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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

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9:48

Pacific police force on the job; South Africa’s...

Squiz Kids ·

2024/08/28

Your daily kids news podcast.Move over, Paw Patrol! There's a new team of heroes in the Pacific! Australia's Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, has joined forces with leaders from Pacific Island nations to create a special police force to help across the region. In South Africa, wasps are being flown in by drones to save grapevines from pesky mealy bugs. This eco-friendly solution helps protect the grapes without using harmful sprays. Get ready for a cuteness overload! A baby gorilla was just born

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12:12

Cow burps to save the Earth; England’s gravy...

Squiz Kids ·

2024/08/27

Your daily kids news podcast.Scientists have found a cool way to use cows to help fight global warming! Cows usually release a lot of methane gas when they burp or fart. Now, scientists are working on a pill for cows to take, which will make their burps more environmentally friendly. In England, people dressed as superheroes and even a fluffy dalmatian wrestled in a pool of gravy for the World Gravy Wrestling Championships! It was a messy, hilarious, and delicious event, leaving everyone wondering

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13:37

The Paralympics... Your Shortcut

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2024/08/26

We'll take you through HOW the Paralympics got started, WHAT kind of disabilities are included in the Games, and WHO to look out for when you watch. For the full episode transcript, click here. Bounce Promotion Terms and Conditions - For bookings made between September 1 – October 31 2024, and jumped between September 1 – October 31 2024. Applicable on Child, Student, Adult, miniBOUNCER, Awesome 4some, Friday Super Session and 2 Hour Superpass tickets. Does not include BOUNCE grip socks. Available

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11:58

Tropical island summit time; Botswana’s great big...

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2024/08/25

Your daily kids news podcast. This week, leaders from 18 Pacific nations, including Australia and New Zealand, are gathering in Tonga for an important meeting. The big topic? Climate change and how rising sea levels could impact the islands. In Botswana, an incredible 2,492-carat diamond has been discovered, making it one of the largest ever found! The gem was found using super cool X-ray technology at the Karowe Diamond Mine. That’s some serious bling! Holly Warn, Australia’s youngest Paralympian,

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8:45

Kids v Adults Weekly News S'Quiz

Squiz Kids ·

2024/08/22

A fun kids vs adults news quiz to test who's been paying the most attention to the week in news.For the full episode transcript, click here. Check out the Squiz Kids website for all of our other Fun, Free and Fresh offerings!

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10:54

Kamala’s big week; Ice-blocks for all in England;...

Squiz Kids ·

2024/08/21

Your daily kids news podcast.Kamala Harris is stepping up today as the Democratic candidate for U.S. President! Get ready for a wild race between Harris and Trump as they both aim for the White House. The excitement is through the roof, with big names like Barack and Michelle Obama already making waves at the convention! Imagine getting to eat ice blocks at school every day! In the UK, experts are pushing to make it a part of the curriculum to teach kids about science. From learning how liquids

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12:19

A record World Record record; supermoon shines...

Squiz Kids ·

2024/08/20

Your daily kids news podcast.Get your binoculars ready! The night sky is putting on a show with a super-sized blue moon lighting up the heavens. Meanwhile, back on Earth, it feels more like summer as winter temps in Australia soar to surprising highs. Who knew August could be so cool—and so hot? David Rush is officially the king of world records! With a mind-blowing 181 records under his belt, he’s just smashed a bunch of vinyl records for his latest title. But watch out—his rival is hot on his

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10:06

Argentina... Squiz the World

Squiz Kids ·

2024/08/19

Squiz the World goes to... Argentina 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. Today, we're off to Argentina, a land known for the passionate dance of tango and the incredible skills of soccer superstar Lionel Messi. This country, where beef is king and vegetarians face a challenge, is also home to diverse landscapes, from

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10:33

Time’s Kid of the Year; New mystery at Stonehenge;...

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2024/08/18

Your daily kids news podcast. A 15-year-old from the USA, Heman Bekele, has been named Time Magazine's Kid of the Year for his incredible work on a soap that could help prevent skin cancer. Scientists have made a surprising discovery about Stonehenge—one of its giant stones might have come from Scotland, over 400 miles away! How it got there remains a mystery, with experts scratching their heads and spinning new theories. A man in Mississippi has uncovered a mammoth tusk that's thousands of years

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9:00

Kids vs Adults Weekly News S'Quiz

Squiz Kids ·

2024/08/15

Who's smarter, kids or adults? For the full episode transcript, click here. Check out the Squiz Kids website for all of our other Fun, Free and Fresh offerings!

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10:18

It’s NAPLAN report card time; Astronauts stuck in...

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2024/08/14

Your daily kids news podcast.Looks like those NAPLAN results are out, and while some kids are celebrating, others are scratching their heads. Turns out, commas and verbs are tricky! Experts are on the case, trying to figure out how to boost those scores. Remember, it's just a test—your creativity and kindness can't be measured by dots on a page! Two astronauts are stuck on the International Space Station longer than expected—like, way longer. Their spacecraft, the Starliner, is having some hiccups

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9:58

Bets are off for gambling ads; New York’s tightrope...

Squiz Kids ·

2024/08/13

Your daily kids news podcast.The Australian government thinks too much gambling advertising is a problem! They're planning to cut down on these ads, especially during kids' shows and sports. Some want them gone entirely! If this story has raised any concerns for you, here's a link to Kids Helpline. They’re there to help if you need someone to talk to. Philippe Petit, the legendary tightrope walker, is at it again! At nearly 75, he walked six meters high in a New York cathedral. But 50 years ago, he

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12:15

Roald Dahl... Your Shortcut

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2024/08/12

We'll talk you through WHO Roald Dahl was, WHY kids and adults love his books so much, and WHAT you can do to write like him. So grab your everlasting gobstoppers and let's go! For the full episode transcript, click here. Link: A toxicological analysis of George's Marvellous Medicine - The British Medical Journal. Listen and describe, and create your own character task. Create your own Marvellous Medicine! Check out the Squiz Kids website for all of our other Fun, Free and Fresh offerings!

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11:16

Paris Olympics go out with a bang; Tahiti’s...

Squiz Kids ·

2024/08/11

Your daily kids news podcast. Australia wraps up its best Olympics ever with stars like Kaylee McKeown and Matt Wearn leading the charge! From golden backstrokes to heroic sailing, our athletes dazzled in Paris. And with the LA Games on the horizon, the excitement is just beginning! A whale stole the show at the Olympic surfing semi-finals in Tahiti, while a curious groundhog got stuck inside a claw machine at a mini-golf course in the U.S. Nature sure knows how to surprise us! Australia’s famous

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11:43

Squiz Kids Olympic Sprint + Kids vs Adults Weekly...

Squiz Kids ·

2024/08/08

Who's smarter, kids or adults?For the full episode transcript, click here. Check out the Squiz Kids website for all of our other Fun, Free and Fresh offerings!

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Squiz Kids Olympic Sprint + Fake news fans trouble in...

Squiz Kids ·

2024/08/07

Your daily kids news podcast.Fake news has caused chaos in England, with angry mobs looting shops and attacking police after believing false rumors. Remember, always Stop, Think, and Check before trusting social media. Kamala Harris has picked Tim Walz as her running mate for the US Presidential elections. Walz, a former teacher from Minnesota, is set to make waves. Brrr, things are getting chilly in Antarctica! The world’s largest iceberg, A23a, is stuck spinning in a Taylor’s Column, a

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12:47

Squiz Kids Olympic Sprint + An Olympic Pin scavenger...

Squiz Kids ·

2024/08/06

Your daily kids news podcast. The Olympics aren't just about sports—they're about collecting and trading team pins! This year, athletes like Simone Biles and even Snoop Dogg have their own pins. It's a pin-palooza! Maybe we need a new event: the Olympic Pin Scavenger Hunt! Danish scientists have cracked the mystery of papercuts! Using a robot and various paper types, they discovered printer paper is the worst offender. Australia’s National Ploughing Competition crowned 25-year-old Scott Loughridge

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12:50

Squiz Kids Olympic Sprint + Greece... Squiz the Word

Squiz Kids ·

2024/08/05

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. Today, we're off to Greece, the birthplace of the Olympic Games! With the Olympics currently underway, it’s the perfect time to explore this land of ancient history and vibrant culture. We'll delve into Greece's storied past, discover its stunning landscapes, learn some Greek

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12:37

Squiz Kids Olympic Sprint + Golden day for Australia;...

Squiz Kids ·

2024/08/04

Your daily kids news podcast. Australia celebrated an extraordinary Friday night in Paris, bagging three gold medals at the Olympics! Saya Sakakibara dazzled in BMX, Kaylee McKeown achieved an incredible backstroke double double, and Cam McEvoy finally clinched gold in the 50m freestyle. Peg, Britain’s ugliest dog, is now a Hollywood sensation! Starring in the blockbuster "Deadpool & Wolverine," Peg walked the red carpet with Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds. The Adelaide Thunderbirds clinched the

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10:54

Squiz Kids Olympic Sprint + Kids vs Adults Weekly...

Squiz Kids ·

2024/08/01

Who's smarter, kids or adults?For the full episode transcript, click here. Check out the Squiz Kids website for all of our other Fun, Free and Fresh offerings!

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