In this magnetic episode of Hey Smartypants, Emma and Zack go on an epic polar adventure to answer a big question from listener Mirri: How do magnets work? 🧲

Join our hosts as they discover that Earth is actually one giant magnet (seriously!), play a game of Magnet Fishing, and learn why some metals stick and others don’t. 🧷 🪙 🔐

Find out how magnets attract and repel, what makes a metal become magnetic, and why compasses get confused at the poles. Plus, you’ll discover the invisible superhero cape that protects our planet from space danger — Earth’s magnetic field!

Perfect for curious kids ages 6+, this episode is packed with cool experiments, silly jokes, and big ideas made easy to understand.