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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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Do we live in a multiverse?

Feb 1, 2022
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Why are giraffe tongues blue? - A Moment of Um extra

Jan 25, 2022
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Introducing Moment of Um!

Jan 18, 2022
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What happens if you drop a feather in space?

Nov 23, 2021
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The innies and outies of belly buttons

Nov 16, 2021
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A guide to getting your COVID shot

Nov 9, 2021
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Shark teeth: The sharp bits of a squishy animal

Nov 2, 2021
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Spooky superstitions! Why we think 13 is bad luck

Oct 26, 2021
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Crystals: More than just shiny rocks

Oct 19, 2021
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Squirrelsperience: Trying out squirrel skills

Oct 12, 2021