Wow in the World
The #1 science podcast for kids and their grown-ups. Hosts Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz share stories about the latest news in science, technology, and innovation. Stories that give kids hope, agency and make us all say "WOW"!
New episodes come out every Monday for free. Listen 1-week early and to all episodes ad-free with Wondery+, Wondery+ Kids on Apple Podcasts, or Amazon Music with a Prime membership or Amazon Music Unlimited subscription.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 19 minutes
- Episodes
- 1032
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
Painting the Town Cool
You might have heard of the phrase ‘Paint the Town Red’ but how about ‘Paint the Town Cool’?! Join Mindy and Guy as they attend an art exhibition showcasing the whitest paint ever created. It might n…
00:25:09 |
Mon 12 Apr 2021
Two Whats?! And A Wow! - What's in an Age?
How is Mindy going to guess Guy Raz’s age just by looking at his teeth and toenails? We’ve got the answers you need on this age defying round of Two Whats?! And A Wow! We’re challenging you to find t…
00:08:54 |
Fri 09 Apr 2021
Rat-A-Tat Tickle Attack: Do Rats Even Like Being Tickled?
Mindy and Reggie are on the top of the Gingerbread Mansion fishing... for rats!? But will they be tickled pink when the rats come to tickle them?! Learn with Mindy and Guy Raz all about a recent stud…
00:23:47 |
Mon 05 Apr 2021
Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Lightning Bug Lighting
Mindy and Guy Raz are trying to be more eco-friendly, so Guy is showing off his compost bin. Mindy also had a BRIGHT idea of how she can conserve energy… but what does this have to do with INSECTS?! …
00:09:53 |
Fri 02 Apr 2021
Constructing Creativity: How Science And Art Aren't So Far Apart
After months of hard work, sweat, and cake tiers, Mindy is now ready to unveil her newly remodeled Gingerbread Palace! But when creativity leads to catastophe, it's up to Mindy, Guy, and their friend…
00:29:37 |
Mon 29 Mar 2021
G-Force Vs. Wasabi: How The Brain Registers Pain (encore)
It’s time for another spicy smack down in the world of Wow, and this time Gramma G-Force and a Naked Mole Rat go head to head in a battle of...Wasabi?! How will our fearless competitors handle the he…
00:23:34 |
Mon 22 Mar 2021
An Eyebrow Evolution! (encore)
Once upon a time, our earliest human ancestors all had a permanent case of 'angry face' due to the big bony ridges on their foreheads. Over time we've evolved flexible brows that can communicate our …
00:26:18 |
Mon 15 Mar 2021
Spit-Take! The Science Of Saliva And Those Bitter Bites (encore)
Having trouble breaking through the bitter bites of nature's leafiest greens and cocoa beans? Well before you do that spit-take, you may want to chew on this nature's candy just a little longer! New …
00:24:08 |
Mon 08 Mar 2021
Are You Smarter Than A Toilet? (encore)
Are you tired of the same old toilet? Mindy is! And thanks to a team of engineers at Stanford University, a newer, smarter, toilet is on the horizon! Join Mindy, Guy Raz, and Dennis at the Bathroom S…
00:24:53 |
Mon 01 Mar 2021
What's Slower Than Slow? (encore)
Sloths, snails and salamanders, when it comes to slow animals there's a bunch of different animals to choose from. But there's one animal that stands out above all the rest when it comes to being ver…
00:28:11 |
Mon 22 Feb 2021
Ah, BATS! (encore)
What in the world does Guy Raz's new micro house have in common with a tree hollow for vampire bats? And how in the world can humans learn about sharing from these blood slurping, flying mammals? And…
00:27:24 |
Mon 15 Feb 2021
Nice-Off! Cats Vs Dogs (encore)
It's a rivalry that goes back as far as time itself; Cats vs Dogs! For the past 10,000 years dogs have held the title of 'Man's Best Friend', but scientifically speaking, are dogs any more friendlier…
00:24:14 |
Mon 08 Feb 2021
Laughter In A Can: How Our Brains Interpret Funny Business (encore)
What in the wow is "canned laughter" and how in the world does it work? Join Mindy and Guy Raz as they explore the funny business of our brains on canned laughs! It's the Who, What, When, Where, Why,…
00:22:34 |
Mon 01 Feb 2021
Listen To Your Mummy! (encore)
A voice is calling from beyond the grave! Scientists from England have used computer modeling, a couple of CAT scans and a 3D printer to recreate the voice of a 3000 year old mummified priest! Join M…
00:23:23 |
Mon 25 Jan 2021
The Buzz on Bee Barf! (encore)
Once upon a time, scientists believed that bees chose plants with the sweetest nectar. But new research shows that there's actually more to the story. Join Mindy and Guy Raz for an epic tale of one G…
00:28:28 |
Mon 18 Jan 2021
Underwater Nit-Pickin': Cleaner Shrimp And Why Big Fish Won't Eat Them (Encore)
Mindy is feeling the entrepreneurial spirit as she opens up a "Nit-Pickin'" stand to pluck the lice from her neighbors' heads. When Guy Raz asks her about her business model for this new enterprise, …
00:27:47 |
Mon 11 Jan 2021
A Scientific Songtacular (Encore)
From pop to hip-hop and from disco to techno, humans love music! Monkey's on the other hand ... well that's a completely different question! Join Mindy and Guy Raz as they experiment with their new i…
00:30:57 |
Mon 04 Jan 2021
Tinkerclass (Week 2 Day 5): Reflect & Share (encore)
It's day 5 of TINKERCLASS--the reflect and share phase. Today we share your reflections from this week's project inspired from the episode, Rat Race!
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00:04:57 |
Fri 01 Jan 2021
Tinkerclass (Week 2 Day 4): Improve & Retest (encore)
It's day 4 of TINKERCLASS--the improve and retest phase. See what you need to improve your speed! Then, test it again, and again and again and share your results with us! This week's project features…
00:02:39 |
Thu 31 Dec 2020
Tinkerclass (Week 2 Day 3): Create & Test (encore)
It's day 3 of TINKERCLASS--the create and test phase. Using your plan from yesterday, it's time to bring your idea to life! This week's project features the Wow in the World episode, Rat Race!
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00:02:48 |
Wed 30 Dec 2020
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