Author: Josh
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What Makes Popcorn Pop?
Ever wonder why popcorn goes POP? Discover the tiny bit of water hiding inside every kernel, and what happens when it heats up. This episode is full of explosive fun, […]
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How Does Your Body Heal a Cut?
Ouch! You got a cut—now what? In this episode, kids find out what happens inside the body after an injury, from clots and scabs to special healing cells. It’s a […]
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How Do Computers Work?
What’s really going on inside your phone, tablet, or computer? This episode breaks down how computers think, what they’re made of, and why 0s and 1s are so important—plus interactive […]
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Captain Curious: The Color Red
Ahoy there! Join Captain Curious on a colorful adventure to Red Island, where everything is the color of strawberries, apples, and fire hydrants. Kids follow clues, solve riddles, and use […]
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How Do Fish Breathe Underwater?
Fish don’t have lungs like we do—so how do they breathe underwater? In this episode, we explore the incredible way gills work to pull oxygen out of water and keep […]
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What’s Inside a Volcano?
What’s really happening inside a volcano before it erupts? We’ll dig into the world of magma, lava, and underground pressure to discover the science behind one of nature’s most dramatic […]
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Why Do You Need to Sleep?
Sleep might seem like a time when nothing’s happening—but your brain and body are working hard! In this episode, we find out how sleep helps you grow, stay healthy, and […]
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How Long Would It Take to Walk Around the World?
What if you tried to walk around the entire planet? How long would it take? Get ready to explore some big numbers and surprising facts about travel, speed, and the […]
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Why Can’t We See Air?
Air is all around us—but have you ever wondered why we can’t see it? In this episode, we explore what air is made of, how it moves, and how we […]
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How Old Are the Trees?
Have you ever tried to hug a tree so big you couldn’t reach all the way around? In today’s episode, we’re finding out how scientists (and curious kids!) can figure […]
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