Episodes

2d ago

Get ready for another BIG and BRILLIANT journey into science on this week’s Science Weekly! We’re uncovering the amazing science that gets planes off the ground and diving deep into the ocean to explore one of the most extreme environments on Earth. In Science in the News, we investigate whether a volcanic eruption helped trigger the Black Death, take a closer look at a mysterious earthquake in England, and meet Jonathan Growcott from Exeter University to discover the powerful science behind a lion’s mighty roar. We also answer your questions... Patrice wants to know what the oldest living thing on Earth is, and Demetrios Venetsanos from Imperial College London explains exactly how planes work. Dangerous Dan is back with another strange and surprising creature, the cinnabar rock. And in Battle of the Sciences, Dr. Ben Moat takes us out to sea to explore the hidden world beneath the ocean’s surface. Plus, Marina Ventura returns with another Ocean Adventure, revealing how oceans benefit humans and help keep our planet alive. This week, we learn about: How planes are able to fly What causes earthquakes and deadly volcanic effects Why a lion’s roar is so powerful The mysteries of the deep ocean How oceans help humans survive All that and more on this week’s Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5d ago

This Week’s Big Questions! You’ve been sending in your questions, and this week… 🛗 Caroline wants to know: How do elevators work? 🌍 Astrid is wondering: If we left Earth, where would we go? 👵 Ella asks: Why does our hair turn grey? 🐦 Marley wants to know: Why can’t some birds fly? 💧 Marcus is curious: Where does water come from? And ahead of the big day, we pay Santamory a visit to learn about the science of Christmas. This week, we're learning about Santa's sleigh... He gets to every house around the world in one night - but how does he do it and how do aerodynamics help and hinder the sleigh? Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 13

Get ready for another action-packed adventure into the world of science on this week’s Science Weekly. We’re travelling back to the dawn of time to uncover how Earth was created and meeting some of the planet’s oldest and most extraordinary residents. In Science in the News, we explore why UK woodlands are facing a huge crisis, discover the shocking behaviour of rats in Germany, and hear from Connor Bamford from the British Antarctic Survey about what’s been happening to elephant seals in the South Atlantic. Then it’s time for your questions. EJC wants to know how hydrochloric acid cleans pennies , and Joe Williams from Exeter University explains exactly how Earth formed in the first place . Dangerous Dan is back with a creature straight out of a horror movie: The Zombie Snail Parasite. And in Battle of the Sciences, May Chemais from the Ancient Tree Inventory joins us to reveal why ancient trees are some of the greatest survivors on Earth. Plus, K-Mistry and Kareena dive deep into the oceans to uncover how they absorb CO2, why they’re at risk from climate change, and what we can do to help. This week, we learn about: • How Earth was created • Why UK woodlands are in trouble • The surprising hunting skills of German rats • What’s happening to elephant seals in the South Atlantic • The terrifying zombie snail parasite All that and more on this week’s Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 10

This Week’s Big Questions! You’ve been sending in your brilliantly curious questions, and this week… 🩸 Alex wants to know: What makes blood cells? 🌌 Imogen is wondering: What would happen to a human in space? 🎢 Jack asks: How do rollercoasters get so much speed at the start? 👀 Aaron wants to know: How do eyes work? 💤 Atlas is curious: Why can’t we remember our dreams? Plus, join Principal Pulsar and his class! The Moon is covered in craters but how come the Earth isn’t? Well maybe it is, Professor Pulsar explains all! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 6

Get ready for another BIG and BRILLIANT journey into the world of science on this week’s Science Weekly! We’re asking a huge question… we talk about science every week, but what actually is it? In Science in the News, researchers reveal that cats were domesticated much earlier than anyone thought, lightning has been spotted on Mars for the very first time, and Allowen Evin joins Dan to dig up a MASSIVE discovery about how dogs first transformed from wolves into the pets we know today! Then it’s time for your questions! William wants to know the difference between the flu and the common cold, and Dr Sarah Casewell breaks down what science really is. Dangerous Dan is back with one of the fiercest ancient predators ever — the smilodon, the gigantic sabre-toothed cat with jaws you definitely wouldn’t want to meet. And in Battle of the Sciences, we’re joined by science royalty… astronaut Tim Peake! He reveals what life is really like when you’re floating hundreds of kilometres above Earth. Plus, in Marvellous Missions, we blast off through a wormhole to Deep Space High as Principal Pulsar and the class head to the International Space Station for an out-of-this-world lesson. This week, we learn about: – How and when cats were first domesticated – The first lightning ever seen on Mars – How ancient wolves became modern dogs – What separates the flu from a common cold – What it’s really like to live in space with Tim Peake All that and more on this week’s Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 3

This Week’s Big Questions! You’ve been sending in your brilliantly curious questions, and this week… 🚂 Aleena wants to know: Why are steam trains so slow? ☄️Dylan is wondering: How fast was the meteor that killed the dinosaurs? 🛁 Alfie asks: Why do our fingers go wrinkly in the bath? 🐝 Simon wants to know: Why is there no king bee? 🪨 Owen is curious: What is the hardest type of rock? 🌈 Cherry asks: How are rainbows made? And we travel back to the Jurassic period, which existed between 144 and 180 million years ago. It was a time when plant life began to flourish as the newly formed oceans brought rain to many parts of the world that had previously been nothing more than dry deserts. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 29

Get ready for another mind-stretching journey on this week’s Science Weekly as we dive into the weirdest, wildest, and most wonderful corners of science! In Science in the News, China’s youngest astronaut has just launched into space, a teenager has built a working robot hand entirely out of Lego, and Neeltje Boogert from Exeter University explains how her team discovered the trick to keeping seagulls away from your snacks at the beach. Then it is over to your questions as Joe Williams answers Jessie’s big one: what actually happens if you go into a black hole? And one listener wants to know the softest metal on Earth. Dangerous Dan is back, and this week he is taking on one of the toughest animals on the planet: the honey badger. In Battle of the Sciences, Alex Dryden dives into AI and economics to discover how computer brains help us make money decisions and understand the world. Plus, Deep Space High returns in Galaxy Gala, where Mrs Higgs and her class are preparing a cosmic project that is missing one tiny thing… a black hole. This week, we learn about: • What happens inside a black hole • How robots could change future jobs • The trick to stopping seagulls from stealing food • The world’s softest metal • The surprisingly fierce honey badger • How AI helps explain money and decision making All that and more on this week’s Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 26

This Week’s Big Questions! You’ve been sending in your brilliantly curious questions, and this week… 🐱 Toby wants to know: Do cats have the same bones as humans? ⚡ Max is wondering: How do lightning and thunder form? 😴 Leo asks: Why do we rub our eyes when we’re tired? 🤓 Beth wants to know: Why do glasses make funny noises? 🧭 Octavia is curious: How does a compass work? 🧂 Andrew asks: Why does salt kill slugs? And jump through a worm hole to Deep Space High, your local inter-galactic school in space. This time the class learn about dark matter in space! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 22

Get ready for another big and brilliant dive into the world of science on this week’s Science Weekly! We’re exploring the incredible science of the human heart, uncovering how it pumps, why it’s so powerful, and the secrets hidden in every beat. In Science in the News, one of the UK’s most critically endangered mammals might be making a comeback, Jeff Bezos’ space mission has taken a major step forward, and Abi Crane from the University of Southampton joins Dan to reveal details of a newly discovered T. rex species. Then it’s time for your questions. Mathew wants to know how allergies work, and James Clark from King’s College London explains exactly why we have a heart. Dangerous Dan returns with a tiny but terrifying creature, the blue ant, one of the most dangerous insects on Earth. And in Battle of the Sciences, TED Talk speaker Chip Colwell steps up to argue why museology, the science of museums, deserves the crown. Plus, Professor Hallux is on a mission to build a better heart, but can he improve on one of nature’s most impressive machines? This week, we learn about: – How the human heart works – Why allergies happen – A brand new species of T. rex – The mysterious and deadly blue ant – How museums help us understand history and science All that and more on this week’s Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 19

This week’s big questions! You’ve been sending in your curious questions, and this week… 🤤 Beau wants to know why your tummy rumbles. ❤️ Mia is wondering how your heart pumps blood around your body. 🌟 Mustafa asks: what’s the biggest Sun we know of? 🚀 Lily is curious about why rockets break apart when they escape the Earth's atmosphere! Plus, join Principal Pulsar and his class, in this episode the gang find out what sort of jobs you can get in space if you love science! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 15

Get ready for another BIG and BRILLIANT adventure into the wonders of science on this week’s Science Weekly! This episode plunges us deep beneath the waves as we uncover how dolphins and other ocean animals manage to hold their breath for astonishing lengths of time. Then, we shift from sea to psychology as Battle of the Sciences takes us inside the human mind to explore how thoughts, feelings, and behaviours can shape our physical health. In Science in the News, Australian tropical rainforests have shocked scientists by releasing more carbon than they absorb. We’re also heading to Wales, where plans for a ground-breaking nuclear power station are underway. And Barny Reed from the RSPCA joins Dan to explain how the UK is moving toward more humane animal testing. Then it’s over to your questions! Misha wants to know how braces work, and Alison Wood from Whale and Dolphin Conservation reveals how dolphins hold their breath for so long. Dangerous Dan returns with the grolar bear, a rare hybrid of a grizzly and a polar bear. And in Battle of the Sciences, Mark McDermott champions health psychology, showing how the way we think and feel can affect our bodies. Plus, Marina Ventura dives back in with another Ocean Adventure, exploring how oceans help humans survive and thrive. This week, we learn about: – How dolphins stay underwater for so long – Why some rainforests are releasing carbon – How braces straighten teeth – What makes the grolar bear so unusual – How psychology affects your health All that and more on this week’s Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 12

This week’s big questions! You’ve been sending in your curious questions, and this week… 🥶 Remi wants to know why we shiver when we’re cold. 😮‍💨 Beth is wondering why we wheeze. 🌳 Luke is curious about how deep tree roots go. 🌱 Dusty wants to know how a seed grows into a tree. ☁️ And Charlotte’s asking how clouds stay in the sky. Plus, we're going back in time to explore the Jurassic Period! With the supercontinent Pangaea continuing to separate, more and more big watery lagoons were forming, and along with the new oceans, were teeming with life – from the tiny to the monstrous! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 8

Get ready for another jam-packed episode of Fun Kids Science Weekly — where we answer your biggest questions, explore the latest discoveries, and travel to the farthest corners of the universe! This week, we’re looking up at the sky to discover why it’s blue, uncovering a brand-new glowing shark in the deep ocean, and joining a mission to find a planet just like Earth! In Science in the News, Prince William reveals the five winners of the Earthshot Prize — celebrating the world’s best ideas for protecting our planet. Then, scientists uncover evidence that the first humans may have been inventors, and Dr. Will White from CSIRO introduces us to a dazzling new deep-sea species — a glowing shark that lights up the darkness! We’ll also be tackling your questions: Marcus wants to know why the sky is blue, and meteorologist Kirsty McCabe has the brilliant explanation. Plus, Dangerous Dan introduces us to one electrifying creature — the Electric Ray ⚡ And in Battle of the Sciences, astronomer Annelies Mortier takes us on a journey through space in the hunt for another world that could be just like ours. What do we learn about? · Why the sky is blue · The new glowing shark discovered in the deep sea · The earliest human inventors · The Electric Ray · And in Battle of the Sciences... the search for another Earth! All on this week’s Fun Kids Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 5

This week’s big questions! You’ve been sending in your curious questions, and this week… 💧 Jonah wants to know why we sweat. 🤧 Raphael is wondering why we close our eyes when we sneeze. 🐸 Robbie is curious about why frogs croak. 🌕 Arla wonders why the Moon is called the Moon. ⛽ And Rhian wants to find out how fuel moves cars. Plus, join Principal Pulsar and his class as they learn all about all about lighting storms! Did you know that Jupiter gets huge storms and GIANT lightning? Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 1

Get ready to blast off into another episode of Fun Kids Science Weekly — packed with space tech, creepy creatures, and the biggest mysteries of the planet! This week, we’re tackling YOUR science questions, discovering the future of rocket power, and diving into some of the strangest science stories making headlines. In Science in the News, an endangered spider makes an unexpected comeback, and scientists are scratching their heads after the waters of the North Pacific recorded their warmest summer ever — but no one knows why! Plus, Dr Luke Tilley from the Royal Entomological Society joins Dan to explain how the European praying mantis has suddenly turned up in Cornwall. We’ll also be answering some of your big questions — Judy wants to know what’s the longest you can go without sleep, and mathematician Thomas Woolley settles one of the greatest science debates ever: are there more grains of sand or drops of water on Earth? Dangerous Dan is back too, and this time he’s uncovering one of the most explosive substances ever discovered — azidoazide azide! And in Battle of the Sciences, Dan is joined by Aaron Knoll from Imperial College London to explore plasma propulsion — the rocket technology that could take us further into space than ever before. What do we learn about? • The European praying mantis spotted in Cornwall • Why the North Pacific Ocean had its warmest summer on record • The future of space travel using plasma propulsion • The science behind grains of sand and drops of water • The dangerously powerful Azidoazide Azide All this and more on this week’s Fun Kids Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 29

This week’s big questions! You’ve been sending in your curious questions, and this week… ✨ Anetha wants to know why we can’t feel our bodies grow. 🧴 Kiara asks what makes up our skin. 🦖 Kaleb takes us back in time to find out if there was a dinosaur that could fly. 🪞 Nathaniel is curious about why we have eyebrows. ⚗️ And Sedar wants to know what chemicals are made of! Plus, join Principal Pulsar and his class as they take a look through telescopes on Earth — and explore the incredible view of space! 🌌 Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 24

Get ready for another amazing journey through the world of science with Dan on the Fun Kids Science Weekly! This week, we’re answering your burning questions, digging into the science that shapes our planet, and uncovering some seriously strange discoveries from around the world. In Science in the News, we learn why scientists in the UK are trying to turn part of a desert in Northern India green, mosquitoes have been spotted in Iceland for the very first time, and Dan explores the Nobel Prize-winning chemistry discovery that’s being compared to a real-life version of Harry Potter’s enchanted bag! We’ll also be tackling your questions — 'PodcastGuy14' (not his real name) wants to know why some ticks have Lyme disease, and Ben Rowson from Museum Wales reveals the incredible science behind how snails make their shells! Then, Dangerous Dan is back with a creature that’ll make you squirm — the African eye worm! And in Battle of the Sciences, Dan travels back in time with archaeologist Lucy Shipley to uncover how the secrets of the past are being brought to light. Plus, in Kitchen Chemistry, we discover the secret behind non-stick frying pans — and what makes Teflon so special! What do we learn about? · Snail shells, Lyme disease, and creepy crawlies · Deserts turning green and mosquitoes in icy places · Magical chemistry, ancient archaeology, and the African eye worm All that and more on this week’s Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 22

You’ve been sending in your questions, and this week… Leo asks how magnetic fields are created, Elijah wants to know why Egyptian mummies don't rot, Audrey's asking who has sharper teeth... crocodiles or sharks? And Daniel's been wondering if our Sun will ever explode! And Professor Pulsar teaches Sam all about the structure of our planet and finds out that the earth’s crust is not made up from jam or cats! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 18

Get ready for another deep dive into the wild, weird, and wonderful world of science on this week’s Fun Kids Science Weekly! This week, we’re answering your burning science questions, uncovering mind-blowing discoveries, and exploring how sharks became the ocean’s ultimate predators. In Science in the News, we discover how stress can actually make your nose colder, celebrate the green turtle’s comeback from the brink of extinction, and meet Dr. Fred Jordan, whose team is creating mini human brains to help power the computers of the future. Then we dive into your questions: Kubi wants to know how chameleons change colour, and David Chappell explains the science behind echoes — those mysterious sounds that bounce right back at you! Dangerous Dan is back too, and this week he’s introducing us to the Blue-tailed skink, a small but speedy reptile with some seriously cool defences. And in Battle of the Sciences, Dan takes a trip beneath the waves with megalodon expert Jack Cooper, who reveals how sharks evolved into the world’s most efficient predators. What do we learn about? · How stress makes your nose colder · The green turtle’s rescue from extinction · Mini human brains that could power computers · How chameleons change colour · What causes echoes · The blue-tailed skink lizard · And the mighty shark, nature’s ultimate ocean hunter! All that and more on this week’s Fun Kids Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 15

You’ve been sending in your questions, and this week… Arun wants to know how fast you need to go to burn up, Rory asks what white blood cells are made of, Luella asks why vampire bats drink blood , and Ben is fascinated about acid rain! And Professor Pulsar and Sam are exploring Earth and are finding out what radioactive dating is and how it can help us. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 11

Get ready for another adventure through space, nature, and the strangest corners of science on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! This week, we’re answering YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to decide which science is the best, and uncovering the surprising reason we have nails — and why they’re much more important than you might think! In Science in the News, we’re diving into some earth-shaking discoveries! The world’s brightest minds have been honoured with this year’s Nobel Prize in Chemistry, celebrating breakthroughs that could change our future forever. Then, we look to the skies where renewable energy has officially overtaken coal as the world’s biggest power source, and travel thousands of years back in time with Professor Peter Bellwood, who reveals the world’s earliest evidence of mummification and what it tells us about ancient civilizations. Then we dive into your questions: Evie wants to know why we have nails, and evolutionary biologist Greg Hurst is here to reveal the clever science behind them. Dangerous Dan is back too, with another wild and deadly creature that’ll have you watching your step! And in Battle of the Sciences, Nathalie Vriend joins Dan to explore the fascinating world of granular flows, revealing how sand dunes “talk” to each other and how avalanches made of sand can transform entire landscapes. What do we learn about? · Why we have nails · The winners of this year’s Nobel Prize in Chemistry · How renewables are beating coal · The world’s earliest evidence of mummification · A deadly new creature in Dangerous Dan · And in Battle of the Sciences... how sand dunes “talk” to one another! All on this week’s episode of Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 8

You’ve been sending in your questions, and this week… Zimbobi wants to know why Pluto is no longer a planet, Alfie is curious about why we get brain freeze, Zara wonders if the ocean gets warmer as you go closer to the Earth’s core, and Charlie is fascinated by why whales sometimes explode after they die! And Amy’s exploring all kinds of planes and how they work. She explains what composites are and how engineers make planes super light yet incredibly strong! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 4

Get ready for another adventure through space, nature, and the strangest corners of science on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! This week, we’re answering YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to decide which science is the best, and uncovering why plastic is such a big problem for our planet- plus what we can all do to help. In Science in the News, scientists in China have made a jaw-dropping discovery: a human skull thought to be 1 million years old! Then we take to the skies as the falcon is crowned New Zealand’s Bird of the Year. And finally, Dan is joined by Mélissa Berthet to explore how AI could help us decode the mysterious language of animals. We’ll also be diving into your questions: Avi wants to know why the time is different in other countries, and Stephen Clark from recycling charity Loop explains the hidden dangers of plastic. Dangerous Dan is back and this week, we're taking a look at the Blunt-Toothed Giant Hutia, a creature as strange as its name. And in Battle of the Sciences, Mathew Sparks makes the case for entomology, revealing the amazing ant that actually uses its head as a door! What do we learn about? · Why plastic is bad for the planet · The discovery of a 1-million-year-old skull in China · How the falcon won Bird of the Year in New Zealand · How AI is helping decode animal speech · The Blunt-Toothed Giant Hutia · And in Battle of the Sciences... the ant that uses its head as a door! All on this week’s episode of Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 1

Welcome to Fun Kids Science Weekly – Reach for the Sky Special! In today’s podcast, we’re in Bristol, exploring Aerospace Bristol and finding all about this city’s amazing aviation history - you can hear all about a plane that went faster than the speed of sound, and how planes manage to stay in the air! And Amy's in Hull finding out about Amy Johnson, the world’s most famous woman pilot! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 27

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to decide which science is the best, and this week we’re diving into the science of why some spots on our body make us laugh until we squirm — the mystery of ticklishness revealed! First up in Science in the News, NASA prepares to send astronauts on a 10-day trip around the Moon next year — an epic journey into deep space! Then, we chase down Emile the Elk, who’s been roaming across Europe all summer before finally being caught. And finally, Dan is joined by Ed Turner from the National Space Centre to explore the Orionids meteor shower — a dazzling cosmic light show set to brighten up the skies all through October. Then, we answer your questions! Leo wants to know why we get headaches, and neuroscientist Sophie Scott explains why certain spots on our bodies are extra ticklish. In Dangerous Dan, we’re meeting one of the deadliest scorpions on the planet: the Indian Red Scorpion. And in Battle of the Sciences, Exmoor National Park Ranger Charlotte Wray lifts the lid on the wild world of park rangers — and reveals what it really takes to protect one of Britain’s most stunning landscapes. What do we learn about? · Why certain spots on our body are ticklish · NASA’s plan to send astronauts on a 10-day lunar journey · How Emile the Elk became Europe’s most famous runaway · The cosmic wonder of the Orionids meteor shower · The deadly Indian Red Scorpion · And in Battle of the Sciences... the wild world of park rangers! All on this week’s episode of Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 24

Welcome to Fun Kids Science Weekly – Reach for the Sky Special! This week, we’re taking off into the world of aviation - with your questions as our flight plan! From how airplanes stay in the sky, to flying hotels, to what the future of flight might look like, we’ll be answering everything you’ve been curious about. Buckle up and get ready to soar through the science of flight! Plus Amy tells us all about Concorde, the world famous aircraft made in Bristol. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 20

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and this week we’re on the hunt for the most dangerous food in the world! First up in Science in the News, we blast into the future with a story about AI that could one day run on the same energy that powers the sun! Then, we dive under the waves to discover how a tropical sea slug has turned up in UK waters, showing how warmer seas are changing ocean life. And finally, we step into the world of creepy crawlies as Dr Joana Meier from Cambridge University uncovers the mystery of nature’s dancing spiders! Then, we answer your questions! Anthony wants to know why copper wire glows when it gets hot, and biologist Elaine Holmes reveals what the most dangerous food in the world really is. In Dangerous Dan, we’re learning all about the venomous Brazilian yellow scorpion. And in Battle of the Sciences, Aaron Whitnall from The Big Cat Sanctuary joins Dan to share what it really takes to become a zookeeper working with lions. What do we learn about? · How AI could one day use the sun’s energy to power the world · Why tropical sea slugs are showing up in the UK · The mystery of dancing spiders · What the most dangerous food in the world is · The deadly Brazilian yellow scorpion · And in Battle of the Sciences... the amazing world of big cats! All on this week’s episode of Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 17

Welcome to Fun Kids Science Weekly – Reach for the Sky Special! This week, we’re blasting off into the world of VTOLs — that stands for Vertical Take-Off and Landing ! These incredible aircraft can soar straight up into the air like a helicopter, then fly forward like a plane. From flying taxis to futuristic rescue vehicles, discover how VTOLs work, the science behind their powerful engines, and how they could change the way we travel in the future! And Amy and Zac take flight with VTOLs as they explore how sky-cabs could transform travel around cities and reveal the cool technology powering these futuristic machines. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 13

It’s time for another mind-bending adventure on the Fun Kids Science Weekly! In this episode, we answer YOUR questions, discover why laughter is contagious, and dive into the strange world of quantum tunnelling. First up in Science in the News, unusual rocks discovered on Mars could be evidence that life once existed on the Red Planet, scientists have developed a superfood to keep honey bees buzzing, and Jeremy Lockwood from the Natural History Museum joins us to reveal a brand-new dinosaur discovered on the Isle of Wight. Betsy wants to know how long it would take to walk to the Moon, and comedian and neuroscientist Dean Burnett explains why everything seems funnier when we’re surrounded by people who are laughing. In Dangerous Dan, we uncover the terrifying power of fluoroantimonic acid — one of the most dangerous substances on Earth. And in Battle of the Sciences, we explore quantum physics, discovering the bizarre phenomenon of quantum tunnelling, where particles slip through barriers that should be impossible, and learning how this strange science powers our modern world. What do we learn about? · The unusual Martian rocks that could show life once existed · A superfood designed to protect honey bees · A brand-new dinosaur discovered on the Isle of Wight · Why laughter is contagious · The terrifying fluoroantimonic acid · And in Battle of the Sciences… the mystery of quantum tunnelling All on this week’s episode of Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 10

Welcome to Fun Kids Science Weekly – Reach for the Sky Special! Ever wondered how airplanes stay safe in the sky? In this episode, we meet a real-life air traffic controller — the person responsible for guiding planes through take-off, landing, and everything in between! From busy control towers to high-tech radar screens, discover the secrets of how air traffic control works and what it takes to keep the skies safe and organized. And Amy and Zac zoom into the buzzing world of drones. They discover drones are used everywhere - from farming to filming, rescue missions to delivering food, and explore what the future of drones could look like. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 6

It’s time for another trip through the solar system and beyond on the Fun Kids Science Weekly! In this episode, we answer YOUR questions, meet a prehistoric-looking reptile in Dangerous Dan, and uncover the science behind invasion biology. In Science in the News, SpaceX has pulled off a nail-biting test flight that could change the future of space travel, researchers in India have uncovered a fossil that looks like it came straight from the age of the dinosaurs, and Ian White joins us to celebrate a conservation first — the arrival of baby dormice in Bragate Park! Etta wants to know how our bodies digest large amounts of food, while Ed Turner from the National Space Centre helps us solve the mystery of Uranus: if it’s so far from the Sun… why is it hot? In Dangerous Dan, we discover the Tuatara — a fascinating creature that looks like a dinosaur and hides some amazing secrets. And in Battle of the Sciences, Dan is joined by Tim Blackburn from UCL to explore invasion biology and find out what happens when species spread into new environments. What do we learn about? · A dramatic new SpaceX test flight · A dinosaur-like fossil unearthed in India · Why Uranus is hot, even though it’s far from the Sun · The incredible Tuatara and its prehistoric past · And in Battle of the Sciences… the science of invasion biology All on this week’s episode of Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 3

Welcome to Fun Kids Science Weekly – Reach for the Sky Special! Ever wondered how airplanes are built? In this episode, we meet a former Airbus Chief Engineer — the person who helps design and create real-life planes! From giant wings to super-strong engines, discover the secrets of how airplanes are made and what it takes to make them fly. And Amy takes flight into the wonderful world of wings – and how engineers are using new technology as well as learning from our feathered and fishy friends to innovate designs! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 30

It’s time for another adventure into the world of science on the Fun Kids Science Weekly! In this episode, we answer YOUR questions, dive into the science of recycling, and explore the most advanced computer in the world. First up, we learn about how Coral Reefs in Australia have suffered their worst bleaching on record, then discover about the most advanced computer in the world launched in Oxford. Finally Nina Jones from Kent Wildlife Trust joins Dan to unpack why our unusually hot summer is causing migrating birds to arrive too early. Next, it's time for your questions... Marley wants to know why do you wake up when you die in your dream, and Dr Francisco Diego from University College London answers Atlas’ question: ‘Is there an end to the universe’ In Dangerous Dan, we meet a new exotic and dangerous creature, revealing the secrets of its deadly abilities. In Battle of the Sciences, we dive into science behind recycling with the team behind the Talking Rubbish podcast. What do we learn about? · Coral reefs in Australia suffering their worst bleaching on record · The world's most advanced computer in Oxford · How hot weather is causing birds to arrive too early · The end of the universe · And in Battle of the Sciences… the science behind recycling All on this week’s episode of Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 27

Welcome to Fun Kids Science Weekly – Reach for the Sky Special! In this episode, we meet Rolls Royce. Now, you might have seen some amazing Rolls-Royce cars around and about… but Rolls-Royce isn’t just a car brand… it’s also a world leader in making mega-powerful engines for airplanes, ships and even space projects! And Amy and Zac swoop through a super-smart airport, exploring how artificial intelligence is helping everything run more smoothly… from baggage to boarding, helping keep flights safe and passengers happy. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 23

It’s time for another journey through the weirdest, wildest, and most wonderful parts of science on the Fun Kids Science Weekly! In this episode, we answer YOUR questions, crown a new champion in Battle of the Sciences, and uncover the amazing science hiding in animal patterns. First up, we discover that a meteorite which landed in the USA is actually older than planet Earth itself! Then, we sink our teeth into a new study showing that dinosaurs were surprisingly fussy eaters, before heading to Patagonia with Professor Neill Gasser to learn why the Perito Moreno Glacier is changing so rapidly. Next, it's time for your questions...Maddie wants to know how far space goes, and Dr László Tálas reveals why tigers are covered in so many stripes! In Dangerous Dan, we meet the Scolopendra catapora centipede — a venomous, lightning-fast creepy-crawly you definitely wouldn’t want to meet in the wild. And in Battle of the Sciences, Professor Cock van Oosterhout makes the case for Evolutionary Genetics, revealing the science behind what makes you… YOU! Plus, the Aquanauts uncover why fresh water is so rare on Earth and the ingenious ways scientists are finding new sources to keep our planet hydrated. What do we learn about? · How a meteorite can be older than planet Earth · Why dinosaurs were picky eaters · The secrets behind tiger stripes · The venomous Scolopendra catapora centipede · And in Battle of the Sciences… how Evolutionary Genetics shapes every one of us! All on this week’s episode of Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 19

Welcome to Fun Kids Science Weekly – Reach for the Sky Special! In this episode, we’re meeting some of the team at East Midlands Airport to meet some of the brilliant people who help keep it all running smoothly. Airports aren’t just about planes and passengers, they’re buzzing with different jobs and exciting roles... And Amy and Zac explore the world of airport jobs - from air marshalls and firefighters to baggage handlers and bird scarers, and discover a variety of roles needed to keep passengers safe and planes on time. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 16

It’s time for another adventure into the world of science on the Fun Kids Science Weekly! In this episode, we answer YOUR questions, dive into the science of sports, and explore how microscopes let us see the tiniest details of our world. First up, we learn about the largest loss of coral on the Barrier Reef since records began, then discover how a farmer is using YouTube to save his farm. Finally, Professor of Computer Vision Dima Damen joins Dan to unpack the specs of the UK’s new supercomputer, currently ranked as the 9th most powerful in the world. Next, it's time for your questions... Hannah wants to know how scientists come up with names for plants, and Ben Goult from Liverpool University answers Harry’s question: ‘How do microscopes work?’ In Dangerous Dan, we meet a new exotic and dangerous creature, revealing the secrets of its deadly abilities. In Battle of the Sciences, we dive into sports and exercise physiology, exploring how professional footballers like Cristiano Ronaldo stay in top condition and the science behind their incredible fitness. Plus, in the Learn Series, we discover ways to keep our hearts and lungs healthy, including the foods to eat, the importance of exercise, and the warning signs to watch out for. What do we learn about? · The biggest coral loss on the Barrier Reef · How a farmer is saving his farm with YouTube · The UK’s new supercomputer and its incredible power · How microscopes let us see the tiniest details · And in Battle of the Sciences… the science behind professional athletes’ fitness All on this week’s episode of Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 13

Welcome to Fun Kids Science Weekly – Reach for the Sky Special! In this episode, we meet British Airways. An iconic British company - chances you’ve seen their livery on planes at all the big British airports and maybe travelled on one yourself – but what do you know about them? Let's find out! And Amy and Zac explore what the passenger experience and what it might be like in the future - from smart lighting to self-cleaning seats and AI assistants who know your snack preferences! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 9

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and this week we're learning all about why planets are round-shaped! First up, we investigate NASA's plan to put a nuclear reactor on the Moon by 2030 — a huge step toward powering future lunar bases! Then, we’ll explore a volcano that erupted for the first time in over 500 years, shaking things up in a way no one’s seen for centuries. And finally, Dan is joined by evolutionary scientist Angus Davinson, who explains the mission underway to save snails threatened by their beauty. Then, we answer your questions! Barney wants to know: how Carbon is made, and reserve astronaut Meganne Christian answers Sean's ' Why do astronauts need space food? ' In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Spider-tailed horned viper And in Battle of the Sciences, Neil Raath from the University of Warwick reveals how Sustainable Materials and Manufacturing could be key to saving our planet! What do we learn about? · What NASA is planning to build on the Moon · How Carbon is made · Why planets are round-shaped · The deadly Spider-tailed horned viper · And in Battle of the Sciences... how to help save our planet! All on this week's episode of Science Weekly ! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 6

Welcome to Fun Kids Science Weekly – Reach for the Sky Special! We're diving into the future of flight – from cool plane designs and greener skies to the people who keep everything running smoothly. Plus, find out how your luggage gets where it’s going and uncover the secret world of airborne cargo! And Amy and Zac lift the curtain on the world of air freight. From frozen prawns and phone screens to life-saving medicines, they explore the fast-moving world of cargo flights – and just how much of it never sees a passenger! With thanks to our friends at East Midlands Airport for exclusive behind the scenes access in this episode. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 2

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and this week we're learning what would happen if the Sun disappeared! We start with Science in the News ... First up, we dissect Michele Dougherty appointment as the new Astronomer Royal — the first woman ever to hold the role. Then, we look at a new satellite launched to help scientists keep a closer eye on Earth’s changing climate. And finally, Dan speaks to James Horsey from the British Pest Control Association to find out why wasps are making a strong comeback this summer after several quiet years. Then, we answer your questions! Etta wants to know: what would happen if the Sun disappeared, and reserve astronaut Meganne Christian answers Sean's ' Why do astronauts need space food? ' In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Giant Water Bug! And in Battle of the Sciences, we investigate a killer fungus with cellular biologist Carolyn Elya. What do we learn about? · Who the new Astronomer Royal is · Why wasps are making a comeback this summer · What would happen if the Sun disappeared · Why astronauts need 'space food' · And in Battle of the Sciences... a killer fungus! All on this week's episode of Science Weekly ! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 30

Welcome to FUN KIDS SCIENCE WEEKLY - REACH FOR THE SKY SPECIAL – the podcast that explores the future of aviation – from the design and sustainability of future planes to the people who keep them flying and make sure our experience special. One of those people is Helen Leadbetter who works for the Civil Aviation Authority as the Zero Emissions Flight & Hydrogen Challenge Lead. I met up with her so she could tell me more about the work she and the CAA do to prepare for a greener future. Here’s Helen Leadbetter, from the Civil Aviation Authority. And Amy and Zac dive into the sustainable side of aviation, both for when aircraft are in service and after they retire. From smart new materials and greener fuels to recycling and reusing. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 26

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and this week we're learning all pain! First up, scientists have cracked the code on how and why we sweat—get ready to be surprised! Then, we’re blasting off to the outer solar system to explore a ground-breaking discovery about the mysterious planet Uranus. And finally, Dan is joined by James Veale, a drilling engineer with the British Antarctic Survey, fresh from Antarctica where he helped recover a million-year-old ice core. Then, we answer your questions! Sean wants to know: How hot the Earth's core is a nd Dr. Stuart Cohen answers Iris’ question: why does our skin go red when skin is burnt? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Armadillo Lizard. And in Battle of the Sciences, we delve into the science of pain with Laurenz Casser from Sheffield University. What do we learn about? · An fascinating new discovery about Uranus. · We’ll learn how a 1.5-million-year-old ice core reveals Earth’s hidden past. · Why our skin turns red when burnt · The Armadillo Lizard · And in Battle of the Sciences... the science of pain! All on this week's episode of Science Weekly ! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 23

Welcome back to the Fun Kids Science Mid-weekly! You've been sending in your questions and this week... Winnie’s curious about how books are made. Tig wants to know what the biggest volcano in the world is. Luke is wondering which snake is the deadliest. Misha’s asking how braces work. Alex has the all-important question… why do humans need to go to the toilet every day? And we meet Amy Aviation who loves planes! In this episode Amy explains what a delta wing is and how different shapes wings can change how planes fly. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 19

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and this week we're learning all about the ocean! First up, scientists have discovered a brand-new species of flying reptile that lived more than 200 million years ago. Then, we take you to Indonesia, where a volcano has erupted, sending a towering ash cloud 11 miles into the sky. And finally, Dan chats with Richard Buggs from Queen Mary University of London and Kew Gardens to learn how Britain's ash trees are fighting back against a devastating fungal disease. Then, we answer your questions! Etta wants to know: What happens if you're stung by 100 bees a nd Dr. Emma Nicholls answers Jessica’s question: How do scientists know dinosaurs had feathers? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Weever fish. And in Battle of the Sciences, oceanographer Alessandro Silvano explains the power of the seas What do we learn about? · A 200 million year old flying reptile species · How Britain's trees are fighting back against a fungi disease · How scientists know dinosaurs had feathers · The Weever fish · And in Battle of the Sciences... what lies beneath the ocean! All on this week's episode of Science Weekly ! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 16

Welcome back to the Fun Kids Science Mid-weekly! You've been sending in your questions and this week... Ben wonders why shooting stars happen, Keogh’s curious about what water’s made of, and Evie wants to know how birds fly. Lily needs answers about car sickness—and Charlie’s intrigued by what happens when we flinch. And we meet Amy Aviation who loves planes! In this episode we take a look at how propellers work... Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 12

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and this week we're learning all about life! First, we track down a 65-million-pound satellite that's gone missing in space. Then, we explore an incredible exoplanet image captured by the James Webb Telescope. And finally, biologist, Hannah Vineer from Liverpool University, explains the impact of the flesh eating fly spreading across North America. Then, we answer your questions! Ben wants to know: How do clouds make rain a nd Dr. Robert Mahen from Leicester University answers William’s question: How do bodies grow? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Musk Ox! And in Battle of the Sciences, philosopher Walter Veit explains the meaning of life. What do we learn about? · A lost £65 million satellite in space · A flesh eating fly causing havoc in North America · How clouds make rain · How YOUR body grows · And in Battle of the Sciences... the meaning of life! All on this week's episode of Science Weekly ! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 9

Welcome back to the Fun Kids Science Mid-weekly! You've been sending in your questions and this week... Why can birds fly while we can’t? Why do animals have such different shaped eyes? What do viruses eat —or do they eat at all? Why does being tickled make us laugh? And are there colours out there that we can’t even see? If so, how do we know they’re real? In this curiosity-packed episode, Arlo, Lacy, Ronnie, Laura and Harry ask some seriously fascinating questions—and we’ve got the science to explore the answers! And we meet Amy Aviation who loves planes! In this episode we take a look at a day in the life of a pilot! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 5

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and this week we're learning all about why the rainbow only has seven colours! First, we reveal a surprising fact about the world’s oldest boomerang — it doesn’t come back! Next, we meet a brand-new dinosaur that’s just been discovered. And finally, John Pinnegar from CEFAS joins us to explain how warmer weather is drawing endangered sharks to UK waters. Then, we answer your questions! Etta wants to know: Why we need food a nd Richard Bowman answers Marcus' question- Why does the rainbow only have seven colours? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Pacman Frog In Battle of the Sciences, science writer Mindy Weisberger joins Dan to discuss some of the biggest stories she's worked on in the world of science. What do we learn about? · A newly discovered dinosaur · How the warm weather is impacting UK seas · Why the rainbow has only seven colours · The Pacman Frog · And in Battle of the Sciences... zombie bugs! All on this week's episode of Science Weekly ! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 2

Welcome back to the Fun Kids Science Mid-weekly! You've been sending in your questions and this week... Oisin asks why mushrooms come out in autumn, Molly wonders what is the largest star we know of, Callum wants to know what the longest snake in the world is, Bethan is intrigued why snot comes out of your nose when you cry – and Martha is asking what the hottest chilli pepper in the world is… And we meet Amy Aviation who loves planes! In this episode she's taking a look inside a cockpit! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 28

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and this week we're learning all about the secret to staying young. Dan kicks things off with the latest in science news. First up, a surprising discovery — killer whales caught on camera giving each other massages! Then, we zoom out to the cosmos with a powerful new telescope in Chile that's captured some truly breath-taking images of deep space. And finally, Professor Samantha Ward, an expert in zoo animal welfare, joins Dan to explain the big changes coming to zoo standards across the UK. Then, we answer your questions! Leo wants to know: Why people are allergic to different things a nd Dr. Jackie Boyd from Nottingham Trent University answers Benji's question: Can animals laugh ? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Cookie Cutter Shark! In Battle of the Sciences , sports scientist, Daniele Magistro, joins Dan to reveal the secret to staying young. What do we learn about? · What killer whales have been caught doing · Improvements to UK zoos · Why people are allergic to things · Can animals laugh? · And in Battle of the Sciences, the secret to staying young! All on this week's episode of Science Weekly ! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 25

Welcome back to the Fun Kids Science Mid-weekly! You've been sending in your questions and this week... Etta gets curious about atoms, Saul’s spinning out over how planets rotate, and Ed wants to know why we can still hear ourselves with ear defenders on. Olivia asks the ultimate “what if” — what would happen if every living creature moved to Jupiter? And Blue’s got a toothy question: why do sharks have so many teeth? Big questions, wild answers — all in one jam-packed episode! And we meet Amy Aviation who loves planes! In this episode we're learning all about getting ready to fly... Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 21

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and this week we're learning all about a musical instrument so small- you need a microscope to see it! Dan kicks things off with the latest in science news. First, he dives into the discovery of a 43,000-year-old Neanderthal fingerprint found in a cave in Spain. Then, we hear about a mysterious new object that could be a dwarf planet making its way toward our solar system. And finally, Dan chats with Professor Kelly Morrison from Loughborough University, whose team has created the world’s tiniest violin — so small, it’s thinner than a human hair! Then, we answer your questions! Ned wants to know: How sunflowers follow the sun a nd Professor Mercedes Durham from Cardiff University answers Theo’s question: How did we evolve to talk? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Philippine eagle... In Battle of the Sciences , zoologist Dr. Alex Dittrich from Nottingham Trent University joins us to uncover the creepy world of zombie plants What do we learn about? · A 43,000 year old discovery in Spain · An musical instrument you can't even see · Why sunflowers follow the Sun · How humans evolved to talk · And in Battle of the Sciences, we're learning all about zombie plants! All on this week's episode of Science Weekly ! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 18

Welcome back to the Fun Kids Science Mid-weekly! You've been sending in your questions and this week... Max asks how lighting and thunder are formed, Paula wonders why diamonds are unbreakable, Madison wants to know how people name storms, Tilly is intrigued how bubbles are made & Jessie is asking who created the English language? And we meet Amy Aviation who loves planes! In this episode we're learning all about satellites... Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 14

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and this week we're learning all about the animal with the world's strongest bite! Dan kicks things off with the latest in science news. First up is a fascinating discovery that cats can tell the difference between the smell of their owners and strangers. Then we find out why the ocean is getting darker and what that could mean for our planet. And finally, Dan is joined by John McFall, who lost his leg in a motorbike accident at 19, became a Paralympic sprinter and a surgeon, and is now training to be the world’s first astronaut with a physical disability. Then, we answer your questions! Romy wants to know: What would happen if we didn't have any platelets in our blood a nd geneticist, Dr. Sara Goodacre from University of Nottingham, answers Romi's question: 'Who were the 'real' first people to be alive on Earth?' In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about an animal with the world's strongest bite! In Battle of the Sciences, behavioural psychologist, Paul Davies, joins Dan in Battle of the Sciences exploring why people believe in the likes of vampires and unicorns... What do we learn about? · What's happening to the world's oceans · The amazing journey of one remarkable man · Who the 'real' first people alive on Earth were · The fierce Kangal dog · And in Battle of the Sciences, why we believe in vampires! All on this week's episode of Science Weekly ! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 11

Welcome back to the Fun Kids Science Mid-weekly! Why do we sleep? What’s in our blood? What causes earthquakes? Why do nettles sting — and what’s the deal with elephant trunks? We’ve got the answers in this jam-packed episode full of weird, wild science! And we meet Amy Aviation who loves planes! In this episode Amy explains how paper planes stay in the air. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 6

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and this week we're learning all about a HUGE dinosaur graveyard! Dan kicks things off with the latest in science news—starting with a dive-bombing buzzard causing a school playground ban in London. Next, we investigate the Mount Etna eruption- Europe's most active volcano. And finally, Curator Emily Bamforth explains the mystery of a dinosaur 'mass grave' at the 'River of Death' in Canada. Then, we answer your questions! Etta wants to know: What happens if you dig to the middle of the Earth a nd Chief Scientist at the UK Space Agency, Adam Amara, answers Wilbur’s question: Why does the Earth spin but not the Sun ? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Shoebill stork. In Battle of the Sciences, Dr. Primrose Freestone explains why microbiology is the best kind of science and delves into the myths around cleaning! What do we learn about? · Why a school in London has banned playtime · A dinosaur graveyard at the 'River of Death' · Does the Sun spin? · The DEADLLY Shoebill stork · And in Battle of the Sciences, we explore the myths around cleaning! All on this week's episode of Science Weekly ! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 4

Welcome back to the Fun Kids Science Mid-weekly! You've been sending in your questions and this week, we find out why rollercoasters are so fast at the start – why our teeth chatter when we're cold – whether the city of Atlantis is real – and how plants grow underwater... And Marina Ventura and her trusty sidekick Map App explore the world of electricity! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 31

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and this week we're learning all about the code of life! Dan kicks things off with the latest in science news—starting with how levitating magnets might help crack the mystery of dark matter. Next, we explore how climate change is putting Gila monsters at risk. And finally, John Meek from Wild Planet Trust joins Dan to share the remarkable story of a lynx that could become the first zoo-born cat in the UK to be released into the wild. Then, we answer your questions! Lola wants to know: Where water came from a nd Megan Howard from Cotswolds Wildlife answers Ruben’s question: How do animals make poison? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Death Camas plant. In Battle of the Sciences, we explore the hidden code of life with chronobiologist Dr. Timothy Hearn from the University of Cambridge. What do we learn about? · Why scientists may have solved the mystery of dark matter · The amazing journey of a lynx · Where water came from · How animals make their DEADLY poison · And in Battle of the Sciences, we explore the code of life! All on this week's episode of Science Weekly ! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 27

Welcome back to the Fun Kids Science Mid-weekly! You've been sending in your questions and this week, hear Dan's theory on why jumping in the dark makes us dizzy and what would happen to the Earth if it was swallowed by a black hole. Plus, can atoms touch each other? And why do some glasses make a noise when you rub your finger around it? And Marina Ventura and her trusty sidekick Map App explore the world of electricity! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 24

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and this week we're learning all about rocket science! Dan kicks things off with the latest in science news—beginning with a breakthrough in a decades-old mystery involving ginger cats, finally solved earlier this week. Then, we head to a UK zoo to celebrate the birth of two incredibly rare baby lemurs. And finally, Dan is joined by Mark Owen from the Angling Trust to dive into a serious issue: why river levels across the UK are so low this spring—and what that could mean for your water supply. Then, we answer your questions! Karis wants to know: What's the difference between petrol and diesel a nd Dr. Matilda Brindle from the University of Oxford answers Lily’s question: Were humans once monkeys? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Blue Poison Dart Frog In Battle of the Sciences, rocket scientist, Dr. Minkwan Kim from Southampton University, joins Dan to explain how we get to space! What do we learn about? · The mystery behind ginger cats · The difference between petrol and diesel · Were humans once monkeys? · The deadly Bue Poison Dart Frog · And in Battle of the Sciences, we explore how we get to space! All on this week's episode of Science Weekly ! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 21

Welcome back to the Fun Kids Science Mid-weekly! You've been sending in your questions and this week, they're all about dinosaurs and Pangea! Find out Dan's theory on what happened to the dinosaurs, why Pangea separated, how animals and plants get their names and how long a lightyear actually is! And Marina Ventura and her trusty sidekick Map App explore the world of electricity! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 17

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and this week we're digging up the past learning all about archaeology. Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with a heartwarming story — the birth of two baby reindeer at a UK zoo. Next, we explore a fascinating study revealing that apes have been seen treating the wounds of their injured friends. And finally, Dan is joined by Dr. Mahesh Anand from the Open University to talk about an extraordinary gift he’s received from China — with origins that are literally out of this world. Then, we answer your questions! Etta wants to know: Why some popcorn kernels don't pop a nd Tom-Joshi Cale from Exeter University answers Sebastian’s question: Will Earth ever leave the Milky Way? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Leopard seal In Battle of the Sciences , we’re digging into why archaeology matters—with the Alfredo Cortell-Nicolau guiding us through the secrets the past! What do we learn about? · A science gift 'rarer than gold' · Why some popcorn kernels... don't pop · If Earth will ever leave the Milky Way? · The deadly Leopard seal · And in Battle of the Sciences, the secrets of the past! All on this week's episode of Science Weekly ! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 14

Welcome back to the Fun Kids Science Mid-weekly! You've been sending in your questions and this week, they're all about the Earth and the solar system! Find out Dan's theory on how the Earth was made, what's in the centre of the Earth & how long it takes Neptune to orbit the sun… We also check in with Marina Ventura and her trusty sidekick Map App who are uncovering how electricity is moved from place to place… Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 10

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and this week we're learning all about the power of neurosurgery! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with some hopeful news for one of the world's most endangered species. Next, as David Attenborough celebrates his 99th birthday, we take a look at one of the most important films of his legendary career. And finally, Jon Carter from the British Trust for Ornithology explains how the warm spring will bring exotic birds across the English Channel. Then, we answer your questions! Jess wants to know: Why babies are born with more bones than adults? And Dr. Thomas Woolley from Cardiff University answers Ziholi's question: How many milliseconds are there in 1000 centuries? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Fennec Fox. In Battle of the Sciences , paediatric neurosurgeon Professor Ian Kamily from the Royal College of Surgeons of England explores the incredible workings of the brain — and why it’s one of the most important organs in the human body What do we learn about? · Good news for one of the world's rarest species · The arrival of exotic birds to the UK · Why babies have more bones than adults? · How many milliseconds are in 1000 centuries? · And in Battle of the Sciences, the importance of the brain! All on this week's episode of Science Weekly ! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 7

Welcome back to the Fun Kids Science Mid-weekly! This week is all about AI, space... and grass! Find out if AI could develop emotions, how likely you are to fall into a black hole, when humans could live on Mars, and why grass is green! We also check in with Marina and her trusty sidekick, Map App, as they explore where our electricity is made and how it’s transmitted to our homes. Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 3

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and on top of all that... Dan has a MASSIVE announcement to tell you all. Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with the European Space Agency's mission to weigh the world's trees using a satellite. Next, we learn about a discovery made by archaeologists in Scotland that proves the existence of an ancient civilisation. And finally, Megan Quail from Aberystwyth University joins Dan to discuss her study showing that goats are smarter than sheep and alpacas. Then, we answer your questions! Etta wants to know: Why do frogs croak? And Professor David Pyle from the University of Oxford answers Shaan's question: How do volcanoes erupt? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Horse Hair Worm—creepy and deadly! In Battle of the Sciences, we hear from the incredible Tree Sisters, a group on a mission to protect our planet and fight climate change one tree at a time. What do we learn about? · A mission to weigh the world's trees · The smartest animal on the farm · How volcanoes erupt · The DEADLY Horse Hair Worm · And in Battle of the Sciences, the importance of conservation All on this week's episode of Science Weekly ! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 30

Welcome back to another Fun Kids Science Mid-weekly! This week, Marina’s talking to us all about the future of energy and I’m answering your science questions on how soap gets rid of germs, why the moon is white, and why some birds can't fly… Plus – how many Earths fit into the Sun? Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 26

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly , we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about why studying rocks...ROCKS! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with the return of America's oldest serving astronaut, Don Pettit, who returns to Earth on his 70th birthday. Next, we learn about a ground-breaking new project to suck carbon out of the sea. And finally, Robin May, Chief Scientific Adviser at the Food Standards Agency joins Dan to discuss the prospect of lab-grown food being sold in the UK within 2 years. Then, we answer your questions! Etienne wants to know: what a full blood moon is. And dog behaviour expert, Jane Robinson, answers Henry’s question: Are dogs smart? In Dangerous Dan , we learn all about the deadly Blue Malayan Coral Snake In Battle of the Sciences , geologist Dr. Cedric John shows us why rocks rock — and why geology might just be the most important science of all! What do we learn about? · America's oldest serving astronaut · A ground-breaking new project to tackle climate change · Are dogs smart? · The DEADLY Blue Malayan Coral Snake · And in Battle of the Sciences, we unpack the importance of geology. All on this week's episode of Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 23

Welcome space explorers to a trip around the solar system to answer your burning science questions! Why does our hair turn grey? Why do people hate certain foods? And what really is the rarest star in the galaxy? We also check in with Marina Ventura, who is out on a new adventure exploring energy! Today we learn all about what it is, how it works and why we use it! Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 17

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly , we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about what our pets are thinking! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with what scientists are calling the 'strongest evidence yet ' of life beyond Earth, after a faraway world showed potential signs of life. Next, we unpack the moment a colossal squid was captured on camera in the wild for the first time ever. And finally, Dan speaks to Dr. Kate Pattle from UCL to unpack the significance of the first all-female spaceflight in over sixty years! Then, we answer your questions! Etta wants to know: why the Moon has a different orbit everyday? And Tim Jones from Sally's Duck Rescue answers Jenny's question: How do ducks float on water? In Dangerous Dan , we learn all about the deadly blanket octopus! In Battle of the Sciences , animal scientist, Dr. Jackie Boyd, takes us on a fascinating journey—from unravelling the mysteries of parasites to uncovering what our pets might really be thinking. What do we learn about? · The first all-female space flight in over 60 years · A faraway world with potential for life · How ducks float on water · The DEADLY blanket octopus · And in Battle of the Sciences, we unpack what are pets are thinking All on this week's episode of Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 16

This week, with Dan as your guide, we're covering everything you've been sending in - from what makes up the matter of the universe, to if you can really hypnotise someone! We also check in with the Aquanauts, where this week, they’re finding out what we can do to protect the supply of water in the future. Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 12

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly , we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about the science of the past! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with the chances of an asteroid impacting the Moon in 2032. Next, we unpack the news that half of the world's electricity last year was generated without using any fossil fuels. And finally, Dan speaks to Keith Emerick from Historic England to uncover the secrets of a remarkable Iron Age hoard recently discovered in North Yorkshire. Then, we answer your questions! Matty wants to know: what's hotter, a microwave or an oven? And Dr. Fabio Antonini answers Nolan’s question: where is the hottest place in the galaxy? In Dangerous Dan , we learn all about the dancing mania disease that took over Europe in the 15th century. In Battle of the Sciences , Professor Michelle Spear makes the case for anatomy and explains the science of mummification! What do we learn about? · A massive Iron Age hoard discovered by archaeologists · Where the hottest place in the galaxy is · The dancing mania disease of the 15th century · What's hotter... a microwave or an oven? · And in Battle of the Sciences, the science of YOUR body! All on this week's episode of Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 9

Today we're finding out how concrete is made, why we get headaches, and why we can't use our coats like bird wings... We also check in with the Aquanauts, where this week, they’re finding out about water in space! Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 5

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly , we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about the science of sleep! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with a ground-breaking discovery- scientists now believe that water may have existed on Earth 600 million years earlier than previously thought. Next, we unpack Saturday's solar eclipse, breaking down what happened, where it was visible, and the best spots to catch the breath-taking view. Finally, rocket scientist Dr. John Alistair joins Dan to break down what went wrong with Europe’s rocket launch in Norway last week. Then, we answer your questions! Joseph wants to know the science behind earthquakes. And renowned British neuroscientist, Sophie Scott joins Dan to answer Freddy's question: Why do we cry? In Dangerous Dan , we learn all about the Perentie Lizard which is native to Australia. In Battle of the Sciences , Dr. Vladyslav Vyazovskiy discusses the science of sleep and why animals hibernate for so long… Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 2

This week, Dan's answering your science questions! How far Uranus is from the Sun? Ever wondered how long humans have been on Earth? And perhaps the most pressing question of all: how do toasters not get hot on the outside? We also check in with the Aquanauts, where this week, they’re finding out about the impact everyday life has on our water supply... Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 29

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly , we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about why there are so many different languages across the world! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with the discovery of a new species of dinosaur. Next, we learn about plans for a new national forest in England which could see up to 20 million trees being planted. Finally, Dr. Francisco Diego from UCL joins Dan to discuss a huge revelation in the scientific world which could reshape our understanding of time and space… Then, we answer your questions! Zara wants to know if sea water gets warmer the closer to the Earth's core you get? And Dr. Mercedes Durham from Cardiff University answers Evan’s question: Why do countries speak different languages? In Dangerous Dan , we learn all about the Bunya Pine Tree! In Battle of the Sciences , occupational health psychologist Craig Jackson discusses the harmful effects of prolonged space travel on the body… Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 26

This week, Dan's answering your science questions! Ever wondered how race cars move so fast? Why volcanoes blow their tops? Or what the oldest living thing on Earth is? We also check in with the Aquanauts, where this week, they’re finding out about the impact everyday life has on our water supply... Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 22

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly , we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about ecology and how it shapes everything around us! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with the safe return of astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore after nine unplanned months in space. Next, we investigate a penguin in Hull that’s in the running to be crowned the best penguin in the world . Finally, Kevin Cumming from Rewilding Britain joins Dan to discuss the return of wild beavers 400 years after they became extinct in England. Then, we answer your questions! Razzi wants to know why he has two different-colored eyes, and Dr. Aravindan Ilangovan answers Arun’s question: how is DNA made? In Dangerous Dan , we learn all about submarine volcanoes. Then, it’s time for Battle of the Sciences ! Ecologist Dr. Becky Thomas uncovers the science behind how animals and their environments connect. What do we learn about? · The return of astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore · The return of wild beavers 400 years after extinction. · What DNA is and how it's made · The dangers of submarine volcanos · And in Battle of the Sciences , we explore how animals adapt to their environments. All on this week's episode of Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 19

This week, Dan's answering your science questions! Ever wondered why the ocean is salty, how clouds make rain, or why no two sneezes sound the same? We also check in with the Aquanauts, where this week, they’re diving into the technology that helps us save water. Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.