Pinna Debuts Three New Podcasts For Children

New Shows

Children's subscription podcast network PINNA has announced three new original podcasts. "OPAL WATSON: PRIVATE EYE," a mystery series written by NATASHA TARPLEY and featuring an 11-year-old visually-impaired detective, launched YESTERDAY (10/16); "A TO Z MYSTERIES: CLUE CLUB," based on RANDOM HOUSE's book series, debuts OCTOBER 21st; and "HERO HOTEL," based on the graphic novel by YEHUDI MERCADO, debuts TODAY (10/17).

"For PINNA Original podcasts, our goal is for all kids to see themselves in our stories; For example, our newest Original series 'OPAL WATSON: Private Eye' will draw in young listeners through a constantly expanding series of mysteries that challenge a smart, relatable heroine while also giving them a window into Opal's growing abilities and independence as she navigates the challenges of Retinitis Pigmentosa, a degenerative disease that impairs her vision," said PINNA CEO MAGGIE MCGUIRE. "And we're thrilled to be partnering with RANDOM HOUSE CHILDREN'S BOOKS on 'A TO Z MYSTERIES: CLUE CLUB' based on their bestselling series. This podcast gives listeners a chance to join the club, helping their favorite characters Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose as they solve a new mystery in Green Lawn in every episode. And in 'HERO HOTEL', a laugh-out-loud comedy adventure, we meet a boy named Chet who finds his own power in a hotel for superheroes. Each PINNA Original production is put before a discerning panel of kid testers, ensuring that all of our listeners will eagerly put down their screens to tune in."

"To create a story that is both entertaining and authentic, we worked closely with a team of experts from the CHICAGO LIGHTHOUSE and HELEN KELLER SERVICES NEW YORK," said Dir./Development and Children's Programming AMY KRAFT. "Their input informed Opal's character development and key story elements, such as the integration of orientation and mobility training into the story arc, something kids with low-vision will be familiar with and other kids will be interested to learn. In addition, we were thrilled to cast newcomer MAYA GRAVES, who herself is visually impaired and brings a real understanding of Opal to the role."

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