Spectacular Science

Spectacular Science

By Akshay JayaramanScienceEducation
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Spectacular Science episodes

  • How Do We Breathe?
    You always breathe every day! But, have you ever stopped to notice how we breathe? We take breathing for granted, but on this episode, Akshay explores the science of the respiratory system, which helps us breathe! Don’t hold your breath, but this episode is all about breathing!
    Please contact us by going to www.spectacularsci.com/contact. We love hearing from you!
    Here is an article! It is called Alveoli! (https://spectacularsci.com/alveoli/)
    Here is an activity! It is called Name The Parts of the Respiratory System! (https://spectacularsci.com/name-the-parts-of-the-respiratory-system/)
    12 min
  • Pollution!
    Akshay notices that outside of his lab, there is a lot of litter, trash that is on the ground. When Akshay goes outside to pick up the trash, he meets Mr. Santosh Chandru, an environmental engineer. On this episode, we are learning all about pollution from Mr. Chandru! You will even learn the part you can play in the pollution solution! We’re making the world a cleaner place together.
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    Here is an article! It is called The Three Types of Pollution! (https://spectacularsci.com/the-three-types-of-pollution/)
    Here is an activity! It is called The Three Types of Pollution Word Match! (https://spectacularsci.com/the-three-types-of-pollution-fill-in-the-blanks/)
    29 min
  • The Tumble Science Podcast For Kids With Lindsay Patterson!
    On this episode, Akshay meets Lindsay Patterson, creator, producer, and host of the Tumble science podcast, in the “podcast neighborhood”. Lindsay and Marshall host the awesome Tumble podcast! Akshay runs into Lindsay and gets to know what the Tumble science podcast is! To listen to episodes and to learn more about this awesome show, head to Tumble’s website, www.sciencepodcastforkids.com.
    Here is a link to Ms. Patterson's social media post about my podcast! (https://twitter.com/_lindsayp/status/1431023371072966662)
    Please contact this podcast by going to www.spectacularsci.com/contact.
    14 min
  • Rocks!
    You may think that rocks are just boring old lumps of material. But, on this episode, you will learn that the rock you are holding in your hand has encountered millions of years of transformation in the Rock Cycle! Akshay explores the science of rocks! Listen to our previous episode about minerals for a quick refresher.
    Please contact us by going to www.spectacularsci.com/contact.
    Here is an article! It is called The Rock Cycle! (https://spectacularsci.com/the-rock-cycle/)
    Here is an activity! It is called Types of Rocks! (https://spectacularsci.com/types-of-rocks/)
    12 min
  • Minerals!
    You may think that minerals are just shiny things, but they are actually much more! On this episode, Akshay explores the properties and characteristics of minerals! This episode is a shiny gem with tons of facts! Next week, we will explore the science of rocks! You will find out how rocks and minerals are connected in the next episode, so stay tuned for that! Please contact us by going to www.spectacularsci.com/contact.
    Here is an article! It is called The Mineral Checklist. (https://spectacularsci.com/the-mineral-checklist/)
    Here is an activity! It is called Mineral Properties Match. (https://spectacularsci.com/mineral-properties-match/)
    12 min
  • Cells! Building Blocks of Life
    On planet Earth, life is thriving. But, what are the building blocks of life? On this episode of Spectacular Science, Akshay discovers what cells, the building blocks of life, are! Bring your microscopes because we are discovering the science behind tiny cells.
    Please contact us by going to www.spectacularsci.com/contact.
    Here is an article! It is called Cells. (https://spectacularsci.com/cells/)
    Here is an activity! It is called Cell Model. (https://spectacularsci.com/cell-model/)
    12 min
  • Voices! How We Make Sounds
    Have you wondered how you speak to other people? It may seem effortless to talk, but there are thousands of cells and a few select parts of your body that help you talk. On this episode, Akshay discovers how the human vocal tract works and how we make sounds!
    Here is an article! It is called The Vocal Tract. (https://spectacularsci.com/the-vocal-tract/)
    Here is an activity! It is called Feeling Vibrations. (https://spectacularsci.com/feeling-vibrations/)
    11 min
  • The Brains On Science Podcast with Marc Sanchez!
    On this episode, Akshay meets Mr. Marc Sanchez, producer of the Brains On science podcast, in the “podcast neighborhood”. Akshay talks with Mr. Sanchez discover what the Brains On science podcast for kids is really about and how it came to be. If you want to learn more about Brains On or Mr. Sanchez, head to https://www.brainson.org.
    Please contact this podcast by going to www.spectacularsci.com/contact.
    20 min
  • The Challenges During the Pandemic
    During this pandemic, we have all faced challenges like schools opening and uncertainty about the future. Akshay wants to go on a Summer vacation trip, but is a little nervous about the pandemic. On this episode, we will learn how to cope with those feelings with clinical psychologist Dr. Saori Maruyama, Ph.D.
    Check out this fun Breathing Exercise Activity! (https://spectacularsci.com/breathing-exercise/)
    Check out this article to learn more about Uncertainty During the Pandemic! (https://spectacularsci.com/uncertainty-during-pandemic/)
    27 min
  • The Origins of the Solar System!
    The Sun and the planets is also known as the Solar System. How did this magnificent Solar System form? On this episode, Akshay explores the science and origins of this Solar System. This episode has a lot of cool facts and a lot of fun! Please contact this podcast by going to www.spectacularsci.com/contact.
    Here is an article! It is called The Sun and the Solar System! (https://spectacularsci.com/the-sun-and-the-solar-system/)
    Here is an activity! It is called The Solar System Timeline! (https://spectacularsci.com/the-solar-system-timeline/)
    12 min

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Welcome to Spectacular Science, a science podcast for curious people! Join your host Akshay Jayaraman as he embarks on fascinating explorations into the world of science. From the mysteries of the…