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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, 127 episodes

Kind: Episodic

Language: English

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Episodes

The Highlights Foundation is now Boyds Mills
^{13:19 | Season: 11 | Episode: 2 | January 13th, 2026}

George Brown, executive director of the Highlights Foundation, joins Matthew to talk about the rebranding of the Highlights Foundation as Boyds Mills.

What Gives Nikki Grimes Hope
^{02:59 | Season: 11 | January 10th, 2026}

Nikki Grimes, author of A Cup of Quiet (Bloomsbury Children’s Books), shares what is giving her hope today: the bravery, resilience, and determination of young people.

Speech is Power with Alexandra Villasante
^{35:38 | Season: 11 | Episode: 1 | January 6th, 2026}

Alexandra Villasante, author of Fireblooms (Nancy Paulsen Books), joins Matthew to talk about paying for our words.

What Gives Yuyi Morales Hope
^{05:48 | Season: 11 | January 3rd, 2026}

Yuyi Morales, Yuyi Morales, author illustrator of Little Rebels (Neal Porter Books), shares what is giving her hope today: taking care of something important to her.

Emotional Rollercoasters with Alison Green Myers
^{37:36 | Season: 10 | Episode: 27 | December 30th, 2025}

Alison Green Myers, author of This Way to Happy (Dutton Books for Young Readers), joins Matthew to talk about the inconsistent upbringings and emotional rollercoasters.

What Gives Alexandra Villasante Hope
^{04:10 | Season: 10 | December 27th, 2025}

Alexandra Villasante, author of Fireblooms (Nancy Paulsen Books), shares what is giving her hope today: stopping and looking in community.

Strength and History with Stacy Wells
^{26:25 | Season: 10 | Episode: 26 | December 23rd, 2025}

Stacy Wells, co-author of Stronger Than (Heartdrum), co-authored by Nikki Grimes and illustrated by E.B. Lewis, joins Matthew to talk about never giving up because those that came before us never gave up.

What Gives Torrey Maldonado Hope
^{04:00 | Season: 10 | December 20th, 2025}

Torrey Maldonado, author of Just Right (Nancy Paulsen Books), illustrated by Teresa Martínez, shares what is giving him hope today: teaching kids how to find a just right book for them.

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Created by: A Kids Company About
Started: March 12th, 2022
Status: Active, 127 episodes
Kind: Episodic
Language: English

USA 11+

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Worth Noting

There are 127 episodes

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

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Episodes

The Highlights Foundation is now Boyds Mills 13:19 | Season: 11 | Episode: 2 | January 13th, 2026

What Gives Nikki Grimes Hope 02:59 | Season: 11 | January 10th, 2026

Speech is Power with Alexandra Villasante 35:38 | Season: 11 | Episode: 1 | January 6th, 2026

What Gives Yuyi Morales Hope 05:48 | Season: 11 | January 3rd, 2026

Emotional Rollercoasters with Alison Green Myers 37:36 | Season: 10 | Episode: 27 | December 30th, 2025

What Gives Alexandra Villasante Hope 04:10 | Season: 10 | December 27th, 2025

Strength and History with Stacy Wells 26:25 | Season: 10 | Episode: 26 | December 23rd, 2025

What Gives Torrey Maldonado Hope 04:00 | Season: 10 | December 20th, 2025