STEM with Dr. Owl

Why Do Things Burn? [STEMcraft Friday: Science behind Minecraft]

🔥Uh oh, a Creeper explosion sets a tree ablaze near Herbert's precious carrot patch! Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and a slightly singed Ziggy on STEMcraft Friday as they tackle the fiery mystery: Why do things burn? Discover the science of combustion, the secrets of the Fire Triangle, and learn how to stay safe, all within the blocky world of Minecraft!

How Was Our Moon Made?

🌝 Ever looked up at that big, beautiful Moon and wondered, "How did you GET there?!" Join Dr. Owl, the super-curious Emma, and the hilariously helpful Ziggy the Robot as they become space detectives! They'll zoom through the top theories about the Moon's mysterious birth: Was it a lonely space rock captured by Earth? Were Earth and Moon born as cosmic twins? Or was it the result of a GIGANTIC ancient smash-up? (Ka-POW!) Tune in to discover which theory has scientists saying "Aha!" and why our Moon is even more special than you think!

Fingerprints Secrets?

☝️ Ever wondered why those tiny, swirly lines on your fingertips are so special? Join Emma, Ziggy the Robot, and the wise Dr. Owl on a super fun adventure to find out! In this episode, they turn fingerprints into amazing art, discover why no two fingerprints in the whole wide world are the same (not even Ziggy's funny jellybean attempt can match one!), explore cool patterns like loops and whorls, and learn how these fantastic tiny lines help us grip things tightly and even help detectives solve big mysteries! Get your magnifying glasses ready, young explorers!

What's the Smartest Animal in the World?

🤔 Is there one super-smart animal? Hoot hoot! Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy the Robot as they explore this BIG question! They'll uncover the amazing intelligence of tool-using chimpanzees, "talking" dolphins, sneaky octopuses, and problem-solving crows. Get ready to discover that being "smart" comes in many surprising and wonderful forms!

Why do we sweat?

☀️ Phew! Ever wonder why you get all hot and sticky after a sunny walk, just like Emma and a slightly overheating Ziggy? Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy the Robot as they uncover the cool science behind why we sweat! Discover how your body has its very own built-in air conditioner, what sweat is actually made of, and some surprising facts about our amazing ability to stay cool. Get ready for trivia, giggles, and some science-tastic learning!

🌋 Why Do Volcanoes Erupt? [STEMcraft Friday: Lava Lakes and Earth’s Gooey Middle]

🌋 Lava lakes, exploding mountains, and Minecraft science?! In this fiery episode of STEMcraft Friday, Emma, Dr. Owl, Ziggy 🤖, and Herbert 🧑‍🌾 investigate what makes volcanoes erupt—and why the Earth is still so hot inside!
💥 Learn how magma becomes lava🥚 Discover why Earth is like a giant boiled egg🗿 Travel back to ancient Pompeii🌍 And explore how volcanoes create brand new land!
This episode is packed with fun facts, silly sound effects, Minecraft builds, and a lava-powered science quiz. Perfect for curious kids who love volcanoes, Minecraft, and asking big questions! 🎮🔥🧠

Where Does Poop Go? [The Secret Life of Flushed Stuff]

💩 FLUSH! And just like that… poop is gone forever... or is it? 🕳️🌀
Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy as they dive into the underground world of toilets, pipes, poop sludge, and poop-powered electricity! From sewer tunnels to stink-proof bacteria, you'll discover where poop really goes — and how it might even light up a city! ⚡🚽🌆
Play along with “Flush or Fake,” meet music-playing toilets, and find out why Ziggy wants poop credit on the power bill. This episode is part science, part silliness, and 100% flush-tastic fun!

Where Does Poop Come From? [Your Body’s Super Poop Machine]

💩 Have you ever wondered where poop comes from? In this laugh-and-learn adventure, Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy shrink down and take a ride through the amazing digestive system! 
From chomping food in your mouth to gurgling stomach soup and twisty intestines, you’ll discover how your body turns meals into energy — and poop! 🌽Plus, you’ll hear your own belly in action, guess some wild animal poop facts, and find out about the biggest Viking poop ever found (yes, really!). 🐘
This episode is full of science, silliness, and Ziggy-style surprises. Stay curious — and get ready to flush out the facts! 🚽🧻🎉

Where Does Water Come From? [Water Cycle & Clean Water]

💧 Where does water come from—and where does it go? Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy as they follow the incredible journey of water through the water cycle! From oceans and clouds to snowy mountains and backyard puddles, discover how water travels, why clean water is precious 🌍, and how you can help protect it. Along the way, you’ll hear silly jokes, fun facts, and interactive quizzes that make science come alive!

From Gates to Googols: The Big STEM Quiz!

🦉 Hoot-hoot! Happy Memorial Day! Got your thinking caps on? Join Dr. Owl, the ever-curious Emma, and the hilariously haywire Ziggy the Robot for a super special Big Review Quiz Show! We're taking a fun flight back through last week's amazing adventures.
Can you remember how robots use Logic Gates to make decisions? Do you know the real reason the Moon changes shape? Can you name that number with 100 zeros (hint: it's Googol-gantic!)? What can One Dollar really do? And which animals call the hot, dry Desert home?
Tune in to test your STEM smarts with five fun trivia questions! Play along at home, giggle at Ziggy's zany guesses, and see if you can become our STEM Champion for the week. It’s the perfect, brain-boosting way to wrap up the long weekend!