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Orbit: Science for kids on the move!

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The podcast that brings families together around curiosity 🌠 Perfect for kids ages 3–11 🌟 We invite scientists from museums, universities, and zoos to answer fun - fascinating - sometimes hilarious questions from children around the world. Families learn together by following kids’ curiosity! šŸ¤” Send us your questions: www.cumbrekids.org/questions šŸ’› Our promise to parents: www.cumbrekids.org/ou... more

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Latest Episodes

Ever wonder how hurricanes form, why they spin, or why some storms get names? Join Rob, Hank, and cohost Milam as we explore the wild science of hurricanes with meteorologist Steve LaVoie from the National Weather Service!

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Ever wondered if rocks can melt like cheese, explode out of volcanoes, or travel to the bottom of the ocean?

Join Rob, Hank, and special cohost Kenji as we follow the incredible adventure of Walter the Rock through the rock cycle with geoscientist ... more

Ever wonder what exactly is a flash flood? Are all floods flash floods? We have a fascinating episode featuring Nichole Cronce, a hydrologist from the National Weather Service. Join Rob, Hank and Sam as we learn not only about the science of floods, ... more

This week, we dive beneath the surface - exploring the human heart not through sight, but through sound.

Joined by Victoria Rivera, a cardiac sonographer at Texas Children’s Hospital, we uncover the fascinating world of sonography and echolocation. ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Lina PƩrez-Angel
Geoscientist from Colombia, Brown University
Brown University; Geological Society of America
Episode: Magma, volcanoes, and fossils! The incredible rock cycle
Nichole Cronce
Hydrologist, National Weather Service
National Weather Service, Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center, Pennsylvania
Episode: Whoosh! How fast are flash floods?
Victoria Rivera
registered diagnostic cardiac sonographer with Texas Children's Hospital
Texas Children's Hospital
Episode: How ultrasound 'sees' inside the body (Cardiac sonographer)
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!

Host

Robert Carpenter
Host of Orbit: Science for kids on the move!, guides interviews and segments

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Amazing work from Cumbre!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sega.91
    Canada9 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
    Australia9 months ago
  • Is the best program for kids

    Great content and great people

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nashi3_18
    Mexico9 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 States9 months ago
  • Educational and Fun!

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Webs713
    United States9 months ago

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Guests bring strong expertise and clear explanations
Questions from kids feel authentic and engaging
Great energy and accessible science for families

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Whoosh! How fast are flash floods?
Q: What is a flood?
A flood is when water overflows onto land that is normally dry; a flash flood is a flood that happens very quickly, in minutes to hours.
How ultrasound 'sees' inside the body (Cardiac sonographer)
Q: What was the hardest thing you had to learn about becoming a cardiac stenographer?
The hardest part is getting perfect images when the heart moves or the patient is wiggly; it takes lots of practice, patience, and learning from experienced colleagues to get clear pictures.
How ultrasound 'sees' inside the body (Cardiac sonographer)
Q: How do people become cardiac stenographers?
People become cardiac stenographers through college programs—either an associate degree or a bachelor's—plus hands-on clinical training and practice with patients under supervision.
How ultrasound 'sees' inside the body (Cardiac sonographer)
Q: What is a cardiac sonographer?
A cardiac sonographer is someone who uses an ultrasound machine to take pictures of the heart, acting as the eyes for the cardiologist and helping doctors decide how to care for the patient.
How ultrasound 'sees' inside the body (Cardiac sonographer)
Q: Do ultrasound machines use the same kind of sound waves that bats or dolphins use in the wild?
Yes, ultrasound is related to echolocation used by bats and dolphins; animals and medical imaging both send out sound waves and listen for echoes to form pictures.

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What is Orbit: Science for kids on the move! about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Families around curiosity are guided through kid-friendly science conversations with researchers and museum/zoo staff. Episodes cover rocks and geoscience, floods and hydrology, ultrasound and medical imaging, behavioral economics for kids, pollinators, satellites, zoo animal care, drones in rangelands, dental health, atomic science, and marine life. The show blends interactive questions, hands-on activities, and real-world applications to make science approachable for ages 3–11, often featuring hands-on demonstrations, classroom-style interviews, and clear paths to careers in STEM. A standout trait is bringing expert guests from prominent institutions into accessible, family-focused storytelling, with strong emphasis on curiosity, safety, ... more

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2. Nichole Cronce
3. Victoria Rivera
4. Laura Gonzalez Mozo
5. Joelle Romeu
6. Andreau Papadakis
7. Humberto Perotto
8. Ariana Vargas

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