
Sedimentary Rocks: Nature's time machines!
13/1/2026 | 31 min
Did you know that studying rocks today can teach us about the Earth millions of years ago!? We're joined by an incredible geoscientist - Dr. Lina Perez-Angel, from Brown University - to explore the incredible world of Sedimentary Rocks, including what they're made of, how they form, and how scientists study them!💬 Submit your kids' questions! www.cumbrekids.org/questions💛 Support this podcast by joining The Curious Club: LINK🎧 More podcasts by Cumbre Kids: Learn more🎙️ This episode is available in Spanish on our sister podcast, Cráneo: Ciencia para niños curiosos.👨👩👧👦 A message for parents about our values: LINKThis episode was supported in part by the National Science Foundation Grant 2402100 from the Division of Earth Science.

Why do we dream?
09/12/2025 | 31 min
Ever wonder what happens in your brain while we sleep? Or why we need o sleep at all? In this episode, Dr. Daniel Davila-Williams - a pediatric neurologist from Texas Children's Hospital - joins Orbit to discuss the science of sleep, including: What happens in our brain and body when we sleepDreamsWhy sleep is critical for healthy growing children! How scientists study sleep and technology they useHow to improve our sleep🌐 Website for Dr. Davila-Williams: LINK💬 Complete this short form to submit questions for episodes! www.cumbrekids.org/questions💛 Support this podcast by joining The Curious Club: LINK🎧 More podcasts by Cumbre Kids: LINK🎙️ This episode is also available in Spanish on our sister podcast, Cráneo: Ciencia para niños curiosos.A message for parents about our values here: LINK

Mammal teeth: Elephants, whales, humans and more!
18/11/2025 | 31 min
Explore the incredible, fascinating world of mammal teeth with Rob, Milam, and Dr. Silvia! This episode includes key concepts, like:What is a mammalWhat are teethHistory of teethBiomechanics of teethOur expert guest is Dr. Silvia Pineda-Munoz, paleontologist and author of the science blog, Climate Ages (link). 🎙️ This episode is also available in Spanish on our sister podcast, Cráneo: Ciencia para niños curiosos.💬 Submit questions for episodes! Just fill out this short form: LINK💛 Support this podcast by joining The Curious Club: LINK🎧 More podcasts by Cumbre Kids: LINKA message for parents about our values here: LINK

The Secret Life of Plants
28/10/2025 | 35 min
🌱 Plants are all around us! They are green science in action! We're joined in this episode by Charlie from the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Miami, Florida, USA! 🌴🌿 Listen with your little ones and learn all about the parts of plants, photosynthesis, life, and much more!--🎙️ This episode is also available in Spanish on our sister podcast, Cráneo: Ciencia para niños curiosos.💬 Submit questions for episodes! Just fill out this short form: LINK💛 Support this podcast by joining The Curious Club: LINK🎧 More podcasts by Cumbre Kids: LINKA message for parents from our executive producer about our values here: LINK

Giant Pacific Octopus: 8 arms and 9 brains!
18/9/2025 | 30 min
The Giant Pacific Octopus is a true legend of the oceans: Able to open jars, solve puzzles, spray ink, change colors and so much more! 🐙🤯In this episode, we're joined by marine biologist René Carbajal from the Monterey Bay Aquarium 🐟🌊, who shares incredible facts and stories about these mysterious (and super cool!) creatures.🐟 Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch - to choose environmentally sustainable seafood for your family! Info❓ Submit questions for upcoming episodes: Info💖 Support this podcast by joining the Curious Club: Link🎙️ Orbit's sibling podcasts in Spanish: 🧬 Cráneo: Ciencia para niños curiosos - Links🦎 Camaleón: Animales par aniños curiosos - LinksOrbit is produced by Cumbre Kids: WebsiteContact our team: [email protected] message for parents about our values, from our executive producer : LINK



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