
Short & Curly is the fun and educational ABC Kids and Family podcast that makes philosophy and ethics easy, entertaining, and thought-provoking. Hosted by Molly Daniels, Carl Smith, and philosopher Eleanor Gordon-Smith, the show explores big questions for kids about right and wrong, fairness, truth, knowledge, logic, beauty, and art. Perfect for kids aged 8β12, Short & Curly is loved by families, ... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 247 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Kids & FamilySociety & CulturePhilosophy | |||

Wait... They Did What!? is the question youβll be asking after travelling back through modern history with comedian Tilly Oddy-Black.
Weβll unearth the weird, wild and outright scandalous stuff people did in the olden days... like letting kids buy ... more
At Camp Short & Curly, the marshmallows are toasty, the swings are wild, and Mollyβs Amazing Cool Book Club is about to begin β but her stories? YIKES! From creepy sea witches to thumb-chopping tailors, why were some old fairy tales so weird and scar... more
In this epic musical retelling of The Emperorβs New Clothes, Molly and Carl take you deep into a kingdom where following fashion rules and telling the truth is harder than it looks. Thereβs a sneaky tailor, an emperor whoβs obsessed with her wardrobe... more
Why are wolves always the villains in old European fairy tales? And is it OK to stereotype animals, or people for that matter? To investigate, Molly, Carl and Eleanor head off on a fairytale research trip to the snowy forests of Germany. But their ad... more
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I love this show so much, but also I have a show idea, if you decide to make more episodes, is it ethical, if you and your friend are arguing to talk to another friend about it, or see who they think is right? My favorite episode is should celebrities keep it real, and I would save Molly in a fire, because she is younger, and thank you so much for making this show!! Edit can u make an episode about Greek mythology and how ethical some of the stories are and the messages Ancient Greeks were tryin... more
I like it. It's so amazing, I miss matt. π Short and curly is so cool I recommend it to people aged 7 to 13. My favourite episode is: 'Is cannibalism okay?'
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My sister got my phone and commented on all my podcasts so for the record this is on of the best podcasts Iβve ever listened to (also yes the spot the difference was rigged)
(Update) I just learned that Matt left ππππππππ I am SO SAD please bring him back π₯Ί
(Update 2) I would save Carl in a fire,Carl should get a pug as long as he is nice to it and can you do a podcast on why little kids are always getting special treatment
(Update3) DOGS ARE BETTER THAN CATS and cereal goes in firs... more
I love your show!! I miss Matt but I also really love Eleanor! I was wondering if you could do an episode (or biteπ₯Ί) about Is it ever okay to gossip? Thank you!
Itβs soo good! I miss Matt but I love Eleanor too!
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Short & Curly is a family-friendly philosophy and ethics show that translates big concepts into approachable, kid-centered conversations. Episodes mix playful banter with thoughtful debates on topics like fairness, truth, responsibility, and identity, often featuring a philosopher guest who helps frame accessible moral reasoning. The format blends humor with accessible philosophy, making complex ideas feel practical for young listeners and their caregivers. A standout element is how it uses real-world scenarios (pets, parenting, technology, art) to teach critical thinking, empathy, and ethical reasoning in an entertaining way.
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Recent guests on Short & Curly include:
1. Tilly Oddy-Black
2. Jonathan Webb
3. Wolfgang the Wolf
4. Eleanor the Otter
5. Poppy's Owner
6. Park Witch
7. Eleanor Gordon-Smith
8. John Glaw
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