Why Do Science at Sea?

2024/1/30

29:25

Have you ever wondered how scientists learn about the ocean? They do science at sea! We have Science Communicator Erin Winick Anthony who is currently onboard the Joides Revolution ship as the scientists study cores of the ocean floor to learn about climate change (Jan 2024). This episode includes a fun video on our website so be sure to check that out! 

How Can You Prepare for the Total Solar Eclipse?

2024/1/23

30:13

Are you aware that there will be a total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024? This amazing event doesn't happen very often, so you should really try to see it. But how can you prepare to see one? Dan Schneiderman, Eclipse Partnership Coordinator at the Rochester Museum and Science Center is here to give us tons of tips. Don't miss this awesome episode or the eclipse!

How Do You Study the Smallest Things?

2024/1/16

32:32

Welcome to the 8th season of Solve It for Kids! We start our new season off right by exploring some of the tiniest things in the universe... particles you can't even see. Dr. Katy Grimm, associate professor of physics at Cal State University East Bay and her research is performed at CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research that operates the large Hadron Collider. In other words, Dr. Katy is one of the best people to answer our episode topic because she STUDIES some of the smallest things in the universe! 

The BEST of Launching a Rocket!

2024/1/9

31:12

The Solve It for Kids Podcast team is on their last week of holiday break. Please enjoy this out-of-the-world episode about launching rockets. You'll hear clips from guests who are talking about getting ready for a launch, moving rockets, and what it's like to blast off in a rocket. 

Look for our new season to start next week! 

The BEST of Energy and Engineering

2024/1/2

28:52

Happy 2024! The Solve It for Kids Podcast team of Jennifer and Jeff are still on holiday break. We have left you a few clips from some of our favorite episodes about energy and engineering. Get ready to ... learn how to get energy from the wind, learn how drinking water gets to your house, and also how you get materials from the Earth. Such wonderful STEM topics to explore! 

The BEST of Extreme Places to Live

2023/12/26

28:55

The Solve It for Kids podcast is on holiday break! Please enjoy some snippets of our favorite shows about Living in Extreme Places! You'll "visit" an underwater habitat, Mars, and learn how plants live in extreme environments. Wishing you all a very Happy Holidays. See you in the new year! 

The BEST of Amazing Animals

2023/12/19

26:53

The Solve It for Kids podcast is taking a holiday break! Please enjoy clips from three of our favorite episodes about amazing animals! You'll learn about how to help native bee populations, how to count penguins, and also why some jellyfish have stinging snot. Happy Holidays! 

How Do You Build a Space Station?

2023/12/12

40:13

Twenty-five years ago, last week (December 6, 2008), the International Space Station was created. Bob Cabana, astronaut and Associate Administrator of NASA, was on that special mission. He is with us today to talk about what it felt like to be a part of that historic event, his amazing career at NASA, and also to encourage kids (of all ages) to pursue their dreams whatever they may be. 

Do Animals have Feelings?

2023/12/5

31:14

Have you ever wondered if your pets or animals have feelings?  Dr. Carl Safina, best-selling author, a TED speaker, and a leader in the field of conservation biology. He is on our show to give his expert insight into just what our animals might be thinking. Don't miss this fun and exciting episode! 

What it's like to Blast off on a rocket?

2023/11/28

34:59

How would it feel when blasting off to space? We have the amazing Astronaut Nicole Stott on our show today to tell all about this and also to share many more awesome experiences that she has had while in space. Don't miss this out-of-the-world episode! 

Do All Jellyfish have Stinging Snot?

2023/11/21

39:18

Do all jellyfish have stinging SNOT? This is a question you probably never thought to ask, but now really want to know the answer to, right? Well, take a listen to the awesome Jennie Janssen, assistant curator at the National Aquarium and President and cofounder of MIAZS as she explains this rather intriguing and little known characteristic of some jellyfish. 

Why is the International Space Station so Important?

2023/11/14

30:33

The International Space Station, (ISS) orbits the Earth 16 times every day. But it's so much more than just a spacecraft. The ISS is a laboratory in space that provides awesome information about living and working in microgravity. Listen to Erin Winick Anthony, science communicator, founder of STEAM Powered Media, and former NASA engineer explain just how important the ISS is to us here on Earth.  

What Skills do Space Entrepreneurs Need?

2023/11/7

30:41

Have you ever considered being a space entrepreneur? What is it? And How can you become one? Our guest, Vered Cohen-Barzilay, CEO of Out of the Box Space Innovations  will explain how YOU can become a space entrepreneur yourself! 

How Would you Send a Message to an Extraterrestrial?

2023/10/31

38:27

If you could send a message to an extraterrestrial, what would it say? What language would you use? How would you deliver it? These are all great questions and ones that we discuss in this  fun and informative chat with  Julia Brodsky, STEM Education lead at Blue Marble Initiative and former NASA Astronaut instructor, as she helps us to consider some things that we might think about IF we were ever to converse with an extraterrestrial. 

How Do You Hack Your Ability to Learn?

2023/10/24

34:10

Have you every really thought about how you learn? What are your good and not-so-great habits of learning? We have Dr. Justin Sung, medical doctor, researcher, certified teacher,  learning coach, and CEO of ICanStudy.com on our show today to talk about how to "hack" your brain to learn more efficiently. Get ready to learn HOW to learn! 

What Would it be Like to Live on Mars?

2023/10/17

34:12

Have YOU ever wondered what it would be like to live on Mars? We have just the right person to answer this question. The awesome Janet Ivey Duensing, Creator and CEO of Janet's Planet and the Director of Education for Explore Mars! You'll leave this episode wanting to don  your spacesuit and head to the red planet soon. 

What's it like to Fly a Plane Across the Ocean?

2023/10/10

32:38

Have you ever wondered what it's like to fly one of those giant airplanes across the ocean? We have Cran Middlecoat, pilot and aerospace nerd, on this episode to tell us all about it. Cran is not only a pilot, but also a huge advocate for STEM and most of all kids in aviation and aerospace, as he's also the founder of It's Rocket Science! 

What's it like to Live Underwater?

2023/10/3

34:45

Would you like to live underwater? It would definitely be different but so cool! Take a listen to awesome aquanaut Liz Magee, as she shares all of the amazing adventures she had under the sea. 

How Do You Make Sound for a Movie?

2023/9/26

33:47

When you watch a movie, how much do you pay attention to the sound? If it's done right, sound is one of the biggest effects that makes you feel like you're really "in" the movie. We have the awesome Bob Pepek, Sound designer and owner of MelonCollie Productions, to explain just how sound is created and added to a movie, cartoon, or video to make it come alive! 

How Do You Program AI Robots?

2023/9/19

35:14

If you've been listening to the news lately, you know that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is everywhere. So, is it possible to get your own robot? Maybe not now, but one day. And when that day happens, Dr. Elliott Heflin, Jr., CEO/Founder  realitytechs.com is here to tell us how easy it can be to program an AI robot. How cool! 

How Do You Fly a Helicopter on Mars?

2023/9/12

31:51

Have you every wondered just how difficult it is to fly a helicopter on another planet? It's not easy! Keri Bean an engineer who worked on the Ingenuity helicopter that has flown on Mars explains exactly how it's done. Don't miss this exciting and informative chat!

How Does Drinking Water Get to Your House?

2023/9/5

31:12

When you're thirsty, you probably just turn on a tap and water comes out. You may not think about how that drinking water got to your house. Our guest, Charles (Trip) Barton, a civil engineer with a large American water company,  will explain just how that happens. 

How Do You Protect Native Bees?

2023/8/29

30:50

Did you know that there are red bees, green bees, and even blue bees? We didn't! Don't miss this fascinating episode all about native bees and how we can help protect them from bee lover Julie Travaglini, Senior Director of Education and Curriculum at Allegheny Land Trust. 

How Do You Get a Rocket Ready for Launch?

2023/8/22

35:03

Have you ever wondered how those giant space rockets are prepared for launch? It takes a lot of planning and testing. We are excited to chat with Nathalie Quintero, an aerospace engineer with  Boeing who works on the on Space Launch System (SLS) program as the Core Stage Launch Operations Lead. Doesn't that sound like a cool job? Take a listen and find out some amazing facts about how to get a rocket ready for launch 

What Would Happen if we didn't have Magnets?

2023/8/15

33:45

This is probably not a question that you would think to ask, but it's actually a very important one. What DO magnets and magnetism do for us? A LOT. Take a listen to this fascinating chat with Dr. Dario Arena, Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at USF as he explains just how important magnets are to our everyday life 

What is an Atmospheric River?

2023/8/8

38:00

Have you been watching the news and heard the term -- atmospheric river? Well, our guest, Dr. Kristine Harper, is here to explain what one is and how they affect our planet. Don't miss this very intriguing chat about weather science and STEM careers 

How Can you Solve a Problem Using NASA Data?

2023/8/1

31:36

Did you know that NASA collects all kinds of data about our world? You can learn about clouds, trees, weather patterns, planets, moons, deep space and more. And the cool thing is all of this data is open to the public.  Cindy Chin, NASA Datanaut, joins us for an exciting and informative chat about ways you can use this data. She also tells us about NASA's Data App Challenge and gives us information about how to participate! 

The BEST of Thinking Like an Engineer

2023/7/25

24:40

The Solve It for Kids Podcast is on vacation for the month of July. But we have left you a great clip of three episodes that show the BEST of Thinking Like an Engineer! Listen to short chats from these three amazing guests: Dr. Jermey Matthews (Ep 91: How Do Scientists Get Kids Excited about STEM?), Dr. Cory Hixon (Ep. 77: How do Engineers Think?) and Tracy Drain (Ep 124: How Do You Study Another Planet's Moon?). Enjoy these fun and interesting topics and see you next week for new episodes! 

The BEST of Space Exploration (to the Moon)

2023/7/18

23:51

The Solve It for Kids podcast is on summer break! But we have left you a few clips of some the best space exploration episodes to enjoy. Take a listen to Carl Sandifer from NASA Glenn Research Center, (How do you Power a Spacecraft?), Dr. Sarah D'Souza from NASA Ames Reserach Center (Why does a spacecraft need a heat shield?) and Julie Wolfson at Lockheed Martin (How do you slow down a spaceship?). Don't miss these out-of-this-world episodes! 

The BEST of Studying Animals

2023/7/11

23:07

The Solve It for Kids podcast is on vacation for the month of July. But don't worry, we've left some of our favorite episodes for you to enjoy. This week it's the BEST of Studying Animals. You'll hear clips from previous episodes with Dr. Mireya Mayor (primatology), Doug Wechsler (army ants), and Dr. Monica Bond (giraffes). We hope you have fun learning about these amazing scientists and the animals they love studying. 

The BEST of Working With Robots

2023/7/4

23:14

The Solve It for Kids Podcast is on vacation for the month of July. But don't worry, we have left a few clips of our favorite episodes for you to enjoy. This one is The BEST of Working With Robots. You'll hear from Dr. Carlotta Berry (How do you talk to a robot?), Dr. Darren Lipomi (How do humans--and robots-- feel?) and Dr. Topher Hunter (How do you build a droid?).  Have fun listening and learning from these amazing guests!

How Can We See the Universe in a New Way?

2023/6/27

41:11

How do you view the universe? Chances are that answer has changed a lot in the last few years. With all of the amazing images coming from Mars (via the Perserverance Rover), the James Webb Space Telescope, and even the Artemis 1 mission, the universe seems even more incredibly amazing than before. It is our honor to chat with the person who was in charge of the teams at NASA who completed all of these amazing missions. Our guest today is Dr. Thomas Zurbuchen, Associate Administrator for the Science Mission Directorate at NASA from 2016 to 2022. Don't miss this awesome discussion of space and the universe. 

How Do You Dress an Astronaut?

2023/6/20

32:22

What is one of the coolest jobs at NASA? Well, if you can't be an astronaut, maybe you can help dress one. Meet Sharon McDougle former NASA Spacesuit Technician, who was responsible for helping the astronauts to put in their pressure suits. It's not as easy as you would think. Take a listen to this episode as Sharon describes just how important fit is to a pressure suit. 

How Do You Get Rid of Bad Breath?

2023/6/13

32:28

On today's show, we discuss a problem that most people, well, probably don't like to talk about. But, bad breath can be an important-- and embarrassing-- problem. Just how can you fix it?  Dr. Mel Rosenberg, Professor Emeritus at Tel Aviv University, tells us all about the scientific solution he developed to treat this problem. And he also shares his love of children's books, too. 

What is the Super Guppy?

2023/6/6

31:24

It's a bird. It's a plane.  It's the Super Guppy! Have you ever wondered type of plane can transport really huge objects like NASA's Orion spacecraft? Yep. It's the Super Guppy. We are thrilled to have Herb Baker, retired NASA business manager who worked on programs such as the Space Shuttle, the Space Station, and Orion, as well as, the Super Guppy. He's here to tell us all about this amazing aircraft. 

Where and When do Earthquakes Happen?

2023/5/30

35:12

Earthquakes happen every day, all around the world. Since they are so prevalent, is there a way to predict just where and when they will occur? We have the fabulous Dr. Wendy Bohon, earthquake geologist and awesome science communicator, on our show today to discuss this groundbreaking topic! 

Why Does a Spacecraft Need a Heat Shield?

2023/5/23

36:19

Did you watch the Orion spacecraft come back from its trip around the Moon? Besides the parachutes, what is one key piece of the spacecraft that helps to protect the astronauts upon re-entry? The heat shield!! But just how is a heat shield made and why is it so important? Take a listen to the fantastic Dr. Sarah D'Souza, the Orion Thermal Protection Deputy System Manager at NASA Ames. She is on our show today to give us the scoop on this amazing engineering! 

What Can We Learn from Volcanoes?

2023/5/16

35:59

Volcanoes are awesome natural events. They happen all over the Earth and on many celestial bodies. But why are they important? Skylar Hughes, volcano expert, a private tour guide for Big Island VIP, tells us what we can learn from volcanoes, particularly the ones located on the Big Island in Hawaii. Don't miss this explosively fun expisode!

How Do Plants Survive in Extreme Habitats?

2023/5/9

32:59

Ever wonder how plants survive in a desert or living high on the side of mountains? Take a listen to expert Gardener, author,  and broadcaster, Matthew Biggs, who trained at the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew. He gives us the inside scoop on these sturdy plants and how they survive such extreme habitats. Tons of great fun to be had in this episode, plus you'll even get a few tips on how to keep your own plants alive. 

How will AI Help Humans with Mobility?

2023/5/2

34:28

You have probably heard that artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere, but did you know it's being used to help people with mobility challenges? Dr. Brenna Argall, Associate Professor of Rehabilitation Robotics at Northwestern University and the Director of Argall Lab at the Shirley Ryan Ability Lab, is hear to explain some of the amazing technology that she and her lab are using to help people get around more easily. Don't miss this fascinating and important episode! 

How Do You Slow Down a Spaceship?

2023/4/25

34:47

How do you slow down a spacecraft that is speeding along at 25,000mph? Bounce it off the atmosphere. But at 325mph that's still too fast. So, you add parachutes, eleven of them to be exact. The amount of specific timing and engineering to pull this slowdown off is a bit mindboggling. Take a listen to Julie Wolfson, Senior Staff Systems Engineer at Lockheed Martin and the Orion's Risk Manager, who explains just exactly how it's done. This episode is a must listen for all space enthusiasts! 

Why are Shark Teeth Shaped like That?

2023/4/18

38:15

Sharks are known for their big toothy "grins". But what do we really know about shark teeth?  Dr. Lisa Whitenack, associate professor at Allegheny College and a shark expert, is here to chat with us about a few of the very interesting shark teeth she has discovered and what type of research her lab is doing to discover just how these teeth work. You won't want to miss this very exciting episode! 

How Do You Move a Rocket?

2023/4/11

30:12

Have you ever wondered how those massive space rockets at NASA get to the launch pad? They take a ride on the crawler-transporter vehicle. We have Dan Zapata, Crawler Systems Engineer at Jacobs, who works at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, with these amazing transporters. He's going to explain just how these amazing vehicles work! 

Can You Problem-solve Like an Orangutan?

2023/4/4

34:56

Animals are so smart, but some of the most intelligent might be orangutans. Take a liste to Dr. Laurel Neme, wildllife expert, author, and National Geographic contributor, as she describes just how smart these amazing creatures are. You may be really surprised by what they can do and you'll definitely keep an eye on them the next time you're at the zoo. 

How Do You Build a Droid?

2023/3/28

34:25

Have you ever wanted to build your own droid? Then this is an episode you won't want to miss! Dr. Topher Hunter is a scientist by day, but in his free time, he is practically a professional hobbyist in robotics and droid building. Yes, that's right, he builds his own DROIDS! Dr. Topher talks about his own droids, but then gives us tips on how everyone can take up their own droid-building hobby. 

How Do You Study Manatees?

2023/3/21

36:31

 Manatees, marine mammals, known as sea cows are such majestic creatures. Scientists are working to learn more about them, and they need your help.  Beth Heidemann, a Presidential Award math and science kindergarten teacher and cofounder of Go2 Science, has developed a cool way for kids to get involved in learning more about manatees, as well as other science topics. Don't miss this exciting and fun-filled episode of Solve It for Kids! 

How Do You Get Energy from the Wind?

2023/3/14

32:43

If you've seen the big giant wind turbines across the country, you might wonder, just how exactly do we get energy from the wind? It's a pretty fascinating answer! Listen to this awesome interview with Neil Milani, mechanical engineer, who worked in wind energy for 15 years. He gives us insight to this amazing renewable resource! 

How Do You Make a Spacecraft Safe?

2023/3/7

37:12

When you send a spacecraft into space, engineers need to ensure that the humans onboard will get to their destination and back in a timely manner, but also in a way that keeps them safe on the entire trip. How do they do that? Take a listen to this fascinating chat with Vera Demchenko, a Systems Test and Verifications Engineer for Lockheed Martin's Orion Program. She gives us great insight into how this is done. 

What Does a Primatologist Do?

2023/2/28

34:54

Have you ever wondered  You won't want to miss the exciting chat with Dr. Mireya Mayor, Director of Exploration and Science Communication for FIU, and a National Geographic Explorer.  Dr. Mayor loves primates, has been all over the world researching them, and even discovered a new lemur species! She is an award-winning TV host of Expedition Bigfoot and is most widely known as "Her Wildness". You will definitely enjoy hearing from this energetic and amazing scientist. 

How Do Astronauts Live in Space?

2023/2/20

34:57

One of the biggest questions facing anyone who wants to be in space is-- how do humans live there? It's not easy. There are so many things in the microgravity environment that are difficult to overcome. Listen to this FUN and fascinating chat with Dr. Mike Harrison, Chief Medical Officer of Axiom Space and Mayo Clinic aerospace medicine specialist, as he explains what doctors have learned about helping humans to live safely in space. 

How Do Humans (and Robots) Feel?

2023/2/14

36:19

Humans have five senses, of which one is touch. But did you ever wonder if it's possible to use materials to understand just how our brains process information when we touch something? Dr. Darren Lipomi, a professor in the department of nanoengineering at UC San Diego, chats with us about the amazing research his lab is doing with materials to perhaps one day enable computers and even robots to comprehend the sense of touch. 

How Do You Get Materials from the Earth?

2023/2/7

36:02

Have you ever wondered where the materials come from to build houses? roads? your cell phone? Most of it is mined from the Earth. Take a listen to this fascinating episode with engineer Alexis Lua, who worked in the mining field for ten years. She explains what a cool job it is to work in mining. Dig in for a great chat! 

How Did Computers Evolve?

2023/1/31

32:26

Ever wonder about the history of the computer? We have NY Times Bestselling Author/Illustrator Rachel Ignotofsky on our show to discuss all of the ins and outs of computer history. Take a listen to alot of the historical tidbits that Rachel shares with us. You may just learn something new! 

How Can We Help the World's Oceans?

2023/1/24

32:39

Oceans cover more than 70% of the Earth's surface, and are home to some of the tiniest creatures on the planet (single-celled organisms), to some of the largest (the blue whale). How can we keep this amazing environment clean, healthy, and thriving for our world? Steve Creech, President of the Wyland Foundation, shares some ideas of how they are helping the oceans and leaves us with a few suggestions of how you can help, too. 

How Do You Create a Collection?

2023/1/17

32:03

Happy 2023! You won't believe how we are starting our new season. We are thrilled to have John Corcoran, director of Ripley Entertainment, better known to most of you as, Ripley's Believe It or Not! And who better to discuss our topic of "How Do You Create a Collection?" Listen to this FUN and Fascinating chat about collecting. You may even get ideas of how to start a collection yourself. 

The BEST of Extreme Places

2023/1/10

28:17

What is the most extreme place in the world you've ever visited? It's probably not as far as these people-- and objects have been. As podcast hosts Jennifer and Jeff enjoy their last week of break, they invite you to listen to some of the most amazing places on the planet and way out in space these guests have learned about. First, hear from Dr. Rosa Leon-Zayas as she gives her first-hand experience of "How Do You Get to the Bottom of the Ocean?", next enjoy NASA's Tracy Drain who answers the question, "How Do You Explore Another Planet's Moon?" and finally, hear from Joe De Pacquale, as he explains "How Does the James Webb Space Telescope See?". Have fun exploring these amazing places! 

The BEST of Talking to Robots

2023/1/3

23:50

You can talk to your friends, talk your animals, but what about talking to robots, is that possible? Yes! While the Solve It for Kids team is on holiday break, enjoy clips from three of our favorite computer episodes. Hear from Lisa Leinbaugh, "How Do You Make a Brain for a Computer?",  Dr. Carlotta Barry helps us to understand "How Do You Talk to a Robot?" and Rob Chambers of Lockheed Martin tells us "How Can You Talk to a Spaceship?"  You won't want to miss these exciting robotic-themed episodes. Enjoy! 

The BEST of Learning About Trees

2022/12/27

24:53

What is all around you, helps our environment, and provides a home to animals? Give up? It's TREES, of course. While the Solve It for Kids  Podcast is on holiday break, enjoy clips from our favorite shows in the BEST of Learning About Trees!! Hear from Alexandra Siy, as she discusses: How Do You Tell the Age of a Tree?, Brian Campbell where he explains: Why Measure the Height of Trees? and, Sneed Collard III, who answers the question:  How Do You Build a Backyard Habitat? Happy Holidays! 

The BEST of Saving the Environment!

2022/12/20

24:20

Happy Holidays!  Solve It for Kids podcast hosts Jennifer and Jeff are taking a break, but please enjoy the BEST of Saving the Environment! Clips from three of our favorite episodes about the environment including: Ep 112- Can You Store Carbon Dioxide in Rocks?, Ep -117 How Can You Save Sea Turtles?, and Ep How Do You Make Clothes Sustainable. Have fun listening and if you want to learn more, findthe original episodes and replay them all over again. #ScienceRocks 

How Do You Power a Spacecraft?

2022/12/13

31:22

You've seen NASA send spacecraft to the Moon, Mars, and around many other planets in our solar system, and beyond. But did you ever wonder how these spacecraft are powered? They have to last for many, many years and let's face it, there isn't a charging station in space? Well, our guest today knows all about powering spacecraft! Carl Sandifer, manager of the Radioisotope Power Systems Program at NASA Glenn Research Center explains everything. After all, without power, spacecraft can't do anything. Don't miss this amazing and intriguing interview.

Why Would You Send Yeast into Space?

2022/12/6

32:28

Yeast is something you probably eat every day (it's in bread!) but would you ever think about sending it into space? That's exactly what Dr. Sergio Santa Maria, the lead scientist for NASA Ames BioSentinel program is doing. BioSentinel is NASA's first biological mission beyond the Earth-Moon system. Their experiment with yeast was launched on the Artemis1 rocket and is now (and forever) flying through space. The goal is to learn how yeast is affected by deep space radiation in hopes of learning how that same radiation might affects humans. Sounds like a cool experiment, doesn't it? It is! Take a listen. 

How Can YOU help with Biodiversity?

2022/11/29

45:54

Did you know that YOU can help with biodiversity? It's true! Get inspired by Earth Echo International's program manager, Kasey Gaylord-Opaleski, and youth team leader David Yoon, as they describe all of the amazing ways that kids (of all ages) can help to sustain biodiversity on our planet. Then follow up by doing the challenge described by Earth Echo International. You will be glad that you did as you figure out ways to help our planet. 

How Do You Talk to a Spaceship?

2022/11/22

41:24

Have you ever wanted to talk to a spaceship? Well now you can! Human spaceflight developer Rob Chambers, of Lockheed Martin, chats with us about Callisto, a unique vehicle-connected interface that is a collaboration Amazon's Alexa virtual-assistant, and Webex by Cisco, a video software and collaboration software. Join us for this FANTASTIC conversation about how you can talk to the Orion spaceship as it hurtles towards the Moon in 2022.  

How Do You Make Clothes Sustainable?

2022/11/15

30:03

People often try to be aware of the impact they are making on the planet. They will make sure to drink out of reusable water bottles, use as little plastic as possible, and even walk instead of driving. But did you ever think about how the clothes you wear affect the planet? If not, you'll want to listen to our awesome chat with Louise Ulukaya, founder of Mon Couer clothing, as she explains to us how she uses recycled plastic and abandoned fishing lines to make her clothes for kids. You'll be surprised at all of the science that is involved! 

How Do You Land a Plane?

2022/11/8

35:30

Have you ever wondered how airline pilots land those giant planes? You know the big jumbo jets-- or even the small ones? Don't miss this fun and exciting episode with Guy Wroble, engineer and former airline pilot, who talks to us about physics, weather, and also how the length of the runway plays a part in the landing. You will leave appreciating just how awesome pilots are! 

How are Sports and STEM related?

2022/11/1

36:05

Have you ever watched a sporting event and looked for the science? You should! Sports can't  happen without science, technology, engineering, and math. We have Sean Barton, the Director of Curriculum and Strategy for STEM Sports to talk about just how you can see the STEM in sports! Don't miss this awesome episode all about sportsscience!  

Why Do We Need Sleep?

2022/10/25

34:30

Did you ever wonder why we need sleep? And what happens to our brains as we sleep at night? We have the awesome Dr. Nancy Cowdin Hennessy, neuroscientist and teacher who explains just what our brain does when its sleepy. This is an episode not to be missed! It may even help you sleep better Zzzzzzzz

How Do You Build a Backyard Habitat?

2022/10/18

37:15

Want to create the perfect habitat for eco-friendly plants and animals in your own backyard? Don't miss this fantastic chat with Award-winning science author and birder, Sneed Collard III. Grab a pencil and a pad of paper. You'll want to write down all of his tips for designing your own backyard. You may even find yourself heading to the nearest garden center to pick out a few plants to get started! 

How Do You Talk to a Robot?

2022/10/11

37:02

Do you wish that you could talk to a robot? It's not that difficult to do, just program it to follow your instructions. The fantastic Dr. Carlotta Barry, electrical and computer engineer, tells us how to do just that in this exciting and informative chat. This episode will have you heading to the nearest website to buy yourself a robotics kit and build a robot of your own! #RoboticsRocks

Why Measure the Height of Trees?

2022/10/4

40:23

Have you ever looked up at a tree and wondered just exactly how tall it really is? We can help with that! Brian Campbell, NASA Senior Earth Science Outreach Specialist at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center's Wallops Flight Facility in VA, tells us about the challenge he has for all you citizen scientists out there! It's the NASA GLOBE Trees Challenge 2022: Trees in a Changing Climate and he needs YOUR help! Tune in and learn how you can help measure trees for NASA. 

How Do You Study Another Planet's Moon?

2022/9/27

39:57

Did you know that Europa, one of Jupiter's moons, may contain twice as much water as all of the Earth's oceans combined? Learn this and other amazing facts from Tracy Drain, the lead flight systems engineer for NASA's Europa Clipper Mission. Don't miss this awesome chat about all things space, science, and astronomical fun!! 

How Can Math Blow Your Mind?

2022/9/20

32:48

If you've ever thought math was boring, you HAVE to listen to this episode! Cindy Lawrence, the CEO and Executive Director of the National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath), will explain how much fun you can have with math-- it will BLOW your mind!! Don't miss this exciting and entertaining chat. You may just even learn how to ride a bicycle with square wheels! 

How Do You Get to the Bottom of the Ocean?

2022/9/13

38:40

If you've ever wonder what's at the bottom of the ocean, you won't want to miss this episode! The fabulous Dr. Rosa Leon-Zayas, environmental microbiologist, shares with us her special deep dive into the ocean on the Alvin! The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution submersible was certified to dive to its deepest depths yet near her home country of Puerto Rico. 

How Do You Tell the Age of a Tree?

2022/9/6

33:20

Do you ever look at some really tall trees and wonderhow old they are? How can you tell? Listen to this FUN episode with award-winning science author and photographer Alexandra Siy as she tells us about her quest to find the world's oldest tree! It will have you searching for pine cones and leaves in your own backyard. 

How Do You Measure the Size and Shape of a Star?

2022/8/30

37:16

We love to look at stars. But have you ever wondered just how big stars are? Listen to this fascinating chat with Dr. Gerard van Belle, Chief Scientist for the Navy Precision Optical Interferometer at Lowell Observatory and he is going to tell us about the cool technology they use to determine the size and shape of stars. You may never look at the stars the same again! 

How is Cloud Watching Helpful for Science?

2022/8/23

37:30

While we all love to do a bit of cloud watching, have you ever thought about the science behind clouds? There is so much more to clouds than just fun animal shapes and rain. Take a listen to the fascinating chat with Jessica Taylor, physical scientist, at NASA's Langley Research Center as she tells us all about how clouds really do help us to learn about the science of our planet! 

Is it Easy to Land a Helicopter on a Ship?

2022/8/16

31:40

Have you ever wondered how military pilots land helicopters on a planes that are floating on the ocean? Listen to retired Coast Guard helicopter pilot, Elizabeth Booker explain just how difficult it can be. Don't miss this rocking and rolling episode! 

How Can You Save Baby Sea Turtles?

2022/8/9

37:27

Have you ever wondered how you can make a difference? It doesn't take a lot of training or experience, it just takes an idea and a determination to succeed. Take a listen to Dr. Marsha Tufft, engineer, as she talks about how she designed an object to help save sea turtles! (and she's not even a biologist!). You may just learn how you can help, too. 

The BEST of Flight!

2022/8/2

22:26

Soar through the stratosphere with a few of our BEST of Flight episodes! You'll hear from LCDR Becky Shaw (Why Would You Fly into a Hurricane),  Norman Black (Why Do Science Experiments Travel By Balloon instead of Jet?), and Nils Larson, NASA's X-59 test pilot (Why Do Planes Make a Sonic Boom?).  You'll have such fun revisiting these classic clips that you'll want to go back and listen to the original chats again. Enjoy the flights! 

The BEST of Amazing Engineering

2022/7/26

22:01

Love to learn about the wonders of engineering and technology? Don't miss this fabulous episode with snippets from AMAZING engineering!! Dr. Arturo Dominguez discusses (How To Hold the Sun in a Donut), Dr. Anna Michel chats abt (How to Design a Sensor to Learn about the Deep Ocean) and Jim Geffre (How Will We Send Astronauts Back to the Moon). Scientists/engineers from Princeton's Plasma Physics Lab, WHOI and NASA will take you to the edges of new technology! 

The BEST of Aquatic Animals

2022/7/19

21:05

Take a deep dive into the ocean with this BEST of Aquatic Animals episode. You'll get snippets of shows featuring Dr. Amy Apprill (Do Whales Have Germs?), Gretchen Burson (How Do You Train a Shark?) and Dr. Katie Lotterhos (Can You Predict Which Animals will Survive Environmental Change?) If you love these, then go back and listen to the originals. 

The BEST of Ice!

2022/7/12

19:51

Enjoy this COOL selection of a few of our BEST of ICE episodes with Dr. Ulyana Horodyskj (How are Glaciers Nature's Time Machine), Dr. Will Grundy (Why Do We Study Alien Ice?) and Dr. Alan Stern (What is it Like to Fly by Pluto?)  If you love these "shorts" go back and listen to the whole episodes here or on our website. Have fun chilling out!

Can You Use Rocks to Store Carbon Dioxide?

2022/7/5

30:03

If you're interested in how scientists are combatting climate change, take a listen to this intriguing and informative episode with geologist Katrin Steinthorsdottir, who is working with a company to tap into the natural carbon-storing process rocks use to help offset the build-up of carbon dioxide in the atmopshere. Don't miss this important episode! 

How Do You Count Penguins?

2022/6/28

35:11

If you love penguins, and birds in general, you're going to LOVE this episode! We have the awesome Noah Strycker, penguin scientist and birder, on the show talking about how he counts pengiuns in Antarctica. AND he shares his BIG YEAR in Birding. You won't believe how many species of birds Noah identified in one year. Don't miss this exciting episode! 

How Can You Recognize Every Giraffe in the World?

2022/6/21

34:53

Do you love giraffes? We do! And if you do as well, you won't want to miss this exciting and intriguing episode with Dr. Monica Bond, wildlife biologist, as she talks about her experience studying more than 3,500 giraffes in Tanzania. She may just give you clues for how to identify a giraffe!! 

How Does the James Webb Space Telescope See?

2022/6/14

29:34

If you've ever wondered exactly how the awesome new James Webb Space Telescope will see into space, you won't want to miss this episode. Joe DePasquale, Senior Data Image Developer at the Space Science Telescope Institute (STScI) is here to explain it all. And those amazing images you will see, yes, Joe may be the one producing them!

How Do You Make Software?

2022/6/7

31:39

Have you ever wondered how computer software is made? It's not as simple as you might think. Listen to this FUN and fascinating chat with Menlo Innovations CEO Richard Sheridan as he explains how creating software involves not only problem solving, and engineering, but also joy.

What's it like to Live in Antarctica?

2022/5/31

30:07

Are you like us and you've always wanted to visit Antarctica? Well, this is your chance to learn more about this AMAZING place! Take a listen to writer, artist, deep sea diver, and polar explorer Karen Romano Young as she gives us an inside view to one of the coldest continents on the planet!

How Do We Know the Dinosaurs Could Fly?

2022/5/23

32:40

What do you know about flying dinosaurs? A lot? A little? You won't want to miss this fascinating chat with the paleontologist Dr. Jingmai O'Connor of The Field Museum in Chicago. You will definitely learn something new-- including how to spot dinosaurs in your backyard.

How Can You Keep Your Computer Safe??

2022/5/17

32:06

Want to know how to keep your computer safe? Cybersecurity engineer and children's author Ella Schwartz, gives us tips that you can do right now! Don't forget to try her challenge. We can all use a way to come up with more secure passwords.

How Do You Train a Shark?

2022/5/10

29:48

It's Shark Week here on Solve it for Kids! We are thrilled to have Gretchen Burson, an Aquarist II at the Georgia Aquarium chat with us about how she TRAINS sharks!! Don't miss this amazing talk about these beautiful and fantastic apex predators.

Why Do Scientists Count Lizard Scales?

2022/5/3

31:31

Why would a scientist COUNT lizard scales? Listen to this FUN and fascinating show with Zoologist Sarah Skebba, creator of EdZOOcating as she talks about all of the amazing animals she has been able to work with. It just might inspire YOU to become a zoologist!

How Can You Become a Codebreaker?

2022/4/26

34:19

Do you want to learn how to make--and break-- codes? This is an episode you won't want to miss! Computer scientist and multi-award-winning children's author Laurie Wallmark as she teaches us how to do both of these things. Time to get your coding on!

How do Design a Sensor to Learn about the Deep Ocean?

2022/4/19

26:01

Ever wonder how scientists get information about the ocean? They use sensors! Take a listen to this awesome chat with Dr. Anna Michel, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, associate scientist and ocean engineer as she explains how this works. Take a deep dive into ocean engineering! 

How Will Astronauts Get Back to the Moon?

2022/4/12

34:35

**100th episode special guest** We are thrilled to have Jim Geffre, NASA's Orion Vehicle Integration Manager to tell us how astronauts are going to get back to the Moon with the Artemis program. Don't miss this awesome conversation!!

Why Would You Fly into a Hurricane?

2022/4/5

36:02

Ever wondernhow meteorologists get information to track hurricanes? Meet a real-life Hurrican Hunter! LCDR Rebecca Shaw is a pilot who flies into hurricanes to gather information for NOAA and other weather organizations. Listen to  learn about her amazingly awesome job!

Why Do We Study Alien Ice?

2022/3/29

30:33

Did you know that ice isn't always made of water? It's true. "Alien" ice on other planets can be made of different chemicals. WHY that is important? Listen to this COOL chat with Dr. Will Grundy, co-investigator of NASA's New Horizon project and planetary scientist at Lowell Observatory to learn more!

Can the Ocean Give Clues about Deep Space?

2022/3/22

30:27

Did you know that scientists study the deep ocean to learn about deep space? They do! Listen to this amazing talk with Dr. Julie Huber, Senior Marine Chemistry and Senior Chemistry scientis at Woods Hole Oceanographic as she give us a deep dive into her fascinating research down below.

How Can You Help NASA do astronomy?

2022/3/15

34:19

Would you like to help NASA to collect data from space? You can! Listen to this awesome chat with Dr. Marc Kuchner, Citizen Science Officer for NASA's Science Mission Directorate. You may just help to discover a new planetary object!

How are Glaciers Nature's Time Machine?

2022/3/8

31:35

Have you ever wondered how scientists study glaciers? Listen to this COOL and fascinating chat with Dr. Ulyana Horodyskyj, glaciologist as she gives us a peek into the amazing world of glaciers and explains how they can help us understand Earth's history. 

How Can You Use Music to Get Kids Excited About STEM?

2024/2/6

39:57

How can you get kids excited about STEM? Put it to music! That's exactly what our guest today has done. Victor Villegas is a Digital and Technology Coordinator for Oregon State University by day and the "DroneSinger" at night! You'll want to tune in to hear how Victor turns STEM topics in to amazing music and songs.  You may even get to hear one performed on the show! 

How Long Can Humans Live Underwater?

2024/2/13

28:51

Humans have live over a year in space, but how long can they live underwater? Not many people can answer that question, but our amazing guest can. Known as Dr. Deep Sea, Dr. Joseph Dituri has spent 100 days living underwater. He is on our show to tell us what it was like and how exciting it was to experience the ocean up close! 

Where Could We Find Life in the Solar System?

2024/2/20

33:06

We now know that the universe is vast and filled with billions of stars. But where could we find life? It's such a big place to search, so why not start with our own solar system. What are we doing to search for life here? Natasha Carr, a PhD candidate studying physics and space science at the University of Leicester, has a lot of thoughts about this. She is sharing them with us today. Don't miss this excellent out-of-this-world episode! 

How do Old Wind Turbines Blades Become Art?

2024/2/27

38:00

Have you seen those giant wind turbines across the country? Ever wondered what happens to the blades when they have to be replaced? They can be recycled! Take a listen to our guest, Brian Donahue, with Canvus, a company who manufactures furniture out of old wind turbine blades. You may have some of these awesome structures in your community right now. What an awesome combination of STEM, ART, and recycling. 

What Would it Look Like if We Lived in Space?

2024/3/5

29:09

What do you think it would look like if we lived in space? Would we have houses? Mobile homes? Moon buggies? What kind of food would we eat? Entrepreneur and Axiom astronaut John Shoffner is here to talk to us about what it's like to live in space for a short time. And he challenges us to participate in the International Space Art and Poetry Contest to share your ideas! 

How Much is there Still to Learn About the Ocean?

2024/3/12

38:14

How much do we know about the ocean? And how much is there still to learn? TONS! Aquanaut and scientist Brian Helmuth is on our show today to talk about all of the amazing things he has learned about while studying the ocean for his entire career. Listen and celebrate our 200th episode with a repeat visit from our very first amazing guest! 

How Do You Study Exoplanets?

2024/3/19

33:34

What types of planets are way out in space and how do scientists study them? We have the awesome Dakota Tyler, astrophysicist and science communicator at DT Star Kid on our show to talk all about the fascinating field of exoplanets. You won't want to miss this out-of-this-world episode! 

What's it like to be a Civilian Astronaut?

2024/3/26

32:30

Have you ever wanted to go to space?  Meet Chris Sembroski, civilian astronaut member of Inspiration4, a historic orbital mission that took four civilian astronauts to space. Chris shares his amazing experience with us. Hopefully, he'll inspire one of you to head to space, too! 

How Do Dolphins Recognize Humans?

2024/4/2

26:45

Have you ever wondered how dolphins respond to their trainers? Do they actually recognize humans? Learn the answer on today's show from dolphin trainer Griselda Mora as she explains how smart dolphins are and talks about how you can become a dolphin trainer one day! 

Participate in this episode's challenge: Build something out of recyclables, like an ocean creature.

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How Will AI Affect Learning to Code?

2024/4/9

42:19

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is on everyone's minds these days. What is it? How can it help me? Is it a good thing to learn to use? Our guest,  Peter Kuperman Founder and CEO of HATCH Coding, answers all of those questions and more! Peter gives us a very user-friendly analogy for how to think of coding that's as simple as setting the table. Don't miss this intriguing episode. 

Every episode of this award-winning podcast for kids (of all ages) takes you behind the scenes of a a scientist, engineer, or expert's life. Packed with fun facts, intriguing information, and lots of fun, this podcast aims to educate as well as inspire. The best part is that every guest gives the listeners an easy challenge to do to learn more.

The challenge for this episode is: Use Chat GPT to create a title for your own app, and then have it outline how to build the app. 

Check out our website: www.solveitforkids.com for more information about the guest, their job, and even book recommendations for young readers to learn more. 

How Do Birds Fly?

2024/4/16

28:45

Have you ever watched birds soaring in the sky and wondered... How do they fly like that? Our guest,  Alex Troutman, wildlife biologist and science communicator, is here to explain it all. A lifetime birding enthusiast, Alex turned his interest in birds into a job as a scientist. He now shares all of his awesome knowledge with us. 

Every episode of this award-winning science podcast for kids and families takes you behind the scenes of a scientist, engineer, or expert's day job. Packed with fun facts, intriguing information, and lots of fun, this podcast aims to educate as well as inspire. The best part is that every guest gives our listeners and easy challenge to learn more. 

This episode's challenge is to: make a paper airplane that looks like a bird and test it out!

Find more information on our website: www.solveitforkids.com

Why are Whales Important?

2024/4/23

31:24

Have you ever wondered why whales are important to the planet? On  our special Earth Day edition of the podcast, we talk with Dr. Emme Devonish, an Amelia Island Whale Ambassador, as she discusses how whales contribute so many things to our ecosystem. You can learn a lot about right whales who live on the east coast of the U.S. 

Every episode of this award-winning podcast for kids (of all ages) takes you behind the scenes of a scientist, engineer, or expert's day on the job. Packed with fun facts, intriguing information, and lots of fun. This podcast aims to educate as well as inspire. The best part is that every guest gives our listeners an easy challenge to learn to do more.

Challenge for this episode: Think about whales and write a poem or draw a picture about something that inspires you about them. 

Check out our website, www.solveitforkids.com, to learn more about our guest, their job, and discover book recommendations for young readers who wish to learn more. 

How do you Make Peas Taste Great?

2024/4/30

35:23

Have you ever wished that your peas could taste better? Perhaps you've avoided eating them because you don't like how they taste. Well, Christine Lewington, Founder and CEO of PIP International, the best tasting pea protein, is here to talk with us. You'll learn how pea protein is made, and even what an agricultural engineer does. 

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Every episode of this award-winning science podcast for kids and families takes you behind the scenes of a scientist, engineer, or expert's day job. Packed with fun facts, intriguing information, and lots of laughs, this podcast aims to educate as well as inspire. The best part is that each guest gives our listeners a challenge to learn more.

The challenge for this episode is to go to the grocery store and identify three products that have pea protein. 

Find more information at our website: www.solveitforkids.com

How Can We Hold the Sun in a Donut?

2022/3/1

35:16

What if you could harness the power of the sun in a donut? Scientists can. Well not a real donut, of course. Listen to this energetic talk with Dr. Arturo Dominguez of the Princeton Plasma Physics Lab to learn all about nuclear fusion!

Why do Dogs and Cats need to Go to the Doctor?

2022/2/22

28:48

Do you have a pet? Then THIS is the episode for you! We have the awesome Dr. Michelle Clements, veterinarian, chatting with us about dogs, cats, guniea pigs, rabbits, and many other animals. Don't miss this Pet-tastic conversation!

How Do You Make a Great Video?

2022/2/15

31:56

Wish you could make a great video? Our guest, anthropologist and documentary filmmaker Nick Norris, tells us how! He explains the ins and outs of how to get a great video (hint: light is EVERYTHING!) Don't miss this FUN and informative chat! 

How Do Scientists Get Kids Excited About STEM?

2022/2/8

30:03

How does a chemical engineer become an editor for children's books at MIT Press? Listen to the awesome Dr. Jermey Matthews to find out. He will give tips on how to get kids excited about STEM/STEM and literacy! Don't miss this FUN and informative chat!!

How Do You Design a Space Station?

2022/2/1

35:22

Have you ever wondererd how the International Space Stations (ISS) was built? We are thrilled to have NASA engineer Lou Ramon on our show to tell us all about it! Lou not only helped design and build the ISS, but also worked on the Apollo Moon Lander. TONS of awesome space knowledge on this podcast. Don't miss it!

How Do You Make a Computer Brain?

2022/1/25

32:30

Have you ever wondered how engineers make a "brain" for a computer? Listen to electrical engineer Lisa Leinbaugh explain this really cool process of how they actually layer multiple wafers of silicon to create a semiconductor. WOW!

What is Living in Your Dirt?

2022/1/18

30:58

Ever wonder WHAT is living in your dirt? Horticulturist Kelly Bull is here to tell us. She even gives us tips on how to grow amazing plants! (Hint: you don't have to be born with a "green thumb") If you love growing things, listen to this FUN and informative chat! 

Why Do Planes Make a Sonic Boom?

2022/1/11

40:21

Join us for a supersonic blast off to our brand new season! What is it like to fly over 100 different kinds of aircraft? We are thrilled to have NASA test pilot Nils Larson join us to talk about doing just that. This exciting chat soars to new heights as Nils explans his cool new job of being NASA's lead pilot on the X-59 Quiet Supersonic Technology Aircraft (QueSST). 

The BEST of Deep Space

2022/1/4

21:00

Happy New Year! Start the year of right by listening to some of our best out-of-this-world episodes. They include chats with engineer and author Suzanne Slade, LIGO scientist Dr. Eric Thrane, and NASA JPL engineer Brian Franz. You'll learn about how to have a snowball fight on Mars, how to listen to black holes, and how the Perserverance Rover works on Mars. 

The BEST of Animals

2021/12/28

19:25

Happy Holidays! Check out our BEST of Animals compiliation with snippets from earlier shows with Dr. Sarah McAnulty, Dr. Alison Pearce Steves, and David Brown. Take a listen to these fun episodes that discuss squishy squid, rhinos in the midwest and how to find a hidden giraffe. 

The BEST of Science in Your Backyard

2021/12/21

20:53

Happy Holidays! Jennifer and Jeff are on vacation, but don't miss our BEST of Science in Your Backyard compilation with snippets from episodes with some of our favorite "backyard" scientists- Dr. Loree Griffin Burns, Dr. Colleen Kelley, and Dr. Anne Estes. Take a listen to these FUN episodes that discuss moths, stinky plants, and how YOU are like a Dung Beetle. 

What is it Like to Fly by Pluto?

2021/12/14

36:39

Our last episode of the season may just be our best! Our guest is the awesome Dr. Alan Stern, the principal investigator for NASA's New Horizons spacecraft. The FIRST spacecraft to explore Pluto and its moons up close. Don't miss this FASCINATING and out-of-this-world chat which will take you to the farthest reaches of our solar system, where New Horizons is heading next! 

How Do You Make Toilet Paper Soft?

2021/12/7

33:21

Toilet Paper. It's something you use every day. But do you ever think about how it's MADE? We have chemical engineer Madion Matson on our show today to chat about the in-depth chemical and material processes that go into making the one thing none of us want to be without! Listen and you may just learn some surprising facts about toilet paper! 

Do Whales Have Germs?

2021/11/30

30:18

We all know that people have germs, but do WHALES have germs? Listen to this awesome chat with Dr. Amy Apprill of Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution as she explains that - YES, they do! Her team is doing some amazing research with whales that involve getting up close and personal with them as well as using drones to learn all about their microbes and what they can tell us. Don't miss this chance to learn about one of the biggest animals in the ocean! 

How Much Weight Can a Crane Lift?

2021/11/23

32:59

Have you ever wondered how bridges are demolished? Engineers must use BIG cranes to do it. Listen to this FUN and fascinating chat with Bridge Engineer Luis Duque as he explains how they dismantle a bridge piece by piece. He even shares with us how bridge inspections are done and tells us about the very famous bridge he is working on right now! 

How Do You Work With Snakes... Safely?

2021/11/16

31:56

Snakes! If you've ever wonder what it would be like to work as a herptologist and handle snakes in a zoo, you're about to find out. Join us for our lively discussion with Herptology Curator Travis Land as he talks all about the slithering, side-winding creatures he works with on a daily basis. 

How Can Music Help Us Learn About Space?

2021/11/9

30:30

Teachers are amazingly innovative!  When music teacher Laurie Orth wanted to get her students to learn the recorder she decided to use SPACE to do it! Listen to this FUN, music-filled episode with STEAM pioneer educator Laurie as she teaches us how music and space go together! (We even get her to do a few songs for us). 

How Do Engineers Think?

2021/11/2

32:28

Do you ever wonder how engineers solve problems? Or why they test things over and over? We have Dr. Cory Hixon, an assistant professor of engineering at Colorado Christian University to explain it all. He has some pretty amazing ways to teach future engineers. Don't miss this fascinating conversation. And DO his challenge, too. 

How Can We Study Ocean Pollution?

2021/10/26

33:22

Ocean Pollution is a serious problem. How do scientists study it? And what can be done about this? Listen to this fascinating and fact-filled chat with Dr. Padma Venkatraman, who is not only an esteemed oceanographer but also an award-winning author! Dr. Padma explains the science of pollution and challenges us all to help clean it up! 

How Does NASA Help People on Earth?

2021/10/19

26:44

When you think of NASA, you might think of astronauts, but NASA employs tons of people whose jobs are also important to the agency. Take a listen to Kirsten Larson, former NASA public affairs officer, now children's author, who gives us a behind-the-scenes peek into how NASA helps the public understand how a space agency helps people on the ground! 

How Do Structures Stand Up?

2021/10/12

30:19

Have you ever wondered how bridges are built? How do engineers know what materials to use? Listen to this enthusiastic and fascinating chat with Bridge Engineer Danielle Schroeder as she takes us behind the scenes and teaches us about how structures stand up. Don't forget to do the awesome challenge! 

How Do You Keep Zoo Animals Happy?

2021/10/5

32:16

Do you love going to the zoo? Want a behind-the-scenes peek into how zookeepers keep their animals safe and happy? Listen to this fascinating episode with Zookeeper Susan Summers as she tells us what it's like to take care of some amazing animals! 

How Did Marine Fossils End Up on Dry Land?

2021/9/28

29:15

Ever wish you could discover a fossil? Listen to this exciting episode with paleontologist and science cosplay educator Gabriel-Philip Santos who works with the ALF Museum in CA. He shares with us his studies of some amazing fossilized marine animals and they ended up on dry land! (There are even some sci-fi references to explain the science here)  

Why Do Teeth Decay?

2021/9/21

27:40

Teeth are some of the hardest substances in the body, so why do they break down? Listen to this FUN chat with dentist, Dr. Emily Swanson as she explain to us WHY teeth decay. You just might learn some tips and tricks for ways to keep your teeth healthy and free from cavities. When you're done listening to this episode, go back and listen to "How Do You Build Teeth Out of Soap?" another fabulous show with Dr. Emily!  

Why Do Science Experiments Travel By Balloon instead of By Jet?

2021/9/14

33:37

Science is sometimes best when its slow.  When you want to learn how materials are affected by the change in atmosphere, you use a balloon to transport them to the edge of space. Listen to this fascinating episode with retired Air Force Colonel Norman Black as he describes how KIDS are learning about the how objects change as they approach the edge of space!  

WHERE are the Aliens?

2021/9/7

31:45

WHERE are the ALIENS? And more importantly, will we recognize them when we find them? Dr. Ryan MacDonald, theoretical astrophysicist with Cornell University, is one of the scientists trying to answer this question. He studies exoplanets and determines the types of atmospheres they have. Will one of these exoplanets have the right atmosphere for aliens to live on it? Listen to this fascinating episode to find out! 

Can You Predict Which Animals Will Survive Environmental Change?

2021/8/31

29:24

Wouldn't it be great if scientists could predict which ocean animals might survive environmental change? That could mean big things for the future of biodiversity in the ocean! Listen to this important and fascination conversation with Dr. Katie Lotterhos of Northeastern University as she describes the cool research her lab is doing to try to answer this question. 

What Can Ancient Rhinos Tell Us About the Midwest?

2021/8/24

25:02

Did you know that rhinoceros once lived in North America? (and no, we are not talking about the ones found in zoos). Paleontologists have proof of this amazing phenomenon. Listen to Dr. Alison Pearce Stevens as she tells us all about the awesome discovery of over 200 complete skeletons at Ashfall Fossil Beds State Park. These incredible animals lived more than 12 million years ago due to a massive volcanic eruption. 

How Do You Meet the Moths That are in Your Neighborhood?

2021/8/17

35:55

Have you ever thought about the moths that live in your neighborhood? Why not go outside and get to know them. Listen to this AWESOME chat with Dr. Loree Griffin Burns on how you can host a Moth Ball and learn about the moths that live in your own backyard or nearest nature spot. 

How Do Super Stinky Plants Save Soil?

2021/8/10

30:32

Did you know that planting certain plants can actually help to clean up the environment? It's true. Listen to this fascinating chat with Dr. Colleen Kelley as she explains how her research with plants is helping to bring back areas that had been contaminated by heavy metals by making them safe and liveable again. 

How Can 3D Printers Make Implants?

2021/8/3

31:26

Did you know that scientists are developing ways to use 3D printers to make tendons? Yep. Those flexible cord-like parts of your body that attach muscles to bones are very important. Especially if you play sports! Listen to this fascinating and FUN chat with Dr. Noelia Dominguez as she explains how her research involves using 3D printers to create implants that can repair damage tendons. Don't forget to do the activity that she shares with us. 

How Do Scientists LISTEN to Black Holes?

2021/7/27

32:15

Did you know that you can HEAR Black Holes colliding out in space? It's true! Scientists have discovered that by listening to gravitational waves, they can actually hear a black hole, billions of miles away, colliding with another one. Don't miss this awesome chat with Dr. Eric Thrane, astrophysicist and cosmologist as he shares real data with us. Can YOU hear a black hole? Listen in and find out! 

How are YOU Like a Dung Beetle?

2021/7/20

31:31

Have you ever wondered how YOU are like a dung beetle? Probably not. And yet, there are similiarities that might surprise you. Don't miss this informative and yes, hilariously rocking-good time with biologist and Assistant Professor Dr. Anne Estes as she takes us on a trip to the tiny world of microbes and introduces us to the dung beetle! 

How Do You Keep Astronauts Alive in Space?

2021/7/13

27:45

Just how much science and engineering goes into keeping astronauts alive in space? A LOT! Systems engineer Bailey Burns gives us a peek inside the role a space company plays in creating technology to sustain life in space! Yes, it's the #ninjaneergirl herself. You won't want to miss this exciting and cosmic chat! 

Why are Squid Squishy?

2021/7/6

29:59

Did you know that a squid can be as long as a school bus or as tiny as your thumb? Learn these and other squid fun facts from the amazing Dr. Sarah McAnulty as she chats with hosts Jennifer and Jeff about these awesome ocean creatures. Squid may just end up being your favorite cephalopod! 

How Can Science Help Us to Solve Crimes?

2021/6/29

29:54

Ever watch those crime TV shows and wonder how the forensic scientists process all that evidence? Listen to this fun and informative chat with Dr. Kelly Elkins, biochemist and forensic scientist. Learn all about DNA, fingerprints, and solving for clues! 

How Will Physics Help Us to Capture an Alien?

2021/6/22

28:08

Physicist and Space Education specialist Melinda Bradley talks to us about how PHYSICS is all around us. Forces determine how we will travel to space, work in it, and yes, even one day perhaps discover aliens. This fact-filled and FUN chat will have you gravitating to a new way of looking at the world! Check out our podcast here: https://blog.feedspot.com/science_podcasts_for_kids/

What Do You Need to Know Operate a Rover on Mars?

2021/6/15

31:11

Ever wonder how engineers on Earth operate Rovers on another planet? It's not as easy as you think. Listen to our podcast with NASA JPL mechanical engineer Brian Franz who has worked on both the Perserverance and Curiosity Rovers on MARS!! He gives us a peek behind the scenes of daily Rover operations. This is out-of-this-world episode is NOT to be missed! 

Why Would You Want to Eat a Cricket?

2021/6/8

23:36

Join the Solve It for Kids hosts Jennifer and Jeff and their guest, Entomologist Devan George, on this trip through the science of tiny creatures-- BUGS! Learn about the types of bugs Devan studies and why YOU should try a cricket for lunch. (Hint: it's not only tasty, it's also nutritious) 

How Do You Find a Hidden Giraffe?

2021/6/1

26:47

Listen to this awesome chat with giraffe scientist and wildlife conservationist David Brown as we chat about all the different ways scientists can tell giraffes apart. Did you know a group of giraffes is called a tower? Learn this and more fun facts about giraffes like how their spots help them to hide in their environment. 

How Can Photography Inspire Conservation?

2021/5/25

32:49

We are delighted to welcome back two of our aweseom previous Solve It! guests, Dr. Brian Helmuth and Keith Ellenbogen. They will share a wonderful project they've teamed up on to help promote conservation using science and photography! Don't miss this AWESOME chat! 

How Do You Stay Dry on a Rainy Day

2021/5/18

27:24

Listen to this special ONE YEAR Anniversary taping of the Solve It For Kids podcast as Meteorologist Samantha Jacques from WZZM 13 On Your Side chats with us about all things WEATHER! Learn how meteorologists predict the weather using all kinds of science information (and how do they know where to point on that green screen?) You just may learn a few tips to avoid those rainstorms and keep you dry. 

How Do Fossils Help Our Cars Go?

2021/5/11

26:02

Ever wonder how fossils turn into oil and gas that makes our cars go? And how do scientists and engineers know which rock to look under to find it? Listen to this FUN and informative chat with Sri Lankan-Canadian chemical engineer Maria Marianayagam as she talks all things fossils, oil fields, and fuel! 

How Do We FEEL Things? #BrainScience

2021/5/4

27:44

Listen as Dr. Theanne Griffith, neuroscientist and children's author, explains how our central nervous system works. Tons of AWESOME kid-friendly explanations and experiments to try at home. #BrainScience is FUN! 

How Do You Have a Snowball Fight on Mars?

2021/4/27

25:10

Our guest today is mechanical engineer and children's author Suzanne Slade. She is going to share with us all of the COOL things NASA has learned about MARS from HiRise. 

The BEST of the OCEAN... Again

2021/4/20

22:29

Today we are celebrating a NEW Cohost for the Solve It for Kids Podcast. Please welcome Jeff Gonyea! And now take a listen to a few clips from the our BEST of the Ocean episodes, which includes Sea Turtle scientist Carlee Jackson, ocean photographer Keith Ellenbogen, and famed Aquanaut Fabien Cousteau 

The BEST of SPACE---Again!

2021/4/13

23:12

Today we listen to a replay of some of the best SPACE moments from our Solve It for Kids podcast. Our guests include Dr. Darlene Lim, Astronaut Cady Coleman, and Suzanne Slade. 

Why Should We Care About Bio-Diversity?

2021/4/6

23:05

Famed oceanographer Philippe Cousteau Jr is on the podcast to tell us why we should all care about bio-diversity. Philippe explains that the world is filled with a beautifully diverse rainbow of animals, insects, plants, bacteria and even viruses, each playing a role in helping the planet.

How Do We Photograph Wildlife At Night?

2021/3/30

25:06

Award winning documentary filmmaker and author Tony Lee Moral tells us how we can photograph wildlife at night, and how that can help animals. Tony also tells us about the fascinating story of P 22, a mountain lion who lives in Los Angeles' Griffith Park.

How Do You Diagnose Someone

2021/3/23

25:37

Physician & children's author Dr Ragain LaRocca is on the show to tell us how a doctor is able to diagnose illness in a patient. You won't believe what doctors had to do in the past! She also has a fun challenge for us.

Going Batty For Bats, Again!

2021/3/16

35:05

This is a special rebroadcast of our conversation with Dr Kristen Lear. Dr Kristen Lear LOVES Bats. You might even say she is batty for bats. She has worked with bats in central Texas pecan orchards (studying the pest control services of bats to pecan farmers) and in Naracoorte Caves, South Australia (conducting population studies on the critically endangered Southern Bent-wing Bat) She is on Solve It For Kids to tell us how kids can help bats thrive.

How Do You Remember Things?

2021/3/9

28:20

Our guest today is the Accidental Rockstar known as Étienne. He went from writing catchy songs for students in his classroom to keynoting conferences and performing sold-out concerts worldwide. The two-time Canada's Artist of the Year winner is here to teach us how we can remember things.

Why Should We Learn How To Code Anyway?

2021/3/2

22:11

Bryanne Leeming is on the Solve It For Kids Podcast to answer the question, "Why Should We Learn How To Code Anyway?" She is the inventor & CEO of Unruly Splats, a really fun and innovative way for kids, and adults, to learn how to code!

Why Do We Need To Know How Things Break?

2021/2/23

24:20

Dr Marsha Tufft is on the podcast to answer the question "Why Do We Need To Know How Things Break." This is a really fun discussion, and Dr Tufft gives us a really fun egg drop challenge.

How Does 2 + 2 = Cleaner Skies?

2021/2/16

24:52

Engineer & Author Janice Lao is on Solve It For Kids to tell us how 2 plus 2 can equal cleaner skies. As an engineer her job was to use math to find ways of cutting pollution caused by airplanes.

Why Would You Want To Follow A Colony Of Army Ants?

2021/2/9

22:52

Doug Wechsler takes his inspiration from the jungles, swamps and seashores of the world as well as from his own backyard. By showing the wonders of nature and its humorous side he hopes to motivate his readers to deepen their interest in their natural surroundings. He is on the podcast today to tell us why we would want to follow a colony of Army Ants

How Do You Make Masks That Work?

2021/2/2

24:31

Dr Pamela McCauley is on the podcast to answer the question "How Do You Make masks That Work?" This is a fantastic conversation about the many ways ergonomic engineering makes our lives better.

The Search For Big Foot

2021/1/26

24:49

This is a super fun Solve It For Kids episode. Author & crypto-zoologist Lija Fisher tells us how we can learn if the legendary creature known as Big Foot actually exists. Lija also explains what a cryptid is and tells us that many once thought to be mythical creatures have been discovered to be real! She also challenges us to make a plaster cast of our foot print.

How Can Cars Drive By Themselves?

2021/1/19

26:39

How can Cars Drive By Themselves, and Should They? Dr Mary Cummings is on Solve It For Kids To Talk About Autonomous Cars. Are truly self driving cars a reality? How many things do we have to teach a car before it can drive by itself, and is it really a good idea? Listen in to find out.

How Do You Preserve Wildlife Habitat In A City?

2021/1/12

28:17

On this episode of Solve It For Kids Suzanne Simpson answers the question "How can we preserve wildlife habitat in a city?" We were surprised to learn that there are a lot of ways kids and families can help! Suzanne also challenges us to discover what is the name of the water shed we live in.

How To Cut A Person In Half, Bring An Illustration To Life & Build Teeth Out Of Soap

2021/1/5

23:18

Today we will talk to guests about How To Cut A Person in Half, Bring An Illustration To Life & Build Teeth Out Of Soap. These are some highlights from our STEAM Episodes featuring Sue Anne Webster, Vanessa Brantley Newton & Dr Emily Swanson

Beastly Bionics

2020/12/29

28:27

We are celebrating the end of 2020 with a look back at Jennifer Swanson's appearance on the Reading With Your Kids Podcast to celebrate her acclaimed book Beastly Bionics

Best Of Our Ocean Episodes

2020/12/22

24:09

Time to take a look at some of the highlights of our episodes that took us to the Ocean. Today we revisit our interniews with sea turtle expert Carlee Jackson, underwater photographer Keith Ellenbogan & famed oceanographer Fabien Cousteau.

Astronaut - Aquanaut

2020/12/15

24:12

While we get ready for the second season of Solve It For Kids we thought we would take you back to where it all began. Our hosts Jennifer Swanson & Jed Doherty first met when Jen was a guest on Jedlie's Reading With Your Kids Podcast to celebrate her book Astronaut - Aquanaut. Here is a listen back to that first interview together.

Best Of Space!!!

2020/12/8

24:47

Today we give a listen to some of the best moments from our Solve It For Kids Podcast. Our guests today include astronaut Cady Coleman, Dr Darlene Lim and Dr Suzanne Slade.

How Can We Look Back Into Time To Discover How Galaxies Were Formed?

2020/12/1

32:39

Our guest today is Dr Robert Williams. Dr Williams is an astronomer who served as the Director of the Space Telescope Science Institute and the President of the International Astronomical Union. Today he answers the question How Can We Look Back In Time To Discover How Galaxies Were Formed?

What Is Nano Technology Anyway?

2020/11/24

29:09

Our guest today is Dr Jane Frommer. Dr Jane is a pioneer in the molecular underpinnings of nanotechnology, Dr. Jane blends her time as an advisor and editor in scientific research, technology and outreach.

Why Would You Want To Break A Flying Car?

2020/11/17

30:09

Aeronautics engineer Anthony Hazlett is on the podcast to take us inside the mind of an engineer. Anthony was part of a design team working on a flying car, and that his job was to try to break the flying car. He explains why it is important for engineers to try to break their inventions before they release them to the public.

How Do You Teach A Robot To Swim?

2020/11/10

33:41

Today we return to one of our favorite places to explore, the Ocean. Our guest is Dr Mark Patterson, oceanographer and robotics engineer. He tells us all about his swimming robot that he calls Fetch.

How Do We Study Tiny Organisms In An EcoSystem As Vast As An Ocean?

2020/11/3

23:49

Oceanographer Diana Fontaine is on the podcast to help us understand how we can study tiny organisms in an ecosystem as vast as the ocean. The organisms we are talking about are plankton, tiny creatures that are responsible for creating at least half of the World's oxygen!

How Do You Draw Science

2020/10/27

26:37

Author / Illustrator Jason Chin is on the show to tell us how he draws science. As he does that he reminds us that we should never confuse size for significance. Be sure to check out his books Gravity, Grand Canyon and The Universe.

What Do You Do When You Lose Your Dolphin?

2020/10/20

23:04

Dr Justine Jackson - Ricketts is on this episode of Solve It For Kids to tell us about what you do when you lose your dolphin. Dr Justine tells us about the fascinating research on Irrawaddy Dolphins. She also tells us how kids can help save the planet!

How Can We Use Science To restore A Beautiful Masterpiece?

2020/10/13

36:17

We have a fascinating time speaking with Dr Suzanne Quillen Lomax of the National Gallery of Art – the nation's museum. Dr Suzanne tells us how the gallery preserves, collects, exhibits, and fosters an understanding of works of art. She specifically tells us how she uses science to restore great works of art.

How Do You Capture Live, Venomous Lion Fish Safely, & Why Would You Want To?

2020/10/6

24:45

Jennifer & Jedlie have a great time speaking with Dive Safety Officer Grant Lockridge. Grant has participated in many exciting underwater research projects. Today he tells us how to capture live, venomous Lion Fish safely, and why anyone would want to!

What Is Anti-Matter & Why Does It Matter To Us?

2020/9/29

29:59

Dr Chloé Malbrunot is a research fellow at CERN lab in Switzerland. She has been working on two experiments at the CERN antiproton decelerator. Today she tells us what anti-matter is and why it should matter to us.

How Can We Help Chickens & Other Creatures Cross The Road?

2020/9/22

30:31

Road Ecologist Wendy Collinson is on the podcast to tell us how we can help chickens and other creatures cross roads safely. Wendy tells us what a road ecologist does, what a green bridge is and much more.

Creating Beaautiful Art With Legos

2020/9/15

18:37

This is so cool. Today we speak with Lego Artist Jonathan Lopes. Yes, you read that correctly, Jonathan is an artist who makes his living creating magnificent sculptures made out of Legos. Jonathan reveals what inspires his art, how he solves the problems he encounters and how kids can start creating their own Lego art.

How Can We Help Protect Sea Turtle Nests?

2020/9/8

21:14

Sea Turtles are amazing creatures. Marine Scientist Carlee Jackson is an expert when it comes to Sea Turtles. She is on the show to tell us how kids can help protect Sea Turtle Nests. She also tells us a fun challenge kids and parents will want to take on together.

How Do You Test A Rocket Without Blowing It Up?

2020/9/1

23:31

Our guest today is Rocket Scientist and Children's author Susan Slade. Susan tells us about her days testing rockets used to deliver satellites to Space

How Do You Fix A Helicopter Using Dippidy Doo

2020/8/25

22:14

Retired US Navy Captain & former astronaut Wendy Lawrence tells us how to fix a helicopter using dippidy doo. In this fun episode Capt Wendy tells us how she is able to keep from being overwhelmed when presented with a problem. She also gives kids a fun challenge.

How Can Kids Help Bats?

2020/8/18

35:05

Dr Kristen Lear LOVES Bats. You might even say she is batty for bats. She has worked with bats in central Texas pecan orchards (studying the pest control services of bats to pecan farmers) and in Naracoorte Caves, South Australia (conducting population studies on the critically endangered Southern Bent-wing Bat) She is on Solve It For Kids to tell us how kids can help bats thrive.

How Do You Get A Lot Of Water From Where You Don't Want It To Where You Do Want It

2020/8/11

34:31

This week Jennifer & Jedlie speak with TeMika Grooms. TeMika is a civil engineer who tells us how she solves the problem of moving a lot of water from where you don't want it to where you do want it. TeMika is also a talented artist and the illustrator of Jennifer's Save The Crash test Dummies Book.

How Do You Photograph A Great White Shark...Safely

2020/8/4

39:14

KEITH ELLENBOGEN is an acclaimed underwater photographer with a focus on environmental conservation. Through Keith’s photography, he seeks to evoke a sense of discovery and create intimate, personal connections to inspire positive social change and a global understanding of the world around us. He is on the show today to tell how he captured his amazing pictures of a Great White Shark

How Do You Build Teeth Out Of Soap?

2020/7/28

29:58

Today Dr Emily Swanson is on the show to tell us how a dentist builds teeth out of soap. More importantly she tells us why anyone would build a soapy tooth. She also answers the question "is it gross looking into people's mouths all day?"

How Do You Measure Particles That Are Too Small To Be Seen?

2020/7/21

27:43

Dr Gene Van Buren is on the podcast to answer the question "How Do You Measure Particles That Are Too Small To Be Seen?" Perhaps a better question would be why would we want to measure such tiny particles. Simple answer, they could hold the secret to how the Universe was created!

How Will We Communicate With People On Mars?

2020/7/14

38:09

Today Dr Darlene Lim join Jen & Jedlie to solve the problem of communicating with people on Mars. Dr. Lim conducts COOL experiments ON EARTH to help us figure out how humans will work/communicate on Mars!

How Can Technology Help Us Conserve The Planet

2020/7/7

33:00

Shah Selbe is a busy guy. He is a Rocket Scientist, Conservation Technologist and a National Geographic Explorer! He is on the Solve It For Kids Podcast to tell us how he created his own job and, more importantly, let us know how technology can help us conserve the planet!

What Happens When We Get too Much Precipitation?

2024/5/7

29:16

  Have you ever wondered how floods occur? Or maybe what happens when we get too much snow? Today's guest has the answer! Robin Fox, a surface hydrologist with the National Weather Service, is here to chat with us about things precipitation, most of all what to do if you get too much. Lot's of great weather information here for anyone who is interested in meteorology. 

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This week's challenge: Measure and keep track of how much precipitation falls this week. Compare your results to your local meteorologists. Were they the same? 

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What Purpose Do Museum Collections Serve?

2024/5/14

29:43

How many museums have you visited? A lot? Have you ever thought about why the museum curators choose those specific topics for exhibits? It's a fascinating tale and one that our guest, retired museum curator, Douglas Noble, knows tons about. Take a listen to this fascinating episode and learn how fun facts get turned into wonderful ways of learning in a museum. 

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This week's challenge is to consider a collection that you have. Go through and record what you have and evaluat them all. Then go to a museum and evaulate their collection. 

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What is the Deep Space Network?

2024/5/19

35:28

Have you ever wondered how NASA talks to all of its spacecraft that are way out in space? They use the Deep Space Network! Do you know what that is or how it works? Our guest, Rémy Morgan, is a Network Analyst for the Deep Space Network and she tells us all about how they keep track of multiple spacecraft in our solar system and all of the data they send back. If you love space technology, you won't want to miss this episode! 

What Can You Learn from an Incident Meteorologist?

2024/5/28

30:20

Have you ever wondered how firefighters keep track of where a wildfire is heading? They use incident meteorologists to help them understand how the winds, temperature, and precipitation affect the movement of the wildfire. Our guest, Jon Fox, an incident meteorologist with NOAA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, explains how it works.

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Every episode of this award-winning science podcast for kids takes you behind the scenes of a scientist, engineer, or expert's daily job.

Packed with fun facts, intriguing information, and lots of laughs, this podcast aims to educate as well as inspire. The best part is that each episode gives our listeners a challenge to learn more.

This week's challenge is to get the 7-day forecast from your local weather station. Keep track of the weather that week. See if they match.   

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How Do You Rescue Raptors?

2024/6/4

38:14

How are injured raptors like eagles and hawks rescued, rehabilitated, and sent back into the wild? It's an amazing and time-consuming process. Our guest, Dr. Travis Wilcoxen, biologist and President of the Board of Directors of the Illinois Raptor Center, is here to tell us all about how they work with injured raptors. Don't miss this fascinating and FUN episode! 

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This week's challenge is to get the 7-day forecast from your local weather station. Keep track of the weather that week. See if they match.

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What Can You Learn from Living in Antartica?

2024/6/11

34:27

  Have you ever wondered what it's like to live in Antartica? We have Greg Neri, explorer, science translator for Antarctica, and children's author, on our show today to tell us all about his experiences of living on the frozen contentinent with scientists. He even shares the story behind his new children's book about it! Don't miss this exciting episode! 

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This week's challenge is to Think like an Antarctican! Look at your world with fresh eyes, as if you were an explorer. Write or draw or just think about what you see.  

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How Does a Landscape Architect Shape the World?

2024/6/18

32:44

Have you ever looked at a building and noticed the beautiful landscape around it? Perhaps you've walked along amazingly manicured lawns amidst interesting plants, flowers, trees, and shrubs. Just who designs this natural beauty for you to enjoy? That would be someone like our guest, landscape architect Chris Flagg! Take a listen to this fascinating episode to learn about how to design and enjoy the beauty of our natural world. 

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This week's challenge is to think about this: If you were a landscape architect, what would you change or design to most influence your physical environment? 

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How Will We Talk to Astronauts on the Moon?

2024/6/25

34:33

The U.S. plans to return to the Moon in a few years and have humans walk there again. Consistent and reliable communication between the Moon and Earth is imperative. How will NASA accomplish this? Take a listen to our guest Sirina Nabhan, project data systems engineer at NASA JPL as she explains how the Deep Space Network will help. 

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Every episode of this award-winning science podcast for kids takes you behind the scenes of a scientist, engineer, or expert's daily job. Packed with fun facts, intriguing information, and lots of laughs, this podcast aims to educate as well as inspire. The best part is that each episode gives our listeners a challenge to learn more.

This week's challenge is to think about this: Think about what space exploration will look like in 20 years? And see if you can come up with some unconventional jobs that help with space exploration. 

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The BEST of Animals - Take Two

2024/7/2

32:58

The Solve It! for Kids Podcast is on summer break!

Enjoy our BEST of ANIMALS podcast while we are away.

You'll hear clips from:

Ep 212 How do you Rescue Raptors?

Ep 206 Why are Whales Important?

Ep 203 How do Dolphins Recognize Humans? 

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The BEST of Deep Space

2024/7/9

31:01

The Solve It! for Kids Podcast is on summer break!

Enjoy our BEST of Deep Space podcast while we are away.

You'll hear clips from:

Ep 201 How do you Study Exoplanets?

Ep 210 What is the Deep Space Network?  

Ep 197 Where Could We Find Aliens? 

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Every episode of this award-winning science podcast for kids takes you behind the scenes of a scientist, engineer, or expert's daily job. Packed with fun facts, intriguing information, and lots of laughs, this podcast aims to educate as well as inspire. 

The best part is that each episode gives our listeners a challenge to learn more. Find more information on our website www.solveitsciencepodcastforkids.com 

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The BEST of STEAM Activities

2024/7/16

34:27

The Solve It! for Kids Podcast is on summer break!

Enjoy our BEST of STEAM Activities podcast while we are away.

You'll hear clips from:

 Ep 198 How Do You Turn Wind Turbine Blades into Functional Art?

Ep 195 How Can You Use Music to Get Kids Excited about STEM? 

 Ep 214 How Does a Landscape Architect Shape the World? 

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Every episode of this award-winning science podcast for kids takes you behind the scenes of a scientist, engineer, or expert's daily job. Packed with fun facts, intriguing information, and lots of laughs, this podcast aims to educate as well as inspire. The best part is that each episode gives our listeners a challenge to learn more.

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The BEST of the Amazing Ocean

2024/7/23

31:05

The Solve It! for Kids Podcast is on summer break! Enjoy our BEST of the AMAZING Ocean! 

 You'll hear clips from:

 Ep 194 How Do You Do Science at Sea?

Ep 200 How Much is there Still to Learn about the Ocean? 

Ep 196 How Long Can Humans Live Underwater? 

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The BEST of Learning About Our Universe

2024/7/30

36:18

The Solve It! for Kids Podcast is on summer break!

Enjoy our BEST of Learning About the Universe!

You'll hear clips from:

Ep 192 How Do You Study the Smallest Things?

Ep 170 What Would Happen if we Didn't have Magnets?

Ep  63 How Do Scientists Listen to Black Holes?

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What's it Like to Experience Zero Gravity?

2024/8/6

32:04

Solve It for Kids Science Podcast is EXCITED to kick off our 9th season with a very special guest! 

Have you ever wondered what it's like to float in Zero Gravity? Well, we have the guest who knows all about this! Meet Tim Bailey, In-flight manager at the Zero-G Corporation. Tim has gone on hundreds of zero gravity flights with astronauts, enthusiasts, families, and even kids. If you want to know if experiencing zero-g is for you, take a listen to our show. You'll get the tips, tricks, and learn about all of the FUN of taking this very special parabolic flight. 

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 Every episode of this award-winning science podcast for kids takes you behind the scenes of a scientist, engineer, or expert's daily job. Packed with fun facts, intriguing information, and lots of laughs, this podcast aims to educate as well as inspire.

The best part is that each episode gives our listeners a challenge to learn more.

This week's challenge is to think about this: Calculate your weight on the Moon vs Mars. 

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What Do You Do When a Tiger Has a Toothache?

2024/8/20

34:24

What would YOU do to help a tiger if they had a toothache? Dr. Carrie Lodgson has the perfect answer! She was a human dentist who became a dentist to help take care of the animals at her local zoo. Tune in and listen to some of her amazing stories and hear how she helped many different animals keep their teeth healthy!

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Every episode of this award-winning science podcast for kids takes you behind the scenes of a scientist, engineer, or expert's daily job. Packed with fun facts, intriguing information, and lots of laughs, this podcast aims to educate as well as inspire. The best part is that each episode gives our listeners a challenge to learn more.

This week's challenge is to think about this: Look up how many teeth a tiger has and compare the size of a tiger's teeth to your own. 

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How Do You Rehabilitate a Bald Eagle?

2024/9/3

31:40

Bald eagles are beautiful and majestic creatures and they are our national bird. So what happens when one becomes injured? Awesome organizations like Raptor Educational Group, Inc., or REGI, are there to help. Today we are delighted to welcome Marge Gibson, founder and director of REGI, to discuss how her team works with these eagles to rehabilitate them and reintroduce them into the wild if that is possible. 

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Every episode of this award-winning science podcast for kids takes you behind the scenes of a scientist, engineer, or expert's daily job. Packed with fun facts, intriguing information, and lots of laughs, this podcast aims to educate as well as inspire. The best part is that each episode gives our listeners a challenge to learn more.

This week's challenge is to think about three things in the world that will make a difference to YOU. 

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How Do Animals Change Over Time?

2024/9/17

29:56

Want to learn some cool fun facts about some of your favorite animals? And how they might have changed over time? Take a listen to our guest, Alex Re, host of the On Wildlife podcast as he chats with us and teaches us some interesting information about the world of animals. 

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Every episode of this award-winning science podcast for kids takes you behind the scenes of a scientist, engineer, or expert's daily job. Packed with fun facts, intriguing information, and lots of laughs, this podcast aims to educate as well as inspire.

The best part is that each episode gives our listeners a challenge to learn more. This week's challenge is to think about this: Go outside and observe a plant or animal. Write down its characteristics and think about how it might have evolved over time. 

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Why Should We Connect Science and Art?

2024/10/1

33:37

How are science and art connected and why should we even consider putting them together? Dr. Emily Rice, Associate Professor of Astrophysics at at Macaulay Honors College of the City University of New York (CUNY), and owner of Startorialist, a space and science-themed product site, tells us why science and art go hand in hand. Take a listen to the fun and intriguing chat about brown dwarfs, astrophysics, and STEAM-inspired clothing and products. 

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Every episode of this award-winning science podcast for kids takes you behind the scenes of a scientist, engineer, or expert's daily job. Packed with fun facts, intriguing information, and lots of laughs, this podcast aims to educate as well as inspire.

The best part is that each episode gives our listeners a challenge to learn more.

This week's challenge is to think about this: Look up how many teeth a tiger has and compare the size of a tiger's teeth to your own.

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How Do Animals Cooperate with Each Other?

2024/10/15

31:24

Have you ever wondered how animals work together? And does this make them happier and healthier? Dr. Lauren Robinson, psychologist and animal welfare scientist, joins us to today to talk about all of this and explain how animals cooperate with each other. Listen to this fun and fascinating episode that talks about many different animals. Dr. Lauren has worked with a lot of them!

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Every episode of this award-winning science podcast for kids takes you behind the scenes of a scientist, engineer, or expert's daily job. Packed with fun facts, intriguing information, and lots of laughs, this podcast aims to educate as well as inspire.

The best part is that each episode gives our listeners a challenge to learn more.

This week's challenge is to think about this: Find an animal and observe it safely from a distance. Now try to describe what it's doing. This is how we learn about animal behavior 

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How Do You Create a Robot Babysitter for a Space Station?

2024/10/22

31:34

You may have had a babysitter in your life, but did you know that a space station is going to have one? That's right! NASA is creating Gateway, a space station that will orbit the Moon, and it's going to have a robotic babysitter to keep an eye on it while humans are not onboard. NASA JPL engineer Dr. Julia Badger, who is actually working to create this robot is our guest today. Don't miss this fascinating and fun episode! 

How Do Tiger Sharks Help the Ocean Ecosystem?

2024/11/5

28:50

Tiger sharks are beautiful and amazing creatures, but did you know that they can also help the ocean ecosystem? Wells Howe, Director of the Beneath the Waves Group, explains how. Take a deep dive into the ocean and learn all about the awesome animals that keep our ocean clean and allow it to thrive as an ecosystem. 

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 Every episode of this award-winning science podcast for kids takes you behind the scenes of a scientist, engineer, or expert's daily job. Packed with fun facts, intriguing information, and lots of laughs, this podcast aims to educate as well as inspire. The best part is that each episode gives our listeners a challenge to learn more.

This week's challenge is to think about this: Go outside and observe how animals are interacting in their environment. What did you learn? 

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What is the Immune System Secret Weapon to Fight Disease?

2024/11/19

29:12

Have you ever wondered how our body fights off infection and disease? It's a pretty cool process. Our guest, Dr. Namita Gandi, is an immunologist and she is going to explain the secret weapon that your immune system posseses to keep you healthy.

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This week's challenge is to think about this: Think about a piece of fruit. How is it different from the inside and the outside? 

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