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Hey, Wowzer fans, Mindy here.
And before we start the show, I gotta let you know that this November, with a special new episode featuring our friends at Circle Round and Terrestrials on Radiolab for Kids,
And don't miss when Elmo from Sesame Street stops by Wow in the World to make us all belly laugh on November 24th.
Oh, but that's not all, Reg.
On December 1st, we are sharing our 250th episode of Wow in the World with all of you.
We think this one is going to be music to your ears.
Literally.
Did I mention it's a musical?
And if you're a member of the World Organization of Wowzers...
Oh boy, do I have a surprise for you.
You can listen to our 250th episode early with me and other members from around the world on Saturday, November 22nd, at 7 pm.
Eastern.
That's right, we are throwing another listening party.
Join us as we dance along to our new songs.
React to the episode with other members in the chat and more.
Grownups.
If you want your wowzer to join this members-only listening party, you can sign up to become a member today at Tinkercastcom.
Slash wow.
Already a member?
Well, you can find the link and password to join the event when you sign in at Tinkercastcom.
Slash wow.
That's it.
It's going to be a November to remember.
But for now, let's get on with the show.
Woo!
Wow, the set looks incredible.
Oh, thanks, Guy Raz.
I was up all night making it.
And all day yesterday.
Oh, and the night before.
Can somebody get me a cup of energy, please?
Thanks, Reg.
Well, your work paid off.
These trees look so real.
And this ocean backdrop is just beautiful.
Aw, thanks, Guy Raz-y.
And look at the detail on this mountain.
Oh, it's beautiful. better than a mountain.
It's actually a working volcano.
Wait, what?
Here, I'll show you.
Uh, we're indoors, Mindy.
You don't have to.
Cue the volcano, Reg!
Oh, it's okay, Guy Raz.
It's not real lava.
It's just lava made out of corn syrup and food coloring.
And it's all over me.
I need to change before the show starts.
No time for that, Guy Raz.
The show is about to start.
You there, light the bulbs.
And you, carrot the cake.
And Reggie, bumble the bees.
We're on in three.
And now, for everyone's favorite game show, it's Two What's and a What?
The scientific game show that separates the wows from the what?
And the category or theme for today is... The Earth!
Mindy, why don't you refresh our contestants on how the game works?
You know it!
Wowzers in each of our three rounds.
Today, Guy Raz and I will present you with three scientific statements about the Earth.
But... And this is a big vlog.
But only one of those statements will be a true wow.
The other two, just a couple of made-up what?
In each round, if you guess correctly, congratulations, you get a point.
But if you guess incorrectly, you must stop, drop, and do a redonkulous physical challenge.
Okay, everyone ready to start the game?
Great, then let's do it.
Okay, round one.
Which of the following statements is a true scientific wow?
Is it A, Australia is the only place on Earth with every type of climate?
Or is it B, the highest wind speed ever recorded was faster than the speed of sound?
Or B, Is it C, the lowest known temperature on Earth was negative 89.2 degrees Celsius?
When you think you have the correct answer, raise your hand and your foot.
Psst, hey, Reg, cue the thinking music.
Time is up.
Let's now reveal the winning wow.
And calling in with the answer, it's Veronica from Michigan.
Veronica, what's the winning wow?
Hi, Mindy and Guy Raz.
My wow in the world is that the lowest known temperature on Earth was negative 128 degrees 06 degrees Fahrenheit or negative 892 degrees Celsius.
Contestants, if you guessed the answer C that the lowest known temperature on Earth was negative 892 degrees Celsius well, congratulations.
You found the winning wow.
In 1983, researchers at the Vostok Station in Antarctica recorded the temperature of negative 89.
89.2 degrees Celsius or negative 128.5 degrees Fahrenheit.
This extremely cold temperature was the result of that day's calm air and lack of solar radiation and the station's high elevation.
Now, if you did not get that answer correct, you must stop, drop, and waddle like a penguin.
Okay, round two.
Which of the following statements is a true scientific wow?
Is it A, the biggest magnet on Earth is Earth itself?
Or is it B, the Earth's core gets a little hotter every year?
Or is it C, the most common mineral on Earth is pyrite or fool's gold?
When you think you have the correct answer, tell it to a rock.
Hey, Reg!
Uh, some thinking music, please.
And time is up.
Joining us by phone, it's Theo from Washington.
Theo from Washington, what's the winning wow? that the biggest magnet on Earth is Earth.
Winner, winner, magnets for dinner.
That's right, Theo.
Wowzers, if you guessed A that the biggest magnet on Earth is Earth itself well, you found the winning wow.
Congratulations.
The Earth's outer core is made of molten metals like iron and nickel, which are constantly moving.
This creates an electric current which in turn creates a magnetic field.
But just because the Earth is the biggest magnet doesn't mean it's the strongest.
The most powerful magnet on Earth is 45 Tesla, roughly 900,000 times more powerful than the Earth.
Now, if you did not get that answer correct, you must stop drop something to yourself like a hug magnet.
Okay, round three.
Which of the following statements is a true scientific wow?
Is it A, the Earth's orbit is a perfect circle?
Or is it B, the Earth's rotation is gradually speeding up?
Or is it C, the Earth isn't flat, but it's not perfectly round either?
And before we reveal the winning wow, let's take a moment to thank our sponsors.
Today's show is brought to you in part by earthworms.
These wiggly little buddies eat, sleep, and poop dirt, making them the ultimate earth enthusiasts.
I love earthworms.
They add so many nutrients to the soil in my vegetable garden.
I know.
That's why I got 10 gallons of earthworms and put them on your lawn, Guy Raz.
Mindy! need to thank me.
Okay, well, let's take a quick break and hear some other important messages for grown-ups.
To what's in a wow, we'll be right back.
Grown-ups, this message is for you.
Hey, grown-ups, it's Mindy and Guy Raz here from Wow in the World.
Mindy and I have some brand new Wow in the World toys out in the world just in time for the holidays.
Made for the kids who love science and for the ones who don't. yet.
From our 100 experiments, that wow kit to the telescope and astronomy kit.
Our wow in the world toys help your wowzer learn about their world through play.
Plus, you can hear exclusive audio content from me and Guy Raz to help your wowzer discover even more wows.
Grownups give the gift of wow and wonder this holiday season with our latest wow in the world.
That's it.
Now back to the show.
Welcome back to Two What's and a Wow.
Two What's and a Wow.
The scientific game show that separates the wows from the what?
Now, before the break, we left you with a dangling question for round three.
And that question was which of the following statements is a true scientific wow?
Is it A, the Earth's orbit is a perfect circle?
Or is it B, the Earth's rotation is gradually speeding up?
Or is it C?
The Earth isn't flat, but it's not perfectly round either.
And joining us by phone to reveal the winning answer, it's Leilani from Australia.
Leilani, tell us the winning wow.
Hi.
My wow in the world is that the Earth is not flat, but not perfectly round either.
Earth has never been perfectly round.
Winner, winner, shakes for dinner.
Thank you, Leilani.
Testants, if you guessed the answer C, that the Earth isn't flat, but it's not perfectly round either.
Well congratulations, you found the winning wow.
The globe at your school or library might be perfectly round, but the actual Earth is not.
Our planet shape is called an ellipsoid, and it's wider at the equator than it is at the poles.
Also, the surface of the Earth is constantly changing.
Mountains are formed, glaciers shift and volcanoes erupt.
Every geological change alters the shape of the Earth.
Now, if you did not get that answer correct, you must stop, drop, and erupt like a volcano.
Ah!
What was that?
Oh, Guy Raz, that sound can mean only one thing.
You let a mountain lion loose in the studio again?
No, it's time for today's Bonker Balls bonus round.
And the question for this round is... What should I name this mountain lion?
What?
I thought you said you didn't let a mountain lion loose.
She's not loose, Kaira.
She's on a leash.
Here, pat her on the head.
Ugh.
Well, she was on a leash.
They really don't make leashes like they used to.
Indy, this is ridiculous.
Name her ridiculous?
I don't know, Guy Raz.
It's kind of an odd name.
I was thinking something more like Melissa or Mimi.
Mimi, the mountain lion.
Here, Mimi, Mimi.
Here, Mimi.
Come here.
Come here, girl.
Let's just get to today's prizes, please.
Okay, Guy Raz.
Today's winning wild their very own invisible multi-purpose clear liquid.
Do I even want to know what that's for?
Yes, of course you do, Guy Raz.
You can drink it, take a bath in it, even run it through a sprinkler and jump through it.
Uh, I think the word you're looking for is water?
Water you, the word police.
Huh?
Well, that's about all the time we have for today.
But before we go, we have a little scientific challenge for you.
We call it Wow the World.
For this challenge, we want you to look at a picture of the Earth.
It could be a map, a globe, a satellite image, or anything else you can find.
What do you notice, and what wows you?
Let us know.
Grown-ups, you can upload pictures and videos to us at tinkercast.com slash share.
And be sure to come back on Monday for a brand new episode of Wow in the World.
Again on Friday for a new episode of Two What's and a Wow.
Until then, keep on wowing.
Two What's in a Wow is executive produced by Meredith Halpern-Ranzer, Mindy Thomas, and me, Guy Raz.
Our writers are Ruth Morrison and Anna Zagorski.
Sound production and design is by Marion Lozano, with help from our supervising producer, Jed Anderson.
Special thanks to Steph Sosa, Henry Moskal, Rebecca Caban, Sana Elamohamed and all of the other tinkerers at Tinkercast HQ.
Our theme song was written and composed by The Pop-Ups.
For more on their three-time Grammy-nominated all-ages music, find them at thepopupscom.
To keep the wows rolling, visit us at tinkercastcom, where you can become an official member of the World Organization of Wowsers.
Find our two What's in a Wow Think and Tinker playbook and learn about all of our other amazing podcasts from Tinkercast.
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Finally, if you're a kid with a big wow to share, it could be used on an upcoming episode of Two What's in a Wow.
Call us at 1-888-7WOW-WOW.
Thanks again for listening and playing along.
Meet us back here on Monday for Wow in the World.
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