The Science of Snot

Published: Nov. 29, 2019, 10 a.m.

b'Why do we have snot? Do animals get stuffy noses, too? We delve into the world of thick secretions with the help of Dani Rabiaotti, zoologist and author of \\u201cBelieve it or Snot: The Definitive Field Guide to Earth\\u2019s Slimy Creatures.\\u201d You\\u2019ll find out why we make so much mucus, and meet the slimiest animals on the planet. Plus, you\\u2019ll discover why scientists study slime, even though it\\u2019s super gross. \\n\\nWant buckets more of slime info? We\\u2019ve got a BONUS EPISODE with Dani Rabiaotti! You can listen to our scientist interview (and many more!) when you pledge just $1/month or more to support Tumble on Patreon, at patreon.com/tumblepodcast.\\n\\nLearn more about slimey topics covered in the show on our blog, at sciencepodcastforkids.com.'