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Orbit: Science for kids on the move!

Cumbre Kids
Giant Pacific Octopus
Ocean Conservation
Titanoboa
Atoms
Dental Hygiene
Marine Biology
Mammals
Science Education
Molecules
Baby Teeth
Cavities
Paleontology
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Teeth
Dreams
Sleep
Chemicals
Sugar Bugs
Tooth Fairy
Pollination

Kids ask + scientists answer! Featuring scientists from leading museums, universities, zoos, and more! Perfect for families with children ages 3-11 🌟 Submit your kids' questions: www.cumbrekids.org/questions A podcast by Cumbre Kids. Episodes in Spanish on: 🧬 Cráneo: Ciencia para niños curiosos 🦎 Camaleón: Animales para niños curiosos

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Latest Episodes

🐝 Earth Day activities for families: LINK

Ever watched bees buzzing around and thought, what are they actually up to? 🐝🌼

In this super exciting episode, we dive into the tiny (but mighty!) world of bees and discover how they help plants grow, fl... more

This week, we orbiters learn about orbiting! 🚀 This episode dives into the science and technology of machines in outer space, zooming around the Earth! Alongside Joelle Romeu, an aerospace engineer with Boeing Company, we learn what satellites are, ... more

Hey there, Orbiters! This week we're visiting the incredible San Antonio Zoo in San Antonio, Texas 🦁🐒 to understand the inner workings of zoos! We're joined by Andreau Papadakis to learn why zoos exist, the role they play in protecting species thro... more

Ever wonder how drones can help scientists take care of wide open spaces? 🚁🌾 What do they look for from the sky—and how does that help wildlife on the ground? 🦌

This week on Orbit, we’re joined by Dr. Humberto Perotto from the Texas A&M Departmen... more

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Recent Guests

Laura Gonzalez Mozo
Entomologist at the American Museum of Natural History, expert guest on bees and pollination
American Museum of Natural History
Episode: Bees: The great pollinators! (Earth Day special)
Joelle Romeu
Aerospace engineer and expert in space systems
Boeing
Episode: How do satellites stay in orbit? (Aerospace engineers)
Andreau Papadakis
Coordinator of animal programs at the San Antonio Zoo, Education Department
San Antonio Zoo
Episode: How zoos care for animals! (zoologist)
Humberto Perotto
Associate Professor, Texas A&M University, Department of Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management
Texas A&M University
Episode: Drones and the future of rangelands (Rangeland Managers)
Ariana Vargas
Professor in the Department of Dental Hygiene at Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University
Episode: What’s a cavity? (Dental Hygienists)
Dr. Fernanda Sulantay-Vargas
A Salvadoran scientist studying atoms and their properties
Yale University
Episode: The building blocks of the universe!
Dr. Lina Perez-Angel
Geoscientist at Brown University studying rocks and sediment to discover climate changes over the last 5 million years in tropical environments.
Brown University
Episode: Sedimentary Rocks: Nature's time machines!
Dr. Daniel Davila-Williams
Pediatric Neurologist at Texas Children's Hospital
Texas Children's Hospital
Episode: Why do we dream?
Dr. Silvia Pineda-Munoz
Paleontologist and ecologist studying ancient animals through their fossils
Climate Ages
Episode: Mammal teeth: Elephants, whales, humans and more!

Host

Robert Carpenter
Host of Orbit; frequent lead host with science outreach focus

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Amazing work from Cumbre!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sega.91
    Canada7 months ago
  • The perfect mix

    Love love love this podcast. So educational and so fun. The perfect blend for kids (and adults)!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mscurrm
    Australia7 months ago
  • Is the best program for kids

    Great content and great people

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nashi3_18
    Mexico7 months ago
  • Love Orbit!

    Big fan of Cumbre Kids. So excited to see the new podcast out! (And Milam is awesome!)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RAS1993_
    United States7 months ago
  • Educational and Fun!

    We are so excited for this new show. Can’t wait for future episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Webs713
    United States7 months ago

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Parents say the show is engaging and kid-friendly, with clear science explanations.
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How do satellites stay in orbit? (Aerospace engineers)
Q: What was the first satellite launched to orbit?
The first satellite was Sputnik 1, launched by the Soviet Union in 1957; today there are thousands of active satellites, including the International Space Station.
How do satellites stay in orbit? (Aerospace engineers)
Q: What kinds of jobs work on satellites?
Teams of engineers, technicians, and business specialists collaborate to build satellite systems, with roles spanning engineering, finance, contracts, and communications to explain the space system to the public.
How do satellites stay in orbit? (Aerospace engineers)
Q: What is an aerospace engineer?
An aerospace engineer solves problems using math and science, designs and builds things, and often works on both airplanes and space systems like satellites.
Bees: The great pollinators! (Earth Day special)
Q: What is pollination and what parts of the plant are involved?
Pollination is the transfer of pollen from the anther to the stigma, enabling fertilization in the ovary to form seeds and fruit.
Bees: The great pollinators! (Earth Day special)
Q: Why do bees sting and what happens to them after they sting?
Only female bees sting; they sting to defend themselves or their colony, and honeybees die after stinging because their stinger has barbs that tear away tissue when pulled away.

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1. Laura Gonzalez Mozo
2. Joelle Romeu
3. Andreau Papadakis
4. Humberto Perotto
5. Ariana Vargas
6. Dr. Fernanda Sulantay-Vargas
7. Dr. Lina Perez-Angel
8. Dr. Daniel Davila-Williams

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