Should They Watch It?
Before you commit to what could be your child's next favorite TV show, we’ll break down the good, the bad, and the downright annoying of the many TV programs available to your little ones.
Episodes
102 episodes
Ep. 81: Snake Discovery
In this week's podcast, we discuss Kara and Michael's favorite YouTube channel...Snake Discovery! Kara takes us on a tour of their own little reptile zoo and fills us in on her true feelings about Snake Discovery.
•
Season 3
•
Episode 81
•
29:08
Ep. 80: Jillian and Addie
This week we go where the podcast hasn't gone before...YouTube! We're starting off with Brina and Arthur's favorite channel...Jillian and Addie! Haven't heard of it? Neither had Kara. So tune in and learn together! And while we're here...let's ...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 80
•
37:52
Ep. 79: Mecha Builders
Did you know three popular characters from Sesame Street have been turned into robots and given their own show? Kara didn't know either - but thankfully Brina brought Mecha Builders to the podcast for us to review! This preschool hit from 2022 ...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 79
•
22:31
Ep. 78: Ready Jet Go!
This week, we're reviewing Ready Jet Go! from PBS Kids. Our review leads to a conversation about Brina's son's new glasses and Kara's kiddo's new hobby. Let us know what you think about this week's review!
•
Season 3
•
Episode 78
•
28:42
Ep. 77: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
On this week's podcast, we're headed to 1982 California to see if Steven Spielberg's beloved E.T. still holds up today. There may be a few things you don't remember from this classic that might be inappropriate for younger viewers. Plus, ...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 77
•
36:07
Ep. 76: Star Trek: Prodigy
This week, we're going to boldly go where no podcast has gone before with our review of Star Trek: Prodigy. This most recent journey with the Star Fleet is aimed at those 7-plus, and we're going to let you know if it's worth the trip into the g...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 76
•
30:34
Ep. 75: Matilda the Musical
You may remember the 90's hit, Matilda starring Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman. Netflix has now brought us Matilda the Musical, based more closely on the original novel and the broadway musical of the same name. A musical? For kids? Seems like a...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 75
•
29:05
Ep. 72: Paw Patrol
This week, Brina and Kara are diving into the MEGA hit - Paw Patrol. Your kids are likely eating out of their Paw Patrol dishes while wearing their Paw Patrol jammies and playing with their Paw Patrol playset...but what do we think of this seri...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 72
•
35:26
Ep. 74: My Dad the Bounty Hunter
Netflix has a new original show: My Dad the Bounty Hunter, which brings us space exploration, alien battles, and some intense family drama - all in one! This very original CGI animation is one you won't want to miss...but there are some things ...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 74
•
39:29
Ep. 73: Beetlejuice
This week, we're headed back to the late 80's to discuss a movie from our childhoods...Beetlejuice! Starring Michael Keaton, Geena Davis, Catherine O'Hara, Winona Ryder, Alec Baldwin and more, does this star-studded movie hold up in today's wor...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 73
•
34:49
Ep. 71: Super Kitties
Super Kitties debuted on Disney+ in January of this year. Have you seen it yet? Brina and Kara let you know if your kids should watch it, while also discussing their own Super Kitties at home...and an hot news topic making the rounds right now....
•
Season 3
•
Episode 71
•
25:09
Ep. 70: Sonic Prime
This week, Brina and Kara review the new Netflix original, Sonic Prime! Brina grew up with the Sonic franchise - so she's very excited to dig in and share her thoughts on this new series. Our host's review ends in a discussion about children's ...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 70
•
28:32
Ep. 69: Peppa Pig with our NEW Co-Host
We are so excited to welcome Kara's new co-host, Brina Palencia to the podcast! Brina has over 20 years experience in the entertainment industry and is also a mom that loves to watch TV with her son! While Brina has spent decades working in the...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 69
•
40:52
Ep. 68: 2022 Recap with Kara and her son, Michael
Thank you for joining us throughout 2022 as we reviewed dozens of your kiddo's favorite TV shows and movies! As you may have seen on social media, Laura has made the decision to leave the podcast to focus on work and family and we wish her all ...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 68
•
19:40
Ep. 67: Mighty Ducks: Game Changers
Laura and Kara will be taking a little break for the holidays (returning January 17th), but before they leave you to your turkey, holiday gifts and Should They Watch It episode-catch-up time...they are reviewing Mighty Ducks: Game Changers on D...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 67
•
47:01
Ep. 66: Drop Dead Fred w/ Nate Newman
Who could have dreamed we'd have so much to say about 1991's Drop Dead Fred?! Joined by Nate Newman from the (Not So) Secret Dads Business Podcast, we dive deep and cover topics from mental health to fascinating facts about the original casting...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 66
•
1:02:37
Ep. 65: AlphaBlocks with Satirical Mommy, Alexis
Alexis from popular Instagram, Satirical Mommy, joins us to discuss one of her favorite educational programs: AlphaBlocks! This might seem like a slam-dunk yes, but one of our hosts has some serious concerns about this show. IS it going to teac...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 65
•
51:27
Ep. 64: Hilda
Bring your Earth-tones, your love of nature, and your best British accent...we are reviewing the Netflix hit, Hilda! Clearly, this show has a LOT of fans...but what do Laura and Kara think? Grab your favorite troll bestie and tune in to find ou...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 64
•
39:42
Ep. 63: Ms. Marvel
The Marvel Universe has a new saga aimed at tweens and teens- Ms. Marvel - showing on Disney+. Fans online are giving this show mixed reviews, but what do Laura and Kara think? Kara is transported back to her childhood after watching, and we al...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 63
•
48:05
Ep. 62: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles with Swanka Burnette
We know you've heard of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - it's a monster of a franchise that's been around for decades! But this week, we're headed back to 1990 to discuss the original TMNT movie. How does it hold up in today's world? Joining us i...
•
Season 62
•
Episode 2
•
54:04
Ep. 61: Lost Ollie
Lost Ollie premiered on Netflix to critical acclaim. Fans seem to love this limited series! But before you allow your kids to watch it...Laura and Kara have some serious concerns. Who exactly IS the audience here? The ladies will do their best ...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 61
•
57:33
Ep. 60: Avatar: The Last Airbender w/ Eric O'Keeffe
Laura and Kara have finally decided it's time to take a hard look at the MEGA hit - Avatar the Last Airbender, along with special guest and huge Avatar fan, Eric O'Keeffe. Eric is a producer, podcaster and voice actor from the popular children'...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 60
•
58:16
Ep. 59: Octonauts with Marshall Escamilla
This week, we 'dive' into an 'ocean' full of fun with* Octonauts* and special guest, Marshall Escamilla. Marshall is an educator, musician, father, and podcaster. You can hear him co-host Tumble Science Podcast for Kids, a science podcast...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 59
•
47:40
Ep. 58: The Land Before Time
This week, Laura and Kara take a deep look into the 1988 mega-hit, The Land Before Time. This movie is full of important messages for social-emotional learning, as well as how to deal with loss and grief. Laura has a lot of thoughts about how t...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 58
•
51:17
Ep. 57: Spirit Riding Free
This week, Laura and Kara discuss the horse-loving mega-franchise, Spirit Riding Free. Are there any potential issues with this series? The internet seems to think so and the ladies are digging in to see if they agree! But first, Kara's voice i...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 57
•
52:20