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
- 1029
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
Where Did We Come From?
Where in in the world did we come from? How in the world did we get here? Who in the world were our ancient ancestors? Join Guy Raz and Mindy Thomas as they travel back in time to discover the histor…
00:29:02 |
Thu 31 Aug 2017
Invasion Of The Sea Pickles
What in the world is a Sea Pickle? Where in the world can you find them? And Why in the world do scientists refer to them as the 'Unicorn of the Sea?' Join Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz for latest Who, Wh…
00:15:47 |
Mon 28 Aug 2017
Two-Headed Space Worms
What in the world are Planarian Flatworms? Why in the world did scientists send them on a mission to outer space? And where in the world are their mouths if not on their heads?! Join Guy Raz and Mind…
00:21:47 |
Thu 24 Aug 2017
Back-To-School: Recess 101
How in the world does recess make us smarter? Where in the world do kids enjoy the most of it? Join Guy Raz and Mindy Thomas on an expedition to better understand the science of taking a break! It's …
00:19:31 |
Mon 21 Aug 2017
Stick It Right Here, Sluggo!
How in the world could a slug help doctors to perform surgery on humans? Where in the world can you find the slug with the stickiest slime? Join Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz on their the slimiest and "ti…
00:22:37 |
Thu 17 Aug 2017
The Total Solar Eclipse (When the Moon Photobombs the Sun)
What in the world is a Total Solar Eclipse? Why in the world is it so rare? When and Where in the world can we watch it happen? And how in the world can we view it without hurting our eyeballs? That'…
00:21:21 |
Mon 14 Aug 2017
If You're Happy & You Know It...
Where in the world can you find a Museum of Happiness!? What in the world is the happiest place on Earth? How in the world can we pump up the jam on our own happiness? Happiness Week continues as Min…
00:14:47 |
Thu 10 Aug 2017
A Case FOR The Giggles
Why in the world do they say that "laughter is the best medicine?" How in the world do you catch a case of the giggles? And what in the world is a Laughing Yogi?! Try not to LOL, as Guy Raz and Mindy…
00:13:54 |
Mon 07 Aug 2017
Chill Out(side)!
Where in the world can we find sounds that will help us chill out? Why in the world do our brains react differently to noises in nature versus noises made by humans? And how in the world can we add a…
00:11:48 |
Thu 03 Aug 2017
Astronauts, Clean Up Your Outer Space!
What in the world is all that junk floating around in Low Earth Orbit? And how in the world can gecko feet possibly help to clean it up? Join Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz as they take us on an out-of-thi…
00:20:47 |
Mon 31 Jul 2017
Cuckoo For Cocoa: Journey To The Chocolate Forests Of South America
Where in the world does chocolate come from? And what in the world does eating it have to do with memory? Join Guy Raz and Mindy Thomas as they go cuckoo for cocoa on a wild expedition to a "chocolat…
00:17:54 |
Thu 27 Jul 2017
Brain Freeze!
What in the world is Brain Freeze? Why in the world does it happen when we're enjoying a cold, tasty treat? And how in the world do we get rid of it?! Grab an ice-cold refreshing drink, and get ready…
00:13:41 |
Mon 24 Jul 2017
Hot Buttered Popcorn...PEE?!?
How in the world does hot buttered popcorn smell so good? Where in the world can we find that smell in the wild? And what in the world does PEE have to do with it? Join Guy Raz and Mindy Thomas on an…
00:16:45 |
Thu 20 Jul 2017
Mosquitoes, Stinky Socks, And Bread....Oh MY!
What in the world is up with mosquitoes attacking some people but not others? And how in the world could stinky socks hold the clue? Also why in the world should we stop feeding bread to the ducks? J…
00:17:18 |
Mon 17 Jul 2017
It's A Bird! It's A Plane! It's A....FLYING TAXI?!
Where in the world will we see the first flying taxis? What in the world will they look like? Who in the world will operate them? Join Guy Raz and Mindy Thomas for the Who, What, When, Where, Why, Ho…
00:13:00 |
Thu 13 Jul 2017
A Tasty Looking Moon And Sharing Caring Chimpanzees
Why in the world does Saturn have a moon that looks good enough to eat? What in the world can chimpanzees teach us about kindness? Join Guy Raz and Mindy Thomas for the latest Who, What, When, Where,…
00:22:28 |
Mon 10 Jul 2017
The Fish With The Killer Kiss
How in the world does a fish attack its prey with a deadly kiss? Join Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz as they explore the grosser than gross fishy business of this killer underwater smooch! It's all happeni…
00:11:03 |
Thu 06 Jul 2017
Invite Yourself To Dinner And How Pandas Got Their Spots
What in the world happens when you eat in front of a mirror? How in the world did pandas get their spots? Join Mindy, Mindy, AND Guy Raz as they take on this week's Who, What, When, Where, Why, How, …
00:18:07 |
Mon 03 Jul 2017
Comets, Ice Age, And Human Civilization
Why was North America once covered in ice? How could a comet strike have helped to shape our planet as we know it? And What did stone carvings teach us about our early human ancestors? Join Guy Raz &…
00:19:44 |
Thu 29 Jun 2017
Dogs Vs. Two-Year Olds, Tooting Cows, And Crickets For Breakfast
What in the world do dogs and two-year olds have in common? Why in the world are tooting, burping cows harming the planet, and How in the world can eating insects help the solve the problem? Join Guy…
00:18:06 |
Mon 26 Jun 2017
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