Wow in the World

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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.

#13 in the Top 100 kids & family All time chart

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Top 10 Wow in the World Episodes

Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Wow in the World episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Wow in the World for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Wow in the World episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

WeWow On The Weekend (6/10/23)

Wow in the World

06/10/23 • 13 min

Dennis reads reviews from YOU, his devoted listeners! Plus an encore episode, “Dogs and Humans!” If you have a question for Dennis, leave him a voicemail at 1-888-7WOW-WOW. Your question might just end up on WeWow on the Weekend! For more WeWow visit https://bit.ly/3nkbEuo.

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Hey Baby Island, How'd You Get Here? - When Underwater Volcanoes Grow UP! (encore)

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08/24/20 • 31 min

If you could take one item to a desert island what would it be? A pacifier? A rattle? How about a diaper? Well that might be just what you need if you're visiting an itty bitty baby island! Join Mindy and Guy Raz as they take the Wow Machine out to the middle of the Pacific Ocean to visit the youngest volcanic island on the planet! It's the Who, What, When, Where, Why, How, and Wow in the World of VOLCANIC ISLANDS! Originally aired 3-25-19. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Destination Vaccination

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11/22/21 • 27 min

Mindy and Guy Raz are hosting a talent show and are so happy to have their whole community together again now that the COVID vaccine is available for everyone. When they realize their buddy Dennis has a fear of needles and has not been vaccinated, they help him understand the who, what, when, whys and wows of vaccines! Head to tinkercast.com/vaccine to learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine from the CDC and to print off your badge of bravery if you've been vaccinated!

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Camp WeWow - Scat Week Day 1: The Cubic Scoop on Wombat Poop

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06/27/22 • 31 min

Welcome Back to Camp WeWow! Today, we're listening to a favorite episode of Wow in the World, "The Cubic Scoop on Wombat Poop"! Want to hear daily episodes of Camp WeWow? Get caught up when you mosey on over to our new "WeWow" feed. Just search "WeWow" in you favorite podcast player and click the follow button! We'll see you there soon!

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Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Water Jellyfish Made Of? (Encore - 6/10/22)

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06/10/22 • 8 min

Guy Raz is asking for a glass of water, but Mindy’s got other plans! What does she have up her sleeve?! We’ve got questions AND answers in this flopping round of Two Whats!? And A Wow! We’re challenging you to find the facts from fiction about JELLYFISH! (Originally aired 6/11/21)

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Eyes On The Behind: The Science of Optical Illusions and Ambush Predators

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11/23/20 • 22 min

Just when you thought the world of wow couldn't get any weirder, Mindy and Dennis are painting eyes on cows' butts...for science! But WHY? Join Guy Raz, Mindy, and the gang as they uncover the Who, What, When, Where, Why, How, and Wow in the World of optical illusions and ambush predators! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Bored Out Of Your Bonkerballs? (encore)

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01/20/20 • 25 min

Bored out of your bonkerballs with nothing to do? Turns out, being bored can be good for you! A new study from the United Kingdom suggests that periods of boredom are crucial for anyone looking to get their creativity on! Join Mindy and Guy Raz for the Paint Drying World Championships, and a mind-numbing fact-finding visit to the "Institute of Boredom!" It's the Who, What, When, Where, Why, How, and Wow in the World of BOREDOM! Originally Aired March 11, 2019. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Song Of The Singing Mouse (encore)

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01/27/20 • 27 min

What do humans, bottlenose dolphins, and the singing mice of the Costa Rican cloud forests have in common? Well according to a new scientific study, we all share the power of singing...in duets! But why?! And how?! Join Mindy, Guy Raz, and Reggie, as they visit these singing mice on their live concert tour, and witness this vocal turn taking with their eyes and ears! It's the Who, What, When, Where, Why, How and Wow in the World of Singing Mice and the brains behind musical conversation! Originally Aired April 1, 2019 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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What's Slower Than Slow? (encore)

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02/22/21 • 28 min

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 very ... very ... slow. But what animal is it? Mindy and Guy make their way down to the Snoozefest Arena for the annual 100m Not-A-Dash to find out! It's the Who, What, When, Where, Why, How, and Wow in the World of epic slow pokes! (originally aired 4/27/20) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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MY ASTEROID IS BLOWING UP! (encore)

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02/03/20 • 27 min

Imagine a giant asteroid is out in space and headed on a collision course with planet Earth. Your mission, is to annihilate this giant mass of space rock before it can even get close. What do you do? How do you do it? Join Mindy and Guy Raz as they travel through time and space to the asteroid belt for a little experiment of their own! An experiment modeled after the work or some asteroid annihilating scientists from NASA. It's the Who, What, When, Where, Why, How, and Wow in the World of Planetary Defense! Originally aired April 15th, 2019. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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FAQ

How many episodes does Wow in the World have?

Wow in the World currently has 954 episodes available.

What topics does Wow in the World cover?

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

What is the most popular episode on Wow in the World?

The episode title 'WeWow On The Weekend (6/10/23)' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Wow in the World?

The average episode length on Wow in the World is 18 minutes.

How often are episodes of Wow in the World released?

Episodes of Wow in the World are typically released every 3 days.

When was the first episode of Wow in the World?

The first episode of Wow in the World was released on May 5, 2017.

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