Clean, 2020, Kids & Family, Education
WISE Score
A gentle podcast that uses 'breathing superpowers' and affirmations to help kids manage big emotions without a screen.
Like You is the anti-brain-rot. It’s a beautifully produced, intentional resource that treats kids like capable humans who just happen to have big feelings they don't know how to name yet.
By leaning into audio, it builds the 'language comprehension' half of the reading rope while giving parents a much-needed break from the blue-light glow of tablets. It’s a solid, high-quality addition to any family's digital rotation, especially for those trying to move away from constant video consumption.
Best for ages 3 to 10. Preschoolers will love the 'breathing superpowers,' while older elementary kids will benefit from the empathy and self-esteem themes, though they may outgrow the 'festive' tone by middle school.
The entire premise is built on self-esteem, empathy, and emotional health. It models kindness and self-regulation in a way that feels supportive rather than preachy.
Uses creative prompts and imaginative themes to guide kids through internal landscapes, making meditation feel like an exploration rather than a chore.
Purely audio-based and specifically designed for children. No mature themes, toxicity, or surprise content. The only 'danger' is the ads served by the podcast platforms themselves.
Directly teaches social-emotional skills like breathing techniques and affirmations. It builds the language comprehension strand of literacy through focused listening.
In a world where most kids' content is engineered for maximum engagement (aka bigger feelings, more screaming, faster cuts), Like You is a deliberate exhale. It’s one of the few podcasts that actually understands the developmental level of a 5-year-old without being patronizing.
We often talk about literacy as just 'eyes on a page,' but listening to a podcast like this is genuine literacy practice. It builds the vocabulary and syntax strands of the Reading Rope. When your kid is listening to a story about finding beauty in the world, they are doing the hard work of building background knowledge and verbal reasoning. It’s not a 'treat'; it’s a workout for the brain that doesn't involve the addictive loops of a YouTube feed.
Don't just hand over the phone and walk away. This is prime 'do it with them' territory. Listen in the car on the way to school to set the tone for the day, or play it while they're doing Legos or drawing. It works best as a background ritual rather than a 'sit down and pay attention' event. If you have a kid who struggles with transitions—going from play to dinner, or school to home—this is your secret weapon for regulating the nervous system before you ask them to put their shoes away.
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