Maya The Science Kid Podcast

About Maya The Science Kid Podcast

Join 12-year-old Maya for fun, curious, and thought-provoking conversations as we drive to and from school. Every episode is guided by Maya’s questions—whatever’s on her mind that day! From science mysteries to everyday life, we break things down in a way that’s easy for kids to understand. As Maya grows, so do the topics—starting with simple wonders and evolving into bigger, deeper questions about the world. Whether we’re talking about space, history, friendships, or just random “what if” questions, every answer is science-based, thoughtful, and fun. Perfect for curious kids, parents, and anyone who loves learning on the go. Buckle up and come along for the ride! If you like this episode, please share the podcast with your friends. And rate the show on iTunes so other people can find it and listen. Maya's page is at https://mayathesciencekid.com where you can see her videos and show notes. To contact Maya: EMAIL: MayaTheScienceKid@gmail.com Maya also has a Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/MayaTheScienceKid where you can become a super supporter. We'd love to show Maya that people care enough to subscribe there and whatever she makes there will go towards teaching her to manage her own money.

Publisher

Maya The Science Kid

Category

kids & family · science · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

29 Jan 2019

Latest episode

16 Mar 2025

Latest episodes

14 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Mar 2025

   Should we learn cursive handwriting in school?

   Maya, the science kid, explores the relevance of cursive handwriting in modern education, weighing its cognitive benefits against the dominance of digital communication in this episode.

2. 

   31 Jan 2025

   Middle School Life: Lockers, Lunch, and Laughs

   This episode explores the daily experiences of middle school students, highlighting the challenges and memorable moments of navigating lockers, lunchrooms, and social interactions.

3. 

   22 Jan 2025

   Drip, Bruh, and Other Words That Confuse Adults

   Maya the Science Kid Podcast explores the ever-evolving world of middle school slang, comparing current terms like "drip" and "bruh" to those of past generations, revealing generational communication gaps.

4. 

   10 Jan 2025

   12 Months, One Winner: The Fun Month Showdown

   Maya, the science kid, explores the unique joys and drawbacks of each month, sparking a playful debate to crown the most fun month of the year.

5. 

   20 Jul 2023

   If you could dedicate your life to one thing, what would it be?

   Maya, the science kid, explores dedicating one's life to solving global problems and considers the impact a person or team can achieve.

6. 

   4 Jul 2023

   Why do we celebrate with fireworks?

   Maya, the science kid, explores the science behind fireworks and discusses both the fun and the potential drawbacks of using them.

7. 

   14 Jun 2023

   How can you tell when someone is lying? And why do kids lie?

   This episode explores the nuances of lying, differentiating between types of lies and examining the motivations behind why children deceive, offering insights into addressing dishonesty.

8. 

   1 Mar 2019

   How is snow or rain formed?

   Maya The Science Kid explains the formation of snow, rain, and fog by exploring the processes of water vapor cooling and precipitation.

9. 

   27 Feb 2019

   Why are traffic lights red yellow and green?

   Maya explores the universal color conventions of traffic lights and driving standards, revealing how road rules vary across different regions.

10. 

    23 Feb 2019

    Why do we throw up and what is puke?

    Maya explores the science behind vomiting and the nature of puke, explaining why it happens and how it ultimately makes you feel better.

11. 

    17 Feb 2019

    Why do car windshields get frosty in winter?

    Maya explores the science behind frosty car windshields in winter, explaining how moisture turns to frost as temperatures drop, and how substances like alcohol lower freezing points.

12. 

    7 Feb 2019

    Why do we get itchy?

    Maya, the science kid, explores how our brain interprets signals from the skin to differentiate between pain and itching, which helps our bodies react to irritants like wool or mosquitoes.

13. 

    1 Feb 2019

    Why does our body get hot and cold?

    This episode of "Maya The Science Kid Podcast" explores how our skin senses temperature and how external air temperature fluctuates between day and night, and across seasons.

14. 

    29 Jan 2019

    Why do we get sick and what are vaccines?

    Maya, the science kid, explains how viruses and bacteria cause illness and how vaccines introduce a weakened virus to the body, training white blood cells to defend against future infections.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

323,357

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.6 / 5

11 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 34 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

21

Social presence

0

YouTube

86

Engagement

32

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Guest appearances

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