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Brains On! Science podcast for kids

Brains On! Science podcast for kids

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Brains On!® is a science podcast for curious kids and adults from Brains On Universe. Each week, a different kid co-host joins Molly Bloom to find answers to fascinating questions about the world sent in by listeners. Like, do dogs know they’re dogs? Or, why do feet stink? Plus, we have mystery sounds for you to guess, songs for you to dance to, and lots of facts -- all checked by experts.

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Episodes
  • Blue raspberries and harry berries

    Blue raspberries and harry berries
    Mar 31 2026

    Ever look closely at a raspberry and notice it could use a shave? Those tiny hairs are actually super important. And thankfully totally edible. Join Molly and co-host Zoe-Samarah as they learn all about this fantastic little fruit, and why some raspberry flavored foods are actually colored blue. All that and a Mystery Sound that’ll feel like a snack for the ears!

    Want to support the show? Join Smarty Pass to listen to ad-free episodes or donate!

    Want to see Brains On live?!? We are probably coming to a city near you. For a complete list of shows and links to tickets head to our events page. More shows announced soon!

    April 11 - Walker Theater, Chattanooga, TN

    April 12 - Carolina Theater, Durham, NC

    April 25 - Marines Memorial, San Francisco, CA (2nd show added!)

    April 26 - Newmark Theater, Portland, OR

    May 30 - Electric City, Buffalo, NY

    May 31 - Royal Theatre, Toronto, ON (2nd show added!)

    Click here for an episode transcript

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    27 mins
  • Hoax Hunters: What is the Bermuda Triangle

    Hoax Hunters: What is the Bermuda Triangle
    Mar 24 2026

    Have you heard of the Bermuda Triangle? It’s an area of the Atlantic Ocean that some people think can make ships and planes mysteriously disappear. In this episode, Marc and Sanden, aka the Hoax Hunters, investigate this weird and wild patch of water. Turns out the Triangle isn’t as unusual as it seems. Plus, Molly tries to stump the Hoax Hunters with a new mystery sound.

    Want to support the show? Join Smarty Pass to listen to ad-free episodes or donate!

    Want to see Brains On live?!? We are probably coming to a city near you. For a complete list of shows and links to tickets head to our events page. More shows announced soon!

    March 28 - Center Stage, Atlanta, GA

    March 29 - Amaturo Theater, Fort Lauderdale, FL

    April 11 - Walker Theater, Chattanooga, TN

    April 12 - Carolina Theater, Durham, NC

    April 25 - Marines Memorial, San Francisco, CA (2nd show added!)

    April 26 - Newmark Theater, Portland, OR

    May 30 - Electric City, Buffalo, NY

    May 31 - Royal Theatre, Toronto, ON (2nd show added!)

    Click here for an episode transcript

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    27 mins
  • How do flowers get their smells?

    How do flowers get their smells?
    Mar 17 2026

    Flowers are famous for their smells. Most are sweet, but a few are downright stinky. Either way, the science of how and why they make these scents is fascinating. Join Molly and co-host Isla as they learn about pollinators, flower smells and the mighty corpse flower! Plus a smell for your ears: the Mystery Sound!

    Guest: Dr Kelsey Byers, evolutionary chemical ecologist and group leader at the John Innes Center.

    Want to support the show? Join Smarty Pass to listen to ad-free episodes or donate!

    Want to see Brains On live?!? We are probably coming to a city near you. For a complete list of shows and links to tickets head to our events page. More shows announced soon!

    March 7 - Turner Hall Ballroom, Milwaukee, WI

    March 8 - Fitzgerald Theater, St. Paul, MN

    March 28 - Center Stage, Atlanta, GA

    March 29 - Amaturo Theater, Fort Lauderdale, FL

    April 11 - Walker Theater, Chattanooga, TN

    April 12 - Carolina Theater, Durham, NC

    April 25 - Marines Memorial, San Francisco, CA

    April 26 - Newmark Theater, Portland, OR

    May 30 - Electric City, Buffalo, NY

    May 31 - Royal Theatre, Toronto, ON

    Click here for an episode transcript

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    24 mins

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please do more Mystery Sound Extravaganzas.
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I think it would be cool if you guys made another Mosties episode. If you do, I would like to suggest a most adorable animal catagory. Thanks!

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Could you please do a Brains On episode on Pokémon? I love the Mystery Sounds. Can you please do some more Mystery Sound Extravaganzas?

Brains On!

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My kids love this podcast! There’s a ton of information given in a fun way. They’re always asking for more!

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