Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls

Based on the massively popular book series, this podcast brings biographical stories of extraordinary women to life through narration that works just as well in the car as it does at bedtime. With 445 episodes and a 4.5 rating from over 6,100 reviews, the library is deep enough that you could drive cross-country and barely scratch the surface. Each episode profiles a real woman, from historical figures like Katherine Johnson and Maya Angelou to contemporary athletes, scientists, and artists from all over the world. Episodes run between 9 and 30 minutes, so you can pick longer or shorter stories depending on how much driving you have left. The narration features multiple hosts including Zainab Salbi and Marley Dias, and the storytelling style is engaging without being overly dramatic. What makes this particularly good for road trips is the standalone episode format. You don't need to listen in order. Just pick a story that matches your kid's current interests, whether that's space, sports, art, or social justice, and hit play. The show recently added a weekly sports show segment, which broadens the appeal for sports-obsessed kids. The content is thoughtfully presented to encourage questions and curiosity. Parents consistently report that episodes spark real discussions in the car, the kind where your kid asks follow-up questions about the person they just heard about. For families who want entertainment that also expands their kids' sense of what's possible, Rebel Girls delivers that in a polished, consistent package.