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Today, Explained to Kids

In each episode, a group of friends takes a journey to the Island of Explained. Kids (and adults) come along to explore the magical island and meet its whimsical inhabitants, all while exploring some of the biggest questions in the world. From Vox and the Vox Media Podcast Network.

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The Island of Explained: It’s electric!

A magical theme park ride on the Island of Explained demonstrates the damage done by fossil fuels and why renewable energy might be the best way to power the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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13 Aug 22

The Island of Explained: Listen up!

Kiarra and Izii are having an argument when they are unexpectedly transported to the Island of Explained. There, they meet an Engin-Ear and a magical unicorn who teach them how hearing works and why actively listening with empathy is key to resolving arguments between friends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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30 Jul 22

Please RSVP to the plant-based party

An invitation to a vegan party sends producers Kiarra and Izii to the Island of Explained, where a giant who once ate people explains why he switched to a plant-based diet — and why that diet might be beneficial for humans, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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16 Jul 22

The Island of Explained: The missing firefly

Luz the firefly is missing, and producers Izii and Sara want to know why. They take a trip to the Island of Explained, where they learn why whole species are losing their habitats and what humans can do about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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12 Jul 22

Season 2 Trailer: We're going back to the Island of Explained!

Today, Explained to Kids is back this summer with more adventures to the Island of Explained. We'll be answering questions about how to make the future better through how we eat, how we care for our environment, how we listen to each other, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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9 Oct 20

The Island of Explained: Escape from Boredom

After hearing from kids around the world who are grappling with serious boredom, Noam Hassenfeld and Byrd Pinkerton venture deep into the belly of a whale to learn how to have fun in quarantine. Go to vox.com/todayexplainedkids for some laugh out loud activities that will help you say goodbye to boredom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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