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Fun Kids Science Weekly

Fun Kids

Exploring the coolest and most incredible stuff in science, from way back when dinosaurs roamed the Earth to a future where humans live in space!

The Fun Kids Science Weekly is hosted by Dan and is the perfect science podcast for kids and families everywhere. Each week, you'll find episodes from series like Deep Space High, Age of the Dinosaurs and Professor Hallux.

There's also a special guest, top experts answering all your science questions and Dangerous Dan - something scientific that’s also a little bit deadly!

You can listen to Dan on Fun Kids (weekdays from 1pm) on DAB Digital Radio across the UK, on the free Fun Kids app and online at funkidslive.com

Plus, when you become a Fun Kids Podcasts Plus subscriber, you get this show – and 30 others! – ad-free and support the work Fun Kids does in bringing you high-quality, entertaining, and safe content for your family. Find out more at FunKidsLive.com/plus

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How Are LLAMAS Fighting VIRUSES?!

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07/23/22 • 20 min

We find out the oldest animal in the world that lives in the UK! And in recent news we hear about a foxes favourite food.... beware its a bit stinky, and VERY GROSS.

As always we are answering your questions, this week it is on boredom and sleep! Techno Mum takes on her Tech Trivia Quiz on Recycling this week, can you score better than her? And we take a dive inside your mouth with Professor Hallux!

The creature on dangerous Dan this week loves to eat human flesh, but what could it be? Listen to this weeks Fun Kids Science Weekly to find out!

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07/23/22 • 20 min

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11/05/22 • 22 min

Whatever you do... DON'T THROW AWAY YOUR PUMPKINS! In Science in the News we find out the latest news with the James Webb telescope and about a crater on Mars!

We figure out how we can make drinking water and learn about robots the size of our hair that could be swimming around our body soon!

The fosser is the subject of this weeks dangerous Dan and we come to our final episode of Hallux's Hydrology.

In Amy's Aviation its all about Jet Engines! Chucks Away!

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11/05/22 • 22 min

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06/20/20 • 25 min

Dan is joined by Dr. Martin Bencsik whose research on bee language means he's been able to pick out specific sounds and translate them! Plus, Dan inducts the largest spider on earth onto the Dangerous Dan list. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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06/20/20 • 25 min

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06/06/20 • 31 min

In a double guest special, Dan is joined by the authors of 'Shark Super Powers', Jillian Morris and Duncan Brake - we bet you didn't know what made these creatures so special! Plus, author of 'Martian Blood' John Pahl to hear how feasible it really is to live on Mars ... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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06/06/20 • 31 min

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A Dinosaur Special!

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05/30/20 • 29 min

To celebrate Dinosaur Day on Monday 1st June, Dan presents a special, dino-themed show. He welcomes palaeontologist Dr. Dean Lomax to hear all about how dinosaurs are discovered and named. Plus, you won't be able to guess his special Dangerous Dan! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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05/30/20 • 29 min

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05/23/20 • 35 min

Dan is joined by the founders of 'Kids Against Plastic' to learn more about being "plastic clever". Plus, it's a double guest special, as the episode rounds off with Dan hearing from the British Science Association's CEO about young people keeping faith in scientists at this time. And also, who thought the humble starfish could be so dangerous? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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05/23/20 • 35 min

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05/09/20 • 27 min

Dan is joined by super science expert, Steve Mould so answer all our wildlife questions! Plus, don't be fooled by this beautiful snake - it's deadly! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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05/09/20 • 27 min

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05/16/20 • 27 min

Imagine boiling hot lava which is bright blue! Dan flies us to this location on this episode. Plus, he is joined by Dr. Dude of Mad Science to pick his brain about all things chemistry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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05/16/20 • 27 min

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05/02/20 • 26 min

We thought we had dinosaurs all figured out, but Dr. David Unwin joins us to show they're still constantly surprising us. Plus, Dan visits the scorching surroundings of the hottest place on Earth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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05/02/20 • 26 min

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06/13/20 • 26 min

Imagine the height of Mount Everest, but as a crater under the sea? Dan meets Challenger Deep and you will too! Plus, we're joined by Dr. Ken Collins to learn more about the science of oysters and their pearls. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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06/13/20 • 26 min

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FAQ

How many episodes does Fun Kids Science Weekly have?

Fun Kids Science Weekly currently has 284 episodes available.

What topics does Fun Kids Science Weekly cover?

The podcast is about Education For Kids, Kids & Family, Podcasts and Science.

What is the most popular episode on Fun Kids Science Weekly?

The episode title 'How Are LLAMAS Fighting VIRUSES?!' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Fun Kids Science Weekly?

The average episode length on Fun Kids Science Weekly is 26 minutes.

How often are episodes of Fun Kids Science Weekly released?

Episodes of Fun Kids Science Weekly are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Fun Kids Science Weekly?

The first episode of Fun Kids Science Weekly was released on Sep 1, 2018.

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