Are we alone in the universe? Or is it possible that intelligent alien life is out there—and we’re just missing the message?

In this mind-expanding episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, host Alex dives deep into one of humanity’s biggest cosmic questions: Do aliens really exist? And if so, why haven’t they contacted us?

From the staggering size of the universe to the famous Drake Equation, the puzzling Fermi Paradox, and theories like the Zoo Hypothesis, this episode explores the science, logic, and curiosity behind the ongoing search for extraterrestrial life. You'll learn about:

How vast space really is—and what that means for alien communication

Why intelligent civilizations might be silent or undetectable

What the Drake Equation says about the odds of life beyond Earth

Possible reasons aliens might ignore us (or not survive long enough to say hi)

NASA’s hunt for microbial life on Mars, Europa, and Enceladus

How advanced alien tech could be unrecognizable to us

Why we might be too early—or too late—for first contact

Whether you’re a UFO enthusiast, an astronomy lover, or just someone who wonders, “Where is everybody?” this episode is packed with fun facts, big questions, and cosmic perspective. Plus, we make it all easy, entertaining, and beginner-friendly—no astrophysics degree required.

🎧 Perfect for fans of science podcasts, space exploration, aliens, SETI, and all things intergalactic.

🛸 Like the episode? Share it with a stargazer, a skeptic, or your friend who swears they saw a UFO last summer. Got a weird science question? Send it our way!

In this episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, we tackle one of the biggest, weirdest, and most universal questions ever: What happens when you die?

Host Alex breaks it down in a way that’s clear, comforting, and (surprisingly) kind of funny. From what science knows about the body shutting down, to what religions and spiritual traditions say happens next, to how philosophers and regular humans deal with the mystery—this episode explores death from all angles, minus the doom and gloom.

We talk:

What death means biologically

Heaven, reincarnation, and other afterlife beliefs

The science of decomposition and cosmic recycling

Whether consciousness might go somewhere

Why thinking about death can actually help you live better

Whether you're death-curious, quietly anxious, or just want to understand what actually happens when we die—this is your soft landing into one of humanity’s hardest questions.

Perfect for anyone who’s ever wondered: "Is this it? What comes next? And… why does it matter?"

🎧 Listen now and get a little wiser, a little lighter, and a lot more curious.

New episode every Monday and Wednesday!

Everybody does it, but why? In this hilariously factual episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, we break down the science of poop, from how your digestive system works to why it smells, what it’s made of, and what happens if you don’t go.

We’ll cover:

• The full (and funny) journey from burrito to bathroom

If you’ve ever been curious about the biology behind “going number two” (or just love a good mix of humor and science), this episode delivers the goods—pun intended.

🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday: Perfect for curious minds, science fans, kids, and anyone who appreciates a little potty humor with their facts.

Do animals actually understand us or are they just great guessers with perfect timing?

From parrots that know colors and numbers, to gorillas using sign language, to prairie dogs with “yellow shirt human” alarm calls, this episode dives into the wild world of animal communication.

We’ll explore famous talking animals like Alex the African grey parrot, Koko the gorilla, and Kanzi the bonobo, plus uncover the secret “languages” of dolphins, elephants, crows, and bees. You’ll learn:

• The surprising science behind how animals communicate

If you’ve ever wondered what your dog is really thinking, why your cat pretends not to hear you, or if whale songs have hidden meanings, this episode is for you.

 Perfect for animal lovers, curious minds, pet owners, and anyone who’s ever talked to their dog like a roommate.

🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday

Ever wonder why a minute has 60 seconds or an hour has 60 minutes? Why not 100? Or 42?

In this episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, host Alex unpacks the surprisingly weird, ancient, and math-filled story behind how humans learned to measure time, and why we still follow a Babylonian system from 4,000 years ago.

You’ll learn:

• Where our 60-second minute and 60-minute hour actually come from (hello, Babylonians 👋)

We’ll talk sundials, time zones, clocks, Greenwich Mean Time, and how we went from shadows on cave walls to measuring 9,192,631,770 atomic vibrations all so you can show up to meetings “on time.”

Whether you’re a history nerd, a science geek, or just someone who’s always late, this episode will change the way you think about time… forever. Or at least for the next few minutes.

Ever wondered what the stock market actually is, and whether it’s more like a serious financial system or a high-stakes game of Monopoly?

In this episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, host Alex breaks down the basics of the stock market in a way that’s simple, funny, and surprisingly enlightening even if you’ve never bought a single share in your life.

You’ll learn:

• What stocks and shares are

We’ll talk about investors, brokers, hedge funds, and even raccoons with briefcases.

It’s a crash course in the financial system that powers the modern world delivered with clarity, curiosity, and a bit of comedy.

So whether you're a total beginner, a curious teen, or someone who's been pretending to understand stocks for years (no judgment), this episode is for you.

From ancient gods to modern faiths, from sky spirits to spaghetti monsters why are there so many religions in the world?

In this episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, host Alex breaks down one of humanity’s biggest questions in a way that’s smart, simple, and surprisingly fun.

We’ll explore:

• Why early humans created stories to explain life, death, and nature

Whether you’re religious, spiritual, agnostic, atheist, or just curious, this episode offers a thoughtful, friendly look at the roots of faith and why people have always searched for meaning in different ways.

Tune in to learn how religion helped us make sense of the world and why it's still evolving today.

What is a black hole, really? Is it a space monster gobbling up stars or just misunderstood cosmic science?

In this episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, host Alex breaks down the wild world of black holes into fun, bite-sized facts even your socks can handle.

We’ll explore:

• What black holes are and how they form

Whether you’re 5 or 95, this is your crash course on one of the most fascinating objects in the cosmos.

Perfect for science lovers, space-curious minds, and anyone who’s ever wondered if their socks are truly safe from being sucked into space.

🔭 Listen now and find out why black holes are the universe’s most mysterious and misunderstood gravity traps.

New episodes out every Monday and Wednesday!

Ever wondered how vaccines actually work, or why people say they “train” your immune system?

In this episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, we break down how vaccines protect your body, how your immune system fights viruses and bacteria, and what really happens after you get a shot.

Host Alex explains complex science in plain language, covering:

• What is a vaccine and how does it work?

It’s like a Marvel movie happening inside your bloodstream—minus the capes, plus a whole lot of science.

Whether you're curious about how vaccines fight off viruses, what “immune response” really means, or how vaccination helps prevent disease spread, this episode is your easy-to-understand, no-jargon guide.

What is quantum physics, and why does it seem so strange?

In this beginner-friendly episode of Explain It Like I’m 5, we break down the basics of quantum mechanics in plain English, no equations, just clear explanations.

Learn about superposition, wave-particle duality, quantum entanglement, the observer effect, and Schrödinger’s famous cat thought experiment.

Host Alex explores why the quantum world defies common sense, how it powers real-world tech like lasers, GPS, and quantum computers, and why even scientists admit it’s still baffling.

If you’ve ever wondered how particles can be in two places at once or why “just looking” changes reality, this is the simple, fun introduction to quantum physics you’ve been looking for.