Wow in the World WeWow on the Weekend
Nov 29, 2025
Dennis and Reggie share playful banter and read delightful listener reviews, bringing their unique charm. The duo revisits a past adventure exploring the Great Barrier Reef, discussing the phenomenon of coral bleaching and its environmental impact. They dive into the battle against crown-of-thorns starfish, featuring innovative solutions like robotic drones that tackle these predators. Meanwhile, they highlight triton sea snails as natural protectors of coral. Expect laughter, learning, and encouragement to engage with the Wow hotline!
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Use Play To Teach Science
- Shop Wow in the World toys designed to teach science through play to curious kids.
- Use the kits to extend learning with exclusive audio content from Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz.
Coral Reefs Are Biodiversity Hotspots
- The Great Barrier Reef hosts enormous biodiversity despite covering a tiny fraction of the seafloor.
- Coral reefs support about one in three ocean species, making them ecological hotspots.
Why Coral Bleaches
- Coral bleaching happens when symbiotic algae (zooxanthellae) leave coral under stress like warm water.
- Without the algae the coral turns white and can become sicker, though bleaching isn't always immediate death.