But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids
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Episodes
Why do goats sound like humans? A Cozy Critters Collaboration 12/19/2025 08:37How do oysters make their shells? 12/12/2025 26:49
What’s an oboe? How does a flute work? What’s a viola? 11/28/2025 55:53How big is a Macy's parade balloon? 11/14/2025 36:04Why are there so many colors? 10/31/2025 26:26 Show all episodes
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Children's most common questions are revealed in this excellent educational podcast. But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids reviews varied topics in-depth but in an accessible way for the little ones. In each episode, the children ask the questions and specialists provide the best explanations on issues large and small, about nature, words, and even the end of the world.
Producer
HostJane Lindholm
CountryUnited States
Episodes count276
Average duration20'
FrequencyEvery two weeks
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