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Happy birthday to us. That's right, WhoSmarted turned five years old this month. How exciting. That's not all. WhoSmarted also reached 25 million downloads. And that's because of you, our Smarty Pants listeners. And to celebrate, we want to give you a gift. What is this gift you're wondering? I'm glad you asked. If you love WhoSmarted, I'm sure you've heard us mention our WhoSmarted plus subscription. You know, the one that gives you a brand new bonus episode every week. Plus every episode of WhoSmarted. Trusty trivia and Smartyq's ad free. Not to mention subscribers directly support WhoSmarted so we can keep making the show for many more years to come. And to show our appreciation to you, we're offering a 50% discount on our annual subscription. We've never done this before. Instead of $39.99 for a full year of smarting, you can subscribe to WhoSmarted plus for just 1998 a year. That's right. Who Smarted plus is half off? Quick quiz, smarty pants. Is 1998 a year the same as A, $1.67 a month, B, 38 cents a week, or C a nickel a day? Did you say all of the above? You're right. Just think of all the time you'll save not listening to ads while enjoying subscriber only special episodes. That's got to be worth at least five cents a day, right? Of course, in offer this good can't last forever. So you must subscribe by November 15th to lock in your 50% off WhoSmarted plus subscription. Again, that's 50% off our WhoSmarted plus subscription, just $19.98 for the entire year by November 15th. To join the celebration, go to our website WhoSmarted.com and click Birthday Subscribe. This offer is only available directly through our website@whosmarted.com and don't worry, you can play your subscription on Apple Podcast, Spotify or any other podcast platform. But to get the special birthday price, you have to go to whosmarted.com and click Birthday subscribe in the top menu. But remember, you Only have until November 15th, so sign up@whosmarted.com today. Hello Smarty pants. Welcome to trusty Trivia Thursday. Today we're taking flight into to the shadowy, squeaky and nocturnally awesome world of bats. But before we swoop into the spooky stuff, let's send a high flying shout out to Rayan in New Jersey. You told us how you and your dad listen every time you drive to school and have been listening for over a year. You love learning about science and facts in a fun way. Yep, you are an A, Smarty pants. All right, you are. Now let's flap into some bat trivia. Question 1 what kind of animal is a bat? Is it A, a bird, B, an insect, or C, a mammal? Did you say C? You're fangtastic. Bats are mammals and they're the only ones that can truly fly. And they're full of fascinating features. Next question. What special ability do many bats use to navigate in the dark? Is it a bat radar, B echolocation, or C night vision goggles? If you pick B, you are flying through this trivia. Echolocation lets bats bounce sound waves off objects to see in the dark. It's like night vision, but with squeaks. Final question. Why are bats important for ecosystems? Is it A, they pollinate plants, B they eat insects, or C, all of the above? Did you go with C? Bat's the right answer. You're flying high with facts. Bats are crucial to nature. They pollinate flowers, spread seeds, and gobble up mosquitoes like nature's pest patrol. You're flying high, smartypants. So join us next Thursday for more trivia that's anything but batty. And if you want to learn more about bats, check out our bats episode in the who's Smarted archives. Thanks, smarty pants.
Episode Date: October 30, 2025
Podcast: Who Smarted?
Host: Atomic Entertainment / Starglow Media
This Trusty Trivia Thursday episode of "Who Smarted?" launches listeners into the fascinating world of bats. Delivered in the podcast's signature blend of humor and quick-fire trivia, the episode explores fun facts about bats, their unique abilities, and their essential role in nature. With engaging questions, interactive answers, and celebratory shout-outs, it's an ideal, lighthearted way to learn about these often-misunderstood mammals.
"Bats are mammals and they're the only ones that can truly fly. And they're full of fascinating features." (02:01)
"Echolocation lets bats bounce sound waves off objects to see in the dark. It's like night vision, but with squeaks." (02:39)
"Bats are crucial to nature. They pollinate flowers, spread seeds, and gobble up mosquitoes like nature's pest patrol." (03:02)
Listener Shout-Out:
"Let's send a high flying shout out to Rayan in New Jersey. You told us how you and your dad listen every time you drive to school and have been listening for over a year. You love learning about science and facts in a fun way. Yep, you are an A, Smarty pants." (01:22)
Batty Puns:
"Did you say C? You're fangtastic." (01:55)
"Bat's the right answer. You're flying high with facts." (02:59)
Wrap-Up Invitation:
"So join us next Thursday for more trivia that's anything but batty. And if you want to learn more about bats, check out our bats episode in the who's Smarted archives." (03:15)
This episode of "Who Smarted?" uses wit, interactivity, and accessible science to highlight why bats are some of the most interesting and important animals in nature. Kids learn not just what bats are, but what makes them unique, and why they're essential for the environment. The format rewards curiosity and engagement, making science both approachable and entertaining for young listeners and families. If you want to learn more, the host encourages exploring a full-length episode dedicated just to bats in the archives.