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Brains On! Science podcast for kids podcast

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Brains On! Science podcast for kids

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  American Public Media  

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.

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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#355

How do whales communicate?

Baleen whales sing. Toothed whales click. But how and why do they make these musical sounds?Join Molly and co-host Tyler as they dive into the wonderful world of whale sounds. First, they run into Anna Goldfield on her way to audition for a whale choir. She teaches them about the voice boxes of baleen whales. Then, biologist Shane Gero talks about sperm whale communication, and how humans are only just beginning to understand the complexity of the sounds they make. All that, plus a whale of a mystery sound! [Subscribe to Smarty Pass] (https://www.smartypass.org/)  for ad-free feeds, bonus episodes, and ticket discounts! Today’s episode is sponsored by: [Indeed.com/brainson] (https://www.indeed.com/hire/audio-promotion-highimpact) - Receive a $75 sponsored job credit with code brainson ... Read more

17 Dec 2024

33 MINS

33:35

17 Dec 2024

#354

Smarty Pass Sneak Peek: Bones On Mystery Sounds!

It’s almost midnight and Mr Bone Jangles has snuck into the studio to debut his new show -- Bones On! His plans are foiled when Molly pops in and asks him to guess some mystery sounds instead! ... Read more

06 Dec 2024

01 MINS

01:24

06 Dec 2024

#353

We're back December 17!

Brains On will be back with new episodes starting December 17! We’ve got a gaggle of mystery sounds, so many great questions to answer and surprises in store. We can’t wait for you to tune into our next season! ... Read more

26 Nov 2024

01 MINS

01:57

26 Nov 2024

#352

Smarty Pass Sneak Peek: Mystery Animal Poetry Slam

Molly’s got a case of poetry fever, and she’s ready to rhyme! She’s testing out her newest stash of stanzas on her pals, Marc and Sanden. They’ll have to guess the animals featured in four of Molly’s poems. It’s a case of versus AND verses in the…MYSTERY ANIMAL POETRY SLAM CHALLENGE!  ... Read more

11 Nov 2024

01 MINS

01:10

11 Nov 2024

#351

Smarty Pass Presents: Noun Noun

Usually, bonus episodes like this are exclusively for Smarty Pass subscribers but this month we’re sharing them with all our listeners. If you like this bonus episode and want to hear fun games every month, plus ad-free episodes, sign up for Smarty Pass. Did you know Brains On host Molly Bloom likes to collect things? Oh yeah, she has a collection of doorknobs, stickers, Dolly Parton-themed rugs, and even a collection of collective nouns! Her collection of collective nouns is so great she has a new game just to show them off. Join producers Sanden Totten and Ruby Guthrie as they play Noun Noun! To get more bonus episodes like this every month, sign up for Smarty Pass at SmartyPass.org. ... Read more

21 Oct 2024

08 MINS

08:05

21 Oct 2024

#350

The real vampires of the animal world

According to legend, vampires are creatures with pale skin and sharp teeth who drink blood. These creepy ghouls are not real, but in this episode, we'll meet some vampire animals that do exist! Join Molly and co-host Quinn as they learn about all kinds of bloodsuckers, from mosquitos to birds to fish! They'll hear about vampire bats from Dr. May Dixon. Then Molly will share her top eight reasons to love vampire squids! Mr. Bonejangles will also give us a sneak peek of his new musical, Squiddler on the Roof, plus a spooky new mystery sound! [Subscribe to Smarty Pass] (https://www.smartypass.org/)  for ad-free feeds, bonus episodes, and ticket discounts! Today’s episode is sponsored by: Norton Books Wild Interest - Let your kids' imaginations run wild and check out the new podcast Wild Interest wherever you get your podcasts. [wildinterest.com] (http://wildinterest.com/) [Indeed.com/brainson] (https://www.indeed.com/hire/audio-promotion-highimpact) - Receive a $75 sponsored job credit with code brainson Help your kids learn to earn, save, spend wisely, and invest with Greenlight, the debit card and money app for teens. Visit  [Greenlight.com/inclined] (http://greenlight.com/inclined) [.] (http://greenlight.com/) ... Read more

15 Oct 2024

26 MINS

26:30

15 Oct 2024

#349

Smarty Pass Sneak Peek: Game Show Molly

Molly has her sparkly special suit on which means it’s time for GAME SHOW MOLLY! Game show Molly is just like regular Molly but with an awesome new game! Grab your smarty pass to hear Molly’s new rhyming game. ... Read more

15 Oct 2024

01 MINS

01:40

15 Oct 2024

#348

Achoo! How fast does a sneeze travel?

Every sneeze is like a snowflake. Unique, beautiful, wet! Sneezes help our noses get rid of stuff that’s not supposed to be there, like dust, dirt, or pollen. But how fast do sneezes travel? And how exactly does our body make them?Join Molly and co-host Anna as they explore the science behind sneezes, snot, and boogers! They’ll take a tour inside Marc's nose and watch a daredevil booger attempt to break the sneeze speed record! Then they’ll learn all about nasal mucus from otolaryngologist a.k.a. self-described professional snot sucker, Dr. Andrew Redmann. Plus a honker of a mystery sound! [Subscribe to Smarty Pass] (https://www.smartypass.org/)  for ad-free feeds, bonus episodes, and ticket discounts! Today’s episode is sponsored by: Norton Books Wild Interest - Let your kids' imaginations run wild and check out the new podcast Wild Interest wherever you get your podcasts. [wildinterest.com] (http://wildinterest.com/) [Indeed.com/brainson] (https://www.indeed.com/hire/audio-promotion-highimpact) - Receive a $75 sponsored job credit with code brainson Help your kids learn to earn, save, spend wisely, and invest with Greenlight, the debit card and money app for teens. Visit  [Greenlight.com/inclined] (http://greenlight.com/inclined) [.] (http://greenlight.com/) ... Read more

08 Oct 2024

26 MINS

26:40

08 Oct 2024

#347

Navigating the world with White Canes

People who are blind or have low vision use different tools to navigate the world. One of the most common is called a white cane. White canes are long, thin, and lightweight with a handle on one end and a special tip on the other.Join Molly and co-host Jaden as they explore how white canes work. They’ll log into an interactive game called Cane Quest 3000 where they'll use white canes to move through a fantastical world and capture a bunch of tiny, yodeling aliens! Then they’ll link up with Brains On fan Phoenix to chat about what it’s like to use white canes on the day-to-day. All that, plus a puzzler of a mystery sound! [Subscribe to Smarty Pass] (https://www.smartypass.org/)  for ad-free feeds, bonus episodes, and ticket discounts! Today’s episode is sponsored by:- [Indeed.com/brainson] (https://www.indeed.com/hire/audio-promotion-highimpact) - Receive a $75 sponsored job credit with code brainson- Help your kids learn to earn, save, spend wisely, and invest with Greenlight, the debit card and money app for teens. Visit  [Greenlight.com/inclined] (http://greenlight.com/inclined) [.] (http://greenlight.com/) ... Read more

01 Oct 2024

29 MINS

29:03

01 Oct 2024

#346

How do animals pick their leaders?

Here in the U.S., we’re gearing up for the 2024 election! We’re about to vote to pick a new president and choose other leaders too. Maybe you’ve seen yard signs for different candidates around your neighborhood or campaign commercials on TV. All this election fever got us wondering: how do different animals pick their leaders?Join Molly and cohost Emily as they get to know some of the wildest leaders in the animal kingdom, from tiny ants to orca whales. Plus, they’ll learn about a special group of monkeys that vote! And as always, a new mystery sound! [Subscribe to Smarty Pass] (https://www.smartypass.org/)  for ad-free feeds, bonus episodes, and ticket discounts! Today’s episode is sponsored by:- [Indeed.com/brainson] (https://www.indeed.com/hire/audio-promotion-highimpact) - Receive a $75 sponsored job credit with code brainson- Help your kids learn to earn, save, spend wisely, and invest with Greenlight, the debit card and money app for teens. Visit  [Greenlight.com/inclined] (http://greenlight.com/inclined) [.] (http://greenlight.com/) ... Read more

24 Sep 2024

30 MINS

30:43

24 Sep 2024

#345

Smarty Pass Sneak Peek: Eye-Eye, Captain!

Ahoy, avast, and welcome aboard the good ship Iris, captained by the host with the most in all of the Seven Seas, Molly Bloom! Molly’s brought producer pals Sanden and Jess on board to play a game of EYE-EYE, CAPTAIN! Sanden and Jess will have to guess the answers to some fiendish questions about EYES. Can they navigate their way to the answers, or will their trivia timbers be shivered? YAAARRR! ... Read more

20 Sep 2024

01 MINS

01:45

20 Sep 2024

#344

How does the internet work?

The internet can feel like magic. You send a video of a squirrel eating an acorn to your friends and BOOM! A few seconds later, they can watch it! But how does the internet actually work?In today’s episode, Molly and co-host Kayson take a tour of the internet. They find out where information on the internet is stored and how that information moves around the world using long skinny cables on the ocean floor! They also call on Shark Manchez the computer hacker to explain the secret language computers speak. Plus, another tricky mystery sound! [Subscribe to Smarty Pass] (https://www.smartypass.org/)  for ad-free feeds, bonus episodes, and ticket discounts! Today’s episode is sponsored by:- [Indeed.com/brainson] (https://www.indeed.com/hire/audio-promotion-highimpact) - Receive a $75 sponsored job credit with code brainson- Help your kids learn to earn, save, spend wisely, and invest with Greenlight, the debit card and money app for teens. Visit  [Greenlight.com/inclined] (http://greenlight.com/inclined) [.] (http://greenlight.com/) ... Read more

17 Sep 2024

32 MINS

32:31

17 Sep 2024

#343

Why do some of us have food allergies?

About 1 out of 13 kids has a food allergy. Some are allergic to peanuts, others can’t eat dairy or shellfish or – you name it! So, why do some of us have food allergies and others don’t?Join Molly and co-host Gemma as they learn all about food allergies. First, they’ll explore the immune system, the tiny army inside our bodies that fights off things that can make us sick. Turns out, these fighter cells sometimes think certain foods are a threat! Then they’ll chat with Dr. Adora Lin about why some people are allergic to certain foods and others aren’t — and visit a cafeteria to hear from kids with food allergies! Plus, a new mystery sound you won’t want to miss. [Subscribe to Smarty Pass] (https://www.smartypass.org/)  for ad-free feeds, bonus episodes, and ticket discounts! Today’s episode is sponsored by:- [Indeed.com/brainson] (https://www.indeed.com/hire/audio-promotion-highimpact) - Receive a $75 sponsored job credit with code brainson- Help your kids learn to earn, save, spend wisely, and invest with Greenlight, the debit card and money app for teens. Visit  [Greenlight.com/inclined] (http://greenlight.com/inclined) [.] (http://greenlight.com/) ... Read more

10 Sep 2024

32 MINS

32:02

10 Sep 2024

#342

Why do some people need glasses?

Eyes are incredible. But sometimes they need a little help to see clearly. Enter: glasses! In this episode, we'll hear how eyes take in light and paint a picture of the world around us. We'll take a peek inside the eye to see why sometimes vision can be blurry and how glasses help. Then, we'll learn all about eye exams with a visit to the eye doctor! All that, plus a brand new mystery sound! [Subscribe to Smarty Pass] (https://www.smartypass.org/)  for ad-free feeds, bonus episodes, and ticket discounts! Today’s episode is sponsored by:- [Indeed.com/brainson] (https://www.indeed.com/hire/audio-promotion-highimpact) - Receive a $75 sponsored job credit with code brainson- Help your kids learn to earn, save, spend wisely, and invest with Greenlight, the debit card and money app for teens. Visit  [Greenlight.com/inclined] (http://greenlight.com/inclined) [.] (http://greenlight.com/) ... Read more

03 Sep 2024

29 MINS

29:28

03 Sep 2024

#341

How do we name things in space? The quest to name a quasi-moon!

Have you ever wondered how things in space get their names? Us, too! In this week’s episode, Molly and co-host Cassie hear the story of a funky little moon with a very strange name. It all started when [Radiolab] (https://radiolab.org/podcast/zoozve) co-host Latif Nasser noticed something unusual on his son’s map of the solar system: a moon next to Venus called Zoozve. He’d never heard of Venus having a moon – and he’d definitely never heard of a moon named Zoozve. So, he called up his friend at NASA, and a wild space quest began! Plus, Latif will share how YOU can enter a contest to name one of Earth’s quasi-moons. And of course, a new mystery sound that we’re really mooning over! [See the quasi-moon’s orbit here!] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/(164207)_2004_GU9) Featured experts: [Radiolab] (https://radiolab.org/team/latif-nasser)  co-host and host and executive producer of  [Connected: The Hidden Science of Everything] (https://www.netflix.com/title/81031737) , Latif Nasser. Resources:Learn more about the Name a Quasi-Moon! contest at  [radiolab.org/moon] (https://woobox.com/wc2qxd)  — and submit your own idea! [Subscribe to Smarty Pass] (https://www.smartypass.org/)  for ad-free feeds, bonus episodes, and ticket discounts! Today’s episode is sponsored by:-  [Indeed.com/brainson] (https://www.indeed.com/hire/audio-promotion-highimpact)  - Receive a $75 sponsored job credit with code brainson- Greenlight - Help your kids learn to earn, save, spend wisely, and invest with Greenlight, the debit card and money app for teens. Visit Greenlight.com/inclined ... Read more

20 Aug 2024

36 MINS

36:47

20 Aug 2024