Brains On! Science podcast for kids
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Brains On! Science podcast for kids
Brains On!® is a science podcast for curious kids and adults from Brains On Universe. 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 my...
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Totally Slothsome: All about sloths
There’s more to sloths than slowness. They’re great at saving energy, hanging upside down, and swimming! In this episode, Sloth Appreciation Society f...
Hoax Hunters: Can a lake turn animals to stone?
Have you ever heard of Lake Natron? It’s located in Tanzania, Africa, and, if you believe the internet, it can instantly petrify anything that touches...
Why do skunks stink?
Skunks can stink, no doubt about it. But that stink is actually a superpower! Join Molly and co-host Diya as they find out how these critters use thei...
Brains On presents - Rocket women: How a secret program paved the way for female astronauts
We're on a little winter break and we're gonna be back with a new Brains On episode next week. This week we have an episode of our Sister show foreve...
Brains On presents: Smash Boom Best - Hot Wheels vs Monster Trucks
We're on a little winter break here, but we're gonna be back with a new episode of Brains On January 6th. Until then, we have an episode of our siste...
Brains On is coming to a city near you!
The Brains On crew is hitting the road in 2026, and our first shows have just been announced. If you like fun, games, dancing, optical illusions and.....
How metal wires changed the world!
In our final look at metal, we explore how metal wires changed the world. Once humans figured out how to send little blasts of electricity through met...
How mastering metal saved lives
Humans have been fascinated by metal for thousands of years. But it took us a long time to master making things with metal. In this episode we go back...
How is metal made?
Metal is amazing. It can be super strong like a steel beam. Or super flexible, like a copper wire. Humans have been obsessed with metals of all kinds...
How does music get recorded and stored?
Most of us take listening to music or podcasts for granted. You can find them on your phone, in the car or just about anywhere you can imagine. But, h...
Do dogs know that they're dogs?
We treat dogs like they're part of the family. But do they know they are a different species, or do they think they're just short, four-legged people?...
Mystery Sounds from the natural world
Today’s episode is full of Mystery Sounds from around the world. Molly and co-host Rehema are joined by sonic explorer Thomas Rex Beverly, who travels...
Why are octopuses so smart?
Octopus, more like ROCK-topus! Because these creatures bring the excitement. They can shape shift to match their surroundings. They have three hearts...
Why do electric cars sound so unique?
You may have noticed that electric cars sound different from gas powered cars. The engine doesn’t rumble; instead, it might sound like a hum or even a...
Do fidget toys really help people focus?
Fidget toys are everywhere. There are ones you can squeeze, or click, or spin. Others are puzzles or have cool textures to touch. Some classrooms even...
We’re back! Brains On Universe has a new headquarters
We’re back! We’ve officially moved into our new headquarters! Come unpack with us and get a tour while we fill you in on some big news. Plus, new epis...
A big update about the Brains On Universe
We're moving the Brains On Universe Headquarters, and that means we have to stop putting out new episodes until we get settled. We know: not cool. But...
The life of a NASA astronaut
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How do weather stations predict the weather?
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Tree, Myself and I: All about our leafy green friends
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Body Bonanza: Bruises, scars and Band-Aids
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Smarty Pass Sneak Peek: Life is Poopiful
Oh no! An awful spell has put Ruby, Rosie, and Anna in a poopiful situation at Brains On HQ! It looks like the only way to save them is with a quick g...
Are birds dinosaurs?
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Trends: How do they start?
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Smarty Pass Sneak Peek: Molly’s Inconceivable Preposterous Skateboard
Oh no! Molly’s been bequeathed her great-great grandfather’s skateboard, which unfortunately contains the spirit of dictionary editor Rutherford Willi...
How does solar power work?
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What is asthma?
Asthma is a disease that can make it hard to breathe. And it’s common! One in twelve people in the United States have it, including host Molly Bloom....
How does coral communicate?
Coral is one of the coolest creatures in the ocean. It comes in all shapes, sizes and colors, from bright yellow stars to big round brains. Sometimes,...
Why do we have crushes?
When you've got a crush on someone, it can feel a bit overwhelming. All of a sudden, you might have butterflies in your stomach! And maybe you find yo...
Smarty Pass Sneak Peek: Smarty Pass Deli
Have you heard of Molly Bloom’s fantastic deli at Brains On HQ? It’s got the tastiest food in town! The only problem is that the delivery person, Rosi...
Why does salt make food taste so good?
Salt is made up of tiny crystals! Under a microscope, some salt crystals look like pyramids, staircases, or even snowflakes. But why do these salty li...
Why is Jupiter called Earth’s bodyguard?
Jupiter is the oldest planet in the solar system. It’s also the biggest. Some call it “Earth’s bodyguard” because it keeps asteroids and comets from h...
What is Down syndrome?
You may have heard of Down syndrome, but what is it exactly? In this episode, we'll break down the science of chromosomes and how having an extra one...
Understanding big fires and big feelings
Wildfires in Los Angeles County have burned homes, businesses, and schools. Many people have had to evacuate and there’s smoke and ash in the air. We...
Smarty Pass Sneak Peek: Myth Busting Extravaganza
Anna Goldfield is full of facts! She knows the capital of New Hampshire is Concord and that the Greek God of the Sea is Poseidon! But does she know en...
How is paper made?
Paper is all around us. There’s toilet paper and pizza boxes, wrapping paper, and receipts. Most of the paper in the U.S. is made from trees, but it c...
Whirr. Zoom! Plink plink. It’s a Mystery Sound extravaganza
Bzzz. Shloop! Bang Bang. Wooooosh! It’s time for another Mystery Sound Extravaganza.
Join Molly and co-host Violet as they figure out wha...
Is it true? Vikings, dogs, and twins edition
Listeners send us LOTS of questions. Like hundreds a month! We read every single one — and we love all of them! Every now and then, we get a special k...
Are whales communicating with their clicks and songs?
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 in...
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...