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Brains On! Science podcast for kids

Brains On Universe
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Climate Change
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Trees
Mystery Sounds
Dogs
Whales
Puberty
Asthma
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Stickers
Crystals
Food Allergies
Phones
Vacuums
Down Syndrome
Neanderthals
Lightning
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Brains On!ยฎ 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 theyโ€™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. Sales a... more

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Does it seem like your dog knows what youโ€™re going to do before you do it? Do they know how youโ€™re feeling? Weโ€™re going to answer these questions by talking to Dr. Alexandra Horowitz from the Dog Cognition Lab at Barnard College. Weโ€™ll take a look at... more

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The hair on our heads is on our minds. We have fun with follicles and learn about how they make hair. Our experts help us decipher what makes hair black or brown, blonde or red, and even why it turns gray. From eye lashes to ear and nose hair, this e... more

This is a sneak peak of a bonus episode available to Smarty Pass members. Itโ€™s a follow up to our Forever Ago episode on the history of pizza. In this one, we look at the man who made pineapple on pizza a thing. Plus, we tell the story of how pineapp... more

Marc and Sanden are back as the Hoax Hunters. This time theyโ€™re looking at the myths surrounding crystals. For hundreds of years, people have believed that these rocks are special and have powers. But is there any proof? Join Marc, Sanden and Mystery... more

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Shani Francis
Dermatologist and director of the Hair Center of Excellence
North Shore University Health System, Evanston, Illinois
Episode: The hows and whys of hair
Sandy Cook
Evolutionary biologist studying hair
Penn State University
Episode: The hows and whys of hair
Shane Price
Founder of Green Circle Salons
Green Circle Salons
Episode: The hows and whys of hair
Sandin Totten
Friend/guest who explains facial hair functions
Brains On
Episode: The hows and whys of hair
Marisa Galvez
Professor of French and Italian at Stanford University; historian of crystals in the Middle Ages
Stanford University
Episode: Hoax Hunters: Why do crystals feel so special?
Quinn Austin
Child participant from Charlotte, North Carolina
Brains On mystery sounds
Episode: Mystery Sound Extravaganza fall 2026
Nick Holoka
Expert on body mechanics and movement from Penn State University
Penn State University
Episode: Why do we need pinky toes?
Constantina Theofanopoulou
Research Assistant Professor at the Rockefeller University; professional dancer
Rockefeller University
Episode: Why does music make us dance?
Sophia Eris
DJ and radio host
DJ (solo artist, performer worldwide)
Episode: Why does music make us dance?

Host

Molly Bloom
Host of Brains On Universe / Brains On, with a long-running central role in guiding episodes and interviews.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 22.1k ratings
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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Boottatos
    Indonesia2 months ago
  • Exa-lent

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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kiana Allyn
    New Zealand3 months ago
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    Apple Podcasts
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    United Kingdom3 months ago
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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    76380023
    China3 months ago
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    Apple Podcasts
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    Shawn34543
    China3 months ago

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The hows and whys of hair
Q: What determines whether hair is curly or straight?
The shape of the hair follicle; circular follicles produce straight hair while oval ones create curls, with tighter curls associated with more ellipsoidal shapes.
The hows and whys of hair
Q: Why are some hairs different colors?
Hair color depends on the type and amount of pigment (melanin) in each hair strand, with more eumelanin giving darker colors and pheomelanin contributing red/blonde tones.
Why does music make us dance?
Q: Why do we start bopping when we hear music?
Because our brains are wired for rhythm entrainment; when the beat is heard, the brain predicts and translates it into movement almost automatically, which makes dancing feel almost involuntary.
Do plants fart?
Q: What do you think it would sound like if plants farted?
The hosts imagine tiny, high-pitched sounds, joking about a 'peep, peep, peep' noise and confirming it would likely be quiet and faint.
Do plants fart?
Q: And what surprised you the most about what we've learned so far?
Zsa Zsa expresses surprise at the abundance of invisible plant structures like tiny butt holes (pores) and how microbes inside plants contribute to gas production.

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A lighthearted, education-forward show that makes science approachable for curious kids and their grown-ups. Each episode blends kid-hosted questions with expert explanations across a wide range of topicsโ€”from space and planetary science to biology, neuroscience, and everyday physicsโ€”often featuring a mystery sound, listener questions, and hands-on demonstrations. A signature strength is translating complex ideas into relatable stories and kid-friendly analogies, while weaving in light humor and recurring segments that invite audience participation. The format tends to emphasize curiosity, critical thinking, and practical science literacy, with guests ranging from university researchers to field experts and educators. It often pairs enterta... more

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7. Nick Holoka
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