The First Constellations, Surprisingly Spicy History, Kids Find the Darndest Fossils

Moiya McTier joins the show to talk about math, the first constellations, and more! Plus, Rachel explains why children are master fossil discoverers, and Sara Kiley divulges a surprising spicy origin.
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