Little Bees in the City: Recent Episodes

Little Bees in the City

The official podcast of PS 163

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This episode was recorded at PS 163's Spring Fair. Students had the opportunity to ask their parents questions about our school and their own school experiences. Zediel conducted an interview with our principal, Dr. Lopez, and engaged in a quick-fire question session with Mr. Juan about soccer players. Thank you to all the parents and students who participated! We had a lot of audio to edit! Beware of the cacophony of NYC sounds in the background!

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Join Brielle on a captivating journey as she interviews Shiho and Triin, two insightful third graders, about their home countries of Japan and Estonia. From learning about Japanese traditions like cherry blossom viewing to discovering the beauty of Estonia's Baltic Sea coast wall, Brielle loves learning about where her friends were born.

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Third graders, Anderson and Mateo, discuss their countries of origin, El Salvador and Mexico. They share information about famous landmarks and the best food to try if you ever visit. Thanks for being excellent tour guides, Anderson and Mateo!

Los estudiantes de tercer grado, Anderson y Mateo, hablan sobre sus países de origen, El Salvador y México. Comparten información sobre lugares famosos y la mejor comida para probar si alguna vez visitas. ¡Gracias por ser excelentes guías turísticos, Anderson y Mateo!

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Fifth graders, Valeri and Sara, take you on a fascinating journey shedding light on the unique traditions, fashion, and customs that define Barbie dolls in Honduras and Colombia.

Valeri y Sara, estudiantes de quinto grado, te llevan en un fascinante viaje para arrojar luz sobre las tradiciones únicas, la moda y las costumbres que definen a las muñecas Barbie en Honduras y Colombia.

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Andy and Arian, fifth grade Fortnite fans, enlighten us with fascinating facts and trivia about Fortnite's development, its impact on the gaming industry, and the rise of esports.

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Karis and Alisiah are third grade aspiring junior chefs and in this episode, they dive into the art of crafting the best pizza you've ever tasted. From kneading the perfect dough to selecting the freshest ingredients, these little chefs will share their top tips and tricks for achieving pizza perfection. They also sprinkle in a dash of history, making this episode both educational and deliciously entertaining.

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Theo and Amiel, two enthusiastic fifth graders, dive into their shared passion for Pokémon on this episode. Theo expresses what he likes about Pokémon in English, while Amiel explains his reasons for adoring Pokémon in Spanish. Join Little Bees in the City and explore the world of Pokémon through the perspectives of these young fans, bridging language barriers to celebrate their mutual excitement for Pokémon.

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Screen Queens Summer and Sophia are here to share their absolute favorite shows on Netflix, all perfect for fellow fifth graders like themselves.

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We've all had a case of the giggles during important events, right? Well, Janalee and Chloe could not stop laughing while talking about the countries their families are from. If you want to cheer up, just listen to their episode! We think you'll catch a case of the giggles too!

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Swing into action with fifth graders Elijah and Sebastian who explore the ins and outs of the wildly fun game Gorilla Tag!

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Meet Angel, the fifth grader spinning into action while exploring the Spider-Verse animated movies! While eagerly awaiting the third installment, Angel keeps you webbed in with updates on the first two adventures!

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Fifth grade reporter, Nadiyah, interviews Mariya, also in fifth grade, about Ukrainian culture and language.

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Third graders Matthew, Kaelyn, and Abriannysh share their fascination with planets and space. Join them as Abriannysh adds a unique touch by teaching us space-related words in Spanish. Tune in for an enriching experience with these space enthusiasts!

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An energetic pair of third graders, July and Moon, explore the mesmerizing realm of martial arts. Their focus zeros in on the intricate belt levels and the vibrant spectrum of colors intertwined with Karate and Taekwondo. Whether you're a novice in martial arts or well-versed, July and Moon's animated dialogue promises a vivid expedition through the rich traditions and accomplishments of Karate and Taekwondo.

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Join the coolest third-grade trio, Dalia, Lucas, and Eli, as they dive into the fascinating world of the "Weird But True" nonfiction book series, published by National Geographic. Brace yourself for a wild ride through mind-boggling facts that will leave you saying, "Wait, what?!" These mini explorers spill the beans on some seriously strange and wonderful discoveries. Get ready to be amazed by the unexpected!

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Aiden and Alana are fifth grade fans of Taylor Swift and the K-Pop group New Jeans. Join them as Aiden stan-tastically shares the magic of being a Swiftie, while Alana takes us on a journey through her K-Pop stan adventures.

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A 5th grader from Venezuela, Jhon, tells us about his journey to New York. Filled with uncertainty, adversity, and moments that would test Jhon's family's resilience, they made it to NYC with determination and a will to build a brighter future. English translation read by Sophie Redvers.

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Fifth grader, John, talks about his favorite anime book and TV series. "One Piece" is an incredible journey of pirates, treasure, and a search for the ultimate prize—the One Piece itself. The main character, Luffy, and his crew are on a quest that's as epic as it gets.

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One day, third graders, Kymora and Ximena, both wore Pikachu t-shirts. Little did they know, a yellow, lightning-tailed creature would be the spark that ignited a beautiful friendship.

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Third-grade gamer, Lucas, is here to share his thoughts on the iconic sandbox adventure, Minecraft. So, buckle up for his perspective on pixelated worlds and blocky adventures!

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Thrid grader, Atreyu, loves to tell stories with original characters and amazing action. Atreyu tells the story of a new superhero called Spider Beetle Flash. Call us, Marvel!

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Tommy, a third grader, tells his experience of eating a peanut butter cookie and what happened afterwards. Spoiler Alert: Tommy is okay!

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Halloween may be behind us, but today, we've got the candy kings of podcasting - 5th graders Leo and Grayson - who are here to give you their Top Ten Candy List. These two have combed through their extensive candy collections, tasted them all, and engaged in heated debates to bring you the ultimate ranking of their top ten favorite candies. It's a candy showdown like no other! Don't forget to brush your teeth after listening!

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Erni is our tour guide as we hear about the picturesque landscapes of Estonia. He passionately discusses Estonian cuisine and even teaches some essential Estonian vocabulary, ensuring that if you're considering a vacation to Estonia, you'll be well-prepared!

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Shanon, a third-grade storyteller, shares the tale of "The Ugly Duckling" in Spanish, and Sophie Redvers, our voice-over narrator, presents the translated version in English. This famous fairy tale (cuento de hadas) underscores a valuable lesson, and we're delighted to bring it to you in both Spanish and English.

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Meet Gus, a charismatic third grader with a talent for making everyone laugh. With his infectious sense of humor, Gus never fails to bring joy and laughter to the classroom. What makes Gus even more unique is his ability to tell jokes in Spanish too!

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A buzz worthy episode for young space explorers, hosted by two out-of-this-world third graders, Allegra and Shoshannah.

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Julieta talks about the journey she made with her mother from Colombia to the United States. 

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Valery is a New New Yorker from Colombia. She is in the 4th grade Dual Language program and loves her teacher, Ms. Roussel very much. Valery tells us the story of her journey to the United States. Welcome to New York, Valery! We are so glad you're here!

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Penelope is a third grader who tells us a spooky story about a candle factory ghost! Do all third graders love spooky stories?

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Fabian and Noel talk about Roblox and PLS Donate. They explain that strangers or friends can donate Robux to you! Have you tried PLS Donate?

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Janely and Imani act as sisters in their story about coming home after school. What do you do when you get home from school? What if your parents weren't there? What would you do?

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Christine and Ava are in fourth grade. They tell a fictional story about a mean teacher. (It's fictional, of course, because the teachers in our school are all nice!) Tell us who your favorite teacher is in the comments!

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Gene, Juan Jesus, and Sophie are third grade English language learners. They will teach you color words in their languages. 

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Adiana is a fifth grader and a Sonic the Hedgehog enthusiast! She loves the supersonic speed of Sonic and all the Sonic the Hedgehog characters! Tell us your favorite character from Sonic the Hedgehog in the comments.

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Brandon and Logan are fifth graders who give Minecraft pro tips. Tell us a pro tip about your favorite game in the comments.

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Ana is a third grader who is curious about rainbows. Do you want to learn more about rainbows? Then this is the episode for you! 

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James is a fifth grader who loves Fortnite! Tell us your favorite game in the comments.

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José is a fourth grader who is obsessed with Minecraft! Tell us your favorite game in the comments!

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Nizeah is a fourth grader who is a super soccer fan! Tell us your favorite sport in the comments!

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Third graders Lydia and Vanessa teach us math vocabulary in Spanish. These two might be our future Dual Language teachers here at PS 163! ¡Bien hecho, Lydia y Vanessa!

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Heaven and Sasha are third graders who love the chapter book series called Thea Stilton. Find out the secret behind the title character! Tell us your favorite book in the series! 

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Amir tells us all about Pluto and whether it's a planet or not. Amir is in 5th grade and is our planetary expert. What's your favorite planet? (Or almost-planet.) Tell us in the comments!

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Aliya and Karla tell us about where their families are from originally. The third graders talk about Puerto Rico and Mexico and make us want to be in one of those places right now! Tell us where you would like to visit in the comments!

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Calvin's Comedy Hive is unBEElievably funny! This third grader has a thrilling future in comedy! There's no like button to smash, but give us 5 smashing stars!

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Jeremiah is in third grade and loves to play Beyblade.  He shares his Beyblade tips and tells a little Beyblade history as well. 

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Justin, Keston, and Maceo are three funny fifth graders and expert Rocket League players. Listen to their tips and tricks to get better at the game! Tell us in the comments if you play Rocket League!

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Shakespeare has had us questioning names for a long time! Listen to Char Char's story about a haunted name! Char Char is a third grader, and a great screamer! 

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More haunted stories from third graders Vihaan, Evangeline, and Zaire! Third graders love telling and hearing scary stories! Do you? Tell us your favorite scary movie in the comments!

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Have you ever played Roblox? Hear from Karrington and Songh as they share about some of their favorites! Let us know about your favorites in the comments!

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Vincent reports from P.S. 163 about some of the things going on in the school. Vincent also gives some advice on how to make classrooms better places to be. 

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Have you ever dreamed about running away from home? Well don't do it! Here is a cautionary tale from fifth graders Aiden and Logan. 

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Do we have enough scary stories for you? We think we need another, so here's third grader Matthew with another spooky story! Tell us which scary story is the creepiest in the comments!

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Zoe is a third grader who tells us why we celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and how he made such a significant impact on the civil rights movement in the United States. We hope everyone enjoys the day off and remembers to think about all the great achievements of Dr. King. 

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Meison and Arian are fourth graders who interviewed Mr. Andrade, one of our two amazing science teachers! What other teachers do you want to know more about? Tell us in the comments.

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Noah is a fifth grader who is an expert on all things Dragon Ball Z. Do you like Dragon Ball Z? Leave a comment telling us what you like about it! 

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Third graders really love telling scary stories! Judy's story is about a haunted library. We hope you'll still want to visit your local library after listening to this spooky tale!

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Have you ever played The Floor is Lava? Did you know that lava and magma are two different things? Why are kids so obsessed with volcanoes? Third graders, Aiden and Edniel, tell us why they are interested in volcanoes. Tell us your favorite volcano fact in the comments!

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Juliana is a third grader who tells us the meaning of the colors of the rainbow. Every culture has its own color symbolism.  What do you think each color represents? There is no right or wrong answer!

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Audrey and Aaliyah are two funny fifth graders! This is the episode to listen to if you're feeling blue! Leave a joke in the comments!

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Castille and Mimi are fifth graders who want to know why so many people are afraid of German Shepherds. They also give tips for how to safely approach other people's dogs.  Tell us your favorite kind of dog in the comments!

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Are you a Harry Potter fan? Then this is the episode for you! Fourth grader Aria, discusses the complex relationship between Albus Dumbledore and Gellert Grindelwald. Aria also produced original music for her episode! Tell us what you think about Dumbledore and Grindelwald in the comments.

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Angel and Aiden are fourth graders who know a lot about video games, podcasts about video games, and upcoming movies about video games! They also produced their own music in this episode! Leave a comment about which video game movie you are most excited to see!

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Fifth grader, Thaddeus, tells us all about LEGO, including his favorite build from the TV show LEGO Masters. Tell us about your favorite LEGO designs in the comments.

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Isabella, a bilingual third grader, will teach you some words in Spanish. What other words would you like to know?

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Third grader, Ellie, talks about cupcakes. Do you know the name of the first bakery that sold only cupcakes? Listen to this episode and find out!

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Egypt is a third grader at PS 163 and wants to tell you about some of the things she likes. Let Egypt know if you like the same things! 

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Charlotte, a third grader, has lots of creepy stories she wants to share. This episode's story is called Big Toe. What do you think this story will be about? Do you think toes are creepy? Enjoy Charlotte's Big Toe!

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Fifth graders Ari, Ethan, and Fernando talk about their favorite soccer teams and players. What soccer teams do you like? 

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Third grader and donut aficionado Natalie tells us all about donuts. Tell us your favorite donut in the comments! 

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Fifth graders, Hermione and Saoirse, teach us all about axolotls. They encourage everyone to look up how cute they are! 

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Reese shares some fun facts about her favorite Broadway show, Hamilton. If you've seen Hamilton either on Broadway or Disney Plus, tell us what you thought about it in the comments.

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Welcome to the first episode of Little Bees in the City! In this episode, third graders, Naeem and Emanuel, tell a creepy story about a keyboard. You'll never look at your keyboard the same way again!

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In this episode, third grader Kerenh asks important questions about using our imagination. She also gives us some tips on how to improve our imagination! Hope your enjoy Kerenh's episode!

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Welcome to the first episode of Little Bees in the City. In this episode, third graders, Naeem and Emanuel, tell a creepy story about a keyboard. You'll never look at your keyboard the same way again!