NIGHT-TIME MYSTERIES: The Science of Sleep 🌙 🛌

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about why studying rocks...ROCKS! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with the return of America's oldest serving astronaut, Don Pettit, who returns to Earth on his 70th birthday. Next, we learn about a ground-breaking new project to suck carbon out of the sea. And finally, Robin May, Chief Scientific Adviser at the Food Standards Agency joins Dan to discuss the prospect of lab-grown food being sold in the UK within 2 years. Then, we answer your questions! Etienne wants to know: what a full blood moon is. And dog behaviour expert, Jane Robinson, answers Henry’s question: Are dogs smart? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the deadly Blue Malayan Coral Snake  In Battle of the Sciences, geologist Dr. Cedric John shows us why rocks rock — and why geology might just be the most important science of all! What do we learn about? ·    America's oldest serving astronaut  ·    A ground-breaking new project to tackle climate change  ·    Are dogs smart? ·    The DEADLY Blue Malayan Coral Snake  ·     And in Battle of the Sciences, we unpack the importance  of geology. All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome space explorers to a trip around the solar system to answer your burning science questions! Why does our hair turn grey? Why do people hate certain foods? And what really is the rarest star in the galaxy?  We also check in with Marina Ventura, who is out on a new adventure exploring energy! Today we learn all about what it is, how it works and why we use it! Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science.Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about what our pets are thinking! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with what scientists are calling the 'strongest evidence yet' of life beyond Earth, after a faraway world showed potential signs of life. Next, we unpack the moment a colossal squid was captured on camera in the wild for the first time ever. And finally, Dan speaks to Dr. Kate Pattle from UCL to unpack the significance of the first all-female spaceflight in over sixty years! Then, we answer your questions! Etta wants to know: why the Moon has a different orbit everyday? And Tim Jones from Sally's Duck Rescue answers Jenny's question: How do ducks float on water? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the deadly blanket octopus! In Battle of the Sciences, animal scientist, Dr. Jackie Boyd, takes us on a fascinating journey—from unravelling the mysteries of parasites to uncovering what our pets might really be thinking. What do we learn about? ·    The first all-female space flight in over 60 years ·    A faraway world with potential for life ·    How ducks float on water ·    The DEADLY blanket octopus  ·     And in Battle of the Sciences, we unpack what are pets are thinking All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, with Dan as your guide, we're covering everything you've been sending in - from what makes up the matter of the universe, to if you can really hypnotise someone!  We also check in with the Aquanauts, where this week, they’re finding out what we can do to protect the supply of water in the future. Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science.Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about the science of the past! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with the chances of an asteroid impacting the Moon in 2032. Next, we unpack the news that half of the world's electricity last year was generated without using any fossil fuels. And finally, Dan speaks to Keith Emerick from Historic England to uncover the secrets of a remarkable Iron Age hoard recently discovered in North Yorkshire. Then, we answer your questions! Matty wants to know: what's hotter, a microwave or an oven? And Dr. Fabio Antonini answers Nolan’s question: where is the hottest place in the galaxy? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the dancing mania disease that took over Europe in the 15th century. In Battle of the Sciences, Professor Michelle Spear makes the case for anatomy and explains the science of mummification! What do we learn about? ·    A massive Iron Age hoard discovered by archaeologists  ·    Where the hottest place in the galaxy is ·     The dancing mania disease of the 15th century  ·     What's hotter... a microwave or an oven? ·     And in Battle of the Sciences, the science of YOUR body! All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're finding out how concrete is made, why we get headaches, and why we can't use our coats like bird wings... We also check in with the Aquanauts, where this week, they’re finding out about water in space! Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science.Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about the science of sleep! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with a ground-breaking discovery- scientists now believe that water may have existed on Earth 600 million years earlier than previously thought. Next, we unpack Saturday's solar eclipse, breaking down what happened, where it was visible, and the best spots to catch the breath-taking view. Finally, rocket scientist Dr. John Alistair joins Dan to break down what went wrong with Europe’s rocket launch in Norway last week. Then, we answer your questions! Joseph wants to know the science behind earthquakes. And renowned British neuroscientist, Sophie Scott joins Dan to answer Freddy's question: Why  do we cry? In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Perentie Lizard which is native to Australia.  In Battle of the Sciences, Dr. Vladyslav Vyazovskiy discusses the science of sleep and why animals hibernate for so long…Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Dan's answering your science questions!How far Uranus is from the Sun? Ever wondered how long humans have been on Earth? And perhaps the most pressing question of all: how do toasters not get hot on the outside? We also check in with the Aquanauts, where this week, they’re  finding out about the impact everyday life has on our water supply...  Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science.Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about why there are so many different languages across the world! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with the discovery of a new species of dinosaur. Next, we learn about plans for a new national forest in England which could see up to 20 million trees being planted. Finally, Dr. Francisco Diego from UCL joins Dan to discuss a huge revelation in the scientific world which could reshape our understanding of time and space… Then, we answer your questions! Zara wants to know if sea water gets warmer the closer to the Earth's core you get? And Dr. Mercedes Durham from Cardiff University answers Evan’s question: Why do countries speak different languages?  In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Bunya Pine Tree!  In Battle of the Sciences, occupational health psychologist  Craig Jackson discusses the harmful effects of prolonged space travel on the body…Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Dan's answering your science questions!Ever wondered how race cars move so fast? Why volcanoes blow their tops? Or what the oldest living thing on Earth is?  We also check in with the Aquanauts, where this week, they’re  finding out about the impact everyday life has on our water supply...  Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science.Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.