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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 mystery sounds for you to guess, songs for you to dance to, and lots of facts -- all checked by experts. Sales and Distribution by Lemonada Media https://lemonadamedia.com/

Episodes

This Brains On! episode focuses on asthma, exploring its causes, symptoms, and treatment. The show features a conversation between the hosts and two young sisters who have asthma, interspersed with listener questions and an explanation from a pediatric pulmonologist. The pulmonologist details how inhalers work by rel...

How does coral communicate?

18 Feb 2025

35m

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This Brains On! episode explores coral reefs, focusing on how coral communicates. The co-hosts discuss coral's structure (polyps forming colonies and reefs), its symbiotic relationship with algae (providing color and nutrients), and recent research indicating coral communication through chemical signals and ultrasonic...

Why do we have crushes?

11 Feb 2025

33m

Smarty Pass Sneak Peek: Smarty Pass Deli

07 Feb 2025

Why does salt make food taste so good?

04 Feb 2025

28m

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This Brains On! episode explores the science of salt, its culinary uses, and its importance to human health. The show begins with a humorous skit, then delves into the chemical composition of salt (sodium chloride), explaining its role in taste perception and bodily functions. A food journalist guest discusses the im...

Why is Jupiter called Earth’s bodyguard?

28 Jan 2025

26m

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This Brains On! episode explores whether Jupiter acts as Earth's protector from asteroid impacts. The hosts discuss the theory that Jupiter's gravity pulls in or deflects space rocks, using the Shoemaker-Levy 9 comet impact as an example. However, they also present counterarguments suggesting Jupiter might inadverten...