Newsicle: Smart News for Curious Kids

Welcome to Newsicle, a kid-friendly, daily podcast covering the most important daily news topics. Each episode brings kids the latest and greatest in news, science, culture, and everyday life—explained clearly, fairly, and in a way that’s fun to listen to. Hosted by Lily H, Newsicle keeps young minds informed, inspired, and ready to think for themselves. Smart news for curious kids—only on Newsicle!

Latest Episodes:

Newsicle: May 5, 2026 (Episode #102) May 04, 2026

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Massive sea lion makes waves in California, filmmaker’s Oscar goes missing on flight, and the historic victory behind Cinco de Mayo!

Newsicle: May 4, 2026 (Episode #101) May 03, 2026

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U.S. pulls 5,000 troops from Germany, Spirit Airlines shuts down, and Build-A-Bear issues product recall!

Newsicle: May 1, 2026 (Episode #100) May 01, 2026

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U.S. Department of Homeland Security shutdown ends, oil prices hit a high, French bus drives into River Seine…and a special surprise for our 100th episode!

Newsicle: April 30, 2026 (Episode #99) Apr 30, 2026

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Dramatic rescue sends Timmy the Whale back home, red carpets roll out in U.S. for British royals, and world’s oldest penguin celebrates 38th birthday!

Newsicle: April 29, 2026 (Episode #98) Apr 29, 2026

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Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO face off in court, scientists confirm birds are living dinosaurs, and flying taxis launch in New York City!

Newsicle: April 28, 2026 (Episode #97) Apr 28, 2026

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New evidence shows early humans were skilled hunters, Taylor Swift fights AI over voice and image, and New York City trades late nights for early dinners!

Newsicle: April 27, 2026 (Episode #96) Apr 27, 2026

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British royals make United States visit, two runners break marathon’s two-hour barrier, and rare 1600s navigation device heads to auction!

Newsicle: April 24, 2026 (Episode #95) Apr 24, 2026

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Ping pong robot beats top human players, giant whale gatherings stun scientists, and Nutella launches first new flavor in 60 years!

Newsicle: April 23, 2026 (Episode #94) Apr 23, 2026

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Super AI exposes thousands of hidden flaws, historic “Earthset” filmed from Artemis II, and bizarre LEGO theft scheme uncovered!

Newsicle: April 22, 2026 (Episode #93) Apr 22, 2026

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LA schools rethink student screen time, why fruit peels should not be wasted, and non-profit donates 25,000 books to children in need!