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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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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
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Happy: All about feelings, pt. 1

Jun 4, 2019
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Thinkin stinkin: Why we smell

Apr 30, 2019
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Forever echo: Can a sound wave go on forever?

Apr 23, 2019
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The hows and whys of hair

Apr 16, 2019