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Wow in the World

New episodes: Daily
Typical length: 21 min
Latest: 7 Oct 2026
Language: English

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7 Oct 2026 · 5 minNew

Sneak Peek: World Organization of Wowzers Members-Only Meeting - October 2026

On the first Wednesday of every month, the President of the World Organization of Wowzers, Dennis, holds an official meeting exclusively for members of the World Organization of Wowzers! On this month’s agenda: Baby Dennis’s unicycle recital, welcoming the newest new members, and a new segment – Ask Dennis Anything! W.O.W. Members, visit tinkercast.com/wow to find this month’s birthday celebrations, top secret missions, and more!Want to hear more? Become a W.O.W. member today to unlock access ad-free and bonus content, like this episode and 200 more from the full Tinkercast library!…

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E1255 · 5 Oct 2026 · 21 minNew

Summerville Lights: A Scientific Ghost Story (Encore)

When Mindy, Guy Raz, and the crew head out for a peaceful camping trip in the South Carolina wilderness, they expect campfires, marshmallows, and maybe a few spooky stories. But when a mysterious glowing orb appears floating in the darkness, everyone starts wondering: Is it a... ghost?! In this episode about earthquake lights, geology, and the surprising science beneath our feet, the crew sets off on a nighttime adventure to uncover the truth behind one of nature’s most mysterious glowing phenomena!Listen and discover how rare “earthquake lights” may form when tiny movements in the Earth…
E1254 · 4 Oct 2026 · 24 min

WeWow on the Weekend: Trading Cards, Reviewsies, and Ice Ages! (Encore)

What do trading cards, Reviewsies, and the Ice Age have in common? This episode of WeWow, the bonkerballs variety show for kids and families from the creators of Wow in the World, has all of that and more. Dennis and Reggie are back with another weekend full of laughs, listener love, and a chilly encore episode that'll have the whole family talking all over again. Whether you're a longtime Wowzer or just tuning in, WeWow on the Weekend is the kind of family variety podcast that makes every car ride, breakfast table, and slow Sunday morning a little more wow-worthy.This week, Dennis and…
E1253 · 3 Oct 2026 · 18 min

WeWow on the Weekend: Sound Effects, Compliments, and Dinosaur Backbones! (Encore)

What do special effects, compliments, and dinosaur backbones have in common? This episode of WeWow, the bonkerballs variety show for kids and families from the creators of Wow in the World, has all of that and more. Dennis and Reggie are back with another weekend full of laughs, listener love, and a spine-tingling encore episode that'll have the whole family talking all over again. Whether you're a longtime Wowzer or just tuning in, WeWow on the Weekend is the kind of family variety podcast that makes every car ride, breakfast table, and slow Saturday morning a little more wow-worthy.This…
E1252 · 2 Oct 2026 · 12 min

Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Skeleton of Fun (Encore)

No bones about it, the next episode of Two Whats?! And a Wow will is a skeletal celebration! It’s fun with femurs as Guy & Mindy get down to the bare bones with some fascinating facts about the amazing materials that hold up our bodies!✨ Don’t miss the chance to laugh together even more:Grownups can visit tinkercast.com/join-twaaw to join the World Organization of Wowzers (WOW) and unlock exclusive activities, birthday cards, quarterly mailings, first dibs at events, and a welcome kit with an autographed photo of Mindy & Guy Raz! Plus, Grownups help support our podcast and our mission to…
E1251 · 28 Sep 2026 · 26 min

RoachBot to the Rescue! Meet the Six-Legged Cyborg Superhero Built for Search and Rescue

It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... a robot cockroach? In this cinematic story about cockroaches, cyborg technology, search-and-rescue science, and underwater exploration, Mindy, Guy Raz, and the crew take you on a wild adventure to discover how scientists are transforming an unlikely insect into a tiny, remote-controlled rescue robot! Listen and discover how researchers combined living creatures, robotics, engineering, and a teeny-tiny scuba suit to create a cyborg cockroach that can be steered through tight spaces, survive underwater, and potentially help humans reach places that…
E1250 · 27 Sep 2026 · 21 min

WeWow on the Weekend: Go Fish, Reviewsies, and Sea Pickles! (Encore)

What do card games, Reviewsies, and sea pickles have in common? This episode of WeWow, the bonkerballs variety show for kids and families from the creators of Wow in the World, has all of that and more. Dennis and Reggie are back with another weekend full of laughs, listener love, and a marine biology encore episode that'll have the whole family talking all over again. Whether you're a longtime Wowzer or just tuning in, WeWow on the Weekend is the kind of family variety podcast that makes every car ride, breakfast table, and slow Sunday morning a little more wow-worthy.This week, Dennis and…
E1249 · 26 Sep 2026 · 23 min

WeWow on the Weekend: New Nicknames, Toast and Space Junk! (Encore)

What do nicknames, toast, and space junk have in common? This episode of WeWow, the bonkerballs variety show for kids and families from the creators of Wow in the World, has all of that and more. Dennis and Reggie are back with another weekend full of laughs, listener love, and an outer-space biomimicry encore episode that'll have the whole family talking all over again. Whether you're a longtime Wowzer or just tuning in, WeWow on the Weekend is the kind of family variety podcast that makes every car ride, breakfast table, and slow Saturday morning a little more wow-worthy.This week, Dennis…
E1248 · 25 Sep 2026 · 23 min

Two Whats?! And A Wow! People Who Wow Edition – Pete Holmes – Guess the True Facts about this Comedian, Actor, Podcaster, and Author!

What does it take to become a kids’ book author, podcast host and professional comedian and can you guess which stories are true? In this gameshow podcast for kids, Mindy Thomas sits down with Pete Holmes to share surprising facts and sneaky fibs about his life. This interactive interview podcast for kids invites listeners to play along, think critically, and discover what it really means to be a stand-up comic!In this two truths and a lie podcast all about Pete Holmes and his career as a comedian, podcaster, and author, families will hear unbelievable stories about his life as an…
E1247 · 21 Sep 2026 · 24 min

Rock Around the Clock! How Archaeologists Solved a 2,000-Year-Old Board Game Mystery

What do you do when a mysterious ancient rock is discovered covered with criss-crossing scratches, and nobody knows what those scratches mean? Your move, archaeologists! In this episode about archaeology, ancient history, and artificial intelligence, Mindy and Guy take you on a wild adventure to solve a 2,000-year-old mystery! Listen and discover how researchers combined archaeology, 3-D scanning, artificial intelligence, and game design to figure out whether or not a strange piece of limestone was actually an ancient Roman board game! This adventure is packed with hilarious hijinks, big…
E1246 · 20 Sep 2026 · 20 min

WeWow on the Weekend: Gossip, Baby Dennis, and Happiness! (Encore)

What do gossip, Baby Dennis, and happiness have in common? This episode of WeWow, the bonkerballs variety show for kids and families from the creators of Wow in the World, has all of that and more. Dennis and Reggie are back with another weekend full of laughs, listener love, and a happiness encore episode that'll have the whole family talking all over again. Whether you're a longtime Wowzer or just tuning in, WeWow on the Weekend is the kind of family variety podcast that makes every car ride, breakfast table, and slow Sunday morning a little more wow-worthy.This week, Reggie shares some…
E1245 · 19 Sep 2026 · 21 min

WeWow on the Weekend: Nicknames, Q&A, and Chocolate! (Encore)

What do nicknames, questions, and chocolate have in common? This episode of WeWow, the bonkerballs variety show for kids and families from the creators of Wow in the World, has all of that and more. Dennis and Reggie are back with another weekend full of laughs, listener love, and a chocolate-y encore episode that'll have the whole family talking all over again. Whether you're a longtime Wowzer or just tuning in, WeWow on the Weekend is the kind of family variety podcast that makes every car ride, breakfast table, and slow Saturday morning a little more wow-worthy.This week, Dennis and…
E1244 · 18 Sep 2026 · 22 min

Two Whats?! And A Wow! People Who Wow Edition – Dr. Alok Patel – Guess the True Facts about this Doctor and National TV Journalist!

What does it take to become a medical doctor and on-camera health expert, and can you guess which stories are true? In this gameshow podcast for kids, Mindy Thomas sits down with Dr. Alok Patel to share surprising facts and sneaky fibs about his life. This interactive interview podcast for kids invites listeners to play along, think critically, and discover what it really means to be a doctor, producer, and national broadcast journalist like Dr. Alok Patel!In this two truths and a lie podcast all about Dr. Alok Patel and his career as a doctor and medical journalist, families will hear…
E1243 · 14 Sep 2026 · 26 min

Teach Like an Orangutan! What Makes These Great Apes Such Great Teachers? (Encore)

When Guy Raz needs help preparing to teach his "Faster-Class," Mindy decides the best "people" to teach him are… orangutans in the jungles of Sumatra? In this episode about orangutan intelligence, animal learning, and teaching, Mindy and Guy embark on a wild adventure to discover how orangutan moms teach their babies the skills they need to survive! Listen and discover how young orangutans spend years learning everything from how to find flowers and fruits to using tools! By connecting laughter to learning, this animal learning episode shows how some of the best lessons can come from the…
E1242 · 13 Sep 2026 · 19 min

WeWow on the Weekend: Special Guest Post Officer Jellybird and Brain Freezes! (Encore)

What do special guests and brain freezes have in common? This episode of WeWow, the bonkerballs variety show for kids and families from the creators of Wow in the World, has all of that and more. Dennis and Reggie are back with another weekend full of laughs, listener love, and a frosty encore episode that'll have the whole family talking all over again. Whether you're a longtime Wowzer or just tuning in, WeWow on the Weekend is the kind of family variety podcast that makes every car ride, breakfast table, and slow Sunday morning a little more wow-worthy.This week, Dennis and Reggie are…
E1241 · 12 Sep 2026 · 13 min

WeWow on the Weekend: Mail Deliveries and Kissing Fish! (Encore)

What do the mail and kissing fish have in common? This episode of WeWow, the bonkerballs variety show for kids and families from the creators of Wow in the World, has all of that and more. Dennis and Reggie are back with another weekend full of laughs, listener love, and a fishy encore episode that'll have the whole family talking all over again. Whether you're a longtime Wowzer or just tuning in, WeWow on the Weekend is the kind of family variety podcast that makes every car ride, breakfast table, and slow Saturday morning a little more wow-worthy.This week, Dennis and Reggie are visited by…
E1240 · 11 Sep 2026 · 22 min

Two Whats?! And A Wow! People Who Wow Edition – Melanie Hight – Guess the True Facts about this High-Flying Airplane Pilot!

What does it take to become an airline pilot, and can you guess which stories are true? In this gameshow podcast for kids, Mindy Thomas sits down with Melanie Hight to share surprising facts and sneaky fibs about her life! This interactive interview podcast for kids invites listeners to play along, think critically, and discover what it really means to be a professional pilot!In this two truths and a lie podcast all about Melanie Hight and her impressive career as a pilot, families will hear unbelievable stories about what it takes to be a pilot, and what it’s like to have a career flying…
E1239 · 7 Sep 2026 · 30 min

Constructing Creativity: How Science And Art Aren’t So Far Apart (Encore)

Mindy’s gingerbread mansion is finally ready for its grand unveiling—but there’s just one tiny problem: it might be a complete and total disaster! In this episode about creativity, problem-solving, engineering, and the arts, Mindy and Guy Raz explore what happens when a palace made out of cake and candy has doors that open into walls, staircases that lead nowhere, and a bowling alley that crashes into the kitchen... As the Wow in the World crew tries to rescue Mindy’s disastrous design, they discover a surprising scientific question: are creativity in science and creativity in art really all…
E1238 · 6 Sep 2026 · 16 min

WeWow on the Weekend: Rhymes, Reviewsies, and Chilling Out(Side)! (Encore)

What do rhymes, Reviewsies, and nature sounds have in common? This episode of WeWow, the bonkerballs variety show for kids and families from the creators of Wow in the World, has all of that and more. Dennis and Reggie are back with another weekend full of laughs, listener love, and a nature sounds encore episode that'll have the whole family talking all over again. Whether you're a longtime Wowzer or just tuning in, WeWow on the Weekend is the kind of family variety podcast that makes every car ride, breakfast table, and slow Sunday morning a little more wow-worthy.This week, Dennis tries…
E1237 · 5 Sep 2026 · 22 min

WeWow on the Weekend: New Hair-Dos and Hot Buttered Popcorn Pee! (Encore)

What do blue hair, printers, and buttered popcorn have in common? This episode of WeWow, the bonkerballs variety show for kids and families from the creators of Wow in the World, has all of that and more. Dennis and Reggie are back with another weekend full of laughs, listener love, and an encore episode about the binturong that'll have the whole family talking all over again. Whether you're a longtime Wowzer or just tuning in, WeWow on the Weekend is the kind of family variety podcast that makes every car ride, breakfast table, and slow Saturday morning a little more wow-worthy.This week,…
E1236 · 4 Sep 2026 · 16 min

Two Whats?! And A Wow! – Word is the Word (Encore)

Why are Mindy and Guy Raz sorting their fan mail, and what does it have to do with language? We've got the WHATs and the WOWs about words, and it's up to you to guess the winning WOW! Originally aired 9/9/22. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
E1235 · 31 Aug 2026 · 30 min

Become the Music: The Science Behind Brains and the Beat (Encore)

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.Wow in the World is…
E1234 · 30 Aug 2026 · 20 min

WeWow on the Weekend: Q&A, and a Case For the Giggles! (Encore)

What do questions and answers, piano songs, and giggles have in common? This episode of WeWow, the bonkerballs variety show for kids and families from the creators of Wow in the World, has all of that and more. Dennis and Reggie are back with another weekend full of laughs, listener love, and a laughter encore episode that'll have the whole family talking all over again. Whether you're a longtime Wowzer or just tuning in, WeWow on the Weekend is the kind of family variety podcast that makes every car ride, breakfast table, and slow Sunday morning a little more wow-worthy.This week, Dennis…
E1233 · 29 Aug 2026 · 12 min

WeWow on the Weekend: A Bananas Crafternoon! (Encore)

What do ice cream, finger paint, and bananas have in common? This episode of WeWow, the bonkerballs variety show for kids and families from the creators of Wow in the World, has all of that and more. Dennis and Reggie are back with another weekend full of laughs and listener love. Whether you're a longtime Wowzer or just tuning in, WeWow on the Weekend is the kind of family variety podcast that makes every car ride, breakfast table, and slow Saturday morning a little more wow-worthy.This week, Dennis and Reggie read some reviews and discuss favorite ice cream flavors, and finger paint for a…
E1232 · 28 Aug 2026 · 14 min

Two Whats?! And A Wow! – Wow Around the World (Encore)

On the next episode of Two Whats?! And a Wow, we really build the suspense. Literally! We’re celebrating famous landmarks from around the world. Mindy & Guy will help you separate the facts from the foolishness about some of the most famous man-made structures on Earth!Originally aired 6/28/24. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
E1231 · 24 Aug 2026 · 27 min

From Trash Can to Man’s Best Friend?: The Wild Science of Raccoon Domestication

Oh, baby! Mindy’s got a new bundle of joy—and this one has a serious thing for eating trash! In this episode about animal science, evolution, and domestication, Mindy and Guy Raz go on a hilarious adventure to explore whether city raccoons could be slowly changing into animals that are more comfortable living alongside humans! Listen and discover how scientists are using thousands of wildlife photos to investigate a surprising clue: city raccoons may have slightly shorter snouts than their country cousins. From trash-can chaos to the science of domestication, this adventure is full of funny…
E1230 · 23 Aug 2026 · 18 min

WeWow on the Weekend: Karaoke, Riddles, and Flying Taxis! (Encore)

What do karaoke, riddles, and flying taxis have in common? This episode of WeWow, the bonkerballs variety show for kids and families from the creators of Wow in the World, has all of that and more. Dennis and Reggie are back with another weekend full of laughs, listener love, and a futuristic encore episode that'll have the whole family talking all over again. Whether you're a longtime Wowzer or just tuning in, WeWow on the Weekend is the kind of family variety podcast that makes every car ride, breakfast table, and slow Sunday morning a little more wow-worthy.This week, Dennis and Reggie…
E1229 · 22 Aug 2026 · 22 min

WeWow on the Weekend: Baby Dennis, Reviewsies, and Flamingoes! (Encore)

What do Baby Dennis, Reviewsies, and flamingoes have in common? This episode of WeWow, the bonkerballs variety show for kids and families from the creators of Wow in the World, has all of that and more. Dennis and Reggie are back with another weekend full of laughs, listener love, and a flamingo science encore episode that'll have the whole family talking all over again. Whether you're a longtime Wowzer or just tuning in, WeWow on the Weekend is the kind of family variety podcast that makes every car ride, breakfast table, and slow Saturday morning a little more wow-worthy.This week, Dennis…
E1228 · 21 Aug 2026 · 22 min

Two Whats?! And A Wow! People Who Wow Edition – Property Brother Jonathan Scott – Guess the True Facts about this TV Host, Home Builder, and Interior Designer!

What does it take to become a Property Brother, philanthropist, entrepreneur, author and TV host, and can you guess which stories are true? In this gameshow podcast for kids, Mindy Thomas sits down with TV host Jonathan Scott to share surprising facts and sneaky fibs about his life! This interactive interview podcast for kids invites listeners to play along, think critically, and discover what it really means to be a Property Brother!In this two truths and a lie podcast all about Jonathan Scott of the Property Brothers, families will hear unbelievable stories about growing up with his twin…
E1227 · 17 Aug 2026 · 20 min

Practice Makes Permanent: How Repetition Rewires Your Brain! (Encore)

What happens when Mindy tries to master the world’s loudest, most complicated musical instrument? In this episode about practice, memory, and the amazing ability of the brain to learn, Mindy and Guy Raz embark on a hilariously noisy adventure involving a baseball stadium organ, a very frustrated music teacher, and enough noise to shatter windows! Along the way, you’ll discover what happens inside the brain when we practice something again and again, how neurons can become more organized with repetition, and why getting better at something takes more than simply wishing you were good at it.…

About Wow in the World

Wow in the World is the #1 science podcast for kids and families, sharing the most amazing stories in science, technology, and new discoveries happening in the world around us. Each week, join hosts Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz as they take curious kids and their grown-ups on a cartoon for the ear journey filled with laughter, adventure, and wow-worthy stories. From the tiniest microbes to the farthest reaches of space, every episode of Wow in the World inspires wonder, fuels imagination, and makes science fun for the whole family. Weekly episodes of Wow in the World come out every Monday for free! Plus, each week listeners get even more opportunities to say WOW with two other shows: Two Whats?! And A WOW!, a fun-for-the-whole-family game show, and WeWow, a bonkerballs variety show hosted by Dennis featuring YOUR comments, reviews, and messages! 🎉 Grownups, want to keep the Wow going and support our mission to connect laughter to learning, curiosity to innovation, and kids to the WOWs in their world? Join the World Organization of Wowzers (W.O.W.) at tinkercast.com/joinwitw. Your Wowzers will receive quarterly mailings, birthday cards, a welcome kit with a t-shirt, autographed photo of Mindy & Guy Raz, access to 1,000+ digital activities and exclusive access to members-only events! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Publisher: Tinkercast
Language: English
Category: Kids & Family
New episodes: Daily
Typical length: 21 min
Latest episode: 7 Oct 2026
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