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Tumble Science Podcast for Kids

Tumble Media
Animal Behavior
Evolution
Dreams
Neuroscience
Black Holes
Axolotl
Toxoplasma Gondii
Cats
Xochimilco
Poopology
Science Trivia
Capybara
Play In Animals
Environmental Science
Time Travel
Conservation
Oregon Zoo
Cicadas
Language
Parasites

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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Latest Episodes

What would happen if the Moon disappeared? How big is the universe, really? And what happens to atoms inside a black hole? Marshall and Lindsay get the answers to some cosmic questions in this special mailbag episode!

If you want to have your commen... more

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

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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

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

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Recent Guests

Karen Masters
Professor of Astronomy and Physics, science advisor for the episode
Haverford College
Episode: Are there atoms in a black hole? ... and other questions about space - Summer Mailbag!
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!)

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 4.4k ratings
  • I💙🧀

    In response to the last episode, ants don’t want to win because they’re natures biological if/

    Then machines. Where else, bees express high levels of intelligence, individualism, and play. Ants also eat baby bees, so the bees are probably chanting something like “bees are best! Ants are idiots! Bees are best! Ants are idiots!”
.. and so on and so forth. Also, put this in a mail bag. P.S.: cats are sooooo not evil. Mine’s only slightly grumpy. Okay, really grumpy. But that’s only because his aunt... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ductleby
    United States16 days ago
  • NopecatsarenotevilYOUREevilyallarebeingstupid

    CATS.

    ARE.

    NOT.

    EVIL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bookturtle2015
    United States18 days ago
  • Ooooooooooooooohhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

    I love Tumble â€ïžđŸ„°đŸ„°đŸ„°

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cyntha14
    China20 days ago
  • Cats are sooooo evil

    I love this podcast it is so funny and interesting and I have learned so much on this podcast but back to cars being evil all they do is sleep all day and do nothing but eat and sleep they are evil mean and lazy if you have any facts against this good luck cuz cats are evillllll I had a cat like five years ago and it was so mean it would hiss at me and scare my sisters and it was no fun because it was always hiding under our stairs and it always popped in the house it had never in my life time g... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ongnggiioogh
    United States22 days ago
  • Jimmy is evil not cats!!!

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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    unique 007221
    United States24 days ago

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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.

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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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What is Tumble Science Podcast for Kids about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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.

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3. Alvaro Chavarra
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6. Mike Brown
7. Joel Green
8. Dr. Sammy Ramsey

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