Welcome to Cordelia Studios​

An award-winning kids' podcast production house and media network that's dedicated to empowering the next generation through the magical power of storytelling!

About Us

Every child's voice matters.

Cordelia Studios has a proven track record of creating high-quality audio content and a mission to ensure all children can hear themselves at the center of the narrative. We’re here to help you spark curiosity, ignite creativity, and encourage self-expression in children everywhere.

We are made up of a talented team and with the necessary expertise to craft entertaining content while achieving measurable results. 

Our Services

Let's create the perfect kids' podcast for your audience.

If you’re looking to build a successful kids’ podcast for your brand or yourself, our team of experts can and provide complete production services to bring your show to life. Want to do it yourself? We provide specialized courses, 1:1 consultations, and step-by-step guides 

Our Team

Rebecca Cunningham

Rebecca is the Founder and CEO of Cordelia Studios and an award-winning podcast producer. She started Girl Tales in 2017 and has since helped build podcasts for National Geographic, Spotify Kids & Family, America’s Test Kitchen, Einhorn’s Epic Productions, and tonies. She was recently honored with the Kennedy Center’s Next 50 Award and The Gotham/Variety Audio Honors for her work on Girl Tales. 

Chad Chenail

Chad is the Senior Producer of Cordelia Studios and a kids’ media writer and producer, and proud to be one of the co-founders of Girl Tales. He is the Staff Writer for America’s Test Kitchen Kids and writes and produces their podcast Mystery Recipe. His work has been heard on other kids’ podcasts like Chompers and The Story Pirates, and with companies like Gimlet Media, Neon Hum, and Spotify. Chad is also the author of the picture book Mitsy the Oven Mitt Goes to School, a Story about Being Brave.

Megan Bagala

Megan is a podcast producer whose work can be heard on podcasts from Gimlet Media, Wondery, Marvel Entertainment, and more. She specializes in developing and producing both fiction and nonfiction kids and family content, and loves working on projects with a musical component. She is a proud alum of the 2021 Ready to Learn podcast accelerator from PRX, PBS KIDS, and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. She lives in New York with her husband, a fellow podcast producer and composer, and their doggo, Dutch. 

Tessa Flannery

Tessa is a writer, podcast producer, and voice over artist based in Brooklyn. She writes for two award-winning kids podcasts: Girl Tales and The Ten News. She has produced episodes for Girl Tales, StoryPillar, and Nature Nerds, and co-created ‘Nova’s Lab’ – a feminist, STEM-focused kids podcast. She has voiced ads for SquareSpace, Etsy, and Wonder Woman; she’s voiced video game characters in Earth Defense Force and Goat Simulator 3. Her voice can also be heard on the Paramount+ show ‘Rabbit Hole.’ Tessa is a two-time winner of the Home Alone Film Challenge ‘Best Film’ and ‘Best Director’ laurels. She teaches Public Speaking at BMCC.

Harry Poster

Harry is a producer and creator in children’s media and theater for young audiences. He has written and directed new stories for his own companies as well as been a producer for the Kennedy Center. He has premiered theatrical adaptations of works by his favorite authors, including Jacqueline Woodson, Elizabeth Acevedo, Kwame Alexander, Mo Willems, and Jason Reynolds, and created original plays with Lauren Gunderson, Brian Quijada, Laura Schellhardt, and more. He is a proud board member of TYA/USA – the leading national organization for professional theater for children and families, and loves bringing to life new stories for young people.

Our Story

Girl Tales is a kids’ podcast of feminist stories for a new generation. Damsels in distress? Princesses in need of protection? You won’t find those here. Girl Tales takes classic stories and puts a unique twist on them, giving girls the chance to save the day, use their intelligence and bravery, and show that they can be the heroes of their own stories! Each episode features a different fairytale and a courageous girl who navigates challenges, faces her fears, and learns important lessons along the way.

Sponsor Us

Help support us by becoming a sponsor.

Girl Tales podcast has a proven track record of successful partnerships with top-tier brands, including Disney, Candlewick Publishing, and Piccolina. Our podcast reaches a global audience of socially-aware families who actively seek out progressive and diverse content for their children. By sponsoring Girl Tales, your brand will gain exposure to a highly targeted audience while aligning with our mission to promote empowering and positive storytelling for children. Join our roster of esteemed sponsors and demonstrate your commitment to making a positive impact on the next generation.

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