Podcast Episodes

Can stress be helpful?

We've all had to deal with stress. It can feel bad and overwhelming, but it’s actually really important. In this episode, we'll hear why our bodies evolved to deal with danger in this way and how it …

Published on 3 years, 4 months ago

Underwater volcanoes and lots of salt: A deep dive into the ocean

The ocean is huge and full of wonders, so it's no surprise our listeners have lots of question about it. In this episode we'll travel to the bottom of the ocean to find out what the ocean floor is ma…

Published on 3 years, 4 months ago

Why can't we remember when we were babies?

You've probably seen photos from your first birthday. Or maybe you heard about the time you got spaghetti sauce all over the walls when you were two. The grown ups around you remember these things, s…

Published on 3 years, 4 months ago

Million Bazillion: How do big video platforms make money?

We’re thrilled to share an episode from our pals at Million Bazillion. Take a peek at the fascinating world of online video makers and the role money plays.

A listener wants to know how the creators o…

Published on 3 years, 5 months ago

The Mosties!

Raise a curtain. Cue the lights. It’s the most most-tacular night. It’s The Mosties! The Brains Brains On favorites, Bob, Gungador, Elevator and HARVEY have all made it out to celebrate superlatives.…

Published on 3 years, 6 months ago

Forever Ago is back June 1!

We are so excited to share that our podcast, Forever Ago, is returning for a brand new season!

If you didn’t get a chance to hear the first season, Forever Ago is a history show for the whole family …

Published on 3 years, 7 months ago

Dreams: The science of a sleeping brain

You dream every night, even if you don't remember them. But why? We'll hop on a wild ride to go inside the brain and see which parts help create these often fantastical images and storylines. We'll a…

Published on 3 years, 7 months ago

Tongue twisters: Terribly terrific and truly tantalizing

Why is it so hard to say sentences like: she sells sea shells at the sea shore? This episode cracks the code of tongue twisters. Check out the role mouth shapes and vocal folds play in tongue twister…

Published on 3 years, 7 months ago

How does a caterpillar become a butterfly?

Caterpillars go through a striking transformation from a crawly, tube-like creature into a soaring, beautifully-winged butterfly. This process is called metamorphosis and it’s no wonder our listeners…

Published on 3 years, 7 months ago

What makes tiny tardigrades tick?

You can find micro-animals just about everywhere. They’re on your face and in your hair. They’re in puddles and in soil. One of the most famous of these microscopic creatures is the tardigrade.

This e…

Published on 3 years, 7 months ago