Squiz Kids
Squiz Kids is a news podcast, just for kids! 10 minutes of age-appropriate news, delivered with positivity and humour. Make it part of your daily routine by playing it over breakfast, during the drive to school or - for all the Squiz teachers out there - in the classroom. There's also kids v adults quizzes, a book club, kids-only Q&As (with people like the Prime Minister!), deep dives into topics kids love (from Barbie to Halloween, toys, sport, inventions, crazy science stuff, and so much more). Want a birthday shoutout? Email us at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au, or visit the Squiz Kids website. PS. We do news for big people (aka adults) over on The Squiz Today - a free weekday email and podcast. Search for Squiz Today in your podcasting app, or check out The Squiz Today newsletter here.
Episodes
Your daily kids news podcast.
Koala vaccine provides new hope; Landslide in Papua New Guinea; big weekend for Mariners and Man Utd; and Thailand’s marauding monkeys.
Q+A Callout - Arisa Trew
Get ready for the Paris Olympics, where skateboarding makes its debut! Aussie skateboarding sensation Arisa Trew, just 14, is ready to wow the world. She's the first female to land a 720 trick in competition, and she's taking the hotseat for ou...
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May 23, 2024 • 8 mins
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Hey there, winter warriors! It's not just humans catching the flu—our feathered friends in Victoria have bird flu. But don't panic! The super scientists are on it, making sure this bird bug doesn't spread. And guess what? It's still safe to enjoy your chicken and eggs! Yum!
Hold onto your hats, Japan's got a raccoon invasion! These cute but pesky critters were pets gone wild thanks to an old anime. Now...
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At 90 years young, Ed Dwight finally got his long-awaited lift-off! After decades of waiting, he zoomed to the edge of space, experiencing weightlessness. This former Air Force pilot and renowned sculptor showed that dreams have no expiration date. What a stellar adventure!
Ever heard of finger wrestling? In Germany, competitors face off in an intense game of fingerhakeln, pulling a leather strip with ...
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May 20, 2024 • 11 mins
Each fortnight, we give the world globe a spin, and see where we land. Then we take the kids of Australia on an audio excursion to visit that country and its people.
Join your captain, Amanda Bower, on an audio adventure, where kids in Australia explore different countries each fortnight! Today, we’re heading to Japan, the land of Hello Kitty, sushi, and sumo wrestling. Our Super Fast Supersonic Jetliner takes us to the bustling ci...
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Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a plan to protect kids online with "age verification" technology. This new trial will help ensure kids are old enough for social media. The goal? To keep young minds safe from harmful content. Sounds like a smart move!
An adventurous scientist from Australia is trekking across Greenland's ice cap to study snow ...
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May 16, 2024 • 8 mins
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They don't have a school building but young students in Gaza have plenty of persistence. With the support of volunteer teachers and the UN, they're returning to school in tents and on sand, determined not to miss out on an education.
The Mountain Chicken frog of Dominica, once a local delicacy, now battles extinction due to disease and weather. Conservationists and zoo...
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Hey kids, South Australia is on a mission to make under-14s go cold turkey on social media like TikTok and Instagram! They think it’s time to shield young eyes from the not-so-kid-friendly stuff online. It's going to be tough, but they're trying to make the internet a safer space.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has opened Australia’s piggy bank and guess what? There’s a surplu...
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May 13, 2024 • 13 mins
We'll take you through HOW YouTube came into being; WHO are some of the most famous YouTubers... and WHY you need to stop, think, and check when watching YouTube.
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LINKS:
Newshounds, Squiz Kids' free media literacy curriculum: https://www.squizkids.com.au/about-newshounds/
The first YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNQXAC9IVRw
The first million-view video: Ronaldinho magic:...
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A magical display, the Aurora Australis, painted the Australian skies with waves of colour this weekend, thanks to a giant sunspot. Lucky onlookers in Tassie, Victoria, and Western Australia witnessed this rare celestial symphony of pinks, reds, greens, and blues. Truly a night to remember!
In Morocco, donkeys weren't just beasts of burden—they were fashion icons at th...
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May 9, 2024 • 9 mins
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Imagine Katy Perry dazzling at the Met Gala, except she wasn’t even there! A cheeky AI whipped up a photo so real, everyone thought Katy had hit the ball in a stunning gown. But nope, it was all digital magic! Remember, not everything we see online is true—watch out for those crafty AI creations!
Silia Kapsis, a 17-year-old from Sydney, is rocking the Eurovision stage for Cyprus! With her super catchy ...
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Some boys just got expelled for making a list about girls' appearances. It's a big reminder about treating everyone with respect. And hey, let’s celebrate the amazing women and girls in our lives this Mother's Day!
Talk about a bus ride adventure! When Acie Holland saw his bus driver pass out, he jumped to the rescue, stopping the bus and saving the day. This brave act turned him into his town's hero!
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May 7, 2024 • 26 mins
Australia's Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers answers questions from Aussie kids in a special Squiz Kids Q+A.
As Mr. Chalmers prepares for the task of presenting the Federal Budget, he takes time to answer a diverse array of questions from our young audience. Squiz Kids are curious about the complexities of managing a nation's finances, the personal stories behind a politician's career choice, and even the lighter side of life balanci...
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Great news for peanut fans and not-so-fans! Scientists are buzzing with progress on treating peanut allergies. Imagine munching on a Snickers without worry! Though it's early days, a new drug is showing promise, making peanut scares a thing of the past for some lucky kids.
The Mayor of Paris is diving into the Seine to show it's not yucky anymore, just in time for the Olympics! With nose plugs ready, t...
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May 3, 2024 • 9 mins
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Indonesia's famous volcano put on a real firework show, spewing lava and even sparking lightning! Luckily, no tsunamis this time, as smart scientists predicted the eruption. Nature's own action movie!
Planet Earth’s layers https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/core/
Squiz Kids Shortcut on Earthquakes and Volcanoes https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-shortcuts/earthquakes-and-volcanoes/\
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Get ready to leap into the future with a big investment in Australia - our very own quantum computer. Calculating with quarks, muons and bosons has never been as accessible and should provide a big boost to the Aussie economy.
Imagine packing for a trip and accidentally sending your cat instead! Meet Galena, the kitty who travelled from Utah to California in a box of boots. Talk about a fur-tastic voyag...
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April 30, 2024 • 11 mins
Each fortnight, we give the world globe a spin, and see where we land. Then we take the kids of Australia on an audio excursion to visit that country and its people.
Hop aboard the Squiz Kids Super Fast Supersonic Jetliner as we zoom off to explore India with your guide, Amanda Bower! This week on Squiz the World, we’re spinning the globe and landing in India, a land of ancient civilizations and vibrant cultures. We’ll dive into th...
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