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
Podcast Episodes
MIDWEEKLY: Do Cats Have the Same Bones as Humans?🐱🦴 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:38
This Week’s Big Questions! You’ve been sending in your brilliantly curious questions, and this week… 🐱 Toby wants to know: Do cats have the same bones as humans?⚡ Max is wondering: How do lightning and thunder form?😴 Leo…
DINO DISCOVERY: Has the T-Rex Just Been Levelled Up?! ⚡🦖 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:51
Get ready for another big and brilliant dive into the world of science on this week’s Science Weekly! We’re exploring the incredible science of the human heart, uncovering how it pumps, why it’s so powerful, and the secr…
MIDWEEKLY: Why Does Your Tummy Rumble?🍕🌀 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:46
This week’s big questions!You’ve been sending in your curious questions, and this week… 🤤 Beau wants to know why your tummy rumbles.❤️ Mia is wondering how your heart pumps blood around your body.🌟 Mustafa asks: what’s t…
MEET THE GROLAR BEAR: Half Grizzly, Half Polar! 🐻‍❄️🐻 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:43
Get ready for another BIG and BRILLIANT adventure into the wonders of science on this week’s Science Weekly! This episode plunges us deep beneath the waves as we uncover how dolphins and other ocean animals manage to hol…
MIDWEEKLY: How Do Clouds Stay in the Sky? ☁️🌤️ [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:39
This week’s big questions!You’ve been sending in your curious questions, and this week… 🥶 Remi wants to know why we shiver when we’re cold.😮‍💨 Beth is wondering why we wheeze.🌳 Luke is curious about how deep tree roots g…
EARTH 2.0: The Epic Hunt for a New Home 🌍✨ [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:17
Get ready for another jam-packed episode of Fun Kids Science Weekly — where we answer your biggest questions, explore the latest discoveries, and travel to the farthest corners of the universe! This week, we’re looking u…
MIDWEEKLY: Why Is The Moon Called... The Moon?🌕🌌 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:44
This week’s big questions!You’ve been sending in your curious questions, and this week… 💧 Jonah wants to know why we sweat.🤧 Raphael is wondering why we close our eyes when we sneeze.🐸 Robbie is curious about why frogs c…
SAND vs WATER: The Ultimate Earth Showdown! 💧🏖️ [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:57
Get ready to blast off into another episode of Fun Kids Science Weekly — packed with space tech, creepy creatures, and the biggest mysteries of the planet! This week, we’re tackling YOUR science questions, discovering th…
MIDWEEKLY: Could Dinosaurs Really Fly? 🦖🪽 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:03
This week’s big questions!You’ve been sending in your curious questions, and this week… ✨ Anetha wants to know why we can’t feel our bodies grow.🧴 Kiara asks what makes up our skin.🦖 Kaleb takes us back in time to find o…