Ep23 | The Skin We're In: The Integumentary System

Ep23 | The Skin We're In: The Integumentary System

From What’s Happening Inside Me? by Audra Tobin

November 14, 2025 · 15 min · Episode 23

About this episode

Audra and Sloane explore the integumentary system, uncovering the important roles of skin, hair, nails, and glands.

Sloane thinks skin is no big deal — until she finds out it’s actually an entire body system! In this episode, Audra and Sloane explore the integumentary system — the body’s amazing outer layer of protection. Together, they discover that skin isn’t just skin — it’s the largest organ in our body and part of a team that includes hair, nails, and glands. From sweat to earwax to milk (wait… what?!), this episode uncovers the gross, cool, and important jobs your skin does every day. What Kids Will Learn The integumentary system is made up of the skin, hair, nails, and glands. The skin is the body’s largest organ, made of three layers — the epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis. Hair follicles are like tiny flowerpots where hair grows. Glands in the skin make and release important stuff — like oil, sweat, earwax, and even milk in mammals! The word “secrete” means to make and release something. A dermatologist is a doctor who takes care of your skin. 💡 Enjoying What’s Happening Inside Me? If you loved this episode, please share it with a friend or leave us a review—it helps more curious kids and families discover the show! 🌟 👉 Visit us at WHIMpodcast.com to: Send in your own question for…

People in this episode

Host: Audra Tobin

Guest: Sloane

Topics covered

  • integumentary system
  • skin
  • body systems
  • health education
  • children's learning

Keywords

  • skin
  • integumentary system
  • largest organ
  • hair follicles
  • glands
  • dermatologist
  • health
  • education

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