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It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly!

In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and this week we're digging up the past learning all about archaeology. 

Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with a heartwarming story — the birth of two baby reindeer at a UK zoo. Next, we explore a fascinating study revealing that apes have been seen treating the wounds of their injured friends. And finally, Dan is joined by Dr. Mahesh Anand from the Open University to talk about an extraordinary gift he’s received from China — with origins that are literally out of this world.

Then, we answer your questions! Etta wants to know: Why some popcorn kernels don't pop and Tom-Joshi Cale from Exeter University answers Sebastian’s question: Will Earth ever leave the Milky Way?

In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Leopard seal

In Battle of the Sciences, we’re digging into why archaeology matters—with the Alfredo Cortell-Nicolau guiding us through the secrets the past!

What do we learn about?

·   A science gift 'rarer than gold'
·   Why some popcorn kernels... don't pop
·   If Earth will ever leave the Milky Way?
·   The deadly Leopard seal
·   And in Battle of the Sciences, the secrets of the past!

All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

It&rsquo;s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly!
In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and this week we're digging up the past learning all about archaeology.&nbsp;
Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with a heartwarming story &mdash; the birth of two baby reindeer at a UK zoo. Next, we explore a fascinating study revealing that apes have been seen treating the wounds of their injured friends. And finally, Dan is joined by Dr. Mahesh Anand from the Open University to talk about an extraordinary gift he&rsquo;s received from China &mdash; with origins that are literally out of this world.
Then, we answer your questions! Etta wants to know:&nbsp;Why some popcorn kernels don't pop and Tom-Joshi Cale from Exeter University answers Sebastian&rsquo;s question: Will Earth ever leave the Milky Way?
In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Leopard seal
In Battle of the Sciences, we&rsquo;re digging into why archaeology matters&mdash;with the Alfredo Cortell-Nicolau guiding us through the secrets the past!
What do we learn about?
&middot;&nbsp; &nbsp;A science gift 'rarer than gold' &middot;&nbsp; &nbsp;Why some popcorn kernels... don't pop &middot;&nbsp; &nbsp;If Earth will ever leave the Milky Way? &middot;&nbsp; &nbsp;The deadly Leopard seal &middot;&nbsp; &nbsp;And in Battle of the Sciences, the secrets of the past!
All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

Exploring the coolest and most incredible stuff in science, from way back when dinosaurs roamed the Earth to a future where humans live in space!

Fun Kids Science Quest is hosted by Dan and is the perfect science podcast for kids and families everywhere. Each week, you'll find episodes from series like Deep Space High, Age of the Dinosaurs and Professor Hallux.

There's also a special guest, top experts answering all your science questions and Dangerous Dan - something scientific that’s also a little bit deadly!

You can listen to Dan on Fun Kids (weekdays from 1pm) on DAB Digital Radio across the UK, on the free Fun Kids app and online at funkidslive.com

Plus, when you become a Fun Kids Podcasts Plus subscriber, you get access to hundreds of episodes of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, but able to listen ad-free and get new episodes early! It's out of this world! Not only that you'll get similar benefits on over 30 Fun Kids podcasts plus you'll be safe in the knowledge that you're supporting Fun Kids in bringing high-quality, entertaining, and safe content for your family.

Find out more at FunKidsLive.com/plus

Exploring the coolest and most incredible stuff in science, from way back when dinosaurs roamed the Earth to a future where humans live in space!
Fun Kids Science Quest is hosted by Dan and is the perfect science podcast for kids and families everywhere. Each week, you'll find episodes from series like Deep Space High, Age of the Dinosaurs and Professor Hallux.
There's also a special guest, top experts answering all your science questions and Dangerous Dan - something scientific that&rsquo;s also a little bit deadly!
You can listen to Dan on Fun Kids (weekdays from 1pm) on DAB Digital Radio across the UK, on the free Fun Kids app and online at funkidslive.com
Plus, when you become a Fun Kids Podcasts Plus subscriber, you get access to hundreds of episodes of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, but able to listen ad-free and get new episodes early! It's out of this world! Not only that you'll get similar benefits on over 30 Fun Kids podcasts plus you'll be safe in the knowledge that you're supporting Fun Kids in bringing high-quality, entertaining, and safe content for your family.
Find out more at&nbsp;<a href="https://FunKidsLive.com/plus">FunKidsLive.com/plus</a>