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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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How do engines work? (Road trip pt. 1)

Jun 9, 2017
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Mystery sound extravaganza!

Jun 6, 2017
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The science of slime: What is it and why are we so obsessed

May 9, 2017
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Why is the ocean salty?

Mar 14, 2017
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Do we all see the same colors?

Feb 14, 2017
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Cats: Glowing eyes, puffy tails and secret purrs

Jan 31, 2017
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Dinosaur bones: How do we know their age?

Jan 17, 2017
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Lighting the way for sea turtles at Gulf Islands National Seashore

Dec 30, 2016
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Surviving the desert at Joshua Tree National Park

Dec 29, 2016
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Making the sands sing at Great Sand Dunes National Park

Dec 28, 2016