PRX Announces Podcast Streaming Partnership with Sensical, A New Critically Lauded Streaming Service for Kids 2–10 from Common Sense Networks
Podcasts from PRX content partners including PBS KIDS, GBH Kids, Onassis USA, Cocotazo Media, and Seeker will be available free on the platform
Public media organization PRX today announced a podcast streaming partnership with Sensical, a free streaming service from Common Sense Networks which debuted in June 2021. Sensical launched its podcast slate this past December across all OTT platforms and devices, reinforcing a goal to expand the digital media engagement experience to include a growing audio ecosystem.
One of the world’s leading podcast publishers, PRX distributes audio programming from a variety of acclaimed independent producers and is also home to TRAX from PRX, the first podcast network for tween audiences. Sensical offers age-appropriate, short form content — including video and audio — for kids ages 2–10. The critically acclaimed streaming service, inspired by the work of Common Sense Media, exceeds industry standards by filtering 100% of its content through a rigorous, proprietary IP and rubric grounded in science and based on the most comprehensive child development research available.
The following podcasts distributed by PRX will be available via Sensical beginning this month and will continue to be available free across all major podcast platforms:
“Molly of Denali” (PBS KIDS, GBH Kids, and PRX)
Meet Molly Mabray, an Alaska Native girl growing up with her parents, family, and friends. Join Molly and the gang and discover what life is like for a typical kid on big adventures in Alaska. The “Molly of Denali” podcast is a companion to the Peabody Award-winning GBH Kids animated television series of the same title. The production involves Alaska Native voices in all aspects of the production.
“Pinkalicious & Peteriffic” (PBS KIDS, GBH Kids, and PRX)
Join Pinkalicious and her little brother Peter as they sing along to their favorite songs from the hit PBS KIDS and GBH Kids show, “Pinkalicious & Peterrific.” Each episode embarks on pinkcredible adventures — dancing, singing, and making believe with the pinka-tastic sister and brother podcast hosts, Pinkalicious and Peter. The series is based on the bestselling picture book “Pinkalicious” by Victoria Kann and Elizabeth Kann.
“Live from Mount Olympus” (Onassis USA and TRAX from PRX)
Combining the talent of contemporary theater with the power of Greek myths, “Live from Mount Olympus” is an acclaimed audio adventure for all ages. Season 1 follows the story of Perseus, who makes a rash promise to save his mother from the clutches of an evil king before striking out on a dangerous quest. Created by Peabody Award-winning show-runner Julie Burstein, “Live from Mount Olympus” is co-directed by Tony Award-winning director Rachel Chavkin (“Hadestown”) and Zhailon Levingston (“Tina: The Tina Turner Musical”), and features the Brooklyn-based theater ensemble The TEAM, including Broadway icon André De Shields. A 2022 Kidscreen Awards nominee, a new season of the podcast launches this spring.
“Timestorm” (Cocotazo Media and TRAX from PRX)
In this time-travel fiction podcast series, the Ventura twins are yanked into another dimension where they meet a distant cousin who gives them an extraordinary mission: travel through time to witness their culture’s true history. Alexa and Beni visit three continents across the span of five centuries, meeting people who have left their mark on Puerto Rican heritage. In the 21st century, the twins navigate school, friendship, and family while keeping their time-traveling quest a secret. The show was recently recognized in the inaugural Anthem Awards, honoring mission-driven work worldwide.
“The Genius Generation” (Seeker and TRAX from PRX)
Did you know a 17 year old created the coronavirus tracking website? That advancements in Parkinson’s disease detection, micro plastic detecting robots, and a lead water detecting system were also invented by young people? “The Genius Generation” features innovative kids, tweens, and teens who run their own businesses, made a new discovery, or invented something new using science. A new season launches this spring.
“We’re fortunate to distribute podcasts from audio creators who are the best at what they do. This includes producers of trusted, engaging stories and entertainment for kids,” said Jason Saldanha, Chief of Business Development and Content at PRX. “We’re always excited to expand the reach of our programming, so are excited to partner now with Sensical and Common Sense Networks.”
Eric Berger, Common Sense Networks’ CEO, added: “Our alliance with PRX underscores Sensical’s mandate to meet the moment with meaningful audio experiences for kids 2–10. PRX’s content is the perfect fit for our service as we build a curated podcast library that explores new voices and new worlds, encourages positive messages, and teaches subjects like STEM, social studies, and music in a fun and engaging way.”
About PRX
PRX is a non-profit public media company specializing in audio journalism and storytelling. PRX serves independent producers and organizations by helping them connect to their most engaged, supportive audiences. One of the world’s leading podcast publishers, PRX works in partnership with TED, PBS, the Smithsonian, Futuro Media, GBH, Religion of Sports, and more. PRX is also home to Radiotopia, known as one of the most creative and successful podcast networks. In addition, PRX distributes trusted and treasured public radio programming to hundreds of stations nationwide, including “The World,” “The Moth Radio Hour,” “This American Life,” “Snap Judgment,” “Reveal,” “The Takeaway,” and “Latino USA.” PRX programs have been recognized by the Peabody Awards, the duPont-Columbia Awards, the IDA Documentary Awards, and the Pulitzer Prizes. Visit PRX.org for more.
About Sensical
Free to explore, free to learn, and free to watch, Sensical, from Common Sense Networks, is a new streaming service for kids offering thousands of entertaining, age-appropriate videos and podcasts featuring characters and creators that children love. Inspired by the expertise of Common Sense Media, the ad-supported service features content for three distinct age groups — ages 2–4 (Preschool), 5–7 (Little Kids), and 8–10 (Big Kids) — all screened by experts and filtered through a rigorous, proprietary rubric based on the most comprehensive child development research available. Grounded in science, the topic-driven, 60+ channel service is certified by the kidSAFE+ ® COPPA Seal Program and offers families an algorithm-free, worry-free OTT destination via an array of streaming devices, smart TV manufacturers, and mobile devices. Follow us @SensicalTV on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
About Common Sense Networks
Setting a new benchmark in children’s digital media, Common Sense Networks supports kids’ social, emotional and cognitive development by creating engaging, age-appropriate experiences that empower them to do and be more. Common Sense Networks meets children where they are with a broad and inclusive range of safe, family-facing services and curated content initiatives including streaming video options like Sensical, a newly launched free, topic-based streaming service for kids 2–10 inspired by the work of Common Sense Media, a trusted resource to parents for almost two decades. In addition, Common Sense Networks, a for-profit affiliate of Common Sense Media and a Public Benefit Corporation, proudly aligns with leading brands and media entities like TikTok to reimagine their existing platform approach and activate meaningful and lasting change in the kids’ media ecosystem. Follow us @commonsensenets on Twitter and Instagram.
