MYTHICAL MINDS: The Science of Vampires🧛‍♂️🩸

MYTHICAL MINDS: The Science of Vampires🧛‍♂️🩸

Author: Fun Kids June 14, 2025 Duration: 32:31

It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly!

In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and this week we're learning all about the animal with the world's strongest bite!

Dan kicks things off with the latest in science news. First up is a fascinating discovery that cats can tell the difference between the smell of their owners and strangers. Then we find out why the ocean is getting darker and what that could mean for our planet. And finally, Dan is joined by John McFall, who lost his leg in a motorbike accident at 19, became a Paralympic sprinter and a surgeon, and is now training to be the world’s first astronaut with a physical disability.

Then, we answer your questions! Romy wants to know: What would happen if we didn't have any platelets in our blood and geneticist, Dr. Sara Goodacre from University of Nottingham, answers  Romi's question:  'Who were the 'real' first people to be alive on Earth?'

In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about an animal with the world's strongest bite!

In Battle of the Sciences, behavioural psychologist, Paul Davies, joins Dan in Battle of the Sciences exploring why people believe in the likes of vampires and unicorns...

What do we learn about?

·  What's happening to the world's oceans
·  The amazing journey of one remarkable man
·  Who the 'real' first people alive on Earth were
·  The fierce Kangal dog
·  And in Battle of the Sciences, why we believe in vampires!

All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

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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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Duration: 12:20
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MEET THE GROLAR BEAR: Half Grizzly, Half Polar! 🐻‍❄️🐻 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:43
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MIDWEEKLY: How Do Clouds Stay in the Sky? ☁️🌤️ [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:39
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EARTH 2.0: The Epic Hunt for a New Home 🌍✨ [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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MIDWEEKLY: Why Is The Moon Called... The Moon?🌕🌌 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:44
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SAND vs WATER: The Ultimate Earth Showdown! 💧🏖️ [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:57
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