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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!

Hurricane Helene brought fierce winds and devastating flooding to the Southeast U.S., highlighting the danger of misinformation online. It's also Fat Bear Week in Alaska, where fans can vote for the chubbiest bear—Grazer is a front-runner! In a whimsical twist, a goat named Joshua joined a marathon and snagged a finisher's medal. Meanwhile, two astronauts are experiencing an extended stay in space, waiting for a rescue after 262 days of floating! A rollercoaster of news with plenty of quirky stories!

Tensions rise in the Middle East as conflicts intensify between Israel and Hezbollah, leading to family displacements. Meanwhile, Mount Everest surprises scientists by growing a few millimeters each year. In New Zealand, over 6,500 people unite to break the world record for the largest Haka, showcasing their cultural pride. On a fun note, rare Pokémon cards are fetching astonishing prices, with one valued at $3.7 million! Time to check those collections for hidden treasures!

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 to Ireland, a fascinating country known for its lush green landscapes, lively folk music, and rich history. From its ancient castles and legendary myths to the energetic sports of Gaelic football and hurling, there’s so much to explore. So, buckle up and get ready to discover Ireland!For the full episode transcript, click here.LINKS:Rules of Gaelic FootballRules of HurlingTraditional Irish Stew Recipe

Your daily kids news podcast.Looks like your favourite holiday treat might be harder to find this year! Bad weather in Africa is making it tough for cocoa trees to grow, which means less chocolate for everyone.Imagine finding a mummy from 3,600 years ago wearing a necklace—made of cheese! That's right, archaeologists in China made this discovery, and it’s definitely not your average jewelry!AFL fans in Brisbane are going wild after their Lions thumped the Sydney Swans with a massive 120-60 win. Will Ashcroft, just 20 years old, was the star of the match, winning the best on-ground award.The Moon has company! A small asteroid, just 11 meters wide, is zooming around Earth for the next two months. It won’t be easy to spot, but it’s cool to know our Moon has a little space buddy nearby—at least for a little while!For the full episode transcript, click here.Sponsored Content: To find out more about MobileMuster 2024 Schools Competition, or to enter, click here.

Join us from Tuesday to Friday throughout the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.For more great content check us out at squizkids.com.au