Lucy Wow: STEM Stories for Kids Who Love Inventing
Episodes
S1E146 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Dr Honeydew
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Honeydew is the resident scientist and inventor on The Muppet Show. His official title is C.S.I.C.O.E. (Chief Scientist in Charge of Everything). ...
S1E145 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Ballet
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ballet comes from Italy. In fact, the name “Ballet” comes from the Italian word "ballare," which means "to dance.” Ballet started out as a simpl...
S1E144 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Marie Curie
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Marie was the first woman in France to earn a PhD in physics. The professors who reviewed her doctoral thesis, declared it “the greatest single cont...
Lucy Wow Presents: Listener Mailbag Overload 4
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
Lucy Wow Presents: Amazing Heroes 1
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
Lucy Wow Presents: Super Duper Super Inventions 3
26 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
S1E143 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Sneakers
25 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kapow, Lucy Wow's sidekick and world champion eater of socks, as he explores some of the world's most amazing inventions!
Lucy Wow Presents: All Things Food 2
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
Lucy Wow Presents: Evening Inventions
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Looking for an educational episode to spice up your evening? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some ...
S1E142 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Aquaman's Trident
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Aquaman's five pointed trident is common among Atlanteans, the people of Atlantis. His, however, was particularly special because it was made of a mys...
S1E141 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Karate
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Karate doesn’t fall from the sky, or rise up from the soil, so it had to be invented, right? And lucky for you, Kapow knows all about its invention!
Lucy Wow Presents: Listener Mailbag Overload 3
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
Lucy Wow Presents: Inventor's Hour 3
20 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
Lucy Wow Presents: Transportation Inventions 2
19 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
S1E140 - Kapow's Power of Invention: The Computer
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in to today's episode of Kapow's Power of Invention, where we are introduced to the one and only Charles Babbage! A mathematician, philosopher, m...
S1E139 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Crayons
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A crayon is a stick of colored wax used for writing or drawing. Crayons are popular all over the world because they’re available in a range of price...
S1E138 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Sandy Cheeks
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sandra Jennifer Olivia "Sandy" Cheeks is an American squirrel from the state of Texas, who lives in under the sea in Bikini Bottom, right by Spongebob...
Lucy Wow Presents: Listener Mailbag Overload 2
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
Lucy Wow Presents: Super Duper Super Inventions 2
13 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
Lucy Wow Presents: Techno Time 2
12 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
S1E137 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 29
11 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Has Kapow ever said Goat Kid Goat Instead of Go Kid Go? Tune in to find out the answer to this question, and maybe a couple more, with Lucy Wow's side...
S1E136 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Braille
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today's inventory was the one of the coolest inventors of his era. He overcame all of the odds to change the world! Tune in to find out how Louis Brai...
S1E135 - Kapow's Power of Invention: The Calendar
09 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A calendar is a tool used to measure the passing of time. Now, the people in ancient times based their calendars on the most obvious, and consistent t...
S1E134 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Nerf!
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You know Nerf and I know Nerf. The foamy, spongy, material that lets you shoot a basket inside, catch a football with your nose, and poke a friend wit...
Lucy Wow Presents: Listener Mailbag Overload!
06 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
Lucy Wow Presents: Inventor's Hour 2
05 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
S1E133 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 28
04 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Who is Kapow's favorite superhero? What do tin cans taste like? Tune in to find out the answer to these questions, and maybe a couple more, with Lucy ...
S1E132 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Iron Man’s Mark 2 Suit
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Before he was a hero, Anthony Edward "Tony" Stark, was a flashy and brilliant inventor. With his great wealth and exceptional technical knowledge, Sta...
S1E131 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Fireworks
02 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it’s lighting up your town's 4th of July celebration, or announcing the New Year over your city’s skyscrapers, every firework started as a...
S1E130 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Johannes Gutenberg
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kapow, Lucy Wow's sidekick and world champion eater of socks, as he explores some of the world's most amazing inventions! Today's inventor is res...
Lucy Wow Presents: Entertainers United
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
Lucy Wow Presents: Super Duper Super Inventions 1
29 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
S1E129 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 27
28 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode we explore a super hero created by one of our very own listeners! Tune in to find out what cool super powers Lighter has, and ...
S1E128 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Silly Putty
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Silly putty, one of the most popular toys of the 20th century, began as a science experiment during World War 2. Tune in to find out how it happened!
S1E126 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Quidditch
26 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quidditch taught Harry Potter skills that he used in his fight against… he who shall not be named. If it wasn’t for his time spent on the Quidditc...
S1E125 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Earmuffs
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Winter is the time of year where lakes from Maine to Minneapolis freeze over and kids strap on skates and get to go skating on the ice. Well, back in ...
Lucy Wow Presents: Inventor's Hour 1
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
Lucy Wow Presents: Super Duper Super Inventions 1
23 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
Lucy Wow Presents: All Things Food 1
22 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
S1E125 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 26
21 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Which is better, cupcakes or cookies? Can you still be a superhero if there isn't a supervillain in your neighborhood? Tune in to find out the answer ...
S1E124 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Samuel Morse
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in to learn about Samuel Morse, the father of a mechanical device that would change the communication technology forever.
S1E123 - Kapow's Power of Invention: The Boombox
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Music is fun to share and listen to together with friends. But for a long time, music pretty much held still. If you wanted to hear a song with a frie...
S1E122 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Mjolnir
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Now, obviously, Guy Neville is a superhero, but you know what? You can be too! You already have the power of imagination and the power of invention in...
Lucy Wow Presents: Transportation Inventions
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
S1E121 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 25
14 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kapow and Guy seem to drive each other crazy, so why do they podcast together? Who invented the zip line from Lucy Wow season two? How did Lucy invent...
S1E120 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Snowmen
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are records of snowmen that go all the way back to the Middle Ages, but no one knows for sure how long ago the first one was built. Who knows? C...
S1E119 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Charles Goodyear
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in today to hear about Charles Goodyear, the American self-taught chemist and manufacturing engineer who developed vulcanized rubber. Without vul...
S1E118 - Kapow's Power of Invention: The Elevator
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the 1850’s the idea of the skyscraper was born. This new, and very tall, idea included a fancy living space, called a penthouse, on the top floor...
Lucy Wow Presents: Techno Time!
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
S1E117 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 24
07 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is the best music for building and inventing? What did Guy and Kapow plan for their New Year celebration? Tune in to find out the answer to these...
S1E116 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Talos
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Superheroes and Super-Inventions are nothing new. In fact, before the Marvel Universe, or DC, or Star Wars, there was something called Greek Mythology...
S1E115 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Libraries
05 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Libraries are buildings that have huge collections of books, but they are so much more than that. Libraries are a source of culture and knowledge, and...
S1E114 - Kapow's Power of Invention: The Earl of Sandwich
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
No invention is plain and simple. You have to imagine up a new idea, experiment with it, perfect it… even when it seems like they just come to you, ...
Lucy Wow Presents: Totally Toys!
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On a long trip and looking for something to keep you busy? Tune in to this special super-sized Kapow's Power of Invention episode! We've taken some of...
S1E113 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 23
31 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How does Kapow eat so much and not get full? What new inventions are Guy and Kapow working on? Tune in to find out the answer to these questions, and ...
S1E112 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Making the Bed
30 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
People have been sleeping since the dawn of time. Goats too. Everyone sleeps. But there weren’t always beds. At first, people just slept on the grou...
S1E111 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Forge
29 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today's super inventor has a superpower that allows him to invent intuitively, or in another way of saying it, by feeling, rather than understanding. ...
S1E110 - Kapow's Power of Invention: The Knock-Knock Joke
28 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Knock-Knock joke has been the king, or queen, of American humor since the early 20th century. That’s almost a hundred years that Knock-Knock jok...
S2E10 - Lucy Wow: The Crystal Thief Revealed!
27 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lucy Wow and her team are finally able to confront the crystal thief. Who is it, and why did they try to steal the crystal? Tune in to the finale of L...
S1E109 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 22
24 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What’s the hardest part about co-hosting? Did Lucy Wow start building with LEGOs? Tune in to find out the answer to these questions, and maybe a cou...
S1E108 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Alexander Graham Bell
23 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you’re using it for a pre-dinner snack, to call a friend, or to listen to a podcast, the phone is probably a huge part of your life; But, ba...
S1E107 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Lego
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lego is a toy that you can use to build anything you can imagine. Who knows, with enough of them, you might even be able to build Lego Kapow! That wou...
S1E106 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Mandalorian Armor
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You can change the world with nothing more than a simple idea and a suit of armor. And today, Kapow is excited to talk about one of Guy Neville’s fa...
S2E9 - Lucy Wow: Reverse Magnetic Awesome
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lucy Wow and friends continue tracking the crystal thief. Who could it possibly be? Tune in to find out!
S1E105 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 21
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Does Kapow know that they are the coolest mechanical goat ever? If Guy Neville could have a superpower he doesn't have yet, which would he choose? Tun...
S1E104 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Tin Cans
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that tin cans can be used for something other than Kapow's lunch? Well, they CAN. Get it? Can? Well, anyway, the fact is, tin cans have p...
S1E103 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Peter Tsai
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s inventor, Peter Tsai, invented something called the N95 Respirator Mask that lets Kapow breath when the barn is full of dust, rust, and pizz...
S1E102 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Boba
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For the first time ever, Kapow has a co-host! Pflugerville’s own - Guy Neville! Join the two friends to discover how boba, or bubble tea, became one...
S2E8 - Lucy Wow: The Crystal Thief
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Someone used the world's longest zip line to take a giant crystal from the mountain! Lucy Wow won't stop until she finds the culprit.
S1E101 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Flip Flops
10 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re taking a food tour through the ages. That’s right, we’re going to journey 6000 years into the past, to when one of the most deliciou...
S1E100 - Kapow's Power of Invention: LIstener Mailbag Special Edition!
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our listener mailbag comes a day early this week as we round the corner on 100 episodes of Kapow's Power of Invention!What’s Kapow's favorite show o...
S1E99 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Temple Grandin
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Those things that make you different, well sometimes they turn out to be the very things that make you successful. Which brings us to today’s invent...
S1E98 - Kapow's Power of Invention: The Star Trek Transporter
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Guy Neville takes over for a day of super invention! Guy Neville helps protect Pflugerville, Batman protects Gotham, and Spiderman protects New York! ...
S2E7 - Lucy Wow: The Zippity Zip Zipper
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lucy Wow and Guy Neville are on their way back to the highest peak in Pflugerville to finish the world's longest zip line. What could possibly go wron...
S1E97 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 19
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is the best thing Kapow has ever eaten? Who would win in a wrestling match between Alphalpha Rubyfunkle and Zogzilla? How old was Lucy Wow when s...
S1E96 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Christmas Stockings
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Inventions come in all forms. You can invent a mechanical pygmy goat, you can invent a tin can sandwich, you can even invent a tradition! Like today’...
S1E95 - Kapow's Power of Invention: LaMarcus Thompson
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You’re gonna be happy you tuned in today, because today’s inventor was a master of fun. He didn’t just change the world; he made the world put i...
S1E94 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Pumpkin Spice Latte
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Pumpkin Spice Latte is a drink made with a mix of autumn spice flavors that is only served in the fall. People all over the world wait 3/4’s of ...
S2E6 - Lucy Wow: Roboyeti!
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lucy Wow needs someone to guard the world's longest zip line as she makes a few final adjustments to it. Roboyeti happens to be just the robot for the...
S1E93 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Karen Plankton
26 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A super-invention is an invention that turns you into a superhero… or supervillain. And today’s invention has been on both sides - good and evil. ...
S1E92 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Macy's Day Parade Balloons
25 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One of the fun parts about inventing is that your creations go on to have a life of their own. They grow and change - becoming podcast hosts like Kapo...
S1E91 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Milton Hershey
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kapow, Lucy Wow's sidekick and world champion eater of socks, as he explores some of the world's most amazing inventions! With a spark of inspira...
S1E90 - Kapow's Power of Invention: The International Space Station
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know there is a lab that floats in space, 250 miles above the Earth, where scientists from all over the world live and work? Well tune in to t...
S2E5 - Lucy Wow: Yarn-O-Matic
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lucy Wow continues her work on the world's longest zipline.
S1E89 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 18
19 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Does Kapow ever think about doing a different podcast? What podcasts do they listen to? If Kapow could re-build themself into another animal, would th...
S1E88 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Iron Man's Hulkbuster Suit
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Guy Neville takes over for a day of super invention! Today’s super-invention was invented to stop the unstoppable. To beat the unbeatable. To out in...
S1E87 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Doritos
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You know what Doritos are, right? Crunchy, spicy triangles covered in neon orange powder? Doritos are one of America's favorite things to crunch and m...
S1E86 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Guglielmo Marconi
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One of the amazing things about inventing is that you never know how your creation might impact the world. Today’s inventor knew that his work with ...
S2E4 - Lucy Wow: The Crystal Cavern
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lucy Wow and the crew discovered a giant metal door at the top of the mountain. What kind of secrets are behind the door? Tune in to find out!
S1E85 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 17
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How did Lucy Wow make Kapow? On a scale of 1 to 10, how much does Kapow like broccoli? How about yarn? Tune in to find out the answer to these questio...
S1E84 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Pokemon
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kapow, Lucy Wow's sidekick and world champion eater of socks, as he explores some of the world's most amazing inventions! Today's invention is an...
S1E83 - Kapow's Power of Invention: The Green Lantern Ring
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Guy Neville takes over for a day of super invention! The Green Lantern Ring, also known as a Power Ring, is a piece of jewelry that allows the wearer ...
S1E82 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Trick or Treating
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kapow, Lucy Wow's sidekick and world champion eater of socks, as he explores some of the world's most amazing inventions!All over the world, for ...
S2E3 - Lucy Wow: Alfalfa Rubyfunkle
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lucy Wow, Kapow, and Guy Neville continue their quest to build the world's longest zip line. Will they finally succeed with a little extra help from A...
S1E81 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 16
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why does Kapow like socks and cans and metal objects? If Kapow could hang out with any great inventor from history, who would it be? What’s the weir...
S1E80 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Ruth Handler
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kapow, Lucy Wow's sidekick and world champion eater of socks, as he explores some of the world's most amazing inventions! When today's inventory ...
S1E79 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Cell Phones
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Kapow, Lucy Wow's sidekick and world champion eater of socks, as he explores some of the world's most amazing inventions! Today's invention is ev...
S1E78 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Batgirl
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Guy Neville takes over for a day of super invention! When it comes to using the power of invention to rise above your obstacles and become super, ther...
S2E2 - Lucy Wow: To the Mountains!
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lucy, Guy, and Kapow were blown off course on their way to the highest mountain in Pflugerville. How will they get back to set up the world's longest ...
S1E77 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 15
29 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How often does Kapow need a tune-up? If Kapow could invent a mechanical animal assistant, what would it be? What tool part does Kapow use the most? Tu...