Big Questions from Small Minds is a fun, weekly science podcast for curious kids and their grown-ups, where kids ask big-brained science professors curly questions about how the world works. The answers are broken down to be fun, engaging and often silly!
Hosted by Tom Norton and Phil Wolf, who are two dads with little minds, so they’re perfect for the job. With loads of curiosity and laughs, the show makes big ideas accessible for little minds.
For more information, visit smallminds.au
Professor Dayao Jin from the University of Technology discusses the expansive applications of nanotechnology, from toothpaste to brain bridges, in this interview episode.
20 Jan 2025
The Floor is Lava: Volcanoes
Volcanology expert Dr. Teresa Ubide explores the science of volcanoes, from their dormancy to eruption, and reveals their essential role in Earth's climate in this interview.
13 Jan 2025
FUTURE SPACESUITS
Professor James Waldie from RMIT University discusses the surprising realities of astronaut life and his work designing innovative spacesuits for future lunar and Martian missions in this interview.
7 Jan 2025
Astrophysics: Keeping Reality Weird
Professor Josh Bland-Hawthorne explores the universe's deepest mysteries, such as the Big Bang, the night sky's darkness, and dark energy, in this interview episode.
1 Jan 2025
The Science of Taste: What the Yuck!
Professor Johannes le Coutre explains the physiology and neuroscience of taste, revealing how our gustation and olfaction systems work and how our brains process flavors in this interview.
10 Oct 2023
Human Evolution: Bring It On!
Professor Tanya M Smith discusses human biological evolution, the origins of life, and the disappearance of Neanderthals in this interview episode.
4 Oct 2023
Forensics: Fighting Crime
Professor Dennis McNevin explains how forensic science helps solve crimes and trains police forces, revealing how science leads to the capture of criminals in this interview.
26 Sept 2023
Immunology: Going Viral
Professor Scott Byrne explains immunology and its importance, particularly in understanding and navigating viral events like the COVID-19 pandemic, in an interview.
19 Sept 2023
Psychology: Help, I Feel Like An Imposter
Professor Sabina Klietman explores the psychology of imposter syndrome and how the brain functions, offering insights into understanding our feelings and thoughts in this interview.
12 Sept 2023
Paleontology: Real Life Jurassic Park
Professor Michael Archer discusses de-extinction efforts, including bringing back the gastric-brooding frog and thylacine, in this interview about paleontology and resurrecting extinct animals.
5 Sept 2023
Space Junk: What a mess!
Anne Bettens, a space junk expert, answers kids' questions about space debris, NASA's responsibility, and astronaut waste, revealing the growing problem of orbital garbage and innovative cleanup solutions in this interview.
29 Aug 2023
Neuroscience: It’s all in your head!
Professor Muireann Irish explains neuroscience concepts to children, exploring phenomena like near-death experiences and déjà vu in an interview.
22 Aug 2023
Astronomy: Hunting For Aliens
Astronomer Dr. Danny Price explores the possibility of discovering intelligent alien life and contemplates the implications of such a profound discovery in an interview.
15 Aug 2023
Artificial Intelligence: Machines Behaving Badly
Professor Toby Walsh answers children's big questions about artificial intelligence, exploring its potential impact on humanity and the need for global regulation in this interview.
2 Aug 2023
Big Questions From Small Minds - Trailer - Hilarious New Science Podcast - Coming Soon
This trailer introduces Big Questions From Small Minds, a science podcast where kids pose intriguing questions to professors like Professor Toby Walsh, promising engaging and lighthearted answers.
Who has been a guest on Big Questions From Small Minds
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Dayao Jin
Dr Teresa Ubide
James Waldie
Josh Bland-Hawthorne
Johannes le Coutre
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