ICYMI

RNZ News

ICYMI is news made for kids, not their parents or people over 30. It's about the stuff you care about, the stuff that impacts your life, the stuff you don't want to miss.

See All

  1. EPISODE 1

    Electric Cars

    Electric cars have probably been around a lot longer than you thought. This explainer looks into their history, and how it is hoped they can help reduce the impact cars have on the environment. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    7 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    Algorithms

    Join us for a weekly round-up of the news! Plus we learn more about algorithms. We use algorithms every day, some are as simple as tying your shoelaces, and others help power artificial intelligence chat bots. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    5 min

  3. EPISODE 3

    Dyslexia

    More than half a million Kiwis have dyslexia. People with dyslexia may find it harder to read, but the special way their brain works can give them strengths in other areas. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    5 min

  4. EPISODE 4

    Do dogs understand us?

    Dogs and people have been part of each other lives for at least 14 thousand years! But do they really know what you are saying when you tell them what a good dog they are? Listen to our explainer to find out. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    5 min

  5. EPISODE 5

    Anzac Day

    We look at why we commemorate Anzac Day and have a closer look at one local war hero. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    5 min

  6. EPISODE 6

    Cryptocurrency

    There is a lot of talk of cryptocurrency in the news lately, but what is it? Cryptocurrency is a digital alternative to traditional money. One of the most popular types of cryptocurrency is Bitcoin, which has a very mysterious origin. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    5 min

  7. EPISODE 7

    What's an activist?

    Activists are people who speak out about things they think need to change. Activists like Greta Thunberg and Aotearoa's own Dame Whina Cooper started movements by taking a stand on issues which were important to them. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    5 min

  8. EPISODE 8

    DNA

    DNA holds all the genetic information which makes you you. A bit like a code or plan on how to put together the body. Find out more in our explainer. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

    5 min
See All Season 2 (31)

Trailers

About

ICYMI is news made for kids, not their parents or people over 30. It's about the stuff you care about, the stuff that impacts your life, the stuff you don't want to miss.

Information

  • Channel
    RNZ News
  • Creator
    RNZ
  • Episodes
    62
  • Seasons
    2
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © (C) Radio New Zealand 2026
  • Show Website
    ICYMI

More From RNZ News