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
April 25, 2024 • 11 mins
Who's smarter, kids or adults?
For more on the week's news stories, visit the Squiz Kids website.
For the full episode transcript, click here.
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April 24, 2024 • 11 mins
This is your Squiz Kids Shortcut to ANZAC Day—the podcast where we dive into the who, what, when, where, why and how of the big news stories.
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LINKS:
A Camera on Gallipoli: https://www.awm.gov.au/learn/schools/resources/cameraongallipoli
Understanding Gallipoli: https://www.awm.gov.au/learn/schools/resources/understanding-gallipoli
ANZAC Diversity: https://www.awm.gov.au/learn/schools/res...
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Tomorrow's sunrise will bring more than just light; it’ll reflect the enduring courage of the Kokoda heroes. Aussie Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and PNG Prime Minister James Marape are walking through history, camping under the same stars that once watched over brave soldiers.
London’s Australia House turns into Bluey House! Amid cheers and music, Bluey wags her tail at fans, scooping up a special a...
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April 22, 2024 • 10 mins
Your Shortcut to... Australian Women War Heroes
We'll take you through WHO is Australia's most decorated woman; WHY Nancy Wake was the most wanted woman in Germany; and WHERE Ruby Boye-Jones fought off crocodiles to serve her country.
For the full episode transcript, click here.
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Earth Day turns the spotlight on plastics this year with the theme "Planet vs Plastics." Imagine a world without plastic spoons or bags— that was us not too long ago! Now, it's time to clean up and aim for a plastic-free 2040.
Tunde Onakoya, a chess whizz from Nigeria, just might have set a new record by playing chess for 60 hours! He's not just moving pawns and knights; he's helping Nigerian kids get ...
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April 18, 2024 • 9 mins
Who's smarter, kids or adults?
For more on the week's news stories, visit the Squiz Kids website.
For the full episode transcript, click here.
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This week, grab your telescopes and look up! The Devil's Comet, a giant space rock with cool, comet 'horns,' is swinging by Earth. It's a rare sight, appearing once every 71 years, glowing bright after sunset. Don't miss out, it's a stellar show in the sky!
The Olympic torch is blazing its way to Paris from its ancient home in Olympia, Greece! With new games like breakdancing and skateboarding, this ye...
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Archaeologists have turned into real-life treasure hunters on Jiigurru Island, digging up ancient pottery that proves Aboriginal Australians were potters and sailors long before Europeans arrived. Dive into history with this cool find!
Imagine the biggest water balloon fight ever—that's the Songkran festival in Thailand! For three days, everyone from kids to grandparents soaks each other with water gun...
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April 15, 2024 • 11 mins
As we approach Anzac Day, join your captain, Amanda Bower, on an exciting audio adventure as we whirl into the vibrant country of Türkiye, also known as Turkey. This week, we’ll soar across continents in our Squiz Kids Super Fast Supersonic Jetliner, exploring Istanbul, a city that spans both Europe and Asia and boasts a rich tapestry of history from the Byzantine and Ottoman empires. Plus, we learn about Türkiye's unique school co...
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Bluey just made TV history with a super-sized 28-minute episode that had everyone glued to their screens! As the Heeler family faced a big change, Bluey taught us all about the unexpected signs in life. More fun ahead—Bluey isn't going anywhere!
Hold onto your hats! China's new maglev train is about to change travel forever, floating at speeds that could outpace planes. Imagine zooming 1000 km/h just i...
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April 13, 2024 • 22 mins
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Bluey is one of the most-streamed TV shows in the world. But whilst Bluey is owned and produced by Ludo Studios - an Aussie outfit based in Brisbane - the commercial rights are owned by the BBC. It’s all a bit interesting, so this week, News Club will be about the juggernaut that is Bluey.
Club Picks:
An interview in The Independent with the creator of...
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April 11, 2024 • 11 mins
A quiz that's all about Under the Sea.
Who's smarter? Kids or adults? Find out with this fun, ten-minute quiz. Perfect for while you're lazing around at home or on that long school holiday road trip.
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April 9, 2024 • 30 mins
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Bryce Corbett is the director of Squiz Kids. In this special episode, he discusses the challenges facing the next generation of news consumers and how we, through our media literacy program Newshounds, are doing our bit to help.
Bryce also discusses his life as a journalist, his work as a ghostwriter on two best-selling biographies, and how his journey ...
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April 8, 2024 • 10 mins
It's the second biggest religion in the world, and the fastest growing... and this month, believers are celebrating the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan. We'll take you through WHAT Islam is... HOW Ramadan is celebrated ... and WHY Mecca is so important.
LINKS:
Interactive map of Muslim majority countries: https://worldpopulationreview.com/country-rankings/muslim-majority-countries
Interactive map of global Muslim population: https...
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April 4, 2024 • 14 mins
A quiz that's all about Great Women in History.
Who's smarter? Kids or adults? Find out with this fun, ten-minute quiz. Perfect for while you're lazing around at home or on that long school holiday road trip.
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April 1, 2024 • 8 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 with your captain, Amanda Bower, for an exhilarating trip to Brazil! From the lively streets to the lush Amazon, Brazil dazzles with its rich culture, diverse wildlife, and vibrant traditions. Learn cool Portugue...
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March 28, 2024 • 11 mins
Who's smarter? Kids or adults? Find out with this fun, ten-minute quiz all about Easter. Perfect for while you're lazing around at home or on that long school holiday road trip.
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Imagine a world where you can't scroll through TikTok dances or double-tap Instagram posts before you're 14! Florida's governor thinks it's for the best, to keep young minds healthy. Time to find more offline adventures, or maybe just read a book... or ten!
Chocolate lovers, brace yourselves! With cacao trees having a tough time, your favourite sweet treats are getting pricier. But don't panic, the Eas...
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The moon is not just a night light but an environment to be protected! From icy craters and sunny ridges to quiet spots perfect for cosmic eavesdropping, it's a space explorer's dream. But as more moon missions launch, scientists urge for a space agreement to shield these lunar gems.
Before the Olympic flame lights up Paris, the city's cafe crew are racing through the streets with trays in hand, all wi...
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March 25, 2024 • 11 mins
This is your Squiz Kids Shortcut to the Easter! Let's get ready to dive into the chocolate fountain to unwrap WHY people celebrate Easter, to discover WHERE all those Easter symbols like eggs and bunnies originated, and to explore HOW different cultures put their own unique twist on this egg-citing holiday. So adjust your Easter bonnets, because here we go!
Classroom Resources
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