It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about what our pets are thinking! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with what scientists are calling the 'strongest evidence yet' of life beyond Earth, after a faraway world showed potential signs of life. Next, we unpack the moment a colossal squid was captured on camera in the wild for the first time ever. And finally, Dan speaks to Dr. Kate Pattle from UCL to unpack the significance of the first all-female spaceflight in over sixty years! Then, we answer your questions! Etta wants to know: why the Moon has a different orbit everyday? And Tim Jones from Sally's Duck Rescue answers Jenny's question: How do ducks float on water? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the deadly blanket octopus! In Battle of the Sciences, animal scientist, Dr. Jackie Boyd, takes us on a fascinating journey—from unravelling the mysteries of parasites to uncovering what our pets might really be thinking. What do we learn about? · The first all-female space flight in over 60 years · A faraway world with potential for life · How ducks float on water · The DEADLY blanket octopus · And in Battle of the Sciences, we unpack what are pets are thinking All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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MIDWEEKLY: Can You Really Hypnotise Someone? 🌀🧠
This week, with Dan as your guide, we're covering everything you've been sending in - from what makes up the matter of the universe, to if you can really hypnotise someone! We also check in with the Aquanauts, where this week, they’re finding out what we can do to protect the supply of water in the future. Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science.Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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MUMMIES UNWRAPPED: Anatomy of the Afterlife 🏺💀
It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about the science of the past! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with the chances of an asteroid impacting the Moon in 2032. Next, we unpack the news that half of the world's electricity last year was generated without using any fossil fuels. And finally, Dan speaks to Keith Emerick from Historic England to uncover the secrets of a remarkable Iron Age hoard recently discovered in North Yorkshire. Then, we answer your questions! Matty wants to know: what's hotter, a microwave or an oven? And Dr. Fabio Antonini answers Nolan’s question: where is the hottest place in the galaxy? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the dancing mania disease that took over Europe in the 15th century. In Battle of the Sciences, Professor Michelle Spear makes the case for anatomy and explains the science of mummification! What do we learn about? · A massive Iron Age hoard discovered by archaeologists · Where the hottest place in the galaxy is · The dancing mania disease of the 15th century · What's hotter... a microwave or an oven? · And in Battle of the Sciences, the science of YOUR body! All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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MIDWEEKLY: Can Your Coat Make You Fly? 🧥🕊️
Today we're finding out how concrete is made, why we get headaches, and why we can't use our coats like bird wings... We also check in with the Aquanauts, where this week, they’re finding out about water in space! Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science.Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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NIGHT-TIME MYSTERIES: The Science of Sleep 🌙 🛌
It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about the science of sleep! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with a ground-breaking discovery- scientists now believe that water may have existed on Earth 600 million years earlier than previously thought. Next, we unpack Saturday's solar eclipse, breaking down what happened, where it was visible, and the best spots to catch the breath-taking view. Finally, rocket scientist Dr. John Alistair joins Dan to break down what went wrong with Europe’s rocket launch in Norway last week. Then, we answer your questions! Joseph wants to know the science behind earthquakes. And renowned British neuroscientist, Sophie Scott joins Dan to answer Freddy's question: Why do we cry? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Perentie Lizard which is native to Australia. In Battle of the Sciences, Dr. Vladyslav Vyazovskiy discusses the science of sleep and why animals hibernate for so long…Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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