Smash Boom Best: A funny, smart debate show for kids and family

We're taking a little break for the holidays so instead we want to share one of our favorite shows with you: StoryPirates! In this first episode of their newest season, the Story Pirates receive an intriguing invitation and meet a new adversary. Featuring two new stories: ‘The Bed’, a song about an exhausted doctor just looking for somewhere to nap, written by Bentley, a 9 year old from New York, and ‘Do Not Disturb’, a story about one girl’s unending quest to keep her family out of her bedroom, written by a 9 year old from Virginia named Mallory. We also debut our new segment ‘Story Love’ where Lee and Peter read and discuss more stories written by kids with a special guest: the incredible actor Alison Pill.To hear more episodes, follow Story Pirates wherever you get your podcasts or head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/StoryPiratesfdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dive into the delightful world of laughter! Discover why we laugh and the unique types of laughs we share, including the uncontrollable giggles that can transform any moment. Meet experts who explain how laughter connects us, and enjoy a fun game show, Laugh Attack! Challenge yourself to identify different laughter sounds from animals and humans alike. Unearth the social meanings behind laughter and why it's essential for building relationships. Join the joy of laughter and learn what makes it such a universal language!

The Brains On crew is hitting the road in 2026, and our first shows have just been announced. If you like fun, games, dancing, optical illusions and... Mystery Sounds, check out Your Brain is Magic. Head to brainson.org/events to get tickets for the following shows: 1/17 Newark, NJ Victoria Theater 1/18 Red Bank, NJ The Vogel 1/23 San Diego, CA The Observitory 1/24 Aneheim, CA House of Blues 2/21 Vancouver, BC Playhouse Theater (JFL Festival) 2/22 Seattle, WA Neptune Theater If you don't see your city listed, we're adding more dates, so keep checking back!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This debate brings together Anna Goldfield, a writer and archaeologist, advocating for Team Pig, and Billy Soko, an actor and improviser, representing Team Frog. Anna highlights pigs' cleanliness, intelligence, and loving nature, while Billy counters with frogs' incredible jumping abilities, colorful species, and amphibious superpowers. They spar over topics like mirror self-recognition and domestication, trading quick facts and creative roommate ads for both animals. In the end, hilarity ensues as their arguments culminate in a surprising verdict!

This debate is sure to be sweet music to your ears. It’s Harmonica vs Glockenspiel! Two harmonious instruments but only one can win! Wailin’ away for Team Harmonica, it’s comedian Aron Woldeslassie! Making melody for Team Glockenspiel, it’s voice actor Merk Nguyen! Which tune-maker will triumph? Listen to see who our judge picks and head to smashboom.org to vote for your favorite. Want to support the show? Join Smarty Pass to listen to ad-free episodes or donate! Click here for a transcript of this episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this delightful debate, producer Anna Weggle advocates for Team Babies, sharing insights on child development and the emotional bonds formed with infants. On the other side, actor Brant Miller cheers for Team Puppies, using humor to highlight dogs' trainability and their longstanding companionship with humans. The two engage in back-and-forth arguments, presenting intriguing facts about both sides, including historical anecdotes and playful secret societies for fans of babies and puppies. It's an adorable clash that keeps listeners entertained and guessing!

Join Marc Sanchez, co-creator of Smash Boom Best and sound designer, as he revs up for Team Monster Trucks! Sanden Totten, also a co-creator, shifts into high gear championing Team Hot Wheels. They dive into the origins of monster trucks, debate noise pollution versus imaginative play, and even showcase some outrageous fashion designs inspired by their vehicles. Who will take the crown in this thrilling showdown? Tune in for fun facts, passionate arguments, and a creative twist on car culture!

Get ready for a hilarious new season packed with fascinating facts and playful debates! Teen judges will tackle outrageous topics while delivering laugh-out-loud moments. Expect clever sneak attacks and declarations of greatness that elevate the fun. Plus, keep an eye out for exclusive perks with the Smarty Pass. It's all about the joy of friendly competition and creative arguments, guaranteed to entertain families and kids alike!

Get tickets for Smash Boom Best live! Nothing’s better than a good debate. Except maybe a good debate -- LIVE! That’s why we’re bringing Smash Boom Best to Princeton, New Jersey. It’s gonna be a knock down, drag out brawl of words, jokes and probably some impromptu dance moves. Oh, and guess who’s judging this time? You! The audience! So join us Sunday, October 26th at the McCarter Theater in Princeton. It’s gonna be a Smash Boom Blast. See ya there!     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re back! We’ve officially moved into our new headquarters! Come unpack with us and get a tour while we fill you in on some big news. Plus, new episodes of Brains On coming later this month and new Smash Boom and Forever Ago after that. If you want to support the show or drop us a line, head to brainson.org. The best way to keep us going is to join Smarty Pass or donate here: https://brainson.supercast.com. Thank you!See Smash Boom Best LIVE in Princeton, NJ!Join us at the McCarter Theatre for a live, in-person version of Smash Boom Best, an award winning podcast for kids and families! Each live show takes two cool things, smashes them together and lets the audience decide which is best. Host Molly Bloom moderates a debate between two performers who make their case using facts fueled by jokes, physical comedy, and the occasional song and dance. At the end, the audience votes for the winner and crowns the Smash Boom Best – all while learning how to defend their own opinions and make the strongest arguments for their case. While we are in town, we are throwing a Smash Boom Spectacular Party right after the live show and YOU are invited! This won't be just any party. You will get to meet host Molly Bloom and our debaters. They'll be playing games with you, singing songs, answering your questions, and posing for photos. Plus, you'll get to take home an awesome, one-of-a kind Smash Boom Best goodie bag. You can gain access to this SBSP (Smash Boom Spectacular Party) by purchasing a VIP ticket* when you make your purchase.  See you there!DETAILS & TICKETSMcCarter Theatre CenterOctober 26, 2025 at 3:00pm ET91 University PlacePrinceton, NJ 08540Buy Tickets HereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.