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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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The secrets of the spectacular spacesuit

Aug 27, 2019
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What is dyslexia? And how do our brains read?

Aug 20, 2019
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How do elevators work?

Aug 13, 2019
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Hey, where did you get those genes?!?

Aug 6, 2019
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Plastic: Why it's everywhere

Jul 30, 2019
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Ants: Who's in charge here?

Jul 23, 2019
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Tree, Myself and I: All about our leafy green friends

Jul 16, 2019
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Going underground at Wind Cave National Park

Jul 2, 2019
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Angry: All about feelings, pt. 3

Jun 18, 2019
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Sad: All about feelings, pt. 2

Jun 11, 2019