Wow in the World
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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.
Episodes
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Dec 8, 2023 • 14min
Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Planet Wow (12/8/23)
In this episode, the hosts talk about a game show about planets where contestants guess true statements. Learn about planetary facts, including Saturn's rings made of ice, dirt, and rocks. They reveal that the rain on Neptune is made of diamonds. Listeners are challenged to create miniature planets using any material.
Dec 4, 2023 • 26min
Tour of Titan (12/4/23)
Join Mindy and Guy Raz as they explore the unique features of Titan, Saturn's smelly moon. Learn about its thick atmosphere, methane oceans, and the challenges of sending a probe there. Plus, listen to interesting facts from listeners and get a sneak peek into Mindy's one-woman production 'The Moon and The Submarine'.
Dec 1, 2023 • 15min
Two Whats?! And A Wow! - What's on the Menu? (12/1/23)
Discover fascinating scientific food facts in a game show, including the first green oranges and ancient Egyptians using moldy bread for infections. Learn about the significance of moldy bread in developing antibiotics and the surprising history of ketchup. The podcast also features a taste mixing challenge and provides information about upcoming episodes and promotions.
Nov 27, 2023 • 24min
Turkey Love (11/27/23)
Tune in as Mindy and Guy Raz watch a reality TV show about turkey mating habits. Researchers reveal the secrets of a good turkey match. Children share fascinating facts about blue whale hearts and regrowing lizard tails. Scientists dress up as adult pandas to teach panda orphans.
Nov 24, 2023 • 15min
Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Food Fight (11/24/23)
Discover the use of parsnips as a sweetener in medieval Europe. Learn that bananas and avocados are actually berries. Unveil the wow factor of potatoes being grown on Mars. Test your scientific knowledge in a fun quiz segment.
Nov 20, 2023 • 26min
Orangutan Teacher (11/20/23)
Mindy takes Guy Raz to learn from an orangutan teacher, exploring how orangutans teach their offspring to forage. They observe a mother and baby in the wild, discussing stages of learning and sharing food. They also mention the comedy podcast The Plate Show and a sweepstakes to meet the hosts. Fascinating facts and sponsorships are shared by listeners.
Nov 17, 2023 • 14min
Two Whats?! And A Wow! - The Scientific Method (11/17/23)
The podcast discusses fascinating topics such as unboiling eggs and creating bricks from urine. They also announce a sweepstakes and challenge listeners to participate in a science experiment with eggs.
Nov 13, 2023 • 27min
iLaugh: Do Robots Have a Sense of Humor?! (11/13/23)
Mindy's phone friend Zoodle and the possibility of robots having a sense of humor. Creating a laughing robot named Erika powered by AI. A playful conversation about robots and humor. Messages from young listeners and podcast updates.
Nov 10, 2023 • 16min
Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Adaptation Station (11/10/23)
In this episode, the hosts discuss adaptations in animals and introduce the game show Two What's and a Wow, where contestants guess the true scientific statement about adaptations. They also talk about geckos licking their own eyeballs, engage with Wow in the World during the holidays, and reveal the surprising answer to a previous question about goats sneezing to warn each other of danger. The episode concludes with a broken prize generator, a challenge for listeners to invent something to make their lives more comfortable, and reveal the winning wow.
Nov 6, 2023 • 30min
Dennis and Reggie’s Wild Ride! (11/6/23)
Dennis and Reggie go on a supersonic NASA flight, discussing the future of supersonic flight. Mindy and Guy Raz promote their new book and offer a chance to meet them. Asha and Valentino plan to save Rosas while preparing for a hippo race. Dennis and Reggie's real adventure involves supersonic speeds and mischievous antics. Listeners share interesting 'Well in the World' facts, and the hosts express gratitude to the listeners.
