166 episodes

Welcome to Spectacular Science, a science podcast for curious kids and families! Join our enthusiastic host and curious kid, Akshay Jayaraman, as he embarks on fascinating explorations into the world of science. In each episode, Akshay delves into interesting topics that make science come alive, captivating young minds and sparking a sense of wonder.

From the mysteries of the universe to the wonders of the microscopic world, he uncovers the secrets and wonders that surround us every day through engaging interviews and research. Get ready for an exciting journey that will spark wonder in curious kids!

Spectacular Science Akshay Jayaraman

    • Kids & Family
    • 4.7 • 25 Ratings

Welcome to Spectacular Science, a science podcast for curious kids and families! Join our enthusiastic host and curious kid, Akshay Jayaraman, as he embarks on fascinating explorations into the world of science. In each episode, Akshay delves into interesting topics that make science come alive, captivating young minds and sparking a sense of wonder.

From the mysteries of the universe to the wonders of the microscopic world, he uncovers the secrets and wonders that surround us every day through engaging interviews and research. Get ready for an exciting journey that will spark wonder in curious kids!

    The Science of Color! How We See It

    The Science of Color! How We See It

    Colors are all around you. Without the colors that we see, life would be very different. How do humans see colors and what goes on in our brain to give us these colors? In this episode, I take you behind science of light and color, and explore the fascinating world of color perception. Plus, I will walk you through a colorful science experiment!

    This is the final episode of Season 6! I will be back with brand new episodes and Season 7 on Tuesday, March 26th, 2024.

    Here is an article! It is called “The Visible Light Spectrum!” (https://spectacularsci.com/2024/02/visible-light-spectrum/)

    Here is an activity! It is called “Separate Marker Colors Activity!” It is the activity shown in the episode! (https://spectacularsci.com/2024/02/separate-colors-activity/)

    Do you have science questions that you want answered on an episode? Grab an adult and head over to https://spectacularsci.com/contact!

    I have been uploading video podcasts on YouTube! Head over to https://youtube.com/@SpectacularScience to learn more! Don’t forget to subscribe!

    Also, try out the Spectacular Science Fun Fact Generator, where you will discover new and interesting science facts in the click of a button! Head over to https://facts.spectacularsci.com to check it out!

    • 7 min
    How Do Things Burn? The Science of Fire

    How Do Things Burn? The Science of Fire

    When a match, candle, or even campfire burns, what happens to it? Fire is dangerous, but when regulated, is very important to humans! We use it to cook our food, keep us warm, or give us light. In this episode, I will answer the question, what happens when something burns, and go into the science of combustion.

    Here is an article! It is called “What is the Fire Triangle?” (https://spectacularsci.com/2024/02/what-is-the-fire-triangle/)

    Here is an activity! It is called “Draw a Fire Triangle!” (https://spectacularsci.com/2024/02/draw-a-fire-triangle-activity/)

    Do you have science questions that you want answered on an episode? Grab an adult and head over to https://spectacularsci.com/contact!

    I have been uploading video podcasts on YouTube! Head over to https://youtube.com/@SpectacularScience to learn more!

    Also, try out the Spectacular Science Fun Fact Generator, where you will discover new and interesting science facts in the click of a button! Head over to https://facts.spectacularsci.com to check it out!

    • 6 min
    How Does Soap Work?

    How Does Soap Work?

    You’ve probably used soap many times! It is very useful to keep your hands clean and free of germs. How does soap clean things and how does it work? In this episode, I take into the science and explore the amazing chemistry of soap.

    Here is an article! It is called “Why Does Soap Make Our Skin Dry?” (https://spectacularsci.com/2024/02/soap-why-our-skin-is-dry/)

    Here is an activity! It is called “Soap Molecule Drawing!” (https://spectacularsci.com/2024/02/soap-molecule-drawing-activity/)

    Do you have science questions that you want answered on an episode? Grab an adult and head over to https://spectacularsci.com/contact!

    I have been uploading video podcasts on YouTube! Head over to https://youtube.com/@SpectacularScience to learn more!

    Also, try out the Spectacular Science Fun Fact Generator, where you will discover new and interesting science facts in the click of a button! Head over to https://facts.spectacularsci.com to check it out!

    • 5 min
    What Is Absolute Zero?

    What Is Absolute Zero?

    Absolute zero! You may or may not have heard about it, but it is a very interesting phenomena that has to do with the coldest temperature ever possible! What is absolute zero, and what happens when we reach that temperature? Weird and interesting things can happen, so make sure to join me as I take you behind this science.

    Here is an article! It is called “Absolute Zero Science!” (https://spectacularsci.com/2024/01/absolute-zero-science/)

    Here is a activity! It is called “Absolute Zero Diagram!” (https://spectacularsci.com/2024/01/absolute-zero-diagram/)

    Do you have science questions that you want answered on an episode? Grab an adult and head over to https://spectacularsci.com/contact!

    I have been uploading video podcasts on YouTube! Head over to https://youtube.com/@SpectacularScience to learn more!

    Also, try out the Spectacular Science Fun Fact Generator, where you will discover new and interesting science facts in the click of a button! Head over to https://facts.spectacularsci.com to check it out!

    • 6 min
    Why Do We Forget?

    Why Do We Forget?

    You probably forget things a lot! Car keys, lunch, or even your homework. But forgetting is more than that! Sometimes you can forget entire memories or experiences from a long time ago. Why does that happen? In this episode, Akshay takes you into the science of memories, how they’re formed, and why we forget them.

    Here is an article! It is called “What Are Memories?” (https://spectacularsci.com/2024/01/what-are-memories/)

    Here is an activity! It is called “Memory Mind Map!” (https://spectacularsci.com/2024/01/memory-mind-map/)

    Do you have science questions that you want answered on an episode? Grab an adult and head over to https://spectacularsci.com/contact!

    I have been uploading video podcasts on YouTube! Head over to https://youtube.com/@SpectacularScience to learn more!

    Also, try out the Spectacular Science Fun Fact Generator, where you will discover new and interesting science facts in the click of a button! Head over to https://facts.spectacularsci.com to check it out!

    • 8 min
    Why Do We Get Goosebumps?

    Why Do We Get Goosebumps?

    Whether you’re scared or cold, you get goosebumps. Why do we get goosebumps and what is the science behind them? Were they actually useful to our ancestors thousands of years ago? In this episode, I will uncover the science of goosebumps and why they happen!

    Here is an article! It is called “What Are Vestigial Features?” (https://spectacularsci.com/2024/01/what-are-vestigial-features/)

    Here is an activity! It is called “Evolution Souvenir Scavenger Hunt”. (https://spectacularsci.com/2024/01/evolution-souvenir-activity/)

    Do you have science questions that you want answered on an episode? Grab an adult and head over to https://spectacularsci.com/contact!

    I have been uploading video podcasts on YouTube! Head over to https://youtube.com/@SpectacularScience to learn more!

    Also, try out the Spectacular Science Fun Fact Generator, where you will discover new and interesting science facts in the click of a button! Head over to https://facts.spectacularsci.com to check it out!

    • 5 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
25 Ratings

25 Ratings

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Awesome podcast

Awesome podcast! Great work. You’re educating kids and I love that mission! Congrats on over 100 episodes!

ThisisyourfriendMk ,

Wow Akshay!

It’s great to see how far your podcast has come. I hope it keeps on growing

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Amazing!

Great podcast keep it up! 😄🚀🧬🔬🔭🧪

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