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Tidbits with Titus Podcast

Alexander Titus

Bite-sized answers to the big questions kids ask us every day. www.tidbitswithtitus.com

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Ep 80 - Why Do Our Fingers Wrinkle in Water?

Tidbits with Titus Podcast ·

2025/03/28

What Happens to Our Fingers in Water?When you jump into a pool, take a bath, or play in the rain, your hands and feet soak up water. But after about five to ten minutes, something interesting happens—your fingertips and toes get all wrinkly and bumpy!These wrinkles don’t happen anywhere else on your body. Your arms, legs, and face stay smooth, even if you stay in the water for a long time.So, what’s going on with your fingers and toes? Let’s explore the science behind this cool trick!Hello my

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Ep 79 - How Do Our Ears Help Us Balance?

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2025/03/27

What Is Balance?Balance is the ability to stay upright and steady when you’re standing, walking, jumping, or moving. It helps you:✔️ Walk without tripping✔️ Ride a bike without falling✔️ Dance without tipping over✔️ Stand still without wobblingWithout balance, even simple things like standing up straight would be hard to do!Your brain, muscles, eyes, and ears all work together to keep you balanced. But today, we’re going to talk about how your ears help the most!Hello my friends!For a quick note,

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Ep 78 - Why Do Some People Have Freckles?

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2025/03/26

What Are Freckles?Freckles are tiny dots of color on the skin. They can be light brown, dark brown, reddish, or even golden. Most freckles show up on places where the sun touches your skin the most, like your face, arms, and shoulders.Freckles aren’t bumps or something you can feel—they’re just spots of color! And guess what? They don’t hurt or cause any problems. They’re just part of what makes someone special!Hello my friends!For a quick note, welcome to Tidbits with Titus, a podcast and

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Ep 77 - Why Do We Get the Hiccups?

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2025/03/25

What Are Hiccups, Anyway?Hiccups happen because of a special muscle in your body called the diaphragm (say it with me: DIE-uh-fram). The diaphragm is a big, strong muscle right under your lungs. It helps you breathe in and out all day long without you even thinking about it!But sometimes, the diaphragm gets a little jumpy and pulls down too quickly. This makes you suddenly suck in air really fast. When the air rushes into your throat, your vocal cords snap shut, and that’s what makes the funny

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Ep 76 - How Do Dolphins Talk to Each Other?

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2025/03/24

How Do Dolphins Talk to Each Other?But how do dolphins talk if they don’t have words like we do? How do they tell each other important things like where food is or when there’s danger nearby? Let’s dive into the underwater world of dolphins and learn how these amazing creatures “talk” to each other!Hello my friends!For a quick note, welcome to Tidbits with Titus, a podcast and newsletter where we tackle the big, curious questions kids ask every day in fun, bite-sized ways! I’m Alexander Titus, but I

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Ep 75 - How Do Spiders Make Webs?

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2025/03/23

How Do Spiders Make Webs?But did you know that spiders are actually amazing engineers? They create beautiful, complex webs that serve as homes, traps, and hunting tools. But how do they make these webs, and what makes each web so unique? Today, we’re going to explore the wonderful world of spiders and their webs and learn how these tiny creatures create something so incredible.Hello my friends!For a quick note, welcome to Tidbits with Titus, a podcast and newsletter where we tackle the big, curious

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Ep 74 - Why Do Giraffes Have Long Necks?

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2025/03/22

Why Do Giraffes Have Long Necks?You’ve probably asked yourself, “Why do giraffes have such long necks?” Is it just for show, or is there a really good reason behind it? Today, we’re going to explore why giraffes have long necks, how they use them, and how their long necks help them survive in the wild.Hello my friends!For a quick note, welcome to Tidbits with Titus, a podcast and newsletter where we tackle the big, curious questions kids ask every day in fun, bite-sized ways! I’m Alexander Titus,

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Ep 73 - Why Do Turtles Have Shells?

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2025/03/21

Why Do Turtles Have Shells?Have you ever wondered why turtles have shells? Or how their shells help them survive in the wild? Well, you’re in the right place! In this article, we’re going to dive into the world of turtles and find out why they have shells, what makes them so special, and how they use them to stay safe.Hello my friends!For a quick note, welcome to Tidbits with Titus, a podcast and newsletter where we tackle the big, curious questions kids ask every day in fun, bite-sized ways! I’m

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Ep 72 - Why Does Our Hair Turn Grey?

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2025/03/20

Why Does Our Hair Turn Grey?Hair is something that grows on our heads, and it comes in all kinds of colors. Some people have black hair, others have brown, blonde, or red hair. But no matter what color your hair is now, it might change when you get older. For some people, hair turns grey, silver, or even white. Let’s find out what happens and why it happens!Hello my friends!For a quick note, welcome to Tidbits with Titus, a podcast and newsletter where we tackle the big, curious questions kids ask

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Ep 71 - What Makes Our Bones Strong?

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2025/03/19

What Makes Our Bones Strong?Bones are like the strong frame of a house, holding up your body and keeping everything in place. But what makes our bones strong? Let's take a deep dive into the amazing world of bones!Hello my friends!For a quick note, welcome to Tidbits with Titus, a podcast and newsletter where we tackle the big, curious questions kids ask every day in fun, bite-sized ways! I’m Alexander Titus, but I go by Titus. I’m a scientist, adventurer, and a huge fan of making science,

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Ep 70 - How Do Boomerangs Come Back When You Throw Them?

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2025/03/18

How Do Boomerangs Come Back When You Throw Them?Boomerangs are special kinds of tools that use air, speed, and shape to return to the person who throws them. Let’s dive into the amazing world of boomerangs and find out how they work!Hello my friends!For a quick note, welcome to Tidbits with Titus, a podcast and newsletter where we tackle the big, curious questions kids ask every day in fun, bite-sized ways! I’m Alexander Titus, but I go by Titus. I’m a scientist, adventurer, and a huge fan of making

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Ep 69 - What Makes the Ocean Salty?

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2025/03/17

The Water on EarthMost of the water on Earth is found in the ocean—about 97% of it! The rest is in rivers, lakes, glaciers, and even underground. Unlike the fresh water in rivers and lakes, the ocean water has lots of salt in it. But where does all that salt come from?Hello my friends!For a quick note, welcome to Tidbits with Titus, a podcast and newsletter where we tackle the big, curious questions kids ask every day in fun, bite-sized ways! I’m Alexander Titus, but I go by Titus. I’m a scientist,

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Ep 68 - Why Do Chameleons Change Color?

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2025/03/16

Why Do Chameleons Change Color?One moment, a chameleon might be green, and the next, it could turn yellow, red, or even blue! But why do they do this? Do they change color to hide? Do they do it when they feel happy or scared? Let’s explore the magical world of chameleons and discover the secret behind their color-changing superpower!Hello my friends!For a quick note, welcome to Tidbits with Titus, a podcast and newsletter where we tackle the big, curious questions kids ask every day in fun,

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Ep 67 - What Makes Soda Fizzy?

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2025/03/15

The Magic of BubblesSoda is a special kind of drink because it has something called carbonation. Carbonation is what makes soda fizzy, and it happens because of a special gas called carbon dioxide (CO₂). This gas is what creates all those tiny bubbles in your soda. But how does carbon dioxide get inside the drink?Hello my friends!For a quick note, welcome to Tidbits with Titus, a podcast and newsletter where we tackle the big, curious questions kids ask every day in fun, bite-sized ways! I’m

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Ep 66 - Why Do Cats' Eyes Glow in the Dark?

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2025/03/14

The Magic Behind the GlowCats are amazing nighttime hunters. Unlike humans, who need bright light to see well, cats can see even when it's really dark. But how do they do it? The secret lies inside their eyes!Hello my friends!For a quick note, welcome to Tidbits with Titus, a podcast and newsletter where we tackle the big, curious questions kids ask every day in fun, bite-sized ways! I’m Alexander Titus, but I go by Titus. I’m a scientist, adventurer, and a huge fan of making science, technology,

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Ep 65 - Why Do We Yawn?

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2025/03/13

What Is Yawning?Yawning is when we open our mouths wide, take in a deep breath, and then quickly breathe out. Sometimes, we even stretch while yawning! Yawns can happen when we’re tired, bored, or even when we see someone else yawn. But why does it happen?Scientists aren’t completely sure why we yawn, but there are some interesting ideas!Hello my friends!For a quick note, welcome to Tidbits with Titus, a podcast and newsletter where we tackle the big, curious questions kids ask every day in fun,

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Ep 64 - Why Do We Feel Ticklish?

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2025/03/12

What Is Tickling?Tickling is when someone lightly touches your skin, making you feel tingly or giggly. It usually happens in places like your feet, underarms, tummy, or neck. Some people love being tickled, while others don’t like it at all!Hello my friends!For a quick note, welcome to Tidbits with Titus, a podcast and newsletter where we tackle the big, curious questions kids ask every day in fun, bite-sized ways! I’m Alexander Titus, but I go by Titus. I’m a scientist, adventurer, and a huge fan

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Ep 63 - Why Do We Dream When We Sleep?

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2025/03/11

Why Do We Dream When We Sleep?Have you ever wondered, why do we dream when we sleep?Dreaming is something almost all of us do while we sleep, but have you ever thought about why it happens or what dreams mean? In this article, we’re going to take a deep dive into the world of dreams. We’ll talk about what dreams are, why we dream, and the different types of dreams we might have. Plus, we’ll explore what scientists think about why we dream!Let’s get started and discover the amazing world of

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Ep 62 - Why Does the Moon Change Shape?

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2025/03/10

Why Does the Moon Change Shape?In this article, we’re going to learn all about why the moon changes its shape in the sky, what causes it to look different from night to night, and how it is connected to the Earth, the sun, and the way we see things from the ground. Let’s dive in!Hello my friends!For a quick note, welcome to Tidbits with Titus, a podcast and newsletter where we tackle the big, curious questions kids ask every day in fun, bite-sized ways! I’m Alexander Titus, but I go by Titus. I’m a

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Ep 61 - What Makes a Volcano Erupt?

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2025/03/09

What Makes a Volcano Erupt?Have you ever seen a volcano in action? Imagine a mountain with glowing lava shooting out of the top and spilling down the sides. It might sound a little scary, but it’s also one of the most exciting and powerful natural events on Earth! But have you ever wondered, What makes a volcano erupt? What causes all that hot lava, ash, and steam to shoot up into the sky? In this article, we’re going to find out all about volcanoes, how they erupt, and why they do it.Hello my

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