Wait...That's Science!

Dr. Metra Rodriguez
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Wait... That’s Science! with Dr. Rodriguez makes science fun, relatable, and easy to understand by uncovering the science hiding in everyday life. From classroom concepts to real-world curiosities, every episode proves that once you start looking closely, science is everywhere. 

Episodes

  1. 6d ago

    Wait… Every Push Pushes Back?!

    Send us Fan Mail What happens when you push a wall, walk across the classroom, swim through water, or launch a rocket? In this episode of Wait… That’s Science!, Dr. Rodriguez explores Newton’s Third Law of Motion and the fascinating science behind action-reaction force pairs. Designed for middle school and 6th-grade science students, this engaging lesson explains how interacting objects exert forces that are equal in magnitude, opposite in direction, and act on different objects. Through relatable examples, listening challenges, and scientific vocabulary, young scientists learn to identify force pairs and explain how forces shape everyday motion. Perfect for classroom listening stations, science review, independent learning, and TEKS-aligned physical science instruction. Keywords: Newton’s Third Law, action and reaction, force pairs, equal and opposite forces, middle school science, 6th grade science, laws of motion, physics for kids, science podcast, Wait That’s Science, Dr. Rodriguez, TEKS 6.7C.

  2. Nov 4

    The Force Is With You… But Is It Balanced?

    Send us Fan Mail What happens when forces push and pull on an object? In this engaging episode of Wait… That’s Science!, Dr. Rodriguez explores TEKS 6.7B: balanced and unbalanced forces through relatable examples, including tug-of-war, soccer, skateboarding, and shopping carts. Sixth-grade science students will learn the meaning of net force, discover how to calculate the overall force acting on an object, and explain how balanced and unbalanced forces affect motion. With interactive questions, real-world scenarios, and easy-to-remember explanations, this episode makes middle school physical science accessible, memorable, and fun. Perfect for Texas science classrooms, STAAR review, and independent learning. Keywords: TEKS 6.7B, balanced forces, unbalanced forces, net force, sixth-grade science, 6th grade physical science, forces and motion, STAAR science review, middle school science podcast, Wait That’s Science.

  3. Oct 5

    Wait… What’s Pushing Me?! | Forces Are Everywhere

    Send us Fan Mail What’s really happening when you push a chair, slide across the floor, drop your phone, or stick a magnet to the refrigerator? In this episode of Wait… That’s Science! with Dr. Rodriguez, we uncover the science hiding in everyday forces! Explore gravity, friction, magnetism, applied force, and normal force while learning the difference between contact and noncontact forces and how forces affect objects in the real world. Designed to support 6th-grade science TEKS 6.7A, this fun, student-friendly episode connects classroom science to experiences students see every day. Get ready to push, pull, slide, attract, and discover that forces are working all around you—even when you can’t see them. Wait… that’s science!

  4. Sep 9

    Wait… Bubbles Mean a Chemical Change?! | Chemical Reactions & Signs of Chemical Change Explained

    Send us Fan Mail How can you tell when a chemical change or chemical reaction has created a new substance? In this episode of Wait… That’s Science! with Dr. Rodriguez, young scientists investigate the evidence of chemical change and learn the four major signs of a chemical change: gas production, color change, temperature change (thermal energy), and precipitate formation. Students explore real-world examples while learning how scientists distinguish physical vs chemical changes using observable evidence. Designed especially for 6th-grade science and aligned to TEKS 6.6E, this episode makes chemical changes, chemical reactions, and evidence of new substances easy to recognize in everyday life. Wait… That’s Science! is a Goddessy Media production.

  5. Aug 30

    Wait… My Drink Is a Mixture?! Pure Substances, Solutions & Mixtures Explained

    Send us Fan Mail Is your favorite drink a pure substance—or is there more than one kind of matter hiding inside it? In this episode of Wait… That’s Science! with Dr. Rodriguez, young scientists investigate the physical properties of matter to distinguish between pure substances, homogeneous mixtures (solutions), and heterogeneous mixtures. Students learn how to classify matter, recognize whether a mixture is uniform throughout, and use physical properties as evidence to explain their classifications. Designed especially for 6th-grade science and TEKS 6.6B, this episode connects classroom science to familiar examples students encounter every day while strengthening observation, classification, evidence, and scientific reasoning skills. Wait… That’s Science! is a Goddessy Media production.

  6. Aug 29

    Wait… My Phone Is on the Periodic Table?! Metals, Nonmetals, Metalloids & Rare Earth Elements Explained

    Send us Fan Mail What does the periodic table have to do with your phone, electrical wires, cars, and other technology you use every day? In this episode of Wait… That’s Science! with Dr. Rodriguez, young scientists discover how elements can be classified as metals, nonmetals, metalloids, and rare earth elements based on their physical properties. Students explore properties such as luster, conductivity, malleability, and brittleness while discovering why elements like copper, silicon, and neodymium are important to modern life. Designed especially for 6th-grade science and TEKS 6.6C, this episode turns the periodic table from a confusing chart into a map of elements that help make our modern world possible. Wait… That’s Science! is a Goddessy Media production.

  7. Aug 29

    Wait... Heavy Doesn’t Mean Dense?! | Mass, Weight & Density Explained

    Send us Fan Mail Why do some objects float while others sink—and does heavier always mean denser? In this episode of Wait... That’s Science! with Dr. Rodriguez, young scientists explore density, mass, weight, substances, and physical properties through everyday examples that actually make sense. Students discover how mass and volume work together to determine density, why mass and weight are not the same thing, and how density can help scientists identify and compare substances. Designed especially for 6th-grade science and aligned to TEKS 6.6D, this episode connects classroom science to the world students experience every day. Wait... That’s Science! is a Goddessy Media production.

  8. Aug 28

    Wait... My Water Is Moving?! | Solids, Liquids, Gases & States of Matter Explained

    Send us Fan Mail  What makes a solid, liquid, and gas behave so differently—and are the particles in your water really moving? In this episode of Wait... That’s Science! with Dr. Rodriguez, young scientists explore the three states of matter, including particle arrangement and movement, shape, volume, and kinetic energy. Students will discover why solids keep their shape, why liquids flow and take the shape of their container, and why gases spread out to fill available space—all while connecting particle behavior to the science they see every day. Perfect for 6th-grade science, middle school science students, teachers, families, and curious young learners, this episode makes states of matter easy to understand, remember, and explain. Wait... That’s Science! is a Goddessy Media production.

  9. Aug 27

    Wait... Lab Safety Is Science?! | Rules Every Young Scientist Should Know

    Send us Fan Mail Before you grab the goggles and start experimenting, there’s one thing every young scientist needs to understand: lab safety is part of doing science! In this episode of Wait... That’s Science! with Dr. Rodriguez, students explore essential science lab safety rules, learn what hazards are, discover why scientists assess risk, and find out what to do when spills, broken equipment, or accidents happen. With relatable examples, myth-busting, student challenges, and plenty of personality, this episode makes middle school science lab safety engaging and easy to remember. Perfect for 6th-grade science students, middle school classrooms, science teachers, and curious young learners preparing for hands-on investigations. Wait... That’s Science! is a Goddessy Media production.

  10. Aug 26

    Wait… That’s Science?! | Meet Dr. Rodriguez & Discover the Science Hiding Everywhere

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the very first episode of Wait… That’s Science! with Dr. Rodriguez, a fun and engaging science podcast designed to help middle school students discover the science hiding in everyday life. In this pilot episode, meet Dr. Rodriguez and learn how observation, curiosity, questioning, and evidence can help anyone think like a scientist. From cell phones and water bottles to headphones, shoes, and even hot chips, science is happening all around us! Perfect for sixth-grade and middle school science students, teachers, families, and curious young minds, Wait… That’s Science! makes science concepts relatable, approachable, and connected to the real world. A Goddessy Media production.

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Wait... That’s Science! with Dr. Rodriguez makes science fun, relatable, and easy to understand by uncovering the science hiding in everyday life. From classroom concepts to real-world curiosities, every episode proves that once you start looking closely, science is everywhere. 

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  • Creator
    Dr. Metra Rodriguez
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Wait...That's Science!
  • Show Website
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