The multi-talented Craig Pomranz joins me to talk about his book, Made By Raffi, and so much more!  
Inspired by a true-life incident, Made By Raffi is the story of a little boy who likes to knit and sew -- at first he is teased for his hobby, but in the end he becomes a hero to his class.  Recently released in Chinese and Korean the Made by Raffi is now published in 8 languages and 11 countries so far by UK publishers Frances Lincoln. Award-winning artist Margaret Chamberlain is the illustrator. 
Craig wrote the book to support young boys and girls who are perceived as "different" because of their appearance or hobbies. It is a funny colorful book with a serious message and will interest those who care about promoting diversity and embracing our differences, as well as all children seeking to fit in.
Additionally, composers Amanda McBroom (Bette Midler’s “The Rose”) and Michele Brourman (The Land Before Time) wrote a song “Different” which you can hear at the end of the episode. 
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Episode #210 – Craig Pomranz

As a parent, are you always on the lookout for new — and good — things for your kids? Host Mike Mason is an educator, musician, and parent of three. Each week he introduces new music for kids, interviews a special guest about their "good stuff" for kids, and invites you to join in the fun (and griping) of parenthood. It is a podcast the whole family can listen to together.

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Pierce Freelon is an inspiration.  He's a musician, politician, and educator.  He has a brand new record called 'Black to the Future' which just came out a couple of weeks ago.  I really enjoyed learning from him and hearing all about his inspiration(s) for making music.  Make sure to listen all the way to the end to hear the song 'Braid My Hair'.  
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Episode #279 – Pierce Freelon

I had so much fun talking to Michael Hearst about his 47 (!!!) song new record Unconventional Vehicles.  It was great to get to know Michael and learn all about his musical projects from unconventional vehicles to extraordinary people and unusual creatures.  This talk is a blast.  Get to know Michael and stay tuned all the way to the end of the show to hear his songs 'Graf Zeppelin Airship' and 'Winston Wong Ice Vehicle'.  
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Episode #278 – Michael Hearst

Hello my friends!  It was great to welcome my new best friend Erica Rabner to the Good Stuff Kids Podcast.  We talked a lot about her background as well as her brand new record 'We Got This' and the importance of Real Talk!  Stay tuned all the way to the end of the show to hear her brand new song 'Slack'.  Be sure to check out the video for her song 'You're Not Alone' here as well:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHIkIFLBjAQ
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Episode #277 – Erica Rabner

It's Aaron Nigel Smith!  We had a great conversation talking about Reggae, his music and so much in between!  "Aaron Nigel Smith & The One World Chorus -- Live in LA was released on August 15th, distributed by Bob Marley's Tuff Gong International. This is an uplifting collection of reggae songs, some Aaron Nigel Smith originals (like "One") and some traditional and cover songs ("Fanga Alafia," "Simon Says," "One Love," "If I Had a Hammer").
Listen to his song 'One' at the end of our interview.
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Episode #276 – Aaron Nigel Smith

Tracy Bonham & Melodeon Music House is set to release a record for families called 'Young Maestro's Vol. 1'.  "The album, set to be released April 16, 2021 on Bonham’s Melodeon Music House label, is a celebration of music and movement that includes 11 songs that aren’t only fun to dance and sing along to but also teach musical concepts in an entertaining and light-hearted way."  Stick around until the end of the show to hear her brand new song 'Me Symphony'.
Side Note:  I've been listening to Tracy's music for years.  I was starstruck.  She's awesome!
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Episode #210 – Craig Pomranz

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