Who invented chocolate, and how did it go from a bitter drink to the sweet treat we love today?

Travel back to ancient times and see how cacao became a treasure in Europe, thanks to sugar and spices. Learn about the first chocolate bar and discover how cacao transforms into the chocolate we eat today. Packed with history, fun facts, and delicious secrets, this episode is perfect for curious minds—and chocoholics!

Tune in as we unwrap the story of chocolate!

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Butterflies are not just beautiful creatures; their colors serve many functions. This episode explores the biology behind butterfly hues, the importance of color in communication and survival, and the fascinating ways these insects thrive in their environments.

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Today’s episode is a followup episode on bridges, which is proving to be one of your most favourite topics. This episode takes us on a journey across an incredible feat of engineering: bridge building! But not just any bridge—we’re talking about the longest bridge in the world. Where is it, how long is it, and how did people even build something so massive? Let’s dive in and find out!

Be sure to also check out "How Do They Get Lights On Top of Really Tall Bridges?" Since, it was posted in October 2024, it's consistently been our most listened to episode.

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Fruit is delicious and a big part of our diets, but trees don’t grow fruit just to feed us. They produce fruit because it helps them reproduce. Let’s dig into the science of fruit and discover why it’s such an important part of a tree’s survival.

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It’s tempting to think that the bigger the brain, the smarter the person—but the answer isn’t that simple. Let’s dive into the science of brains, intelligence, and whether size really matters.

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Bones are some of the most amazing parts of our bodies—they’re alive, adaptable, and essential for everything we do. Let’s explore what they do, how they grow, and why they’re so important to human evolution.

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Santa Claus is such a big part of Christmas, but have you ever wondered where his story began? Let’s take a sleigh ride through history and discover how Santa Claus became the jolly figure we know and love today.

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Journey with us on "I Wonder" as we unravel this classic conundrum of what came first, the chicken or the egg. We've cracked the mystery wide open, revealing that the answer is as scientific as it is philosophical. You’ll discover the twists and turns of almost-chickens and learn how a tiny DNA tweak in an egg gave birth to the very first true chicken. This story goes beyond just chickens and eggs—it's a billion-year-old saga that binds us all.

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