Tumble Science Podcast for Kids

Tumble Media

Animal Behavior

Evolution

Dreams

Neuroscience

Axolotl

Toxoplasma Gondii

Cats

Xochimilco

Black Holes

Science Trivia

Poopology

Play In Animals

Capybara

Environmental Science

Conservation

Time Travel

Oregon Zoo

Parasites

Cicadas

Child Development

A Common Sense Selection! Exploring stories of science discovery. Tumble is a science podcast created to be enjoyed by the entire family. Hosted & produced by Lindsay Patterson (science journalist) & Marshall Escamilla (teacher). Visit www.tumblepodcast.com for educational content.

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Publishes	Twice monthly	Episodes	310	Founded	11 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Kids & FamilyEducation for Kids

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Latest Episodes

Could a Peacock and Platypus Be Friends? Mailbag + Joke-ha-thon!

You asked, we answered! In this mailbag episode, we're tackling three big kid questions: why does the ground keep spinning after you stop? Do magnets work in space? And could a peacock and a platypus ever be BFFs? We get answers from real experts, as... more

29 May 2026 • 25 min • Most popular

Pluto and the Planetary Pandemonium - Encore

This is a rebroadcast of one of our favorite episodes from the past!

It’s a scientific controversy of planetary proportions! Is Pluto a planet, or not? You decide, after we present two sides of an epic astronomy argument. Back in 2006, the Internati... more

15 May 2026 • 24 min • Popular

Who Works Harder: Ants or Bees?

Both ants and bees work hard. So which one works harder? That’s what our listener Hadi wants to know! So we’re pitting insect against insect in a battle of industriousness. Ants or bees: Who will win?! Tune in as we attempt to crown the Hardest Worki... more

1 May 2026 • 27 min • Popular

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Are Animals Ticklish? (Mailbag + New song!)

A special “tickle attack” Mailbag edition of Tumble! We’re tackling your questions about whether animals can be tickled, and why we laugh when we’re tickled. David Leavens, a professor of psychology, helps us break down the not-so-silly science of ti... more

17 Apr 2026 • 20 min

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Recent Guests

Laurel Westcott

Animal Welfare Specialist at the Oregon Zoo

Oregon Zoo

Episode: Could a Peacock and Platypus Be Friends? Mailbag + Joke-ha-thon!

Alvaro Chavarra

Professor (physics)

University of Washington

Episode: Could a Peacock and Platypus Be Friends? Mailbag + Joke-ha-thon!

Sarah Harris

Pediatrician

Dr. Harris's practice

Episode: Could a Peacock and Platypus Be Friends? Mailbag + Joke-ha-thon!

Kirby Runyon

Postdoctoral planetary geomorphologist

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Episode: Pluto and the Planetary Pandemonium - Encore

Mike Brown

Astronomer who discovered Eris

Caltech (as referenced)

Episode: Pluto and the Planetary Pandemonium - Encore

Joel Green

Project scientist

Space Telescope Science Institute

Episode: Pluto and the Planetary Pandemonium - Encore

Dr. Sammy Ramsey

Endowed Assistant Professor of Entomology, University of Colorado Boulder; National Geographic Explorer; host of NatGeo documentary The Secrets of the Bees

University of Colorado Boulder / National Geographic

Episode: Who Works Harder: Ants or Bees?

David Leavens

Psychologist and expert on tickling

University of Sussex, England

Episode: Are Animals Ticklish? (Mailbag + New song!)

Natalia Mondi

Master's student in Forest and Conservation Sciences

University of British Columbia (Mother Tree Project) under Dr. Suzanne Simard

Episode: Do Trees Think?

Hosts

Lindsay Patterson

Science journalist and host; co-creator of the show, often guiding guest introductions and science storytelling.

Marshall Escamilla

Teacher and co-host; adds hands-on educational framing and approachable explanations, sometimes also handles music and production notes.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 4.3k ratings

🤷🏼‍♂️ IDK if cats are good
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Don’t make me cry
United Statesa month ago
Please put this one in a mailbox episode 🤞🏻also ants win
Hi! In response to the last episode. For the ants versus bees ants win i think. They’re just so cool. Also could you please put this question in the next mailbox episode? My question is, why aren’t there tornadoes in Washington state? (Not dc) Thanks! Just say from Ollie. (Short for Oliver.) also later this year could you give me a birthday shoutout for 10/23? Okay, so I listened to the latest mailbox episode and what that person said about the Minecraft movie being wrong is SO RIGHT. I agree wi... more
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same elementary school kid
United Statesa month ago
please put this one in the next mailbox episode!
Please read my review from last Thursday for some reason it’s at the bottom so if you’re doing a mailbox episode PLEASE scroll to the bottom. But please read this one too. Love this podcast, ants win, and my question is, why isn’t there tornadoes in Washington state? Also whoever said in the last mailbox episode that the Minecraft movie is wrong, they are so right! Again, love the podcast! Oh, also if you put my question in a mailbox episode can you say by the name Ollie please? Maybe could you ... more
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Same Elementary school kid2
United Statesa month ago
Please spread the word
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Listeners praise the approachable, family-friendly delivery of science topics and the host duo's rapport.

Positive sentiment around guest expertise and the show's ability to connect science with everyday life.

Some feedback notes disappointment about ads, but overall positive on content quality and educational value.

Guests and episodes are frequently described as credible and engaging, with clear explanations suitable for kids.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts	#23	United States/Kids & Family/Education for Kids
Apple Podcasts	#106	United States/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts	#18	Canada/Kids & Family/Education for Kids
Apple Podcasts	#22	United Kingdom/Kids & Family/Education for Kids
Apple Podcasts	#82	Canada/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts	#145	United Kingdom/Kids & Family

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Could a Peacock and Platypus Be Friends? Mailbag + Joke-ha-thon!

Q: Hi, my name is Sloane. I'm 11, and I was wondering, how would magnets work in space?

Professor Chavarria explains that magnetic forces are the same in space as on Earth, but without gravity there's nothing to press objects against surfaces, so magnets will float and exert forces on nearby magnetic materials, potentially causing them to drift and clump around the magnet.

Who Works Harder: Ants or Bees?

Q: How can we trust you given your knowledge and potential biases toward bees?

Dr. Sammy discloses his research focus on bees but emphasizes a balanced approach, highlighting that his role is to weigh evidence objectively across categories.

Who Works Harder: Ants or Bees?

Q: How do you intend to be fair when you're submitting evidence for both insects?

Dr. Sammy explains that fairness comes from comparing the same qualities—home, food, travel, and brood care—across both insects to avoid apples-to-oranges bias.

Are Animals Ticklish? (Mailbag + New song!)

Q: Well, let's start this question that we got in an email from Lily, Liam and Brody G. Their question is, why can humans be tickled, but dogs can't?

Dogs are ticklish too, but they don't laugh in the same way humans do; they show ticklishness through bodily movements, quick leg jerks, and other responses that aren't always audible laughter, revealing species-specific expressions of ticklishness.

Do Trees Think?

Q: Well first, what would it mean for a tree to think?

Natalia explains that thinking for a tree is not conscious thought like humans, but a form of signal processing where signals travel from leaves down to roots and through fungal networks to coordinate growth and resource-sharing.

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A kid-friendly science show that blends playful storytelling with accessible explanations across a wide range of topics, from planetary science and deep space to animal behavior and ecology. Episodes frequently feature expert guests and teachers who help translate complex research into ready-to-share takeaways for families, with a strong emphasis on curiosity, hands-on learning, and the scientific process. The format pairs light banter between two hosts—one a science journalist and the other a teacher—with clear demonstrations, real-world examples, and listener engagement, making it a solid fit for families seeking educational entertainment.

Noteworthy strengths include a consistent educational focus tailored for children, guest scientists... more

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Recent guests on Tumble Science Podcast for Kids include:

1. Laurel Westcott
2. Alvaro Chavarra
3. Sarah Harris
4. Kirby Runyon
5. Mike Brown
6. Joel Green
7. Dr. Sammy Ramsey
8. David Leavens

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