by American Public Media
Brains On!® is a science podcast for curious kids and adults from American Public Media. Each week, a different kid co-host joins Molly Bloom to find answers to fascinating questions about the world sent in by listeners. Like, do dogs know they’re dogs? Or, why do feet stink? Plus, we have mystery sounds for you to guess, songs for you to dance to, and lots of facts -- all checked by experts.
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March 11, 2025
<p><strong>Brains On is a non-profit public radio program. There are lots of ways to support the show:</strong><br><br><strong><a href="https://support.americanpublicmedia.org/BOU-pod-ms" class="c-link">Support</a></strong><a href="https://support.americanpublicmedia.org/BOU-pod-ms" class="c-link"> the podcast with donation</a> | <strong><a href="https://www.smartypass.org/" class="c-link">Subscribe</a></strong><a href="https://www.smartypass.org/" class="c-link"> to Smarty Pass for ad-free episodes and bonus content</a> | <strong><a href="https://www.publicmediamarket.org/collections/brains-on-1" class="c-link">Buy </a></strong><a href="https://www.publicmediamarket.org/collections/brains-on-1" class="c-link">our book and merch</a> | <strong><a href="https://www.brainson.org/page/events" class="c-link">Come</a></strong><a href="https://www.brainson.org/page/events" class="c-link"> to our live shows</a><br><br>Collecting Pokémon cards. Trading friendship bracelets. Painting your nails black. All these things have been trendy at some point, somewhere. But how did they become cool? And who made them popular?<br><br>Join Molly and co-host Harlynn as they explore the fussy and fabulous world of trends. Sanden will reveal how trends start and spread throughout a population—and why beige wallpaper it out and mocha mousse brown is IN! They’ll also learn about trends in animal populations like orca whales and chimpanzees. To top things off, Marc will start a fad by accident: fruit pants! (Yes, they’re literally pants with dried fruit stuck to them.) Plus, a super cool mystery sound.<br><br>Today’s episode is sponsored by: </p><br/><ul><br/><li><p>Indeed.com/brainson - Receive a $75 sponsored job credit</p></li><br/><li><p>Experience Disney's Snow White, only in theaters March 21. Rated PG, parental guidance suggested.</p></li><br/><br/></ul>
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Hosts Anna and Marc explore the world of obscure words and skateboard poltergeists
March 4, 2025
<p><strong>Brains On is a non-profit public radio program. There are lots of ways to support the show:</strong><br><strong><a href="https://support.americanpublicmedia.org/BOU-pod-ms" class="c-link">Support</a></strong><a href="https://support.americanpublicmedia.org/BOU-pod-ms" class="c-link"> the podcast with donation</a> | <strong><a href="https://www.smartypass.org/" class="c-link">Subscribe</a></strong><a href="https://www.smartypass.org/" class="c-link"> to Smarty Pass for ad-free episodes and bonus content</a> | <strong><a href="https://www.publicmediamarket.org/collections/brains-on-1" class="c-link">Buy </a></strong><a href="https://www.publicmediamarket.org/collections/brains-on-1" class="c-link">our book and merch</a> | <strong><a href="https://www.brainson.org/page/events" class="c-link">Come</a></strong><a href="https://www.brainson.org/page/events" class="c-link"> to our live shows</a><br><br>Solar panels capture energy from the sun and turn it into electricity. But how do they work?Join guest host Rosie duPont and co-host Anna as they explore the ins and outs of solar energy! </p><br/><p>Marc and his latest invention, Sal the solar bot, stop by the studio for a special solar demonstration — then the Earth and Moon chat about why solar power is an important tool for slowing down climate change. </p><br/><p>Plus, an electrifying new mystery sound!</p><br/><p><a href="https://www.brainson.org/episode/2017/12/05/shocking-the-science-of-static-electricity-series-pt-1" class="default">Check out our series all about electricity too!</a><br><br>Today’s episode is sponsored by: <br>Indeed.com/brainson - Receive a $75 sponsored job credit</p><br/><p>Experience Disney's Snow White, only in theaters March 21. Rated PG, parental guidance suggested.</p>
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