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But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids

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Gretchen Rubin
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But Why is a show led by kids. They ask the questions and we find the answers. It’s a big interesting world out there. On But Why, we tackle topics large and small, about nature, words, even the end of the world. Know a kid with a question? Record it with a smartphone. Be sure to include your kid's first name, age, and town and send the recording to questions@butwhykids.org!

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Latest Episodes

Why are horses so big? Why do horses have tails and manes? How do their legs move? Are their bones in their hooves? What do they eat and how do they run and jump? We tackle those questions and more in this episode all about horses. We’ll also learn a... more

Volcanoes have been erupting on Earth for BILLIONS of years, and they’re still creating new landscapes today! Volcanoes can seem mysterious and scary, but people all over the world have learned to live in close proximity to active volcanoes. Today we... more

But Why went somewhere really cool - literally - and we’re taking you along! We visited Sólheimajökull, a glacier in southern Iceland and then talked with University of Iceland glaciologist Guðfinna Aðalgeirsdóttir to discover how glaciers are formed... more

Have you noticed especially hazy skies where you live over the last few summers? While many parts of the world are experiencing more frequent and intense wildfires, even places that are nowhere near the fires are being impacted by the smoke from fire... more

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Recent Guests

Freysteinn Sigmundsson
Volcanologist at the University of Iceland studying how the planet works and volcanic activity.
University of Iceland
Episode: When did volcanoes start existing?
Joel Thornton
Professor of atmospheric and climate science
University of Washington
Episode: How does wildfire smoke travel so far?
Gregg Furie
Primary care doctor and medical director for climate and sustainability
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Episode: How does wildfire smoke travel so far?
Don Lyons
Director of Conservation Science for the National Audubon Society's Seabird Institute
National Audubon Society
Episode: Why are puffins' beaks so colorful?
Dr. Erica Brozovsky
Sociolinguist and host of PBS show Otherwords
PBS
Episode: Who invented the English language?
Lindsay Donnell
A company dancer with Dance Theatre of Harlem
Dance Theatre of Harlem
Episode: Chameleons, jellyfish and ballerinas! Check out But Why Bites
Dr. Melania Alvarez
Outreach Coordinator for the Department of Mathematics at the University of British Columbia and Education Coordinator for the Pacific Institute for the Mathematical Sciences.
University of British Columbia
Episode: Who created math problems?
Kenji López-Alt
Food writer, author of The Food Lab and The Children's Book, Every Night is Pizza Night, and host of Kenji's Cooking Show
Episode: Why do some people like spicy food?
Dr. Jeff Yu
Pediatric dermatologist
Massachusetts General Hospital
Episode: Why do we need to use sunscreen?

Host

Jane Lindholm
Jane Lindholm is the host, guiding the exploration of questions posed by children with expertise and enthusiasm. She engages in discussions with various experts and provides informative content that captivates young audiences.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 8.8k ratings
  • Butt why

    Me likey this pod! Not listen tho

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bookturtle2015
    United States13 days ago
  • Finally, everyone calmed down

    Finally, everyone calmed down about the baby episode. Thank god! Anyway! I am Ava and l like in (whispers Wichita, Kansas) And my question is How are Legos made? Tysm!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Unstoppable today_8
    United States14 days ago
  • LOVE YOUR SHOW 😍😍😍

    I love your show I listen to it every night before I go to sleep. It’s filled with great knowledge and very informative content and I think it’s great for all ages 👍🏼P.S can you do an episode on Turkeys 🦃?

    My name is Eve, I am 11 yrs old and I live in Cape Town South Africa 🇿🇦

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christina Rock
    United States15 days ago
  • Sage Stagg🦊

    Love it so much make a episode about how do you make clothes 👕👚👔👗👕👙🩲🩱👘🩳🦺🥼🧥please keep it coming and keep up the good work I love it 🥰

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stawbary stagg
    United States17 days ago
  • But why?

    I absolutely love this podcast. It’s so good. I like all the questions and I love all the explain it so well spoke just so good listen to both like before bed while just chilling in the car on a long car ride

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Podcast 112
    United States18 days ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some feedback highlights a desire for improved methods for children to submit questions, noting the current email system may be challenging for some kids.
Overall, reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with kids loving the interactive aspect of asking questions.
Listeners appreciate the informative content, describing it as fun and engaging for kids.
Many parents express gratitude for the educational value and the way complex topics are explained simply.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#13
United States/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#12
Canada/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#36
United Kingdom/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#40
Australia/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#59
Italy/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#230
Germany/Kids & Family

Talking Points

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When did volcanoes start existing?
Q: Why do volcanoes form?
Volcanoes form due to heat that needs to escape from the interior of the earth, causing molten rock to rise.
When did volcanoes start existing?
Q: How do volcanoes erupt?
Volcanoes erupt when pressure builds up from the magma accumulating beneath the surface, causing an explosive release.
When did volcanoes start existing?
Q: How many years ago did volcanoes start existing?
The first volcanoes formed around 20 million years ago, although their origin dates back to the planet's formation.
Why are puffins' beaks so colorful?
Q: Why do puffins live on such high cliffs?
High cliffs give puffins space to gain speed for flight when leaving their nests, as they need to flap their wings fast to fly.
Why are puffins' beaks so colorful?
Q: Why do puffins live underground?
Puffins nest underground to protect their eggs and chicks from predators.

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