Fun Kids Science Weekly

Fun Kids Science Weekly


Latest Episodes

The Helium Shortage & Stone Man Syndrome
September 28, 2019

Dan speaks to Professor David Cole-Hamilton about the Earth's helium shortage, and explores the almost unimaginable Stone Man Syndrome. Plus, he also chats to Hanna, another child inventor, who won the Dream Big, Princess competition.

'Dr Maggie's Grand Tour of the Solar System' & Peregrine Falcon
September 21, 2019

Dan takes a tour of the solar system, including trying to unravel the mystery of the black hole. Plus, who would have thought a falcon could be that dangerous?

Wolfsbane & Your Guide To Endangered Species
September 14, 2019

Dan speaks to Millie Marotta; her brand new book 'A Wild Child's Guide to Endangered Animals' features the species at risk from extinction (the ones we should really know about!) Plus, he encounters the poisonous plant of many names (but you may know it a

The Most Dangerous Dinosaur & The Young Imagineers Competition
September 07, 2019

Dan chats to last year's winner of the Young Imagineers Competition - she invented a pollution-sucking pigeon! Plus, he meets one of the most dangerous dinosaurs and takes a fresh look at climate change with the help of Marina Ventura.

'The Wonders Of Nature' & The Black Mamba
August 31, 2019

Dan is joined by author Ben Hoare for the release of his brand new book 'The Wonders Of Nature' - how will Dan do at Ben's science quiz? Plus, Dan meets the Black Mamba and welcomes to returning features to the podcast.

The Mystery Of Chameleons & Cholera's Third Outbreak
August 24, 2019

Dan is joined by Professor Michel Milinkovitch – he is a Professor at the University of Geneva and answers your question on chameleons! Plus, he explores the Third Outbreak of Cholera and why it was so deadly ...

The Science Behind Ear Tickling & Giant Bees
August 17, 2019

In this double guest special, Dan speaks to Dr Sue Deuchars about the benefits of ear tickling (you read it right!) and discovers the science behind the VFX you see in the movies. Plus, he meets the mysterious Wallace's Giant Bee.

Slug Slime & Black-Footed Cat
August 10, 2019

Is there more to slug slime than meets the eye? Sam Caseley explores with Dan. Plus, have you ever thought a cat could be deadly? Dan meets the deadliest cat in the world!

'Why Haven't We Seen Aliens?' & Nile Crocodiles
August 03, 2019

Dan welcomes to the studio Stephen Rickard to explore his brand new book, 'Why Haven't We Seen Aliens?' Plus he meets the ferocious Nile Crocodile and explores why giant slugs are ravaging Russia.

BONUS: Nanogirl's Great Science Adventures
July 31, 2019

Nanogirl is another science podcast for kids! It answers your burning questions and shows you the wonders of discovery, made with school students who live in New Zealand.  It's made by RNZ and Nanogirl Labs. Tap here to subscribe to Nanogirl's Great Sci