The Science of Butts [ENCORE]

Jan 6, 2023, 8:55 AM·20 min

<p>This is a re-broadcast of one of our most popular episodes of season 7, The Science of Butts!&nbsp;</p> <p>What is a butt? That’s what science journalist Katherine Wu wanted to know. Her quest for an answer leads her into a web of big butt questions, and a search to find the top butt scientists in the world. She discovers a debate over where butts come from, and a very strange butt that could rewrite the annals of butt history.</p> <p>This episode features an original song called, “Sometimes Butt.” Trust us, it’s a fun one! (And yes, we say the word “butt” and other butt-related words a lot.)</p> <p>Can’t get enough of butt science? There’s plenty more! Listen to a bonus interview episode with Katherine Wu, available to Patrons who support Tumble at a level of $1 a month or more. You’ll get access to an ad-free feed with all our bonus episodes, at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/tumblepodcast" target="_blank">patreon.com/tumblepodcast</a></p> <p>This episode is based on Katherine’s article, “The Body’s Most Embarrassing Organ is an Evolutionary Marvel.” Find more butt science resources on the blog on our website, <a href="https://www.sciencepodcastforkids.com/single-post/the-science-of-butts" target="_blank">sciencepodcastforkids.com</a>.</p> <p>Tumble en Español, our Spanish-language show, has new episodes starting January 27th! Check out that feed at <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4ZJ1WXcMRs3cS8ygCq38ms?si=c44afccd873d4b85">here</a>.&nbsp;</p>