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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!
Now, for everyone's second favorite game show after, hey, does this milk smell weird to you?
Here, smell it.
It's Two What's and a Wow.
With your hosts, Mindy and Guy. the scientific game show that separates the wows from the what.
And the category for today is strength.
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 strength.
But, and this is a big but, only one of those statements will be a true wow.
The other two, just a couple of made-up what's.
Now, in each round, if you guess correctly, congratulations, you win a point.
But if you guess incorrectly, you must stop, drop, and do a ridonkulous 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, It's impossible to break a diamond.
Or is it B?
A titan beetle can snap a pencil in half.
Or is it C?
The world's strongest tortilla chip can withstand two jars of salsa per square inch without breaking.
When you think you have the correct answer, do your best fish impression.
Hey, Reggie, can we get some thinking music, please?
Time is up.
Let's now reveal the winning wow.
And to do just that, joining us by phone, it's Cece from Ohio.
Cece from Ohio, tell us, what's the winning wow?
Hi, Mindy and Guy Ross.
My wow is that the Titan Beetle can snap a pencil in half.
Winner, winner, pencil shavings for dinner.
Thank you, Cece.
Contestants, if you guessed the answer B, that...
Titan beetles can snap a pencil in half.
Well, congratulations.
You found the winning wow.
This six inch long beetle can snap your number two pencils into two pieces just by using their jaw.
And when they're done gnawing on pencils, Titan beetles enjoy drinking a nice tall glass of some beetle juice.
Beetle juice?
Guy Raz, we have to be careful.
We can't say beetle juice three times in a row.
Now, if you did not get that answer correct, you must stop drop and take a bite out of your string cheese instead of feeling it.
All right, time for round two.
Which of the following statements is a true scientific wow?
Is it A, a magnet will get stronger as it gets colder?
Or is it B, the strongest man alive is Dennis?
Or is it C, chimpanzees cannot peel oranges?
When you think you have the correct answer, tell your guest to the nearest grandma.
Uh, thinking music, please.
And to reveal the winning wow, It's Ryan and Jacob from Illinois.
Ryan and Jacob, tell us, what's the winning wow?
Hi, Mindy and Guy Ross.
My name is Ryan.
And my name is Jacob, and we live in Whedon, Illinois.
And our wow in the world is... That a permanent magnet gets stronger as it gets colder.
Winner, winner, orange peels for dinner.
Thank you, Ryan and Jacob.
Contestants, if you guessed the answer A, a magnet will get stronger as it gets colder...
Well, congratulations.
You found the winning wow.
When a magnet gets colder, the molecules in it move around a lot less, leading to less vibration.
This creates a more concentrated magnetic field, meaning a stronger magnet.
So decreasing the temperature actually increases the magnetism, and that's why I leave all my magnets inside my refrigerator.
Don't you mean...
On your fridge?
Nope.
Now, if you did not get that answer correct, you must stop, drop and pretend to be an ostrich at a shopping mall.
Okay, now for the final round, round three.
Which of the following statements is a true scientific wow?
Is it A, spider silk is about as strong as notebook paper?
Or is it B, The world's strongest toot was smelled over 20 miles away.
Or is it C?
The golden eagle's talons are thought to be ten times stronger than a human hand.
When you think you have the correct answer, tap your toes and rub your elbows.
Now, to reveal that winning wow, please welcome by phone Sadie from North Carolina.
Sadie, tell us, what's the winning wow?
Hi, my name is Sadie.
My wow in the world is that a golden eagle's talons are thought to be ten times stronger than a human's hands.
Isn't that bonker balls?
Winner, winner, jazz hands for dinner!
Thank you, Sadie.
Contestants if you guessed the answer C, that golden eagle talons are thought to be 10 times as strong as a human hand.
Well, congratulations, you found the winning wow.
That's right, Guy Raz.
The golden eagle's talons are only about two inches long, so they're pretty small compared to our hands, but they pack a powerful punch.
In fact, the golden eagle's talons can have a grip force of around four to 700 pounds per square inch.
Talk about some serious strength.
You're telling me, Guy Raz.
Now, if you did not get that answer correct, you must stop, drop, and screech like an eagle.
And now, it's time to thank our sponsors.
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All right, well, let's take a break and hear some other important messages for grown-ups.
To What's in the Wow, we'll be right back.
Grown-ups, this message is for you.
Hey, grownups, it's Mindy and Guy Raz here from Wow in the World.
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Plus, you can hear exclusive audio content from me and Guy Raz to help your wowzer discover even more wows.
Grownups.
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You can shop our Wow in the World toys at Tinkercast.com slash toys.
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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's.
What was that?
Oh, Guy Raz, that sound can mean only one thing.
We're having a polka party?
No, it's time for today's ball's bonus round, and today's question comes from the episode of wow in the world called tuna, a meal fit for a cat.
And the question for this round is it turns out, opening up an exclusively tuna themed restaurant is a fantastic idea if you want it to be overrun with cats, but why do cats love this fishy feast so much?
Is it A?
Because they get an umami overload from a chemical inside the tuna.
Or is it B, they can't taste sweetness?
Or is it C, because they are strict pescatarians and only eat fish?
When you think you have the correct answer, honk a horn.
And joining us with today's answer, it's Reggie.
Reggie, tell us, what's the winning wow?
That's right, Reggie.
The correct answer is A.
Although it's true that cats cannot taste sweetness, The reason they love tuna so much is because of the chemicals inside the tuna binding with their taste receptors and causing an umami explosion in their mouths.
Congratulations to all of our winning wowsers on today's show.
Mindy, what's today's prize?
Guy Raz, today's winning wowsers will all receive their very own potato sunscreen.
Potato sunscreen.
Sunscreen?
I've never even heard of this.
Yeah, that's because I just made it up.
Huh?
Put some on your tater, and when it goes out in the sun, it won't get baked.
Okay, Reg!
Cue the prize cannon!
No!
Ow, my eyes!
Sorry!
Well, that's about all the time we have for today, but if you want to keep the fun going, then become a member of the World Organization of Wowzers and unlock hundreds of activities.
And for any teachers in our listening audience.
Consider joining Tinker Class, our free brand-new learning platform that helps get kids wild about science.
Just visit Tinkercast.com slash membership.
That's Tinkercast.com slash membership.
And be sure to come back on Monday for a brand new episode of Wow in the World.
This weekend for some WeWow in the weekend with Dennis.
And 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, with collaboration from our head writer, Kenny Curtis.
Sound production and design is by Marion Lozano with help from Jed Anderson and Tyler Thull.
Special thanks to Rebecca Caban, Dr Natasha Crandall, Lizzie Freilich, Kristen Yang Thuy Mac, Erica Medina, Henry Moskal, Jodi Nussbaum, Ali Paksima, Linda Rothenberg, Steph Sosa, Joanna Weber, Anna Zagorski 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 thepopups.com.
And to keep the wow rolling, add... you finish this episode, you can visit us at Tinkercast.com.
There you can become a member of the World Organization of Wowzers to get year-round mailings and weekly activities.
Shop our Wow Shop, get tickets for upcoming events, find our best-selling books and learn all about the other amazing podcasts from Tinkercast.
Grownups.
You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter at WowInTheWorld, and our email address is HelloAtTinkercastcom.
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 1-888-7WowWow.
Thanks again for listening and playing along.
Meet us back here next Friday or every Monday for Wow in the World.
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