Wow in the World
Tinkercast
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 19, 2021 • 38min
Earthlings WeWow Day 5
Join Mindy and Guy Raz as they dive into the wonders of listener messages about their backyard adventures. Discover the creative magic of Tile Town, a building playset sparking imagination. Enjoy laughter from intergalactic travelers sharing their cosmic escapades and an Arctic fox's chilling survival tricks. With whimsical discussions and playful dialogues, the exploration of Earth’s creatures and adaptations promises a delightful journey for curious minds!
Nov 18, 2021 • 9min
Earthlings WeWow Day 4: Hello World!
Join Flip and Mozi, characters from a new Tinkercast Original podcast, as they humorously navigate Earth for the first time! They offer a whimsical take on how aliens might misunderstand common objects, misnaming them in hilarious ways. The hosts invite listeners to imagine viewing the world through alien eyes and share their creative descriptions. It's a fun mix of storytelling and comedic exploration, inspiring kids to think outside the box and see everyday wonders in a new light!
Nov 17, 2021 • 9min
Earthlings WeWow Day 3: Can You Dig?
Mindy, Guy Raz, and Gramma G-Force are on the road in the Wow on Wheels for Day 3 of Earthlings WeWow! This time, they take a pit stop to do some digging... in the dirt! Now, it's your turn, Wowzers! Go outside and explore what's going on in the dirt near you, and just like a real scientist be sure to document your findings! Call us at 1-888-7WOW-WOW to share you discoveries for a chance to be featured on Friday's episode! And don't forget to send us a photo at tinkercast.com/share!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nov 16, 2021 • 7min
Earthlings WeWow Day 2: Just Bugging Around!
Join Mindy, Guy Raz, and Dennis on a whimsical bug scavenger hunt! Discover the amusing connections between humans and bugs while exploring your neighborhood. Get inspired to observe and sketch these tiny creatures, and join in the adventure with creative challenges. Plus, learn about innovative tools for your own explorations and dive into imaginative play. Don’t forget to document your bug finds—there might be a feature opportunity waiting for you!
Nov 15, 2021 • 33min
Earthlings WeWow Day 1: The Buzz on Bee Barf
This week, Mindy and Guy Raz are hitting the road in the new Wow on Wheels, a mini roaming museum of science and wonder made out of Mindy's newly renovated ice-cream truck! Today we'll listen to one of our favorite episodes of Wow in the World, The Buzz on Bee Barf, and come back tomorrow as Mindy and Guy Raz share more scientific discoveries in the Wow on Wheels.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nov 12, 2021 • 10min
Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Best Foot Forward
Why is Mindy filling Guy Raz's slippers with lotion?! And what does it have to do with animal feet?! We've got the questions AND answers in this foot-tastic round of Two Whats?! And A Wow! We're challenging you to find the facts from fiction about feet!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nov 8, 2021 • 25min
Elephant In The Room: The Surprising Science of Elephant Trunks
Who is Mindy's secret guest at her Gingerbread Mansion? Oh, just a 7,000 pound African Elephant that escaped from the zoo! Join Mindy, Guy Raz, Dennis, and Evie the Elephant in the Laboratory of Bad Ideas as they discover the multi-talents of the elephant trunk! It's the who, what, when, why, how, and WOW of elephant trunks!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nov 5, 2021 • 9min
Two Whats?! And A Wow! - A What?! By Any Other Name
What are fire ants and alligators doing in Mindy's Gingerbread Mansion?! And why is Mindy calling them by the wrong names?! We've got the questions AND answers in this ear-catching round of Two Whats?! And A Wow! We're challenging you to find the facts from the fiction about animal names!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nov 1, 2021 • 26min
Tour of Titan
Mindy stars in her original one-woman production "The Moon and The Submarine"... with some help from Guy Raz, of course! Experience Mindy's out of this world performance and learn about what makes Titan one of Saturn's most special (and SMELLY!) moons. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 29, 2021 • 11min
Two Whats?! And A Wow! - So You Think You Can Small Talk
Why is Mindy playing with a small talk generator?! And what does this have to do with animal communication?! We've got the questions AND answers in this chatty round of Two What's?! And A Wow! We're challenging you to find the facts from the fiction about animal communication!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
