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.
Episodes
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Apr 7, 2022 • 11min
Friday, April 8 - Sydney floods again; Hong Kong’s slime robot; the world’s skinniest skyscraper; and the gorilla who’s had too much screen time.
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 Robot slimehttps://www.bbc.com/news/av/science-environment-60961184 The world’s skinniest skyscraperhttps://edition.cnn.com/style/article/steinway-tower-intl-scli/index.html Squiz Kids for Schools: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283 How To Become A Squiz Kids Correspondent: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FH2HA28InnLU6UxE91wrLBAbCMT40Mua/viewSquiz 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 See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Apr 6, 2022 • 9min
Thursday, April 7 - It’s election time!; Spain’s 12 year-old Iron Man; the birth of a new mega-planet; and the science behind puppy dog eyes.
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 Jorge’s big birthday: https://www.niusdiario.es/ciencia-y-tecnologia/ciencia/sanchez-arropa-jorge-primer-dia-colegio-con-exoesqueleto-infantil-creado-gracia-armada_18_3309350099.html?amp=true A planet is bornhttps://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/science/2022/04/05/planet-bigger-than-jupiter/9467581002/ Squiz Kids for Schools: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283 How To Become A Squiz Kids Correspondent: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FH2HA28InnLU6UxE91wrLBAbCMT40Mua/viewSquiz 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 See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Apr 5, 2022 • 13min
Wednesday, April 6 - Roll up your sleeves for the planet; the world’s favourite smell; fighting trolls on the internet; and the owl who just wants to be on TV.
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 The owl who wanted to be on TVhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9scJ8YFdH_I Woolworths Fresh Food Kids Discovery Tours:https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/discover/fresh-food-kids/discoverytours Squiz Kids for Schools: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283 How To Become A Squiz Kids Correspondent: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FH2HA28InnLU6UxE91wrLBAbCMT40Mua/viewSquiz 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 See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Apr 4, 2022 • 8min
Tuesday, April 5 - Creepy crawlies in flood flush; Litterbugs beware in Wales; Gamers paradise planned for Sydney; and Olivia Rodrigo wins The Grammys.
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 Woolworths Fresh Food Kids Discovery Tours:https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/discover/fresh-food-kids/discoverytours Squiz Kids for Schools: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283 How To Become A Squiz Kids Correspondent: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FH2HA28InnLU6UxE91wrLBAbCMT40Mua/viewSquiz 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 See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Apr 3, 2022 • 9min
Monday, April 4 - Aussies win the World Cup; Liberia’s super-honest taxi driver; rhinos make a comeback in India; and Harry Styles’s jumpsuit.
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 The heartwarming tale of Emmanuel Tuloe: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-60915170 Rhino patrol in Indiahttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-04-03/photos-one-horned-rhinos-india-national-park-kaziranga/100959730 Woolworths Fresh Food Kids Discovery Tours:https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/discover/fresh-food-kids/discoverytours Squiz Kids for Schools: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283 How To Become A Squiz Kids Correspondent: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FH2HA28InnLU6UxE91wrLBAbCMT40Mua/viewSquiz 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 See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mar 31, 2022 • 10min
Friday, April 1 - Ukraine’s president says thank you; the fugitive flamingo from Texas; Pooh bear’s big adventure; and spot the April Fools joke.
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 Pooh’s Big Adventures in Broken Hill: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1575368939343907/user/1153932224 Squiz Kids for Schools: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283 How To Become A Squiz Kids Correspondent: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FH2HA28InnLU6UxE91wrLBAbCMT40Mua/viewSquiz 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 See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mar 30, 2022 • 9min
Thursday, March 31 - Byron and Lismore go under; Pluto’s red snow; Aussies into cricket final; and meet the wolverine fish.
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 A wolverine fish and an eyeless eel: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2022/mar/24/wolverine-fish-with-secret-spikes-is-one-of-212-new-freshwater-species-found-aoe Woolworths Fresh Food Kids Discovery Tours:https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/discover/fresh-food-kids/discoverytours Squiz Kids for Schools: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283 How To Become A Squiz Kids Correspondent: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FH2HA28InnLU6UxE91wrLBAbCMT40Mua/viewSquiz 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 See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mar 29, 2022 • 14min
Wednesday, March 30 - NSW on flood alert; Pompeii’s robot dog; Warnie’s big farewell; Will Smith says sorry; and Squiz E vs the memes.
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 Robot dog Spot’s funky moveshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kHBcVlqpvZ8 Newshounds:Meme misinformation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzXO2GtfXI4 The Teen Fact Checking Network: https://www.poynter.org/news/tfcn/ Woolworths Fresh Food Kids Discovery Tours:https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/discover/fresh-food-kids/discoverytours Squiz Kids for Schools: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283 How To Become A Squiz Kids Correspondent: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FH2HA28InnLU6UxE91wrLBAbCMT40Mua/viewSquiz 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 See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mar 28, 2022 • 10min
Tuesday, March 29 - Hooray, it’s Budget day!; the shark that fell through a roof; a slam dunk for blind basketballer; and the Fresh Prince’s big night at the Oscars.
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 Jules Hoogland’s amazing free throw: https://video.link/w/Kuzid Deaf actor Troy Kotsur’s amazing Oscars acceptance speech:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQWpK1yi3-Y Woolworths Fresh Food Kids Discovery Tours:https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/discover/fresh-food-kids/discoverytours Squiz Kids for Schools: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283 How To Become A Squiz Kids Correspondent: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FH2HA28InnLU6UxE91wrLBAbCMT40Mua/viewSquiz 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 See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mar 27, 2022 • 9min
Monday, March 28 - Buddy’s big weekend; why vampire bats suck blood; the salad-munching astronauts; and why everyone’s talking about Bruno.
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 Buddy’s big momenthttps://www.news.com.au/sport/afl/america-in-awe-of-buddy-franklin-as-afl-star-goes-global/news-story/47cb3dba111bce64c78e58c4b6905af8 Buddy’s big moment in statshttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-03-26/is-lance-franklin-the-greatest-of-all-time-afl-vfl/100919332 Blood-sucking bats: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iLp-ls8AoaUhttps://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/mammals/facts/common-vampire-bat Living on Marshttps://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2021-02-21/mars-a-space-travellers-guide/13160206 Woolworths Fresh Food Kids Discovery Tours:https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/discover/fresh-food-kids/discoverytours Squiz Kids for Schools: https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-for-schools/Squiz Kids Apple Subscriber Content: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283 How To Become A Squiz Kids Correspondent: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FH2HA28InnLU6UxE91wrLBAbCMT40Mua/viewSquiz 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 See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
