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Author: Fun Kids July 5, 2025 Duration: 27:41

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 why the rainbow only has seven colours!

First, we reveal a surprising fact about the world’s oldest boomerang — it doesn’t come back!
Next, we meet a brand-new dinosaur that’s just been discovered. And finally, John Pinnegar from CEFAS joins us to explain how warmer weather is drawing endangered sharks to UK waters.

Then, we answer your questions! Etta wants to know: Why we need food and Richard Bowman answers Marcus' question- Why does the rainbow only have seven colours?

In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Pacman Frog

 In Battle of the Sciences, science writer Mindy Weisberger joins Dan to discuss some of the biggest stories she's worked on in the world of science.

What do we learn about?

· A newly discovered dinosaur
· How the warm weather is impacting UK seas
· Why the rainbow has only seven colours
· The Pacman Frog
· And in Battle of the Sciences... zombie bugs!

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: 27:54
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