One second might not sound like much — but when it comes to timekeeping, it can change everything.In this episode of The Curious Professors, Professor Punzworth, Professor Sagewell, Sunny Crisp, and Archivist Alex team up to explain what leap seconds are, why they exist, and how they affect everything from GPS to global banking.From Earth’s shifting spin to atomic clocks that never miss a beat, you’ll discover why keeping time is one of the most precise — and global — challenges in the world.Perfect for curious kids of all ages, homeschool families, and classrooms exploring science, technology, and global cooperation.🧠 In This Episode: ✅ What is a leap second — and why do we need it? ✅ What happens when Earth’s rotation changes? ✅ How do atomic clocks keep perfect time? ✅ Why might we need to subtract a second soon? ✅ What systems rely on precise timing?🎧 Stay curious — because even one second can make a world of difference!

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