DOGS VS. CATS: The Science of Pet Rivalry 🐶🐱

DOGS VS. CATS: The Science of Pet Rivalry 🐶🐱

Author: Fun Kids January 31, 2026 Duration: 26:30

We may have a new name but it's still time for another BIG and BRILLIANT adventure into the world of science on this week’s Science Quest!

In Science in the News, we meet an incredible 8-year-old set to become one of the youngest Britons to visit Antarctica, hear about a jaw-dropping archaeological dig uncovering two of the rarest Iron Age objects ever found, and find out how horses can actually smell fear with Roberta Blake from Anglia Ruskin University.

Got questions? We have got answers. Learn why cheetahs purr instead of roar, and hear animal expert Jackie Boyd explain why dogs and cats fight in the first place.

There is also a brand-new Dangerous Dan featuring the dinosaur Nigersaurus, and in Battle of the Sciences we shine a spotlight on the unsung hero behind every experiment, discovery, and invention: Mathematics. Neil Saunders from the University of London reveals why maths really is the language of science.

And do not miss An Age Old Problem, where Detective Mathema finally works out the age of his Great Aunt Maud using mathematics, of course.

Packed with animals, adventures, and mind-blowing science, let’s dive in.

What we learn about:

  • Why dogs and cats fight and what their behaviour really means

  • How horses can smell fear

  • A child visiting Antarctica and what life is like there

  • Why cheetahs purr instead of roar
  • And why mathematics is essential to all science

All that and more on this week’s Science Quest!

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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.
Author: Language: en-gb Episodes: 100

Fun Kids Science Quest
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Why Does Food Taste Better When We’re Hungry?😋🍔 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:11
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RAINBOW SCIENCE: Why Nature Bends the Light 🌈💧 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Can You Dig to the Centre of the Earth?  🌍 ⛏️ [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:05
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RETURN OF THE SEA TUTRLES: But Scientists Are Worried... 🐢📈 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:22
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Why Do We Have Eyebrows?🤨 👀 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:24
This Week’s Big Questions! You’ve been sending in your brilliantly curious questions, and this week… ✨ Orla asks: Why do we get spots?🤨 Nathan wonders: Why do we have eyebrows?💡 Henry wants to know: Why does light travel…
How Are Tears Made?😭💧 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:51
This Week’s Big Questions! You’ve been sending in your brilliantly curious questions, and this week… 🪶 JJ asks: Why don’t ostriches fly?🌻 Stein wonders: Why do sunflowers face the sun?🌬️ Arlo wants to know: Why do we bre…
HANNIBAL'S WAR ELEPHANTS: Lost Clues Discovered 🐘⚔️ [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:20
It's still time for another BIG and BRILLIANT adventure into the world of science on this week’s Science Quest! In Science in the News, could an elephant foot bone discovered in Spain be evidence of Hannibal’s legendary…
Why Do Whales Explode? 🐋💥 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:43
This Week’s Big Questions! You’ve been sending in your brilliantly curious questions, and this week… 🔥 Griffin wants to know: Why do some materials burn and not others?😴 Livy is wondering: What happens when we fall aslee…
SOLAR ECLIPSE: When The Sun Goes Dark🌞🌑 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:47
We may have a new name but it's still time for another BIG and BRILLIANT adventure into the world of science on this week’s Science Quest! In Science in the News, could a mound in North West England contain the remains o…