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Wow in the World

Wow in the World

Wow in the World is the #1 science podcast for kids and families, sharing the most amazing stories in science, technology, and new discoveries happening in the world around us.

Each week, join hosts Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz as they take curious kids and their grown-ups on a cartoon for the ear journey filled with laughter, adventure, and wow-worthy stories. From the tiniest microbes to the farthest reaches of space, every episode of Wow in the World inspires wonder, fuels imagination, and makes science fun for the whole family. 

New episodes of Wow in the World come out every Monday for free! Plus, each week listeners get even more opportunities to say WOW with two other shows: Two Whats?! And A WOW!, a science-based game show, and WeWow, a rewatch, or should we say relisten, behind-the-scenes talk show hosted by our World Organization of Wowzers president, Dennis, featuring YOUR comments, reviews, and messages! 

? Want to keep the Wow going? Grownups can join the World Organization of Wowzers (W.O.W.) at https://bit.ly/46CDndK to receive quarterly mailings, birthday cards, a welcome kit with a t-shirt, autographed photo of Mindy & Guy Raz, access to 1,000+ digital activities and exclusive access to members-only events! Plus, grownups help support our podcast and our mission to create content and experiences that connect laughter to learning, curiosity to innovation and kids to the WOWs in their world!

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Episodes

WeWow on the Weekend

Goldiebob the Goldfish gears up for something big... Meanwhile, Dennis and Reggie read Reviewsies and debut a playful new segment. Plus, an encore of "My Asteroid is Blowing Up!" Originally aired 10/4/25.

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2026-05-30
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! People Who Wow Edition ? Broadway Performer and TV Host Hayley Podschun

What does it take to become a Broadway performer in productions of Wicked, Hello Dolly, Hairspray, and more, and can you guess which stories are true? In this gameshow podcast for kids, Mindy Thomas gets to know Hayley Podschun, as she shares surprising facts and sneaky fibs about her life! This interactive interview podcast for kids invites listeners to play along, think critically, and discover what it really means to star on Broadway and be a TV host!

In this podcast that puts a WOW twist on ?Two Truths and A Lie? , kids and families will learn all about Hayley Podschun and being a performer for the stage and screen. Together, hear unbelievable stories about the joys, the challenges, and the journeys of people who are doing amazing things in the world, like performing as Glinda in Wicked on Broadway. But not everything you hear is true? Can you figure out which facts are real?

This episode blends gameplay with real conversation as Mindy and Hayley Podschun share stories that are surprising, funny, and sometimes totally unbelievable. From childhood memories, fears, and hidden talents, listeners will explore how Broadway performer and television host Hayley Podschun WOWs each and every day!

Along the way, kids and grownups will get to combine curiosity and play, discover the joy of human connection, and see how curiosity can lead to some of the coolest jobs! Designed for families to listen together, this episode encourages communication, imagination, and connection in a screen-free way.

Whether your Wowzer is curious about acting and singing on Broadway in shows like Wicked; Hello Dolly; and Hairspray; or being a TV host; or loves solving a good mystery, this episode helps kids build confidence, ask better questions, and connect with the people around them. It?s all about learning through play, conversation, and curiosity.

? Don?t miss the chance to laugh together even more: 

Grownups can visit https://bit.ly/4pU76WO to join the World Organization of Wowzers (WOW) and unlock exclusive activities, birthday cards, quarterly mailings, first dibs at events, and a welcome kit with an autographed photo of Mindy & Guy Raz! Plus, Grownups help support our podcast and our mission to create content and experiences that connect laughter to learning, curiosity to innovation and kids to the WOWs in their world!

This episode of Two Whats?! And A Wow!: People Who Wow Edition introduces kids and families to a Broadway actor, singer, and TV host through gameplay, storytelling, and curiosity-driven conversation.

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2026-05-29
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Tag! You?re BIT! The Science of Why Mosquitoes Bite Certain People!

Grab your bug spray and zip up your mosquito-proof jumpsuit, because this episode of Wow in the World is buzzing with science, chaos, and one very complicated game of ?Mosquito Tag!? illustrating why mosquitoes bite certain people! Perfect for kids and listening with the whole family. On a hot summer evening, Mindy, Guy Raz and the crew gather outside for what should have been a simple game of tag?until a swarm of mosquitoes crashes the party and turns the whole thing into a deep dive into the weird and wonderful world of mosquitoes and why they choose to make a meal out of you!

Why do mosquitoes seem obsessed with biting some people while completely ignoring others? Are all mosquitoes blood-sucking pests? And why does Thomas Fingerling somehow attract every mosquito within a five-mile radius? Along the way, Mindy and Guy Raz reveal the surprising truth about mosquito biology! And the science gets even wilder when the crew dives into a real-life experiment inspired by researchers at Georgia Tech. These scientists wanted to understand exactly how mosquitoes track down humans, so they created a special mosquito-testing room filled with clues mosquitoes love? as it turns out, mosquitoes don?t just randomly fly around looking for snacks?they combine multiple clues to zero in on their targets like tiny flying detectives!

Through hilarious roleplay, disastrous experiments, and Dennis?s increasingly dangerous game rules, the crew discovers how mosquitoes use sensory clues to decide who gets bitten next. This episode for kids and families also explores how scientists hope this research could lead to better mosquito traps and new ways to stop the spread of dangerous mosquito-borne diseases around the world.

It?s an episode crawling with outrageous comedy, gross mosquito facts, pretend blood-sucking, and enough buzzing sound effects to make you itch just listening!

? You can watch the WOW of this episode right now on our YouTube channel, WowTube! Find your favorite Tinkercast podcast episodes, experiments with Mindy, original music with Dennis and so much more at youtube.com/@tinkercast.

? Don?t miss the chance to explore even further with Wow in the World:

Grownups can visit https://bit.ly/4pU76WO to join the World Organization of Wowzers (WOW) and unlock exclusive activities, birthday cards, quarterly mailings, first dibs at events, and a welcome kit with an autographed photo of Mindy & Guy Raz! Plus, Grownups help support our podcast and our mission to create content and experiences that connect laughter to learning, curiosity to innovation and kids to the WOWs in their world!

This episode of Wow in the World is perfect for kids and families who love mosquitoes, insects, biology, and big WOWs of science!

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2026-05-25
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis and Reggie chow down on some birdseed. Yum? Plus, and encore of "Here Comes the Sun-Powered Energy!" Originally aired 9/28/25.

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2026-05-24
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis and Reggie debate the location of the sky, read reviewsies, and attempt to use Dennis's pigeon translator... Plus, an encore of "Gaming Your Way to Zen!" Originally aired 9/27/25.

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2026-05-23
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! People Who Wow Edition ? Guinness World Record Holder David Rush

What does it take to become a 350-time Guinness World Record title holder, and can you guess which stories are true? In this gameshow podcast for kids, Mindy Thomas gets to know David Rush, as he shares surprising facts and sneaky fibs about his life! This interactive interview podcast for kids invites listeners to play along, think critically, and discover what it really means to win over 350 Guinness World Record titles!

In this podcast that puts a WOW twist on ?Two Truths and A Lie? , kids and families will learn all about David Rush and being an engineer, author, and world record holder. Together, families will hear unbelievable stories about the joys, the challenges, and the journeys of people who are doing amazing things in the world, like breaking 350 world records. But not everything you hear is true? Can you figure out which facts are real?

This episode blends gameplay with real conversation as Mindy and David Rush share stories that are surprising, funny, and sometimes totally unbelievable. From childhood memories and challenges, to world record attempts, listeners will explore how world record holder, engineer, and author David Rush WOWs each and every day!

Along the way, kids and grownups will get to combine curiosity and play, discover the joy of human connection, and see how curiosity can lead to some of the coolest jobs! Designed for families to listen together, this episode encourages communication, imagination, and connection in a screen-free way.

Whether your Wowzer is curious about authors, engineering, and breaking world records or loves solving a good mystery, this episode helps kids build confidence, ask better questions, and connect with the people around them. It?s all about learning through play, conversation, and curiosity.

? Don?t miss the chance to laugh together even more:

Grownups can visit https://bit.ly/4pU76WO to join the World Organization of Wowzers (WOW) and unlock exclusive activities, birthday cards, quarterly mailings, first dibs at events, and a welcome kit with an autographed photo of Mindy & Guy Raz! Plus, Grownups help support our podcast and our mission to create content and experiences that connect laughter to learning, curiosity to innovation and kids to the WOWs in their world!

This episode of Two Whats?! And A Wow!: People Who Wow Edition introduces kids and families to an engineer, author, and Guinness World Record holder through gameplay, storytelling, and curiosity-driven conversation.

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2026-05-22
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Smart Underwear?! The Science of Farts, Gut Health & the Human ?Flatus Atlas?

What if your underwear could track your toots?!

In this hilarious and science-packed episode for kids and families, Mindy, Guy Raz, and the gang head to FLATUS FEST to discover a real invention from the University of Maryland: smart underwear that measures human flatulence (aka farts)!

Along the way, we explore:

- Why we fart (yep, it?s science!)

- How gut microbes create gas

- What ?normal? farting actually looks like

- And how scientists are building a real-life Human Flatus Atlas

Plus: a toot-tastic festival, musical mayhem, and one VERY gassy Gramma G-Force.

It?s the Who, When, Wow, How, and WOW in the World of Smart Underpants and the Science of Toots!

? You can watch the WOW of this episode right now on our YouTube channel, WowTube! Find your favorite Tinkercast podcast episodes, experiments with Mindy, original music with Dennis and so much more at youtube.com/@tinkercast.

? Don?t miss the chance to explore even further with Wow in the World:

Grownups can visit https://bit.ly/4pU76WO to join the World Organization of Wowzers (WOW) and unlock exclusive activities, birthday cards, quarterly mailings, first dibs at events, and a welcome kit with an autographed photo of Mindy & Guy Raz! Plus, Grownups help support our podcast and our mission to create content and experiences that connect laughter to learning, curiosity to innovation and kids to the WOWs in their world!

This episode of Wow in the World is perfect for kids and families who love gross-out humor, biology, and big WOWs of science!

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2026-05-18
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis and Reggie read Reviewsies, taste-test some puzzling foods, and freestyle-rap about... cheese? Plus, and encore of "Drop That Beat and Cut The Cheese...For Science!" Originally aired 8/10/25.

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2026-05-17
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis shows off his new customized library card and answers questions with Reggie! Plus, an encore of "Hey Baby Island, How'd You Get Here? When Underwater Volcanoes Grow Up!" Originally aired 8/9/25.

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2026-05-16
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! People Who Wow Edition - Lucy - Guess the True Facts about This Extraordinary Kid!

What does it take to be an awesome kid who WOWs, and can you guess which stories are true? In this gameshow podcast for kids, Mindy Thomas sits down with Lucy, a lacrosse-loving, slime expert tap dancing her way across Virginia, who will share surprising facts and sneaky fibs about her life! This interactive interview podcast for kids invites listeners to play along, think critically, and discover what it really means to be an awesome kid who WOWs!

In this two truths and a lie podcast all about Lucy and her life as an awesome kid with a dog-like cat, families will hear unbelievable stories about the joys, the challenges, and the journeys of everyday kids who are doing extraordinary things in the world. But not everything you hear is true? Can you figure out which facts are real?

This episode blends gameplay with real conversation as Mindy and Lucy share stories that are surprising, funny, and sometimes totally unbelievable. From jobs and challenges to celebrations, listeners will explore how cool kid Lucy WOWs each and every day!

Along the way, kids and grownups will get to combine curiosity and play, discover the joy of human connection, and see how curiosity can lead to some of the coolest stories! Designed for families to listen together, this episode encourages communication, imagination, and connection in a screen-free way.

Whether your Wowzer is curious about what kinds of cool things other kids are doing, or loves solving a good mystery, this episode helps kids build confidence, ask better questions, and connect with the people around them. It?s all about learning through play, conversation, and curiosity.

? Don?t miss the chance to laugh together even more: 

Grownups can visit https://bit.ly/4pU76WO to join the World Organization of Wowzers (WOW) and unlock exclusive activities, birthday cards, quarterly mailings, first dibs at events, and a welcome kit with an autographed photo of Mindy & Guy Raz! Plus, Grownups help support our podcast and our mission to create content and experiences that connect laughter to learning, curiosity to innovation and kids to the WOWs in their world!

This episode of Two Whats?! And A Wow!: People Who Wow Edition introduces kids and families to other cool kids who WOW through gameplay, storytelling, and curiosity-driven conversation.

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2026-05-15
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Speak, Fetch, Repeat: How Dogs Learn Words by Overhearing Humans

In this tail-wagging, brain-boosting, and totally paw-some episode of Wow in the World, Mindy, Guy Raz, and the WOW crew dive into the surprising science of label learning! At the Dog Vocab World Championship, label learning takes center stage as some of the smartest pups on the planet show off their incredible memories. And as Mindy and Guy discover, label learning might help explain how dog vocabulary works and why dog vocabulary in certain dogs can be way more impressive than you?d ever expect!

When Mindy and Guy Raz arrive at a giant stadium to commentate the annual Dog Vocab World Championship, Mindy is mostly focused on one thing: finding a snack. Unfortunately for her, she ends up in the dog toy line instead of concessions and barely has time to figure out what?s happening before she and Guy are rushed on air. Once the lights go up and the crowd starts barking, cheering, and howling, Mindy realizes this is no ordinary dog show. This is a high-stakes battle of memory, focus, and fetch.

The competitors? A trio of elite canine superstars: the polished Professor Lex, the rebellious fan-favorite Noodle, and the reigning champion Banjo. One by one, the dogs are asked to retrieve specific toys from a big pile on stage, including avocado, monkey, racecar, airplane, and more. To win, each dog must remember which word belongs to which toy and fetch the correct one without making a mistake. It?s like a spelling bee, a memory game, and a sporting event all rolled into one very fluffy package.

But amid all the excitement, Mindy and Guy uncover the real WOW: a fascinating new scientific study from researchers in Budapest suggests that some dogs may not only learn words through direct teaching, but also by simply overhearing humans talk to one another. That means a dog might be able to learn the name of a toy even when no one is talking to the dog directly! In the study, researchers worked with special dogs that already knew lots of toy names. Then, instead of repeatedly teaching a new word face-to-face, the dog?s owner and another person casually talked about the toy together while the dog watched and listened. Later, many of the dogs were able to fetch the correct toy, proving they had learned the word just by overhearing it.

Scientists call this process label learning: understanding that a word belongs to a specific object. It?s something human babies do too, by listening to the people around them talk. And it turns out some dogs, especially highly attentive breeds like Border Collies, may be able to do something surprisingly similar. That makes these pups true outliers in the animal kingdom, with some dogs able to recognize hundreds, and in rare cases even over a thousand, words.

With live commentary, dramatic toy fetches, barks from the crowd, and an unforgettable championship showdown, this episode is packed with laughs, suspense, and an incredible look at how dogs learn.

? You can watch the WOW of this episode right now on our YouTube channel, WowTube! Find your favorite Tinkercast podcast episodes, experiments with Mindy, original music with Dennis and so much more at youtube.com/@tinkercast.

? Don?t miss the chance to explore even further with Wow in the World:

Grownups can visit https://bit.ly/4pU76WO to join the World Organization of Wowzers (WOW) and unlock exclusive activities, birthday cards, quarterly mailings, first dibs at events, and a welcome kit with an autographed photo of Mindy & Guy Raz! Plus, Grownups help support our podcast and our mission to create content and experiences that connect laughter to learning, curiosity to innovation and kids to the WOWs in their world!

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2026-05-11
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis and Reggie make Mother's Day cards. Plus an encore episode of, ?Yay for Octo-Moms!? Originally aired 5/11/25.

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2026-05-10
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis and Reggie remember their favorite teachers and read Reviewsies. Plus an encore episode of, ?1+2=3? Just ask a BEE! - The Scientific Buzz on Bees and Math? Originally aired 5/10/25.

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2026-05-09
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! People Who Wow Edition ? Author and Illustrator Raina Telgemeier

What does it take to become a New York Times bestselling author and graphic novelist, and can you guess which stories are true? In this gameshow podcast for kids, Mindy Thomas gets to know Raina Telgemeier, as she shares surprising facts and sneaky fibs about her life! This interactive interview podcast for kids invites listeners to play along, think critically, and discover what it really means to write and draw bestselling graphic novels for kids like Raina Telgemeier!

In this two-truths-and-a-lie podcast all about Raina Telgemeier and being a creator of graphic novels, families will hear unbelievable stories about the joys, the challenges, and the journeys of people who are doing amazing things in the world. But not everything you hear is true? Can you figure out which facts are real?

This episode blends gameplay with real conversation as Mindy and Raina Telgemeier share stories that are surprising, funny, and sometimes totally unbelievable. From childhood beliefs and going behind-the-scenes to hidden talents, listeners will explore how book author and graphic novelist Raina Telgemeier WOWs each and every day!

Along the way, kids and grownups will get to combine curiosity and play, discover the joy of human connection, and see how curiosity can lead to some of the coolest jobs! Designed for families to listen together, this episode encourages communication, imagination, and connection in a screen-free way.

Whether your Wowzer is curious about writing and illustrating books and graphic novels or loves solving a good mystery, this episode helps kids build confidence, ask better questions, and connect with the people around them. It?s all about learning through play, conversation, and curiosity.

? Don?t miss the chance to laugh together even more: 

Grownups can visit https://bit.ly/4pU76WO to join the World Organization of Wowzers (WOW) and unlock exclusive activities, birthday cards, quarterly mailings, first dibs at events, and a welcome kit with an autographed photo of Mindy & Guy Raz! Plus, Grownups help support our podcast and our mission to create content and experiences that connect laughter to learning, curiosity to innovation and kids to the WOWs in their world!

This episode of Two Whats?! And A Wow!: People Who Wow Edition introduces kids and families to a best-selling author of graphic novels and books through gameplay, storytelling, and curiosity-driven conversation.

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2026-05-08
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SnotBot! The Real Whale Snot Drone & How Scientists Study Whales

What if collecting whale snot could help save the ocean?

In this wildly funny and science-packed episode, Mindy, Guy Raz, and Dennis discover that SnotBot?a real-life drone used by scientists?isn?t just a video game? it?s real technology used to study whales in the wild!

Join the adventure as we explore:

- How scientists use drones to collect whale snot (blow)

- What whale mucus can reveal about health, DNA, pregnancy, and gut microbes

- Why drones are safer and less disruptive than boats and airplanes

- How ocean research helps protect whales after environmental disasters

Plus: video game chaos, ocean detective missions, and one VERY important question? how do you catch snot mid-air?!

It?s the Who, What, When, Where, How, Wow, and WOW of whale snot at drone technology!

? You can watch the WOW of this episode right now on our YouTube channel, WowTube! Find your favorite Tinkercast podcast episodes, experiments with Mindy, original music with Dennis and so much more at youtube.com/@tinkercast.

? Don?t miss the chance to explore even further with Wow in the World:

Grownups can visit https://bit.ly/4pU76WO to join the World Organization of Wowzers (WOW) and unlock exclusive activities, birthday cards, quarterly mailings, first dibs at events, and a welcome kit with an autographed photo of Mindy & Guy Raz! Plus, Grownups help support our podcast and our mission to create content and experiences that connect laughter to learning, curiosity to innovation and kids to the WOWs in their world!

This episode of Wow in the World is perfect for kids and families who love animals, ocean science, technology, and totally gross (but amazing) facts.

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2026-05-04
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis and Reggie check in on Goldie-Bob the Goldfish, and invent a brand new drink! Plus, an encore of "A Sunbrella For The Planet!" Originally aired 8/3/25.

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2026-05-03
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis and Reggie discuss Reggie's latest vacation, answer questions, and listen to... WeWow on the Weekend? Plus, an encore of "And The Winner Is? RICEQUAKE!" Originally aired 8/2/25.

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2026-05-02
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! - E-I-E-I-Wow!

Break out your overalls! Two Whats?! And a Wow is down on the farm! We?re learning all about Farm Animals this week, so Mindy & Guy will be sorting the farming facts from the foolish farm funnies. Visit https://bit.ly/3zfwJMc for more info. Originally aired 9/13/24.

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2026-05-01
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It's All Bonobo to Me: How to Talk Like an Ape!

Did you know bonobos have their very own way of talking to each other? In this Wow in the World episode, Mindy is using a new language learning app to try and help her communicate better with her pen-pal. The only issue is, her pen pal is an ape! From playful gestures to powerful vocalizations, bonobos use a language all their own to express feelings, build relationships, and keep their families connected. This jaw-dropping episode dives into the science of how bonobos communicate, why it matters for scientists, and what kids can learn about the importance of empathy, teamwork, and listening. Originally aired 9/15/25.

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2026-04-27
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis and Reggie deliver a hot-off-the-press Reggie Report, answer questions, and listen to an encore of "An Elevator to the Stars!" 7/27/25.

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2026-04-26
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis kicks things off with a brand new segment, "Dear Diary!" Plus, an encore of "Duck Duck Poop! A Tale of Symbiosis!" Originally aired 7/26/25.

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2026-04-25
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Making Mountains

On the next episode of Two Whats?! And a Wow We Are climbing to new heights and saying ?Yodel-lay-hee-Hooray? for mountains! Guy & Mindy will help you elevate your game with all the info you need to help you separate the mountains from the molehills... Want more WHATs and WOWs? Visit https://bit.ly/40hR1P0. Did you know you can watch full episodes of Two Whats?! And A Wow! on YouTube and YouTube Kids?! Visit https://bit.ly/3WlHLbk to start watching and WOWing with us! Originally aired 6/13/25.

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2026-04-24
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Earth Day Party

Mindy is throwing an EARTH day party! And she'll move mountains to decorate accordingly... literally! Put on your reusable party hats and join the Wow crew to celebrate 4.5 billion years of this big blue planet that we call home. It wouldn't be an Earth Day party without Earth Day presents... find out what kinds of bonkerballs gifts the crew has in store to keep our planet happy and healthy! It's the who, when, where, why, how and WOW of climate change! Originally aired 4/21/25.

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2026-04-20
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WeWow on the Weekend

Reggie hosts a new installment of the Reggie Report, then Dennis and Reggie read Reviewsies and debut a thrilling new segment! Plus, an encore of "Horsefly Don't Bother Me! The Dazzling Mystery of Zebra Stripes!" Originally aired 7/20/25.

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2026-04-19
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis and Reggie (try to) remember their dreams, answer questions, and talk about their upcoming talent show! Plus, an encore of "Scaredy Sharks and the Science of Fear!" Originally aired 7/19/25.

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2026-04-18
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Just Wing It!

This week?s episode of Two Whats?! And a Wow is going to fly-by! Before you know it, your brain will be full of fun facts about birds and things with WINGS! Visit https://bit.ly/3zfwJMc for more. Originally aired 11/15/24.

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2026-04-17
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Planet Wow

Grownups, we've partnered with our friends at Aspen Institute, Geocaching, and Nature Conservancy to encourage the Wowzers in your life to learn how to better take care of our planet by exploring places that WOW! Visit tinkercast.com/planetwow to learn more about our trailblazing, audio-filled, adventure-packed GeoTour to uncover geocaches filled with trackable Planet Wow! trading cards and more WOW surprises! And don't forget to call us at 1-888-7WOW-WOW to share the places on our planet that make you say "WOW!" Originally aired 9/22/25.

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2026-04-13
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis brings a little razzle-dazzle to today's show, and he and Reggie debut a new segment! Plus, and encore of "Bored Out Of Your Bonkerballs? - Why Having Nothing To Do Can Be Good For You!" Originally aired 5/25/25.

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2026-04-12
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WeWow on the Weekend

Baby Dennis and Baby Sock Dennis try hosting the show... then Dennis and Reggie answer your questions! Plus, an encore of "The Cubic Scoop on Wombat Poop!" Originally aired 5/24/25.

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2026-04-11
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Stumping the Shark

We've got a JAWS-dropping edition of Two Whats?! And A Wow! this week, as we celebrate everyone?s favorite ocean predator: The Shark! Visit https://bit.ly/3zfwJMc for more details. Originally aired 11/8/24.

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2026-04-10
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Rocket Dreams: An Artemis Adventure

Humans are going back to the moon, and so is Mindy ... in her dreams! Join the gang as they travel though the endless dreamscape that is Mindy's mind and discover everything there is to know about NASA's Artemis moon program and they're attempt to land the first man on the moon in almost 50 years! It's the who, when, where, why, how and WOW of project Artemis! Originally aired 10/7/24.

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2026-04-06
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis and Reggie practice good dental hygiene (sort of) and read reviewsies! Plus, and encore of "G-Force Vs. Wasabi: How The Brain Registers Pain!" Originally aired 5/18/25.

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2026-04-05
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis and Reggie play with a cool new toy, answer questions, and introduce a new member of the WeWow on the Weekend family. Plus, and encore of "An UnFROGettable Day At the Museum of Wow!" Originally aired 5/17/25.

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2026-04-04
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! - On Another Planet

We?re all about the solar system this week! The next episode of Two Whats?! And a Wow is all about PLANETS! Mindy & Guy Raz help us sort through some stellar silliness to get to the real Wows about these celestial bodies. Visit https://bit.ly/3zfwJMc for more details. Originally aired 11/29/24.

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2026-04-03
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A Grand Prix: The Science of F1 Racing!

In this high-speed episode of Wow in the World, Mindy and Guy Raz turbocharge an ordinary day? It?s the 25th-Annual DIY Homemade Go-Kart Derby! But in classic Mindy fashion, she isn?t showing up with just any homemade kart?she?s built a cutting-edge Formula 1-style race car! As it turns out, Formula 1 racing is basically ?one giant science fair,? powered by teams of scientists working to design the fastest cars possible!

Of course, getting to the race is no simple task. Instead of driving, Mindy insists on preserving the precious engine by enlisting the sleigh cats? help to pull the car. At the track, they meet their driver? a familiar and unlikely face? and prepare for the big race. As the countdown begins, excitement builds, blending science, silliness, and speed into a wildly entertaining race-day finale!

Packed with humor, wild antics, and fascinating STEM concepts, this episode shows how science fuels everything from backyard projects to the fastest cars on Earth.

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? Don?t miss the chance to explore even further with Wow in the World:

Grownups can visit https://bit.ly/4pU76WO to join the World Organization of Wowzers (WOW) and unlock exclusive activities, birthday cards, quarterly mailings, first dibs at events, and a welcome kit with an autographed photo of Mindy & Guy Raz! Plus, Grownups help support our podcast and our mission to create content and experiences that connect laughter to learning, curiosity to innovation and kids to the WOWs in their world!

This episode of Wow in the World is perfect for kids and families who enjoy the science and thrills of Formula 1 race cars!

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2026-03-30
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis and Reggie have a crafternoon. Plus an encore episode of, ?Heeeere Foodie, Foodie! Edible Insects on the Menu!? Originally aired 3/23/25.

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2026-03-29
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WeWow on the Weekend

Reggie performs a magic trick and Dennis listens to voicemails. Plus an encore episode of, ?Song Of The Singing Mouse!? Originally aired Originally aired 3/22/25.

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2026-03-28
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! - The Hole Nine Yards

Our next episode of Two Whats?! And a Wow will really pull you in... No REALLY... It?s all about BLACK HOLES! And Guy and Mindy will bring you a supernova of fan and facts about these interstellar vortexes. Originally aired 10/11/24.

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2026-03-27
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The Purrr-fect Match: Cats, Chaos, Science, and Smelly Surprises!

Get your whiskers ready! In this episode of Wow in the World, Mindy and Guy Raz step onto the wildest game show ever: The Purrr-fect Match?where cats sniff out their humans based on smell! Inspired by a real scientific cat study from Tokyo University of Agriculture, this episode dives into the science of how cats recognize (or ignore!) their humans, all while navigating a backstage full of chaos, celebrity cats, flying pennies, and one Gramma G-Force. Laugh, learn, and discover why sometimes the ?wrong? answer is actually the purr-fect one! 

? You can watch the WOW of this episode right now on our YouTube channel, WowTube! Find your favorite Tinkercast podcast episodes, experiments with Mindy, original music with Dennis and so much more at youtube.com/@tinkercast.

? Don?t miss the chance to explore even further with Wow in the World:

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This episode of Wow in the World is a perfect blend of storytelling and science, inviting kids and families to explore real and rare research about cats while laughing, learning, and wowing together.

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2026-03-23
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis and Reggie play a round of Eye Spy and listen to voicemails. Plus an encore episode of, ?Getting Nosey about the Science of Smell!" Originally aired 3/16/25.

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2026-03-22
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WeWow on the Weekend

Reggie brings donuts into the basement and Dennis reads Reviewsies. Plus an encore episode of, ?Operation Earth: How to be Cool to a Planet that's Hot! Originally aired 3/15/25.

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2026-03-21
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Strength in Numbers

We've got the questions AND answers in this out of this world round of Two Whats?! And a Wow! We're challenging you to find the facts from the fiction about STRENGTH! Originally aired 3/22/24.

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2026-03-20
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Hair Today, Teeth Tomorrow: Keratin?s Surprising Smile-Repair Superpower!

In this laugh-inducing, hair-raising, and educational episode of Wow in the World, Mindy, Guy Raz, and the WOW crew learn about a new way to help strengthen teeth!

Dennis reveals his brand-new haircut - a perfectly round, helmet-shaped hairstyle hardened with hair gel. While the crew struggles to compliment the new ?do, the conversation quickly spirals into unexpected territory when Thomas Fingerling and Gramma G-Force insist that Dennis made a terrible mistake by throwing away his hair clippings? According to them, everyone knows hair clippings should be placed under your pillow for the mysterious ?Hairy Fairy,? who sneaks in through the keyhole to collect them. If the hair is strong, you might get a prize - maybe even a yacht. If it?s weak? Expect a boiled egg.

But amid the bonkerballs chatter, Mindy realizes something: the Hairy Fairy?s strange obsession with hair might actually connect to real science. She shares an incredible new study from scientists at King?s College London showing that keratin - the protein that makes up our hair and nails - could someday help repair damaged tooth enamel. Since enamel is the hardest material in the human body, but can?t grow back once it wears away, researchers have been searching for ways to rebuild or strengthen it. Their discovery? When keratin interacts with minerals in saliva, it can help form a protective crystal coating on teeth! This coating could potentially strengthen enamel and even outperform the plastic resin materials dentists currently use - making teeth far more resistant to cavities. In the future, keratin from hair could be added to toothpaste, mouthwash, or dental treatments to protect smiles everywhere!

With rollerblades, hair helmets, imaginary creatures, and cutting-edge dental research all colliding in one hilarious adventure, this episode proves that even a haircut can lead to jaw-dropping science.

? You can watch the WOW of this episode right now on our YouTube channel, WowTube! Find your favorite Tinkercast podcast episodes, experiments with Mindy, original music with Dennis and so much more at youtube.com/@tinkercast.

? Don?t miss the chance to explore even further with Wow in the World:

Grownups can visit https://bit.ly/4pU76WO to join the World Organization of Wowzers (WOW) and unlock exclusive activities, birthday cards, quarterly mailings, first dibs at events, and a welcome kit with an autographed photo of Mindy & Guy Raz! Plus, Grownups help support our podcast and our mission to create content and experiences that connect laughter to learning, curiosity to innovation and kids to the WOWs in their world!

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2026-03-16
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis and Reggie read Reveiwsies and end up doing some stunts. Plus an encore episode of, ?That's Nuts!? Originally aired 3/9/25.

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2026-03-15
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis has a bad hair day and invents a new segments to fix it. Plus an encore episode of, ?An Intergalactic Interloper!? Originally aired 3/8/25.

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2026-03-14
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Rat's All, Folks!

The next episode of Two Whats?! And a Wow will either make you squeak or say ?Eeeek!?-- depending upon how you feel about? Rodents! Guy & Mindy will give you the 411 on rats, mice and some other amazing critters. Originally aired 1/26/24.

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2026-03-13
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A Fantastic Plastic Feast: What Happens When Biodegradable Bags Meet Microbes

What happens when biodegradable plastic bags meet the tiny, powerful creatures living in our oceans? In this episode about environmental ocean science, Mindy and Guy take you on a wild ride to explore a scientific breakthrough in biodegradable plastic bags! Listen and and discover how microscopic ocean microbes devour this new plastic, turning it into harmless byproducts. From supermarket chaos to microscopic environmental ocean science, this adventure is full of funny funny hijinx, big adventure, and a breakthrough in biodegradable plastic technology. By connecting laughter to learning, this environmental ocean science episode shows how science and fun can sometimes collide in the most unexpected ways.

It all starts in a bustling eco-conscious supermarket, where Mindy?s stash of plastic bags sparks total chaos, teaching listeners why choosing biodegradable plastic bags over single-use plastics can make a big difference for the environment. Then, back at Mindy?s gingerbread mansion, the real fun begins. She drops the bags into a giant seawater tank and, with the help of the incredible Wow Machine, shrinks down to microscopic size to witness ocean microbes at work. These tiny, hungry organisms munch, digest, and transform the plastic, turning it into safe byproducts?all while Mindy and Guy provide hilarious commentary and clear explanations of the science.

Along the way, you?ll learn that these biodegradable plastic bags can lose 80% of their mass in just over a year, compared to normal plastics that take hundreds of years to disappear. You?ll also explore the role of microbes in ocean ecosystems, see why the Great Pacific Garbage Patch is a massive environmental challenge, and discover how smart, eco-friendly inventions like biodegradable plastic bags could help protect marine life. These ocean experiments for kids highlight the invisible teamwork happening in nature and make it easy to understand how science solves real-world problems?while keeping the fun high and the laughs constant.

Get ready for a whirlwind adventure full of chaos, clever science, and lots of laughter. From flying tomatoes in a supermarket to shrinking down inside a giant seawater tank, Mindy and Guy show how biodegradable plastic bags work in action, why microbes are nature?s unsung heroes, and how small changes in our daily lives can have a big impact on the environment. This is the Who, What, When, Where, Why, How, and Wow in the World of biodegradable plastics and ocean microbes, brought to life with humor, curiosity, and a whole lot of WOW!

? You can watch the WOW of this episode right now on our YouTube channel, WowTube! Find your favorite Tinkercast podcast episodes, experiments with Mindy, original music with Dennis and so much more at youtube.com/@tinkercast.

? Don?t miss the chance to explore even further with Wow in the World:

Grownups can visit https://bit.ly/4pU76WO to join the World Organization of Wowzers (WOW) and unlock exclusive activities, birthday cards, quarterly mailings, first dibs at events, and a welcome kit with an autographed photo of Mindy & Guy Raz! Plus, Grownups help support our podcast and our mission to create content and experiences that connect laughter to learning, curiosity to innovation and kids to the WOWs in their world!

This episode of Wow in the World is a perfect blend of storytelling and science, inviting kids and families to dive into the mysteries of biodegradable plastic while laughing, learning, and wowing together.

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2026-03-09
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WeWow on the Weekend

Reggie loses track of time and Dennis starts the show without him. Then they read reviewsies. Plus an encore episode of, ?Hey Onion! You?re Making Me Cry!? Originally aired 3/2/25.

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2026-03-08
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WeWow on the Weekend

Dennis gets a goldfish and he and Reggie struggle to name it. Then they answer voicemails. Plus an encore episode of, ?BANG! Where'd the Universe Come From?!? Originally aired 3/1/25.

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2026-03-07
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! - We Didn?t Start the Fire!

We've got the questions AND answers in this out of this world round of Two Whats?! And a Wow! We're challenging you to find the facts from the fiction about FIRE! Visit https://bit.ly/3zfwJMc for more. Originally aired 10/18/24.

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2026-03-06
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