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Imagine This

ABC Australia
Water Cycle
Snot
Stars
Magnets
Nasal Mucus
Emotions
Earth
Electrons
Sunscreen
Atoms
Dew
Germs
Boogers
Phone Reception
Black Holes
NITS
Worms
Iron
Condensation
Evaporation

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... more

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Latest Episodes

The Imaginarium has been inundated with requests for some of your favourite episodes! Let's dive in...

Up here on land, we breathe air into our lungs but how do fish breathe underwater? Is there air in the sea? Do fish have lungs like us? Let’s head... more

We've been spring cleaning the Imaginarium and have come across some old favourites! This golden oldie's a gas... literally!

Today we're talking about something that all of us do. They can be loud or soft, sometimes smelly and almost always funny. W... more

Evie wants to know, "How is soil made?"

Soil is everywhere but where does it come from? And why does it get treated like dirt?

Nij and the kids team up with Dr Samantha Grover from the Soil-Atmosphere-Anthroposphere Lab at RMIT University. Togethe... more

Jamie wants to know, "What makes food spicy?" and Jacob asks, "Where does spice come from, how is it made and why does milk help?"

Let's follow the flavours that tickle our tastebuds with sensory scientist Professor Heather Smyth. Nij and the kids w... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Kourosh Kalantar-Zadeh
Professor of Engineering
Episode: FAN FAVE: Why do farts come out of your bum?
Sam Grover
Professor leading Soil-Atmosphere-Anthroposphere Lab at RMIT
RMIT University
Episode: How is soil made?
Heather Smyth
Professor, flavour chemist and sensory scientist
Episode: What makes food spicy?
Professor Shawn Kook
Lead of the Engine Research Lab at UNSW
University of New South Wales (UNSW)
Episode: How do engines make cars move?
Tu'uhevaha Kaitu'u-Lino
Deputy Head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Melbourne
University of Melbourne
Episode: How do babies grow inside a tummy?
Professor Pablo Fernández-Peñas
A dermatologist who explains the effects of UV rays and the importance of sunscreen.
Episode: Why do we need sunscreen and how does it work?
Kim Murphy
Medical scientist and a snot specialist
Episode: What is snot and why do we have it?
Nate Byrne
Meteorologist and weather scientist
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Episode: Why is there dew on everything in the morning?
Dr. Cathy Foley
Renowned physicist and former chief scientist of Australia
Episode: How do magnets work?

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Nij
Host of the show
Dr. Niraj Lal
Host of Imagine This

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
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    Why do your hair get darker when you get older?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Imagine This is the best !!!
    Australia17 days ago
  • Won’t regret listening🥳

    Hope you make more episode soon.

    Please bring out how is colour made?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    katecai123
    Australia17 days ago
  • Joni’s Question

    Where do tears come from and why do we cry when we are sad?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The sleeper 2.0
    Australia17 days ago
  • Great for little minds

    My daughter loves this podcast, she remembers what she learns and talks about it all the time. We need more eps

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LilBoni
    Australia18 days ago
  • Op this is op and good

    Best in the world

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ybucyfcyrftr
    Australiaa month ago

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Parents note the episodes are informative and entertaining for homeschooling.
Listeners appreciate the kid-friendly science explanations and imaginative framing.
Guests' expertise is seen as credible and well-suited for curious kids.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#132
United Kingdom/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#8
Australia/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#20
New Zealand/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#31
Chile/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#34
Ireland/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#42
Singapore/Kids & Family

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FAN FAVE: Why do farts come out of your bum?
Q: Why do farts smell at all if most of the gas is odorless?
Most of the fart gas is indeed odorless, but a tiny fraction contains sulfur-containing molecules that are responsible for the rotten-egg smell; these sulfur compounds are extremely potent so even small amounts can create a strong odor.
How do engines make cars move?
Q: My name is Arija, and I want to know how do engines make cars move?
Shawn explains that engines convert the energy from air and fuel into controlled explosions that push pistons up and down; this motion is transformed into turning force by the crankshaft, which drives the wheels through the transmission.
How do magnets work?
Q: How do magnets work?
Magnets work because their electrons align and spin in the same direction, creating a strong magnetic field.
How do magnets work?
Q: What are magnets?
Magnets can come in all shapes and sizes and have an invisible magnetic field that pulls or pushes on other magnets.
What are nits and why do they make us itch?
Q: Why do head lice make us itch?
It's the saliva of the head lice that makes us itchy, not the nits themselves.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Imagine This

What is Imagine This about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This science-focused show targets curious kids with hands-on explanations of everyday phenomena, balancing imaginative storytelling with expert insights. Episodes cover a broad range of kid-friendly topics—from how sunscreen protects skin and why yawning happens to how magnets work, why we have snot, and where dew comes from—often featuring leading scientists or researchers who explain concepts in accessible ways. The format leans into playful experiments, storytelling, and questions from young listeners, making complex ideas feel approachable and entertaining for families. A notable strength is cross-disciplinary guest involvement, including dermatologists, physicists, meteorologists, and educators, which helps keep content fresh and credi... more

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1. Dr. Kourosh Kalantar-Zadeh
2. Sam Grover
3. Heather Smyth
4. Professor Shawn Kook
5. Tu'uhevaha Kaitu'u-Lino
6. Professor Pablo Fernández-Peñas
7. Kim Murphy
8. Nate Byrne

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