Podcast Archives - The Children's Hour
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Healthy Food Choices
November 17, 2018 16:00 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBHealthy food choices can seem to be hard to make, but nutritionist Patricia Keane from UNM's Prevention Research Center has info on how to find the right balance for kids. With nearly 2 in 5 New Mexican children who don't know where they'll get their next meal, you can be part of the solution to childhood hunger nationwide.
Songs of a New Mexican Childhood
November 10, 2018 16:00 - 58 minutes - 107 MBThis week on The Children's Hour, traditional Southwest Hispanic folk music includes many beloved children’s songs. An expert in New Mexico folklore and music, Dr. Enrique LaMadrid shares songs and their stories of a traditional New Mexican childhood. Sing along with us!
Teal Pumpkins On Halloween
October 27, 2018 15:00 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBHalloween is supposed to be a little spooky, but for kids with food allergies, it can be justifiably terrifying. Learn how you can make trick or treating a fun for everyone with Charlotte Joseph from the Food Allergy Support New Mexico. Find out about the Teal Pumpkin Project. We've got a ghost story by Bill Harley, and music by Trout Fishing in America, Kyle Dine, The Okee Dokee Brothers, Donovan, Anne Hill, Ralph Covert, Newell Oler, Sho Mo & The Monkey Bunch and more. Broadcasting live ...
How Do Elections Work?
October 20, 2018 15:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBThis week on The Children’s Hour, we learn how elections work with Bernalillo County Clerk Linda Stover who explains the whole process. Also, what happens when three field reporters head into the Rio Grande Community Farm corn maze? They get lost!
Spiders
September 29, 2018 15:00 - 56 minutes - 52 MBDon't get creeped out, but this week on The Children's Hour it's all about spiders! New Mexico is home to hundreds of species of spiders. Dr. Sandra Brantley and Dr. Rachel Alfarro from UNM’s Museum of Southwestern Biology's Arthropod Division helps us understand, and maybe even learn to love, the arthropods among us. Find out which are venomous and how we can live together harmoniously.
Exploring the Arctic
September 15, 2018 15:00 - 34 minutes - 39.2 MBWhat does it mean to be an explorer? Jen Chavez Miller is an 8th grade teacher who just returned from exploring Arctic Svalbard. The Arctic is experiencing unprecedented melting due to climate change. Find out how curiosity and exploration are essential tools for all kids to have a full understanding of the world.
Chaco Canyon
August 18, 2018 15:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBTake a trip to Chaco Canyon with The Children's Hour with our special guests, Hilary Grabowska, Park Ranger (Interpretation) at Chaco, Wendy Bustard, Chaco Curator, Brenna Lissoway, Chaco Archivist, and 6 year old Rowan Lissoway who recently earned his Junior Ranger badge at Chaco.
Father’s Day on The Children’s Hour
June 16, 2018 15:00 - 5 MBWe're honoring all the dads in celebration of Father's Day 2018. Plus find out how one smart kid didn't stay lost for long at an amusement park. With music by New Mexico's Bayou Seco, Seldom Scene, Alan Jackson, Justin Roberts, Frankie Yankovic, Keith Munslow, Imagination Movers, Hugh Blumenfeld, Red Yarn, Willie Nelson, David Bowie, Donavon Frankenreiter, and Michael Parent.
Sonyk Vortex In Concert
May 26, 2018 15:00 - 34 minutes - 27.9 MBIt’s officially summer break on The Children’s Hour, so to have a great party, we have a live mini concert with the kids in Sonyk Vortex. Plus, we talk with 4th graders who are in the Wild Friends Program about pollinators in Albuquerque.
Classical Summertime
May 19, 2018 23:55 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBThis time on The Children's Hour, we're celebrating the end of school with some live music. Seth Hoffman plays us his Ode To Teachers. Hear award winning teenage classical bass player, Toby Vigneau play for us, and delight in a tango performed live by virtuoso violinist Dr. Cármelo delosSantos.
Celebrating Moms
May 09, 2018 16:20 - 53 minutes - 48.5 MBThe Children's Hour celebrates all the moms for Mother's Day. In the studio we interviewed 14 year old Hawthorne Bolger Witherspoon, an artist who’s work illustrates a new book called South Valley, written by Jimmy Santiago Baca. And, we heard the winning essay of Youth Aldo Leopold Writing Contest read by its winner, Akshay Warrier. Katie the mom with her kids
Fossilized Footprints At White Sands
May 05, 2018 19:41 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBNew Mexico is a hotspot for anthropology. We interviewed David Bustos from White Sands National Monument about some ancient footprints he discovered, and the story they tell about giant sloths.
Fossilized Footprints At White Sands National Monument
May 05, 2018 19:41 - 5 MBhttps://www.childrenshour.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/TCHWhiteSands.mp3 New Mexico is a hotspot for anthropology. We interviewed David Bustos from White Sands National Monument about some ancient footprints he discovered, and the story they tell about giant sloths. With music by The Wailing Souls, a cut from Nas, Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley & Jr. Reid, The Green Chili Jam Band, Mark Dudrow & Justin Dean and The Harmonica Pocket
Recycleman
April 28, 2018 15:09 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBOn this show, we had a live concert in studio with Recycleman, Kevin Kinane who recruits every person in the room to be part of the band. Then a local Girl Scout Troop will tell us why and how kindness rocks.
Supernatural New Mexico
April 21, 2018 20:07 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBNew Mexico isn't just home to spectacular natural wonders, it's also home to many supernatural wonders. This week we'll be joined by kids from Jimmy Carter Middle School's Junior National Honors Society for a lesson about the strange phenomenon around our state, from UFOs to the Chupacabra, find out where ghosts live in Albuquerque, and hear the tale of La Llorona.
Art Song Vocalists & Being Prepared For Emergencies
April 14, 2018 16:06 - 50 minutes - 46 MBThis episode of The Children's Hour Radio Show featured young winners from last year's Vocal Artistry Art Song Competition performing live in our studio. Plus, are you ready in case of an emergency? We talked with Albuquerque Fire Department's Lt. Ruiz about emergency preparedness.
The Children’s Hour With Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller
April 07, 2018 15:00 - 49 minutes - 39.5 MBWe introduce Albuquerque's new mayor, Mayor Tim Keller in an interview with The Children's Hour Kids Crew. The Mayor speaks about his love of heavy metal music, the goals his team has for Albuquerque, and his strategies for overcoming dyslexia. Mayor Tim Keller on The Children's Hour
Navajo and Spanish Dual Language Kids From La Mesa Elementary Students
March 24, 2018 15:00 - 55 minutes - 44.5 MBThis week on The Children's Hour, we learn about a unique class at La Mesa Elementary which is the only Navajo dual language elementary program in Albuquerque Public Schools. Then, we went down the hall to hear Mrs. Charles' fifth grade Spanish - English bilingual class on why studying science is essential in this warming world.
Media Literacy
January 13, 2018 16:00 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MBWhat does it mean to be media literate? How can you tell when you are being advertised to as you watch television or movies? This show was originally broadcast in 2002 with the late, legendary Bob McCannon, who was an expert in educating kids about being media savvy.
Privacy and Kids
June 28, 2017 03:58 - 44 minutes - 35.8 MBWe hear a lot about privacy in the news, but what is it? Do kids have the right to their privacy? How can kids preserve their privacy online, and what difference does it make anyway? The ACLU New Mexico explains privacy on this episode of The Children’s Hour. Understand privacy in the digital era, especially as it affects children. Plus, learn about one of the founders of the ACLU, Helen Keller.
Endangered Species
December 03, 2016 22:21 - 27 minutes - 22.2 MBOn this edition of The Children’s Hour, we learned about endangered animals with our friends from Jimmy Carter Middle School in Albuquerque.
Migration In New Mexico
September 07, 2016 16:00 - 8 minutes - 15 MBFall is in the air and so are the birds. Find out which species migrate and which make New Mexico their home year round with our friends from Audubon New Mexico . Summer Tanager
Rippy And The Sillyettes
September 01, 2016 14:04 - 11 minutes - 19.4 MBThis week we had a live performance from the band Rippy and the Sillyettes from Gallup, New Mexico. The girls in the band performed their original music, including a song about the late Ashlynne Mike.
Weather
August 24, 2016 22:28 - 14 minutes - 25.3 MBJuly 2016 marked the 16th month in a row of record setting high temperatures across the planet, including in New Mexico. National Weather Service meteorologist Kerry Jones joined the Kids Crew and Katie on The Children’s Hour to talk about the weather.
Safe Kids
August 08, 2016 21:27 - 10 minutes - 18.7 MBThe Children's Hour explored some simple strategies to promote safe habits for kids with special guest, an Albuquerque Police officer and our friend Brennan.
Helper Dogs
August 04, 2016 15:13 - 11 minutes - 20.4 MBThe Children's Hour crew welcomed into the studios our furry friends and their human companions from Assistance Dogs of the West. From picking up pencils to making way in a crowd for their charge, we learned all about the important jobs helper dogs do, how they learn these things, and how kids can be a part of it.
Every Kid In A Park
July 28, 2016 15:00 - 636 Byteshttps://www.childrenshour.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Every-Kid-In-A-Park.mp3 The Children's Hour crew explored the "Every Kid in a Park" initiative, where every 4th grader in America can get a free family pass to all national parks, wilderness areas, wildlife refuges, and historical sites. Also, we found out what the Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival offers for kids. This show was recorded live at KUNM on July 30, 2016.
Every Kid Outdoors
July 28, 2016 15:00 - 10 minutes - 18.7 MBThe Children's Hour Kids Crew explored the "Every Kid Outdoors" initiative, where every 4th grader in America can get a free family pass to all national parks, wilderness areas, wildlife refuges, and historical sites.
Giving Back: A Talk With Donovan Smith
July 13, 2016 21:58 - 13 minutes - 24.4 MBThe Children's Hour welcomed Donovan Smith, a 13 year old making a difference in the lives of homeless people. Having learned first hand the challenge of living a life without a home, Donovan chooses to give back to those in the community who are the most vulnerable and in need.
Sandia Cave
July 06, 2016 13:59 - 17 minutes - 30.5 MBThis week on The Children’s Hour we learned about the mysteries of Sandia Cave from the rangers who work to preserve and protect it. The cave has been a shelter for animals and humans, for more than 10,000 years. Today kids can crawl all the way to the back of the cave, to get a feeling for life as a cave dweller.
Symbols Of Enchantment
May 31, 2016 22:45 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBThe Children's Hour welcomed musician and educator, Curious Chris who took us through the various symbols representing New Mexico. From the Zia to the Coelophysis, turquoise to yucca flowers the Land of Enchantment's state symbols showcase our unique culture, landscape and history. The Kids Crew explored these official markers through music and stories.
Climate Activist Kids
May 24, 2016 17:19 - 18 minutes - 34.7 MBThe Children's Hour Kids Crew are joined by kids who are actively trying to save the planet as part of Our Children's Trust. Aji Piper joined us from Seattle to talk about the lawsuit that he and 19 other kids are involved with to hold governments accountable for pollution. The kids are winning their cases, and that's good news for us all.
Andy Mason Performs
May 20, 2016 16:14 - 28 minutes - 50.5 MBThe Kids Crew welcomed singer and songwriter, Andy Mason from Portales, New Mexico with a live, in studio concert. Plus we found out when to expect the end of the world, and we celebrated the KUNM Kids Birthday Club members. As always, we also had a family events calendar, great music, and so much more. This show broadcast live from the KUNM studios on May 21, 2016.
Spring Rituals
April 28, 2016 18:47 - 21 minutes - 37.5 MBThe Children's Hour hosted kids from Jimmy Carter Middle School who told us how cultures around the world welcome spring. From exploding snowmen, drowning dolls, rolling down a hill with cheese, and flinging colored powder at friends, people worldwide have unique ways of saying goodbye to winter.
Valle Vista Bird Watchers
April 20, 2016 14:46 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBAlbuquerque's Valle Vista Elementary School 4th Graders from Mrs. Dawson's class joined The Children's Hour Kids Crew in the studio to talk about how bird watching at the Valle del Oro was a life changing experience. Not only did these kids learn about our feathered friends in the Bosque, but the program enabled them to be citizen scientists.
The Kids Visit Meow Wolf
March 31, 2016 21:18 - 3 minutes - 3.28 MBWe sent kids with a microphone into Santa Fe's multiverse art installation, Meow Wolf.
Rock and Rhythm Orchestra
March 11, 2016 17:13 - 3 minutes - 3.33 MBThe Children's Hour welcomed a few of the kids from the Rock & Rhythm Youth Orchestra to our studio. Plus, we had a live performance from Neil and Abby. The Rock and Rhythm Orchestra 2016, photo Rob Janov
Congresswoman Michelle Lujan Grisham, Pinkalicious and Robots
February 29, 2016 20:06 - 513 BytesSat 2/27/16, 9am : We were joined by Congresswoman Michelle Lujan Grisham in our studios, who was thoroughly grilled by the kids in the studio about everything from balancing her personal and public lives, super delegate status, and what led her to dedicate her life to public service. Plus, we had an in-studio performance from some of the cast of The Growing Stage's latest show, Pinkalicious . And, we learned how kids can be involved in Roboquerque 2016.
Hakim Bellamy
February 11, 2016 15:43 - 599 BytesOn January 2, 2016 poet and author Hakim Bellamy joined us into the studio to read his new children's book, Samuel's Story. What do you want to be when you grow up? Samuel wrestles with that question as he considers his options.
Hakim Bellamy Reads Samuel’s Story
February 11, 2016 15:43 - 9 minutes - 9.14 MBOn January 2, 2016 poet and author Hakim Bellamy joined us into the studio to read his new children's book, Samuel's Story. What do you want to be when you grow up? Samuel wrestles with that question as he considers his options.
Scientific Kids
November 20, 2015 20:24 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBNew Mexico has brilliant scientists of all ages residing across our state. We'll talk with a group of students who want to be able to compete in our state's Science Olympiad.
Senator Martin Heinrich
November 06, 2015 19:23 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBWhat does a sitting US Senator actually do? Direct from Washington DC, Senator Martin Heinrich will field questions from our intrepid crew.
Trains, Underpants, And Our Senator
November 06, 2015 19:23 - 662 BytesSat. 11/7 9a: Get onboard The Children's Hour this Saturday when we'll learn about the historic trains of New Mexico. We'll also have a visit in our studio from Mr. Captain Underpants himself, Dav Pilkey . And direct from Washington DC, Senator Martin Heinrich will field questions from our intrepid crew. With great music, a family events calendar, the KUNM Kids Birthday Club, all in an hour dedicated to kids. Saturday 11/7, 9-10am