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Squiz Kids

Squiz Kids is a news podcast, just for kids! Presented by Bryce Corbett and Christie Kijurina, it"s a 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,

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12:15

Roald Dahl... Your Shortcut

Squiz Kids ·

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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13:02

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...

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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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14:00

Squiz Kids Olympic Sprint plus Stinky Seine swim goes...

Squiz Kids ·

2024/07/31

Your daily kids news podcast.Triathletes dove into the River Seine for the Paris Olympics, battling not just the current but also concerns about water quality. Tests showed high levels of E. coli, but officials declared it safe just before the race. In Alaska's Katmai National Park, bears are feasting on salmon at Brooks Falls, getting ready for winter hibernation. It's a yearly spectacle where bears catch leaping salmon straight into their mouths! The event is a hit online, with people watching

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13:10

A SharkEye in the sky; Paris’ Olympic hiccups; the...

Squiz Kids ·

2024/07/30

Your daily kids news podcast.Even the best plans have hiccups, as seen in the Olympic Village! Athletes complained about skimpy meals and less-than-comfy cardboard beds. But despite these quirks, Aussie swimmer Ariarne Titmus still snagged gold and silver medals. In California, sharks and beachgoers are sharing the waves! But don't worry, SharkEye, a cool drone system, keeps everyone safe by spotting sharks and alerting lifeguards. Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams are on an extended

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16:22

The Modern Olympics... Your Shortcut

Squiz Kids ·

2024/07/29

We'll talk you through WHY the Olympics were rekindled, WHO competed in the early Modern Olympic Games and HOW some of the Olympic traditions that we're so familiar with today, came to be. So grab your running shoes, get on your marks, get set and let's go! For the full episode transcript, click here. LINKS: Classroom Resources Barcelona Opening Ceremony

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13:54

Inspiring Aussies in Paris; wildfires in Canada;...

Squiz Kids ·

2024/07/28

Your daily kids news podcast. This weekend at the Paris Olympics was full of inspiring stories! Meg Harris, despite her hearing impairment, swam to victory with her team in the 4x100m relay, winning gold for the fourth time in a row! Meanwhile, Matt Dawson of the Australian men's hockey team showed incredible dedication by having part of his finger amputated to compete! What a weekend! Iconic Olympic Posters Wildfires are causing devastation in Canada’s Rocky Mountains and California. High

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8:38

Kids v Adults Weekly News S'Quiz

Squiz Kids ·

2024/07/25

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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10:15

Hottest day in history; France’s scratch-and-sniff...

Squiz Kids ·

2024/07/24

Your daily kids news podcast.It may be cold where you are, but Earth's temperature just hit a new high! Scientists are worried about the planet's warming trend, but there's hope as more homes switch to solar power. The NRL Women's season is here! Tonight, the Knights take on the Roosters, marking the start of the biggest year yet for women's rugby league. With more teams and fans, it's a great time to be in the sport. In a fun twist, France has released stamps that smell like fresh baguettes to

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11:35

Paris Olympics kick off tonight; a Florida zoo’s...

Squiz Kids ·

2024/07/23

Your daily, kids news podcast.Big news in US politics: President Joe Biden won't run for a second term, passing the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris, who’s eyeing the Democratic spot. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump has his party's support. While the US battles a heatwave, animals at Florida’s Palm Beach Zoo are keeping cool with special ice treats. Black bears have ice piles, sea otters munch on fishy ice blocks, tigers enjoy frozen goat milk, and giant tortoises get refreshing hose

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13:47

The Ancient Olympics... Your Shortcut

Squiz Kids ·

2024/07/22

We'll take you through WHEN the Ancient Olympics happened; WHAT sports the athletes participated in and; WHO competed in these ancient games. For the full episode transcript, click here. LINKS: Squiz Kids Shortcut Classroom Resources. Pankration men's final video. Welcome to the Ancient Olympic Games.

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11:48

Inside the global computer crash; big weekend for the...

Squiz Kids ·

2024/07/21

Your daily kids news podcast. A huge tech crash on Friday made supermarket checkouts freeze, airline check-ins stop, and even took TV stations off-air! But the tech wizards fixed it fast. Keep your eyes peeled, though—cyber scammers might be sneaky after this! It's been 55 years since Neil Armstrong first stepped on the Moon, calling it "one giant leap for mankind." Now, countries are planning to send astronauts back and even build a Moon base. Giant panda numbers have jumped to 1,900 from 1,100 in

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9:33

Kids v Adults Weekly News S'Quiz

Squiz Kids ·

2024/07/18

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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10:15

Operation cripple the cane toad in WA; Blues win the...

Squiz Kids ·

2024/07/17

Your daily kids news podcast.Up in Western Australia, scientists are tackling a real-life cane toad invasion! These pesky toads are spreading, causing havoc for native wildlife. But there's hope! New York City had a sky-high surprise yesterday when a meteor zoomed across the Manhattan skyline! The State of Origin decider was a nail-biter! After 65 minutes without a try, NSW Blues finally broke through, scoring twice in quick succession to win 14-4 against Queensland. Squiz-E the Newshound is back

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11:27

A mega-cave on the moon; Irish unicycler wins a...

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2024/07/16

Your daily kids news podcast.Get ready to be amazed! Italian scientists found a giant cave on the moon using NASA's radar. It's as deep as a Rugby League field is long and might lead to an underground moon world! This could be the perfect spot for future moon bases, keeping astronauts safe from the harsh lunar surface. Meet Eamonn Keaveney, the Irishman who unicycled 495 kilometres across Ireland in just over five days, earning a Guinness World Record! Despite a sprained ankle, Eamonn pushed

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