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 first name, age, and town and send the recording to questions@butwhykids.org!
But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids
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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 first name, age, and town and send the recording to questions@butwhykids.org!
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Recent Episodes
July 10, 2026
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Host Jane Lindholm interviews Marco Wendt, Wildlife Ambassador for the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, exploring the fascinating question of whether animals truly play.
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282 total episodes available with 35 transcripts
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