Wow in the World

In a lively discussion, the hosts dive into fan reviews and playful banter. They explore a listener's amusing question about farting, blending science with humor. An encore segment takes listeners into nature's soothing sounds, revealing how they can lower stress and calm the mind. Through intriguing research, they highlight the health benefits of quiet time and the impact of noise on daily life. Closing with a suggestion to embrace the outdoors, the hosts leave you eager for more fascinating insights!

Join Dennis and Reggie as they dive into amusing listener questions, pondering everything from snooping on other hosts to their favorite foods. Discover why leaves change color in fall and the science behind the smell of hot buttered popcorn, including surprising insights about bearcat urine smelling like the snack. While dissecting the humorous implications of this scent on conservation, the duo mixes facts with laughter, making for a fun and entertaining exploration of quirky topics!

Get ready to learn about dinosaurs like never before! Discover that T-Rex teeth could grow as large as bananas and even regrow. Find out the surprising truth that many dinosaurs likely cooed rather than roared. Dive into the fascinating fact that we're drinking the same water that dinosaurs once did. Plus, winners of the fun game receive a thesaurus as a quirky prize. Join the fun and deepen your dinosaur knowledge with these wild and wonderful facts!

Join Mindy and Guy as they accidentally time travel 66 million years back to the Yucatan Peninsula! They explore the world of dinosaurs and panic when they spot a massive asteroid heading for Earth. Learn about the asteroid impact theory and why it’s celebrated today. The duo even encounters a modern fiesta commemorating the extinction event, complete with a giant piñata! Plus, kids from around the world share their amazing facts about dinosaurs and space, adding to the fun and wonder.

Join Dennis and Reggie as they navigate a crafting mishap involving a gum mug that hilariously sticks to Dennis's head! The duo revisits the captivating tale of Lonesome George, the Galapagos tortoise, exploring his extraordinary genetics and the secrets behind his longevity. Expect playful airport antics as they roleplay a trip to Florida, all while blending learning with laughter. Don't miss out on their fun and informative banter that connects kids to the wonders of science and nature!

Join Dennis and Reggie as they uncover Goldiebob's mysterious aerial contraption! Listeners get creatively engaged with a new segment where video games are humorously rated. They tackle the science behind why the sky is blue and spin a playful truth-or-dare skit. The highlight features a replay of a thrilling segment about an asteroid threat, including NASA’s plans to divert it. Can a gravity tractor move an asteroid off course? Tune in for fun science, laughter, and a bit of theatrical drama!

Join Mindy and Guy Raz as they embark on a quirky archaeological dig in Mindy's closet! Discover amazing facts about prehistoric creatures, including the astonishing discovery of a 9.5-foot-long ancient turtle. Play along in their game, Two Whats?! And A Wow, to discern the true marvels from the myths. Plus, they explore humorous prehistoric claims about dancing dinosaurs and enormous dino poop. The fun wraps up with winners receiving invisible prehistoric time machines and a creative activity for budding paleontologists!

Join Mindy and Guy as they kick off with playful banter and exciting news about their upcoming book, 'Dinosaurs Are Wow.' Dennis takes the spotlight, giving a sneak peek of the World Organization of Wowzers' October meeting. The energy ramps up as he leads the Wowser Pledge and highlights fun member perks. Listeners can discover how to access digital activities and even live events. There's something for everyone, whether you're a member or just curious about the Wowzers!

What’s the trouble with pterosaurs? In this episode of Wow in the World, Mindy and Guy Raz take flight into the prehistoric skies to explore the fascinating world of pterosaurs. These incredible creatures weren’t dinosaurs, but flying reptiles that soared above them, sparking curiosity for generations. The mystery of pterosaurs continues to inspire scientists and kids alike, making them one of the most talked-about prehistoric animals today.After taking Reggie to the mall for a sleek new feather-cut, Guy and Mindy start to reminisce about other ancient creatures that also had feathers and those that didn’t! A trip to the movies reveals a heated debate amongst the paleontological community about whether or not the largest creature to ever take to the skies was a feathered friend or a bald bird! Throughout the episode, discover how pterosaurs lived, hunted, and adapted, and why they weren’t actually dinosaurs at all. Their fossilized remains provide a window into ancient ecosystems, teaching us not only about pterosaurs but also about evolution, extinction, and survival. ✨ Don’t miss the chance to explore even further with Wow in the World:Grownups can visit https://bit.ly/4pU76WO to join the World Organization of Wowzers (WOW) and unlock exclusive activities, birthday cards, quarterly mailings, first dibs at events, and a welcome kit with an autographed photo of Mindy & Guy Raz! 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!🔒 Privacy Links:See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacyCalifornia Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-infoThis episode of Wow in the World is a perfect blend of storytelling and science, inviting kids and families to dive into the mysteries of prehistoric animals while laughing, learning, and wowing together.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join Dennis and Reggie as they hilariously navigate a birdseed fiasco, complete with on-air taste tests! They also revisit the fascinating world of sun-powered energy and explore the impact of recycling changes. Mindy and Guy take on comedic challenges involving impulse buys and their consequences. Through time travel, they delve into the origins of fossil fuels and discuss practical ways to reduce carbon emissions. Dive into renewable energy insights and how everyday choices can help our planet!