Episodes

Welcome back, Wonder World listeners! It's Pam and Olivia here, come along with us as we gallop through an array of fun holidays and festivities for the third week of July! Do you know what today is? It’s Monday, July 15th, which means it's Celebration of the Horse Day and National I Love Horses Day! To all you horse lovers out there, enjoy your day and give those magnificent creatures an extra pat for us. Did you know that July 16th is Fresh Spinach Day and Guinea Pig Appreciation Day? We even...

Hey there, Wonder World listeners! It's Pam and Olivia here, ready to dive into another fun-filled week of July. It's hard to believe, but July 8th isn't just any ordinary day—it’s National Ice Cream Sundae Day and National Freezer Pop Day! We’re cooling off with sweet treats, and we want to know, what are your favorite ice cream toppings? Journey with us as we uncover interesting holidays throughout the month. July 9th marks Argentina's Independence Day, while July 10th is a double celebration...

Welcome back, Wonder World listeners! It's Pam and Olivia here! Happy first week of July! Come along with us as we bring you fun facts and festivities for the first week of July. Did you know that July is National Blueberry Month, National Grilling Month, National Ice Cream Month, and National Picnic Month? We're already dreaming of savory grilled shrimp and delicious ice cream under the summer sun. Get ready to laugh with some giggle-worthy jokes from our young listeners, and stick around for ...

Hey there, Wonder World listeners! Olivia and Pam here, and do you know what today is? It’s June 24th, and we’re headed into the third week of June! This week boasts some pretty quirky celebrations like Watermelon Seed Spitting Day on June 27th and Paul Bunyan Day on June 28th. Ever tried spitting watermelon seeds? It's a skill we might be losing thanks to seedless watermelons! June 29th is International Day of the Tropics—who wouldn't love a family trip to the tropics? And rounding off the mont...

Welcome back, Wonder World listeners! It's Pam and Olivia here! Can you believe it's already the 3rd week of June? We have a ton of fun facts, unique holidays, and celebrations to share with you. Did you know that June 18th is Clean Your Aquarium Day, National Fishing Day, and International Picnic Day? Just imagine what your ideal picnic could be like—perhaps on a breezy beach or with a delightful spread someone else prepared! In this episode, we dive into some fascinating historical events, li...

Hey there, Wonder World listeners! Olivia and Pam here, and do you know what today is? It’s June 10th, and we’re diving into the second week of June! Buckle up, because this week is jam-packed with fascinating holidays such as, Red Rose Day, Sewing Machine Day, International Surfing Day, and let’s not forget, Father's Day. We're brainstorming the best gifts for Dad, but we have to keep it hush-hush in case he tunes in! Wander through history as we learn about the opening of the first public zoo...

Hey there, Wonder World listeners! It's Pam and Olivia back again with another exciting episode for you. This week, we're diving into the wonders of June. From celebrating Dinosaur Day to National Pen Pal Day and even World Milk Day. Join us as we jump into holidays like National First Ladies Day, National Rocky Road Day, and Global Running Day - which, spoiler alert, we might not be participating in, but we'll cheer you on if you do! Birthdays are always a special part of our episodes, and thi...

Welcome back, Wonder World listeners! It’s Pam and Olivia back with another exciting episode. This week is filled with notable days and celebrations. Starting off with May 27th, it's Memorial Day – a time to honor and remember the brave soldiers who sacrificed for our country. Then, on May 28th, we've got International Burger Day. Who doesn't love sinking their teeth into a juicy burger, right? We share our favorite burger toppings and discuss how we like to indulge in this delicious holiday. B...

Hey there, Wonder World listeners! It's Pam and Olivia and we're ready to dive into the latest episode with all kinds of surprising celebrations and fun tidbits. The third week of May brings a handful of quirky holidays, such as "be a millionaire day" on May 20th, "lucky penny day" on May 23rd and May 26th is a double whammy with "blueberry cheesecake day" and "paper airplane day". Anyone else feeling a sudden urge to bake blueberry cheesecake and fly paper airplanes? But that's not all! Get re...

Hey there, Wonder World listeners! It's Pam and Olivia, and we're here to fill your day with wonder, poetry, and fun. We've got a week filled with delightful celebrations, including Tulip Day, National Sea Monkey Day, and more. Plus, don't miss the chance to indulge in some pizza on Pizza Party Day! This week we also dive into a bit of history, learning about the settlement of Jamestown, Virginia, the Lewis and Clark expedition, the declaration of Israel as an independent state, and the inventi...

Welcome back, Wonder World listeners! It's Pam and Olivia here to take you on an exciting journey through the first full week of May. Today, we're celebrating Nurses' Day, paying tribute to the amazing work of nurses all around the world. And did you know that May 7th is not only National Teachers' Day but also Poem on Your Pillow Day? Join us as we delve into more interesting holidays this week, including Jamestown Day, No Socks Day, Clean Your Room Day, and even a day without shoes. We'll pon...

Welcome back Wonder World listeners! Pam and Olivia here, and we’re ready to kick off the last week of April and the start of May with some fascinating fun facts and of course, lots of laughter. In this episode we have unique celebrations like Honesty Day, Learn to Ride a Bike Day, and Mother Goose Day. Listen along for contributions from some of our young listeners, a word of the week to help expand your vocabulary, and an enchanting poem to stir your imagination. We have special birthdays to ...

Welcome back to the Wonder World Podcast! Pam and Olivia here! It’s the fourth week of April and we’re bringing you episode 55. Wondering what exciting things are happening this week? Well, April 22nd marks Passover and National Jelly Bean Day. And who could forget about Shakespeare Day on April 23rd, followed by National Pigs in a Blanket Day on April 24th? We even play a fun trivia game on the origin of pigs in a blanket, and you won't believe the answer! That’s not all! We dive into famous b...

Welcome back to the Wonder World Podcast, friends. Pam and Olivia here! This week is jam-packed with quirky celebrations such as, National Banana Day, Ford Mustang Day, and National High 5 Day. Listen along for some fascinating fungi facts and some truly "a-peeling" banana trivia that will surprise and delight you. And that’s not all – in this episode, you’ll discover historical milestones, special birthdays, and even a gigantic word to impress your friends with. Laugh along with some hilarious...

Welcome back, wonder seekers! Pam and Olivia here and we’re ready to kick off the second week of April with some exciting tidbits and special days. Did you know today is Draw a Bird Day? Why not grab your pencils and sketch those feathered friends while listening along with us? From National Siblings Day to Encourage a Young Writer Day on April 10th, there's a whole lot of celebration in store this week. We have some fantastic nuggets of wisdom for budding young writers and we'll share some hea...

Hey there, Wonder World listeners! It's Pam and Olivia here and do you know what today is? It’s April Fools’ Day and the first day of April! Do you have your fun and silly pranks ready? Come along with us as we bring you fun facts and festivities for the first week of April. Did you know that April is Adopt a Ferret Month and Adopt a Greyhound Month? We can't help but wonder what would happen if you brought both home at once! April is also full of interesting celebrations like Jazz Appreciati...

Hey, wonderers! Olivia and Pam here, and we’re ready to hop into the last week of March! This week we have a jam-packed episode filled with all kinds of goodies, like International Waffle Day and National Crayon Day, and of course, Easter Sunday! Flex your brain power with a trivia question about daylight savings time and learn our new word of the week. Come along as we share some nifty historical facts like the arrival of the first settlers in Maryland and the foundation of the United States...

Welcome back to the Wonder World Podcast! Pam and Olivia here! We're bringing you episode 50, and you know what that means - plenty of excitement coming your way. Tune in this week for National Sloppy Joe Day and Alien Abduction Day along with some fascinating historical facts, like the first person to walk in space and the first hot air balloon trip around the world. Plus, we have famous birthdays and a delightful poem from a philosopher and poet born WAY back in 1360. Don't miss out on t...

Hey, wonderers! Olivia and Pam here, and we’re ready to spring into the second week of March! This week we have fun holidays like, “Plant to Flower Day,” National Corndog day, and of course, it wouldn’t be March without St. Patrick’s Day! Come along as we share unique historical facts about Coca Cola, announce our new word of the week, laugh along with listener jokes, and send some virtual birthday cheer to the awesome kids in our Wonder World Kids Club. So, gather around, hit play, and le...

Welcome back to the Wonder World Podcast! It's Pam and Olivia here, ready to sprinkle some wonder into your week. Get ready to mark your calendars, because we're diving into the fascinating world of holidays and historical gems for the first week of March. This week we have unique celebrations like Guam Discovery Day, Kurdistan Hat Day, and even National Potty Dance Day. Yes, you read that right - it's a thing! We'll also take a look at famous birthdays and send some virtual birthday cheer to...

Welcome back to the Wonder World Podcast, friends. Pam and Olivia, here, and we’re ready to leap right into the last week of February! This week, we’re bringing you along with us as we discover the origins of Leap Year, dive into polar bear trivia, and sweeten things up with National Pancake Day! We’ll brush up on important US history, chat about Letter to an Elder Day, and did you know, the inventor of blue jeans has a birthday this week? We also have special listener birthdays, and of cours...

In this episode, we explore the upcoming holidays for the third week of February, including Presidents' Day, National Comfy Day, and Be Humble Day. We also delve into some intriguing historical events on February 19th and February 24th. In the spirit of learning and fun, we have some trivia about sword swallowing that's sure to pique your interest. But remember, folks, don't try this at home! Adding a touch of poetry to our episode, we feature a beautiful poem by Claude McKay, "To Winter." ...

Welcome to episode 45 of the Wonderworld Podcast, where we bring you stories, cool facts, and fun for curious kids. In this episode, we explore the unique holidays of the second week of February, dive into historical events, and share a fascinating story about Saint Valentine. We also have jokes from our young listeners and a special offer for our Wonder Kids Club members. So, join hosts Olivia and Pam for an exciting, educational, wonder-filled, and fun-filled episode. Links and Resources...

Welcome back to the Wonder World Podcast! It's a new week filled with exciting holidays and historical tidbits. Join Pam and Olivia as they dive into the first week of February events. From Weatherman's Day to World Nutella Day, there are plenty of fun things to celebrate. They also discuss birthdays and crack some jokes. Test your knowledge with pizza trivia and learn a new word for the week. Tune in for a wholesome and educational episode, and get ready for some good times with the Wonde...