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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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Deep Sea vs. Outer Space

Jul 18, 2017
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Fart Smarts: Understanding the gas we pass

Jul 4, 2017
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Riding in the car: Motion sickness and optical illusions (Road trip pt. 5)

Jun 30, 2017
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Traffic: Phantom jams and chicken soup (Road trip pt. 4)

Jun 23, 2017
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Monster trucks and car design (Road trip pt. 3)

Jun 20, 2017
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The future of fuel, and the problem with exhaust (Road trip pt. 2)

Jun 16, 2017
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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