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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.

We'll take you through HOW the Paralympics got started, WHAT kind of disabilities are included in the Games, and WHO to look out for when you watch.For the full episode transcript, click here.Bounce Promotion 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.Check out the Squiz Kids website for all of our other Fun, Free and Fresh offerings!Awesome classroom resources.

Your daily kids news podcast.This week, leaders from 18 Pacific nations, including Australia and New Zealand, are gathering in Tonga for an important meeting. The big topic? Climate change and how rising sea levels could impact the islands.In Botswana, an incredible 2,492-carat diamond has been discovered, making it one of the largest ever found! The gem was found using super cool X-ray technology at the Karowe Diamond Mine. That’s some serious bling!Holly Warn, Australia’s youngest Paralympian, is off to Paris! This 15-year-old swimmer has cerebral palsy but never lets it slow her down. She’ll be competing in the 100m and 400m freestyle events.Imagine getting paid to make video games! A group of young game developers in New South Wales received government grants to create new games, including ones with starships, elephants, and mischievous puppies. So, keep playing and coding, kids—your game ideas could be next!For the full episode transcript, click here.Bounce Promotion 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.

A fun kids vs adults news quiz to test who's been paying the most attention to the week in news.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.Kamala Harris is stepping up today as the Democratic candidate for U.S. President! Get ready for a wild race between Harris and Trump as they both aim for the White House. The excitement is through the roof, with big names like Barack and Michelle Obama already making waves at the convention!Imagine getting to eat ice blocks at school every day! In the UK, experts are pushing to make it a part of the curriculum to teach kids about science. From learning how liquids turn into solids to growing veggies, school could be more fun and delicious than ever!Meet Ingemar Stenmark, a 68-year-old legend who’s just won big in pole vaulting! After dominating alpine skiing, he’s taken up a new challenge, proving that age is just a number when it comes to being awesome. His backyard practice paid off, and now he’s the talk of the town!A creepy sea monster photo went viral last week, but guess what? It’s totally fake! The internet detectives cracked the case, reminding us all to Stop, Think, and Check before believing everything we see online. Stay sharp, Newshounds!For the full episode transcript, click here.

Your daily kids news podcast.Get your binoculars ready! The night sky is putting on a show with a super-sized blue moon lighting up the heavens. Meanwhile, back on Earth, it feels more like summer as winter temps in Australia soar to surprising highs. Who knew August could be so cool—and so hot?David Rush is officially the king of world records! With a mind-blowing 181 records under his belt, he’s just smashed a bunch of vinyl records for his latest title. But watch out—his rival is hot on his heels. The race for record-breaking fame is far from over!In Florida, it’s all about catching the biggest snakes in the wild! Brave python hunters are racing against time to catch these giant, invasive reptiles. With $30,000 in prizes, it’s a scaly showdown that’s not for the faint of heart!Shortcut to Invasive Species.The Paris Olympics just had a jaw-dropping moment when Guerschon Yabusele soared over LeBron James for an epic dunk. From underdog to NBA comeback, Yabusele is now the talk of the town and ready to make waves in the big leagues once more!For the full episode transcript, click here.

Squiz the World goes to... ArgentinaEach 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 off to Argentina, a land known for the passionate dance of tango and the incredible skills of soccer superstar Lionel Messi. This country, where beef is king and vegetarians face a challenge, is also home to diverse landscapes, from the bustling city of Buenos Aires to the icy reaches near Antarctica. We'll explore Argentina's rich culture, fascinating history, unique sports, and delicious cuisine. So buckle up and join us on the Squiz Kids Super Fast Supersonic Jetliner for an exciting adventure to Argentina!For the full episode transcript, click here.LINKS:The Casa Rosada, or Pink HousePato, known in English as "horseball"Steak with chimichurri sauceBlack bean chimichurri saladCheck out the Squiz Kids website for all of our other Fun, Free and Fresh offerings!

Your daily kids news podcast.A 15-year-old from the USA, Heman Bekele, has been named Time Magazine's Kid of the Year for his incredible work on a soap that could help prevent skin cancer.Scientists have made a surprising discovery about Stonehenge—one of its giant stones might have come from Scotland, over 400 miles away! How it got there remains a mystery, with experts scratching their heads and spinning new theories.A man in Mississippi has uncovered a mammoth tusk that's thousands of years old! These massive, ancient relatives of elephants once roamed the Earth, and this tusk is a remarkable find.Aussie surfer Matt Formston isn't just any surfer—he's blind, and he's taken on some of the biggest waves in the world! With a new documentary out just in time for the Paralympics, Matt’s incredible story is inspiring everyone to reach new heights.Orangutan protection info.For the full episode transcript, click here.

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.Looks like those NAPLAN results are out, and while some kids are celebrating, others are scratching their heads. Turns out, commas and verbs are tricky! Experts are on the case, trying to figure out how to boost those scores. Remember, it's just a test—your creativity and kindness can't be measured by dots on a page!Two astronauts are stuck on the International Space Station longer than expected—like, way longer. Their spacecraft, the Starliner, is having some hiccups. But don't worry, they’ve settled in just fine with the other space residents, even sharing some deodorant! And hey, they’ve got front-row seats to the Northern Lights from space!In a wild twist, scientists in Western Australia are whipping up cane toad casseroles—but not for humans! They're teaching crocodiles that toads are a no-go snack by making them feel queasy after a taste. It's all about keeping the ecosystem balanced and those crocs safe.A fake story about a UK prison for rioters tricked even Elon Musk. It just goes to show, you can’t trust everything you see online. Remember: Stop, Think, and Check before sharing.For the full episode transcript, click here.