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Worth Noting

We know the news can be heavy. World events can be confusing. But no one should miss out on history as it’s being made. It’s not always easy to know how to talk about what’s going on in the world or even to know where to start. Join us each week for a look at what’s going on in the world and how it impacts you and others. From scientific breakthroughs to historic achievements. From political upheaval to social justice. It’s all worth noting.

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Episode One: (Worth Noting) The “Don’t Say Gay” Bill Passes in Florida

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Created by: A Kids Company About

USA 11+

Started: March 12th, 2022

Status: Active, 143 episodes

Kind: Episodic

Language: English

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Episodes

(R) What Gives Lil Miss Hot Mess Hope
^{04:09 | Season: 11 | March 7th, 2026}

*This episode is a rebroadcast. The original episode aired April 26, 2025 .

Expanding the Heart’s Capacity with Matthew Burgess and Cátia Chien
^{37:28 | Season: 11 | Episode: 8 | March 3rd, 2026}

Matthew Burgess and Cátia Chien, author and illustrator of Fireworks (Clarion Books), join Matthew to talk about becoming a mirror for feelings and experiences in their ode to a summer day.

What Gives Jordyn Taylor Hope
^{03:43 | Season: 11 | February 28th, 2026}

Jordyn Taylor, author of The Rebel Girls of Rome (HarperCollins), shares what is giving her hope today: remembering that even small acts of bravery can make a big difference.

Finding Collaboration Along the Way with Chris Tebbetts
^{30:51 | Season: 11 | Episode: 7 | February 24th, 2026}

Chris Tebbetts, co-author of Dr. Zeus (Jimmy Patterson), with James Patterson, joins Matthew to talk about free-form school visits and moving stuff off the desk.

What Gives Selina Alko Hope
^{03:45 | Season: 11 | February 21st, 2026}

Selina Alko, illustrator of The Keeper of Stories (Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers), written by Caroline Kusin Pritchard, shares what is giving her hope today: the power of communities to come together..

Overcoming Prejudices with Kaz Windness
^{29:59 | Season: 11 | Episode: 6 | February 17th, 2026}

Kaz Windness, author illustrator of Worm and Butterfly are Friends Always (Simon Spotlight), joins Matthew to talk about constantly dealing with loss and change.

What Gives Laurel Snyder Hope
^{03:55 | Season: 11 | February 14th, 2026}

Laurel Snyder, author of The Book of Candles: Eight Poems for Hanukkah (Clarion Books), illustrated by Leanne Hatch, shares what is giving her hope today: watching neighbors come together and support each other in the city of Minneapolis.

The 2026 Sydney Taylor Book Award Winners and Honor Books
^{23:44 | Season: 11 | Episode: 5 | February 12th, 2026}

Introducing the winners and honors of the Sydney Taylor Book Award (2026), presented annually by the Association of Jewish Libraries to outstanding books for children and teens that authentically portray the Jewish experience.

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Created by: A Kids Company About
Started: March 12th, 2022
Status: Active, 143 episodes
Kind: Episodic
Language: English

USA 11+

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Worth Noting

There are 143 episodes

Episode One: (Worth Noting) The “Don’t Say Gay” Bill Passes in Florida

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Episodes

(R) What Gives Lil Miss Hot Mess Hope 04:09 | Season: 11 | March 7th, 2026

Expanding the Heart’s Capacity with Matthew Burgess and Cátia Chien 37:28 | Season: 11 | Episode: 8 | March 3rd, 2026

What Gives Jordyn Taylor Hope 03:43 | Season: 11 | February 28th, 2026

Finding Collaboration Along the Way with Chris Tebbetts 30:51 | Season: 11 | Episode: 7 | February 24th, 2026

What Gives Selina Alko Hope 03:45 | Season: 11 | February 21st, 2026

Overcoming Prejudices with Kaz Windness 29:59 | Season: 11 | Episode: 6 | February 17th, 2026

What Gives Laurel Snyder Hope 03:55 | Season: 11 | February 14th, 2026

The 2026 Sydney Taylor Book Award Winners and Honor Books 23:44 | Season: 11 | Episode: 5 | February 12th, 2026