The series is designed for children and their families, offering a mix of storytelling, educational conversations and social and emotional intelligence 

Listen to the trailer now HERE

NEW YORK – November 6, 2025 – iHeartMedia and Charlamagne Tha God’s The Black Effect Podcast Network today announced its expansion into the Kids & Family genre with “Adventures of Curiosity Cove,” an imaginative podcast series created and produced by Actress and Producer Tika Sumpter. The series will be available on the platform beginning November 5. Fans can binge previous episodes and listen to the trailer for the upcoming season now, here. 

Blending storytelling, curiosity and real - world lessons in social and emotional intelligence, “Adventures of Curiosity Cove” is a world filled with endless adventures and original stories through the eyes of “Ella the Curious.” Each episode will explore a new adventure, and children and parents alike will find Ella journeying into the mysteries of space, discover the power of being “the light,” and much more. The podcast was inspired by Sumpter’s book, “I Got It From My Mama,” a heartwarming story about Ella, a curious, full-of-life little girl who sees her mom as her biggest inspiration. 

“We’re excited to launch this children’s program centered on social and emotional learning. Our kids deserve to see themselves reflected in stories that celebrate their culture while helping them understand and express their feelings in a healthy way,” said Dollie S. Bishop, President, The Black Effect Podcast Network. “This partnership between Tika and The Black Effect Podcast Network is an investment in the emotional well-being and confidence of the next generation." 

In addition to creating "Adventures of Curiosity Cove,” Sumpter is the founder of Yummy Tummy, a clean, multi-use skincare line designed to address the needs of mothers from pregnancy through postpartum and beyond. Up next is her ‘Sisters In Italy’ rom-com in partnership with Tyler Perry for Amazon MGM Studios. She co-wrote, co-produced, and stars in the film. The project marks Perry’s first directorial he did not write, and is inspired by the complexities that come with siblinghood and inspired by her personal experience as the youngest child in her family. 

"We’re thrilled to partner with The Black Effect and iHeartRadio to bring ‘Adventures of Curiosity Cove’ to more families,” said Sumpter. “As the first kids’ podcast under their banner, Nick and I wanted to create a space where children can explore big feelings through fun, imaginative stories and where parents can listen right alongside them. Our goal has always been to spark curiosity, emotional intelligence, and connection between kids and the grown-ups who love them."

“Adventures of Curiosity Cove” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and will be available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. 

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About The Black Effect Podcast Network

The Black Effect Podcast Network is a transformative network founded by renowned cultural architect, executive producer, bestselling author, and media mogul Charlamagne Tha God and in a historic joint venture with the world’s number one commercial podcast publisher, iHeartMedia, Charlamagne and iHeartMedia created the groundbreaking first-ever Black Effect Podcast Network, celebrating the most essential Black culture-shapers on the planet—in education, politics, entertainment, sports and pop culture. The Black Effect Podcast Network gives rise to emerging and established content creators and storytellers whose perspectives and creative vision have been marginalized and overlooked while serving an audience that has been underserved. The Black Effect Podcast Network helps its partners define their place in podcast culture through influence, ideas, and experiences that engage, inspire, inform, and empower.