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Moment of Um
Moment of Um answers those questions that pop up out of nowhere. You know, the ones that make you squint a little and go ummmmmmm.
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Episode One: Why do gorillas beat their chests (and why is science so great)?
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Created by: American Public Media
Started: September 13th, 2024
Status: Active, 61 episodes
Kind: Episodic
Language: English
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Episodes
How do vocal cords work?
00:04:41 | December 11th, 2024
Vocal cords are magical things. They let us speak, sing, squawk and scream. But what are vocal cords and how do they do all that? We asked pediatrician Emma Gerstenzang to help us find the answer.
How are bricks made?
00:05:01 | December 9th, 2024
Bricks are all around us: in walls, sidewalks, park benches, and more. How are these bodacious blocks made, and what makes them different colors? We asked construction and masonry expert Brian Trimble to help us find the answer.
When did people start using utensils?
00:06:28 | December 6th, 2024
People around the world eat with a variety of utensils like forks, chopsticks, and sporks. But what did people do before silverware was invented? We asked human evolution expert Briana Pobiner from the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History to help us find the answer.
Why does salt make you thirsty?
00:05:27 | December 4th, 2024
Have you ever noticed that when you eat something salty, you feel extra thirsty for a while afterwards? Ever wondered why? Turns out, scientists are wondering why as well, and it’s a perfect example of how science is always changing how we understand the world. Gastroenterologist Dr. Kaveh Hoda tells us the salty story.
How do people get warts?
00:05:08 | December 2nd, 2024
Warts are small bumps that can show up on our skin, especially on our hands, knees, or elbows. What are they? Where do they come from? We asked Dr. Kaveh Hoda to help us find the answer.
How does a platypus make its venom?
00:05:54 | November 29th, 2024
Platypuses seem like they were put together from other animal’s spare parts. They’ve got a bill like a duck, a flat tail like a beaver, and…venom? What’s up with that? We asked biologist Imogene Cancellare to help us find the answer.
How did the peregrine falcon get its name?
00:04:36 | November 28th, 2024
Peregrine falcons are the fastest animals on earth. They’re the super sonic jets of the animal kingdom! So what does the word “peregrine” mean and how did these amazing birds get their name? We chatted with conservation biologist Imogene Cancellare to help us find the answer.
Why don’t mountain lions have manes?
00:04:56 | November 27th, 2024
When you picture a lion, what do you see? If you thought of a big fluffy mane, you’re not alone! But how come mountain lions don’t have manes? We asked conservation biologist Imogene Cancellare to help us find the answer.
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Created by: American Public Media
Started:
September 13th, 2024
Status: Active, 61 episodes
Kind: Episodic
Language: English
