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Brains On! Science podcast for kids

Brains On!® is a science podcast for curious kids and adults from American Public Media. Each week, a different kid co-host joins Molly Bloom to find answers to fascinating questions about the world sent in by listeners. Like, do dogs know they’re dogs? Or, why do feet stink? Plus, we have mystery sounds for you to guess, songs for you to dance to, and lots of facts -- all checked by experts.

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Blood: The superhighway of the body

Oct 11, 2022
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Did the Brontosaurus really exist?

Oct 4, 2022
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What happens at zoos after dark?

Sep 27, 2022
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Where does your imagination come from?

Sep 20, 2022
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Where do accents come from?

Sep 13, 2022
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Get a whiff of that: Why you smell like you

Sep 6, 2022
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Why is glass see-through?

Aug 30, 2022
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Body Bonanza 2.0 - Your body questions answered

Aug 23, 2022
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Can stress be helpful?

Aug 16, 2022
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Underwater volcanoes and lots of salt: A deep dive into the ocean

Aug 9, 2022