Brains On! Podcast

Brains On!

Brains On! is an award-winning science podcast for kids and curious adults. Each week, a different kid co-host joins Molly Bloom in the studio to find answers to fascinating questions about the world.  Our mission is to encourage kids’ natural curiosity and wonder using science and history… but there’s no age limit on curiosity. Episodes of Brains On! can be enjoyed by anyone! With over 100 episodes, you may be wondering “where do I start?” Check out our listeners’ favorite episodes here.

Smash Boom Best

Smash Boom Best is a debate show for kids and families from the makers of the award-winning podcast, Brains On! Every episode takes two cool things, smashes them together and lets you decide which is best. Cats versus Dogs. Pizza versus Tacos. Invisibility versus Flying. Who will be crowned the Smash Boom Best? Our debaters use facts and passion to make their case -- teaching listeners how to defend their opinions along the way.

Forever Ago

Forever Ago® is a history show for the whole family! Every episode explores the surprising and fascinating history of things we think are ordinary, but aren’t -- like ice cream flavors, video games, baths and more. We make learning about the past fun while teaching listeners to think critically about history.

Moment of Um

Moment of Um answers those questions that make you go ummmm… Like, why flamingos are pink? Or… why are beaches sandy? Every weekday, you’ll hear a new question from a kid and an answer from an expert. Got a head-scratcher? Head to brainson.org/contact, record a voice memo and send it to us. We can’t wait to help you scratch that itch!

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