Fun Kids Science
Hosted by Fun Kids Science
A fast-paced weekly tour of the biggest stories in science, hosted by a UK children's radio presenter who interviews experts and answers listener Qs.
A variety show for science-mad kids, structured like a lively radio broadcast. Each episode blends current science news (from new dinosaur discoveries to space missions), a main interview with a scientist or researcher, and a Q&A segment driven entirely by listener questions. The tone is enthusiastic and accessible, using sound effects and recurring segments to make complex topics digestible for a family audience.
“Its radio-show structure sets it apart, combining news, interviews, and listener call-ins into a single, energetic package. The show's direct pipeline to experts, allowing kids' own questions to be put to paleontologists and cosmologists, is a core feature.”
Who hosts this show
The Fun Kids Science Weekly is the flagship science podcast from the UK's children's radio station, Fun Kids. Hosted by Dan Simpson, the show delivers a mix of the week's biggest science news, interviews with expert guests, and answers to questions sent in by its young audience. Episodes often feature recurring segments like 'Dangerous Dan' and dramatized educational shorts.
Credentials & credits
- Presenter, Fun Kids Radio
- Presenter, Sky One's 'Whats Up TV'
- Host, 'Writer's Routine' podcast
- Presenter, BBC Radio Berkshire
- British Podcast Awards 2019, Bronze for 'Best Radio'
Other ventures
- Fun Kids Radio (afternoon show host)
- Writer's Routine (podcast)
- Fun Kids Podcast Network
- Fun Kids Epic Roadshow Adventure (live show)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- uk
When new episodes drop
- 01How Talking Began: Unlocking the Mystery of the First Ever Language 🔓🎙️Jun 27, 2026 · 26 min
- 02Why Doesn’t Our Nose Block What We See?Jun 27, 2026 · 12 min
- 03Parallel Worlds: Cracking the Mind-Bending Mystery of the Multiverse! 🚪✨Jun 20, 2026 · 27 min
- 04How Long Can Humans Survive in Space Without a Spacesuit? 👨🚀🌌Jun 18, 2026 · 13 min
- 05The Slime Factory: How Snails Engineer the Ultimate Sticky Goo! 🐌🧪Jun 13, 2026 · 28 min
- 06The Airport Job That Helps Premier League Footballers Get to Their Matches✈️⚽Jun 13, 2026 · 17 min
- 07Beyond the Last Star: Journey to the Edge of the Universe 🌌🚀Jun 6, 2026 · 26 min
- 08Why Doesn't the Sun Fall Down? ☀️🌌Jun 3, 2026 · 14 min
Notable episodes
- 01Parallel Worlds: Cracking the Mind-Bending Mystery of the Multiverse! 🚪✨
Features an interview with cosmologist Carlos Frenk, who breaks down the complex multiverse theory for a young audience.
- 02How Talking Began: Unlocking the Mystery of the First Ever Language 🔓🎙️
Tackles a fascinating listener question about the origin of language with a university linguistics expert.
- 03How Long Can Humans Survive in Space Without a Spacesuit? 👨🚀🌌
A prime example of the show's Q&A-focused episodes, directly answering listener questions on a range of topics from space survival to woodpecker anatomy.
What you'll be asked on this show
Dan's interviews are framed by listener curiosity, often using a submitted question as the jumping-off point for the entire conversation. He asks foundational, direct questions (e.g., "Why is it so important to celebrate insects?") to establish the stakes for a young audience. A unique recurring segment, 'The Brain Box', uses a robotic voice to ask a standardized set of questions to different experts, creating a consistent framework for learning about the life of a scientist.
Host Dan Simpson acts as an enthusiastic proxy for his young listeners, keeping the energy high and the explanations simple. The show alternates between two main formats: a longer weekly edition with news and a guest interview, and shorter mid-week episodes dedicated entirely to answering a batch of listener questions. It's punctuated by signature segments, sound effects, and dramatized shorts like 'Deep Space High'.
Questions Fun Kids Science keeps coming back to
8 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when Fun Kids Science reaches for it.
values
1- Q.01
“Why is it so important for us to [study/celebrate] your area of work?”
He often asks this early to establish the topic's importance for the young audience.
origin
1- Q.01
“Take me back to the beginning, why were you there and what were you looking for?”
Used to kick off a discovery story, grounding the science in a specific time and place.
process
2- Q.01
“What does a day in the life of a [guest's profession] look like?”
This question is part of the 'Brain Box' segment, aimed at demystifying scientific careers.
- Q.02
“How do you know that no one else has found it before?”
Asks guests to explain the process of scientific verification for new discoveries.
personal
1- Q.01
“Why are you so passionate about [your topic]?”
Aimed at revealing the personal motivation behind the scientific work.
advice
1- Q.01
“Is there anything we can do at home to help with [your research/cause]?”
This question provides listeners with actionable advice and a sense of participation.
future
1- Q.01
“What big scientific question would you love to see answered?”
A signature closing question in 'The Brain Box' that explores the guest's own curiosity.
technique
1- Q.01
“How do we know that [complex theory] isn't just a scientist's dream?”
Pushes experts to provide the evidence that supports abstract scientific ideas.
Signature segments
- · Science in the News
- · Dangerous Dan
- · Question Time
- · The Brain Box
- · Deep Space High
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Academics and field experts who can communicate complex ideas simply. Guests range from university professors and cosmologists to museum researchers, conservation rangers, and representatives from scientific societies.
- Professor Mercedes Durhamon How Talking Began: Unlocking the Mystery of the First Ever Language 🔓🎙️
- Dr. George Gryfeon How Talking Began: Unlocking the Mystery of the First Ever Language 🔓🎙️
- Carlos Frenkon Parallel Worlds: Cracking the Mind-Bending Mystery of the Multiverse! 🚪✨
- Fran Sconceon Parallel Worlds: Cracking the Mind-Bending Mystery of the Multiverse! 🚪✨
- Susanna Maidmenton Parallel Worlds: Cracking the Mind-Bending Mystery of the Multiverse! 🚪✨
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is supported by scientific and educational bodies like the Science and Technology Facilities Council and The Society of Biology. It also appears to generate revenue through live tours, such as the 'Fun Kids Science Quest Live tour'.
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People also ask
- What is the host's real name?
- The host is Dan Simpson, a presenter for Fun Kids Radio in the UK.
- Is the Fun Kids Science Weekly podcast still running?
- Yes, it releases new episodes multiple times a week.
- What is the show's format?
- It's a science magazine show for kids, mixing news, expert interviews, and segments answering listener questions.
- How can I submit a question to the show?
- The show encourages listeners to submit voice notes with their questions via the free Fun Kids app.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- You can listen on DAB Digital Radio across the UK, online at funkidslive.com, on the Fun Kids app, YouTube, or via podcast platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
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