Dawna Oak's the Senior Director of Costumes for Disney On Ice and is sharing her journey into costume design, her creative process, and her favourite costumes. Dawna emphasises the importance of collaboration, sketching, and fabric selection in costume creation and also offers tips for listeners interested in designing their own costumes, encouraging creativity and resourcefulness by using items from their own closets! 

It's time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly!  This episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly we continue our bigger and better podcast where we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn all about  International Observe the Moon Day from a real-life astronaut. Dan starts with the latest science news, how the Boeing Starliner completed its journey back to earth, why adopting pigs has improved the well-being of school pupils and Astronaut Jake Foster from the Royal Observatory Greenwich tells us all about International Observe the Moon Day and what we can learn from the moon? Then we delve into your questions where Dan explains the difference between petrol and diesel & the National Space Centre's Ed Turner answers Calan's question asking what's inside a black hole? Dangerous Dan continues and we learn all about the Therizinosaurus The Battle of the Sciences continues where Dan chats to Justin Stebbing from Anglia Ruskin University about why the Biomedical Sciences is the best kind of science? What do we learn about? The Boeing Starliner's return to earth International Observe The Moon Day from Astronaut Jake Foster What's inside a black hole? Is Biomedical Sciences the best type of science? All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

In "The Little Kind Wolf," Roxy, a gentle wolf banished by his pack for being a vegetarian, encounters a group of cheetah cubs who initially fear him due to his species. Despite their initial hesitation, they become friends, and Roxy invites them to a party with other vegetarian animals. 📖On Story Quest, Dan narrates stories with titles and characters suggested by Fun Kids Radio's listeners. Perfect as bedtime stories or stories for long journeys! 📺You can watch your favourite stories, on-demand, on the Story Quest Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@funkidsradiostories 🔴 We also have live non-stop stories available to watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SEm2D927Cw 🎧 You can also subscribe to the stories as a podcast. Just search for Story Quest in your favourite podcast app or visit : https://podfollow.com/storyquest 💭 Suggest your story and characters and hear them in future stories at https://www.funkidslive.com/storyquest

Bex and Gemma Atkinson embark on a road trip to Disney On Ice, exploring the magic of ice skating, dancing, and costume design! They meet figure skater Sean-Isaac Parry at the Planet Ice rink in Manchester, where he shares his journey into ice skating, starting at age 10 and eventually performing with Disney On Ice. Sean discusses the rigorous rehearsal process, teamwork, and the joy of performing beloved Disney characters. He also offers tips for beginners, including basic skating moves that can be practiced off the ice!

It's time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly!  This episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly we continue our bigger and better podcast where we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn all about when NASA's stranded astronauts could return to Earth Dan starts with the latest science news, why five species of seabird to the UK's red list of birds - and why they're in need of conservation, how Marwell Zoo delivered the miracle birth and The National Space Centre's Dhara Patel from Longleat Safari Park tells us all about how SpaceX will help return NASA''s stranded astronauts in 2025. Then we delve into your questions where Dan explains why gold is so expensive & answers Isaac's question asking how bouncy balls work? Dangerous Dan continues and we learn all about the Amazonian Giant Centipede The Battle of the Sciences continues where Dan chats to Karzan Hughes from the University of Sheffield about why the Orthoptics is the best kind of science? What do we learn about? - Why 5 species of seabird have been added to the UK's red list of birds - The miracle birth of a baby giraffe at Marwell Zoo - What the future holds for NASA's stranded astronauts? - How bouncy balls work? - Is Orthoptics the best type of science? All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

In "The Vampire's Haunted Castle," Obi, a magical fox-red Labrador known for his super speed and teleportation, receives a plea for help from a village plagued by eerie noises from a nearby castle. Upon investigating, Obi discovers the castle is haunted by ghostly knights and a vampire named Count Nocturne. 📖On Story Quest, Dan narrates stories with titles and characters suggested by Fun Kids Radio's listeners. Perfect as bedtime stories or stories for long journeys! 📺You can watch your favourite stories, on-demand, on the Story Quest Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@funkidsradiostories 🔴 We also have live non-stop stories available to watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SEm2D927Cw 🎧 You can also subscribe to the stories as a podcast. Just search for Story Quest in your favourite podcast app or visit : https://podfollow.com/storyquest 💭 Suggest your story and characters and hear them in future stories at https://www.funkidslive.com/storyquest

Host Bex takes listeners on a thrilling journey to the Imperial War Museum in Duxford. Known for its expansive outdoor space filled with historic aircraft, Duxford showcases planes from the early 1900s to modern times, including the iconic Concorde. Bex chats with Liam from the visitor experience team, who shares insights about the museum's various hangars, the impressive collection of aircraft, and the active airfield where visitors can witness flying displays.

We find out the intricate processes involved in chocolate production, highlighting the role of various engineers—mechanical, electrical, and software—in designing and automating chocolate manufacturing systems... 

It's time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly!  This episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly we continue our bigger and better podcast where we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn all about a critically endangered monkey born at a UK Safari Park. Dan starts with the latest science news, why SpaceX has postponed its mission for the first ever space walk, how the Moon's South Pole was once covered in molten rock and Animal Adventure Keeper Samantha Peeke from Longleat Safari Park tells us all about the birth of an endangered cotton top tamarin monkey baby Then we delve into your questions where Dan explains why onions make us cry & How Stuff Works' Laurie Dove answers Huxley's question asking what is really in a camel's humps. Dangerous Dan continues and we learn all about the heaviest insect in the world - The Giant Weta The Battle of the Sciences continues where Dan chats to Jay Silverstein from Nottingham Trent University about why the Anthropology is the best kind of science? What do we learn about? - SpaceX postponing it's mission for the first ever space walk - How the Moon was once covered in molten rock - An endangered monkey born at the UK's Longleat Safari Park - What a camel really carries in its humps? - Is Anthropology the best type of science? All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

In a tranquil valley, a young horse named Spark feels out of place due to his unusual appearance and mysterious abilities, which lead to teasing from the other horses. One day, he meets a strange creature who reveals that Spark is more special than he ever imagined. As he learns to harness his powers, a dark force threatens the valley. 📖On Story Quest, Dan narrates stories with titles and characters suggested by Fun Kids Radio's listeners. Perfect as bedtime stories or stories for long journeys! 📺You can watch your favourite stories, on-demand, on the Story Quest Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@funkidsradiostories 🔴 We also have live non-stop stories available to watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SEm2D927Cw 🎧 You can also subscribe to the stories as a podcast. Just search for Story Quest in your favourite podcast app or visit : https://podfollow.com/storyquest 💭 Suggest your story and characters and hear them in future stories at https://www.funkidslive.com/storyquest

Adam explores a new boutique at Hamleys in London, which offers a variety of creative experiences for families, including charm bracelet making, hair braiding, and child-friendly makeup. The boutique aims to provide a fun, hands-on environment where visitors can express themselves and enjoy activities together. 

It's time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly!  This episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly we continue our bigger and better podcast where we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn all about how Scottish Islands may hold the secret behind 'Snowball Earth' Dan starts with the latest science news, how a rocket's engine exploded in the Shetland Islands, why two astronaut's who left for the International Space Station in June are still there and Elias Rugen from University College London tells us what secrets the Scottish islands hold to help us truly understand the theory of 'Snowball Earth' Then we delve into your questions where Dan explains why we sweat and why February is the only month affected by a leap year. Dangerous Dan continues and we learn all about the Frilled Shark The Battle of the Sciences continues where Dan chats to Henry Taylor from University of Birmingham about why the Philosophy of Science is the best kind of science? What do we learn about? - A rocket's engine exploding in the Shetland Islands - Astronaut's stuck at the International Space Station - Snowball Theory and why Scotland holds the secrets to it - Why February is the only month affected by leap years - Is the Philosophy of Science the best type of science? All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

Rose and Lotty, two best friends, discover a magical time gate that lets them travel to different moments in history. They have incredible adventures, like sneaking into Queen Victoria's coronation and meeting pirates, while also making a new friend named Lily, who can time travel too. Everything changes however when they enter the world of the dinosaurs! 📖On Story Quest, Dan narrates stories with titles and characters suggested by Fun Kids Radio's listeners. Perfect as bedtime stories or stories for long journeys! 📺You can watch your favourite stories, on-demand, on the Story Quest Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@funkidsradiostories 🔴 We also have live non-stop stories available to watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SEm2D927Cw 🎧 You can also subscribe to the stories as a podcast. Just search for Story Quest in your favourite podcast app or visit : https://podfollow.com/storyquest 💭 Suggest your story and characters and hear them in future stories at https://www.funkidslive.com/storyquest

Conor visits the London Museum Docklands to explore a new pop-up beach called 'Seaside in the City' which runs until August 26th. The museum offers a fun, immersive experience celebrating East London's historical ties! Conor tours the museum and has a go at interactive exhibits, including a seaside-themed room filled with toys and climbing structures, a skiff boat, and galleries that recreate 1840s London life.

It's time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly!  This episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly we continue our bigger and better podcast where we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn all about how a Yorkshire garden has been designed to help adjust with the differing climates of the UK. Dan starts with the latest science news, why there's new hope for the endangered Corncrake bird, how the success of a racehorse could be determined by what's in its stomach and Andy Sturgeon tells us how his design for a Mediterranean inspired garden in Yorkshire has made been to suit the changing climate. Then we delve into your questions where Dan explains how birds grow feathers & Brian McGill from the Glasgow Caledonian University answers Sam's question on how glass lenses work? Dangerous Dan continues and we learn all about the Jaguarundi causing havoc across the Americas from North to South. The Battle of the Sciences continues where Dan chats to Akira O'Connor from University of St Andrews about why Neuroscience is the best kind of science? What do we learn about? - New hope for the Corncrake bird - How you can tell how good a racehorse will be from its stomach - A garden that's been designed to adapt to climate change - How glass lenses work - Is Neuroscience the best type of science? All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

Tulip the Rabbit is pulled out of her quiet meadow life when the town’s favorite cat, Lollop McFlop, goes missing. Teaming up with Detective Max, Tulip follows a strange smell to an old factory where a gang of chickens is up to no good. Can Tulip help solve the mystery and bring Lollop home?  📖On Story Quest, Dan narrates stories with titles and characters suggested by Fun Kids Radio's listeners. Perfect as bedtime stories or stories for long journeys! 📺You can watch your favourite stories, on-demand, on the Story Quest Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@funkidsradiostories 🔴 We also have live non-stop stories available to watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SEm2D927Cw 🎧 You can also subscribe to the stories as a podcast. Just search for Story Quest in your favourite podcast app or visit : https://podfollow.com/storyquest 💭 Suggest your story and characters and hear them in future stories at https://www.funkidslive.com/storyquest

Adam's off to Lewes, just north of Brighton, to visit Tree Trent HQ. Tree Tents are magical structures that are suspended in the air and provide you with a nice place to spend the night! He's chatting to Jason, the founder, about how they're made and how on Earth they stay so high! Plus, we're visiting the Secret Campsite to stay the night in a Tree Tent. Adam finds out all about nature and wildlife and the environment, and even spies a glow worm...

It's time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly!  This episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly we continue our bigger and better podcast where we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn all about how a UK scientist is using drone technology to save Madagascar's forests Dan starts with the latest science news, why the world's biggest iceberg is spinning in the ocean, what rare animal Chester Zoo is celebrating the birth of and Jenny Williams from Kew's Royal Botanical Gardens tells us how her cutting edge use of drone and satellite technology is helping battle deforestation in Madagascar. Then we delve into your questions where Dan explains what would happen to a human in space without a space suit & Daniel Mills from the University of Lincoln answers Claudia's question on why dogs have different types of ears? Dangerous Dan continues and we learn all about the Viper Shark The Battle of the Sciences continues where Dan chats to Lucien Heurtier from Kings College London about why Particles Physics is the best kind of science? What do we learn about? - Why the world's biggest iceberg is spinning in the ocean - The extremely rare creature that's birth is being celebrated at Chester Zoo - How drones are helping save Madagascar's forests - Why dogs have different types of ears? - Is Particle Physics the best type of science? All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

It's Harrison's idea this week! When Jamie stumbles upon a mysterious trapdoor in the forest, he’s thrust into an underground world of magic and mischief. Guided by a bonkers wizard Spellgod and the enchanting Unicornbot, Jamie discovers he has a special role to play in protecting this hidden realm from the sinister Badbot.  📖On Story Quest, Dan narrates stories with titles and characters suggested by Fun Kids Radio's listeners. Perfect as bedtime stories or stories for long journeys! 📺You can watch your favourite stories, on-demand, on the Story Quest Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@funkidsradiostories 🔴 We also have live non-stop stories available to watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SEm2D927Cw 🎧 You can also subscribe to the stories as a podcast. Just search for Story Quest in your favourite podcast app or visit : https://podfollow.com/storyquest 💭 Suggest your story and characters and hear them in future stories at https://www.funkidslive.com/storyquest

Adam visits the National Portrait Gallery in London, where he explores the gallery's diverse collection of portraits, ranging from paintings to sculptures! The gallery's focus is on telling the story of Britain through portraits, bringing history to life and exploring contemporary culture. Highlights include the Tudor room, featuring the six wives of Henry VIII, and an exhibition on these historical figures. The gallery also offers interactive trails like 'History Detectives' to engage families, and hosts a family festival with activities inspired by current exhibitions. For more information about the gallery and its offerings, visitors can check the National Portrait Gallery's website.

It's time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly!  This episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly we continue our bigger and better podcast where we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn all about an oxygen discovery defying our knowledge of the deep ocean. Dan starts with the latest science news, where we learn about the internal parts of a pre-historic creature pre-dating the dinosaurs being discovered, a breed of butterfly thought to be extinct making a comeback 60 years later and Franz Geiger from Northwestern University in Illinois, USA tells us all about dark oxygen and how it's questioning our knowledge of the sea bed. Then we delve into your questions where Dan explains where the first bit of energy came from & Laurie Dove from How Stuff Works answers Zayn's question on why trees breath in carbon dioxide? Dangerous Dan continues and we learn all about the Saddleback Caterpillar from the East Coast of the USA  The Battle of the Sciences continues where Dan chats to Sam McKee from Manchester Metropolitan University about why Molecular Biology is the best kind of science? What do we learn about? - A pre-historic creature pre-dating the dinosaurs - A butterfly believed to be extinct for 60 years making a return - Dark oxygen defying our knowledge of the deep ocean - Why trees breathe in carbon dioxide? - Is Molecular Biology the best type of science? All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

The team interview engineers who are at the forefront of developing new technologies in various fields such as escape rooms, interactive museum exhibits, and more! They delve into the technical aspects of creating these experiences, highlighting the roles of mechanical, electrical, and audio-visual engineers in bringing interactive games and displays to life. 

ACTION BEAVER: We have great Story Quest teamwork this week as we combine Elyza's lost fossil idea with Thomas' character ACTION BEAVER! Action Beaver, a super-strong beaver, alerts his beaver friends to build a giant dam to stop a huge floodwave. Eliza McGyver, who loves fossils and lives in a museum, finds out the beavers have taken all the fossils for the dam. With the flood getting closer, Eliza and the beavers work quickly to build the biggest dam ever, using the fossils 📖On Story Quest Dan narrates stories with titles and characters suggested by Fun Kids Radio's listeners. Perfect as bedtime stories or stories for long journeys! 📺You can watch your favourite stories, on-demand, on the Story Quest Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@funkidsradiostories 🔴 We also have live non-stop stories available to watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SEm2D927Cw 🎧 You can also subscribe to the stories as a podcast. Just search for Story Quest in your favourite podcast app or visit : https://podfollow.com/storyquest 💭 Suggest your story and characters and hear them in future stories at https://www.funkidslive.com/storyquest

Toy store Hamleys are holding fun fuelled activities throughout the holidays! From making your very own medals and trophies to competing in gaming jumbo jamboree fun, the entertainment is never-ending!

It's time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly!  This episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly we continue our bigger and better podcast where we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn all about Kent archaeologists discovering pre-historic life. Dan starts with the latest science news, where we learn about the Sun heading towards its busiest time known as The Solar Maximum, NASA tasking Elon Musk's SpaceX to bring down the International Space Station and Richard Taylor from the Kent Archaeological Society tell us all about how they've managed to find proof of pre-historic life. Then we delve into your questions where Dan explains what atoms are made of & Kirsty McCabe from the Royal Meteorological Society answers Jacob's question on how wind is created? Dangerous Dan continues and we learn all about 'The Pint Sized Predator' also known as the Northern Shrike. The Battle of the Sciences continues where Dan chats to Reuben Nowell from the University of Stirling about why Animal Evolutionary Biology is the best kind of science? What do we learn about? - The Solar Maximum - SpaceX's mission to bring down the International Space Station - Kent archaeologists discovering pre-historic life - How wind is created? - Is Animal Evolutionary Biology the best type of science? All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

In Oliver's story suggestion Grandpa Donkey, happily living on Wonky Farm, forgets his real name until a playful pup named Clover prompts a quest for a new one.  📖On Story Quest Dan narrates stories with titles and characters suggested by Fun Kids Radio's listeners. Perfect as bedtime stories or stories for long journeys! 📺You can watch your favourite stories, on-demand, on the Story Quest Youtube Channel 🔴 Can't decide on a story? We also have live non-stop stories available to watch there too! 🎧 Subscribe to the stories as a podcast. Just search for Story Quest in your favourite podcast app or visit 💭 Suggest your story and characters and hear them in future stories at https://www.funkidslive.com/storyquest

Bex follows the bath bomb she made in Poole to one of Lush's biggest stores: Lush Oxford Street!  There, she has a go at one of their parties and finds out more about some of their best selling products. 

It's time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly!  This episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly we continue our bigger and better podcast where we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn all about an immersive show promoting the Isle of Man's vast wildlife Dan starts with the latest science news, where we learn about a dinosaur skeleton going in an auction for £34 million, scientists discovering a cave on the moon and MIchelle Jamieson & Chloe Shimmin from the Let's Get Wild tell us all about what they're latest immersive production is doing to promote wildlife on the Isle of Man. Then we delve into your questions where Dan answers Amelia's question on how wood is turned into paper & Ed Turner from the National Space Centre answers Ansho's question on how scientists weigh planets? Dangerous Dan continues and we learn all about the deadline parasite Dracunculus medinensis better known as the Guinea Worm The Battle of the Sciences continues where Dan chats to Gillian Forrester from the University of Sussex about why Cognitive Science is the best kind of science? What do we learn about? - The most expensive dinosaur skeleton of all time - A cave being discovered on the moon - An immersive show showcasing Isle of Man's vast wildlife - How scientists weigh planets? - Is Cognitive Science the best type of science? All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

Billy the bat thought he was the only bat in the world and loved telling other animals all about bats. Billy the Bat's world changes forever when a vampire shares a special secret. 📖On Story Quest Dan narrates stories with titles and characters suggested by Fun Kids Radio's listeners. Perfect as bedtime stories or stories for long journeys! 📺You can watch your favourite stories, on-demand, on the Story Quest Youtube Channel 🔴 Can't decide on a story? We also have live non-stop stories available to watch there too! 🎧 Subscribe to the stories as a podcast. Just search for Story Quest in your favourite podcast app or visit 💭 Suggest your story and characters and hear them in future stories at https://www.funkidslive.com/storyquest

Lush makes millions of bath bombs every single year. In this week's episode of Activity Quest, we're off to Poole to see their factory where every single one of them is made.

It's time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly!  This episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly we continue our bigger and better podcast where we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn all about octopuses changing colour in Anglesey in Wales. Dan starts with the latest science news, where we learn about a faraway planet called HD198733B that stinks of rotten eggs, why some eagles have skipped breeding season to look after their 2 year old chick and Ciara Taylor from the Marine Conservation Society tells us about an octopus spotted changing colour in Wales. Then we delve into your questions where Dan answers Alana's question on why we don't get dizzy by the world spinning & Chris Lewis from the University of Copenhagen answers Lewis' question on why animals hibernate? Dangerous Dan continues and we learn all about the fearsome Allosaurus The Battle of the Sciences continues where Dan chats to Grace Carroll about why Animal Welfare Science is the best kind of science? What do we learn about? - A planet that stinks of rotten eggs - Why some eagles are skipping breeding season? - Octopuses changing colour in Anglesey, Wales - Why animals hibernate? - Is Animal Welfare Science the best type of science? All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

THE SCIENCE EXPERIMENT GONE WRONG : As a science competition experiment goes haywire, two girls come to face to face with a GIANT ant! Will they ever be the same again? 📖On Story Quest Dan narrates stories with titles and characters suggested by Fun Kids Radio's listeners. Perfect as bedtime stories or stories for long journeys! 📺You can watch your favourite stories, on-demand, on the Story Quest Youtube Channel 🔴 Can't decide on a story? We also have live non-stop stories available to watch there too! 🎧 Subscribe to the stories as a podcast. Just search for Story Quest in your favourite podcast app or visit 💭 Suggest your story and characters and hear them in future stories at https://www.funkidslive.com/storyquest

We visit We The Curious in Bristol, where the Fun Kids Time Machine is sealed. Author Sam Sedgman and the design team behind the time capsule discuss the unique aspects of it, which includes using decommissioned scuba tanks and sophisticated locking mechanisms that allow it to open automatically after a set duration! The time capsule was filled with submissions from listeners expressing their hopes and dreams for the future and it will be displayed at We The Curious science centre. 

It's time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly!  This episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly we continue our bigger and better podcast where we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn all about why AI has been enlisted to find the world's loneliest tree a partner. Dan starts with the latest science news, where we learn about a study in Kenya that has discovered that elephants have nicknames for each other, how the smallest known ape in the world's fossil - the Buronious Manfredschmidi - has been found in Germany and Laura Cinti from the University of Southampton tells us about the world's loneliest plant and why AI has been asked to help find it a partner? Then we delve into your questions where Dan answers Astrid's question on what animal is the best hunter? Dangerous Dan continues and we learn all about the Brown Recluse Spider from North America and why it's venom is so feared? The Battle of the Sciences continues where Dan chats to Nigel Clarke from the University of Sheffield about why Materials Physics is the best kind of science? What do we learn about? - Elephants having nicknames - The world's smallest known ape's fossil being discovered - Why the world's loneliest plant needs a partner? - What animal is the best hunter? - Is Materials Physics the best type of science? All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

We’ve been finding out a lot about pylons – and now it’s over to YOU!We want you to imagine and design a pylon of the future. Your designs could potentially influence how the UK approaches its energy infrastructure in the years to come!

With growing reliance on green energy that don’t release harmful gases into the atmosphere, many more Pylons are needed to connect these new supplies with where we live and today Marina and Map App look at how they're becoming more sustainable

The British weather can be very varied And to withstand the weather – whatever it is, pylons need to be strong – very strong! Today Marina and Map App take a look at what is used to make them and how they're constructed.

One of the most striking features of a Pylon is the way it looks and if it blends into its surroundings! Today Marina and Map App take a dive into how they're designed

Pylons – those tall metal structures that we see across the country - are vital in helping move electricity around but today Marina and Map App teach us that some of it requires to be sent underground and how this is done?

Have you ever thought about how the electricity we use every day gets to our homes, schools and places of work? Marina and her trusty friend Map App dive into the seriously cool technology needed.

THE CRAZY TEACHER: Maplewood Primary’s new teacher, Mr. Whizbang, is super weird but super fun! He wears bright clothes and tells amazing stories that everyone loves—except Commander X, a student who can fly and always wears a cape. When Mr. Whizbang gives a strange homework assignment, Commander X discovers magical spell books that explain all the crazy stories. What secrets is Mr. Whizbang hiding?  📖On Story Quest Dan narrates stories with titles and characters suggested by Fun Kids Radio's listeners. Perfect as bedtime stories or stories for long journeys! 📺You can watch your favourite stories, on-demand, on the Story Quest Youtube Channel 🔴 Can't decide on a story? We also have live non-stop stories available to watch there too! 🎧 Subscribe to the stories as a podcast. Just search for Story Quest in your favourite podcast app or visit 💭 Suggest your story and characters and hear them in future stories at https://www.funkidslive.com/storyquest

Adam's back at the Natural History Museum, this time visiting a new exhibition called Birds Brilliant and Bizarre. The exhibition showcases the evolutionary success of birds, their adaptations, and their survival from the dinosaur era to the present. Highlights of the exhibition include a look at the relationship between birds and dinosaurs, showcasing specimens like a T-Rex jawbone and exploring the adaptations of various birds, such as the barn owl's unique hearing mechanism. The exhibition also delves into the life cycle of birds and their diverse survival strategies.

In this episode of Undercover Engineers, Lloydie and Becky dive into the fascinating world of e-democracy and explore how technology is revolutionising the way we make decisions. From online voting to data-driven decision-making, they discuss the potential and challenges of integrating digital platforms into democratic processes.

It's time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly!  This episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly we continue our bigger and better podcast where we put YOUR questions to our team of experts, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn all about the discovery of the earliest and most distant galaxy. Dan starts with the latest science news, where we learn about a rare bridled tern and a golden puffin discovered just off the North East coast of the UK, how firefighters are dealing with wildfires in the world's biggest tropical wetlands in Brazil - The Pantanel and Kevin Hainline from the University of Arizona tells us about the earliest and most distant galaxy discovered by the James Webb Telescope called JADES-GS-z14-0. Then we delve into your questions where Dan explains how viruses are cured and we pose Tiffany's question on how the northern lights are formed to Astronomer Tom Kerss. Dangerous Dan continues and we learn all about the Goliath Tiger Fish and why it's so feared in African waters. The Battle of the Sciences continues where Dan chats to Charlotte Dodson from the University of Bath about why Structural Biology is the best kind of science? What do we learn about? - Two rare fish discovered off the coast of the UK - Brazil's Tropical Wildfires - The most distant and earliest galaxy discovered by the James Webb Telescope - How the Northern Lights are formed? - Is Structural Biology the best type of science? All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

Smudge, a mischievous water pixie, is avoided by everyone due to her pranks. After a prank on the Sea King, she explores the forbidden Deep Blue Sea Dungeon and accidentally awakens a monstrous guardian.  📖On Story Quest Dan narrates stories with titles and characters suggested by Fun Kids Radio's listeners. Perfect as bedtime stories or stories for long journeys! 📺You can watch your favourite stories, on-demand, on the Story Quest Youtube Channel 🔴 Can't decide on a story? We also have live non-stop stories available to watch there too! 🎧 Subscribe to the stories as a podcast. Just search for Story Quest in your favourite podcast app or visit 💭 Suggest your story and characters and hear them in future stories at https://www.funkidslive.com/storyquest

We've all heard of monsters UNDER the bed... But in this story, when Kaz moves to a spooky old house, she finds a monster on top of the bed!

Adam visits the Natural History Museum in London to learn about the National Education Nature Park programme from Laura. This initiative encourages schools across England to transform their outdoor spaces into greener areas by planting pollinator-friendly plants, building ponds, and creating green walls, aiming to benefit both wildlife and the mental well-being of students! Laura explains the programme's five-step process, which includes assessing the site, planning, and implementing changes, and then evaluating the impact on local wildlife and the community's response. The programme also offers digital tools and creative activities, making it accessible to a wide range of interests and abilities.

It's time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly!  This episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly we continue our bigger and better podcast where we put YOUR questions to our team of experts, have scientists battle it out for which science is the best & learn all about a brand new archaeology gallery opening in Kent. Dan starts with the latest science news, where we learn about Elon Musk's Starship rocket and its breakthrough landing, how a family Bornean Clouded Leopards were caught on camera for the very first time and Evelyn Palmer from the Maidstone Museum tells us all about their newest galley called 'Lives in our Landscape' all about the archaeology of Kent. Then we delve into your questions where Dan explains what the strongest material in the universe is and we pose Bradley's question on how aeroplanes work to Science Writer Chris Woodford Dangerous Dan continues and we learn all about the Himalayan Black Bear and why it's so feared The Battle of the Sciences continues where Dan chats to Professor Ben Goult from the University of Liverpool about why Mechanobiology is the best kind of science? What do we learn about? - Why Elon Musk and other companies entering the space race is so important? - The first ever pictured Bornean Clouded Leopard - How Maidstone Museum is teaching the people of Kent about it's history through a new archaeology gallery - How aeroplanes and rockets work? - Is Mechanobiology the best type of science? All on this week's episode of Science Weekly!

A young wizards special hat goes missing and he embarks on a quest to retrieve it, however all isn't what it seems... If you're a fan of the Harry Potter books - this magical story could be for you!  📖On Story Quest Dan narrates stories with titles and characters suggested by Fun Kids Radio's listeners. Perfect as bedtime stories or stories for long journeys! 📺You can watch your favourite stories, on-demand, on the Story Quest Youtube Channel 🔴 Can't decide on a story? We also have live non-stop stories available to watch there too! 🎧 Subscribe to the stories as a podcast. Just search for Story Quest in your favourite podcast app or visit 💭 Suggest your story and characters and hear them in future stories at https://www.funkidslive.com/storyquest

We're going on an exciting journey up Snowdon on the Snowdon Mountain Railway in Wales! We start our journey in Llanberis, where the railway station is located, and find out all about the history and details of this narrow gauge rack and pinion railway that has been operational since 1896. The railway offers stunning views of Snowdonia National Park and provides a unique, accessible way for visitors to reach the summit of Mount Snowdon, the highest peak in Wales and England.