Norse Mythology for tween ears

September 17, 2024 6:05 AM

I'm looking for a podcast about Norse mythology (or any mythology) suitable for tweens. They have already listened to all of Greeking Out. We need more mythology podcasts. Help? Bonus: Animal or Adventure podcasts for tweens, the more oddball the better. We listened to Tooth and Claw, about animal attacks, and it was great, but not really tween suitable. Thank you...
posted by papergirl to Education (4 answers total)

Best answer: For an animal podcast, try Just the Zoo of Us.

In cohosted episodes, each host chooses an animal requested by a listener to research, review, and rate out of ten in the categories of effectiveness, ingenuity and aesthetics. In guest episodes, an expert joins Ellen to review their animal of choice. Experts come from many different backgrounds. They may be scientists, zookeepers, naturalists, or enthusiasts.

This podcast is made with families in mind and contains no profanity or graphic language. Due to the nature of discussion centered around wildlife and their behavior, including topics such as reproduction, predation and parasitism, parents are encouraged to use discretion when listening with young children.

posted by Jeanne at 7:10 AM on September 17 [1 favorite]

For animal stuff we’ve been sampling the Ologies episodes about various animals (cats, puffins, pigeons). These are not made for kids and have adult content like swearing and discussions and jokes about poop and sex. But I and my 9yo like them because they are humorous and entertaining deep dives and I especially like how they cover how the expert became interested in their area of expertise. (You could start with Smologies, which is the kid directed offshoot.)
posted by vunder at 8:53 AM on September 17

Best answer: Myths and Legends podcast. The episode titles indicate which ones are about Norse myth. The narrator isn't shy about criticizing the source material when it is violent, sexist, etc. He always warns of content that may be objectionable. I wouldn't blink at letting my 14-y-o listen, although an 11-y-o might be a tough call.
posted by polecat at 1:14 PM on September 17 [1 favorite]

Best answer: It's a single episode, but You're Dead to Me did Norse mythology and I'd say is child-friendly.
posted by paduasoy at 2:54 AM on September 21