A MOMENT OF SCIENCE A Moment of Science is a daily audio podcast, public radio program and video series providing the scientific story behind some of life’s most perplexing mysteries. You can learn more by visting: https://indianapublicmedia.org/amomentofscience/ EPISODES A Baby’s SmilebyIndiana Public MediaWhat does a baby’s smile do to a mother’s brain?Search EpisodesClear SearchEpisode play iconA Baby’s SmileWhat does a baby’s smile do to a mother’s brain? [...]April 4, 2025Indiana Public MediaEpisode play iconBeetle Poop for Wildfire RecoveryEverybody poops, but does your poop help forests recover from wildfires? [...]April 3, 2025Indiana Public MediaEpisode play iconUh Oh! Moles!These critters are natural experts at digging holes in your backyard. [...]April 2, 2025Indiana Public MediaEpisode play iconThe Magic of GlycerinWhat do chocolate-covered cherries have in common with hand lotion? [...]April 1, 2025Indiana Public MediaEpisode play iconSmiling VoicesCan you tell whether someone is smiling just by hearing their voice? [...]March 31, 2025Indiana Public MediaEpisode play iconHoneybees in WinterBees don’t hibernate, do they? [...]March 28, 2025Indiana Public MediaEpisode play iconCollapse of the Conger Ice Shelf20 times as large as the island of Manhattan, the Conger ice shelf has suddenly fragmented into icebergs. [...]March 27, 2025Indiana Public MediaEpisode play iconAnt Ranchers and CaterpillarsCan you imagine ants herding caterpillars? [...]March 26, 2025Indiana Public MediaEpisode play iconSticky and DeadlyYou’ve heard of Venus flying traps, but have you heard of pitcher plants? [...]March 25, 2025Indiana Public MediaEpisode play iconThe Regenerative Power of WormsHow to live and long and healthy life? Ask a worm! [...]March 24, 2025Indiana Public MediaLoad MoreSearch Results placeholderPrevious EpisodeShow Episodes ListNext Episode