Podcast Episodes
Back to Search103. Can a Tomato Be Cube-Shaped?
Season 8 Episode 103
Can a tomato really be cube-shaped? Mrs. Cindy uses this surprising question to explain how plant traits change over time and how humans influence th…
5 months, 1 week ago
102. What Animal Can Punch Like a Superhero?
Season 8 Episode 102
Did you know there's a tiny ocean creature with a punch so powerful, it creates underwater shockwaves? Discover the fascinating mantis shrimp and oth…
5 months, 2 weeks ago
101. Why Do Some Animals Seem So Smart?
Season 8 Episode 101
Do some animals really seem smart… or are we just imagining it? In this episode, discover the difference between instinct and intelligence, explore h…
6 months ago
100. What Was the First Thing Ever Seen Through a Telescope?
Season 8 Episode 100
What did Galileo first see through a telescope in the 1600's? Listen and find out!
In the companion video class for members, 1st-8th graders will lea…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
99. Why Did People Travel with Animals Long Ago?
Season 8 Episode 99
What if your Christmas trip meant riding a camel through the desert or a horse-drawn sleigh through the snow? Find out how animals helped people trav…
7 months, 1 week ago
98. Why Is There an Orange in My Stocking?!
Season 8 Episode 98
This holiday episode unwraps the surprising history behind oranges in Christmas stockings. Join Mrs. Cindy as she blends seasonal science with a litt…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
97. What's Making Noise Outside at Night?
Season 8 Episode 97
Which animals are still stirring at night during the autumn season? The entire family can listen to this episode to find out!
In the companion video …
8 months ago
96. Can Snow Make Sound Disappear?
Season 8 Episode 96
Can snow really make the world quieter? Discover the science behind nature's winter hush in this frosty episode!
Explore the science of frost and dis…
8 months, 2 weeks ago
95. Why Do Some Animals Slither?
Season 8 Episode 95
How do animals move without legs? In this short and slithery episode, Mrs. Cindy uncovers the science behind how snakes use muscles, scales, and clev…
9 months ago
94. Why Do Some Plants Grow Giant Fruits?
Season 8 Episode 94
Have you ever seen a pumpkin so big it needed a forklift? In this episode, we'll discover why some fruits grow to amazing sizes while others stay sma…
9 months, 2 weeks ago