StoryBeam flagship show
StoryBeam is the daily story podcast at the heart of StoryBeam Kids: a mom and her young co-host reading favorite children's books together, released as short, warm episodes for breakfast, the commute, or a bedtime wind-down. This page lists every episode released so far, newest first, with the release date, run time, a short parent review, and a direct link to listen on Apple Podcasts.
What is StoryBeam? StoryBeam is a daily children's audio podcast co-hosted by a mom and her young daughter, centered on favorite picture books read aloud with warmth and gentle book chat. Episodes run about 5 to 10 minutes and are reviewed before they appear in the closed, parent-safe StoryBeam Kids catalog. As of this page's last update, StoryBeam has released 25 episodes, available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and free to stream at storybeamkids.com.
“StoryBeam feels like a little moment of calm and wonder in the day. The episodes are gentle, playful, and full of heart, with stories that can make kids smile while still touching the adults listening with them.”
25 episodes and counting
Newest release first. Every entry links straight to the Apple Podcasts episode page.
Mischievous monkey laughs — A classic, participatory story about a frustrated peddler and a troupe of mischievous monkeys. The stamping, shaking, and repetition give kids plenty of safe ways to join the fun.
Big love, cozy bedtime — A warm bedtime classic about a little bunny and his father trying to measure love. The simple back-and-forth feels affectionate, reassuring, and made for a quiet family cuddle.
Make-your-mark creativity — A hopeful creative story about a child who thinks she cannot draw until one small dot changes everything. It is an encouraging Monday listen about starting before you feel ready.
Listener-picked farm fun — A listener-nominated classic about Petunia, a goose who mistakes carrying a book for being wise. The farmyard mix-ups are funny, and the special dedication makes this feel like a real community moment.
Sparkly creative chaos — A colorful, giggle-heavy story about a mischievous unicorn with a crayon. The creative chaos stays cozy enough for a Sunday wind-down and leaves a nice reminder that mistakes can become art.
Big city exploration — A colorful tour through New York City for little explorers. The episode turns familiar landmarks and big-city energy into an upbeat family trip from the comfort of home.
Time-space adventure — A brisk trip through time and space with the Doctor and the TARDIS. It brings more momentum than the quieter episodes while keeping the adventure bright, imaginative, and family-friendly.
Small seed, big potential — A sweet forest story about the potential hidden inside something very small. Its steady pace and growth theme make it an easy fit for quiet listening and gentle encouragement.
Wild acorn energy — A high-energy, silly story about a little acorn with a very big personality. The chaos stays playful and warm, with an encouraging thread about being wonderfully yourself.
Planet gratitude — A gentle, rhyming celebration of the gifts the earth shares through every season. It is a calm nature listen that invites gratitude and curiosity without feeling like a lesson.
Monday courage boost — A heartfelt Monday kickoff about how bravery looks different for everyone, with plenty of heart behind the message. It's an encouraging, kind way to start the week with a little more courage.
Sunday cozy affirmations — A beautiful, slow-down bedtime read that reminds every listener how wonderful they truly are before a new week begins. It's the kind of soft, sincere story built for quiet Sunday-night snuggles.
Underwater first-day nerves — A splashy, coral-reef school day story that gently mirrors the nervous-excited feeling of trying something new. It's a comforting listen for any child who has ever felt first-day butterflies.
Big rhyming send-off — One of the most inspiring rhyming books ever written, read with plenty of heart for a Friday send-off into the weekend. It leaves kids and grown-ups both thinking about the adventures still waiting ahead.
Cozy Italian folktale — A timeless, cozy classic about a magical pasta pot that just won't stop cooking, full of warmth and gentle consequences. The old-world charm gives it a storytime feel that lingers long after the episode ends.
Silly chair standoff — A bouncy, rhyme-filled standoff between a stubborn bear and a very patient mouse trying to win back his seat. The read-aloud rhythm makes it easy for kids to shout along and giggle through the whole thing.
Naming big feelings — A tender look at the whole range of emotions living inside every child, from big and loud to small and quiet. The gentle framing helps young listeners feel understood rather than overwhelmed.
Monday morning affirmations — A gentle way to kick off the week, built around simple positive affirmations kids can repeat right along with the story. It leaves a warm, confident feeling without ever turning preachy.
Magical zoo mischief — A giggly, imaginative chase through the zoo as the gang tries every trick to catch a very fast, very magical creature. The playful rhymes keep the energy light while leaving plenty of room for little ones to dream up their own magical friend.
Ocean storytime — A lively ocean-themed story full of movement, imagination, and wonder. It feels playful without becoming too busy, and still carries the warm, gentle StoryBeam feeling underneath.
Silly taco-party fun — A bright, easy-to-picture taco party for hungry dragons, with the no-spicy-salsa detail giving the episode its funniest spark. It keeps a great mix of silliness, imagination, sweetness, and cozy StoryBeam warmth.
Gentle zoo goodbyes — A sweet, rhythmic story about a polite tortoise saying goodbye around the zoo. The animal wordplay gives it a fun read-aloud feel, while the gentle structure keeps the whole episode playful, kind, and easy to follow.
Playful morning silliness — A lively, funny episode built around the little red chicken trying to convince Papa that cookies should count as breakfast. Under the silliness, the warm parent-and-child feeling keeps it cozy and full of personality.
Warm encouragement — A tender, meaningful listen that feels like a little moment of encouragement. The story carries an uplifting message about being valued, capable, and wonderfully yourself, with a calm tone that can help a child feel seen and supported.
Tiny dream, big adventure — A beautiful first episode with a tiny creature, a huge dream, and a wide world waiting to be explored. The rhyming adventure feels gentle and musical, with a message that even someone small can have a brave heart and an important place in the story.
Quick answers
StoryBeam has released 25 episodes so far, including one listener-nominated bonus episode. New episodes arrive daily and this page is updated as they release.
StoryBeam is co-hosted by a mom and her young daughter, who is also the founder of StoryBeam Kids. Her dad, Jason, built the app and reviews every episode before it appears in the catalog.
StoryBeam is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and inside the StoryBeam Kids app and website, which puts StoryBeam first in a closed, parent-reviewed catalog.
Most StoryBeam episodes run 5 to 10 minutes, built for breakfast, the school commute, or a short bedtime wind-down.
