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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: Going All-In on Interests with Lynne Kelly

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Created by: A Kids Company About

USA 11+

Started: June 11th, 2024

Status: Active, 102 episodes

Kind: Episodic

Language: English

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Episodes

Knowing How to Love Yourself with Hannah V. Sawyerr
^{29:38 | Season: 10 | Episode: 15 | October 7th, 2025}

Hannah V. Sawyerr, author of Truth Is: A Novel in Verse (Amulet Books), joins Matthew to talk about making a decision that belongs to you.

What Gives Heidi E.Y. Stemple Hope
^{04:07 | Season: 10 | October 4th, 2025}

Heidi E.Y. Stemple, author of The Avian Adventurers #1: Snowy Owl Rescue; Raptor Recovery (Charlesbridge Moves), illustrated by Natasha Donovan, shares what is giving her hope today: the curious, hope-filled readers with wide open minds who are building a foundation of compassion and service.

Relentless Expression with Katie Yamasaki
^{32:04 | Season: 10 | Episode: 14 | September 30th, 2025}

Katie Yamasaki, author illustrator of Mural Island (Norton Young Readers), joins Matthew to talk about building upon the tradition of making public art through relentless expression.

What Gives Jane Yolen and Peter Tacy Hope
^{03:27 | Season: 10 | September 27th, 2025}

Jane Yolen and Peter Tacy, co-authors of Gracie Feeds the Birds (Magination Press), illustrated by Frances Ives, share what is giving them hope today: the readiness to hope and to be grateful.

Figuring Out Your Truth with Crystal Allen
^{36:22 | Season: 10 | Episode: 13 | September 23rd, 2025}

Crystal Allen, author of Between Two Brothers (Storytide), joins Matthew to talk about figuring out your truth while not knowing how to feel.

What Gives Hope to Ann Hazzard, Marianne Celano, and Marietta Collins
^{04:29 | Season: 10 | September 20th, 2025}

Ann Hazzard, PhD, Marianne Celano, PhD, and Marietta Collins, PhD, co-authors of Something Happened to Our Mom: A Story about Parental Addiction (Magination Press), illustrated by Rita Tan, share what is giving them hope today: finding hope and inspiration in those moments of connection with one another, especially with kids.

Unsilenced with Diana Rodriguez Wallach
^{36:33 | Season: 10 | Episode: 12 | September 16th, 2025}

Diana Rodriguez Wallach, author of The Silenced (Delacorte Press), joins Matthew to talk about reading through a different cultural lens.

What Gives Jen Barton Hope
^{04:36 | Season: 10 | September 13th, 2025}

Jen Barton, author of Forest Bath (Magination Press), illustrated by Felishia Henditirto, shares what is giving her hope today: the resilience of nature.

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Created by: A Kids Company About
Started: June 11th, 2024
Status: Active, 102 episodes
Kind: Episodic
Language: English

USA 11+

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Worth Noting

There are 102 episodes

Episode One: Going All-In on Interests with Lynne Kelly

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Episodes

Knowing How to Love Yourself with Hannah V. Sawyerr 29:38 | Season: 10 | Episode: 15 | October 7th, 2025

What Gives Heidi E.Y. Stemple Hope 04:07 | Season: 10 | October 4th, 2025

Relentless Expression with Katie Yamasaki 32:04 | Season: 10 | Episode: 14 | September 30th, 2025

What Gives Jane Yolen and Peter Tacy Hope 03:27 | Season: 10 | September 27th, 2025

Figuring Out Your Truth with Crystal Allen 36:22 | Season: 10 | Episode: 13 | September 23rd, 2025

What Gives Hope to Ann Hazzard, Marianne Celano, and Marietta Collins 04:29 | Season: 10 | September 20th, 2025

Unsilenced with Diana Rodriguez Wallach 36:33 | Season: 10 | Episode: 12 | September 16th, 2025

What Gives Jen Barton Hope 04:36 | Season: 10 | September 13th, 2025