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.
Episodes
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Mar 9, 2020 • 8min
Tuesday, March 10: The plan to stop farting cows; the pig that burned down the farm; the world's youngest Olympian; and a half-million dollar Playstation.
Got a birthday coming up or a special school event 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: The Loo Paper Express:https://www.facebook.com/abcinsydney/photos/a.364968469014/10158363416509015/?type=3&theater 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 kids supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mar 8, 2020 • 8min
Monday, March 9: Aussie cricketers are world champs; Yoshi the super turtle; Matildas beat Vietnam; and the rise of the female superhero.
Got a birthday coming up or a special school event 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 kids supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mar 5, 2020 • 8min
Friday, March 6: Calling all astronauts!; the big wet hits the outback; Aussies into the cricket final; and bye-bye singing taco.
Got a birthday coming up or a special school event 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: Riley’s mud bath:https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-03-05/eulo-rain/12028654Singing Taco: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sce1IJDfQxUWhat’s Up Fox: Reading: The Hobbit - JRR TolkienListening: 6 Months by John K https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BIJFhBjt3mcWatching: Nailed Ithttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pb7CBZ952zsSquiz 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 kids supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mar 4, 2020 • 8min
Thursday, March 5: The great toot paper crisis; New Zealand's brainy birds; the Matildas do-or-die clash; and Fortnite has a farmer.
Got a birthday coming up or a special school event 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 kids supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mar 3, 2020 • 8min
Wednesday, March 4: Super Tuesday explained; Apple's in trouble; Aussie basketball's Olympic hopes; and the kid making reading cool.
Got a birthday coming up or a special school event 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: Callum’s cool book-reviewing Instagram account:https://www.instagram.com/cals_book_account/?utm_source=ig_embedSquiz 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 kids supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mar 2, 2020 • 8min
Tuesday, March 3: It's getting hot in here; the 3D-printed steak revolution; Aussies in cricket semi-final; and John Cena's small-man moment.
Got a birthday coming up or a special school event 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:John Cena meets Tacko Fall:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhFUOiVM-oM&feature=youtu.beTacko’s swimming lesson:https://twitter.com/nicolecyang/status/1234190397221560320Squiz 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 kids supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mar 1, 2020 • 7min
Monday, March 2: Olympic drug cheat busted; Tonga's super sportsman; rugby league goes back to the 90s; and Taylor Swift is a man.
Got a birthday coming up or a special school event 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 kids supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Feb 27, 2020 • 8min
Friday, February 28: Free chips for leap year; Siberia's ancient pooh worms; our cricket teams triumph; and Bluey's new neighbours.
Got a birthday coming up or a special school event 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:Disney’s Arandelle first look: https://edition.cnn.com/travel/article/disneyland-paris-frozen-land-arendelle/index.htmlWhat’s Up Fox:Reading: The HobbitListening: Glitter by Benee https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3gmU0GOTXIWatching: Reece dapping: https://www.instagram.com/tv/B89QV6kg1aM/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkSquiz 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 kids supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Feb 26, 2020 • 7min
Thursday, February 27: Girls win NAPLAN; bunks on a plane; the world's coolest desert wave; and Bieber makes history.
Got a birthday coming up or a special school event 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:Bieber’s Toddlerography:https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1858917814241649Squiz 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 kids supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Feb 25, 2020 • 7min
Wednesday, February 26: Oil company drops drilling plans; baboons run amok in Sydney; record Everest attempt; and Lizzo takes a bow.
Got a birthday coming up or a special school event 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 kids supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
