Adventures in Odyssey began as a radio show that was first aired in 1987. At present, hundreds of episodes have been produced and the show is broadcast all over the world. In addition to the radio programs, books, video episodes and albums are now available, and in recent years, Adventures in Odyssey has branched into computer games. The series' goal is to present children, as well as their families, with fun and educational amusement containing moral principles that the creators find lacking in other popular kids' shows.