12/11/2025
Holiday season is here, which means the talking “AI” toys have entered the chat.
You know the ones, plushies, dolls, and tiny robots acting like they pay rent.
Some are helpful. Some are hilarious. And some make you stare like, “Where is my baseball bat?”
This week on AI for Kids, in our episode for elementary-age kids, I break down what these toys actually do, why they are not real friends no matter how friendly they sound, and what kids should know before one shows up under the tree.
If your kid has one circled in a catalog, this episode is for them (and you). It’s five minutes, and it’s worth it.
🎙️ “Should Kids Trust Talking AI Toys?” is out now wherever you get your podcasts: https://aiforkids.buzzsprout.com/