Beyond the Last Star: Journey to the Edge of the Universe 🌌🚀

Beyond the Last Star: Journey to the Edge of the Universe 🌌🚀

Author: Fun Kids June 6, 2026 Duration: 26:12

Welcome to Science Quest! 🚀 This week, we are counting down to World Ocean’s Day by tracking deep-sea defenders, investigating a spectacular rocket explosion, and going beyond the edge of the cosmos to find out what space is actually inside of.

  • 💥 Rocket Crash: Blue Origin’s latest test rocket has exploded right at launch! Find out what went wrong and why it couldn’t even get off the ground.

  • 🐬 Saving the North Sea Dolphins: With World Ocean’s Day coming up on June 8th, Ruth Williams (Head of Marine Conservation at The Wildlife Trusts) joins us to explain why governments need to step up right now to protect the amazing dolphins swimming off our coasts.

  • 🧬 The Blueprint for Forever: Daliah asks a massive question: why can't humans live forever? We dive into the biology of aging and look at why our cells have an ultimate expiration date.

  • 🌌 The Edge of the Cosmos: Andrew Tolley from Imperial College London tackles Shiloh’s mind-bending question: what exactly is space inside of? Prepare to have your brain stretched to the absolute edge of the universe!

  • 🌱 Dangerous Dan: Watch out for the Cape Sundew! It looks like a beautiful, sparkly plant, but it’s actually a ruthless carnivore that uses sticky, glue-covered tentacles to trap insects and digest them alive.

  • 🧠 Brain Box: Geomicrobiologist Jess Mackie from the British Geological Survey steps into the Brain Box to introduce us to the invisible, microscopic army of microbes running our world from deep underground!

And hop into the submarine with young explorer Marina Ventura and her trusty digital sidekick, Map App! On this week's wild ocean adventure, we are discovering the incredible, hidden impact that marine creatures have on the health of our planet. From microscopic plankton making the air we breathe to deep-sea engineers changing the ocean currents, find out how the animals inside the water actually keep the whole ocean alive!

Follow Science Quest for your weekly dose of space mysteries, engineering feats, and nature’s cutest stars! 🎙️✨

 

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Ever wondered what sound a dinosaur really made or how astronauts eat breakfast in zero gravity? Fun Kids Science Quest digs into those brilliant, messy, and mind-bending questions. Hosted by Dan, this lively podcast turns curiosity into adventure, journeying from the ancient past to the far reaches of the universe. It’s not just a list of facts; it’s a proper exploration designed for young minds and their families to enjoy together. Every episode brings something different, whether it’s a story from the Deep Space High series, a trip back to the Age of the Dinosaurs, or a visit with the clever Professor Hallux. You’ll also hear from special guests and real experts who tackle listeners' trickiest science questions with clear, engaging answers. The whole idea is to make the huge world of science feel accessible, fun, and genuinely surprising. So if you’re looking for a science podcast that’s as entertaining as it is educational, full of stories and conversations that spark real wonder, this is the quest to join. New episodes arrive weekly, ready to turn any car journey or quiet afternoon into a mini scientific expedition.
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