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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 more). Want a birthday shoutout? Email us at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au, or visit the Squiz Kids website. PS. We do news for big people (aka adults) over on The Squiz Today - a free weekday email and podcast. Search for Squiz Today in your podcasting app, or check out The Squiz Today newsletter here.

  1. Stinky whales and corpse flowers; Paris church bells ring again; AFLW semis are on; and the ghost Halloween parade.

    12 HR AGO

    Stinky whales and corpse flowers; Paris church bells ring again; AFLW semis are on; and the ghost Halloween parade.

    Your daily kids news podcast. Stinky whales and corpse flowers; Paris church bells ring again; AFLW semis are on; and the ghost Halloween parade. Crowds in Geelong, Australia are lining up to catch a whiff of the “corpse flower”—a rare plant that only blooms once every 10 years and smells like a super smelly garbage bin! In Azerbaijan, artists have created a giant, smelly model of a dead whale filled with rotten fish to grab attention during important climate talks. Paris’s famous Notre Dame Cathedral is about to re-open after a big restoration from a 2019 fire. Three new bells have been added to celebrate its return, including one rung by Olympic gold medal winners! This weekend’s AFLW semi-finals will see the Crows and Dockers face off, followed by the Hawks vs. Power. Adelaide’s top talent is shining with both Crows and Power in the semis—grab the popcorn for a nail-biting weekend of women’s footy! Hundreds of people in Dublin showed up for a Halloween parade that didn’t exist, all due to a TikTok hoax. If only they’d used Squiz-E’s tips: Stop, Think, and Check! For the full episode transcript, click here. What is Newshounds - video explainer. Find out more about Newshounds. Get started for free HERE.

    9 min
  2.  A cicada summer’s on the way; Mexico City’s Mariachi party; Aussie surfers win big in Cali; and the night-riding dumpling craze.

    1 DAY AGO

     A cicada summer’s on the way; Mexico City’s Mariachi party; Aussie surfers win big in Cali; and the night-riding dumpling craze.

    Your daily kids news podcast.  A cicada summer’s on the way; Mexico City’s Mariachi party; Aussie surfers win big in Cali; and the night-riding dumpling craze. Australia’s east coast is gearing up for a summer buzzing with cicada songs as these noisy insects emerge by the thousands. Led by the “green grocer” cicada, different types are joining in for an epic, record-breaking “cicadathon” that’s sure to be the soundtrack of summer! Over a thousand Mariachi musicians gathered in Mexico City, dressed in their best charro suits, to set a world record with the largest-ever Mariachi performance. Trumpets, guitars, and violins filled the plaza, celebrating the first-ever World Mariachi Congress with this grand fiesta! Huge shoutout to Kai Colless and Jocelyn Neumueller, who just made Australia proud at the Para World Surfing Championships! Taking gold in prone surfing, their amazing achievements boosted the Aussie team, the Irukandjis, to third place overall. Young people across China are pedalling all night to reach Kaifeng, famous for its tasty soup dumplings. This “Night Riding Army” craze has filled highways with two-wheel traffic jams. For the full episode transcript, click here. What is Newshounds - video explainer. Find out more about Newshounds. Get started for free HERE.

    11 min
  3. Australia at War... Your Shortcut

    2 DAYS AGO

    Australia at War... Your Shortcut

    We'll take you through when we’ve been involved in conflicts, why we’ve joined both fighting and peacekeeping missions, and how we keep the memory of those who served alive. So, strap on your boots as we explore Australia at War. For the full episode transcript, click here. For access to classroom resources, click here. Links : The Armistice Agreement and How WWI Ended Australia Frontier Wars Facts for Kids What is Remembrance Day and why do we commemorate it? Wars and Peacekeeping Missions involving Australia

    13 min
  4. Social media ban for kids; the great ape escape; Wallabies win in England; and the how and why of Remembrance Day.

    3 DAYS AGO

    Social media ban for kids; the great ape escape; Wallabies win in England; and the how and why of Remembrance Day.

    Your daily kids news podcast. Social media ban for kids; the great ape escape; Wallabies win in England; and the how and why of Remembrance Day. Australia’s set to put TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat off-limits for kids under 16 next year! The government thinks it’ll protect young minds, but not everyone agrees. Some teens are saying, “It’s not fair!” In South Carolina, 43 rhesus macaque monkeys made a daring escape from a research facility when a new employee forgot to latch a gate! The clever monkeys are hanging around nearby woods, enjoying their taste of freedom while workers try to lure them back with food! Australia’s Wallabies scored a stunning comeback against England, winning 42-37 in extra time! With help from new star Joseph Sua’alii, the team turned around a rough year and silenced the London crowd. Tonight’s Taurid meteor shower promises shooting stars before sunrise! Thousands of space particles from comet Encke will light up the sky in a dazzling show. Patience is key, though—you might see only five meteors per hour, but they’re extra bright, so make a wish! For the full episode transcript, click here. What is Newshounds - video explainer. Find out more about Newshounds. Get started for free HERE.

    10 min
  5. Kids vs Adults Weekly News S'Quiz

    6 DAYS AGO

    Kids vs Adults Weekly News S'Quiz

    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! What is Newshounds - video explainer. Find out more about Newshounds. Get started for free HERE.

    8 min
  6. Trump wins the White House; Kenya’s elephant beehives; Squiz-E’s election sniffing; and a new planet for our solar system.

    6 NOV

    Trump wins the White House; Kenya’s elephant beehives; Squiz-E’s election sniffing; and a new planet for our solar system.

    Your daily kids news podcast. Trump wins the White House; Kenya’s elephant beehives; Squiz-E’s election sniffing; and a new planet for our solar system. After months of buzzing rallies and fierce campaigning, the U.S. picked Donald Trump as president once more! Despite polls predicting a tight contest, Trump won big, defeating Kamala Harris. While this won’t change things for Aussies day-to-day, the world is watching America’s next steps closely! In Kenya, farmers are using a surprising defence against elephants munching on their crops: bees! It turns out these giant animals are terrified of bee stings, and beehives keep them away from farms naturally. Scientists think they might have found a ninth planet in our solar system! It’s hiding way out in the icy Kuiper Belt, far beyond Neptune. They’re calling it “Planet Nine” for now. We’ll find out next year when new supertelescopes start looking way out there! With the U.S. election causing a storm of wild rumours online, it’s Newshounds to the rescue! Squiz-E reminds everyone to Stop, Think, and Check what they read, so we don’t fall for fake stories. For the full episode transcript, click here. What is Newshounds - video explainer. Find out more about Newshounds. Get started for free HERE.

    10 min
  7. Knight’s Choice wins the Cup; a fierce eruption in Indonesia; meet the 3-metre tall “terror bird”; and an ancient Ice Age survivor.

    5 NOV

    Knight’s Choice wins the Cup; a fierce eruption in Indonesia; meet the 3-metre tall “terror bird”; and an ancient Ice Age survivor.

    Your daily kids news podcast. The Melbourne Cup, Australia’s legendary horse race, was a nail-biter this year! Knight’s Choice barely edged out Warp Speed to claim the win—and a prize of $4.4 million. But not everyone’s celebrating; more Aussies are questioning the event’s impact on horses and fans. Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi volcano erupted with incredible force, shooting ash and hot lava into the sky. Thousands of people have had to leave their homes. Indonesia sits on the “Ring of Fire,” where volcanoes and earthquakes are common, keeping locals on their toes. Your Squiz Kids Shortcut to... Earthquakes and Volcanoes. It’s election day in the U.S., and Americans are picking their next president! With six time zones in play, votes will trickle in all day. And the winner isn’t just decided by votes—there’s a system called the Electoral College that plays a big role Meet Pando, the world’s biggest tree—a forest of aspen trees sharing one root system! Scientists found Pando is a whopping 34,000 years old, dating back to the Ice Age! But climate and disease now threaten it. Let’s hope this incredible tree can keep growing strong. New fossil evidence shows a gigantic bird once ruled ancient South America—a 3-meter-tall “terror bird”! These flightless predators had sharp beaks perfect for hunting. But even they had enemies: one fossil shows it may have been chomped by a massive prehistoric crocodile! For the full episode transcript, click here.

    10 min
  8. South Africa... Squiz the World

    4 NOV

    South Africa... Squiz the World

    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 flying west to South Africa, a captivating country known for its stunning landscapes, vibrant wildlife, and rich cultural diversity. From the majestic savannas and the 'Big Five' animals to its fascinating history and unique blend of languages, there’s so much to discover. So, buckle up and get ready to explore South Africa LINKS: Kruger National Park adventure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYc36RX-jZc Three sample Kruger Tales: http://krugertales.co.za/ Melktert recipe: https://www.africanbites.com/milk-tart/

    11 min
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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 more). Want a birthday shoutout? Email us at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au, or visit the Squiz Kids website. PS. We do news for big people (aka adults) over on The Squiz Today - a free weekday email and podcast. Search for Squiz Today in your podcasting app, or check out The Squiz Today newsletter here.

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    The Squiz
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    Squiz Media
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    1.2K
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