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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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Do skyscrapers scrape the sky?

Nov 19, 2021
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How do squirrels climb trees?

Nov 5, 2021
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Why is it a shot? Kids’ questions about COVID vaccines

Oct 22, 2021
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How Do Apples Grow?

Oct 8, 2021
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How Deep Is The Ocean?

Sep 24, 2021
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Why Do Americans Use The Word ‘Soccer?’

Sep 10, 2021
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Who Invented Money?

Aug 27, 2021
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What If You’re Scared To Start School?

Aug 13, 2021
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Why Do We Wear Clothes?

Jul 30, 2021
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What's the Cleverest Thing A Hippo Can Do?

Jul 16, 2021