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Education for Kids

Education for Kids

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Education for Kids

Education for Kids

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Education for Kids

Education for Kids

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Education for Kids

Education for Kids

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Education for Kids

Education for Kids

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17 Jun

How Long Can Humans Survive in Space Without a Spacesuit? 👨‍🚀🌌

This Week’s Big Questions! You’ve been sending in your brilliantly curious questions, and this week… ☁️ Why do clouds move so slowly? ☀️ What is the Sun made of? 🩹 Why do we heal differently? 👨‍🚀🌌 How long could humans survive in space without a spacesuit? 📷 How do cameras work? 🐦🌳 How do woodpeckers make holes in trees? And jump through a worm hole to Deep Space High, your local inter-galactic school in space. The class are heading down to the space lab to check out an exciting satellite that will be exploring the Sun! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/12/2025

ANCIENT GIANTS: Discover Earth’s Oldest Living Residents🌳🌍

Get ready for another action-packed adventure into the world of science on this week’s Science Weekly. We’re travelling back to the dawn of time to uncover how Earth was created and meeting some of the planet’s oldest and most extraordinary residents. In Science in the News, we explore why UK woodlands are facing a huge crisis, discover the shocking behaviour of rats in Germany, and hear from Connor Bamford from the British Antarctic Survey about what’s been happening to elephant seals in the South Atlantic. Then it’s time for your questions. EJC wants to know how hydrochloric acid cleans pennies, and Joe Williams from Exeter University explains exactly how Earth formed in the first place. Dangerous Dan is back with a creature straight out of a horror movie: The Zombie Snail Parasite. And in Battle of the Sciences, May Chemais from the Ancient Tree Inventory joins us to reveal why ancient trees are some of the greatest survivors on Earth. Plus, K-Mistry and Kareena dive deep into the oceans to uncover how they absorb CO2, why they’re at risk from climate change, and what we can do to help. This week, we learn about:• How Earth was created • Why UK woodlands are in trouble • The surprising hunting skills of German rats • What’s happening to elephant seals in the South Atlantic • The terrifying zombie snail parasite All that and more on this week’s Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17 Jan

VACCINES EXPLAINED: From Covid to Colds and Everything in Between🦠 💉

Get ready for another BIG and BRILLIANT adventure into the world of science on this week’s Science Weekly! In Science in the News, there’s good news for giant pandas as they’re officially no longer endangered. We also hear about a major change of command aboard the ISS. Plus, Ruth Williams from The Wildlife Trust joins us to explain why a record number of octopuses are suddenly appearing in UK waters. The we answer your questions... Ralph wants to know about the different types of stone, and Colin Forsyth from University College London explains what plasma, the forgotten fourth state of matter, is. Dangerous Dan returns with a plant you definitely don’t want to mess with as he reveals the deadly science behind the Castor Bean Plant. And in Battle of the Sciences, Charlie Firth from Oxford University makes the case for vaccines, explaining why they’re one of the most important scientific inventions in human history. Plus, Professor Hallux and Nanobot are back for another adventure, shrinking down inside the human body to explore how antibiotics work and why they’re so powerful. This week, we learn about: The secret fourth state of matter called plasma How vaccines protect your body from disease Why pandas are making a comeback What’s causing octopus numbers to rise in UK waters The dangers of the castor bean plant All that and more on this week’s Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11 Feb

Why Are Leaves Green?🍃🌱

This Week’s Big Questions! You’ve been sending in your brilliantly curious questions, and this week… 🍃 Orla wants to know: Why are leaves green? 🍊 Tommy is wondering: What’s the difference between oranges and mandarins? 🦴 Alana asks: Why do joints click? 🌱 Cooper wants to know: How do we grow? 🌍 Ryan is curious: Why does Earth spin on an axis? Plus, join Principal Pulsar and his class! This week they're learning all about music in space! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7 Feb

OUR PLANET'S STORY: Why Earth Is Called Earth🌍📖

We may have a new name but it's still time for another BIG and BRILLIANT adventure into the world of science on this week’s Science Quest! In Science in the News, scientists discover that Norwegian polar bears are healthier and fatter than ever, old boats are being sunk around the UK to create brand-new habitats for wildlife, and Meganne Christian from the UK Space Agency joins Dan to talk about the importance of women in science ahead of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. It’s time for your questions too. One listener wants to know why cats meow, and language expert Mercedes Durham from Cardiff University explains why our planet is called Earth. Dangerous Dan is back with a strange and mysterious creature called the olm, and in Battle of the Sciences, things get rocky as Shaunna Morrison from Rutgers University makes the case for geoscience and why understanding the Earth beneath our feet really matters. Plus, in Geology Rocks: Earth’s History, join Finley on a journey through time to explore fossils, volcanoes, and how rocks helped form our planet and even our universe. What we learn about: Why cats meow How polar bears in Norway are doing and why it matters How sinking old boats can help wildlife Why women in science are so important The strange underground creature called the olm How rocks, fossils, and volcanoes reveal Earth’s history All that and more on this week’s Science Quest! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25 Apr

How to Date a Dinosaur: The Secrets of Fossil Aging 🦖🦴

Welcome to Science Quest! 🚀 This week, we’re soaring from the English countryside to the edge of outer space in an episode packed with ancient mysteries and modern-day explosions. What Do We Learn About? 🦅 The Eagles Have Landed: Golden Eagles are officially back as a permanent fixture in English skies. Find out how these massive predators are making a comeback! 🚀 Rocket Science is Hard: We investigate the recent Blue Origin launch failure. What went wrong for Jeff Bezos’ team, and how do they fix it? 🚢 Deep Sea Dragons: Otto Uldum from the Viking Ship Museum joins us to reveal a massive Viking longship discovered off the Danish coast. 🎈 The High-Pitch Trick: Leo wants to know why helium makes your voice sound so squeaky. We break down the physics of gas and sound speed! 🦴 Dating Dinosaurs: Daniel Condon from the British Geological Society explains the "atomic clocks" scientists use to figure out exactly how old a fossil is. 🦁 Dangerous Dan: Meet the Antlion, a tiny backyard monster that builds sand-pit traps to ambush its prey. 🧠 Brain Box: Biophysicist Mark Leake explains how the laws of physics control the tiny, invisible machines working inside your body right now. Finally, we join Finley for Geology Rocks to travel back in time! 🦖 We’re exploring the incredible legacy of the dinosaurs, uncovering how bone turns to stone, and learning what these ancient fossils can tell us about the birth of our planet. Follow Science Quest for your weekly dose of discovery and send in your own voicenotes to be part of the show Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/11/2025

BLACK HOLE MYSTERY: Exploring the Universe’s Scariest Place 🌌🕳️

Get ready for another mind-stretching journey on this week’s Science Weekly as we dive into the weirdest, wildest, and most wonderful corners of science! In Science in the News, China’s youngest astronaut has just launched into space, a teenager has built a working robot hand entirely out of Lego, and Neeltje Boogert from Exeter University explains how her team discovered the trick to keeping seagulls away from your snacks at the beach. Then it is over to your questions as Joe Williams answers Jessie’s big one: what actually happens if you go into a black hole? And one listener wants to know the softest metal on Earth. Dangerous Dan is back, and this week he is taking on one of the toughest animals on the planet: the honey badger. In Battle of the Sciences, Alex Dryden dives into AI and economics to discover how computer brains help us make money decisions and understand the world. Plus, Deep Space High returns in Galaxy Gala, where Mrs Higgs and her class are preparing a cosmic project that is missing one tiny thing… a black hole. This week, we learn about:• What happens inside a black hole • How robots could change future jobs • The trick to stopping seagulls from stealing food • The world’s softest metal • The surprisingly fierce honey badger • How AI helps explain money and decision making All that and more on this week’s Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10 Jan

ALIEN HUNT: How Scientists Are Tracking Down Life in Space 🛸👽

Get ready for another BIG and BRILLIANT adventure into the world of science on this week’s Science Weekly! With snow falling across the country, we’re uncovering the cool science behind why snow is white, and then tuning into the Universe to explore the secret signals streaming across our galaxies. In Science in the News, scientists warn that great white sharks could vanish from the Mediterranean, renewable energy has smashed records across the UK, and Katherine Brown explains how the world around us shapes what we think, want and choose following the UK’s new junk food advertising ban. Then it’s time for your questions! Henry wants to know why mammals do not lay eggs, and Kirsty McCabe explains the surprising science behind why snow is white. Dangerous Dan returns with a truly strange creature from the past… the gigantic and mysterious Deinocheirus. And in Battle of the Sciences, Steven Tingay from Curtin University takes us deep into the world of radio astronomy, revealing how scientists listen to the Universe. Plus, we blast off with Space Camp to discover where weather really comes from and how satellites help us track storms, pollution and climate change. This week, we learn about: Why snow looks white instead of clear Why mammals do not lay eggs The danger facing great white sharks How scientists listen to space using radio waves Why weather satellites are so important for Earth All that and more on this week’s Science Weekly! 🚀 Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/12/2025

ROAR POWER: Why Lions Make Earth-Shaking Sounds 🦁🌍

Get ready for another BIG and BRILLIANT journey into science on this week’s Science Weekly! We’re uncovering the amazing science that gets planes off the ground and diving deep into the ocean to explore one of the most extreme environments on Earth. In Science in the News, we investigate whether a volcanic eruption helped trigger the Black Death, take a closer look at a mysterious earthquake in England, and meet Jonathan Growcott from Exeter University to discover the powerful science behind a lion’s mighty roar. We also answer your questions... Patrice wants to know what the oldest living thing on Earth is, and Demetrios Venetsanos from Imperial College London explains exactly how planes work. Dangerous Dan is back with another strange and surprising creature, the cinnabar rock. And in Battle of the Sciences, Dr. Ben Moat takes us out to sea to explore the hidden world beneath the ocean’s surface. Plus, Marina Ventura returns with another Ocean Adventure, revealing how oceans benefit humans and help keep our planet alive. This week, we learn about: How planes are able to fly What causes earthquakes and deadly volcanic effects Why a lion’s roar is so powerful The mysteries of the deep ocean How oceans help humans survive All that and more on this week’s Science Weekly! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14 Jan

MIDWEEKLY: How Old Are Humans?⏳🧬

This Week’s Big Questions! You’ve been sending in your brilliantly curious questions, and this week… ✨ Nyra wants to know: Why do stars shine so brightly? 🧬 Lauren is wondering: How long have humans been around for? 🪐 Connor asks: How many light-years is Uranus away from the Sun? 🔊 Henry wants to know: Why does sound travel through walls? 🌿 Tygo is curious: How do plants grow underwater? And we travel back to the Age of the Dinosaurs! More varieties of animals and plants lived at the time than ever before – from the dinosaurs on the land to the plants they ate. Things were getting pretty busy underwater too... Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Exploring the coolest and most incredible stuff in science, from way back when dinosaurs roamed the Earth to a future where humans live in space! Fun Kids Science Quest is hosted by Dan and is the perfect science podcast for kids and families everywhere. Each week, you'll find episodes from series like Deep Space High, Age of the Dinosaurs and Professor Hallux. There's also a special guest, top experts answering all your science questions and Dangerous Dan - something scientific that’s also a little bit deadly! You can listen to Dan on Fun Kids (weekdays from 1pm) on DAB Digital Radio across the UK, on the free Fun Kids app and online at funkidslive.com Plus, when you become a Fun Kids Podcasts Plus subscriber, you get access to hundreds of episodes of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, but able to listen ad-free and get new episodes early! It's out of this world! Not only that you'll get similar benefits on over 30 Fun Kids podcasts plus you'll be safe in the knowledge that you're supporting Fun Kids in bringing high-quality, entertaining, and safe content for your family. Find out more at FunKidsLive.com/plus

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Childrens radio station Fun Kids presents a new series about an intergalactic school in space! Join your schoolmates - aliens, robots and humans - as we explore the universe!

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Sports Squad is all about staying fit and active! Presented by Ayo Akinwolere and teenager Chanel Kakareko, the show's packed with inspiring interviews with sports personalities and activities you can do to keep active whilst you're stuck at home.

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Explore the world of chemistry with Kareena and her superhero alter-ego K-Mistry! This is the perfect introduction to chemistry for children. Listen to Fun Kids on DAB Digital Radio across the UK and at funkidslive.com

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A story of love and hope, inspired by the real-life events of World War II. When Jack’s dog and best friend Badger finds her life on the line, he must act fast to save her. An act of survival becomes an adventure, as they journey across war-torn London to find the one person who can help them. But when Jack is evacuated from the city, he’s alone once more until his love for Badger drives him back home to find his beloved friend. But has he arrived too late to save her?

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Ships are a pretty clever invention… have you ever wondered how they actually work or what the very first boats were like? Sean’s exploring the history and science behind ships!

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Education for Kids

Shows that unlock your children's imaginations and inspire them to think, create and play. Great podcasts for children covering science, books, activities, stories and more from the UK's children's radio station Fun Kids. Check out our weekly shows - the Fun Kids Science Weekly, Fun Kids Meets, Activity Quest, Book Worms and Story Quest - and listen back to 20 other kids audio box sets.

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How Long Can Humans Survive in Space Without a Spacesuit? 👨‍🚀🌌

ANCIENT GIANTS: Discover Earth’s Oldest Living Residents🌳🌍

VACCINES EXPLAINED: From Covid to Colds and Everything in Between🦠 💉

Why Are Leaves Green?🍃🌱

OUR PLANET'S STORY: Why Earth Is Called Earth🌍📖

How to Date a Dinosaur: The Secrets of Fossil Aging 🦖🦴

BLACK HOLE MYSTERY: Exploring the Universe’s Scariest Place 🌌🕳️

ALIEN HUNT: How Scientists Are Tracking Down Life in Space 🛸👽

ROAR POWER: Why Lions Make Earth-Shaking Sounds 🦁🌍

MIDWEEKLY: How Old Are Humans?⏳🧬

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Real Life Devil-Snare and How Our Brains Work with Betina Ip!

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