The Ten News, News For Curious Kids
Small But Mighty Media
Interested in what's going on around you? 🤔 The Ten News podcast is a bite-sized podcast for kids and their adults that explains what’s going on in the world. 🌎 Each episode explores topics kids care about most including events, sports, science, gaming, pop culture, entertainment, and more! 🗞️ The Ten News also features some pretty awesome guests; LEGO Masters Judge Amy Corbett, America’s top doctor Dr. Anthony Fauci, Sarah Natochenny, the voice of Ash Ketchum for Pokemon fans, and many more. 🤩 It’s a great way for you and your family to stay connected with what’s going on in the world. 😊 The Ten News is also a Common Sense Media Selection as a great podcast for kids!
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Jan 5, 2026 • 7min
Ten News Special Report: What’s Going On With Venezuela?
The country of Venezuela has been making headlines, but what’s actually happening, and why does it matter beyond its borders?
In this Ten News Special Report, we break down the big questions: 🗞️ What’s going on in Venezuela? 🇺🇸 How is the U.S. involved? 👩🏽⚖️ Is what's happening legal? 🤔 And, what could happen next?
Dec 31, 2025 • 5min
Re-air: The Ten News Explains Minecraft to Grown Ups 🤔
Are you curious about the game Minecraft? 🎮 Do you play it and wish more grown ups understood what it was? 🎤 Well, our Ten News kid correspondent Everett joins Head Writer Ryan Willard to break it down. 🎧 Listen in as The Ten News Explains Minecraft to Grown Ups.Want more of The Ten News? Check out our website and follow us on social.
Dec 26, 2025 • 20min
Re-air: Level Up Your Holidays: A Video Game Deep Dive
🎄Join Ryan, Everett, and Pam in this year's Ten News Holiday Deep Dive!🎮 They dive into their favorite video games and share listener favorites.⭐️ Plus, a Nintendo Surprise!Help support the show and donate todaySay hello at 1-877-TEN-NEWS or email us at hello@thetennews.comFollow us at @thetennewsSign up for our newsletter!Looking for resources on past topics. Check out our site here.
Dec 19, 2025 • 16min
A Ten'er Takeover: The Kid's Choice Episode
It’s time for a Ten’er Takeover! An extra-special episode powered by our listeners and their favorite topics. 💙
Up first, we’re celebrating the life of Claude, the legendary albino alligator from San Francisco who was loved by countless fans. 🐊
Then, we’re blasting off into out-of-this-world space news from launch missions to the discovery of space gum! 🚀
Plus, we’re highlighting some of this year’s top indie games, big video games made by small but mighty creators.🕹️
And if you’re a Lord of the Rings fan, today’s trivia is just for you! 🍿
Special thanks to Sadie, Maddy, Sasha, Everett, and Zach for helping with this episode!
Dec 18, 2025 • 18min
2025’s Big Moments & a Ten News-Approved Gift Guide
Big Moments & Gifting with The Ten News
1. AI's Big Debut 🤖
2. The Love Story of the Century 💍
3. A New Leader of the Roman Catholic Church ⛪️
4. Big Records Broken 🤯
5. A Small Pup & Big Buddy 🐾
6. A Throwback Figurine 🕹️
7. A Nintendo Video Game 🎮
8. Your Own Music Lab 🎧
9. Awesome Anime 😁
10. Owen's draw in the Secret Friend Gift Exchange? 🤔
Check out the domino tower here!
Dec 11, 2025 • 15min
Animals in the News, Media Madness, and Dino Discoveries
10 Things You Need to Know
1. America's Favorite Albino Alligator ❤️
2. A Retriever Rescue 🛟
3. Swimming & Scrolling 🤦🏼♀️
4. Teens Tuning Out the News 📉
5. New York Times vs. the Pentagon 🗞️
6. GameStop's Big Trade-in 💸
7. Dinousaur Discovery 👣
8. Geminid Meteor Shower 💫
9. Behind the Black Death 💀
10. Spotify Wrapped is Back 🎧
Dec 4, 2025 • 15min
Cat Lover's Month, Snowstorm Slam, and a Super(man) Surprise
10 Things You Need to Know
1. National Cat Lover's Month 😻
2. World Wildlife Conservation Day 🌎
3. Pairing Up for Philanthropy 🫶
4. The Town Behind Stranger Things 📍
5. Big Box Office Weekend 🍿
6. 2025 Word of the Year 📖
7. A Million Dollar Makeover 🏈
8. Wild Winter Weather 🌨️
9. The World's Largest City 🏙️
10. Superman Comic = 🤑
Nov 27, 2025 • 15min
Re-air: The Ten News Thanksgiving Special 🦃
Happy Thanksgiving Ten'ers! Enjoy this episode from The Ten News vault.📣 A Ten News shoutout to Midland Elementary School🤧 Learn about food allergies with Nature Nerd's Laine Farber🍗 Find out the team's favorite holiday foods and traditions at The Ten News Thanksgiving Feast🦃 Trivia with Tessa: do you know which two senses are stronger in turkeys than humans?
Nov 21, 2025 • 17min
The Greatness Behind Giving Tuesday
It's almost turkey time... then holiday shopping time... THEN Giving Tuesday! Tune in to learn about the mission behind Giving Tuesday, and how you can get involved on December 2, 2025 💙
Special guest Susan McPherson, founder & CEO of McPherson Strategies, joins us to share how she helped bring Giving Tuesday to life. 💌
Plus, meet five incredible kids making big impacts in their communities 👏
And wait until you hear how much was donated on Giving Tuesday in 2024... 🤯
Find out more about Giving Tuesday here.
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Nov 20, 2025 • 16min
Native American Heritage Month, Turkey Day Traditions, and a Final Cent-off
10 Things You Need to Know
1. Native American Heritage Month 🧡
2. The Final Cent-off 🪙
3. MLB MVPs ⚾️
4. The Oldst Ironwoman Finisher 💪
5. Doritos & Cheetos New Look 😋
6. Wild Wildlife News 🦭🐳
7. World's Largest Web 🕷️
8. ISS Celebrates 25 Years 👨🚀
9. A Turkey Day Dinner Like No Other 📱
10. The 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Parade 🥳
