Welcome to Tune Up, a family podcast produced by Sparkler Learning that uses the healing power of music to help children (and the adults who love them) tackle some tough childhood challenges. Hosted by teacher and singer/songwriter Benjamin Weiner, Tune Up invites children to discuss tough topics — from becoming a big sibling to facing bedtime to cleaning up — and write songs to help themselves and others.
Do you have a child — aged 4 to 9 — who wants to be part of Tune Up? Please sign Sparkler’s media release form, linked below, and email us at tuneup@playsparkler.org with a quick description of what challenges are on your child’s mind! Right now, Tune Up is featuring kids’ summertime questions/challenges, like changes in routines, meeting new people in the summer, big enthusiasm for summer sports, big frustration with sun block or bug spray, etc.
Let's Tune Up Together!
About Host Benjamin Weiner
Benjamin Weiner is a writer, composer, and educator based in Brooklyn, New York. He writes for shows including Dora on Paramount Plus, Rosie’s Rules on PBS, and Vida the Vet on Netflix, and makes kids music as Princess Backpack and Benjamin. His first picture book is in the works with Simon & Schuster. He has worked with Sparkler since 2022, and he regularly composes and performs songs for Sparkler’s Little Kids, Big Hearts podcast.
Tune Up with Us!
Here’s an overview of Tune Up, which provides more detail. Email us at tuneup@playsparkler.org with questions/comments/ideas. Sign up here if you want to be added to our list: