Ever wondered how rockets blast off into space? In this episode of Fizz Pop Wow!, we explore the science behind rocket launches, from the power of thrust and fuel to Newton’s Third Law of Motion. Learn how burning fuel pushes a rocket upwards, how stages drop off to make it lighter, and why rockets need so much power to escape Earth’s gravity.
Try a fun balloon rocket experiment at home to see Newton’s Third Law in action! Tune in to discover how rockets soar into space and what makes space travel possible!
Fires need three things to keep burning—heat, fuel, and oxygen. In this episode of Fizz Pop Wow!, we explore how fire extinguishers work by removing one part of this Fire Triangle to put out flames. Learn about different types of extinguishers, from water cooling down heat to carbon dioxide pushing away oxygen.
We also share fun at-home experiments, like using a jar to remove oxygen from a candle or sprinkling baking soda to stop a small flame. Tune in to discover the science behind fire safety and how we control fires with chemistry!
Have you ever wondered why it’s warm in the summer and cold in the winter? In this episode of Fizz Pop Wow!, we explore the science behind the changing seasons. Learn how the tilt of the Earth’s axis and its movement around the Sun create spring, summer, fall, and winter. Discover why different parts of the world experience different seasons at the same time and why days are longer in summer and shorter in winter.
Tune in to uncover the reason behind the seasons and how Earth’s movement affects the weather around us!
Shadows are all around us, but have you ever wondered why they form? In this episode of Fizz Pop Wow!, we explore the science behind shadows and how they appear when an object blocks light. Learn how light travels in straight lines, why shadows change size throughout the day, and what happens when you move a flashlight closer or farther from an object.
We also dive into fun hands-on activities to track your shadow in the sun and create shadow puppets with a flashlight. Try these experiments to see how light and shadows work together in everyday life. Tune in and discover the fascinating world of shadows!
Ever wondered why we need light to see? In this episode of Fizz Pop Wow!, we explore how our eyes and brain work together to process vision. Learn how light enters the eye, how our pupils adjust, and how special cells in our retina turn light into signals for the brain. Without light, our eyes cannot send the necessary information, making vision impossible in complete darkness.
We also discover why some animals, like owls and cats, have better night vision and how our eyes adjust in dim conditions. Try fun at-home experiments to see how your pupils react to light and understand how much we rely on it for sight. Tune in to explore the science behind vision and why light is essential for seeing.
Spiders are nature’s master builders! But how do they create those perfect, sticky webs?
In this episode, we unravel the science behind spider silk, how they spin webs, and why their silk is one of the strongest materials on Earth. Get ready for a fascinating, web-tastic adventure!
Have you ever noticed your pupils getting bigger in the dark and smaller in bright light? It’s not just a cool trick—your eyes are working hard to help you see!
In this episode, we explore how and why our pupils change size, from adjusting to light to reacting to emotions. Tune in for a fun, quick science fact!
Have you ever noticed how your fingers turn all wrinkly after a long bath? It’s not just because they soak up water—there’s real science behind it!
In this episode, we dive into the surprising reason why our skin wrinkles in water and how it helps us grip things better. Tune in for a fun, quick science fact!
Have you ever watched fireflies light up the night and wondered how they glow? In this episode of Fizz Pop Wow, we explore the magical world of bioluminescence! Discover why fireflies flash, how they create their glow, and what makes this natural light so special. Get ready for a bright and fascinating adventure!
In this special episode, on President's Day - we explore how U.S. presidents have championed science and innovation, shaping America's future. From Thomas Jefferson's in-White House fossil collection to John F. Kennedy's ambitious lunar aspirations, discover how presidential leadership has propelled the nation's scientific endeavors.
A bright flash in the sky… then BOOM! What’s happening?
In less than 5 minutes, Michelle explains how electric charges in clouds create lightning and why thunder is just superheated air exploding!
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Tune in now for a shockingly cool science lesson!
A tiny rock sinks, but a huge boat floats—why? 🤔 It’s all aboutbuoyancy, density, and shape!
In less than 5 minutes, Michelle explains the science of floating and sinking—and why even heavy ships stay on top of the water while small stones drop straight down!
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Tune in now and set sail on a science adventure!
Batteries are tiny but mighty power sources! But how do they make toys move, flashlights shine, and remotes work?
In less than 5 minutes, Michelle breaks down the science of batteries—from electrons on the move to how a simple chemical reaction creates electricity!
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Tune in now for a shockingly fun science lesson!
Have you ever pulled off a sweater and felt tiny sparks? Or rub a balloon on your head and—ZAP!—Does your hair stand straight up like a porcupine? What’s going on? Is it magic?
Nope—it’s science!
In this electrifying episode, Michelle uncovers the shocking truth about static electricity and explains how tiny invisible electrons move around to create that hair-raising effect!
Listen now and get ready for a hair-raising science adventure!
Soap isn’t just for making bubbles—it’s a superhero against dirt and germs! But how does it actually work? Why can’t we just rinse our hands with water and be done? In this episode, Michelle breaks down the science of soap, explaining how it grabs onto grease and germs and helps wash them away.
💡It’s not magic—it’s science!
🎧Listen now and get ready for some bubbly science fun!
Get ready for a fun science adventure in less than 5 minutes! Have you ever looked up at the night sky and noticed that stars seem to twinkle? Are they blinking, or is something else going on? Michelle uncovers the science of starlight, Earth’s atmosphere, and bending light to explain why stars seem to dance in the sky! Plus, try a cool water experiment to see how light bends!
Tune in now and visit www.tinkerplayground.com for more science fun! Have a question you want us to answer? Ask a grown-up to email us athello@tinkerplayground.com!
Get ready for a fun science adventure in less than 5 minutes! Have you ever seen astronauts floating in space and wondered—are they in zero gravity? Michelle uncovers the science of orbit, free fall, and gravity to explain why astronauts appear weightless! Plus, try a cool spinning experiment to understand how objects stay in motion!
Tune in now and visitwww.tinkerplayground.com for more science fun! Have a question you want us to answer? Ask a grown-up to email us athello@tinkerplayground.com!
Get ready for a fun science adventure in less than 5 minutes! Have you ever seen a rainbow after the rain and wondered where it comes from? Michelle explores the science of light, raindrops, and refraction to uncover how rainbows appear in the sky! Plus, try a cool water experiment to make your own rainbow at home!
Tune in now and visitwww.tinkerplayground.com for more science fun!
Have a question you want us to answer? Ask a grown-up to email us athello@tinkerplayground.com!
Get ready for a fun science adventure in less than 5 minutes! Ever wondered why the ocean never stops moving? Michelle dives into the science of wind, water, and waves! Find out how waves are made and what causes giant tsunamis, and try a cool water experiment at home!
Tune in now and visitwww.tinkerplayground.com for more science fun! Have a question you want us to answer? Ask a grown-up to email us athello@tinkerplayground.com!
Birds flap their wings to fly, but airplanes don’t—so how do they stay up in the sky? In this fun episode, Michelle explores the science of lift, thrust, and Bernoulli’s Principle to uncover the secrets of flight in less than 5 minutes! Plus, try a cool paper experiment to see how air makes wings work!
Tune in now and visitwww.tinkerplayground.com for more science fun!
