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Lucy Wow: STEM Stories for Kids Who Love Inventing

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Lucy Wow is a brilliant 11-year old tinkerer and maker driven by the question “what if?” as she designs and makes cool mechanical inventions with her sidekick Kapow, a mechanical pigmy goat. Some of Lucy's inventions are epic...others are epic fails! But she never stops trying. Lucy Wow, part of the GoKidGo universe of shows for kids, is written and directed by NY Times bestselling children's author Patrick Carman, starring Michaela Dietz (Steven Universe), Daniel Cohen (Lego City Adventures), and Ian James Corlett (The Loud House, Vampirina, Dragon Ball Z). Want even more Lucy Wow? Head to ⁠⁠GoKidGo.com⁠⁠ to unlock ad-free listening to GoKidGo Originals and R.L. Stine’s Story Club, plus monthly downloadable activities inspired by your favorite shows! Start your subscription today at GoKidGo.com and keep the adventure going without interruptions.
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Lucy Wow is a brilliant 11-year old tinkerer and maker driven by the question “what if?” as she designs and makes cool mechanical inventions with her sidekick Kapow, a mechanical pigmy goat. Some of Lucy's inventions are epic...others are epic fails! But she never stops trying. Lucy Wow, part of the GoKidGo universe of shows for kids, is written and directed by NY Times bestselling children's author Patrick Carman, starring Michaela Dietz (Steven Universe), Daniel Cohen (Lego City Adventures), and Ian James Corlett (The Loud House, Vampirina, Dragon Ball Z). Want even more Lucy Wow? Head to ⁠⁠GoKidGo.com⁠⁠ to unlock ad-free listening to GoKidGo Originals and R.L. Stine’s Story Club, plus monthly downloadable activities inspired by your favorite shows! Start your subscription today at GoKidGo.com and keep the adventure going without interruptions.
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Published 2021-10-29

S1E77 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 15

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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? Tune in to find out the answer to these questions, and maybe a couple more, with Lucy Wow's sidekick (and world champion eater of socks) Kapow! Thanks to listeners Adam, Abby, and Shirley for the great questions!




If you have questions you would like Kapow to answer, send them to kapow@gokidgo.com.
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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? Tune in to find out the answer to these questions, and maybe a couple more, with Lucy Wow's sidekick (and world champion eater of socks) Kapow! Thanks to listeners Adam, Abby, and Shirley for the great questions!




If you have questions you would like Kapow to answer, send them to kapow@gokidgo.com.
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Published 2021-10-28

S1E76 - Kapow's Power of Invention: The Microwave

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Today there's a microwave in 90 percent of American homes, and they're heating everything from popcorn to pizza in a hurry. We love microwaves because they’re fast and easy. But microwaves don’t grow on trees or hatch from eggs - they were invented. And, like so many of the inventions we love, they were invented by accident. So, let’s set our timers and get this story cookin'.
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Today there's a microwave in 90 percent of American homes, and they're heating everything from popcorn to pizza in a hurry. We love microwaves because they’re fast and easy. But microwaves don’t grow on trees or hatch from eggs - they were invented. And, like so many of the inventions we love, they were invented by accident. So, let’s set our timers and get this story cookin'.
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Published 2021-10-27

S1E75 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Maria Beasley

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Let’s take a look at today’s inventor - Maria Beasley. Maria was a very special inventor, because she didn’t just use her genius to change lives, she used it to save lives - which makes her what our friend Guy Neville would call: a superhero of invention!
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Let’s take a look at today’s inventor - Maria Beasley. Maria was a very special inventor, because she didn’t just use her genius to change lives, she used it to save lives - which makes her what our friend Guy Neville would call: a superhero of invention!
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Published 2021-10-26

S1E74 - Kapow's Power of Invention: The Pizza Saver

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Today’s invention is so small in fits in the palm of your hand, but just because something is small doesn’t mean its impact can’t be large. Or in this case, extra-large, with extra cheese! Sitting on top of that tasty circle of cheese, protecting your delicious pie toppings from the cardboard box above it, it’s a small white piece of plastic - a pizza saver.
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Today’s invention is so small in fits in the palm of your hand, but just because something is small doesn’t mean its impact can’t be large. Or in this case, extra-large, with extra cheese! Sitting on top of that tasty circle of cheese, protecting your delicious pie toppings from the cardboard box above it, it’s a small white piece of plastic - a pizza saver.
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Published 2021-10-25

S2E1 - Lucy Wow: Go Long!

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This season kicks off with a bang as Lucy, Kapow, and Guy attempt to create an amazing invention that could set a new world record!
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This season kicks off with a bang as Lucy, Kapow, and Guy attempt to create an amazing invention that could set a new world record!
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Published 2021-10-22

S1E73 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 14

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How did Lucy Wow program Kapow to play tunes out of their butt? Who are Lucy Wow’s parents? Has Kapow made any friends? Tune in to find out the answer to these questions, and maybe a couple more, with Lucy Wow's sidekick (and world champion eater of socks) Kapow! Thanks to listeners Laura and Leon for the great questions!
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How did Lucy Wow program Kapow to play tunes out of their butt? Who are Lucy Wow’s parents? Has Kapow made any friends? Tune in to find out the answer to these questions, and maybe a couple more, with Lucy Wow's sidekick (and world champion eater of socks) Kapow! Thanks to listeners Laura and Leon for the great questions!
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Published 2021-10-21

S1E72 - Kapow's Power of Invention: The Millennium Falcon

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Guy Neville takes over for a day of super invention! Today’s invention is a special one, because it was suggested by a listener just like you - that’s right, our friend Grayson recommended we take a look at a galaxy far, far away for a super-invention, so today we’ll be looking at the Millennium Falcon!
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Guy Neville takes over for a day of super invention! Today’s invention is a special one, because it was suggested by a listener just like you - that’s right, our friend Grayson recommended we take a look at a galaxy far, far away for a super-invention, so today we’ll be looking at the Millennium Falcon!
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Published 2021-10-20

S1E71 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Mauve

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You can invent a mechanical pygmy goat, you can invent a word, you can even invent a color! You heard right, today we’re going to look at the man who accidentally invented the color Mauve!
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You can invent a mechanical pygmy goat, you can invent a word, you can even invent a color! You heard right, today we’re going to look at the man who accidentally invented the color Mauve!
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Published 2021-10-19

S1E70 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Benjamin Franklin

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You may know Benjamin Franklin as one of America’s Founding Fathers and a signer of The Declaration of Independence, but he was an inventor too, and today, that’s the part of his life that we’ll be looking at.
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You may know Benjamin Franklin as one of America’s Founding Fathers and a signer of The Declaration of Independence, but he was an inventor too, and today, that’s the part of his life that we’ll be looking at.
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Published 2021-10-18

S1E69 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Breakdancing

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People invent all sorts of things. From mechanical pygmy goats, to lightbulbs, to new ways to dance! That’s right, dances are invented. You don’t see animals doing the floss in the forest do you? Today we’re going to talk about a dance that really puts the “Kapow” into cuttin' a rug. That's right, we are talking about breakdancing!
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People invent all sorts of things. From mechanical pygmy goats, to lightbulbs, to new ways to dance! That’s right, dances are invented. You don’t see animals doing the floss in the forest do you? Today we’re going to talk about a dance that really puts the “Kapow” into cuttin' a rug. That's right, we are talking about breakdancing!
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Published 2021-10-15

S1E68 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 13

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What’s Kapow's favorite way to travel? What do Kapow and Lucy do when they don’t have any new ideas? Who invented inventing? Tune in to find out the answer to these questions, and maybe a couple more, with Lucy Wow's sidekick (and world champion eater of socks) Kapow! Thanks to listeners Erich, Mikayla, and Ivy for the great questions!
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What’s Kapow's favorite way to travel? What do Kapow and Lucy do when they don’t have any new ideas? Who invented inventing? Tune in to find out the answer to these questions, and maybe a couple more, with Lucy Wow's sidekick (and world champion eater of socks) Kapow! Thanks to listeners Erich, Mikayla, and Ivy for the great questions!
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Published 2021-10-14

S1E67 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Lightsabers

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Guy Neville takes over for a day of super invention! Today’s invention didn’t just help a world, it helped a whole galaxy. A galaxy far, far away that is. Tune in to today's episode to learn all about… lightsabers!
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Guy Neville takes over for a day of super invention! Today’s invention didn’t just help a world, it helped a whole galaxy. A galaxy far, far away that is. Tune in to today's episode to learn all about… lightsabers!
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Published 2021-10-13

S1E66 - Kapow's Power of Invention: The Frisbee

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Today’s invention is the one and only, Frisbee! You know what a Frisbee is, right? Those curved discs that people can throw super far through the air? Tune in to hear the story of how they came to be!
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Today’s invention is the one and only, Frisbee! You know what a Frisbee is, right? Those curved discs that people can throw super far through the air? Tune in to hear the story of how they came to be!
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Published 2021-10-12

S1E65 - Kapow's Power of Invention: James Dyson

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Have you ever been told to clean your room? Well, James Dyson was, but once he was done with his room, he just kept going until he was cleaning rooms all over the world… Let’s take a look and see exactly how that came to be!
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Have you ever been told to clean your room? Well, James Dyson was, but once he was done with his room, he just kept going until he was cleaning rooms all over the world… Let’s take a look and see exactly how that came to be!
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Published 2021-10-11

Lucy Wow Presents: Whale of a Tale!

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Join us for a special preview episode of our new show, Whale of a Tale! Join Atlas and Zavia as they go on their first big adventure to the bottom of the Pflugerville Ocean! What kind of hidden secrets and deep sea adventures will they find themselves in? Only one way to find out!
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Join us for a special preview episode of our new show, Whale of a Tale! Join Atlas and Zavia as they go on their first big adventure to the bottom of the Pflugerville Ocean! What kind of hidden secrets and deep sea adventures will they find themselves in? Only one way to find out!
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Published 2021-10-08

S1E64 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 12

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How did Kapow start podcasting? Have they ever been to America? What is the most important tool for an inventor? Tune in to find out the answer to these questions, and maybe a couple more, with Lucy Wow's sidekick (and world champion eater of socks) Kapow! Thanks to listeners Scott, Amanda, and Riley for the great questions!
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How did Kapow start podcasting? Have they ever been to America? What is the most important tool for an inventor? Tune in to find out the answer to these questions, and maybe a couple more, with Lucy Wow's sidekick (and world champion eater of socks) Kapow! Thanks to listeners Scott, Amanda, and Riley for the great questions!
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Published 2021-10-07

S1E63 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Crowdfunding

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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 helped create a ton of cool new projects!
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Published 2021-10-05

S1E61 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Bicycles

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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 helps us get places, and fast!
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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 helps us get places, and fast!
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Published 2021-10-04

S1E60 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Madam C.J. Walker

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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 helped change the face of the hair and beauty industry!
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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 helped change the face of the hair and beauty industry!
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Published 2021-10-01

S1E59 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 11

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Is Kapow a finished invention? Who is Guy Neville's favorite superhero? How do you make a bathtub car? Tune in to find out the answer to these questions, and maybe a couple more, with Lucy Wow's sidekick (and world champion eater of socks) Kapow! Thanks to listeners Scott, Amanda, and Riley for the great questions!
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Is Kapow a finished invention? Who is Guy Neville's favorite superhero? How do you make a bathtub car? Tune in to find out the answer to these questions, and maybe a couple more, with Lucy Wow's sidekick (and world champion eater of socks) Kapow! Thanks to listeners Scott, Amanda, and Riley for the great questions!
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Published 2021-09-30

S1E58 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Ride Sharing

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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 helps people travel all over the place. That's right, we're talking about ride sharing!
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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 helps people travel all over the place. That's right, we're talking about ride sharing!
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Published 2021-09-28

S1E56 - Kapow's Power of Invention: The Smiley Face

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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 happy invention shows up all over the place! Where can't you find a smiley face these days?!
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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 happy invention shows up all over the place! Where can't you find a smiley face these days?!
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Published 2021-09-27

S1E55 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Jim Henson

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Join Kapow, Lucy Wow's sidekick and world champion eater of socks, as he explores some of the world's most amazing inventions! Today we are investigating how the world of puppeteering was changed forever by the one and only Jim Henson!
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Join Kapow, Lucy Wow's sidekick and world champion eater of socks, as he explores some of the world's most amazing inventions! Today we are investigating how the world of puppeteering was changed forever by the one and only Jim Henson!
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Published 2021-09-24

S1E54 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Headphones

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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 covers the wide world of headphones!
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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 covers the wide world of headphones!
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Published 2021-09-22

S1E52 - Kapow's Power of Invention: S'mores

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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 a favorite camping treat. A little marshmallow, some chocolate, and a pinch of graham cracker. You guessed it, s'mores!
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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 a favorite camping treat. A little marshmallow, some chocolate, and a pinch of graham cracker. You guessed it, s'mores!
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Published 2021-09-21

S1E51 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 10

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What is the best way to start your day if you want to be a great inventor? Why doesn't Lucy sell her inventions to get rich? How did Lucy learn to build such cool stuff? Tune in to find out the answer to these questions, and maybe a couple more, with Lucy Wow's sidekick (and world champion eater of socks) Kapow! Thanks to listeners Terence, May, and Olivia for the great questions!
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What is the best way to start your day if you want to be a great inventor? Why doesn't Lucy sell her inventions to get rich? How did Lucy learn to build such cool stuff? Tune in to find out the answer to these questions, and maybe a couple more, with Lucy Wow's sidekick (and world champion eater of socks) Kapow! Thanks to listeners Terence, May, and Olivia for the great questions!
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Published 2021-09-20

S1E50 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Steve Jobs

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Join Kapow, Lucy Wow's sidekick and world champion eater of socks, as he explores some of the world's most amazing inventions and inventors! Today's inventor is someone known for his contributions to world of computers, Steve Jobs.
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Join Kapow, Lucy Wow's sidekick and world champion eater of socks, as he explores some of the world's most amazing inventions and inventors! Today's inventor is someone known for his contributions to world of computers, Steve Jobs.
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Published 2021-09-17

S1E49 - Kapow's Power of Invention: The Squeeze Bottle

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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 the squeeze bottle, used for everything from ketchup to shampoo.
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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 the squeeze bottle, used for everything from ketchup to shampoo.
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Published 2021-09-15

S1E47 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Bubble Wrap

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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 Bubble Wrap, the fun toy that helps keep our packages safe during transit.
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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 Bubble Wrap, the fun toy that helps keep our packages safe during transit.
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Published 2021-09-14

S1E46 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Paul Winchell

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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 designed and produced an early prototype of an artificial heart.
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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 designed and produced an early prototype of an artificial heart.
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Published 2021-09-13

S1E45 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Listener Mailbag 9

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Is Lucy planning on making a copy of Kapow? Why does Guy have such a rivalry with Lucy? Tune in to find out the answer to these questions, and maybe a couple more, with Lucy Wow's sidekick (and world champion eater of socks) Kapow! Thanks to listeners Micah and Oliver for the great questions!
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Is Lucy planning on making a copy of Kapow? Why does Guy have such a rivalry with Lucy? Tune in to find out the answer to these questions, and maybe a couple more, with Lucy Wow's sidekick (and world champion eater of socks) Kapow! Thanks to listeners Micah and Oliver for the great questions!
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Published 2021-09-10

S1E44 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Tetris

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Join Kapow, Lucy Wow's sidekick and world champion eater of socks, as he explores the world of puzzle video games! How was an amazing game like Tetris invented? Come find out!
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Join Kapow, Lucy Wow's sidekick and world champion eater of socks, as he explores the world of puzzle video games! How was an amazing game like Tetris invented? Come find out!
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Published 2021-09-01

S1E37 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Parachutes

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Join Kapow, Lucy Wow's sidekick and world champion eater of socks, as he explores some of the world's most amazing inventions!
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Published 2021-08-27

S1E34 - Kapow's Power of Invention: Nintendo

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Join Kapow, Lucy Wow's sidekick and world champion eater of socks, as he explores some of the world's most amazing inventions!
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Published 2021-08-20

S1E29 - Kapow's Power of Invention: The Segway

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Join Kapow, Lucy Wow's sidekick and world champion eater of socks, as he explores some of the world's most amazing inventions!
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