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Fun Kids Science Quest

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.

Podcast · By Fun Kids · British English · Official site

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21
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Sep 12, 2026
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  1. Episode · Sep 12, 2026

    Gorilla Sound Cannons: Why Silverbacks Thump Their Chests 🦍🥁 (opens the original)

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    Welcome to Science Quest ! 🚀 This week, we are tracking a tiny moth's epic journey across the North Sea, soaring through space toward the hottest planet in our solar system, and stomping back in time to the age of the ultimate apex predator! 🦋 The North Sea Marathon: History in the making! A tiny moth blown hundreds of miles across the North Sea from mainland Europe has become the first ever confirmed sighting of its species in Scotland. Discover how tiny insects survive gale-force winds on mass

  2. Episode · Sep 9, 2026

    Why Does Metal Rust?🔩🟤 (opens the original)

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    This Week’s Big Questions! You’ve been sending in your brilliantly curious questions, and this week… 📡 How does a microwave work? 🎈 Why does helium make your voice higher? 🤕 Why do we get headaches? 🩸 Why does our blood need oxygen? 🔩 Why does metal rust? And join Professor Hallux at his help desk as he answers the weird and wonderful questions that you’ve always wanted to know the answers to! This time we find out just why boys and girls are different! If you've got a science question of your o

  3. Episode · Sep 5, 2026

    Faster Than Humans: The Bionic Sprinting Robots Breaking World Records 🤖👟 (opens the original)

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    Welcome to Science Quest ! 🚀 This week, we are tracking secret nesting sites of the UK’s rarest bird, following a rescued turtle's journey across the Atlantic, and finding out why humanoid robots are now sprinting faster than Olympic champions! 🦅 The Secret Nesting Osprey: Major conservation news! The UK’s rarest bird of prey has successfully nested in a super-secret location. Discover how wildlife experts are protecting this magnificent apex hunter and helping its chicks survive in the wild. 🐢

  4. Episode · Sep 2, 2026

    How Deep Do Tree Roots Go?🌳 (opens the original)

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    This Week’s Big Questions! You’ve been sending in your brilliantly curious questions, and this week… 🌳 How deep do tree roots go? 🦷 How do braces work? 😮‍💨 Why do we wheeze? 🥶 Why do we shiver? 🏊‍♂️ Why do we put chlorine in pools? And join Professor Hallux at his help desk as he answers the weird and wonderful questions you’ve always wanted to know the answers to! This time we find out all about pharmacists! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus See omnystudio.com/listener for p

  5. Episode · Aug 29, 2026

    The Secret of Husky Eyes: Why Huskies Have Two Different Colours 🐺👁️ (opens the original)

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    Welcome to Science Quest ! 🚀 This week, we are tracking a historic feline swim across a Scottish loch, uncovering prehistoric survivors hiding in Welsh forests, and stepping into the mind-bending world of thinking robots! 🐾 The Swimming Wildcat: World first alert! A rare Scottish wildcat has been filmed swimming across water in the wild for the very first time. Discover why these elusive native predators usually avoid getting wet and what this incredible footage reveals about highland wildlife.

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