The Week Junior Show Snail ice cream and power cut chaos
May 2, 2025
A wild power outage in Spain and Portugal led to chaotic scenes and a display of community spirit. Discover the incredible journey of Valerie, a dachshund found after 529 days in the wild. Is snail and garlic ice cream a culinary adventure or a complete disaster? The podcast also tackles the intriguing question of whether schools should ditch mirrors from bathrooms, revealing a lively debate about confidence. Plus, celebrate a decade of The Week Junior magazine with special reflections and listener thoughts on superheroes!
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Power Cuts Reveal Electricity Dependence
- The massive power cuts in Spain and Portugal disrupted everyday life, showing how reliant we are on electricity.
- People helped each other during the outage, showing the power of community in crisis.
Dachshund's Remarkable Survival Story
- Valerie, a miniature dachshund, survived 529 days lost in the wilderness on Kangaroo Island, Australia.
- She was finally found and rescued with the help of a wildlife charity after over 1000 hours of searching.
Keep Mirrors for Student Well-being
- Schools should carefully consider whether to remove bathroom mirrors, balancing time management and student confidence.
- Mirrors help students check appearance, braces, and boost self-esteem, avoiding reliance on phones or hidden mirrors.
