What in the world does Guy Raz's new micro house have in common with a tree hollow for vampire bats? And how in the world can humans learn about sharing from these blood slurping, flying mammals? And why in the world are they barfing into each other's mouths?! Join Mindy, Guy Raz, and the rest of their "colony" as they uncover these answers and more ... Show More
Apr 2022
WeWow Earth Week Day 5: Happy Earth Day, Earthlings!
Happy Earth Day! Today, we're mapping out our instruction manuals for how to take care of the Earth! What's on yours?! Grownups, send us photos and videos at tinkercast.com/share! Want to listen to more episodes of Flip and Mozi's Guide to How to be an Earthling? Listen now where ... Show More
32m 53s
Oct 2024
The real vampires of the animal world
<p>According to legend, vampires are creatures with pale skin and sharp teeth who drink blood. These creepy ghouls are not real, but in this episode, we'll meet some vampire animals that do exist!</p><br><p>Join Molly and co-host Quinn as they learn about all kinds of bloodsucker ... Show More
26m 30s
Feb 2025
Do you know about carnivores? 🐺🐆
In this episode, we’ll explore the world of carnivores—meat-eaters big and small, from lions and sharks to ladybugs and even plants! We’ll learn how they fit into the food chain, the different types of carnivores, and the special skills that make them expert hunters. From sharp t ... Show More
24m 53s
Oct 2025
SECRET VOICES OF THE WILD: AI Unlocks Animal Language🦁🐘
Get ready for another adventure through space, nature, and the strangest corners of science on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! This week, we’re answering YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to decide which science is the best, and uncovering why plastic is such a ... Show More
28m 45s
Mar 2025
Why don’t vampires cast reflections? | Eric Nuzum
Exploring the history and evolution of vampire lore, author Eric Nuzum traces the origins of these spooky stories, from misunderstandings of death to the sparkly pop culture icons we know today. Beyond the fangs and garlic, he digs into the deeper, everyday fears that vampires re ... Show More
12m 22s
Mar 2025
Why We Yawn, Time Travel, and Other Big Questions? 🤔⏳🥱
In this episode, we’ll discover why yawning isn’t just about being tired—it helps cool your brain and can even be contagious! We’ll explore the nature of time and why building a time machine isn’t as simple as it sounds. We’ll also uncover why eating salty foods makes us thirsty ... Show More
25m 20s
Oct 2025
140. The Vampire: Peter Kurten, the Blood Sucking German Serial Killer // MONSTERS SERIES
Heart Starts Pounding is a Signal Awards Finalist! Go to https://vote.signalaward.com/ by October 9th to cast your vote for the Listener's Choice Award. In 1929, bodies were turning up all over Dusseldorf, Germany with one horrifying thing in common. It looked like someone ha ... Show More
43m 52s