STEM with Dr. Owl

Discover the fascinating world of structural engineering and physics as we explain how massive bridges are built to support heavy traffic without collapsing into the water. Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy as they test out the invisible forces of tension and compression, and explore super-strong design shapes like arches and trusses. Plus, find out exactly why Ziggy's silly noodle-and-sticky-note bridge couldn't quite hold up a toy dump truck!

Discover the fascinating animal biology and adaptations behind the world's spookiest creatures as we explore why owls fly silently and whether toads really give you warts. Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy as they dive into a haunted mailbag to learn how spiders spin their incredible webs and why jellyfish are transparent ocean ghosts. It is the perfect spooky season adventure for curious explorers!

In this episode, kids will learn the science behind natural rubber, polymers, and the chemical process of vulcanization that makes tires strong and bouncy balls jump. Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy the Robot as they journey to a tropical rainforest to discover how milky tree sap transforms into everyday items—while Ziggy tries to plant a bouncy ball to grow his very own bouncy ball tree! Join our explorers' club and sign up for the newsletter at orbitalowl.com for more fun STEM activities and episode updates.

Discover the physics and chemistry behind gas density and buoyancy to understand why party balloons slowly shrink and fall to the floor. Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy as they zoom in to the microscopic level to explore how tiny helium particles escape through solid-looking rubber polymers!

Discover the fascinating science of human anatomy as we explore the functions of blood cells, tooth enamel, bone healing, and the nervous system. Ziggy the Robot transforms the lab into a silly haunted house to answer your spookiest body mysteries. Join Dr. Owl and Emma to find out why we shudder, how broken bones fix themselves, and why our blood is like the ultimate rescue team!