Squiz Kids

Latest Episodes:

Wednesday, February 26: Oil company drops drilling plans; baboons run amok in Sydney; record Everest attempt; and Lizzo takes a bow. Feb 25, 2020

Show notes

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.

Tuesday, February 25: China's coronavirus admission; Jupiter's secrets unveiled; camels go downtown; and BTS mania strikes again. Feb 24, 2020

Show notes

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:

Jupiter photos:

https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/juno/images/index.html

South Dakota basketballers:

https://twitter.com/GoJacksWBB/status/1230645047722414081?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1230645047722414081&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2F2020%2F02%2F22%2Fus%2Fsouth-dakota-state-basketball-women-half-court-shots-trnd%2Findex.html

‘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.

Monday, February 24: Prince Harry walks away; a bear in Los Angeles; bullies given the punt at the footy; and Baby Yoda - the talking doll. Feb 23, 2020

Show notes

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:

Bear meets dog

https://www.bbc.com/news/video_and_audio/headlines/51597065/wild-bear-roams-streets-of-california-neighbourhood

Baby Yoda toy:

https://youtu.be/SBgosi7qLqs

‘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.

Friday, February 21: Battle of the billionaires; India's village of the twins; Aussies kick-off cricket World Cup; and the world's first singing taco Feb 20, 2020

Show notes

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:

What’s Up Fox:

Reading: Wonder, by RJ Palacio: https://wonderthebook.com/books/wonder

Listening: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7Upzs9x4nY

Watching: Youngblood: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jh7SRhvPav0

‘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.

Thursday, February 20: Space tourism has lift off!; a medical miracle in London; the new breed of flying yachts; and the puppy-pigeon combo breaking the internet. Feb 19, 2020

Show notes

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:

America’s Cup flying yachts:

https://edition.cnn.com/2019/12/23/sport/americas-cup-sailing-new-boats-team-new-zealand-american-magic-ineos-team-uk-luna-rossa-spt-intl/index.html

Puppy and pigeon:

https://edition.cnn.com/2020/02/18/us/puppy-pigeon-friendship-trnd/index.html

‘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.

Wednesday, February 19: Survival in the Aussie jungle; a ghost ship drifts ashore; Gymnast named Sportswoman of the Year; and Sonic breaks a new record Feb 18, 2020

Show notes

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:

Ghost ship:

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/feb/17/ghost-ship-mv-alta-washes-ashore-ireland-year-sea-storm-dennis?utm_term=RWRpdG9yaWFsX0d1YXJkaWFuVG9kYXlBVVMtMjAwMjE4&utm_source=esp&utm_medium=Email&CMP=GTAU_email&utm_campaign=GuardianTodayAUS

‘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.

Tuesday, February 18: Holden drives off into the sunset; cruise ship rescue flight; an Aussie world snowboarding champ; and Fortnite goes 80s Feb 17, 2020

Show notes

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/.

‘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.

Monday, February 17: Evacuating cruise ship Aussies; Asteroid ahoy!; Cowboys are crowned kings; and the Aussie Elsa in Frozen. Feb 16, 2020

Show notes

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/.

‘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.

Friday, February 14: Cyclone lashes Lord Howe Island; the great spit experiment; Disney's Zombies are back; and Finley the wonder dog Feb 13, 2020

Show notes

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:

Finley the wonder dog:

https://www.instagram.com/finnyboymolloy/

What’s Up Fox:

Reading:

Skullduggery Pleasant

https://www.skulduggerypleasant.co.uk/

Listening:

Dua Lipa

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

Watching:

Mr Beast

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX6OQ3DkcsbYNE6H8uQQuVA

‘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.

Thursday, February 13: Closing the gap for indigenous kids; big storms are back; Daniel the golden retriever; and Sonic races into town Feb 12, 2020

Show notes

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:

Westminster Dog Show - Gallery:

https://www.theguardian.com/sport/gallery/2020/feb/11/2020-westminster-dog-show-in-pictures

Howie The Floppy-Jowled Spaniel:

https://twitter.com/FOXSports/status/1227398075225968640

‘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.