Educasement

Bridget Casement

Short educational podcast for curious kids, parents and families who love science, maths, big questions and learning together. Theo Casement is a curious kid with a thirst for facts, and in this bite-sized, family-friendly podcast he explores big questions about maths, science, and the world with his equally curious mum. Each weekly episode breaks down complex ideas into fun, accessible conversations designed to spark curiosity and a love of learning in children and families. Follow us on Instagram @educasement for extra resources, and get in touch with topics you’d like us to cover.

Episodes

  1. 3D AGO

    Biggest number ever?

    Ever wondered what the biggest recognised number in mathematics is? In this episode, Theo explores the mind-bending concept of Rayo’s number, one of the largest numbers ever described. Together with his curious mum, he breaks down this abstract maths idea in a fun, simple, and accessible way for curious kids and families. From how mathematicians define extremely large numbers to why these concepts matter, this conversation sparks curiosity and encourages a love of learning in young minds. Sources & further learning:Thanks to Numberphile on YouTube — their video inspired this episode and explains Rayo’s number in depth: Watch here. Main show description: Theo Casement is a curious kid with a thirst for facts, and in this short, family-friendly podcast he explores big questions about maths, science, and how the world works through relaxed, curiosity-led conversations. This podcast is designed to spark curiosity and a love of learning in children and families, encouraging discussion and exploration rather than formal teaching. Perfect for curious kids, parents, and educators who enjoy learning through conversation and big ideas explained simply. Follow us on Instagram @educasement for extra resources, visuals, and topic support linked to each episode.Got a big question you’d like Theo to explore? Get in touch — we’d love to hear from you. Fancy a shout out or would you like to make a guest appearance? Send us some details in the comments and we'll get back to you.

    17 min
  2. FEB 7

    Sound waves

    Does a tree falling in a forest still make a sound if nobody hears it? In this episode, Theo explores sound waves, vibrations, pitch, and how we actually hear the world around us. Together with his curious mum, he breaks down how sound travels, why some noises are high or low, and how our ears detect vibrations. This fun, accessible conversation sparks curiosity in kids and families while making complex science ideas easy to understand. Try it yourself: Play with different sound frequencies using Chrome Music Lab – Oscillators. Watch this StoryBots video: How Do Ears Hear? (Sing-Along) for a fun visual explanation. Main show description: Theo Casement is a curious kid with a thirst for facts, and in this short, family-friendly podcast he explores big questions about maths, science, and how the world works through relaxed, curiosity-led conversations. This podcast is designed to spark curiosity and a love of learning in children and families, encouraging discussion and exploration rather than formal teaching. Perfect for curious kids, parents, and educators who enjoy learning through conversation and big ideas explained simply. Follow us on Instagram @educasement for extra resources, visuals, and topic support linked to each episode.Got a big question you’d like Theo to explore? Get in touch — we’d love to hear from you. Fancy a shout out or would you like to make a guest appearance? Send us some details in the comments and we'll get back to you.

    12 min
  3. JAN 31

    Why maps lie

    Why do maps lie? In this episode, Theo explores why no flat map can perfectly show a round planet and why some countries appear much bigger or smaller than they really are. Together with his curious mum, he explains how mapmakers make compromises when representing the globe on a flat surface, and why this doesn’t mean maps are “wrong” — it’s just how projections like the Mercator work. This fun, accessible conversation makes complex geography ideas easy to understand and sparks curiosity in kids and families. Learn more: Check out The True Size website to explore the Mercator Projection and see how countries really compare. Main show description: Theo Casement is a curious kid with a thirst for facts, and in this short, family-friendly podcast he explores big questions about maths, science, and how the world works through relaxed, curiosity-led conversations. This podcast is designed to spark curiosity and a love of learning in children and families, encouraging discussion and exploration rather than formal teaching. Perfect for curious kids, parents, and educators who enjoy learning through conversation and big ideas explained simply. Follow us on Instagram @educasement for extra resources, visuals, and topic support linked to each episode.Got a big question you’d like Theo to explore? Get in touch — we’d love to hear from you. Fancy a shout out or would you like to make a guest appearance? Send us some details in the comments and we'll get back to you.

    18 min
  4. JAN 24

    The importance of zero

    Zero feels simple — but it quietly changes everything. In this episode, Theo explores the big maths question: why zero isn’t “nothing” and how it quietly powers everything in maths and the world around us. Together with his curious mum, he explains how a symbol for nothing became one of the most powerful ideas humans have ever invented — in a fun, simple conversation perfect for curious kids and families. This curiosity-led discussion encourages critical thinking, sparks a love of learning, and makes complex maths ideas like zero accessible and engaging. Sources & fact-checking:Topics discussed reference the YouTube channel Numberphile. Links to specific videos are in the show notes. Main show description: Theo Casement is a curious kid with a thirst for facts, and in this short, family-friendly podcast he explores big questions about maths, science, and how the world works through relaxed, curiosity-led conversations. This podcast is designed to spark curiosity and a love of learning in children and families, encouraging discussion and exploration rather than formal teaching. Perfect for curious kids, parents, and educators who enjoy learning through conversation and big ideas explained simply. Follow us on Instagram @educasement for extra resources, visuals, and topic support linked to each episode.Got a big question you’d like Theo to explore? Get in touch — we’d love to hear from you. Fancy a shout out or would you like to make a guest appearance? Send us some details in the comments and we'll get back to you.

    16 min

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Short educational podcast for curious kids, parents and families who love science, maths, big questions and learning together. Theo Casement is a curious kid with a thirst for facts, and in this bite-sized, family-friendly podcast he explores big questions about maths, science, and the world with his equally curious mum. Each weekly episode breaks down complex ideas into fun, accessible conversations designed to spark curiosity and a love of learning in children and families. Follow us on Instagram @educasement for extra resources, and get in touch with topics you’d like us to cover.