Brains On! Universe is a multi-series educational powerhouse produced by American Public Media Studios, led by the core hosting trio of Molly Bloom, Marc Sanchez, and Sanden Totten. Grounded in public radio journalism, the group develops audio-first content designed for curious children and their families, utilizing high-end sound design and character-driven skits. Their portfolio includes the Webby Award-winning flagship show Brains On!, which explores complex scientific concepts through listener-submitted questions. The brand also produces Smash Boom Best, a formal debate series teaching critical thinking by pitting everyday items against each other. A recent win includes the expandion of their history-focused series Forever Ago, which uncovers the surprising origins of ordinary objects like the national anthem or video games. By integrating expert interviews with catchy original music and interactive mystery sounds, the team translates academic STEM topics into accessible narrative formats used by educators as core classroom supplements.