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But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids

But Why is a show led by kids. They ask the questions and we find the answers. It’s a big interesting world out there. On But Why, we tackle topics large and small, about nature, words, even the end of the world. Know a kid with a question? Record it with a smartphone. Be sure to include your kid's first name, age, and town and send the recording to questions@butwhykids.org!

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How Is Glass Made?

Sep 1, 2017
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How Do Bees Make Honey And Why Do They Sting?

Aug 18, 2017
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Why Are There So Many Different Languages?

Aug 4, 2017
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Why Do Flamingos Stand On One Leg?

Jul 21, 2017
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How Do You Make Bread?

Jul 7, 2017
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Why Are Moths Attracted To Light?

Jun 23, 2017
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How Are Babies Made?

Jun 9, 2017
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Podcast Extra: Do Dogs Get Strep Throat?

May 26, 2017
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Why Are Some Animals Pets And Others Are Lunch?

May 26, 2017
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Why Do Dogs Have Whiskers?

May 12, 2017