Wow in the World
Tinkercast
Ages 5–10ConversationExplainers
Mindy and Guy Raz dive into the weird, wild, wonderful world of science.
A science podcast for curious kids and their grown-ups. Each episode is a short, energetic exploration of a 'wow'-inducing scientific discovery.
Why it’s in PodFocus
Best science gateway for early elementary. Energetic, funny, never talks down to kids.
At a glance
- Ages
- 5 to 10
- Good for
- Car, Morning
- About
- Science, Curiosity
- Format
- Conversation, Explainers
- Episodes
- About 22 min
- New episodes
- Almost every day
- In the feed
- 1072 episodes since 2017
- Made by
- Tinkercast
Latest episodes
The newest full episodes in the feed as of 23 October 2026.
- Two Whats?! And A Wow! People Who Wow Edition – Hank Green – Guess the True Facts about this Science Communicator, YouTuber, Author, and Comedian!
- Undead Arachnids! Meet the “Zombie" Spider Scaring Away its Predators!
- WeWow on the Weekend: Chewing Gum, Reviewsies, and Everlasting Storms! (Encore)
Questions parents ask
What age is Wow in the World for?
PodFocus lists it for ages 5 to 10. Ranges overlap on purpose: where a child lands inside one depends more on the child than on the number.
How long are Wow in the World episodes?
Episodes run about 22 minutes, most between 14 and 26 minutes. About the length of a school run or a bath.
Is Wow in the World still making new episodes?
Yes. New episodes come out almost every day; the latest was released on 23 October 2026. The feed lists 1072 episodes going back to 2017, so a child who likes it won't run out soon.
Where should we start?
Anywhere. Try a recent episode, or one about something your child already loves, and if it lands, work back through the older ones.
Can my child listen without Wi-Fi?
In PodFocus, yes. Download episodes at home and they play without a connection, including in the car through CarPlay.
How do I let my child listen to Wow in the World and nothing else?
Add Wow in the World in PodFocus. Your child’s library holds only the shows you add, with no recommendations and nothing that plays on into a show you haven’t chosen.
