

KidNuz: News for Kids
Starglow Media
KidNuz: Kids deserve a daily newscast all their own. Kickstart their morning with 7 minutes of timely, unbiased, and age-appropriate stories from politics, entertainment, science, health, and sports. Professionally written, professionally delivered by 4 Emmy-winning journalists who also happen to be moms. Listen in five days a week, starting at 7 am.
Episodes
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Mar 4, 2026 • 9min
03.04.2026
Priceless founding documents travel the country aboard a special plane. A study finds teens are getting far less sleep than recommended. A young athlete embraces life with a stutter after online trolls. A 17-foot Triceratops skeleton heads to auction with hopes it returns to a museum. A fast-food chain pilots an AI drive-thru that listens for polite phrases.

Mar 3, 2026 • 9min
03.03.2026
Coverage of how strikes near key shipping lanes could push gas prices up. Tributes and a look back at the life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson. Dramatic weather shifts from blizzard conditions to an early heat surge. A total lunar eclipse that turns the moon red. Wildlife conservation highlights and a remarkable dog rescue after weeks in a blizzard.

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Mar 2, 2026 • 10min
03.02.2026
PJ Purge, Artemis Overhaul, Iran Strikes, Weird Whinny, YouTube First & Big Bang Benevolence!
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Feb 27, 2026 • 9min
02.27.2026
A rescued toucan found in a garage gets care after a daring capture. Rising daily use of AI at work and which jobs see it most. Tours paused as seal pups test positive for bird flu. Nike is developing app-controlled bionic shoes for everyday athletes. Scientists explain why sneakers squeak on the court. Fourth graders cheer with a high school team.

Feb 26, 2026 • 10min
02.26.2026
A baby monkey bonding story and how it found new monkey friends. Discovery of a massive 360-foot coral colony on the Great Barrier Reef. A 23-foot snowman becoming a local sensation. A list of diverse Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees. Return of hundreds of captive-bred giant tortoises to the Galapagos. A viral double chocolate mint sundae craze at Costco.

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Feb 25, 2026 • 10min
02.25.2026
A rare six-planet parade lights the western sky and tips for spotting it. A major newspaper misses a print day after a blizzard. Viewership spikes at the Winter Olympics and why time zones matter. Yosemite’s brief ‘firefall’ optical trick steals the show. NASA delays a moon rocket for repairs. Scientists test a tiny wearable that detects stomach gases.

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Feb 24, 2026 • 9min
02.24.2026
They preview the upcoming State of the Union and talk about presidential invitation traditions. A massive Northeast blizzard and its travel and power impacts get coverage. A serious sports injury and recovery timeline are described. They mark four years since the Ukraine invasion and updates on stalled peace talks. Brazil satellite data shows the Amazon slowing its deforestation. Olympic celebration sparks music and ice cream buzz.

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Feb 23, 2026 • 10min
02.23.2026
A massive blizzard snarls travel from NYC to Boston with heavy snow and high winds. Flights are canceled and hockey teams face layovers as Milan medal plans shift. NASA delays a rocket launch after a helium problem. Scientists spot a deep Antarctic sleeper shark and discover a new spinosaurus species with a distinctive skull horn.

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Feb 20, 2026 • 9min
02.20.2026
A comeback skater wins U.S. gold after quitting and returning for joy and artistry. A wolfdog sprints onto a cross-country course and finishes the race in a photo-finish moment. A professional football team is listed for sale with multibillion-dollar estimates. A tech CEO testifies about social media and kids. A family questions recipe changes in a popular candy.

Feb 19, 2026 • 10min
02.19.2026
Olympic slalom gold and a 12-year comeback are celebrated. Siblings steal the sports spotlight with big hockey and basketball moments. A baby elephant gets a meaningful public name and fundraising boost. A court lets 'boneless wings' stay on menus as a marketing term. Hotels rethink free breakfast offerings. Llamas help circle and catch a suspect.


