What makes a kids’ show actually educational—and trustworthy for parents?
In this episode, Tuttle Twins creator Daniel Harmon explains how values-based children’s media can teach freedom, economics, and critical thinking without sacrificing fun.

Daniel shares how Tuttle Twins approach topics like life, liberty, property rights, inflation, and supply and demand—all through animated storytelling designed for kids and parents watching together.

This conversation is for parents, grandparents, educators, and anyone concerned about children’s media, screen time, and raising discerning kids in a digital world full of noise.

In this episode:

What Tuttle Twins is and who it’s designed for
Why parents are looking for values-driven entertainment
How Angel Studios’ Angel Guild approves every episode
Teaching economics and freedom in kid-friendly ways
Balancing humor for kids and adults
The role of parental involvement in children’s learning
Where children’s media is heading next

Time Stamps / Chapters

00:00 Why parental trust matters in kids’ content
00:00:27 Introduction to Daniel Harmon and Tuttle Twins
00:01:50 What Tuttle Twins teaches kids
00:03:13 Why parents want values-based entertainment
00:05:45 How episodes are written and lessons chosen
00:06:53 Angel Guild approval and accountability to parents
00:08:31 Books vs. show: where stories come from
00:10:28 Writing humor for kids and adults
00:12:52 The future of children’s media and screen time
00:15:48 Staying historically accurate in animation
00:18:18 How to watch Tuttle Twins on Angel Studios
00:20:31 Advice for parents raising discerning kids

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