Meet Bayleigh, a 5th grader who LOVES Taylor Swift and believes if we don't have peace, the world will decay. Buckle up for this roller coaster of a conversation that tackles the importance of self-care, cell phones, grounding, why Taylor Swift is so relatable and much more. You will be blown away by the wisdom of Bayleigh. This is THE KID NEXT DOOR.

Meet Canaan, a 5th grader who believes if you help other people, it will help you. His kindness has been put to the test recently, being a bully target at school. He shares tips on how to deal with bullies, ideas to meet the physical and emotional needs of people who are homeless, and his secret Fortnite hideout spot that only 1 million players know about. This is THE KID NEXT DOOR.

🚀 Season 2 is finally here, and our first episode is pure gold!

Meet Cooper, The Kid Next Door, as he redefines popularity with kindness. Listen to his inspiring journey of breaking free from labels, overcoming bullying, and being a superhero for his brother when his mom fell ill.

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In this episode of The Kid Next Door, we meet Sam, a junior at Shadle Park High School and a youth cadet with the Spokane Police Department. With a profound belief in the transformative power of human connection and the importance of empathy, Sam is on a mission to redefine the narrative surrounding law enforcement. Through dedicating over 75 hours of his spring break to ride along in a police car and shadow officers, he gained invaluable understanding and insight. Despite life's setbacks, Sam's unwavering spirit shines as he selflessly lends a helping hand wherever it is needed. Join us as we delve into Sam's inspiring story on The Kid Next Door podcast.

In this episode, we sit down with Sindhu, an incredible 14-year-old girl who discovered her passion for art during the pandemic and managed to raise over $20,000 for homelessness and family housing through her creativity. 

She shares her personal story of discrimination at a young age and how she used it to fuel her desire for positive change. Through her upcoming TED Talk, "The Art of Rewriting Your Story: Sharpening Your Mindset," she emphasizes the importance of changing the narrative we tell ourselves to live fuller lives and to focus on the good. Tune in and be inspired by her journey of using her experiences to become a better version of herself and make a positive impact on her community.

After moving to America in 2019, Nazanin was able to dream. High School was an option now, but new challenges arose in the form of a language barrier, micro and macro aggressions, cultural differences, and being a teenager trying to make friends while moving around to 3 high schools in 3 years. In this episode, you and your family can hear another side of the story. Her message to young immigrant girls is, “There is always hope.” This is The Kid Next Door, and we hope you can hear them knocking.

If there is an underdog in the world, someone who needs to be seen, Lucy uses her superpower to identify that person and make them feel special. In this episode, we talk about the characteristics of a good leader, how to work through emotions, what it means to be human, and so much more. You will fall in love with the passionate, artistic, next-generation leader named Lucy! This is The Kid Next Door. 

When Russell steps into the room, there is a different energy. It’s electric and contagious. Being visually impaired has not stopped him from dreaming and living a full life. In this episode, we talk about accessibility, family guy, voice-over acting, braille menus, and so much more. If you like Abbott and Castello, you will love Russell and KJ.

Maverick is not one for the spotlight, but his kindness is a bright light in the community. In this episode, Maverick opens up about the realities of middle school, spoiler alert, it’s not always easy, and his genuine life goal of being nice. Enjoy one of the “nicest kids” on the planet. This is Maverick, The Kid Next Door. 

In today's episode, we learn from an incredible Kid Next Door who went before the school board to advocate for things she cared about but ended up being cyber-bullied by people who disagreed with her. This is her story, and her bravery, understanding, and laughter will inspire you to be "Be Curious, Not Judgmental."