Parent Busters
by Jacqueline Wilson and Ella Wilson
Welcome to Parent Busters: A fun and FUNNY podcast where parents and kids can learn about interesting and sometimes weird topics together (and laugh together!). We're also busting some funny and weird sayings, superstitions & wives’ tales our parents told us. Great if you're looking for a podcast for kids and parents for family listening, homeschool podcasts, or podcasts for teachers to learn with kids! Be sure to grab our FREE Buster Deduction Sheets BEFORE listening to the episodes or just head over for more learning after listening on ParentBusters.com.
Episodes
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Unwrapping A Christmas Story: From Ovaltine to Bunny Suits (Busting Back Episode)
Put on your pink bunny suits and make a mashed potato mound with Meatloaf, Smeatloaf, Double-beatloaf! In this BUSTING BACK episode, Ella and Jackie tackle everyone's favorite Christmas fun facts for A Christmas Story movie. We're unwrapping the realities behind the film's most iconic scenes…
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Winter Warriors: Cold Truth About How Animals Tackle Winter (BUSTING BACK EPISODE)
Ever thought about how animals weather the frosty winter months? In this BUSTING BACK Parent Busters episode we're covering how animals prepare for winter in sometimes super weird ways. We're taking a deep - and chilly - dive into the world of animal hibernation. Join us on this fascinating…
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Exploring Native American Heritage: History and Culture (Busting Back Episode)
Curious about Native American heritage? Ever wondered about the significance of Native American Heritage Month and the Native American Heritage Day? On this BUSTING BACK Parent Busters Episode, we'll cover: Interesting Native American Heritage Month facts What is Native American Heritage Month? /...
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Special Halloween Story For Kids
Join us for a special retelling of the Southern Appalachian folklore tale The Harry Toe story as Jackie gives her version of this Southern spooky folklore story! We'll also cover why ghost stories have always been a part of human culture and unravel the mysterious tapestry of spooky tales…
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Trick or Treat Traditions: Intriguing Tales of Halloween Fun Facts (Busting Back Episode)
Ever wondered about the spooky origins of Halloween and how it evolved into the holiday we know today? In this BUSTING BACK EPISODE, embark on a chilling journey as Jackie and Ella unravel the suspenseful history and traditions of this spectral celebration and tons of trick or treating fun facts…
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Watermelons on Halloween? Weird Pumpkin Traditions and History (Busting Back Episode)
Ready for a deep-dive into the world of pumpkins and gourds? In this Parent Busters Busting Back Episode, we'll cover all the pumpkin facts and pumpkin lore you never knew you needed! Pumpkins, a staple in American traditions, hold some fascinating and surprising secrets and we're going to unmask...
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Unraveling Autumn, Without Pumpkin Spice (Busting Back Episode)
Ready for an autumn adventure? In this BUSTING BACK Parent Busters podcast episode, we're taking a vibrant journey through the science, mythology and folklore of fall. Prepare to be spellbound as we decode the enigma of leaf color change, frostproof evergreens, and the reasons behind the…
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Weird Body Myths: From Elbow Licking Challenges to Eye-Pop Sneezing
Ever thought of licking your elbow or touching your nose with your tongue? Sounds ludicrous, right? In this Parent Busters podcast episode, we expose weird body myths and weird body challenges, starting off with the laughably impossible task of licking your elbow. We not only looked into the...
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Tweet Talk: Are Birds Bird Brains?
Get ready for some feathered facts because we're not just winging it on this fun episode of the Parent Busters Podcast with Jackie and Ella! Beyond the banter, we'll soar into the extraordinary capabilities of our winged companions with tons of bird fun facts including: What is in a bird's brain?...
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Homeschool vs Public School: Schoolyard Slang Shenanigans (Busting Back Episode)
In this BUSTING BACK back to school podcast episode, Ella and Jackie go toe-to-toe with school slang! Jackie tests homeschooler Ella on current school slang and school lingo and public school concepts, while Ella does the same for Jackie. Have you ever wondered about the ins and outs of…
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Fun Back-to-School Traditions Around the World (Busting Back Episode)
In this fun back to school Parent Busters BUSTING BACK episode, Jackie and Ella tackle what first day of school is like all over the world (including what back to homeschool is like!). Ever wonder why Japanese students start their school year in April or what's the history behind the hard-sided...
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Something's Afoot With Bigfoot
Ready to uncover myths and legend of Bigfoot? You know, that hairy cryptid with (you guessed it) BIG FEET! We're busting myths and facts about this elusive creature while also diving into the world of cryptozoology. This Parent Busters episode with Jackie & Ella covers Bigfoot fun facts and Big...
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History Of Barbie Doll: Sparkle, Struggles & Surprise Toy Fun Facts
Are you ready to journey back in time for a retrospective on the world's most iconic doll - the Barbie Doll of course! We're jumping into Barbie mania from the Barbie movie and answering fun Barbie history and surprising facts! In this Parent Busters podcast episode, Ella and Jackie cover Barbie...
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THIS EPISODE STINKS! Body Odors Unmasked
Hold your noses because we're diving into stinky science with bacteria, feet, stinky hair, and dragon breath! On this aromatic tour we'll unmask the pungent truth by covering: What causes extremely smelly feet? Why do my feet smell so bad even after I wash them? Do feet really smell like cheese?...
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About Home School: Demented and Sad, But Still Not Social? (Busting Back Episode)
In this Parent Busters Podcast BUSTING BACK EPISODE, we're pulling back the curtain on our own homeschooling experience, surprising way we home school, and Ella's HONEST input about her own homeschooling journey. GET YOUR OWN KEEP HOMESCHOOLING WEIRD AND DEMENTED AND SAD BUT STILL NOT SOCIAL...
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Flaming Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Pioneers: Explosive History of Fireworks (Busting Back Episode)
Fireworks history is like an explosion of information for the brain! In this BUSTING BACK episode, we cover fun facts about fireworks for kids and parents like: Why were fireworks invented (the surprising reason!) (and were fireworks invented by mistake?) How do fireworks get their color? How do...
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Black Sweat, Pink Hippo Blood Sweat and Other Stinky Fun Facts About Sweating
Ready for some fun facts about sweat for kids and parents to learn about together? On this Parent Busters podcast episode, we're learning all about that goofy glisten and talking about some hilarious hydration hijinks like: What is black sweat? Can you really sweat the color of Gatorade? Why is...
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Sun-Believable Stories and Fun Facts About The Sun (Busting Back Episode)
Join us for Sunbelievable Stories and Rays of Fun with our burning sun fun facts! In this BUSTING BACK Parent Busters Podcast Episode, we'll cover: Can you go blind from staring at the sun? How hot is the sun? What is the sun made of? What does the sun symbolize in mythology? What are myths about...
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Fairy Circles & Mushroom Gnomes
Join us for the world of mushroom magic for Once Upon a Fungus: Adventures with Fairy Circles and Mushroom Gnomes, where we're covering: What do fairy circles mean? What is mycelium and its function? And what does it have to do with a fairy circle? (aka: What causes a mushroom fairy ring?) What...
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Girls Who Glowed In The Dark (Radium Girls)
In this Parent Busters podcast episode, we're covering who are the Radium Girls, aka; the Glow Girls or Ghost Girls. Put on your science hat because we're talking people who glowed in the dark: What made girls glow? Were the Radium Girls glowing? Do the Radium Girls bones still glow? Which...
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It Doesn't Grow Like That! (Weird Ways Things Grow)
We're all grown up today and talking about unusual fruits and vegetables that don't grow in the ways you think they grow! On this Parent Busters podcast episode, we'll cover: What are the different ways fruit grow? What fruit is not grown on a tree? Do bananas grow on trees or? How do cashews…
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Wetty Bed Flowers: The Weed That Makes You Wee (Busting Back Episode)
Wondering what are wetty bed flowers? Urine in luck because on this Parent Busters BUSTING BACK episode we're covering why were dandelions called pee the beds and so much more about the pee weed you can eat! Jackie and Ella cover: Why are dandelions called pee the beds? What is the nickname for a...
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We Like Big Booty (Pirate Facts And Myths)
Shiver me timbers! We're talking all about fun pirate facts for kids and parents and busting pirate myths on this Parent Busters podcast episode! Along with generating our own pirate names with the pirate name generator, we'll also get to: What is a pirate booty meaning? Why do they call it...
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Wacky History of Basketball: Dribbling Through Time
In today's Parent Busters podcast episode, Jackie & Ella are tackling things about basketball and basketball fun facts that you don't know. (Yes, for real, basketball facts no one knows!) Whether you're the biggest sports fan ever or a not even a basketball fan, you'll find this origin of...
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Why Is It The Easter Bunny And Not A Chicken? (Hare-raising Story of Egg-laying and Egg-hiding)
Welcome to the hoppiest podcast of the season - Why Does the Easter Bunny Bring Eggs?! Join us as we explore the magical world of Easter and uncover the secrets of one of the most beloved holiday traditions as we crack the code in this hoppin' Parent Busters Podcast episode! Ever wondered why the...
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Is It Easier To Balance An Egg On The Equinox? VERNAL EQUINOX MYTHS AND FUN FACTS (Busting Back Episode)
In this Parent Busters podcast BUSTING BACK episode, we're covering that urban myth about balancing egg on the Spring equinox! (Are you eggs-cited for funny egg puns?!) We're here to answer the age-old question: Can you really balance an egg on the first day of spring? Is it just a yolk or is…
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Evolution of Mario Games: The Video Game From Pixels to Power-Ups
In this Parent Busters podcast episode, we’re covering Mario: The Plumber Who Became a Legend (aka: Ella’s favorite topic for celebrating a gaming icon!). We’ll cover the Influence of Mario on pop culture, gaming, and beyond with topics like: What does Popeye have to do with the Mario games? What...
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PARENT BUSTERS YEAR IN REVIEW: A Year Of Laughter and Eye Rolls
Voted The Best Podcasts for Children to Listen To With Parents* Should We Stay Or Show We Go? Welcome to the Parent Busters year in review episode! In this episode, we'll be looking back at the past year and all the exciting things that have happened and talk about where we’re going from here!…
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Secret Superhero of Science and Cinema: Famous Females In History (Busting Back Episode)
FUN Women's History Month women to learn about for kids! (If you're looking for underrated women in history to learn about or famous women who changed the world, DEFINITELY add this to your history lessons!) Get ready to dive into the world of Hollywood glamour and cutting-edge technology with…
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Mardi Gras Madness: The Whimsical World of Carnival Fun Facts!
Get ready to let the good times roll with our Mardi Gras fun facts podcast for kids and parents to learn together! Join us for a wild ride through the whimsical world of carnival fun facts, as we explore the history, music, food, and costumes of this legendary festival. We'll guide you through…
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Chocolate, Cupid, and Chaos: A Kid's Guide to Valentine's Day
On this Parent Busters Podcast episode we're covering the history of Valentines Day for students and parents. We'll cover Valentine's Day Fun Facts for Kids include: Why do we celebrate Valentine's Day, and more importantly, how can we get candy out of it? What's the deal with all the Valentine...
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Black Inventors In History (Celebrating Black History Month)
On this episode of the Parent Busters Podcast we're honoring February Black History month with some Black inventions that changed the world. This podcast on African American Inventors and their inventions includes: What is Black History Month? Why does everything think George Washington Carver...
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Animals Preparing For Winter Activities (Animals Hibernating In Weird Ways!)
In this fun Parent Busters Podcast episode, we're covering fun facts about how animals hibernate and definitely some weird facts you didn't know about winter preparation in the animal kingdom! We'll cover hibernation facts like: What do animals do in the winter? (Where do animals go in winter?)…
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Don’t Shower On New Year! (Lunar New Years Fun Facts That Don’t Stink!)
For this Parent Busters Podcast episode, we're tackling how do you explain Lunar New Year to kids! And what's up with Lunar New Year vs Chinese New Year, Lunar New Year vs Spring Festival, and Lunar New Year vs Gregorian Calendar?! How is Chinese New Year celebrated facts for kids: Who can’t come...
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MLK Facts That No One Knows
In this Parent Busters podcast episode, we're tackling fun facts about Martin Luther King (including Martin Luther King Jr facts for students you didn't even know about!). Our Martin Luther fun facts include weird MLK facts for kids and important MLK facts like: MLK facts about his childhood that...
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Christmas Story Movie Fun Facts
We're doing a deep dive into everyone's favorite holiday movie: A Christmas Story! We'll cover fun facts about the Christmas Story like: Why did Ralphie get soap in his mouth? Was the leg lamp a real thing? When was A Christmas Story made? Where is A Christmas Story house (and should Jackie and...
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Funny Fart Facts (Busting Back Encore Episode)
In this fairly fart - tastic Parent Busters podcast episode, we're revisiting the topic of all things flatulence including fascinating facts about farting like: Fart gas name (s) Why does fart smell? Can a fart kill you ... especially if you light a fart on fire??? Do boys fart more than girls?…
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Should You Make Your Kid Wear A Coat (Or Give Up That Argument)? (Busting Back Encore Episode)
We're breaking the ice again and revisiting this cool episode covering the argument that every parent has with their kids, including... Can you get sick from not wearing enough clothes? (Yikes!) Will you catch a cold if you go outside in the cold without a coat or with wet hair? (Or are parents...
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Honoring Native American Heritage Month
In this Parent Busters episode, we’re honoring Native American Heritage month and giving fun facts for kids and answering interesting questions like: What terminology do we use? (Is it OK to say Indian?) Interesting Native American Heritage Month facts What is Native American Heritage Month? /...
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It's Fall Y'all!
We’re covering some unbe-leaf-able fun facts for kids and parents about autumn! Not only does Jackie gives a pop culture shout out parents will LOVE and channels her Southern roots (again) but we won’t leaf you hanging on the fun! We’ll cover: What we can blame on Greek Goddesses? What’s up with...
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Special Spooky Story
There's something toe-tally hair-raising about this spooky stories episode... (Let us know if you think it's toe-rrific!) Support the show Grab your free Buster Deduction sheet for kids! Check out how your can support our LISTEN FOR CAUSE to help us give back to others! INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK *All...
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All Treats And No Tricks (Halloween History and Candy Fun Facts)
This episode is a frightfully good time because we’re covering Halloween history facts, Halloween facts about the history of trick or treating, and fun candy facts for kids like: What the heck does a chicken dinner have to do with Halloween candy? The funny thing about candy corn (and other facts...
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Gettin Batty Wit It
On this week's Parent Busters Podcast episode, we’re going through an entire alphaBAT of information with fun bat facts and information like: What is interesting about a bat? The weird history between bats and vampires. Which came first - bats or vampires? What does Ray Charles have to do with...
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Don't Pee Afraid (Busting Back Encore Episode)
Urine luck! We're footloose and fancy pee and bringing back this wee episode covering: Why do we pee anyway? Why is pee so important? Why is my pee that color? (and facts about urine color) What's in urine? What's the longest you can hold your pee? Drinking pee facts Does asparagus make…
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You Don’t Know Jack O Lantern
Things are Fall -ing so we decided to test if we do know Jack ...O LANTERN that is! Check out this fun (slightly derailed) pumpkin podcast where we talk about pumpkin facts and myths, Jack-o-Lantern history, and Jackie reveals (yet another) traumatizing childhood event that will leave even Stingy...
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Queen Elizabeth: Too Royal To Be Real? (People Busters)
With the passing of the Queen, we’re focusing on some interesting facts about Queen Elizabeth and the British Monarchy that may surprise you. Check out these Queen Elizabeth facts for kids and parents! We’ll cover Queen Elizabeth facts and myths like: At what age did Elizabeth 2 became Queen?…
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Hedy Lamarr: Too Pretty To Be Smart? (People Busters Segment)
In this Parent Busters podcast episode, Jackie and Ella talk about one of their FAVORITE people they've ever studied — actress Hedy Lamarr! If you're all like "HUH?" and "WHO???" it's time to get your system hopping by hooking up to your WiFi and pairing your GPS because on this exciting STEM...
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Labor Day History And Meaning
This week's Parent Busters Podcast episode was a labor of love because we're talking all about the real history of Labor Day and Labor Day roots like: Why we celebrate Labor Day When Labor Day started How Labor Day started Labor Day history United States History of Labor Day in Canada and around...
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History of Giants On Earth: Giants of West Virginia & MORE Part 2
On this week's Parent Buster's podcast episode (HISTORY OF GIANTS PART 2), we continue the tall tales of giants, starting with the history of giants of West Virginia, giants in the circus, and giants in mythology! We'll cover: Is there proof of giants in history? / Are there real life giants in...
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History of Giants On Earth: Real BFG? Part 1
In this week's Parent Buster episode we're diving into tall tales like: Is there evidence of giants in history? Are giants still alive? Diagnosing giants and medical terms for giants : acromegaly vs gigantism What happened to the giants on earth? Where do giants live? Who are the giants in…
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About this show
Welcome to Parent Busters: A fun and FUNNY podcast where parents and kids can learn about interesting and sometimes weird topics together (and laugh together!). We're also busting some funny and weird sayings, superstitions & wives’ tales our parents told us. Great if you're looking for a podcast for kids and parents for family listening, homeschool podcasts, or podcasts for teachers to learn with kids! Be sure to grab our FREE Buster Deduction Sheets BEFORE listening to the episodes or just head over for more learning after listening on ParentBusters.com.
Hosted by
Jacqueline Wilson and Ella Wilson