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Episode 39 | Belief Backpack Heroes: Ruby Bridges- The Girl Who Kept Walking
In this Belief Backpack Heroes episode, kids and families discover the brave story of Ruby Bridges, the six-year-old who helped desegregate schools in 1960. Through storytelling and interactive moments, children explore courage, fairness, faith, and the power of one small step to change history. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 27 mins…
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Episode 38 | Belief Backpack Heroes: Theodore Roosevelt- Guardians of the Wild
Guardians of the Wild – Step into 1903 and discover the camping trip that changed America. In this Faithfully Explore episode, kids and families journey to Yosemite with President Theodore Roosevelt and naturalist John Muir to learn how friendship, courage, and stewardship helped create our National Parks. Through immersive storytelling, interactive fun, and Belief Backpack…
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Episode 37 | Belief Backpack Heroes: Sylvia Rivera: An LGBTQ+ Trailblazer
In this Belief Backpack Heroes episode of Faithfully Explore!, kids and families discover the courageous story of Sylvia Rivera: transgender activist, Stonewall leader, and co-founder of STAR. Through kid-friendly storytelling and reflection, children learn about LGBTQ+ history, equal rights, and the power of standing up for others. Perfect for families raising brave, inclusive kids. 🎧…
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Episode 36 | Sacred Scrolls: Books That Changed the World
Journey across time and cultures in Sacred Scrolls: Books That Changed the World, as Faithfully Explore introduces kids and families to the Torah, Bible, Qur’an, Bhagavad Gita, and Buddhist sutras—ancient stories filled with wisdom, kindness, and shared human values. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 28 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek Release…
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Episode 35 | Kung Fu Panda’s Hidden Wisdom – Inner Peace, Flow, and Harmony
Discover the hidden wisdom inside Kung Fu Panda as Faithfully Explore! uncovers lessons of inner peace, going with the flow, balance, respect, and self-belief. Guided by Laura and a young guest explorer, this episode introduces children and families to Buddhist, Taoist, and Confucian ideas through playful conversation, movement, and meaningful reflection. 🎧 Listen to the…
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Episode 34 | A Knock in the Night: The Folktale of Lon Po Po
A suspenseful children’s folktale podcast from China featuring Lon Po Po (“Grandma Wolf”). Kids explore clever thinking, teamwork, and safety through this thrilling story, similar to Red Riding Hood, on Faithfully Explore! 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 22 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek Release Date January 22, 2026
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Episode 33 | A Day of Stillness: What Zen Teaches Us
A Day of Stillness: What Zen Teaches Us is a calming, kid-friendly episode of Faithfully Explore! where children and families discover Zen Buddhism through gentle storytelling, mindfulness, breathing, and compassion—learning how stillness can become a powerful everyday practice. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 26 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek Release Date…
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Episode 32 | A Fresh Start: Exploring New Year’s Resolutions
A gentle, kid-friendly New Year’s episode exploring resolutions, focus words, and global traditions—helping families start 2026 with curiosity, kindness, and purpose. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 15 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek Release Date January 7, 2026
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Episode 31 | Eight Nights of Light: Hanukkah Traditions Today
Part two of our Hanukkah adventure for kids! Learn about menorah lighting, dreidel games, Hanukkah foods, Jewish traditions, mindfulness, and spreading light through kindness. A Gentle Note for Families After recording this episode on Sunday, December 14, 2025, a deeply sad and frightening event occurred at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia. Families were gathered for…
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Episode 30 | The Miracle of the Little Light: A Hanukkah Adventure
Hanukkah for kids! Join Faithfully Explore in The Miracle of the Little Light: A Hanukkah Adventure to hear the story of the Maccabees and the oil miracle. Features a dreidel game, guided meditation, and craft challenge. 🎧 Listen to the Episode Episode Overview Length 🕛 11 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek Release Date December 10,…
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Episode 29 | The Good Samaritan – A Journey of Kindness
Welcome, Explorers! Imagination caps? On. Listening ears? Open. Belief Backpack? Ready?Because today, we’re speeding back in time to solve a mystery on the most dangerous road in ancient history- the road from Jerusalem to Jericho! In this adventure, your child will walk right into the famous parable of The Good Samaritan. A story filled with…
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Episode 28 | Camp Faithfully Explore: The Three Sisters Story
Step into the Haudenosaunee legend of the Three Sisters in this kid-friendly Faithfully Explore! episode. Through story, movement, and reflection, we learn about teamwork, Indigenous wisdom, and why “we grow best when we grow together.” Perfect for families, classrooms, and homeschoolers. Length 🕛 10 mins Host 🎙️ Laura Menousek Release Date November 26, 2025
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Episode 27 | One Love, One Heart: Exploring Rastafarian Beliefs
Discover the meaning of Rastafarian beliefs in this kid-friendly episode of Faithfully Explore! from Marcus Garvey and Haile Selassie to dreadlocks, Ital living, reggae music, and the true story of Bob Marley’s One Love Peace Concert. Perfect for ages 5–12, this episode teaches unity, justice, natural living, and global respect through storytelling, movement, and imagination.…
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Hats Off to Respect: Teaching Kids About Hair and Head Coverings
From “Why Is She Wearing That?” to “That’s Beautiful!” If you’ve ever heard this question shouted at full volume, you’re not alone.Kids are naturally curious about people who look different. One of the first things they notice? Hair and head coverings- turbans, hijabs, kippahs, dreadlocks, and more. These aren’t just fashion choices; they’re symbols of…