GOLDFISH MYTH: The Truth About Their 3-Second Memory🐠🧠

GOLDFISH MYTH: The Truth About Their 3-Second Memory🐠🧠

Author: Fun Kids March 21, 2026 Duration: 32:16

It's time for another BIG and BRILLIANT adventure into the world of science on this week’s Science Quest!

In Science in the News, NASA is preparing to launch the Artemis 2 mission, sending astronauts around the Moon for the first time in 50 years. UK beekeepers report worrying losses this winter, and Elena Hoicka from the University of Bristol joins Dan to explore the surprising news that babies may begin learning to lie from a very young age!

It’s time for your questions too. Clem wants to know how weather forecasts work, and Cait Newport from Oxford University answers Apolline’s question about whether or not Goldfish really do have a three-second memory.

Dangerous Dan introduces the Oak Processionary Caterpillar, a creature you definitely do not want to get too close to.

And in Battle of the Sciences, Dr Christopher Terrell-Nield takes us deep into the fascinating world of cave biology and the life that thrives in total darkness.

Plus, Kareena and K-Mistry head to the British Museum to discover the chemistry behind prehistoric cave art.

What we learn about:

• Whether goldfish really have a three-second memory
• How weather forecasts are made
• NASA’s Artemis 2 mission to the Moon
• Why bees are disappearing in the UK
• Whether babies can learn to lie
• The oak processionary caterpillar
• How animals survive in caves
• The chemistry behind prehistoric cave art

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.
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