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Are we still evolving?
In this episode, we climb up, down and all around our evolutionary family tree. When did we branch off from our more ape-like ancestors? And will we …
7 years ago
Brains On: Behind the scenes
This is a special fundraising episode, where we peek behind the curtain of Brains On!
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7 years ago
Earthrise: The picture of our planet that changed the world
50 years ago NASA astronauts took a picture that changed the world. It was a full color photo of planet Earth as seen from space. This image inspired…
7 years, 2 months ago
Soil: Can you dig it?
We’re ready to get our hands dirty as we explore the stuff beneath our feet. Clay, sand, mud — soil is everywhere. And it’s alive! We’ll find out how…
7 years, 2 months ago
Voices: How do we make sound?
We are very vocal about this episode, and that’s because it’s all about voices. We look into how our bodies produce sound and talk to a voice recogni…
7 years, 2 months ago
Roller coasters: from dream to extreme
How do roller coaster designers go from dream to reality? World-renowned roller coaster designer Alan Schilke tells us how he does it. Also — why do …
7 years, 2 months ago
Finding your way without a map
If your GPS suddenly stopped working, would you still be able to find your way?
In this episode we'll teach you tricks and tips to navigate on your ow…
7 years, 3 months ago
Video Games: A Tale of Two Pongs
Introducing our brand new history show, Forever Ago! Join host Joy Dolo and kid co-host Kai on an epic quest through history to figure out how video …
7 years, 3 months ago
Body Bonanza: Yawns, hiccups, goosebumps and more!
Brains On listeners have LOTS of questions about the human body so we’ve decided to answer nine – count em NINE – of these questions in one go. The t…
7 years, 3 months ago
How to find the facts (Prove It: Part 4)
Today information is everywhere, but what should you trust? Can you spot the difference between well researched articles and stories full of opinion,…
7 years, 4 months ago