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Do animals have friends? And what are those friendships like? In this episode we'll meet two scientists who have spent their life studying animal friendships. Karen Bales and Annaliese Beery each specialize in studying adorable animals who love to spend time with their closest friends. Listen in to find out what they've learned from animal besties! 🎧 Listen to the Episode 🐭 What Kids Will Learn How scientists look at animal's behavior to try to tell what it might be thinki

How did the Earth begin, and how do scientists know? In this episode, we'll meet Bill Bottke and learn how mysterious, ancient asteroids might hold the secrets to how the solar system began. We'll also hear an incredible story about the very beginnings of our planet--so buckle up for an amazing adventure! 🎧 Listen to the Episode 🌎 What Kids Will Learn How scientists think Earth formed How scientists use space rocks like asteroids and meteorites to uncover clues about Earth'

How do people learn — and how can a video game help us find out? In this episode, we meet cognitive scientist Dr. Charley Wu, who turned Minecraft into a giant science experiment. With help from a “braintrust” of kid Minecraft experts, Lindsay and Marshall explore how Charley used pumpkins, watermelons, and blocky rewards to study when we learn on our own and when we learn from others. Plus, ideas for turning your own games into experiments! 🎧 Listen to the Episode ⛏️ What K

What would Earth be like if our oceans never existed? That’s what Charlie wants to know! We recruit Earth detective Lucia Perez-Diaz to help us track down clues hidden within our planet’s rocks. Our investigation takes us through the mysteries of how water got on Earth, the giant plates moving beneath our feet, and why our oceans are shaped the way they are. Lucia’s also an illustrator, and will draw us an Earth without oceans. What will it look like? Listen to find out. Lea