Wow in the World
Tinkercast | Wondery
Wow in the World is the #1 science podcast for kids and families, sharing the most amazing stories in science, technology, and new discoveries happening in the world around us. Each week, join hosts Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz as they take curious kids and their grown-ups on a cartoon for the ear journey filled with laughter, adventure, and wow-worthy stories. From the tiniest microbes to the farthest reaches of space, every episode of Wow in the World inspires wonder, fuels imagination, and makes science fun for the whole family. New episodes of Wow in the World come out every Monday for free! Plus, each week listeners get even more opportunities to say WOW with two other shows: Two Whats?! And A WOW!, a science-based game show, and WeWow, a rewatch, or should we say relisten, behind-the-scenes talk show hosted by our World Organization of Wowzers president, Dennis, featuring YOUR comments, reviews, and messages! 🎉 Want to keep the Wow going? Grownups can join the World Organization of Wowzers (W.O.W.) at https://bit.ly/46CDndK to receive quarterly mailings, birthday cards, a welcome kit with a t-shirt, autographed photo of Mindy & Guy Raz, access to 1,000+ digital activities and exclusive access to members-only events! Plus, grownups help support our podcast and our mission to create content and experiences that connect laughter to learning, curiosity to innovation and kids to the WOWs in their world!Learn more at https://bit.ly/3IsPeBR. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Nov 17, 2025 • 34min
A Podcast Turducken: With Wow in the World, Terrestrials and Circle Round (11/17/25)
What do you get when you stuff one podcast inside another... inside another? A TURDUCKEN of epic audio proportions! In this very special episode, Wow in the World, Terrestrials, and Circle Round come together for the ultimate podcast story feast! Join Mindy, Guy, Lulu, Rebecca, and the rest of the flock as they share mind-blowing stories about turkeys, ducks, and chickens—from fables to surprising science. So gather ‘round the table for a very "traditional" Turducken Feast you’ll have to hear to believe. It’s the WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, WHY, HOW, and WOW in the World of TURDUCKENS!For more WOWs online, visit https://bit.ly/3DWotmC. Grownups, help support our podcast and our mission to create content and experiences that connect laughter to learning, curiosity to innovation and kids to the WOWs in their world!Join the World Organization of Wowzers today and receive quarterly mailings and birthday cards, access to 1000+ digital activities, first dibs at live show tickets, plus a welcome kit with t-shirt and an autograph from Mindy & Guy Raz! Visit https://bit.ly/40xiRrH to sign your Wowzer up for a membership to the World Organization of Wowzers today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nov 16, 2025 • 31min
WeWow on the Weekend (11/16/25)
Dive into the excitement of a talent show featuring young performers showcasing their skills! From a thrilling Bop It challenge to delightful ukulele renditions of the Super Mario theme, creativity shines through. Listen to original songs and whimsical bunny lyrics that are sure to bring smiles. Plus, relive the hilarious highlights of 'Extreme Makeover: Spider Edition,' where dance and mating rituals of jumping spiders take center stage. It's a fun-filled mix of talent and education that will leave you entertained and curious!
Nov 15, 2025 • 35min
WeWow on the Weekend (11/15/25)
Mindy Thomas, co-host and science communicator, joins fellow co-host Guy Raz to share their engaging insights on the phenomenon of cute aggression. They explore the science behind why we might feel overwhelmed by adorable creatures, discussing a unique study that captures brain reactions to cuteness. Listeners are also treated to a fabulous talent show featuring young performers showcasing songs and jokes. Plus, Mindy and Guy even conduct a playful cute experiment of their own, amplifying the fun with laughter and learning!
Nov 14, 2025 • 15min
Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Food Fight (11/14/25)
Join the fun as the hosts dissect the wild world of food trivia! Discover why parsnips were used to sweeten jams before sugar took over. Learn the mind-boggling fact that bananas and avocados are classified as berries. Get ready for a cosmic twist as they explain how potatoes can be grown on Mars! The finale features entertaining riddles and an unexpected prize announcement. This engaging mix of facts and laughter is sure to satisfy your curiosity about all things food!
Nov 10, 2025 • 28min
A Guided Tour of Mars with Emily "The Space Gal" Calandrelli (11/10/25)
What’s red, rocky, and ready for visitors… in the not-so-distant future? MARS! When Mindy drifts off to sleep, her dreams blast off to outer space—and who’s waiting to greet her on the dusty Martian surface? None other than Emily “The Space Gal” Calandrelli, fresh off her real-life journey as the 100th woman in space! Together, they explore Mars like future astronauts might—growing food, bouncing through its low gravity, and imagining what it would take to actually live there someday. Is life on Mars really possible, or is it only a dream? And what does space travel look like for the next generation of explorers? It’s the WHO, WHEN, WHERE, WHY, HOW, AND WOW in the world of a future on Mars!For more WOWs online, visit https://bit.ly/3DWotmC. Grownups, help support our podcast and our mission to create content and experiences that connect laughter to learning, curiosity to innovation and kids to the WOWs in their world!Join the World Organization of Wowzers today and receive quarterly mailings and birthday cards, access to 1000+ digital activities, first dibs at live show tickets, plus a welcome kit with t-shirt and an autograph from Mindy & Guy Raz! Visit https://bit.ly/40xiRrH to sign your Wowzer up for a membership to the World Organization of Wowzers today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nov 9, 2025 • 24min
WeWow on the Weekend (11/9/25)
Dennis and Reggie look at trading cards and read some reviewsies! Plus an encore episode of, “Comets, Ice Age, and Human Civilization!” If you have a question for Dennis, leave him a voicemail at 1-888-7WOW-WOW. Your question might just end up on WeWow on the Weekend! For more WeWow visit https://bit.ly/3nkbEuo. Originally aired 10/22/23.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nov 8, 2025 • 18min
WeWow on the Weekend (11/8/25)
Reggie pranks Dennis and they answer questions from their devoted listeners. Plus an encore episode, “Dinosaurs’ Puzzling Backbones!” If you have a question for Dennis, leave him a voicemail at 1-888-7WOW-WOW. Your question might just end up on WeWow on the Weekend! For more WeWow visit https://bit.ly/3nkbEuo. Originally aired 10/21/23.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nov 7, 2025 • 14min
Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Give Me Some Space! (11/7/25)
We've got the questions AND answers in this out of this world round of Two Whats?! And a Wow! We're challenging you to find the facts from the fiction about SPACE! Visit https://bit.ly/3owDW5a for more. Originally aired 3/8/24.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nov 3, 2025 • 21min
Robo Dino Chicken! (11/3/25)
Oh no! A 10ft tall robotic dinosaur is terrorizing the neighborhood! Well, in reality it's just terrorizing Dennis and Mindy is at the controls. But fear not, it's all in the name of science! It's the who, when, where, how and WOW of Robotic Pranking Dinosaurs! Check out Wow in the World activities at https://bit.ly/3V5YCgw. Originally aired 6/10/24.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nov 2, 2025 • 21min
WeWow on the Weekend (11/2/25)
Dennis and Reggie read some reviewsies! Plus an encore episode of, “Invasion of the Sea Pickles!” If you have a question for Dennis, leave him a voicemail at 1-888-7WOW-WOW. Your question might just end up on WeWow on the Weekend! For more WeWow visit https://bit.ly/3nkbEuo. Originally aired 10/15/23.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
