Constant Wonder KIDS

More animal (and plant and bug) explorations are coming your way in January! While you're waiting, be sure to visit our website at byuradio.org/constant-wonder-kids and print out a passport for Season 1. Check off all the amazing animals you met this season!

When Carl met Alfie the baby owl, she was sick and about to die. With his help, Alfie grew healthy and strong, proving that good comes when we help animals one by one. Guest: Carl Safina, author of “Alfie and Me: What Owls Know, What Humans Believe" and Professor for Nature and Humanity at Stony Brook University

You might think that snorkeling is just for coral reefs, but Keith Williams knows that we can see amazing wildlife when we snorkel in the rivers and streams near our homes! Get to know candy darters, salmon, and other interesting freshwater creatures. Guest: Keith Williams, author of "Snorkeling Rivers and Streams: An Aquatic Guide to Underwater Discovery and Adventure" and guide at Freshwater Journeys

Listen to bat-lover Rodrigo Medellin share his love for the flying mammals. Known as the Batman of Mexico, his enthusiasm and love for bats make him their greatest defender. Guest: Rodrigo Medellin, Professor of Ecology at the National Autonomous University of Mexico

Poop might seem gross or silly to you, but to Joe Roman, poop is an important part of our ecosystems and a reason to feel awe and wonder. Guest: Joe Roman, author of "Eat, Poop, Die: How Animals Make Our World"

Wolves and ranchers are constantly in conflict, with wolves hunting cattle and ranchers hunting wolves. Despite their differences, Daniel Curry wants to help both sides and be a peacemaker in the Wolf Wars. Guest: Daniel Curry, range rider and wolf advocate in Eastern Washington

Gorillas, elephants, and hippopotamuses need wildlife veterinarians to help them stay healthy. But wildlife vets help humans, too! Dr. Gladys helps gorilla and human communities in Uganda stay safe from diseases and build a brighter future. Guest: Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, veterinarian and public health expert

Octopuses are unique, intelligent creatures with mind-boggling abilities like shape-shifting and camouflage. But for Sy Montgomery, the most interesting thing about octopuses are their fun personalities and the friendships she's developed with them. Guest: Sy Montgomery, naturalist and author

When a baby elephant's mother is killed by poachers, she is brought to the Reteti Elephant Sanctuary. Listen to stories from this amazing place where humans save animals and sometimes, animals save humans, too. Guest: Ami Vitale, National Geographic photographer and filmmaker

Meet Hedgehog Hugh—he's a conservationist who loves and studies... hedgehogs! Listen to how he discovered his favorite animal and how his love of hedgehogs helps to make the world a better place. Guest: Hugh Warwick, spokesperson for the British Hedgehog Preservation Society

Can animals play duets with humans? Listen as David Rothenberg makes beautiful music with birds and whales. You won't believe your ears! Guest: David Rothenberg, composer, author, and professor of music and philosophy at the New Jersey Institute of Technology

Sharks are known as scary creatures, but to Rachel Graham, they’re charming friends who need our help. Get to know some of Rachel’s shark friends and hear how she helped inspire her human friends to help endangered sharks. Guest: Rachel Graham, Founder and Executive Director of MarAlliance

When endangered giraffes are trapped on an island, conservationist David O’Connor needs to find a way to help them. Working as a team, David and local wildlife support build the first-ever raft for giraffes: the Gi-Raft! Guest: David O’Connor, President of Save Giraffes Now Photo credit: Ami Vitale

Welcome to Constant Wonder KIDS, the podcast that turns everyday moments into extraordinary adventures! Designed for curious kids (and the grown-ups who love them), our show takes you on thrilling journeys through the wonders of the natural world. Discover fascinating facts and true stories about amazing people doing incredible things in nature. Join us as we explore the playful side of octopuses who enjoy toys like Lego bricks. Dive into the ocean with whale sharks and meet one who has an unexpectedly friendly personality. Or cheer for tiny athletes at the International Hedgehog Olympic Games. Each episode of Constant Wonder KIDS is a bite-sized story taken from our parent podcast, Constant Wonder. Perfect for road trips, bedtime listening, or when your brain’s got an itch that needs to be scratched. Listen to Constant Wonder KIDS starting September 9, 2024. New episodes every Monday! Hosted by Paige Krumperman, Constant Wonder KIDS is a BYUradio podcast.