The Week Junior Show

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Jul 25, 2025 • 31min

Dragonflies and pool etiquette

In a week where the Tall Ships Races took place in Aberdeen and Island Games in Orkney drew to a close, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories that inspired The Week Junior team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 18, 2025 • 28min

Sandwiches made from fruit

In a week where the Wimbledon tennis championships came to an end and the UK and France agreed a new boats plan, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories that inspired The Week Junior team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 11, 2025 • 32min

500th ISSUE SPECIAL: Tips on staying cool and should summer be shorter?

In a week where experts revealed an ancient study in Peru and Texas in the US experienced flash floods, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories, events and people that inspired The Week Junior team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 4, 2025 • 30min

Sheep on homes and should we stop flying?

In a week where Beamish museum won the Museum of the Year Award and a DR Congo peace deal was agreed, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories, events and people that inspired The Week Junior team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jun 27, 2025 • 37min

Chocolate handbags and flea treatments for pets

In a week where world leaders met for a NATO summit in the Netherlands and a volcanic eruption in Indonesia disrupted flights, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories, events and people that inspired The Week Junior team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jun 20, 2025 • 31min

A perfume garden and a police officer's lost hat

In a week where protests against tourism took place in Europe, and a collection of gold coins in France sold for a fortune, find out the other stories, events and people that inspired The Week Junior team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jun 13, 2025 • 35min

How To Train Your Dragon and an incredible spelling bee

In a week where the UK government announced that 500,000 extra pupils in England would get free school meals and the World Crazy Golf Championships took place, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories, events and people that inspired The Week Junior team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jun 6, 2025 • 31min

Taylor Swift and making shops responsible for recycling

This week dives into the themes of childhood play and its significance in development, while also celebrating nostalgic games. Taylor Swift's reclaiming her music rights sparks lively debates and laughter, paired with discussions about the quirky speed of ducks. The team tackles the crucial issue of fast fashion, questioning retail responsibility in recycling, and invites listeners to join the conversation. Plus, there's excitement around the third Week Junior Book Awards and a chance for listeners to win a book!
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May 30, 2025 • 34min

Wild camping and SUVs

A Supreme Court ruling means wild camping is once again allowed on Dartmoor and Kaye shares a heartwarming story from a donkey sanctuary in Ethiopia providing free treatment to hard-working animals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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May 27, 2025 • 31min

Trade deals and bluebells

In a week where Romania chose a new president and the new Lilo & Stitch film landed in cinemas, the team behind The Week Junior discuss some of the other stories, events and people that inspired them this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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