Wow in the World – Two Whats?! And A Wow! - Dino-Mite! (10/10/25)
Podcast: Wow in the World
Hosts: Mindy Thomas & Guy Raz
Episode Date: October 10, 2025
Topic: Dinosaurs
Format: Interactive science game show for kids ("Two Whats?! And A Wow!")
Episode Overview
This lively “Two Whats?! And A Wow!” episode is all about dinosaurs! Mindy and Guy Raz invite listeners of all ages to play along in their science game show, separating amazing true facts ("wows") from silly made-up ones ("whats"). With jokes, audience participation, and physical challenges, the episode uncovers fascinating tidbits about dinosaurs' teeth, roars, and even the water we drink today.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Dinosaur Game Show Format
- The episode takes the form of a three-round multiple choice game.
- Each round has three statements about dinosaurs; only one is a true scientific "wow."
- Listeners are encouraged to guess, with winners celebrated and those who miss taking on silly physical challenges.
2. Round 1: T. Rex Teeth Facts
Question: Which of the following is true?
- A) Stegosauruses had mustaches and beards
- B) T. Rex teeth were as big as bananas
- C) The Brontosaurus had a shorter neck than giraffes
Answer & Insight:
- Winner: B) T. Rex teeth were as big as bananas
- "T. Rex teeth could grow to the size of bananas. And just like sharks, if they ever lost a tooth, they could regrow another one." – Mindy (05:05)
- T. Rex’s huge, sharp teeth were essential for their meat-eating diet.
Memorable Moment:
- Mindy jokes: “Kind of like how Grandma G Force has her regular dentures and her meat eating dentures.” (05:21)
Audience Challenge:
If you got it wrong, “stop, drop and clap with your tiny T. Rex arms.” (05:34)
3. Round 2: Did Dinosaurs Roar?
Question: Which of the following is true?
- A) Scientists think dinosaurs did not roar
- B) The world's oldest fossil was found in Guy Raz’s microgarden
- C) Dinosaurs were basically blind in the dark
Answer & Insight:
- Winner: A) Scientists think dinosaurs did not roar
- “Many dinosaur descendants, like birds, used closed mouth vocalization, meaning that they produced sound without even opening their mouths. And because of this, scientists believe that dinosaurs likely did not roar. But they might have cooed.” – Mindy (06:53)
- Dinosaurs may have sounded more like doves or pigeons, making cooing or mumbling sounds.
Memorable Moment:
- Mindy asks Reggie for a dino impression: “Reggie, show us your best dino impression. It's uncanny.” (07:15)
Audience Challenge:
For incorrect guesses: “Stop, drop and try saying 'velociraptor' and 'pterodactyl' without opening your mouth.” (07:19)
4. Round 3: Dinosaur Era Water
Question: Which of the following is true?
- A) The smallest known dinosaur is still taller than an average human
- B) Thomas Fingerling used to be a paleontologist
- C) The water we drink today was the same water that dinosaurs drank
Answer & Insight:
- Winner: C) The water we drink today is the same as the water dinosaurs drank
- “Water on Earth never disappears because it's constantly going through something called the water cycle. Throughout this process, water transforms into different phases of gas, liquid and solid.” – Mindy (09:57)
- “It's the same water we've always had on Earth. Meaning we get to share the same water that the dinosaurs had.” – Guy Raz (10:11)
Memorable Moment:
- Mindy: “Winner, winner, dino water for dinner.” (09:42)
Audience Challenge:
If you missed it: “Stop, drop and gurgle some dino water.” (10:22)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- “Winner, winner, banana teeth for dinner!” – Mindy, celebrating an audience winner (04:51)
- “Kind of like how Grandma G Force has her regular dentures and her meat eating dentures.” – Mindy (05:21)
- “Winner, winner, dino nuggies for dinner.” – Mindy, after round 2 (06:39)
- “Water on Earth never disappears because it's constantly going through something called the water cycle.” – Mindy (09:57)
- “All of our winning wowzers today will receive their very own personal Thesaurus, the only saurus still roaming our earth today.” – Mindy, on the game’s prize (11:04)
Timestamps for Important Segments
- 02:16 – Game show begins: “Two Whats and a Wow!” introduction
- 03:45 – Round 1: Dino teeth challenge begins
- 04:50 – Audience answer: “T. Rex teeth were as big as bananas”
- 05:36 – Start of Round 2 (Did dinosaurs roar?)
- 06:39 – Audience answer: Dinosaurs likely didn’t roar
- 08:35 – Start of Round 3 (Dinosaur-era water)
- 09:42 – Audience answer: We drink the same water as dinosaurs
- 11:04 – Prize reveal: “Personal Thesaurus”
- 11:56 – Info about more Wow in the World content, memberships, and resources
Episode Tone & Style
The episode is fast-paced, funny, and participatory, using silly jokes, audience call-ins, and wild “physical” challenges to make science facts memorable. Mindy and Guy Raz maintain a playful and enthusiastic energy, perfect for kids and grown-ups learning together.
Conclusion
This episode of “Two Whats?! And A Wow!” on Wow in the World delivers fun, surprising dinosaur science for the whole family. Listeners learn that T. Rex had banana-sized teeth, dinosaurs likely cooed instead of roared, and the water we drink is billions of years old—a fresh spin on classic dino facts. Concluding with encouragement to explore further activities and membership options, Mindy and Guy keep the WOWs rolling in every sense.
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