

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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May 4, 2020 • 8min
Tuesday, May 5: School's back (sort of); Spain's goldfish on a leash; the backyard pole-vaulting champs; and Ariana and the Beebs want you!
Got a birthday coming up for which you want a shout out? Maybe there’s a news story you want Squiz Kids to cover? Get in touch at https://www.squizkids.com.au/contact/. LINKS:SQUIZ KIDS SURVEY LINK:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SquizKids Goldfish news: https://nypost.com/2020/04/26/man-busted-in-spain-for-taking-goldfish-for-a-walk-during-lockdown/Pole vault garden champs:https://www.bbc.com/sport/athletics/52523592Justin Bieber + Ariana Grande song:https://www.instagram.com/p/B_qIxuGl73S/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 morning 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. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

May 3, 2020 • 7min
Monday, May 4: New rules for kids' sport; Great White sharks go missing; Storm and Warriors ready to rumble; and it's Star Wars day.
Got a birthday coming up for which you want a shout out? Maybe there’s a news story you want Squiz Kids to cover? Get in touch at https://www.squizkids.com.au/contact/. LINKS:Sports List:https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-05-02/resumption-of-sport-post-coronavirus/12208636?nw=0Star Wars merchandise mania:https://www.cnet.com/news/a-galaxy-of-star-wars-goods-to-bring-you-may-the-4th-quarantine-cheer/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 morning 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. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apr 30, 2020 • 8min
Friday, May 1: Dolphins take Turkey; Kiwis run out of chicken; footy players push back; and Fortnite lays down its weapons.
Got a birthday coming up for which you want a shout out? Maybe there’s a news story you want Squiz Kids to cover? Get in touch at https://www.squizkids.com.au/contact/. LINKS:Dolphins in the Bosphorus: https://www.euronews.com/2020/04/26/dolphins-take-advantage-of-turkey-s-lockdown-to-explore-istanbul-s-bosphorusWhat’s Up Fox:Reading: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/book-reviews/fuzzy-mudListening: In Your Eyes - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O6xNEy1e_S0Watching: Mind Warehouse: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYenDLnIHsoqQ6smwKXQ7HgSquiz 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 morning 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. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apr 29, 2020 • 8min
Thursday, April 30: Kids' sport on PM's agenda; French told to eat more cheese; AFLW's best and fairest; and Drake's big bed.
Got a birthday coming up for which you want a shout out? Maybe there’s a news story you want Squiz Kids to cover? Get in touch at https://www.squizkids.com.au/contact/. LINKS:Rosie’s Recipes: https://www.squizkids.com.au/rosies-recipes/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 morning 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. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apr 28, 2020 • 7min
Wednesday, April 29: Secret UFO videos released; Dutch kids sail the Atlantic; golf's Mr Nice Guy; and the Guide Dog puppy house party.
Got a birthday coming up for which you want a shout out? Maybe there’s a news story you want Squiz Kids to cover? Get in touch at https://www.squizkids.com.au/contact/. LINKS:UFO videos: https://edition.cnn.com/2020/04/27/politics/pentagon-ufo-videos/index.htmlGuide Dog Video Chat:https://www.facebook.com/events/2377713415854113/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 morning 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. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apr 27, 2020 • 8min
Tuesday, April 28: Baked bean bonanza; world's biggest iceberg; Adelaide's newest footy frenzy; and Minecraft for millionaires.
Got a birthday coming up for which you want a shout out? Maybe there’s a news story you want Squiz Kids to cover? Get in touch at https://www.squizkids.com.au/contact/. LINKS:Minecraft city: https://varunabuilds.com/city-of-orarioSquiz Kids is a 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 morning 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. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apr 26, 2020 • 7min
Monday, April 27: The mystery of Kim Jong-Un; Mars here we come!; Aussie teen tipped for NBA glory; and Batman returns.
Got a birthday coming up for which you want a shout out? Maybe there’s a news story you want Squiz Kids to cover? Get in touch at https://www.squizkids.com.au/contact/. Squiz Kids is a 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 morning 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. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apr 23, 2020 • 9min
Friday, April 24: Lighting up the dawn; Harry Potter's snake namesake; AFL season here we come; and a real-life Mario Kart.
Got a birthday coming up for which you want a shout out? Maybe there’s a news story you want Squiz Kids to cover? Get in touch at https://www.squizkids.com.au/contact/. LINKS:Slytherin snake:https://edition.cnn.com/2020/04/21/world/salazar-slytherin-pit-viper-trnd/index.htmlMario Kart main street:https://www.facebook.com/ABCemergency/videos/vb.354115391435898/187641582209254/?type=2&theaterWhat’s Up Fox:Reading: Trials of Apollo: The Burning Maze: http://rickriordan.com/book/the-burning-maze/Listening: Hoops - The Rubens: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFBe_wP2_gwWatching: Slogo: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHdMK5Ef2El8KbD3L_WgANgSquiz Kids is a 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 morning 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. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apr 22, 2020 • 7min
Thursday, April 23: Record toot paper sales; Antarctica's most famous shipwreck; the NRL is back!; and Van Gogh in your living room.
Got a birthday coming up for which you want a shout out? Maybe there’s a news story you want Squiz Kids to cover? Get in touch at https://www.squizkids.com.au/contact/. LINKS:Life imitates art:https://www.smh.com.au/culture/art-and-design/an-egg-a-pringle-some-lego-aussies-attempt-diy-art-masterpieces-20200421-p54lu0.htmlSquiz Kids is a 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 morning 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. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apr 21, 2020 • 8min
Wednesday, April 22: Petrol bowser bonanza; kangaroos in Adelaide; the coolest photos of outer space; and colouring in the COVID..
Got a birthday coming up for which you want a shout out? Maybe there’s a news story you want Squiz Kids to cover? Get in touch at https://www.squizkids.com.au/contact/. LINKS:Roo hops in Adelaide:https://twitter.com/SAPoliceNews/status/1251721467189813250Lexi’s Covid Colour Challengehttps://www.instagram.com/lex_loves_/?utm_source=ig_embedRosie’s Recipes - Nut-Free Honey Jumbleshttps://www.kidspot.com.au/kitchen/recipes/honey-jumble-biscuits-recipe/fyo0rsxzSquiz Kids is a 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 morning 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. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.


