Do aliens exist? Are UFOs real? The race is on to discover alien life in the universe!

This book will sort myth from fact to bring you the real science behind the search for alien lifeforms. Space expert Joalda Morancy will take readers on a tour of the solar system (and beyond) on board new NASA missions searching for the most likely alien hiding places—from icy moons of Jupiter to the clouds of Venus. Along the way kids will find out about:

• The robots sent to Mars to look for Martians
• What really goes on at Area 51
• Ways to spot an advanced alien civilization (hint—look for dim stars)

Readers will explore a comet, race futuristic spaceships, and discuss what we would say to aliens when we finally meet them (after “hello!”).

They may seem as fanciful as wizards and monsters, but this book will show that scientists not only believe that aliens exist—but that it’s only a matter of time before we find them.

Do you want to win your own copy of ALIENS?  Follow REACH on Instagram @reachthepodcast for details later this week. 

Grownups! Can you help KIDS LISTEN by sharing your thoughts for our Kids Listen Survey. It only takes a couple of minutes of your time and can help podcasts like ours better understand your listening habits and what you look for in kids and family podcasts. Just go to: https://www.kidslisten.org/