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Curious kids never stop asking questions — and “when” is one of their favourites. These are the episodes that lean right into that curiosity, each one opening with a big “When”. Brilliant for inquisitive minds who want to understand how the world really works.
Today, we're heading to Lower Starry Skies, where the hottest day of summer takes a very unexpected turn!
Who played in the first World Cup? How many Countries have won the World Cup? What makes the World Cup so special & popular?
Right now, the 2026 FIFA men’s World Cup is happening across 16 cities in the United States, Canada and Mexico and it’s time to learn a little bit about soccer…or should we say football? That’s one conundrum we’ll be tackling: why is it called soccer in some c…
Settle in for the story of Argentina’s dramatic 2022 World Cup win, told as a relaxing football bedtime story. Follow Lionel Messi and Argentina from their opening defeat against Saudi Arabia through knockout drama, penalty tension, controversy, records and th…
Relive England’s historic 1966 World Cup final win at Wembley Stadium in a calm retelling of the nation’s most famous football night.
What was life like before Paved Roads? What are Paved Roads made of? What's a Pothole?
This week on BookQuest, things get a seriously high-tech twist with DadBot 2 by Jack Noel, where family life turns chaotic when dad becomes more machine than man.
Where are your shoes when you can't find them? A small story about a pair of trainers (sneakers) that go for a run on their own.
Ep. 138 - Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: How to respond to mean comments from friends or others | Friendship advice for kids
When does sky turn into space? Enjoy this brief episode as we prepare for....spinosaurus!
In today's episode, we explore what happens when you lose blood, how your body quickly stops the bleeding, and how it makes brand new blood parts again using a "factory" inside your bones called bone marrow.
Tonight, we’re bringing back a very special, festive tale from the Tots archives! That's right, it's the time where Snorf the sleepy dinosaur went on a magical snowy adventure. With soothing rhymes, soft sounds and repetitions, your tots will sleep soundly thr…
Ep. 128 - Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: 5 Things to Do When You Feel Like Crying But Don't Want To | Friendship advice for kids
Meet Allie, a third grader whose love for dance, modeling, and the arts shines as bright as her smile! Whether she's learning new dance moves with friends or helping others master theirs, Allie's enthusiasm and kindness make her a true Lil' Leader. She embrace…
Beauty can be found all around us - whether it’s a flower garden or a vibrant sunset. But loveliness is also found within. Take pride in what’s inside and out because we are all special!
In today's episode, we're learning all about how the telephone was invented. But we go back even further to learn about the telegraph, too. You might even learn a little morse code today!
Volcanoes have been erupting on Earth for BILLIONS of years, and they’re still creating new landscapes today! Volcanoes can seem mysterious and scary, but people all over the world have learned to live in close proximity to active volcanoes. Today we answer qu…
We travel back thousands of years to find out what the very first board game was... from ancient Egypt's Senet to Mesopotamia's Royal Game of Ur (the oldest game with surviving rules). We explain what "abstract" games are and how later "themed" games added sto…
What are Chicken Fingers made of? What's a Chicken Tender? What's the difference between Nuggets, Fingers or Tenders?
What were the earliest Space Ships like? How have Space Ships evolved? What will the Space Ships of the future be like?
In 1938, the raging rapids of the Colorado River were untamed and the plants that grew there were unknown. Two botanists, Alzada Clover and Lois Jotter, set out to document the plants and in doing so became the first known women to raft the Colorado River.
Colored eyeshadow, glossy lipstick, rosy blush – people use all sorts of makeup to change how they look. But when did we start using makeup? And how has it changed over time? We asked archaeologist and Brains On producer Anna Goldfield to help us find the answ…
In a new episode of The Big Fib we find out if our child contestant can spot which adult is lying about Clocks!
What's better than a PB + J sandwich? A PB + J Mindy and Guy Raz! And it may be the only way that Mindy and Guy Raz can get there faces separated after a superglue mishap! Join Guy and Mindy on their quest to get unstuck in this episode all about the who, when…
Tonight's soothing bedtime story will have your little one wandering the land of snow with Snorf the sleepy dinosaur. With soothing rhymes, soft sounds and repetitions, your tots will sleep soundly through the night.
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 …
GROWNUPS, you can find the WOW of the Wow in the World Break-Open Crystal Geodes at amazon.com/wonderykids!
Why are there 3 strikes? Why are games 9 innings? How come every Baseball Stadium isn't the same size?
Today we bring you the story of nachos who are intent on taking over the world, and the mom they claim as their queen, written by a 12 year old from Canada named Olivia.
Tattoos are a type of art that’s added permanently to a person’s skin using special inks and needles. It’s a way of decorating the body that has been around for a long time. But how long? When were the earliest tattoos? We asked sociologist David Lane to help…
Movies are everywhere. They’re on our tablets, phones, and projected onto giant screens. But it hasn’t always been that way! So… when were movies first made? We asked cinema and media historian Laura Isabel Serna about it – and she helped us find the answer!
We may not think much about sewing machines, but there are so many things we wouldn’t have without them! Think about how many things are sewn together in our everyday lives. Your shirts, pants, hats, pillows, backpack, even parts of your car seats! There’s no …
People have all different kinds of animals as pets: dogs, cats, hamsters, gerbils, pigs, you name it. The famous artist Salvador Dalí even had a pet lobster that he took for walks on a leash! But when did humans first start craving animal companionship? We ask…
Together, let's travel to a tropical rainforest in the heart of Borneo, where we'll meet a kind-hearted lumberjack and a couple of friendly orangutans and we'll learn about the peaceful forest that they call home. Relax, get sleepy, and let’s begin!
Have you ever stared in the bathroom mirror and flicked the light on and off and watched what happens to your pupils? They get bigger, then smaller, then bigger, then smaller, right? One of our listeners was wondering what happens to our pupils when we close o…
In tonight's bedtime story for kids, we go on an adventure with Frida and her paintersaurus, travelling through time and space to meet another Frida - Frida Kahlo, a famous artist who has plenty of inspiration to offer. Let's see what our little painter learns…
Have you ever looked through newspaper or magazine advertisements and seen coupons? They’re those little paper rectangles that let you pay less for certain foods, items, or services. But when was the first coupon printed? Who had the idea to advertise with swe…
Ep. 31 – Mila, Age 9: When someone tries to be annoying | Taking care of yourself versus trying to change others
What if the neighbor's dog could talk? What would he say? What about the robin high in the tree, or the cat on the path? In this playful song story, we imagine what the neighborhood animals might tell us!
Short & Curly listener Luca often gets stared at when he is in his wheelchair. His parents think the people who look too long are just being curious but Luca thinks it's just plain rude. So when does curiosity become rudeness? And how can we be curious about s…
Sirius is no ordinary starfish: He has the special power to grant wishes! Well, other creatures’ wishes, that is. Sea animals from all across the ocean cast their wishes upon little Sirius, and he’s always happy to help… but he’s never able to grant one for hi…
In this episode, Alma-Constance and Lucinda ask about when children can make decisions about medical treatment and why sometimes a court is involved. They talk to Imogen Goold, Professor of Medical Law at St Anne's College Oxford university and Gresham visitin…
Do you think of yourself as a patient person? On this episode we’ll talk about how you can use mindfulness, or other creative ways to pass the time when waiting feels hard. ⏳
Beauty can be found all around us - whether it’s a flower garden or a vibrant sunset. But loveliness is also found within. Take pride in what’s inside and out because we are all special!Subscribe to Our Newsletter & Receive a Free 10 Min Bedtime Meditation: h…
Taking on responsibility is an action that comes with growing up. Being liable for our actions, good or bad, shows that we are confident individuals. We can use feelings of shame to grow into trustworthy people. Remember, it is okay to make mistakes so long as…
Do you believe that people can come back from the dead? Today, Ben shares a campfire story about zonbis (different than zombies) and whether the dead can actually come back to life.
Howard Read and also Howard Read join Tiernan to answer a highly tricky, and perhaps philosophical question from Jasper: 'When Am Jellyfish?'
Scrub-a-dub-dub, it’s time for the tub! Or is it? You probably wash up with soap plenty of times throughout the week, but did you know that most people throughout history didn’t use soap for their bodies at all?
Andrew & Polly have a frank conversation for parents about getting kids ready for the COVID-19 vaccine as well as routine pediatric vaccinations. We share some interesting stuff that didn't make the episode for kids, why Polly doesn't like to use the word "sho…
Everyone feels afraid sometimes. Being afraid is certainly a normal, healthy part of growing up. With Halloween approaching, it's a great time to talk about fear - how it feels, and what to do with it. 👻
In this episode, Alma-Constance talks to MP Edward Timpson CBE about his experience and knowledge of the foster care system in the UK. Ed is the MP for Eddisbury and was a family law barrister in Cheshire before joining the Conservative Party and serving as th…
When Alma-Constance discussed the age of criminal responsibility starting at 10 years old in England and Wales with DPP director Max Hill QC (in our episode 2), Max talked about the police investigating when people commit crimes. Alma-Constance was curious to …
Tai spends a lot of time imagining how the apocalypse might go down. So, he turns to animals that have survived past apocalypses—like the one that killed the dinosaurs—to see what traits the true survivors have in common.
Here's a question from Short & Curly listener Harvey: "Is it OK to hang out with your friends if they're being mean to other people?" Difficult, right? Have you been in a tricky situation like this? What's the best thing to do and why?
Kids dob to parents and teachers for all kinds of reasons. It often feels bad when someone tells on you. And, if you're the one doing the dobbing (or snitching as our American friends say), the kid who gets in trouble might not like you for it. So should we te…
When Hitler Stole the Ballet Shoes by Mia Hyde. Read by Rhiannon Neads from the BBC Radio Drama Company. A Top 50 shortlisted story from BBC Radio 2's 500 WORDS 2015 competition, in the 10-13 Years Old category.
After a caterpillar goes into its chrysalis, you would expect a beautiful butterfly to emerge. But when this parasitoid attacks, the results are very different.
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