Imagine This
Imagine This is a science podcast for the young and curious. Have you ever wondered how bees make honey? Or how do fish breathe underwater? Or, very importantly, where your poo goes when you flush it down the toilet? Imagine This is a series of puzzling science questions from inquisitive young minds. Our host, Dr Niraj Lal, chats to kids and Australia's leading academics, taking you on imaginative adventures to learn about the world around us and find the answers together.
This podcast is suited to kids aged 4 and up, though all members of the family are sure to learn something!
Latest episodes
Dec 6, 2022 • 15min
How is plastic made?
It's in supermarkets and schools, computers and cars... plastic is just about everywhere! But what is it actually made from? And how do you make it? Grab your lab coats and safety goggles because we're off to meet Professor Veena Sahajwalla to find some answers...
Dec 6, 2022 • 14min
How do birds fly?
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's a bird expert IN a plane! Let's soar the skies with pilot and zoologist Milly Formby as she shows us how birds fly.
Dec 6, 2022 • 15min
Why aren't there big animals like dinosaurs anymore?
Are you ready to turn back time? Let's wind back the clock with Dino Dome's Fact-o-saurus, Tim Richards, and follow in some ginormous footsteps to learn how dinosaurs got so big!
Dec 6, 2022 • 13min
Why do the tides go in and out?
Sometimes a beach can look full to the brim, other times the sand seems to go for miles. Is the water going somewhere else? Why does it change throughout the day? Let's find Associate Professor Ana Vila-Concejo to find the answers in some stellar places...
Dec 6, 2022 • 15min
How does my skin heal?
Nij has taken a tumble and has grazed his elbow! It stings and there's a little bit of blood. Ouch! Time for a check-up from Dr Greg Kelly. He's going to show us all the millions of helpers that work together to heal your skin.
Nov 7, 2022 • 1min
Introducing... Noisy by Nature!
New Imagine This is coming very soon, but while you wait check out the latest season of Noisy by Nature with our fave nature nerd Dr Ann Jones!
Sep 20, 2022 • 10min
BONUS: Marine Biology in the Imaginarium
Nij is taking the Imaginarium under the sea and doing a deep dive on all your ocean questions with marine biologist Tooni Mahto!
Jul 27, 2022 • 3min
Introducing... Dino Dome!
While you wait for more Imagine This, sink your teeth into roarsome new podcast Dino Dome! It's a Mesozoic mashup of science facts and dino-mite action hosted by Tim Richards and Amanda Shalala. New episodes out every Thursday.
Jun 14, 2022 • 14min
How do caterpillars turn into butterflies?
Discover the captivating journey of caterpillars turning into butterflies, emphasizing their voracious appetite and the unique differences between cocoons and chrysalises. Dive into the intriguing stages of growth, molting, and the formation of the chrysalis, unveiling the miraculous metamorphosis process. Explore the vital role of butterflies and moths as essential pollinators in the ecosystem.
Jun 14, 2022 • 13min
Why do farts come out of your bum?
Today we're talking about something that all of us do. They can be loud or soft, sometimes smelly and almost always funny. We're talking about fluffs, toots, air biscuits - yes, farts! - and why they come out of our bums. Join Professor Kourosh Kalantar-Zadeh as we shrink to fit inside his gas-smelling capsule to follow the journey of gas in our bodies.
