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Moon Slivers, Baby Salamanders, and Super-Helpful AI Helpers
Jun 17, 2026
Ep. 74
#Nature & Animals #Science & Space

Moon Slivers, Baby Salamanders, and Super-Helpful AI Helpers

In Episode 74, learn how scientists give baby hellbender salamanders a careful “head-start” before releasing them back into clean streams. Then look up after sunset to spot a super-thin crescent Moon near Mercury and discover the soft glow called earthshine—plus a quick binoculars safety reminder. Finally, meet Griffin-1, a Moon lander being tested so it can do helpful robot science on the Moon.

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Spiders, Sea Science, and a Super-Sized Flag!
Jun 15, 2026
Ep. 73
#Nature & Animals #Science & Space #World Events

Spiders, Sea Science, and a Super-Sized Flag!

In this episode, kids learn how a newly found cave spider in Oregon can be identified with careful observing and DNA clues, then get an official name. Next, they explore coastal science at See More HQ, where scientists measure ocean clues like waves, wind, temperature, and saltiness. Finally, they visit Flag Day fun at a museum and discover how the Star-Spangled Banner is protected with special lighting, temperature control, and gentle conservation.

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Three-City Music, Museum Magic, and a Super-Sneaky Snake!
Jun 11, 2026
Ep. 72
#Sports #Entertainment & Arts #Nature & Animals

Three-City Music, Museum Magic, and a Super-Sneaky Snake!

In this episode, kids learn how a World Cup Countdown Concert connected Mexico City, Toronto, and Los Angeles using live video and sound links. We also explore a Free Community Day at the National Museum of Women in the Arts and learn how exhibitions help us notice patterns in art. Finally, we meet the southern hognose snake and discover how public comments can help wildlife teams protect sandy habitats.

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Turtle Tea, Star Glitter, and Idea Machines
Jun 3, 2026
Ep. 68
#Nature & Animals #Science & Space

Turtle Tea, Star Glitter, and Idea Machines

In this episode, kids meet “Earl Grey,” a rare hybrid sea turtle that was rehabilitated and released back into the Atlantic near Jekyll Island, Georgia. Then we zoom into space with NASA’s picture of the Vela Supernova Remnant, a giant leftover cloud from a big star change that’s very far away. Finally, we visit a Smithsonian exhibit that explains patents—official papers that help protect inventions and show who made them first.

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Space Swirls, Super Robots, and Meadow Magic
May 28, 2026
Ep. 66
#Science & Space #Technology #Nature & Animals

Space Swirls, Super Robots, and Meadow Magic

In this episode, kids explore a far-away black hole by learning how the Webb telescope uses infrared light and swirling gas as clues. Next, they meet Argus, a round robot with 20 telescoping legs and depth-sensing cameras that help it move in many directions. Then they visit an Oregon mountain meadow restoration plan that can help water flow steadily and support birds and pollinators.

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Space Brains, Fossil Mysteries, and a Camera Time Machine
May 13, 2026
Ep. 59
#Science & Space #Nature & Animals #Entertainment & Arts

Space Brains, Fossil Mysteries, and a Camera Time Machine

In Episode 59, kids explore how NASA tests a tougher, faster space “computer brain” so rovers can make smart choices in space. Then we solve a fossil mystery from Brazil, where scientists re-check evidence and think some “animal” fossils were really tiny microbe communities. Finally, we celebrate a Chicago photo museum turning 50 and learn how cameras and archives help us peek into the past.

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Shark Science, Space Rocks, and Clothes as Art
May 11, 2026
Ep. 58
#Entertainment & Arts #Science & Space #Nature & Animals

Shark Science, Space Rocks, and Clothes as Art

In this episode, we visit The Met’s “Costume Art” show to see how clothes and artworks can share shapes, patterns, and design clues. Then we learn how NASA tracks an asteroid flyby calmly and safely using telescopes and math. Finally, we explore a science center’s Sharks exhibit to discover sensors and cartilage in shark bodies—curious learning, not scary stuff.

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