Wow in the World
Tinkercast
300 episodes
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.
More about the show
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!
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The Spooky Science of the Heebie-Jeebies: Can We Feel Sounds that We Can't Hear?
Have you ever walked into a room that just gave you the creeps? In this eerie episode of Wow in the World, Mindy and Guy Raz investigate the science behind why some places give us the heebie-jeebies! When Baby Dennis…
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WeWow on the Weekend: Nap Time, Baby Dennis, and Snoozing Your Way To Victory! (Encore)
What do nap time, Baby Dennis, and sports 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…
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WeWow on the Weekend: Reviewsies, "Bryce Likes," and Spit-Takes! (Encore)
What do listening to music, things Bryce likes, and saliva 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.…
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! People Who Wow Edition – Hank Green – Guess the True Facts about this Science Communicator, YouTuber, Author, and Comedian!
What does it take to become a science YouTuber, author, and comedian, and can you guess which stories are true? In this gameshow podcast for kids, Mindy Thomas sits down with Hank Green to share surprising facts and…
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Undead Arachnids! Meet the “Zombie" Spider Scaring Away its Predators!
Is this one of nature’s best Halloween costumes? In this spooky episode of Wow in the World, Mindy and Guy Raz embark on a creepy, crawly adventure to uncover the secrets of a newly discovered Amazonian spider species…
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WeWow on the Weekend: Chewing Gum, Reviewsies, and Everlasting Storms! (Encore)
What do chewing gum, Reviewsies, and everlasting storms 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…
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WeWow on the Weekend: Dodgeball, Crafternoons, and Exploding Ants! (Encore)
What do dodgeball, arts and crafts, and exploding ants 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…
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Squash The Competition (Encore)
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…
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Not All Fin and Games! What Happens to the Ecosystem When Pet Goldfish Go Wild?!
How does this little fish cause big problems for an ecosystem? In this ecology adventure about invasive species, freshwater ecosystems, animal behavior, and the surprising power of a pet goldfish, Mindy, Guy Raz,…
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WeWow on the Weekend: Charcuterie Boards and Capsaicin! (Encore)
What do charcuterie boards and hot chili peppers 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…
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WeWow on the Weekend: Reviewsies and Coral Reefs! (Encore)
What do Reviewsies and coral reefs 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…
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! - World Wide Web (Encore)
We’re spinning a web of WOW in this round of Two What’s?! And A Wow! Find the facts from the fiction about SPIDERS! ✨ Don’t miss the chance to laugh together even more: Grownups can visit tinkercast.com/join-twaaw to…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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WeWow on the Weekend: Popsicle Stick Sculptures, Ducks, and Bread! (Encore)
What do popsicle stick Eiffel Towers and ducks 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…
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WeWow on the Weekend: Dennis's Least Favorite Things... Mosquitoes and Stinky Socks! (Encore)
What do speaking in pigeon, eating gingerbread, and mosquitoes 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.…
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! People Who Wow Edition – Grayson – Guess the True Facts about this Kid who WOWs!
What does it take to be an eleven-year-old actor, model, and athlete, and can you guess which stories are true? In this gameshow podcast for kids, Mindy Thomas sits down with Grayson to share surprising facts and…
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Disgustival! Why Does Gross Stuff Make Our Skin Crawl? (Encore)
What happens when a museum turns the world's grossest sights into a scientific experiment? In this episode about disgust, evolution, and the body's built-in defense systems, Mindy and Guy Raz embark on a hilariously…
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WeWow on the Weekend: Baby Dennis and Caring Chimpanzees! (Encore)
What do perfumes, skydiving, and chimpanzees 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…
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WeWow on the Weekend: Confusing Questions and Tasty Looking Moons! (Encore)
What do fish, bagels, and tasty moons 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…
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Two Whats?! And A Wow! People Who Wow Edition – Jessica Oreck – Guess the True Facts about this Collector and Traveling Museum Curator!
What does it take to start a traveling museum, and can you guess which stories are true? In this gameshow podcast for kids, Mindy Thomas sits down with Jessica Oreck from the Office of Collecting & Design to share…
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Bird-glars Beware! How Scientists Used GPS to Catch Nest-Stealing Birds
What happens when tiny GPS trackers and sneaky songbirds collide in one neighborhood? In this episode about animal behavior and bird tracking technology, Mindy and Guy Raz take you on a hilarious mystery-filled avian…
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