Squiz Kids

Squiz Kids Podcast

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. Pope Francis hits the road; an 8-foot athlete rules Paris; Moon crash video a fake; and the planet-protecting doughnut.

    3 DAYS AGO

    Pope Francis hits the road; an 8-foot athlete rules Paris; Moon crash video a fake; and the planet-protecting doughnut.

    Your daily kids news podcast. Pope Francis is hitting the road, touring the Asia-Pacific region to spread messages of peace and planet protection. At 87 years old, he's on a mission to bring different faiths together and fight climate change. Meet Morteza Mehrzadselakjani, the towering 8-foot-1 sitting volleyball star making waves at the Paralympics! Despite his height challenges, he's helping Iran go for their third straight gold. Aussie scientists have made a delicious discovery—a doughnut-shaped layer deep within the Earth! This hidden doughnut could help us understand how the Earth’s magnetic shield works, protecting us from solar storms. A viral video claims to show a giant asteroid hitting the moon, but Squiz-E the Newshound is here to tell us it's a hoax! While asteroids do hit the moon, seeing it live is super rare. Don’t be fooled—remember to Stop, Think & Check before you believe everything you see online! For the full episode transcript, click here.   Bounce x Squiz Kids Special Offer: Terms and Conditions:  For bookings made between September 1 – October 31 2024, and jumped between September 1 – October 31 2024. Applicable on Child, Student, Adult, miniBOUNCER, Awesome 4some, Friday Super Session and 2 Hour Superpass tickets. Does not include BOUNCE grip socks. Available for online bookings only. Available at all BOUNCE venues across Australia, excluding miniBOUNCE Carindale.

    12 min
  2. Snow in Tassie, fires in NSW; China’s cat-friendly museum; the Demon’s big win; and the sheep that go to school.

    4 DAYS AGO

    Snow in Tassie, fires in NSW; China’s cat-friendly museum; the Demon’s big win; and the sheep that go to school.

    Your daily kids news podcast. Snow in Tassie, fires in NSW; China’s cat-friendly museum; the Demon’s big win; and the sheep that go to school. Hold onto your hats! A cold snap swept across Australia, causing wild winds, flooding, and even snow. Thousands lost power in Victoria, and bushwalkers got trapped in icy tracks in Tasmania. Two sailors were rescued from rough seas by the Navy. In China, a museum invites local cats to visit an ancient Egyptian cat exhibit. Meanwhile, in Israel, a curious boy who accidentally smashed a 3,000-year-old vase was invited back for a proper look around. Aussie tennis star Alex de Minaur keeps winning, advancing to the US Open quarterfinals. Meanwhile, Australia's Paralympians celebrated seven medals in Paris, with Lauren Parker winning gold in the triathlon and competing next in cycling. Forget math and English—students in Australia are learning all about sheep! Schools across NSW, Victoria, Queensland, and Tasmania are competing to raise the happiest and woolliest Merino sheep. Who will win the Merino Wether Challenge? Baa-rilliant! Indigenous Literacy Day For the full episode transcript, click here. Bounce x Squiz Kids Special Offer: Terms and Conditions:  For bookings made between September 1 – October 31 2024, and jumped between September 1 – October 31 2024. Applicable on Child, Student, Adult, miniBOUNCER, Awesome 4some, Friday Super Session and 2 Hour Superpass tickets. Does not include BOUNCE grip socks. Available for online bookings only. Available at all BOUNCE venues across Australia, excluding miniBOUNCE Carindale.

    10 min
  3. Aussie Paralympic gold rush; Israel’s ancient museum whoopsie; big wins for Popyrin and Wallabies; and Bluey releases a single.

    6 DAYS AGO

    Aussie Paralympic gold rush; Israel’s ancient museum whoopsie; big wins for Popyrin and Wallabies; and Bluey releases a single.

    Your daily kids news podcast. It's raining gold for Australian athletes at the Paralympics in Paris! From the cycling track to the swimming pool, Aussies are taking home medals. Table tennis duo Lina Lei and Qian Yang snagged gold, swimmer Tom Gallagher splashed to victory, and cyclist Korey Boddington pedalled his way to the top! A little boy in an Israeli museum had a big oops moment when he knocked over a 3,500-year-old Bronze Age pottery urn! Caught on camera, the boy and his mom made a quick exit. But don’t worry—the museum isn't mad and has invited them back for a special tour! Father’s Day just got better! Everyone’s favourite blue dog, Bluey, dropped a new song called “Onesies” from the upcoming album Rug Island. Inspired by the episode where Bingo goes wild over onesies. Bluey single - Octopus Celebrating the Dads of Bluey Big wins for Aussie athletes! Alexei Popyrin shocked the tennis world by defeating Novak Djokovic at the US Open, marking a career highlight. Meanwhile, the Wallabies edged out Argentina in a thrilling rugby match, winning 20-19 and keeping their championship dreams alive! For the full episode transcript, click here. Bounce x Squiz Kids Special Offer: Terms and Conditions:  For bookings made between September 1 – October 31 2024, and jumped between September 1 – October 31 2024. Applicable on Child, Student, Adult, miniBOUNCER, Awesome 4some, Friday Super Session and 2 Hour Superpass tickets. Does not include BOUNCE grip socks. Available for online bookings only. Available at all BOUNCE venues across Australia, excluding miniBOUNCE Carindale.

    11 min
  4. Pacific police force on the job; South Africa’s bug-munching wasps; baby gorilla alert; and Squiz-E helps out Sam Kerr.

    AUG 28

    Pacific police force on the job; South Africa’s bug-munching wasps; baby gorilla alert; and Squiz-E helps out Sam Kerr.

    Your daily kids news podcast. Move over, Paw Patrol! There's a new team of heroes in the Pacific! Australia's Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, has joined forces with leaders from Pacific Island nations to create a special police force to help across the region. In South Africa, wasps are being flown in by drones to save grapevines from pesky mealy bugs. This eco-friendly solution helps protect the grapes without using harmful sprays. Get ready for a cuteness overload! A baby gorilla was just born at the Detroit Zoo, and she’s already a superstar! With big eyes and tiny hands, this little one is making everyone say “aww.” The zoo is asking for name suggestions, so get your thinking caps on! Scammers are using the names and photos of Aussie stars like soccer champ Sam Kerr in sneaky online scams. They want to trick people into giving away their money. Remember, always STOP, THINK, and CHECK before you believe what you see online! For the full episode transcript, click here. Bounce x Squiz Kids Special Offer: Terms and Conditions:  For bookings made between September 1 – October 31 2024, and jumped between September 1 – October 31 2024. Applicable on Child, Student, Adult, miniBOUNCER, Awesome 4some, Friday Super Session and 2 Hour Superpass tickets. Does not include BOUNCE grip socks. Available for online bookings only. Available at all BOUNCE venues across Australia, excluding miniBOUNCE Carindale.

    10 min
  5. Cow burps to save the Earth; England’s gravy wrestling champion; giant scorpions ruled the seas; and a skydiving centenarian.

    AUG 27

    Cow burps to save the Earth; England’s gravy wrestling champion; giant scorpions ruled the seas; and a skydiving centenarian.

    Your daily kids news podcast. Scientists have found a cool way to use cows to help fight global warming! Cows usually release a lot of methane gas when they burp or fart. Now, scientists are working on a pill for cows to take, which will make their burps more environmentally friendly. In England, people dressed as superheroes and even a fluffy dalmatian wrestled in a pool of gravy for the World Gravy Wrestling Championships! It was a messy, hilarious, and delicious event, leaving everyone wondering what happened to all that gravy! In Australia, a scientist discovered fossils of giant, crocodile-sized sea scorpions that ruled the oceans over 400 million years ago. These ancient creatures were like underwater tanks, using their huge claws to snatch up prey. Who knew the past could be so creepy and cool? Manette Baillie celebrated her 102nd birthday by becoming Britain's oldest skydiver, proving it's never too late for adventure! Meanwhile, John Tinniswood, the world's oldest living man at 112, enjoys a simpler life but has no secrets for living so long. Age is just a number for these incredible individuals! An origami bow tie. For the full episode transcript, click here. Bounce Terms and Conditions: For bookings made between September 1 – October 31 2024, and jumped between September 1 – October 31 2024. Applicable on Child, Student, Adult, miniBOUNCER, Awesome 4some, Friday Super Session and 2 Hour Superpass tickets. Does not include BOUNCE grip socks. Available for online bookings only. Available at all BOUNCE venues across Australia, excluding miniBOUNCE Carindale.

    12 min
4.6
out of 5
25 Ratings

About

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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