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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 continue our bigger and better podcast where we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn about the atomic clock and how it's revolutionising timekeeping! 

Dan starts with the latest science news, where we learn about Amazon boss Jeff Bezos' entry into space, how Norway became the first country to go all electric on the roads, and Dr. Vittorio Aita from King's College London joins Dan to explain about a new revelation in timekeeping. 

We then answer your questions, Etta wants to know all about white holes and Dr. Susan Cartwright from Sheffield University answers Linden's question: if you point a laser at the sky, will it reach space?

Dangerous Dan continues, and we’re diving into one of the ocean’s most mysterious creatures—the Black Swallower!

In Battle of the Sciences, Dr. Steve Taylor breaks down the science of time and why it sometimes flies by and other times drags on.

What do we learn about?

·     How Jeff Bezos is taking on Elon Musk in the space race

·     The first nation to go all electric on the roads 

·     The atomic clock and how it's revolutionising timekeeping

·     Can lasers really reach space?

·     And in Battle of the Sciences, the science of time! 

All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

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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 continue our bigger and better podcast where we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn about the future of AI!

Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with an update on astronaut Suni Williams, who has been stuck on the ISS since June. We then explore how hitchhiking pests are wreaking havoc on ecosystems worldwide. Finally, Professor Peter Heather joins Dan to discuss a ground-breaking method for testing ancient DNA that could reshape our understanding of British history.

We then answer your questions, Arthur wants to know all about cryogenic freezing and Professor Adam Taylor from Lancaster University answer's Harvey's question: Why do we get pins and needles? 

Dangerous Dan continues, where we learn about one of the ocean's deadliest creatures... the Megamouth Shark. 

In Battle of the Sciences, Dr. John Woodward explains the future of AI and why Computer Science is the best kind of science.

What do we learn about?

·     Update on Suni Williams who has been stuck on the ISS since June

·     Hitchhiking pests wreaking havoc across the globe 

·     Why we get pins and needles?

·     One of the ocean's deadliest creatures 

·     And in Battle of the Sciences, the future of AI!

All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

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Welcome to our brand new Science Midweekly series!

This week, we meet the Aquanauts as we explore the incredible role water plays in sustaining life on Earth. Dan will also be answering your questions as Ethan wants to know the secrets behind atoms and Anna wonders why our voice cracks...

Join us for a brand-new episode of our exciting series all about water!

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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 continue our bigger and better podcast where we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn about the power of accents!

Dan kicks off with the latest in science news, beginning with a ground-breaking discovery on a distant asteroid millions of miles away. Next, we explore the impact of Donald Trump's presidency on climate change. Finally, Andrew Sweetman joins Dan to reveal what scientists are uncovering in the deepest parts of the ocean.

We then answer your questions, Edith wants to know why we get itchy spots and Dr. Jacob Gardner from Reading University answer's Romi's question: Why do men have nipples?

Dangerous Dan continues, where we learn about the Armstrong Limit!

In Battle of the Sciences, Professor Mercedes Durham explains the power of accents and why sociolinguistics is the best kind of science. 

What do we learn about?

·     An amazing discovery on an asteroid millions of miles away 

·     What scientists are discovering in the deepest parts of the ocean

·     Why do men have nipples?

·     The dangers of the Armstrong Limit

·     And in Battle of the Sciences, the power of accents!

All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

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Welcome to our new Science Midweekly series!

This week, Dan answers your questions as we explore why different types of stones exist, uncover the stories behind ear defenders, and solve a mystery about breathing!

We also catch up with the Aquanauts who are discovering where water comes from as we continue our brand-new exciting series all about water!

Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science.

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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 continue our bigger and better podcast where we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn about the power of the brain!

Dan kicks off with the latest in science news, beginning with an ancient Roman scroll which has been digitally unwrapped by scientists. Next, we explore an asteroid which could potentially collide with Earth in the not so distant future. Finally,  Andrew Shepherd joins Dan to track the collision path of the world's largest iceberg. 

We then answer your questions, Elodie wants to know why we laugh and Dr. Colin Bull from Stirling University answer's Ashton's question: How do fish breathe underwater?

Dangerous Dan continues, where we learn all about the endangered Blue-Spotted Tree Monitor. 

In Battle of the Sciences, Dr. Christelle Langley explains the power of the brain and why cognitive neuroscience is the best kind of science. 

What do we learn about?

·     An asteroid hurtling towards Earth 

·    Tracking the collision path of the world's largest iceberg. 

·     How do fish breathe underwater?

·     The dangers of the Blue-Spotted Tree Monitor

·     And in Battle of the Sciences, the power of brain!

All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

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Welcome to our new Science Midweekly series!

This week, Dan dives into your questions! Discover how Jupiter might help protect Earth, uncover the secrets of how mobile phones work, and explore the science behind why some songs get stuck in your head!

We also catch up with the Aquanauts who are discovering other sources of water as we continue our brand-new exciting series all about water!

Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science.

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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 continue our bigger and better podcast where we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn about a dinosaur which used to rule the skies!

Dan kicks off with the latest in science news, beginning with a fascinating update on the Earth's core—could its shape be shifting? Next, we dive deep into the ocean to meet a newly discovered fish, named after a beloved film character. And to wrap up, Richard Fox from Butterfly Conservation joins Dan to explore the urgent challenges facing butterflies across the UK and what can be done to help.

We then answer your questions, Lulu wants to know why planets have a gravitational pull and our favourite meteorologist, Kirsty McCabe joins Dan to answer Deanna's question: Where did the first water droplet come from?  

Dangerous Dan continues, where we learn all about the poisonous Oleander plant.

In Battle of the Sciences, Dr. Natalia Jagielska explains the power of the palaeontology... the study of ancient dinosaur fossils! 

What do we learn about?

·     What's happened to the shape of the Earth's core

·    The urgent crisis facing butterflies in the UK

·     How the first water droplet was formed 

·     The dangers of the Oleander plant

·     And in Battle of the Sciences, the power of palaeontology 

All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

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Welcome to our new Science Midweekly series!

This week, Dan answers your questions! Uncover the secrets of atoms, learn how the first tree came to be, and explore the fascinating colours animals can see!

We also catch up with the Aquanauts who, this week, are looking at where water goes once we are finished with it. 

Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science.

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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 continue our bigger and better podcast where we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn about the aurora borealis! 

Dan kicks off with the latest in science news, beginning with the discovery of what has been described as the 'one of the most important pieces of Roman history unearthed in the UK’. Then, we dive into a fascinating conservation effort at a Bristol zoo that’s helping to bring an extinct fish back to the wild. Finally, Walter Meier, a research scientist at the NSIDC, explains the alarming implications of global sea ice reaching a record low.

We then answer your questions, Alfie wants to know why your fingers go wrinkly in the bath and Amber Croft from Drusillas Zoo joins Dan to answer Finn's question: Why are sloths so slow?

Dangerous Dan continues, where we learn all about the ghost slug!

Then, it’s time for Battle of the Sciences, where Dr. Ian Whittaker makes the case for physics as the ultimate science and reveals the stunning secrets behind the aurora borealis!

What do we learn about?

·     An ancient Roman Basilica discovered in London  

·    The alarming news that the world's sea ice has reached a record low

·     Why sloths are so slow

·     The dangerous ghost slug 

·     And in Battle of the Sciences, the secrets of the aurora borealis!

All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

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