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Believe It or Not! — Amazing True Stories for Curious Kids

Believe It or Not! — Amazing True Stories for Curious Kids

By: Bryan Betz
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 If you’re curious, love weird and wonderful stories, and enjoy being surprised, this podcast is made just for you! Every episode brings amazing facts and unbelievable tales that are 100% true — from animals with crazy powers to strange events in history. It’s fun, exciting, and perfect for kids who want to learn and laugh at the same time. Join us for quick, fun episodes that spark your imagination and make you say, “No way, that really happened?!” Whether you listen at home, in the car, or at school, Can You Believe It?! is your ticket to a world full of surprises.Bryan Betz Literature & Fiction
Episodes
  • The Zamboni: How One Machine Changed Ice Forever

    The Zamboni: How One Machine Changed Ice Forever
    Dec 28 2025

    What do ice rinks, hockey games, and figure skating all have in common?

    The Zamboni.

    In this episode of Believe It or Not!, kids ages 7–12 discover the unbelievable true story of Frank Zamboni — the inventor who turned a frustrating ice rink problem into one of the most iconic machines in sports history.

    Learn:
    • What ice rinks were like before the Zamboni
    • How one machine resurfaced ice in just 10 minutes
    • Why the Zamboni became famous around the world
    • And how small ideas can lead to BIG changes

    Packed with fascinating facts, humor, and curiosity — this episode proves that sometimes the coolest inventions come from everyday problems.

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    9 mins
  • Escape from Berlin - Tunnel 29: The Underground Escape That Fooled a Wall

    Escape from Berlin - Tunnel 29: The Underground Escape That Fooled a Wall
    Dec 23 2025

    What if escaping a wall meant digging under it?

    In this episode of Believe It or Not!, we uncover the incredible true story of Tunnel 29 — a secret underground tunnel dug beneath the Berlin Wall during the Cold War.

    Kids will learn:

    • Why the Berlin Wall was built

    • How ordinary people planned a dangerous escape

    • Why Tunnel 29 became one of the most famous rescue tunnels in history

    This suspenseful, kid-friendly episode proves that courage, teamwork, and hope can defeat even the strongest walls.

    🎧 Perfect for ages 7–12
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    11 mins
  • 🎄 What if Christmas could stop a war? The Christmas Truce

    🎄 What if Christmas could stop a war? The Christmas Truce
    Dec 21 2025

    In this unforgettable episode of Believe It or Not!, we explore the true story of the Christmas Truce of 1914, when soldiers fighting in World War I laid down their weapons, sang carols together, exchanged gifts, and even played soccer — right in the middle of a battlefield.

    Designed for kids ages 7–12, this episode blends exciting storytelling, real historical facts, and meaningful lessons about kindness, courage, and humanity.

    Perfect for:

    • Curious kids

    • Family listening

    • Classrooms and teachers

    • History lovers of all ages

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    8 mins
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