Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchHow Does a Zipper Work?
In today's episode, we're taking a close-up look at one of the simplest yet most brilliant inventions ever made... the zipper! Learn how rows of tiny…
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Why Do You Get Sunburns?
In today's episode, we find out what really happens when you get a sunburn. Why does it hurt and how does your body fix it? We explain how ultraviole…
8 months, 4 weeks ago
Why Does Food Go Bad?
In today's episode, we find out why food "goes bad" and what's really happening when milk sours, fruit turns brown, or bread grows mold. We explain h…
8 months, 4 weeks ago
Detective Curious: What Are Rhymes?
In today's episode, Detective Curious tries to crack The Case of the Rhymes! Everything he says in this place has to rhyme, and things get pretty cra…
9 months ago
How Do Cameras Take Pictures?
Have you ever wondered how pressing a button on a camera can freeze a moment in time? In this episode, we'll explore how cameras capture light, use l…
9 months ago
How Do Satellites Stay in Space?
In today's episode, we explore how satellites stay in space. We'll learn why satellites don't fall back to Earth and how rockets launch them into orb…
9 months ago
Why Do Earthquakes Happen?
In today's episode, we explore how earthquakes happen! You'll discover how energy builds up underground and why some parts of the world shake more th…
9 months ago
How Does Wi-Fi Work?
In today's episode, we're exploring the invisible world of Wi-Fi! How can information travel through the air to reach your phone, computer, or Yoto? …
9 months ago
What Are Fingerprints?
In today's episode, we're looking closely at the swirls and ridges on your fingertips! Why do we have them, how do they help us, and are they complet…
9 months ago
Why Are Some Teeth Pointy and Others Flat?
In today's episode, we're talking about teeth! Why are some sharp and pointy while others are flat and wide? We explain how each type of tooth has it…
9 months ago