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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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20:38

Katherine Bennell- Pegg , Australia's first astronaut...

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/30

From Sydney to the stars, Katherine Bennell-Pegg is blazing a trail.Australia’s very first astronaut joins Christie under the Squiz Kids Spotlight to talk training for space missions, chasing big dreams, and why STEM is for everyone. Along the way, we cover zero-gravity, space missions, and how you go to the toilet in orbit. It’s fascinating, funny, and full of down-to-earth wisdom from someone aiming for the skies.And speaking of space… don’t miss IAC Space Day powered by LEGO® Play on October 3

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32:38

Annabel Crabb - Squiz Kids Spotlight

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/29

Politics, prawns, and poo — oh my! Annabel Crabb joins Bryce in the Squiz Kids Spotlight to chat about her new book, There’s A Prawn In Parliament House. Along the way, we cover falcons, moths, and why kids should care about civics and the media. It’s lively, thoughtful, and full of the surprises only Annabel can deliver. There's a Prawn in Parliament House: The Kids' Guide to Australia's Amazing Democracy Think you’ve got the perfect one-liner to help Speaker of the House, Milton Dick,

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11:43

Holiday Movie Guide - Spring edition

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/28

Bryce and Christie give you the buzz on the new kids' movies hitting cinemas these school holidays – from the return of everyone's favourite good Bad Guys, to a zoo overrun by zombie animals, the Gabby Cats on the big screen, and a feel-good film that's set to become an Aussie kids classic - Kangaroo. The perfect boredom buster for your school break!

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13:07

Roald Dahl - From the Vault

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/27

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

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2:15

Are Aliens Real? Science Short

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/26

This week on Squiz Kids Science Shorts: With trillions of planets out there, is it possible that we are alone in the universe, or are aliens out there? In this Squiz Kids Science Short, we break down under what conditions life might flourish, how we define life anyway, and with so many other stars and galaxies.... where is everyone?! Watch this episode on YouTube Every Saturday, Squiz Kids Science Shorts answers the big, curly questions you’ve been wondering about — breaking down weird

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8:51

Kids vs Adults Weekly News S'Quiz

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/25

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. Watch this week's Science Short on YouTube, where we answer the question: Are Aliens Real?

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10:40

Ragasa roars across Asia, and a moon mission countdown.

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/24

Your daily kids news podcast. Ragasa roars across Asia; Egypt’s 3,000-year-old security siren; a moon mission countdown; and five million view a fake. Super Typhoon Ragasa has slammed the Philippines, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Vietnam and southern China with monster winds, wild rain, and giant waves. It’s the biggest storm of the year. Archaeologists in Egypt found an old cow toe bone with a hole — and it wasn’t just weird old trash. It’s a 3,000-year-old whistle! NASA’s Artemis II mission is

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10:51

A strong pong sparks an emergency, and a very, very...

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/23

Your daily kids news podcast. The world’s first dinosaur choir; Fat Bear voting is open; a strong pong sparks an emergency; and a very, very good staffy. Fat Bear Week is back, and these salmon-loving giants are chunkier than ever. Vote for your favourite heavyweight as they waddle their way to victory. A gas leak emergency turned out to be... a fruit?! A super-smelly durian caused a full-blown response from police and gas crews in England. Move over, trumpets — here come the dinosaurs

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11:27

Silly science awards, and a big weekend for Sharks,...

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/21

Your daily kids news podcast.Silly science awards; Big weekend for Sharks, Panthers, Cats and Lions; Tokyo Athletics update; and Fat Bear Week is back! From zebra-striped cows to cheese-chomping lizards, this year’s Ig Nobel Prizes celebrated the wackiest science ever! These awards are all about silly experiments that make you laugh first… and then scratch your head in wonder. It’s Fat Bear Week in Alaska – where bears who’ve bulked up for winter hibernation go head-to-head in an online

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12:54

YouTube - From the Vault

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/20

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. For the full episode transcript, ⁠⁠click here⁠⁠. 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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3:04

Why are heat waves so dangerous? Science Short

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/19

This week on Squiz Kids Science Shorts: Think bushfires are Australia’s deadliest disaster? Think again. Heatwaves quietly claim more lives than any other extreme weather. In this Squiz Kids Science Short, we break down what a heatwave actually is, how extreme heat can overwhelm our bodies, why some communities are hit harder than others, and what we can all do to stay cool and safe. Science has never been this sizzling! Watch this episode on YouTube Every Saturday, Squiz Kids Science Shorts

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7:47

Kids vs Adults Weekly News S'Quiz

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/18

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. Watch this week's Science Short on YouTube, where we answer the question: Why are heat waves so dangerous?

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11:13

Gout Gout sprints into history, and Squiz-E’s bad...

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/17

Your daily kids news podcast.Gout Gout sprints into history; New York celebrates Rytoberfest; Squiz-E’s bad news warning; and a big weekend for women’s footy. Seventeen-year-old Aussie Gout Gout sprinted into the history books at the World Athletics Championships in Japan, It was a Ryan-a-palooza in NYC as hundreds (maybe thousands!) of people named Ryan gathered to break a world record! NRLW and NRL finals kick off this weekend with epic showdowns! The Knights, Titans, Sharks, Cowboys,

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9:29

Australia’s climate risk revealed, and Jess Hull...

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/16

Your daily kids news podcast.Australia’s climate risk revealed; China’s viral loo-roll video; an airbag idea taking off; and Jess Hull makes history. Just like teachers prep before an excursion, Australia’s planning for climate change! With rising seas, heatwaves and floods on the radar, this new assessment helps everyone from governments to First Nations groups prepare for the future. A video from China has gone viral, apparently showing a wild new toilet paper dispenser — where you might

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9:59

Outlaws and Rebels... Your Shortcut

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/15

This is your Squiz Kids Shortcut to Outlaws and Rebels. The podcast where we dive into the who, what, when, where, why, and how of big news stories. They’ve led uprisings, robbed banks, and refused to give up a seat on the bus. Some wore armour, some carried banners, and others just quietly changed the world. In this Shortcut, we take you into the world of outlaws and rebels — from Ned Kelly and the Eureka Stockade, to Rosa Parks, the suffragettes, and even the legendary duo Bonnie and Clyde. We'll

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10:17

Democracy, debate and Charlie Kirk, and Demon Hunters...

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/14

Your daily kids news podcast.Democracy, debate and Charlie Kirk; signs of life on Mars; Footy finals winners and losers; and Demon Hunters dominate the charts. Today’s all about democracy — yep, that fancy word that means we get a say! It also means learning to disagree nicely. After some sad and shocking news from the U.S., it’s a good reminder to talk things out, be kind, and give your brain a break when it needs one. The Mars rover, Perseverance, has found some pretty wild markings on red

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15:52

Sharks - From the Vault

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/13

They live in every ocean, they've been around since before the dinosaurs, and they've got a reputation that makes lots of people shiver. This is your Squiz Kids Shortcut to Sharks—the podcast where we dive into the who, what, when, where, why, and how of big news stories. We’ll take you through HOW a scared surfer became a shark scientist, WHAT makes sharks so weird and wonderful (including baby sharks that eat their siblings!), and WHY many shark species are now endangered—and what we can all do

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2:32

Why does chilli burn your mouth... and your bum?...

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/12

This week on Squiz Kids Science Shorts: Ever eaten a chilli and felt your tongue on fire? Ouch! But why does it also sting at the other end — the dreaded “Ring of Fire”? In this Squiz Kids Science Short we unpack the sneaky molecule capsaicin, the Scoville scale, why water won’t help, and why milk and ice cream save the day. Science never tasted so spicy! ⁠⁠Watch this episode on YouTube⁠.⁠ Every Saturday, Squiz Kids Science Shorts answers the big, curly questions you’ve been wondering about —

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8:49

Kids vs Adults Weekly News S'Quiz

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/11

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. Watch this week's Science Short on YouTube, where we answer the question: Why do Chillies Burn your Mouth... and your Bum??

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10:25

Victoria makes treaty history, and the fake astronaut...

Squiz Kids ·

2025/09/10

Your daily kids news podcast.Victoria makes treaty history; a slimy culprit caught in Germany; giant oysters on the move; and the fake astronaut scam. Victoria just made history by introducing laws for a treaty with First Nations people — the first in Australia! A late-night doorbell mystery turned slimy when police in Germany found the culprit: a slug! From tree-eating beetles to ruler-sized oysters, Australia’s got two new invasive pests. One’s boring holes in trees, the other’s shelling

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