Introducing Sound Detectives from LeVar Burton

Introducing Sound Detectives from LeVar Burton

Author: Stitcher & Bill Nye November 1, 2023 Duration: 7:52
LeVar Burton presents SOUND DETECTIVES – a funny, engaging, and thought-provoking podcast that invites elementary school-aged kids to explore the magic and mystery of sound. Breaking News – Across the globe, sounds are mysteriously going missing! Waves aren’t crashing, crickets aren’t chirping, and the familiar jingle of the ice cream truck is a distant memory. Follow Detective Hunch (Vinny Thomas) and his new sidekick Audie the Ear (Jess McKenna) as they solve sound mysteries and track down the nefarious Sound Swindler … all with a little help from LeVar Burton himself! Equal parts fun and informative, SOUND DETECTIVES encourages listeners to engage with the sound mysteries that surround us, while unlocking the door to people and cultures around the globe. Join the team on this semi-improvised comedy caper and help return the mystery sounds before the world falls silent! Listen to SOUND DETECTIVES on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Curiosity drives Science Rules! with Bill Nye, a podcast built from listener voicemails. Each episode begins with a question from someone just trying to make sense of the world, whether it’s about their backyard or a distant galaxy. Bill Nye, alongside science writer Corey S. Powell, doesn’t just answer these questions off the cuff; they take them directly to top researchers and specialists who can provide real, evidence-based clarity. The conversation that unfolds is where this podcast finds its rhythm-it’s a deep yet accessible exploration that breaks down complex ideas without losing the wonder. You’ll hear discussions that pivot from the practicalities of daily life to the farthest reaches of theoretical science, all grounded in the methodical, question-everything spirit that defines true scientific inquiry. The tone is urgent and engaging, reflecting Bill’s genuine mission to foster a more scientifically literate society through direct dialogue. It’s that blend of everyday curiosity and expert insight that makes the show feel both personal and profoundly expansive. Tune in for a consistently surprising journey through the questions you have and the ones you haven’t even thought to ask yet, all handled with the show’s characteristic energy and depth.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Science Rules! with Bill Nye
Podcast Episodes
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Duration: 51:42
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Duration: 55:17
Neil Shubin reveals how he discovered Tiktaalik — a long-sought fossil link between swimming fish and walking land animals — and shares other remarkable tales about life's evolution.
The Science of Bond — James Bond [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:12
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Werner Herzog and the Vermin of the Sky [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:09
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Yuval Noah Harari Charts the Evolution of Homo Sapiens [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:48
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Science Stands Up to Politics [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:19
This year Science has published an unprecedented series of scathing articles by editor in chief Holden Thorp criticizing President Trump's handling of the dual crises of COVID-19 and climate change. It's finally time for…