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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Oct 16, 2023 • 21min
What Happened to the Dinosaurs?! (10/16/23)
Mindy and Guy Raz accidentally travel back in time to the dinosaur-extincting asteroid. They discuss the origin of the killer asteroid, share listener fun facts, and children share fascinating facts about the universe. The podcast also provides information about accessing the show and promotes their website.
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Oct 15, 2023 • 21min
WeWow On The Weekend (10/15/23)
The hosts read reviews, discuss mustaches and petition signatures, and introduce 'Wow in the World' episode. They go on an adventure to catch sea pickles and learn about their bioluminescent properties. The hosts explore the mysteries of sea pickles and encourage listener engagement.
Oct 14, 2023 • 23min
WeWow On The Weekend (10/14/23)
In this podcast, Dennis and Reggie choose nicknames and host a cooking segment. They also discuss the importance of cleaning up space junk and explore solutions like biomimicry. The hosts fly through space, narrowly avoiding debris, and discuss potential solutions such as a giant space net. They also explore echolocation for the blind and the potential of biomimicry in driverless cars. The chapter ends with a humorous discussion on cleaning up outer space and imaginative astronauts.
Oct 13, 2023 • 16min
Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Word is the Word (10/13/23)
Why are Mindy and Guy Raz sorting their fan mail, and what does it have to do with language? We've got the WHATs and the WOWs about words, and it's up to you to guess the winning WOW! Originally aired 9/9/22.
Oct 9, 2023 • 22min
Now Watch Me Drip Drip!: Slower Melting Ice Cream
Mindy and Guy Raz explore the science behind ice cream melting, including a special new ingredient that prevents melting. They discuss Mindy's passion for ice cream, the use of banana plant fibers in melt-resistant ice cream, and their own ice cream experiment gone wrong. The podcast also includes fun facts about dogs and ways to engage with the show.
Oct 8, 2023 • 20min
WeWow On The Weekend (10/8/23)
Dennis and Reggie hang out with Baby Dennis and answer questions from their devoted listeners. Plus an encore episode, “If You’re Happy and You Know It!” 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.
Oct 7, 2023 • 21min
WeWow On The Weekend (10/7/23)
The hosts answer listener questions about cooking rice and playing with toys, while discussing their own favorite toys. They also explore the origin of chocolate and take listeners on a mysterious scientific trip. The characters visit a cacao farm in Colombia, learn about cocoa beans, and discuss the effects of flavonoids on memory. Find out how regularly consuming dark chocolate can improve memory and discover other food sources rich in flavonoids.
Oct 6, 2023 • 14min
Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Hollywood Hairs (10/6/23)
This week, we’re all wigging out about HAIR! It’s a brand new episode of Two Whats?! And a Wow! that will really grow on you! Visit https://bit.ly/3owDW5a for more.
Oct 2, 2023 • 23min
Blood Falls (10/2/23)
Join Mindy, Guy and the rest of the Gang as they make their way to Antarctica to discover the Who, When, Where, How and Wow of Blood Falls, a five-story waterfall of blood-red waters caused by iron oxide. The hosts also discuss the discovery of iron-rich nanospheres in the water and draw parallels between the conditions on Mars and the subglacial lake that feeds into Blood Falls.
Oct 1, 2023 • 19min
WeWow On The Weekend (10/1/23)
Dennis and Reggie interview Post Officer Jellybird, a playful conversation about delivering mail, an aftermath of a gingerbread house mishap, and creative ideas for building a gingerbread house.
