Squiz Kids

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!

Get ready for a royal visit as King Charles and Queen Camilla touch down in Australia! Meanwhile, the World Conker Championships have taken a scandalous turn with a potential cheating investigation. On the cricket front, Australia’s women's T20 team is undefeated and eyeing a spot in the finals against South Africa. And in a humorous twist, rumors about NASA controlling the weather turn out to be nothing but a wild joke. Tune in for some fun quizzes and interactive shout-outs too!

Your daily kids news podcast.Blast off to Jupiter’s icy moon, Europa, where NASA's gigantic robotic probe will search for signs of life under the frozen surface!A SpaceX rocket booster launched into the sky and—get this—flew itself back down into giant mechanical arms!AI at Cambridge University’s Museum of Zoology brings stuffed and skeletonised animals to life, allowing them to share their stories with visitors in over 20 languages.The Socceroos faced off against Japan in a heart-pounding World Cup qualifier! With Japan on fire and undefeated, the Aussie underdogs gave it their all to come away with a draw.Move over, laundry day—this world record-breaking washing machine is so tiny, it’s barely bigger than a Tamagotchi!Zero Hunger Sustainable Development Goal ideas For the full episode transcript, click here.

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, Christie Kijurina, on an audio adventure. Today, we’re flying to Bangladesh, a fascinating country currently hosting the 2024 ICC T20 Women's Cricket World Cup. From its rich history, beautiful landscapes like the Sundarbans Mangrove Forest—home to the endangered Bengal tiger—to its vibrant culture and bustling cities, there’s so much to explore. So, buckle up and get ready to discover Bangladesh!For the full episode transcript, click here.LINKS:Map of BangladeshThe Bengal TigerRivers of BangladeshRising Sea Levels in BangladeshRules of KabaddiSandesh - Recipe

Discover the alarming fact that 95% of Australians aren't getting enough fruits and veggies, all while health impacts loom. Unravel the mystery of a recently uncovered secret tomb beneath Petra, filled with ancient artifacts and skeletons. Marvel at the breathtaking aurora australis light show painting the night sky in vibrant colors across the country. Plus, get inspired by Nedd Brockmann's epic 1,600km charity run, enduring incredible physical challenges to raise funds!

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!

Your daily kids news podcast.Florida’s in the middle of a weather nightmare as Hurricane Milton batters its coast, right after Hurricane Helene! With winds blasting at 300 km/h and flooding rain, millions have been told to leave. Stay safe, Florida!Your Shortcut to... Cyclones, Hurricanes and TyphoonsThousands of Australians are returning home from Lebanon, escaping dangerous conflicts. Special flights are reuniting families in Sydney, bringing joy after a tense situation.It’s a bear-y big win for Grazer, who snatched the Fat Bear Week crown from Chunk! This legendary mama bear juggled cub-raising while bulking up for hibernation. Go Grazer!After Hurricane Helene, misinformation is spreading like wildfire, with false claims that FEMA isn’t helping. Remember: always Stop, Think, and Check before believing what you see online!For the full episode transcript, click here.  

Your daily kids news podcastBig win for Aussie penguins; Tarantula season in the desert; the very curious koala; and Mario Kart blindfold championGood news for penguins! A massive marine park near Antarctica is being made four times bigger, giving even more space for seals, albatrosses, and penguins to chill. It's like a winter wildlife paradise!In Colorado, it’s tarantula love season, and these giant, hairy spiders are on the move, searching for mates. People come from all over to watch the "spider love parade." Who knew romance could have so many legs?A curious koala caused chaos at a Sydney train station, casually exploring stairs and even checking out the lift!Link behind paywallA gamer in Germany just beat Super Mario 64’s 16-star challenge in under 20 minutes...blindfolded!For the full episode transcript, click here.

We'll take you through why it's been called a "space race" for almost 100 years; where that race is going now; and who is involved.For the full episode transcript, click here.Click here to check out some out-of-this-world classroom resources!

Who knows the news better: kids or adults? A lively quiz pits young minds against grown-ups, full of fun and pertinent questions about recent events. The discussion also honors the launch of Sputnik 1 during World Space Week. Birthday shout-outs add a personal touch, along with a sneak peek into exciting educational resources available to listeners. Tune in for a blend of trivia, celebration, and cosmic curiosity!