What is the Leap Year? Take a listen to Stella Bilse, Caroline Hou, and Jyoshika Mukundhu diving into the history of the Leap Year, its beginnings, and why it exists. They trace it back to ancient calendars, exploring how it keeps our seasons aligned, and uncovering the science that makes February 29th necessary. From its origins in the time of Julius Caesar to the modern calendar we use today, they break down how a tiny fraction of a day adds up over time and what would happen if we didn’t account for it.

Music Credit: “Romance of the Isles Loop” on the Free Music Archive, https://www.purple-planet.com/home