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Constant Wonder KIDS

Welcome to Constant Wonder KIDS, the podcast that turns everyday moments into extraordinary adventures! Designed for curious kids (and the grown-ups who love them), our show takes you on thrilling journeys through the wonders of the natural world. Discover fascinating facts and true stories about amazing people doing incredible things in nature. Join us as we explore the playful side of octopuses who enjoy toys like Lego bricks. Dive into the ocean with whale sharks and meet one who has an

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A Real-Life Treasure Hunt

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2025/05/05

As a National Geographic explorer, Alastair Humphreys has gone on adventures all over the world. For a year, he gave himself a new quest—experience adventure and wonder, without leaving his town’s map. Guest: Alastair Humphreys, National Geographic Explorer and author of "Local: A Search for Nearby Nature and Wildness" PRINT YOUR COLORING PAGE HERE: https://bit.ly/cwk_adventure You can send pictures of your art to constantwonder@byu.edu!

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13:59

Exploring Biocrust Communities

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2025/04/28

Sasha Reed studies a community in that natural world that you’ve probably never heard of before- biocrust. Made up of lichen, algae, moss, and bacteria, this funky world beneath your feet is full of wonder! PRINT YOUR COLORING PAGE HERE: https://bit.ly/cwk_adventure You can send pictures of your art to constantwonder@byu.edu!

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17:09

A Hare in the House

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2025/04/21

Chloe Dalton was used to living in the big, busy city, but when she relocated to a small town in Northern England, her new neighbors drew her attention to the outdoors. Discover the wonder of wild hares! Guest: Chloe Dalton, author of “Raising Hare: A Memoir” PRINT YOUR COLORING PAGE HERE: https://bit.ly/cwk_adventure You can send pictures of your art to constantwonder@byu.edu!

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13:46

Getting to Know Penguins in Antarctica

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2025/04/14

In Antarctica, slap-happy penguins and adorable fur seals roam free. As part of a crew studying penguins, Naira de Gracia spends time up close and personal with these amazing creatures, getting to see the world through their eyes. Guest: Naira de Gracia, field biologist and author of “The Last Cold Place: A Field Season Studying Penguins in Antarctica" https://bit.ly/cw_ColoringPage You can send pictures of your art to constantwonder@byu.edu!

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15:15

Get Curious About Seahorses

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2025/04/07

Since he was a teenager, Neil Garrick-Maidment has had a knack for finding and caring for seahorses. Scientists once thought seahorses couldn’t live in cold water, but Neil knew he just had to put on his scuba suit to prove them wrong. Guest: Neil Garrick Maidment, Found of the Seahorse Trust https://bit.ly/cw_ColoringPage You can send pictures of your art to constantwonder@byu.edu!

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16:11

Guiding Migrating Birds Home

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2025/03/31

Northern bald ibises have been extinct in the wild for 400 years, until a group of Austrian scientists attempted to re-introduce the birds to the wild. When attempting to migrate, the bald ibises had no idea where to go… until conservationist Johannes Fritz hopped in a microlight airplane and showed them the way. Guest: Johannes Fritz, biologist, conservationist, and founder of the Waldrappteam Photo copyright of the Waldrappteam https://bit.ly/cw_ColoringPage You can send pictures of your art to

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13:58

Being Brave in the Natural World

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2025/03/24

Lyanda Lynn Haupt’s mission is to help people connect with the natural world, but that doesn’t mean she’s always comfortable outdoors. Sometimes experiencing wonder means learning to be brave, like camping all on our own or meeting wild animals when we least expect it. Join us to talk about stepping out of our comfort zones to feel awe! Guest: Lyanda Lynn Haupt, naturalist and author of “Rooted: Life at the Crossroads of Science, Nature, and Spirit”

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12:33

Discover the World of Nematodes

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2025/03/17

Nematodes are microscopic worms that can be found all over the planet. Though they may be tiny, their impact is anything but small. Join scientists Byron Adams and Adler Dillman as they introduce us to the wonder of nematodes! Guests: Byron Adams, biology professor at Brigham Young University Adler Dillman, nematology professor at UC Riverside Coloring Page: https://www.byuradio.org/blog-post/d49be753-7cda-45e8-8648-49fda27bfc10/its-a-brand-new-season-and-we-need-your-help-to-chart-it

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15:48

Healing Turtles, Healing the World

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2025/03/10

Turtles face lots of obstacles in the wild world, so it’s a lucky thing they’re born tough! Turtle-lovers Matt Patterson and Sy Montgomery have witnessed turtles come back from extraordinary injuries as they’ve worked with the Turtle Rescue Center in Southbridge, Massachusetts. These turtles prove that even broken things can be made right again. Guests: Sy Montgomery, author, and Matt Patterson, illustrator, of “Of Time and Turtles: Mending the World, Shell by Shattered Shell” Coloring

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15:53

Do Plants Think?

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2025/03/03

We all know plants are living things just like us, but do we have even more in common? Join us as we talk with science-writer Zoë Schlanger about how plants seem to communicate, hear, see, and yes, even think! Guest: Zoë Schlanger, science writer for The Atlantic and author of The Light Eaters: How the Unseen World of Plant Intelligence Offers a New Understanding of Life on Earth

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16:20

Going Undercover to Save Sloth Bears

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2025/02/24

Kartick Satyanarayan has always loved animals and worked hard to protect wildlife. When he learns about sloth bears who are forced to “dance” in dangerous conditions, he decides to go undercover to save sloth bears and help humans along the way. Guest: Kartick Satyanarayan, Co-Founder and CEO of Wildlife SOS

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16:56

A Quest for 1000 Plants

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2025/02/17

When enthusiastic nature-lover Mike Dilger was stuck at home during Covid, he came up with his next big project: finding 1000 plants across Great Britain in one year. Listen in as Mike tells us about his adventures while accomplishing his goal, as well as his general love for the natural world. Guest: Mike Dilger, BBC Presenter and author of “One Thousand Shades of Green”

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15:30

Discovering Fireflies

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2025/02/10

Lynn Faust has always loved to watch fireflies at her family cabin. When she discovers that these fireflies are unknown in the scientific community, she sets out to share her family lightning bugs with the world. Guest: Lynn Faust, author of “Fireflies, Glow-worms, and Lightning Bugs: Identification and Natural History of the Fireflies of the Eastern and Central United States and Canada"

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13:37

Saving Baby Peregrine Falcons

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2025/02/03

Peregrine falcons are the fastest animals in the world, but when baby peregrines start going missing, George Smith has the data and expertise to track down the chick-nappers. Guest: George Smith, Peregrine Coordinator for the Scottish Raptor Group

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14:59

Arctic Explorer

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2025/01/27

Though cold and remote, the Arctic is explorer Jonathan Waterman’s favorite place. His encounters with bears, caribou, and beautiful landscapes introduce you to the Arctic through an adventurer’s eyes. Guest: Jonathan Waterman, author of "Into the Thaw: Witnessing Wonder Amid the Arctic Climate Crisis."

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Constant Wonder KIDS will be back in January!

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2024/11/25

More animal (and plant and bug) explorations are coming your way in January! While you're waiting, be sure to visit our website at byuradio.org/constant-wonder-kids and print out a passport for Season 1. Check off all the amazing animals you met this season!

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14:31

Owl and Me

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2024/11/11

When Carl met Alfie the baby owl, she was sick and about to die. With his help, Alfie grew healthy and strong, proving that good comes when we help animals one by one. Guest: Carl Safina, author of “Alfie and Me: What Owls Know, What Humans Believe" and Professor for Nature and Humanity at Stony Brook University

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15:40

River Snorkeling

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2024/11/04

You might think that snorkeling is just for coral reefs, but Keith Williams knows that we can see amazing wildlife when we snorkel in the rivers and streams near our homes! Get to know candy darters, salmon, and other interesting freshwater creatures. Guest: Keith Williams, author of "Snorkeling Rivers and Streams: An Aquatic Guide to Underwater Discovery and Adventure" and guide at Freshwater Journeys

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14:35

The Batman of Mexico

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2024/10/28

This Halloween, listen to bat-lover Rodrigo Medellin share his love for the flying mammals. Known as the Batman of Mexico, his enthusiasm and love for bats makes him their greatest defender. Guest: Rodrigo Medellin, Professor of Ecology at the National Autonomous University of Mexico

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14:50

The Wonder of Poop

Constant Wonder KIDS ·

2024/10/21

Poop might seem gross or silly to you, but to Joe Roman, poop is an important part of our ecosystems and a reason to feel awe and wonder. Guest: Joe Roman, author of "Eat, Poop, Die: How Animals Make Our World"

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