

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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Aug 16, 2020 • 8min
Monday August 17 - Puppy adoptions skyrocket; oil spill ship splits in two; Aussie breaks English Channel swim record; and the search for UFOs.
Squiz Kids is a free daily news podcast just for kids. A short weekday podcast, created here in Australia, that gives kids (and their adults) the rundown on the big news stories, 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. LINKSMauritius oil spillhttps://www.theguardian.com/environment/gallery/2020/aug/10/emergency-in-mauritius-after-oil-spill-in-picturesGot a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thsquiz.com.auSquiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aug 13, 2020 • 10min
Friday, August 14 - The day Australia changed; Beirut’s big heart; Melbourne’s library of love; and a school teacher debuts for the West Coast Eagles.
Squiz Kids is a free daily news podcast just for kids. A short weekday podcast, created here in Australia, that gives kids (and their adults) the rundown on the big news stories, 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. LINKS What’s Up Fox?Reading: The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4a4R6shkRcMListening: Icy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6LA4dIT7AOIWatching: Quarantine Stereotypes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZUKSxE2UZgGot a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thsquiz.com.auSquiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aug 12, 2020 • 8min
Thursday, August 13 - Russia’s vaccine under a cloud; rise of the robotaxi; meet the megamouth shark; and babies for Bindi and Ed.
Squiz Kids is a free daily news podcast just for kids. A short weekday podcast, created here in Australia, that gives kids (and their adults) the rundown on the big news stories, 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. LINKS Megamouth sharkhttps://edition.cnn.com/2020/08/11/us/megamouth-shark-smithsonian-trnd-scn/index.html Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thsquiz.com.auSquiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aug 11, 2020 • 8min
Wednesday, August 12 - Rivers in the sky above Oz; Germany’s lion pooh flash sale; the dwarf planet ocean world; and the Queen’s favourite film.
Squiz Kids is a free daily news podcast just for kids. A short weekday podcast, created here in Australia, that gives kids (and their adults) the rundown on the big news stories, 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. LINKS ET - movie trailerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYAETtIIClk Twins react to Phil Collins:https://celebrity.nine.com.au/music/phil-collins-twins-reaction-video-in-the-air-tonight-hit-sales/8734b3b8-d9ef-40d6-90e5-a5f87e0093e3 World Elephant Dayhttps://worldelephantday.org/ Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thsquiz.com.auSquiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aug 10, 2020 • 9min
Tuesday August 11 - Hero sailor gets top honour; Oil spill threatens coral reef; the 23 year old golf sensation; and Ninja Warrior crowned.
Squiz Kids is a free daily news podcast just for kids. A short weekday podcast, created here in Australia, that gives kids (and their adults) the rundown on the big news stories, 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. Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thsquiz.com.auSquiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aug 9, 2020 • 9min
Monday, August 10 - Biden’s bolt for the Presidency; Germany’s naked boar run; the three-legged elephant ; and why we all need to dance more.
Squiz Kids is a free daily news podcast just for kids. A short weekday podcast, created here in Australia, that gives kids (and their adults) the rundown on the big news stories, 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. LINKS Elephant doctor:https://edition.cnn.com/videos/great-big-story/2020/08/07/great-big-story-elephant-prosthetic-leg-hospital-doctor-gbs.great-big-story Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thsquiz.com.auSquiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aug 7, 2020 • 11min
Turia Pitt - Squiz Kids Q&A
A kids' only Q+A session with one of Australia's most amazing women - the remarkable Turia Pitt.Squiz Kids is a free daily news podcast just for kids. A short weekday podcast, created here in Australia, that gives kids (and their adults) the rundown on the big news stories, 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.Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. LINKS:Kids Helpline: https://kidshelpline.com.au/Phone: 1800 55 1800Turia Pitt website: www.turiapitt.com See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aug 6, 2020 • 11min
Friday, August 7 - Cyber-cops on the internet beat; penguin pooh discovery; one-armed golfing champ; and eagle chick internet stars.
Squiz Kids is a free daily news podcast just for kids. A short weekday podcast, created here in Australia, that gives kids (and their adults) the rundown on the big news stories, 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. LINKS Kendall: one-armed golf sensation:https://edition.cnn.com/2020/08/01/golf/kendall-kemm-one-arm-golf-swing-nick-faldo-phil-mickelson-spt-intl/index.html Sea Eagle cam:https://youtu.be/O-JqO26QJ7w What’s Up Fox?Reading: Nim’s Island: https://www.wendyorr.com/book/nims-island/Listening: What’s Up Danger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y88LVU7MAe4Watching: World’s Longest Trick Shot: https://youtu.be/ORKJ7MNgZRYDancing llama:https://www.tiktok.com/@yos_uwu/video/6851604133032496389 Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thsquiz.com.auSquiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aug 5, 2020 • 9min
Thursday, August 6 - Wild weather ahoy; Taiwan’s plane ride to nowhere; Roger Federer’s rooftop surprise; and the dancing llama craze.
Squiz Kids is a free daily news podcast just for kids. A short weekday podcast, created here in Australia, that gives kids (and their adults) the rundown on the big news stories, 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. LINKS Snow in Melbournehttps://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2020/aug/05/snow-falls-in-melbourne-victoria-and-tasmania-as-icy-weather-blows-in Roger Federer’s rooftop surprisehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxJ4Z56mglM Dancing llamahttps://www.tiktok.com/@yos_uwu/video/6851604133032496389 Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thsquiz.com.auSquiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aug 4, 2020 • 9min
Wednesday, August 5 - Trump takes on TikTok; SOS saves stranded sailors; attack of the zombie cicadas; and Sky Brown, skating legend.
Squiz Kids is a free daily news podcast just for kids. A short weekday podcast, created here in Australia, that gives kids (and their adults) the rundown on the big news stories, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour. ‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Kids Parent) This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thsquiz.com.auSquiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.


