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Wow in the World
Join hosts Guy Raz and Mindy Thomas on a journey away from your screens, inside your brain, out into space, and deep into the coolest new stories in science, technology, and innovation.
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Episode One: A Hermit Crab Housing Crisis And The Great Human Vs. Rabbit Race
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Created by: Tinkercast
Started: June 5th, 2017
Status: Active, 1076 episodes
Kind: Episodic
Language: English
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Episodes
Dino Dinner
00:28:16 | Episode: 1079 | December 8th, 2025
Mindy is hosting a positively WOW-tacular dino-themed dinner party … and you’re invited. But there’s one problem … someone ate the main course! Join Mindy, Guy and the rest of the gang as they try to solve the mystery of who gobbled up the dino descendant. It’s the who, when, where, why, how and WOW of paleontology! Originally aired 12/2/24.
Two Whats?! And A Wow! – In It to Penguin It
00:14:10 | Episode: 1076 | December 5th, 2025
Time to get your “waddle” on! Our next episode of Two Whats?! And a Wow is all about everyone’s favorite flightless feathered friend… The penguin! Guy & Mindy will sort out the emperors from the chinstraps and give you real facts about these fantastic birds. Visit https://bit.ly/3zfwJMc for more details. Originally aired 9/6/24.
Become the Music: The Science Behind Brains and the Beat (250th Musical Episode)
00:29:58 | Episode: 1075 | December 1st, 2025
In this special musical 250th episode of Wow in the World, Mindy leads Guy Raz and the gang in an exploration of the bonkerballs science of why music moves us – literally! Inspired by new neuroscience brain research from McGill University, this special episode features three brand-new original songs, as the gang discovers how our brains and bodies don’t just hear music- they sync up and become part of the beat! from dancing neurons to emotional melodies, it’s the Who, What, When, Where, How, and WOW in the world of how music makes us sing, dance, and feel all the feels.
WeWow on the Weekend
00:31:12 | Episode: 1073 | November 29th, 2025
Dennis and Reggie hang out and read reviewsies from their devoted listeners. Plus an encore episode, “Oh My Bleach! Save Our Reef!” If you have a question for Dennis, leave him a voicemail at 1-888-7WOW-WOW. Your question might just end up on WeWow on the Weekend! For more WeWow visit https://bit.ly/3nkbEuo. Originally aired 2/10/24.
Two Whats?! And A Wow! – Squash The Competition
00:13:45 | Episode: 1072 | November 28th, 2025
This week, Two Whats?! And a Wow, brings you a seasonal favorite fruit: We’re all about pumpkins! Mindy & Guy will carve through things to separate the fall facts from the gourd goofiness. Visit https://bit.ly/3zfwJMc for more details. Originally aired 8/2/24.
Cloudy With a Chance of Laughter with Elmo from Sesame Street
00:21:52 | Episode: 1071 | November 24th, 2025
Can laughter really turn a bad day around—and boost your brainpower? When Guy’s feeling grumpy, Mindy takes him for a walk in the park to cheer him up. But what they find there is no ordinary stroll: a crowd of gigglers… and a very special stand-up act led by none other than Sesame Street’s Elmo! As the jokes fly and the laughs roll, Mindy reveals the latest science behind why laughter is seriously and scientifically good for you—from your brain to your belly! Will Elmo’s comedy magic turn Guy’s frown upside down? It’s the WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, HOW, and WOW in the World of scientific benefits of LAUGHTER!
WeWow on the Weekend (11/23/25)
00:32:04 | Episode: 1070 | November 23rd, 2025
Dennis and Reggie sip smoothies and answer questions, and Baby Dennis shows off some ballet dance moves! Plus, an encore of “Pull A Face! The Science Of Four-Legged Facial Mimicry!”
WeWow on the Weekend (11/22/25)
00:25:52 | Episode: 1069 | November 22nd, 2025
Dennis and Reggie read Reviewsies and check in on Baby Dennis– who, as it turns out, is thriving! Plus, an encore of “The Karate Kickin’ Cockroach!”
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On Episode: WeWow Earth Week Day 2: Compost It!
I just really like the characters and content in this show. So well put together and always something good to laugh and learn along with.
(4/5)
by tch
Created by: Tinkercast
Started:
June 5th, 2017
Status: Active, 1076 episodes
Kind: Episodic
Language: English
This is such a hillarious yet insightful episode of Wow In The World! Love the idea of dance as a form of self defence!