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Short & Curly

ABC Australia
Ethics
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Cats
Parenting Test
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Whales
Pride Vs Showing Off
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Judgment Based On Friendships
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False Advertising
Kindness
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Santa Claus
Dog Waste
Public Rubbish Disposal
Unwanted Gifts

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 8–12, Short & Curly is loved by families, ... more

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It feels soooo nice staying in your comfort zone – it's so comfortable there! But stepping and stretching outside your comfort zone is an important part of life. Is it right when schools or parents push us to do things outside our comfort zone, befor... more

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It was supposed to be the greatest day of Carl’s life – finally, his parents said he was old enough to go on the big dipper ride at the fun park. But! Carl’s parents let his little sister go on the ride the same day! Is it fair that she only had to w... more

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Names are really important things – they form such a big part of our identities. But for people with less common names, or names with uncommon spellings, it can get really exhausting constantly correcting people's pronunciation. How important is it t... more

There are heaps of seemingly cool places that kids aren’t allowed to visit – fancy resorts, or sometimes even rock concerts. Most of the time we accept these rules, but are they actually unfair? And if we were to let kids into adult places, would we ... more

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Recent Guests

Eleanor Gordon-Smith
Philosopher guest to discuss fairness in sibling dynamics
Episode: BITES – Is it fair if siblings get the same things at different ages?
Tilly Oddy-Black
Host of her own podcast introducing her show within the episode
Wait, They Did What?
Episode: INTRODUCING Wait... They Did What!?
Jonathan Webb
Emperor's Assistant, co-star in the production
ABC Kids and Family
Episode: The Emperor’s New Clothes - the nudie musical edition
Wolfgang the Wolf
Wolf in disguise character guest
Fairy tale narrative
Episode: Little Red Riding Hood - Why are wolves always the baddies?
Eleanor the Otter
Philosopher otter guest providing group-dynamics insights
Short and Curly raft of otters
Episode: The Ugly Duckling – when is excluding someone mean, and when is it OK?
Poppy's Owner
Owner of the aggressive dog Poppy, who shares insights about her background.
Episode: Is it wrong to think bad thoughts about people?
Park Witch
An older lady who provides a backstory for Poppy the dog, having known her past before adoption.
Episode: Is it wrong to think bad thoughts about people?
John Glaw
Medical researcher with experience in laboratories, specializing in animal ethics.
Episode: Is animal testing worth the cost?
Harriet Wall
Eight-year-old girl with a messy room
Episode: Why is your room so messy?

Hosts

Molly Daniels
Host of Short & Curly, ABC Kids and Family (and ABC Listen appearances)
Carl Smith
Host of Short & Curly, co-host on multiple iterations
Eleanor Gordon-Smith
Philosopher and host on Short & Curly

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 10k ratings
  • Best podcast ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Good but more Harry Potter plz🪄 p.s. viva la carl!!! Also in the episode “should children swear” Molly’s name is Molly mad eye like Moodie mad eye from Harry Potter? And can you do an episode on Sirius black about being punished for something you didn’t do.

    And also one about can you have best friends? Thanks bye ✌️🤙

    Please update!!!!!!! +5stars⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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    Saoirse (sir-sha)
    Australia12 days ago
  • Fun

    𝕋𝕙𝕚𝕤 𝕚𝕤 𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝕓𝕖𝕤𝕥 𝕡𝕠𝕕𝕔𝕒𝕤𝕥 𝕖𝕧𝕖𝕣!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 𝕀𝕥 𝕞𝕒𝕜𝕖𝕤 𝕞𝕖 𝕗𝕖𝕖𝕝 𝕝𝕚𝕜𝕖 𝕀'𝕞 𝕚𝕟 𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝕡𝕠𝕕𝕔𝕒𝕤𝕥. 𝕀 𝕝𝕠𝕧𝕖𝕖𝕖𝕖𝕖𝕖𝕖𝕖𝕖 𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝕥𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕜𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕢𝕦𝕖𝕤𝕥𝕚𝕠𝕟𝕤 𝕒𝕟𝕕 𝕖𝕧𝕖𝕣𝕪𝕥𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕖𝕝𝕤𝕖. 𝕀 𝕝𝕠𝕧𝕖 𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝕞𝕦𝕤𝕚𝕔𝕒𝕝𝕤 𝕔𝕠𝕦𝕝𝕕 𝕪𝕠𝕦 𝕘𝕦𝕪𝕤 𝕡𝕝𝕖𝕒𝕤𝕖𝕖𝕖𝕖𝕖𝕖𝕖𝕖𝕖𝕖𝕖𝕖𝕖𝕖𝕖 𝕞𝕒𝕜𝕖 𝕞𝕠𝕣𝕖 𝕞𝕦𝕤𝕚𝕔𝕒𝕝𝕤.

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    #𝟙 𝕡𝕠𝕕𝕔𝕒𝕤𝕥 𝕗𝕒𝕟 ❤️
    United Kingdom12 days ago
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    Is makeup ethical?

    Spot the difference:

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    Marginson
    Australia12 days ago
  • Who should get saved first in a fire

    Hi short and curly I think that Carl should get saved first in a fire because he’s a scientist and also because viva la Carl and cats.By the way can you guys do a episode on weather ai should even exist seeing as it damages the environment and uses so much water.

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    Dffdgfyhddtysfuhk
    Australia13 days ago
  • New thing idea

    Hi my name is Paige and I love your podcast and I have a problem I have a broken foot and need crutches and at school a friend of mine who is nice but pushy and at the end of the day I have to get my bag to the giraffe shed (school hall) and my friend always asks if I nee help sometimes I say yes and she carries my bag to the giraffe shed but if I say no she pushes and pushes and pushes until I give her my bag and she carries it to shed so is she allowed to push cause isn’t the rules if I say n... more

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    Paige (meeeeee)
    Australia13 days ago

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Audience desires more episodes and broader topics, including consent and ethics in everyday life.
Listeners repeatedly praise the show's thoughtfulness and warmth, noting it makes ethics accessible for families.
Guests and hosts are described as engaging, insightful, and approachable, with strong chemistry and clear thinking.

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Talking Points

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BITES – Being forced to step out of your comfort zone?
Q: Is it a good idea to force someone to step out of their comfort zone?
It depends; such pushes can be scary and uncomfortable, but may also encourage growth when done thoughtfully and with regard for the person's wellbeing.
Should you have to pass a test to have kids?
Q: How would your parents go if they had to pass a parenting test?
Participants shared their thoughts, indicating varying perceptions of their parents' abilities.
Should you have to pass a test to have kids?
Q: Should adults have to pass a test before they can have children?
The discussion revealed a variety of perspectives on whether a parenting test is necessary for societal safety versus individual freedom.
Bad dog or bad owner? Who’s really to blame?
Q: As the judge in this case, what would you decide and why in relation to Poppy's behavior?
Some listeners advised giving Poppy therapy and more attention, while others felt that if she remains aggressive, she may have to be put down.
Bad dog or bad owner? Who’s really to blame?
Q: What do you think might cause a dog to behave aggressively?
Listeners suggested that both the dog's past experiences and bad training from the owner can lead to aggressive behavior.

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What is Short & Curly about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Short & Curly presents philosophy and ethics in a kid-friendly, conversation-driven format. Episodes explore big questions about right and wrong, fairness, truth, knowledge, and the nature of thinking through playful storytelling, engaging hypothetical scenarios, and guest perspectives. It often features a philosopher guest and hosts who model curious inquiry, making complex ideas accessible for families, teachers, and curious children. A standout is its blend of rigorous thinking with warmth, humor, and practical classroom-friendly takeaways, which makes it appealing to both young listeners and adults seeking thoughtful, accessible discussion.

Noteworthy traits include a consistent focus on ethical questions relevant to children, a rotati... more

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Short & Curly launched 10 years ago and published 247 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Eleanor Gordon-Smith
2. Tilly Oddy-Black
3. Jonathan Webb
4. Wolfgang the Wolf
5. Eleanor the Otter
6. Poppy's Owner
7. Park Witch
8. John Glaw

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