Brain Explorers
Welcome to Brain Explorers, the first neuroscience podcast for kids, ran by a kid! I'm Alma, I'm 12 years old, a pianist in the making, a neuroscience enthusiast with dreams of becoming a neurosurgeon.
Each episode of Brain Explorers is packed with fun facts, cool experiments, and interviews with real scientists, musicians, researchers to help kids explore how our brains work and what makes them tick (or tickle). Perfect for curious young minds who want to learn more about the most fascinating part in our bodies!
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 3 minutes
- Episodes
- 37
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Are monkeys smarter, dumber, or just like us?
In this episode of Brain Explorers, we explore whether monkeys are as smart as humans. Monkeys are incredibly clever in their own way—they use tools, learn from each other, communicate with sounds an…
Does the brain feel pain?
In this episode of Brain Explorers, we dive into the fascinating question: Can the brain feel pain? Pain is our body’s warning system, but surprisingly, the brain itself doesn’t feel pain because it …
An interview with Jean Muller, pianist and piano teacher
In this episode of Brain Explorers, I'm interviewing my piano teacher, Mr. Jean Muller, to delve into the powerful connections between music and the brain. Mr. Muller, an experienced pianist and teac…
What happens to our brain when we die
Hey there, Brain Explorers! In this episode, we’re exploring what happens to the brain when it stops working. Imagine your brain like a superhero in charge of everything you do—thinking, moving, and …
Why our brain sometimes doesn't understand things
In this episode of Brain Explorers, we're discussing why our brains sometimes struggle to understand new information right away. Using the analogy of a jigsaw puzzle, we're talking about the fact tha…
How your brain feels when you learn about it
In this episode, we explore what happens inside your brain when you learn something new—especially about the brain itself! We discover how different parts of your brain, like the prefrontal cortex an…
Why do we feel sad sometimes
In this episode, we explore the feeling of sadness and why it happens. Sometimes it's obvious, other times it's a bit of a mystery! We’ll learn how our brain plays a part in these feelings and some f…
Things that our brain does not like
In this episode of Brain Explorers, we learn how certain things like lack of sleep, stress, junk food, boredom, and too much screen time can be tough on our brains. But by understanding this, we can …
Things that make your brain super happy
Hey, Brain Explorers! In this episode, I take you on a fun journey to discover what makes our brains happy. We explore how dopamine is released when we do things we enjoy, like eating ice cream or pl…
What does a neurosurgeon do?
In this episode of Brain Explorers, we explore the exciting world of neurosurgeons! These brain superheroes specialize in operating on the brain, spine, and nerves, helping people with injuries, tumo…
What’s your primary brain side
Hey junior explorers, welcome back to Brain Explorers! Today, we're discovering if you’re more of a left-brain or right-brain person. Left-brain people are great at math and organizing, while right-b…
Why does the brain have such a unique shape
In this episode, we explore why the brain has its distinctive shape with all those folds, bumps, and grooves. These folds, called gyri and sulci, help the brain fit more cells into a small space, inc…
Why musicians should know about neuroscience
In this episode, we dive into the connection between music and brain science. Neuroscience helps musicians understand how their brains work during practice, forming new connections and improving skil…
How much does your brain weigh and why?
Hey, Brain Explorers! It’s Alma! Today, we discovered that your brain weighs about 1.5 kilograms—kind of like a big bag of apples! But don't be fooled; it's heavy because it’s packed with amazing stu…
Why can’t we live without our brains?
Today we're exploring why our brains are so amazing and essential! Our brains are like the conductors of a large orchestra, our whole body, making sure everything runs smoothly, from breathing and he…
How classical music makes your brain dance
Today we’re uncovering how classical music interacts with our brains in fascinating ways. From making us tap our toes, to sparking emotions, unlocking memories, and boosting our brainpower, classical…
Welcome, Brain Explorers!
Hey there, Brain Explorers! Welcome to the very first episode of our podcast, where we go on a fun adventure inside the most amazing thing in your body... your brain! I’m your host, Alma, and today, …