But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids

195 EpisodesProduced by Vermont PublicWebsite

But Why is a show led by kids. They ask the questions and we find the answers. It’s a big interesting world out there. On But Why, we tackle topics large and small, about nature, words, even the end of the world. Know a kid with a question? Record it with a smartphone. Be sure to include your kid's … read more

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December 02, 2022

Why do armadillos have shells? Why are sloths slow?

Why do armadillos have shells? How do they roll into balls? Why are sloths so slow? Can sloths actually move fast? How do they defend …

November 18, 2022

Who invented emoji?

Emoji are those little images you can send in text messages to friends and family. Nine-year-old Leila in New Jersey wants to know how they …

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