Best Pluto Is A Planet Podcasts (2025)

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How Do Microwaves Heat Food So Fast? 8:48

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In today’s episode, we peek inside the microwave to discover how invisible waves can cook dinner in just minutes. We learn how microwaves excite water molecules, why food heats unevenly sometimes, and which items are safe (and unsafe) to put inside. Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your child’s intelligence and c…

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What Is DNA (Am I Just a Walking Recipe?) 10:46

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What exactly is DNA, and is it really just an instruction manual for building you? In this episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, Alex unpacks the science behind DNA—from the famous double helix to the role of genes, chromosomes, and those four magical letters: A, T, C, and G. Discover how your DNA works like a giant recipe book, what makes mutations bo…

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Why Do Light Bulbs Burn Out? 8:05

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In today’s episode, we flip the switch on light bulbs to see how they shine. From glowing filaments to exciting electrons, we explore the science that makes a bulb light up and figure out why they eventually burn out. Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your child’s intelligence and curiosity. Each episode is design…

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355. My Greatest Language Challenge: Learning to Drive in Another Language (English Vocabulary Lesson) 25:33

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Imagine learning to drive… joining classes, talking to driving instructors, and taking theory exams in a foreign language. That’s exactly what I just did. Two weeks ago, I passed my Japanese driving test! It wasn’t easy. I went from knowing almost nothing about Japanese road signs, traffic rules, or driving terminology to passing both my provisiona…

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Why Do Camels Have Humps? 8:18

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In today’s episode, we travel across the desert to discover why camels have those tall, lumpy humps. We learn how the hump stores fat (no water!), how camels survive long stretches without food, and why their bodies are perfectly designed for desert life. Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your child’s intelligence…

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How Do Dishwashers Clean Dishes? 9:15

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In today’s episode, we open up the mystery of dishwashers to find out how these kitchen machines spray, scrub, and rinse our plates sparkling clean! Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your child’s intelligence and curiosity. Each episode is designed to stretch young attention spans with thoughtful questions, playfu…

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It's All Fun and Games Until You Discover a Planet (with Dr. Konstantin Batygin) 18:47

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Dr. Konstantin Batygin, professor of Planetary Science at Caltech, made a joke that turned out to be true. In 2014, another Caltech professor, Mike Brown, brought an intriguing research paper to Batygin's attention. The paper described a peculiar planetary alignment in the outer solar system. While developing theoretical models to explain the paper…

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MrBeast & The Global Water Crisis (English Learning for Curious Minds) 23:54

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This is a podcast feed swap with the amazing English Learning for Curious Mind Podcast Is there a global water crisis, and what happens when the world’s most popular YouTuber, MrBeast, builds 100 wells across Africa? In this episode, we explore some of the reasons why billions of people around the world still don't have access to clean water, and l…

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Why Does Your House Get Dusty? 9:03

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In today’s episode, we explore the mystery of dust: what it is, where it comes from, and why it always seems to reappear in our homes. From tiny skin flakes to particles floating in from the outdoors, we uncover how dust builds up and why no house ever stays dust-free for long. Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects yo…

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Captain Curious: Why Isn't Pluto a Planet Anymore? 22:58

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In today’s space adventure finale, Captain Curious sets course for Pluto to solve a mystery: why isn’t Pluto a planet anymore? We explore what makes a planet different from a dwarf planet, meet Pluto’s neighbors in the Kuiper Belt, and learn how the discovery of Eris led scientists to update the rules. Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive…

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Don't Panic…but a solar storm could be a disaster 47:22

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It's been 166 years since scientists recorded the world's most powerful solar explosion. Izzie, Dr Becky and Dr Robert Massey are big fans of anniversaries, so they investigate how the Carrington Event affected the Earth - and why something similar today could be devastating. Thanks to Kate Bond from the Royal Astronomical Society and Daniel West f…

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Why Do People Lie? (And Can My Dog Tell?) 10:48

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Why do humans lie, even when we know it's wrong—and can our dogs actually tell? In this episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, Alex breaks down the psychology and science of lying: why people tell white lies, fibs, and full-on whoppers; what goes on in your brain when you deceive someone; and how lying starts in childhood. Plus, we dig into the big ques…

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What Is Fire? 10:48

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Have you ever wondered what fire actually is? Fire is a chemical reaction! In this episode, we explore how fire works, why flames point upward, and what makes them glow in different colors. Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your child’s intelligence and curiosity. Each episode is designed to stretch young attentio…

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Why Do We Dream? 11:10

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In this episode, we explore what scientists have discovered about the sleeping brain. We discuss how vivid dreams most often happen during REM sleep, why the brain stays busy at night, and how dreaming relates to memory sorting, emotions, problem solving, and even practice for handling scary situations. Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactiv…

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How Does Music Work? (And Why Does It Make Me Want to Dance?) 8:25

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Why does music move us, literally and emotionally? In this episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, Alex breaks down the science of music: how simple vibrations become pitch, rhythm, and harmony; why your brain releases dopamine when you hear your favorite song; and how rhythm syncs with your body and makes you want to dance. From tribal drums to frisson …

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Why Can You See Yourself in the Mirror? 9:48

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Have you ever looked in a mirror and wondered how it actually works? Today we’re exploring the science of reflections! We’ll talk about how mirrors bounce light back to create images, why things look reversed, and how the whole thing is a big trick being played on your brain. Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your…

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354. What is Gerrymandering? And Other Useful Political Terms! (English Vocabulary Lesson) 20:15

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In today’s episode, I am going to talk about a very interesting political topic: gerrymandering. Gerrymandering is when politicians create voting districts in a way that gives one political party an advantage over the others. This topic is incredibly relevant right now, and constantly in the news in the USA. This year, Texas and some other US state…

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How Does a Radio Work? 12:28

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Have you ever wondered how music and voices from a radio station end up playing right inside your car? In this episode, we explain how radio waves carry sound through the air, how antennas grab those signals, and why you hear static when you change stations. Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your child’s intellige…

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How Does a Key Lock a Door? 8:05

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Today we unlock the secret of how keys and locks work. From the cylinder, to the pins, the springs, the shear line, and how a key’s “hills and valleys” line everything up so the bolt can move... we break it all down! Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your child’s intelligence and curiosity. Each episode is designe…

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What Is Poison Ivy? 8:44

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Poison ivy is one of the most famous plants in North America... mostly because it makes people so itchy! But is it actually poisonous? In this episode, we explore what poison ivy really is, what happens when you touch it, and how to recognize it before you get too close. Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your chil…

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Captain Curious: How Was Neptune Discovered with Math? 16:12

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Blast off to the far edge of our solar system for a tour of Neptune! In this episode, we explore why Neptune is such a deep blue and how its record-setting winds and shifting Great Dark Spots make it a stormy world. We also uncover how Neptune was discovered with math, why its biggest moon Triton orbits backward and shoots nitrogen geysers into the…

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Why Do We Have Rules? (And Who Decided “No Running With Scissors”?) 8:01

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Rules can feel annoying. But have you ever stopped to ask: Why do we even have rules? And seriously, who came up with “no running with scissors”? In this laugh-and-learn episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, host Alex unpacks the origin of rules, why humans need them, and how they’ve shaped everything from classrooms and kitchens to governments and pla…

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How Did People Get Food before Grocery Stores? 8:56

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Today, we discover how people got their food before they had grocery stores! We learn how people had to grow, raise, and trade their own food. Then, we discover how a little store called Piggly Wiggly changed EVERYTHING! Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your child’s intelligence and curiosity. Each episode is des…

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Can We Travel through Time? 17:15

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Today, we imagine a world where time machines are real and explore what that would actually mean. We meet famous time travel ideas like the Grandfather Paradox and the Predestination Paradox, and we unpack the Butterfly Effect to show how tiny choices can create big changes over time. Along the way, we tie it back to real science with a simple look…

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What Is Electricity—And Is It Just Angry Lightning in My Walls? 9:57

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We plug in our phones, flip on the lights, microwave pizza rolls… but what actually is electricity? And is the stuff in your walls just tamed lightning? In this high-voltage episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, host Alex takes on one of the most used—and least understood—forces in your daily life: electricity. From electrons to outlets, from lightning…

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Why Do We Laugh? 10:33

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Why do we laugh when we hear a silly joke or when someone tickles us? In this episode, we explore what happens in the brain and body when we laugh, why laughter helps us feel good, and how it brings people closer together. You’ll also learn why doctors sometimes call laughter “mini-exercise.” Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast t…

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353. Marie Curie: The Greatest Scientist of All Time? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 18:21

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Try Lingoda with code 20THINKING for 20€ off. ⁠ https://try.lingoda.com/ThinkingAugust Today, we’re diving into the fascinating life of MarieSkłodowska Curie. Was she the greatest scientist ever? Well… maybe! She was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize, the onlyperson to win Nobel Prizes in two different scientific fields, and a truepioneer in the…

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How Do We Keep Track of All the Animals? 19:27

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How do scientists sort all the animals on Earth? In today’s episode, we climb from the biggest group to the smallest one and learn how Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, and Species work together like neat toy bins. We practice with a Poodle (and LEGO!) so kids can see each step in action. Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive p…

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Why Do Birds Sing? 9:28

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Why do birds sing? Is it just for fun, or is there a reason behind all those chirps, whistles, and songs you hear in the morning? Today, we explore how birds use songs to defend their territory, attract mates, stay connected with their flock, and even learn new sounds. Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your child’…

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Night at the Observatory (with Thomas Lennon) 15:43

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Has anyone written more screenplays than Albert Einstein? On this episode of Looking Up, Dean Regas consults with comedian, screenwriter, and Chris Hadfield look-alike, Thomas Lennon, on this very question.

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What Would Happen If You Stopped Drinking Water? 10:15

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Have you ever wondered why your parents always tell you to drink water? Today, we explore why water is the most important drink for your body. You’ll discover how water keeps you cool, carries nutrients, protects your brain, and even helps you think clearly. Without it, your body simply couldn’t work the way it should! Curious Kids Every Day is a d…

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Captain Curious: Why Is Uranus Sideways? 18:11

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Captain Curious heads to Uranus, the seventh planet with a blue-green glow from methane. We explore why Uranus “rolls” on its side, how its extreme seasons work, why it is the coldest planet, and what its faint rings look like. Along the way, we imagine Voyager 2’s 1986 flyby and... travel BACK IN TIME?! Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interacti…

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Why Do We Sleep? (And Why Do I Feel Tired After Napping?) 10:36

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We spend about a third of our lives asleep—but have you ever wondered why? Or why a quick nap sometimes makes you feel more tired than before? In this eye-opening episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, host Alex breaks down the mysterious science of sleep, answering two questions we all think about: 👉 Why do we sleep? 👉 Why do naps sometimes leave us gr…

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How Do Bones Heal After They’re Broken? 9:23

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Have you or someone you know ever broken a bone? Today, we’re exploring how bones heal themselves after a break. From blood clots to calluses, your body acts like a construction crew to repair damage and make bones good as new. Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your child’s intelligence and curiosity. Each episode…

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BONUS - Are we Living in a Black Hole? 14:03

21d ago14:03

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What would happen if the supermassive black hole at the centre of our galaxy disappeared? Dr Becky is back to tackle your toughest of black hole questions. Alongside science journalist Izzie Clarke and Dr Robert Massey, the team also discuss what the night sky would look like in an elliptical galaxy…and are we living inside a black hole? Join The S…

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Why Do People Have Allergies? 10:26

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Why do people sneeze so much during allergy season? Today, we explore what allergies are, why the immune system gets confused by pollen, and how things like histamine cause runny noses, watery eyes, and sneezes. Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your child’s intelligence and curiosity. Each episode is designed to …

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What Is the Internet Made Of? (And Can I Visit It Without a Password?) 10:51

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Is the internet just floating in the sky? Is it made of magic—or cat videos? In this episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, we’re asking a question you’ve definitely thought about: What is the internet actually made of? And the bonus question: Can you visit it without a password? Join host Alex as we explore the surprisingly physical world behind the di…

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Why Do We Need to Brush Our Teeth? 11:13

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Have you ever wondered why we actually need to brush our teeth? Did you know that there’s a whole science behind how brushing protects your teeth and gums from bacteria, plaque, and cavities? In this episode, we explain what’s happening inside your mouth and why toothbrushes and toothpaste are such powerful tools. Curious Kids Every Day is a daily,…

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352. What is the United Nations Security Council? (English Vocabulary Lesson) 20:36

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Try Lingoda with code 20THINKING for 20€ off. https://try.lingoda.com/ThinkingAugust In recent weeks the United Nations Security Council has met to discuss Israel’s planned military expansion in Gaza, to reject the creation of a rival government in Sudan, and hear reports of conflicts in Yemen, Syria, and at the Thailand/Cambodia border. The Securi…

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When Were Board Games Invented? 12:54

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We travel back thousands of years to find out what the very first board game was... from ancient Egypt’s Senet to Mesopotamia’s Royal Game of Ur (the oldest game with surviving rules). We explain what “abstract” games are and how later “themed” games added stories and characters. Then we jump to the modern board game rebirth that began in 1990s Ger…

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How Does a Light Switch Turn on the Light? 8:57

24d ago8:57

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When you flip a light switch, you're actually doing something powerful! Today we’ll learn how a light switch controls the flow of electricity, what’s happening inside your walls, and how those little plastic switches work like the gatekeepers of your home’s lights. Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your child’s in…

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How Does a Caterpillar Become a Butterfly? 9:35

25d ago9:35

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How does a tiny, wiggly caterpillar turn into a beautiful flying butterfly? In today’s episode, we explore one of the most incredible transformations in nature... metamorphosis! You'll learn what happens inside the chrysalis, what imaginal discs are, and more! Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your child’s intelli…

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Captain Curious: What Are Saturn's Rings Made Of? 21:04

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Blast off to Saturn with Captain Curious! We sail past a pale yellow world wrapped in glittering rings, test what a helium balloon does in weightless orbit, and discover why Saturn is a gas giant you cannot land on. We “surf” the speedy rings, count Saturn’s many moons, and touch down on Titan to experience its icy dunes and lakes of liquid methane…

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How Does Gravity Work? (And Is It Just Earth Giving Us a Giant Hug?) 10:05

27d ago10:05

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What is gravity, really? Is it just the Earth lovingly hugging us... or something much weirder? In this episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, host Alex breaks down the mystery of gravity—one of the most familiar and yet least understood forces in the universe. From falling apples and bouncing astronauts to black holes and bending space-time, we’ll answ…

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How Fast Do Hummingbird Wings Flap? 10:48

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Hummingbirds are some of the most fascinating birds on Earth! They can fly backward, hover in place, and flap their wings so fast you can barely see them. In today’s episode, we’ll flap our imaginary wings, pretend to zoom through the air, and learn exactly how these tiny birds achieve their amazing aerial acrobatics. Curious Kids Every Day is a da…

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How Much Do Clouds Weigh? 9:41

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Clouds can be fluffy, flat, or wispy...but did you know some clouds can stretch for hundreds of miles or grow taller than Mount Everest? In today’s episode, we look up into the sky and explore just how big clouds can get. From tiny puffs to thunderstorm towers, we discover the science behind different cloud types and why they float even when they w…

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What Exactly Is The Internet? And Can You Visit It? 9:26

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Ever wondered if the internet is a real place you can visit, maybe with a granola bar and a passport? In this laugh-out-loud yet genuinely enlightening episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, we break down the question: What is the internet? From underwater cables and blinking server rooms to “the cloud” (spoiler: it’s just someone else’s computer), host…

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What’s Inside the Earth? (And Could You Actually Dig a Hole to China?) 7:05

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Ever wonder what’s really beneath your feet—or if you could dig a tunnel straight through the planet to pop out in China? In this fun and fiery episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, host Alex digs into one of the most iconic science questions of all time: What’s inside the Earth? And while we’re at it… could you actually dig a hole to China? Spoiler: p…