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Published 06/08/24
Lights, camera, action! Have you ever wondered what it takes to make a movie for the big screen? From talented actors, to costumes and camera work, there are tons of moving parts that go into directing movies. Join Emily and Winston as they attend a Q&A with film director Roger Kumble, and hear all about his beginnings in theater and what inspired him to make movies for a living! Dive into the world of Hollywood and the day to day life of a filmmaker, and who knows? You might already have...
Published 04/20/24
"When the lights go off, what's a kid to do? Join Emily and Winston in this exciting power outage adventure and discover the mysteries of electricity together as they dive into the fascinating story of Benjamin Franklin, the famous inventor known for his experiments with electricity and his portrait on the 100 dollar bill. Can they learn something new about how electricity lights up our world? This episode of Lingokids: Growin' Up podcast is packed with fun, learning, and adventure, perfect...
Published 04/13/24
When the other kids won’t let Winston play pirates with them, Emily comes to Winston's aid and reveals the secrets of human actions with a little help from psychology. 🤔 Psychologists have some pretty fun ways to figure out why we behave a certain way — like the famous marshmallow test🍬🍬🍬! Ready to test it yourself and resist the marshmallow temptation? Join this episode that makes the science of psychology accessible and thrilling for kids.
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Published 04/06/24
Have you ever wondered why fireflies glow? Or if monkeys have a best friend? Discover the secrets of scientists with Emily, Winston and our special guest Jessica Malati Rivera, a scientist who specializes in infectious diseases. From observing nature to setting up experiments, to sharing new discoveries, the world of science is more exciting and vast than you ever imagined!
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***** Parents, in the Lingokids app, we have plenty of interactive activities, games, songs, and...
Published 03/30/24
Have you ever wondered where your piggy bank comes from, or what pigs have to do with money in the first place? 🐷 Well, look no further! In this episode, Emily teaches Winston about the important roles piggy banks 🏦 and real life banks play in keeping our money safe, and how it all began with an earthquake! 🌍
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***** Parents, in the Lingokids app, we have plenty of interactive activities, games, songs, and more that blend educational subjects and modern life skills to help...
Published 03/23/24
"In this Growin' Up adventure, Emily and Winston must put on their detective hats to solve the mystery of Emily's missing birthday cake! 🕵️🎂 Use your problem-solving skills to sniff out the truth. Get ready for a journey filled with laughter, surprises, and a sprinkle of suspense.
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***** Parents, in the Lingokids app, we have plenty of interactive activities, games, songs, and more that blend educational subjects and modern life skills to help get your kids ready for...
Published 03/16/24
Did you know that the ocean covers over 70% of the Earth’s surface? In this episode of Growin’ Up, Emily and Winston get their feet wet in the wonderful world of marine biology! Get to know the job of a marine biologist with special guest Dr. Asha de Vos, along with some fun facts about marine life! Wetsuits on everybody, this is one oceanic adventure!
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***** Parents, in the Lingokids app, we have plenty of interactive activities, games, songs, and more that blend...
Published 03/09/24
Join Emily and Winston as they lunge into the exciting world of lawyers! 🧑⚖️ Learn how lawyers use their skills to solve problems, and discover the incredible story of Abraham Lincoln, who started out as a lawyer before he became president. Imagine yourself in a courtroom, standing up for justice and defending the innocent! This is going to be awesome!
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***** Parents, in the Lingokids app, we have plenty of interactive activities, games, songs, and more that...
Published 03/02/24
Weather wonders await! In this episode of Growin’ Up, Emily and Winston explore the world of meteorologists, and how they predict the weather using clues and special instruments. 🌦️ Travel to Antarctica to see meteorologists in action, using tools like remote weather towers and Doppler radars. Discover the important role meteorologists play in keeping people safe and learning about changes in the climate and get ready for this wisdom-filled weather adventure! 🌍
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Published 02/24/24
In this episode of "Growin' Up" Emily and Winston explore the thrilling world of stunt performers 🎬. Tune into an interactive audiobook featuring Caitlin Hutson, a professional stuntwoman, who shares her experiences and the skills required for the job. This adventure will lead us to a stunt training gym, witnessing sword fights ⚔️ and freefalls, and a Wild West movie set! Hear all about the detailed preparation and safety measures required to accomplish professional stunts in this...
Published 02/17/24
Have you ever wondered what a computer programmer really does? 💻 Or who’s in charge of creating the codes behind all of our modern devices? 📱 In this episode of Growin’ Up, Emily and Winston have a blast 🚀 as they learn all the cool stuff computer engineers do!
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***** Parents, in the Lingokids app, we have plenty of interactive activities, games, songs, and more that blend educational subjects and modern life skills to help get your kids ready for today's...
Published 02/10/24
Get ready for a roller coaster of fun 🎢😃 as Emily and Winston explore the fascinating job of amusement park designers! In this episode, we’ll discover the origins of roller coasters and how designers use physics 🎡🔬 and storytelling 📖✨ to create magic. Using proper doses of thrill and safety, find out what it takes to be an amusement park designer. Fasten your seatbelts and enjoy the ride! 🚀
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***** Parents, in the Lingokids app, we have plenty of interactive...
Published 02/03/24
You don't need a culinary school degree to become a professional chef 🧑🍳; in the kitchen, practice makes perfect! In this episode, Emily and Winston call on their chef friend Jack Zheng for a delicious cooking tutorial…mmm Portuguese egg tart! Jack takes us through his family recipe step-by-step, and also shares some great advice: cook for your family, friends, or anyone you like...and most importantly, never give up! 🍽️ 💪
Jack Zheng’s egg tart recipe:
Roll out the butter between...
Published 01/27/24
Did you know that the enamel on your teeth is stronger than any of your bones? Join Emily and Winston as they make a visit to the dentist and discover fun facts about teeth 🦷🦷. Explore the role of the dentist, a job which has been around for over 9,000 years! In this episode you’ll also find out about the different tools dentists use to make sure our teeth stay happy and clean! 🪥✨
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Published 01/20/24
Hey there, adventurers! Get ready to indulge your sweet tooth on this episode of “Growin’ Up,” where Emily and Winston dive headfirst into the world of chocolatiers 🍫. Join the duo as they explore the secrets of crafting chocolate sculptures, from lifelike elephants to majestic castles with dragons on top! With a trip to a chocolatier school 🎓, run by the world star chocolatier Amaury Guichon, and a mouthwatering sip of historical hot chocolate, this episode is an exciting journey into the...
Published 01/13/24
We are wrapping up this year and heading for a break. Emily and Winston will be back in January with more amazing guests and stories about all kinds of professions. In the meantime, the Lingokids team wish you Happy Holidays! 🎄🎁✨Want to share your thoughts? Send us an email to
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Published 12/23/23
Have you ever had an idea for an invention and wondered how these ideas become a reality? 💡 On this episode of Growin’ Up, Emily and Winston explore the exciting job of entrepreneurs, and take a special look at the work of Sophia Webster, a shoe designer who discovered her love for design in college and has been working hard ever since on her very own fashion business! 👠 In this episode you’ll also hear about the history of business owners, a young entrepreneur who started her own candy...
Published 12/20/23
Are you a collector of rocks? 🪨🪨 Ever wondered about the amazing world that exists under the surface of our Earth? Join Emily and her assistant Winston as they visit a diamond mine 💎, and unearth the mysteries of geologists! Hear all about the job of geologists, and how they study rocks, mountains, and volcanoes to uncover Earth's history. We’ll even take a visit to Yellowstone National Park, where we’ll discover sandstone layers and witness the eruption of the famous geyser, Old Faithful....
Published 12/16/23
Ever wondered what happens to trash once it leaves our homes? 🗑️ Join Emily and Winston as they board a garbage truck to find out how junk and gunk gets picked up and squished into a giant garbage sandwich! We’ll even visit a landfill to understand just how important trash collectors are.A Lingokids Original podcast produced by Paradiso MediaStarring Emily Calandrelli as Herself and Brock Powell as Winston.Executive Producers: Emi Norris, Benoit Dunaigre, Lorenzo Benedetti, Louis...
Published 12/09/23
Set sail on an exciting sea adventure in this episode of 'Growin' Up'! Join Emily and Winston as they navigate the waves with our special guest, world-renowned sailor and boat racer ⛵, Charlie Enright. Dive into Charlie's early days growing up by the ocean, leading to his epic 6-month voyages racing boats around the globe. Plus, get ready for an interactive journey onto a stormy sea - a perfect chance to learn about life aboard a sailboat on the vast, open waters. ***** Parents, in the...
Published 12/02/23
Join the exciting journey with Emily and Winston in this rainy day episode of 'Growin' Up' as they dive into the enchanting world of the New York Public Library 📚. Explore the magical world of librarians and nurture your love for reading.
Perfect for young book lovers, this episode takes you on an unforgettable adventure through the aisles of one of the world's most famous libraries. Buckle up for this booky adventure!
A Lingokids Original podcast produced by Paradiso Media
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Published 11/25/23
Ready for a day at the beach? 🏊♂️ 🏖️ How about a visit to the waterpark? Join Emily and Winston as they explore the responsibilities of a professional lifeguard! 🛟 Whether it’s responding quickly to water emergencies, or directing swimmers to safety, the job of a lifeguard is very important! In this episode you’ll hear some unbelievable rescue stories and some fun history about the job. Slap on some sunscreen and get ready to dive in!
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Published 11/18/23
Start your engines and get ready to go full throttle! 🏎️ On this episode of Growin’ Up, Emily and Winston speed into the life and work of racecar drivers. Meet our very special guest, Bianca Bustamante, and hear all about how she became a successful Formula 1 driver–at only 18 years old! Visit a go-kart track and a real racing track, where we’ll explore all the moving parts that go into winning a big race! From the car design, to the engineers and strategists behind it all, you won’t want to...
Published 11/11/23