Squiz Kids
Squiz Media
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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Jul 28, 2022 • 9min
Friday, July 29 - Get ready for a meteor shower; Saudi Arabia’s space-age city in the desert; MP tells kids to dream big; and how to tell if your dog is happy.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour.‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent)This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them.Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKSThe Line—Saudi Arabia’s futuristic new city https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0kz5vEqdaScBrisbane Olympics - Digital Time Capsulehttps://teamaus.olympics.com.au/ Want access to our Squiz Kids Shortcuts + Squiz The World podcasts? Teachers: Squiz Kids for Schools - Free 30 Day Trial: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Parents: Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content - Free Trial: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283Squiz Kids Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=enGot a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au
Jul 27, 2022 • 10min
Thursday, July 28 - Aussies go for gold at the Commonwealth Games; Polish scientist declares war on cats; Space junk falls to Earth; and why pigs like to dance.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour.‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent)This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them.Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKSBrisbane Olympics - Digital Time Capsulehttps://teamaus.olympics.com.au/ Want access to our Squiz Kids Shortcuts + Squiz The World podcasts? Teachers: Squiz Kids for Schools - Free 30 Day Trial: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Parents: Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content - Free Trial: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283Squiz Kids Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=enGot a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au
Jul 26, 2022 • 9min
Wednesday, July 27 - Selling kids junk on TikTok; a new wandering walrus; the police hunting marauding monkeys; and some legendary WA woodchoppers.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour.LINKSWally the Walrus’s 2021 Adventure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7p0roh7pYB0Freya’s turn in 2022: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/jul/26/freya-the-walrus-sinks-boats-and-captures-hearts-in-norwayWant access to our Squiz Kids Shortcuts + Squiz The World podcasts?Teachers: Squiz Kids for Schools - Free 30 Day Trial: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Parents: Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content - Free Trial: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283
Jul 25, 2022 • 13min
Tuesday, July 26 - Pollies’ first day back; Japan’s volcanic eruption; Russia’s robot chess drama; and the Black Panther breaks the internet.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour.‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent)This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them.Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKSBrisbane Olympics - Digital Time Capsulehttps://teamaus.olympics.com.au/ Find your member of Parliamenthttps://www.aph.gov.au/Senators_and_Members/MembersSensational World Of Civics - A Squiz Kids Podcast Serieshttps://www.squizkids.com.au/civics/When a chess robot attacks: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2022/jul/24/chess-robot-grabs-and-breaks-finger-of-seven-year-old-opponent-moscowIs chess a sport? Arguments for: https://www.chess.com/article/view/is-chess-a-sportArguments against (with a tiny bit of spicy language): https://chessentials.com/is-chess-a-sport-i-think-not-and-heres-why/Black Panther trailer https://youtu.be/RlOB3UALvrQWant access to our Squiz Kids Shortcuts and Squiz The World?Teachers: Squiz Kids for Schools - Free 30 Day Trial: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Parents: Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content - Free Trial: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283Squiz Kids Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=enGot a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au
Jul 24, 2022 • 11min
Monday, July 25 - Monkeypox and foot-and-mouth explained; Israel’s jellyfish explosion; Kelsey-Lee Barber an Aussie world champ; and operation osprey rescue.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour.‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent)This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them.Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKSSwarms of jellies: https://www.parks.org.il/new/meduzot-2/Surfers and anglers unite to save osprey: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2022/jul/24/surfers-and-angler-combine-to-rescue-osprey-caught-in-fishing-line-off-north-stradbroke-islandWant access to our Squiz the World and Kids Shortcuts?Teachers: Squiz Kids for Schools - Free 30 Day Trial: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Parents: Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content - Free Trial: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=enGot a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au
Jul 21, 2022 • 12min
Friday, July 22 - The apps tracking our kids; Peter Bol’s big race; how words can hurt; and how to study Harry Styles.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour.‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent)This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them.Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKSEleanor Patterson makes high jump history: https://wwos.nine.com.au/videos/world-athletics-championships-2022-eleanor-patterson-wins-gold-medal-in-womens-high-jump-at-world-athletics-championships/cl5t0lvda00090jr3e7d1ck35Kate Bush’s ‘Running Up That Hill’https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wp43OdtAAkMMost viewed music videos on YouTubehttps://variety.com/2022/digital/news/gangnam-style-youtube-billion-views-club-1235317420/Emmanuel the interrupting emuhttps://twitter.com/Tech_Buddha/status/1548449761820258305?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1548449761820258305%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.smh.com.au%2Fworld%2Fnorth-america%2Fdon-t-do-it-emmanuel-interrupting-emu-earns-global-fame-20220720-p5b31p.htmlOlympics: Have A Go Month:www.haveago.olympics.com.auWant access to our Squiz the World and Kids Shortcuts?Teachers: Squiz Kids for Schools - Free 30 Day Trial: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Parents: Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content - Free Trial: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283Squiz Kids Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=enGot a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au
Jul 20, 2022 • 10min
Thursday, July 21 - Aussie high-jumper on top of the world; Dinosaurs on the menu in China; Stranger Things’ YouTube video rush; and Emmanuel the interrupting emu.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour.‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent)This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them.Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKSEleanor Patterson makes high jump history: https://wwos.nine.com.au/videos/world-athletics-championships-2022-eleanor-patterson-wins-gold-medal-in-womens-high-jump-at-world-athletics-championships/cl5t0lvda00090jr3e7d1ck35Kate Bush’s ‘Running Up That Hill’https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wp43OdtAAkMMost viewed music videos on YouTubehttps://variety.com/2022/digital/news/gangnam-style-youtube-billion-views-club-1235317420/Emmanuel the interrupting emuhttps://twitter.com/Tech_Buddha/status/1548449761820258305?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1548449761820258305%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.smh.com.au%2Fworld%2Fnorth-america%2Fdon-t-do-it-emmanuel-interrupting-emu-earns-global-fame-20220720-p5b31p.htmlOlympics: Have A Go Month:www.haveago.olympics.com.auWant access to our Squiz the World and Kids Shortcuts?Teachers: Squiz Kids for Schools - Free 30 Day Trial: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Parents: Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content - Free Trial: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283Squiz Kids Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=enGot a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au
Jul 19, 2022 • 9min
Wednesday, July 20 - Australia’s big fail on the environment; Hawks tackle seagulls in Scotland; Suspicious schooling in Russia; and Sam Kerr’s gaming surprise.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour.‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent)This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them.Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKSA taste of Sam Kerr’s skills: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXiO5BySlwEWant access to our Squiz the World and Kids Shortcuts?Teachers: Squiz Kids for Schools - Free 30 Day Trial: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Parents: Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content - Free Trial: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283
Jul 18, 2022 • 9min
Tuesday, July 19 - Calls for TikTok to be banned; Cam Smith’s claret jug; elephant orphans find new families; and some intriguing new emojis.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour.‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent)This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them.Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKS“This one’s for Aus”—Cam Smith wins the British Open: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-07-18/cameron-smith-wins-the-open-rory-mcilroy-st-andrews/101246252New emojis :https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-62177610Have A Go at Table Tennis!: haveago.olympics.com.auTeachers: Squiz Kids for Schools - Free 30 Day Trial: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Parents: Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content - Free Trial: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283
Jul 17, 2022 • 9min
Monday July 18 - Are masks coming back to school?; Europe’s heatwave; rare whale sightings; and a four-year-old helps win at the Tour de France.
LINKSClass C Orca spotting: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-07-16/first-known-sighting-of-type-c-orcas-in-victorian-waters/101244738Who is Migaloo? https://www.queensland.com/nz/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/whales/migaloo-white-whale-queenslandMichael Matthews crosses the line: https://cyclingtips.com/2022/07/michael-matthews-fights-to-his-fourth-tour-stage-win-from-the-breakaway/Nadia Comaneci makes Olympic history on July 18, 1976: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yi_5xbd5xdEYour Shortcut to the Tour de France: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-shortcuts/tour-de-france/Want access to our Squiz Kids Shortcuts? Teachers: Squiz Kids for Schools - Free 30 Day Trial: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Parents: Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content - Free Trial: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283
