Squiz Kids

Latest Episodes:

Wednesday, June 3: Here comes the snow!; Sheffield's amazing marathon kid; kick-off time for soccer kids; and Rosie does lemonade scones. Jun 02, 2020

Show notes

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 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.

Tuesday, June 2: Protests flare in the US; the Queen hops on a pony; Jamaican bobsledders return; and beware the Lego bin chicken. Jun 01, 2020

Show notes

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

Lego bin chicken

http://www.wallercustoms.com/the-bin-chickens

‘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.

Monday, 1 June: SpaceX's date with the space station; dinosaur cannibals revealed; Super Netball is back!; and no screaming on rollercoasters. May 31, 2020

Show notes

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

Space X Live Link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bIZsnKGV8TE#action=share

‘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.

Friday, 29 May: Why SpaceX didn't have lift off; Washington's beach-loving wolverine; cardboard fans for footy; and parent controls for Xbox. May 28, 2020

Show notes

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

What’s Up Fox:

Reading: http://www.suzannecollinsbooks.com/

Listening: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IWxwbyDIws

Watching: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2YjO8-MLCnU

‘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.

Thursday, 28 May: New Zealand here we come!; the world's toughest cuckoo; JK Rowling's free new book; and Hallelujah, the footy's back! May 27, 2020

Show notes

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

Giant kookaburra

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=external&v=250728459513145

Onon the cuckoo’s marathon flight

https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-52815286

J.K Rowling’s The Ickabog:

https://www.theickabog.com/

‘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.

Wednesday, 27 May: Black cocky bushfire comeback; Jumbo jet rocket fail; Mt Isa's virtual rodeo; and Dance Monkey does it again. May 26, 2020

Show notes

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/.

‘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.

Tuesday, 26 May: Countdown to historic space launch; South Africa's pygmy seahorse; Dog sled champ stranded; and Japan's gaming granny. May 25, 2020

Show notes

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:

Chimney collapse:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCA8w35zQvM

‘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.

Monday, 25 May: Time capsule call-out; School's back!; India's lionhearted daughter; and Ariana and Lady Gaga team up. May 24, 2020

Show notes

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:

Dear Australia

https://auspost.com.au/dear-australia

Piano man

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=320754852245793

‘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.

Friday May 22: Titanic salvage mission; birth of a baby planet; kids footy training is back on; and Minecraft hits the dungeon. May 21, 2020

Show notes

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:

What’s Up Fox?:

Reading: https://www.worldofdavidwalliams.com/book/awful-auntie/

Listening: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfZrBPiwlR8

Watching: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ-YJstgVdAiCT52TiBWDbg

‘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.

Thursday, May 21: The Great Aussie Border Stoush; the goal saving cat; Cricket's spit debate heats up; and Aussie star says bye-bye Batwoman. May 20, 2020

Show notes

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:

Goal saving cat:

https://twitter.com/chrismd10/status/1262431963371225091

Babysitters Club trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6G9BoFUqMrs

‘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.