

The Week Junior Show
Fun Kids
The Week Junior Show takes you behind the scenes of the award-winning magazine for 8 to 14-year-olds. Each week, Bex from Fun Kids is joined by members of The Week Junior team to discuss their favourite stories, debate the week’s hot topic and discover whether the ‘Real or Rubbish?’ report is fake news or the real deal.
Episodes
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Nov 1, 2024 • 30min
Know your rights and are timed tests fair?
We're going to be talking about children's rights, an inspiring young football player, and a gamer who is helping out hospital patients. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether timed tests are fair on students. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 25, 2024 • 23min
Halloween and robot waiters
We're going to be talking about Halloween, how ants became farmers, and the government's plan to help improve the NHS. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether robot waiters are a good idea.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 18, 2024 • 28min
Hurricane Milton and the best season
We're talking about how communities in the US are recovering from Hurricane Milton, the meaning behind wrinkles on elephant trunks, and a dance company that's opening up the stage for everyone!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 11, 2024 • 24min
Earth's second moon
In this week's episode, we talk about The Wild Robot, how Earth has gained a second moon, and why broccoli might be on the menu at a fish and chip shop. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether kids should learn to grow their own food...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 4, 2024 • 30min
Transformers and the Week Junior Book Awards
This week, we chat the Week Junior Book Awards, sea creatures that work together as a team, and the recent X Games in Japan. We've also got an exclusive interview with the stars of the upcoming film, Transformers One. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 27, 2024 • 23min
2026 Commonwealth Games and skincare for kids
We're going to be talking about dancing apes, some uniquely designed robots, and the hosts for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. We're also going to be having a big debate about children using skin care products.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 20, 2024 • 21min
Sign language and text walking
We're going to be talking about sign language, a young person who volunteers to help others, and a victory for environmental campaigners. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether it should be illegal to text and walk at the same time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 13, 2024 • 22min
AI teachers and funky pizzas
In this episode of the Week Junior show, host Bex is joined by Laura and Eve to discuss various topics, including an inspiring role model, a historic discovery made by two sisters, and the intriguing ways dogs remember their toys. They also engage in a debate about AI teachers!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 6, 2024 • 19min
Ice lollies and nuclear power
Dive into the excitement of Air Ambulance Week and celebrate the impressive performances at the Paralympics. Discover a quirky proposal for teaching science through ice lollies, addressing allergies and budgets. Explore innovative educational methods using temperature concepts and delve into the enchanting story of 'Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody.' Engage with spirited discussions, ranging from the vibrant La Tomatina festival to the complex debate on nuclear power and its environmental impacts. Plus, insights on making science inclusive and fun for kids!

Aug 30, 2024 • 23min
School uniforms and Olympic torches
In this week's episode of TWJS, we're chatting everything back-to-school and whether schools should require uniforms, to the Paralympics opening ceremony. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.