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Ep 150Roses (our 150th episode!)

Woohoo! It's our 150th episode! Let's learn about roses. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Nov 25, 202411 min

Ep 149What Do Whales Do At Night?

It's time to answer some questions. What do whales do at night? Also, how many legs do centipedes have? Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Nov 11, 20247 min

Ep 148Soil

What could we possibly learn about soil? Isn't it just dirt? There may be more there than meets the eye. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Oct 28, 202413 min

Ep 147Thorny Devil

Do you know where Thorny Devils live? Do you know what they are? They can do something amazing with their skin! Find out about them here.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Oct 16, 202410 min

Ep 146Astronauts

How many astronauts have there been? There may have been more than you think! Also, hear a brief interview with my student, Olivia, who helped design a zero gravity indicator for Space X.Read an article about Olivia designing Asteroid here: (http://www.collectspace.com/news/news-091024a-polaris-dawn-asteroid-shiba-dog-zero-g-indicator.html)To purchase Asteroid, click here: https://shop.spacex.com/products/polaris-dawn-zero-gravity-indicator.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Oct 2, 202411 min

Ep 145Eastern Hognose Snake

Oh, the drama! There may not be a more dramatic snake out there than the eastern hognose snake. It'll take the award home for best actor, for sure. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Sep 25, 20248 min

Ep 144Why Does a Spoon Flip Images Upside Down?

Why does a spoon flip images upside down? Learn about the difference between convex and concave mirrors.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Sep 18, 20244 min

Ep 143Why Do Mosquito Bites Itch?

Why do mosquito bites itch? Find out what is happening in the saliva of a mosquito, and why we get side cramps.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Sep 4, 20247 min

Ep 142Rocks and Gems

What is the difference between a rock and a gem? Learn about the interesting and beautiful world of rocks and gems.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Aug 21, 202419 min

Ep 141Lions

Do you know how far away a roaring lion can be heard? Find out, and hear other facts about the king of the jungle.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Aug 8, 202414 min

Ep 140Special Edition - Yellowstone Explosion

Yellowstone's volcano didn't erupt, but there was a large explosion in July, 2024. Find out what caused it right here and right now. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Jul 25, 20248 min

Ep 139Stonefish

The most venomous fish in the world. Enough said!Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Jul 22, 202413 min

Ep 138Rock Climbing Stories

Listen as Moosejaw Matt interviews Geoff-with-a-G about two rock climbing experiences he had. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Jul 8, 202421 min

Ep 137Are Plants Effected by an Eclipse?

Are plants effected during an eclipse? Find out, and also what happens to saltwater fish that swim in freshwater. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Jul 3, 20244 min

Ep 136Black Holes

What is a black hole? Are we in any danger? Find out here, but keep a safe distance!Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Jun 17, 202414 min

Ep 135Neurotransmitters: Serotonin

We are continuing the series about neurotransmitters. What can we learn about serotonin?Featuring the voices of Savanna Hovan and Isaak Cortazar.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Jun 4, 20249 min

Ep 134Longest Living Animals

Thank you for joining me! Let's count down the 6 longest living animals. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

May 29, 202412 min

Ep 133What is the Difference Between Magma and Lava?

What is the difference between magma and lava? Aren't they the same thing?Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

May 25, 20241 min

Ep 132Why Are Some People Allergic to Peanuts?

Why are some people allergic to peanuts? And is that a birthday I detect?Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

May 22, 20243 min

Ep 131Animals with the Shortest Lifespan

Which animals live the shortest lives? Let's quickly go through this episode together!Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

May 15, 20248 min

Ep 130Mini - Smallest Hummingbird

How much does the smallest bird in the world weigh?Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

May 7, 20242 min

Ep 129Spider Crabs

What is the largest arthropod in the world? What even is an arthropod? Found out with Moosejaw Matt on this episode!Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Apr 28, 202411 min

Ep 128Why Does Ice Stick to Your Fingers?

Have you ever wondered why ice sticks to your fingers, or how scabs form? Find out here with Moosejaw Matt!Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and pictures from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Apr 7, 20248 min

Ep 127Orca

Come on a sailing trip around the Iberian peninsula and find out what's been happening to the rudders of boats around there since the covid lockdown. Make sure to wear a lifejacket!Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Mar 21, 202416 min

Ep 126Compass Termite

Which animal may be the best engineer in the natural world? Find out about the clever compass termite. Special guest, Keira.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Mar 8, 202411 min

Ep 125Eastern Elk

What do Elk have to do with a letter from President Theodore Roosevelt and Pennsylvania? Find out with Moosejaw Matt.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Feb 29, 20245 min

Ep 124Bison

What do anti-lock brakes, Teddy Roosevelt, and bison have in common? Find out with Moosejaw Matt!Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Feb 14, 202412 min

Ep 123More Than Stars and Sharks

What are there more of on earth than the stars in our galaxy? What seemingly-docile animal kills more humans than sharks each year? Find out the unlikely answers to these bizarre questions with Moosejaw Matt.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Feb 2, 20249 min

Ep 122Neurotransmitters: Dopamine

What is dopamine and how does it help us? Find out more with Moosejaw Matt and a surprise guest even he wasn't expecting!Featuring the voice of Savanna Hovan.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Jan 29, 20246 min

Ep 121Old Seeds

These seeds are really old - older than you or me!Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Jan 28, 20243 min

Ep 120Shark Population Increases

Great White shark populations are increasing off the coast of Northern California.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Jan 23, 20242 min

Ep 119How Many Birds Are There?

Just how many birds are there in the world? Which one is the most common? Find out here!Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Jan 17, 20243 min

Ep 118Random Science Facts

How long does water need to sit in the sun before it is safe to drink? Where was Hawaiian pizza created?! Find out with Moosejaw Matt.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Jan 15, 20247 min

Ep 117Pigs

Who knew that pigs could swim so well?! Come get chased...I mean, learn more about pigs with Moosejaw Matt.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.Thanks to RomanSenykMusic for the Intro theme song and to REDproductions for the Outro theme song.

Jan 1, 20248 min

Ep 116Three Year Celebration!!!

Celebrate 3 years together with Moesejaw Matt!!!Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.

Dec 29, 20239 min

Ep 115Mount Thor

This episode needs only one phrase for introduction:The highest vertical drop on the planet!Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.

Dec 24, 20236 min

Ep 114Neurons

Neurons have three parts and essentially perform three tasks. So does Someone else. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.

Nov 29, 202311 min

Ep 113Neurotransmitters Preview

How are running and an illegal drugs similar? How are they different? We are beginning a series about the amazing neurotransmitters God has given us!Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.

Nov 21, 20237 min

Ep 112Hiking Smart

This is the story of a hike where we almost died...except that we chose to be smart and turn around so we could avoid all the drama.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.

Nov 8, 202310 min

Ep 111Rattlesnakes

What makes a rattlesnake rattle? What's that have to do with being hangry? Is that even a word?Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.

Nov 6, 202312 min

Ep 110Bearded Dragon

What is a bearded dragon? Are there dragons? Do they have beards? Find out here with Moosejaw Matt!Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.

Oct 24, 20239 min

Ep 109Caves

What's it like to be inside of a cave? What is the largest cave network in the world? Come along with Moosejaw Matt as he squeezes his way through a cave and listens to someone else share a caving experience they had.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.

Oct 17, 202314 min

Ep 108Cheetah

Ah, yes, the fastest land mammal. I think we all know about the amazing cheetah, but perhaps there's more to learn.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.

Oct 2, 202317 min

Ep 107Big Foot?

What is Big Foot and is it real? Find out right here and right now...sort of.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.

Sep 10, 20235 min

Ep 106Scorpion Experiences

Here are a couple of brief encounters I've had with scorpions, but I've not been stung yet!Happy birthday Emery!Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.

Aug 31, 20235 min

Ep 105Scorpion

What animal scurries around, typically in dry places, and uses a stinger to paralyze its prey? Find out with Moosejaw Matt.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.

Aug 30, 202316 min

Ep 104Giraffe

Think you know everything about giraffes? Think again! Allow Moosejaw Matt to share some facts about the famous giraffe you probably know, and some you may not. Also, listen up for a random dream!Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.

Aug 13, 202314 min

Ep 103Mount Saint Helens: Interview

Join Moosejaw Matt as he talks with Miss Jane Kurtz about what it was like to be near Mount Saint Helens after the eruption.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.

Jul 31, 202332 min

Ep 102What is the Tallest Tree in the World?

What is the tallest tree in the world? Why does blood make scabs? Where can I find dinosaur bones? Find out the answer to these questions here with Moosejaw Matt. We also have some thanks and birthday shout-outs for you.

Jul 19, 202313 min

Ep 101Mount Saint Helens: Recovery

What happened after the 1980 eruption of Mount Saint Helens? Recovery. Find out more about it in this episode in the third part of our series.Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids.Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.

Jul 2, 202312 min