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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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11:03

Mr Beast tops YouTube charts, and T-Rex on tippy toes

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2026/03/03

Your daily kids news podcast.Mr Beast tops YouTube charts; London’s hard drive heaters; T-Rex on tippy toes; and human brain cells learn to game. A new survey says nearly nine in ten Aussie kids are glued to YouTube! Gaming tops the charts and MrBeast is the king of clicks. In London, computers aren’t just crunching numbers — they’re warming houses! Heat from giant data centres is being piped into nearby homes. Forget the thunderous stomp — scientists say T-Rex may have tiptoed! Scientists

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14:26

Women's Football (Soccer)... Your Shortcut

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2026/03/02

It’s a big month for football — with the Women’s Asian Cup now underway and the Matildas already on the scoreboard with a 1–0 win over the Philippines! To celebrate all the action, we’re bringing back this Squiz Kids Shortcut to Women’s Football — where we explore how the game began, what was happening in Australia, and why women’s football has become one of the fastest-growing sports in the world. You’ll hear the incredible history of women playing soccer — from queens kicking balls in the 1500s,

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8:37

Special Edition - Iran explained

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2026/03/01

In this special edition of Squiz Kids, Bryce hits pause on normal programming to explain the big news out of Iran. Over the weekend, the United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran, and Iran retaliated with its own attacks across parts of the Middle East. Leaders say the strikes were aimed at stopping Iran from developing a nuclear weapon, and the biggest shock was the reported death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who has ruled for decades in a strict religious

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12:52

Ancient Egypt - From the Vault

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2026/02/28

Travel back thousands of years to one of the world’s most fascinating civilisations in this From the Vault episode of Squiz Kids Shortcut — Ancient Egypt. It was a place where pyramids scraped the sky, powerful pharaohs ruled the land, men and women wore eye makeup for surprising reasons, and the rich were carefully mummified for the afterlife. But how much of what we think we know about Ancient Egypt is actually true? Perfect for curious kids — and especially handy if Ancient Egypt is popping up

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4:33

What are the different States of Matter and why do...

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2026/02/27

Why does an ice cube melt… water boil… and steam disappear into thin air?This week’s Squiz Kids Science Short unpacks the states of matter — solids, liquids, gases… and the one you may not know, plasma. What are they really? What’s happening at the tiny particle level? And why does adding heat completely change how matter behaves? From frozen jumpers to glowing neon lights and the blazing Sun, we explore how energy makes particles move, spread out, or even lose tiny pieces called

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9:24

Kids vs Adults Weekly News S'Quiz

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2026/02/26

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.

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11:38

Tillies go for glory, and Kiwi bird makes berry...

Squiz Kids ·

2026/02/25

Your daily kids news podcast.Tillies go for glory; Ukraine’s sad anniversary; Kiwi bird makes berry bounce back; and the cave-dwelling cheetah mummies. Green and gold fever is here! The Matildas are launching into three huge weeks of Asian Cup action, facing teams from across Asia. Four years on, the war in Ukraine continues, affecting millions of lives. While leaders prepare for more peace talks, the world hopes for calmer days ahead. Archaeologists in Saudi Arabia have uncovered ancient

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10:42

A pay rise for kids, and the Koala cupid strikes

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2026/02/24

Your daily kids news podcast.A pay rise for kids; robots master Kung Fu; the Koala cupid strikes; and a big record for tiny things. Pocket money is getting a boost — but so are prices! With inflation making snacks cost more, kids in the UK and Australia are earning extra cash for chores. At China’s mega TV event, robots flipped, kicked and balanced like martial arts masters! Built by tech companies, these AI-powered performers amazed millions. Scientists at Guulabaa are playing matchmaker for

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12:10

Colombia - Squiz the World

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2026/02/23

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, Christie Kijurina, as we soar to Colombia — a country bursting with colour, rhythm and resilience. It’s home to more bird species than anywhere else on Earth, snow-capped volcanoes that rumble high in the Andes, and a rainbow river that looks like it’s been painted through the jungle. From ancient civilisations to

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10:30

Is the Moon the eighth continent? And historic...

Squiz Kids ·

2026/02/22

Your daily kids news podcast. Is the Moon the eighth continent?; Historic tortoise release on Galapagos Island; Aussie Olympic flag bearers revealed; and Punch, the lonely monkey. Could the Moon actually be Earth’s eighth continent? Scientists think a Mars-sized smash-up billions of years ago created our rocky space buddy! Now four astronauts are gearing up to zoom around the Moon’s far side to uncover its secrets. Meet Punch — the baby monkey who found friendship in a stuffed orangutan after a

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10:42

Islam - From the Vault

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2026/02/21

Ramadan has begun — a special month observed by millions of Muslims around the world, marked by fasting during daylight hours, prayer, generosity, and time with family and community. So this weekend, we’re revisiting one of our Squiz Kids Shortcuts to help explain more about Islam — what Muslims believe, how Ramadan is celebrated, and why the city of Mecca is so important. In this episode, Bryce and Amanda explore the basics of one of the world’s biggest religions, unpack traditions like fasting

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3:36

Am I the same me I was five years ago? Science Short

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2026/02/20

In this Squiz Kids Science Short, Christie explores what makes you… you. From the ancient Ship of Theseus to the science of cell turnover, brain rewiring and your gut microbiome, we discover your body is constantly changing.So if your cells replace, your brain updates and even your microbes shift… what actually stays the same? This episode unpacks when babies develop a sense of self, how memory and relationships might form the thread of identity, and leaves you with one big question: Where

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8:28

Kids vs Adults Weekly News S'Quiz

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2026/02/19

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.

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10:59

America honours a hero, and helping your...

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2026/02/18

Your daily kids news podcast.Ramadan holy month begins; America honours a hero; the seabird who went to hospital; and helping your grandparents on YouTube. Ramadan is here! Many Muslims will skip food and drink from sunrise to sunset, then enjoy dinner at night. It’s also a time for prayer, family, kindness, and being your best self. Big respect to everyone observing—Ramadan Mubarak! 🌙✨ The Reverend Jesse Jackson, a major voice for Black rights in the United States, has passed away. He worked

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11:43

Obama on extraterrestrials, and the fart facts project.

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2026/02/17

Your daily kids news podcast.Elephant sensory superhairs; a teaching prize triumph; Obama on extraterrestrials; the fart facts project. An art teacher turned neighbourhood walls into giant textbooks! Rouble Nagi just won $1 million for helping kids learn maths and reading through colourful murals. Big political news! Angus Taylor has taken over from Sussan Ley as leader of the Liberal Party of Australia. Scientists in Germany have been researching elephants' super-sensitive whiskers! They even

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11:18

E-Bikes and E-Scooters... Your Shortcut

Squiz Kids ·

2026/02/16

They’re electric. They’re fast. And they’re suddenly everywhere. In this Squiz Kids Shortcut, Christie and Bryce explore WHERE e-bikes and e-scooters came from, WHY adults are so concerned about them, and HOW riders and families can use them safely and responsibly. So grab your helmet and join us for a balanced, kid-friendly look at one of the biggest road safety conversations of the moment. And listen carefully — there’s a S’Quiz at the end. 🚲⚡ For the full episode transcript, click here.

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10:02

Gold rush in the mountains, and Bettongs bounce back...

Squiz Kids ·

2026/02/15

Your daily kids news podcast.Gold rush in the mountains; China’s robot revolution; Bettongs bounce back from the brink; and Ed Sheeran comes full circle. Australia is smashing records in Italy’s snowy mountains! Cooper Woods, Josie Baff and Jakara Anthony grabbed golden glory, with epic jumps, wild bumps and dazzling comebacks. Add Scotty James’ medal haul, and it’s Australia’s greatest Winter Olympics ever. Snow much winning! 🥇❄️ China is gearing up for a robot-powered future! With fewer

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12:04

Valentine's Day - From the Vault

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2026/02/14

With Valentine’s Day here, and millions of dollars being spent on roses, chocolates and cards, we’re unlocking the surprisingly wild story behind February 14. Long before heart-shaped boxes and candlelit dinners, this day had its roots in an ancient Roman festival called Lupercalia — and yes, it involved goats. In this episode of From the Vault, we explore when Valentine’s Day began, how it’s celebrated around the world, and some of the biggest and most surprising romantic gestures ever

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4:52

Can humans be part robot? Science Short

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2026/02/13

This week’s Squiz Kids Science Short, we explore how robotic arms really work — from the tiny electrical signals your muscles send, to the clever sensors that help artificial limbs move. And we uncover something surprising: movement is only half the story. To truly work, a robotic limb needs to feel.So how do scientists restore touch and that hidden superpower called proprioception — your body’s sense of where it is in space? It’s a fascinating look at biology, engineering and the question at

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10:11

Kids vs Adults Weekly News S'Quiz

Squiz Kids ·

2026/02/12

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.

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