# Once Upon a Pod — Hand-picked podcasts for kids

> Curated podcasts for children, safe and easy for kids to use. (iPhone/iPad app by Katrina Brickner.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/once-upon-a-pod/id6782401511 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Katrina Brickner](https://appshunter.io/developer/6782401513)
- Category: Entertainment, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 70 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-10-30
- Data updated: 2026-11-05
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/once-upon-a-pod/id6782401511/reviews.md

## What is Once Upon a Pod?

Finding good podcasts for children takes time. That's why every show in Once Upon a Pod is hand-picked by a parent, leaving your child free to explore the whole library and find a new favorite on their own.

FROM TODDLERS TO TWEENS
Hundreds of shows covering bedtime stories, science, mysteries, history, read-alouds, jokes, music and more. Every one is made and voiced by real people.

MADE FOR LITTLE HANDS
The controls are big and simple enough for a four-year-old to use alone, and everything they can reach is safe to explore. Each child picks a character and a world of their own, so the app feels like theirs.

FOR PARENTS
• A PIN-protected grown-up area for settings and your subscription
• A profile for each child, with shows matched to their age
• Hide any show or category you'd rather skip
• Bedtime mode with a sleep timer
• Download episodes for car trips, flights or anywhere without signal

LISTENING INSTEAD OF WATCHING
Podcasts give children something to enjoy without staring at a screen. They can listen while they draw, build, ride in the car or drift off to sleep, picturing the story as they go.

PAID FOR BY FAMILIES, NOT ADVERTISERS
Your subscription is how Once Upon a Pod is funded, which keeps your child's attention and your family's information yours. Episodes stream straight from each podcast's own feed. Any sponsor messages you hear come from the show itself, just as they would in any podcast app.

TRY IT FREE
Start with a free 7-day trial. After that, it's $1.99 a month or $14.99 a year, and one subscription covers your whole family on every device.

Questions, or a show you'd love to see added? Email hello@onceuponapod.com.

Terms of Use: https://www.onceuponapod.com/terms
Privacy Policy: https://www.onceuponapod.com/privacy

## Key features

- Hand-picked podcast library for kids
- Content for toddlers to tweens
- Simple, child-friendly interface
- Personalized child profiles
- Offline episode downloads
- Bedtime mode with sleep timer
- Ad-free listening experience

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Once Upon a Pod Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| Once Upon a Pod Monthly | $1.99 | per month |


## Is Once Upon a Pod safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess Once Upon a Pod.

## Is Once Upon a Pod legit?

Once Upon a Pod has limited verification signals. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Once Upon a Pod is 58 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/once-upon-a-pod/id6782401511/reviews.md

### 5/5 — My kids love this!

*2026-11-02*

My kids have really enjoyed this app! They loved getting to create their own Pod Person and finding podcasts that match their interests. My daughter especially loved This Podcast Has Fleas and thought it was hilarious! I love that the podcasts are handpicked for kids, so they can explore and find things they actually enjoy listening to. Such a fun alternative to screen time, and something both of my kids can enjoy!

### 5/5 — Great app for young listeners!

*2026-10-31*

My son has been obsessed with podcasts since about 4 years old, but playing them on Spotify meant there was a good chance he was going to end up listening to Snoop Dogg after an episode of Snoop and Sniffy. This app is an absolute godsend. Podcasts selections that are trustworthy, a fun but not addictive interface for my kid, and the peace of mind about what plays next.

## Frequently asked questions about Once Upon a Pod

### What is Once Upon a Pod?

Once Upon a Pod is a subscription-based app that offers a curated selection of podcasts specifically chosen for children. It aims to provide a safe and engaging audio entertainment experience for kids aged 4 and up.

### How much does Once Upon a Pod cost?

Once Upon a Pod offers a free 7-day trial. After the trial, subscriptions are $1.99 per month or $14.99 per year, covering the whole family on all devices.

### Does Once Upon a Pod have ads?

No, Once Upon a Pod is funded by family subscriptions, not advertisers, ensuring a child's attention is not compromised. Any sponsor messages heard are from the podcast shows themselves, as they would be in any podcast app.

### What age range is Once Upon a Pod for?

The app is designed for children from toddlers to tweens, with content suitable for ages 4 and up. Parents can create profiles for each child, matching shows to their specific age.

### Can I download episodes for offline listening on Once Upon a Pod?

Yes, you can download episodes for offline playback. This feature is perfect for car trips, flights, or any situation where internet signal may be unavailable.

### What kind of content is available on Once Upon a Pod?

The library includes hundreds of shows covering bedtime stories, science, mysteries, history, read-alouds, jokes, music, and more, all voiced by real people.

### How often is Once Upon a Pod updated?

The app was last updated on November 4, 2026, with version 1.0.1. Updates typically include new content and feature improvements.

### Is Once Upon a Pod available on Android devices?

Currently, Once Upon a Pod is supported on iPhone devices. Information regarding Android availability is not provided in the current data.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.1 — 2026-11-04

Easier to read for everyone. If your iPhone uses a larger text size, every screen in the app now adjusts to fit it, from the grown-up settings to choosing a theme. This update also includes small fixes and improvements.

### 1.0.0 — 2026-10-30

No release notes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-11-05.*