What does it take to become a marine biologist, and can you guess which stories are true? In this gameshow podcast for kids, Mindy Thomas sits down with Rene Carbajal to share surprising facts and sneaky fibs about his life. This interactive interview podcast for kids invites listeners to play along, think critically, and discover what it really means to be a marine biologist, and an expert in giant Pacific octopuses!In this ‘two truths and a lie’ podcast all about Rene Carbajal and his work as a marine biologist at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, families will hear unbelievable stories about his love of ocean wildlife, including even salsa dancing with octopuses? But not everything you hear is true… Can you figure out which facts are real?This episode blends gameplay with real conversation as Mindy and her guest share stories that are surprising, funny, and sometimes totally unbelievable. From childhood memories and fear, to giant Pacific octopus facts, listeners will explore how Rene Carbajal wows every day as a marine biologist!Along the way, kids and grownups will get to combine curiosity and play, discover the joy of human connection, and see how curiosity can lead to some of the coolest jobs! Designed for families to listen together, this episode encourages communication, imagination, and connection in a screen-free way.Whether your Wowzer is curious about marine biology, octopuses, and ocean animals, or loves solving a good mystery, this episode helps kids build confidence, ask better questions, and connect with the people around them. It’s all about learning through play, conversation, and curiosity.✨ Don’t miss the chance to laugh together even more:Grownups can visit tinkercast.com/join-twaaw to join the World Organization of Wowzers (WOW) and unlock exclusive activities, birthday cards, quarterly mailings, first dibs at events, and a welcome kit with an autographed photo of Mindy & Guy Raz! Plus, Grownups help support our podcast and our mission to create content and experiences that connect laughter to learning, curiosity to innovation and kids to the WOWs in their world!This episode of Two Whats?! And A Wow!: People Who Wow Edition introduces kids and families to marine biologist Rene Carbajal through gameplay, storytelling, and curiosity-driven conversation.Want to learn more about the Monterey Bay Aquarium? Visit montereybayaquarium.org to learn more now!Originally aired 7/31/26.See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

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