Get ready to be floored by Briley Crisafi’s hair-raising tales! Discover Teddy Roosevelt’s inauguration secret, bust the myth about George Washington’s wig, and venture into the medieval magic of hair. Curious about the texture of your locks? It’s all in the shape! And as for the golden threads in our hair – especially newborns – it’s more real than you think. Dive deep into these follicle facts with this Betcha Didn’t Know episode and uncover the mysteries of our crowning glory!
Science
Explore a variety of engaging science lessons designed to spark curiosity. These videos cover essential concepts in biology, physics, chemistry, and more, offering exciting demonstrations and discussions that bring scientific principles to life.
The Platypus
Betcha Didn't Know | Emily Isbell Cavaluzzi Science
Imagine a creature so odd, even scientists doubted its existence! The duck-billed platypus, with features borrowed from ducks, otters, and beavers, baffled experts since its discovery in 1797. But its mysteries run deeper…from electro-receptive hunting abilities to its ancient lineage dating back to the dinosaurs, join Emily Isbell Cavaluzzi for a thrilling Betcha Didn’t Know, as we delve into the enigmatic world of the platypus!
Mushrooms
Betcha Didn't Know | Julie Richard Science
Join Julie Richard as she uncovers the astonishing world of oyster mushrooms in this latest piece from the Betcha Didn’t Know Dock! Discover how these fungi communicate through an extensive underground network, why the oyster mushroom is more of a carnivorous animal than a plant, and more…. You’ll love this “fun-guide” video!
The Potato Chip
Betcha Didn't Know | Armon J. Newton History Science
Do you love potato chips? Does it irritate you to buy what you believe to be a FULL bag of potato chips, only to find out when you open it that half the bag is…MISSING? Did you know potato chips were created by…an irritated chef? Grab a [half] bag and listen up! In this Betcha Didn’t Know with Armon Newton, you’re going to learn everything you never knew you needed to know about the potato chip!
Chance
Betcha Didn't Know | Andy Andrews Math Science
Is life just a roll of the dice? Do we wake up every day with no choice but to play the cards we are randomly dealt? Are our lives bound only by chance…or do logic and reason have a place at the table? From the unexplainable, dating back thousands of years, to our modern day cities, the idea of “chance” often shrouds the view of something greater. Is there evidence to suggest that maybe we’re not as advanced as we think? In this content packed Betcha Didn’t Know, Andy will leave you wondering…just what are the chances?
Measure Up!
Betcha Didn't Know | Julie Richard Math Science
What do Myanmar, Liberia, and the United States have in common? How many furlongs is a mile? What’s a BTU? Grab a ruler, and put on your running shoes…because Julie Richard is going the distance to explain measurement in a way you’ve never heard before in this classic Betcha Didn’t Know!
Motherhood
Betcha Didn't Know | Julie Richard Science
Julie Richard is the CEO of Fearless Mom…so if there’s one thing she knows well, it’s how to be a super mom. Today, in this latest edition of Betcha Didn’t Know, Julie reveals some secrets about some of the best mothers in the animal kingdom…and how humans take this supermom thing to an entirely different level!
Amazing Animals
Betcha Didn't Know | Lauren Bradford Science
How many different species would you guess are on Earth? One-hundred thousand? One million? Not even close. Scientists estimate there are over 8.7 million! Watch and listen as Lauren Bradford takes you on a tour around the globe and discusses a paw-full of facts that we betcha didn’t know!
Blueberries
Betcha Didn't Know | Leslie Anne Tarabella Science
Have you ever picked your breakfast from a “crunchlet” patch? Probably not… In this revealing Betcha Didn’t Know, Leslie Anne Tarabella manages to pick a whole bucket of truth from a bush you only thought had blueberries!
