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S2 Ep 295Tuesday, April 27 - Pop-It shortages and Perth lockdowns; Burkina Faso’s malaria breakthrough; Sydney’s netball triumph; and Soul wins the Oscar.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apr 26, 202110 min

S2 Ep 294Friday, April 23 - Net-zero emissions explained; Jogger takes on grizzly in Wyoming; Oxygen on Mars; and who wants a robo-pizza?

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Climate change basics video https://www.bbc.com/news/av/science-environment-52926683 Bear video https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/apr/21/wyoming-jogger-bear-face-off Squiz Kids Q+A with Mars scientist, Professor David Flannery https://www.squizkids.com.au/squiz-kids-specials/squiz-kids-qa-professor-david-flannery/ Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. The Fox’s Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Y8yJprftjmzIosbZ8pZGh?si=a4aVF8R5Sc2jyOy1wlN_2Q See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apr 22, 20219 min

S2 Ep 293Thursday, April 22 - Black Lives Matter verdict delivered; Chile’s mystery dinosaur; football’s big Super League backflip; and Big Bird is back!

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Chile’s new dinosaur https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-04-21/scientists-chile-dinosaur-worlds-driest-desert/100083924 Earth Day https://www.earthday.org/?gclid=CjwKCAjwmv-DBhAMEiwA7xYrd9LM_ZhjPuy7uCaOs7INxQQCrdqAzRLxINaqodIZAZyGQRmdJfvFHBoCf4gQAvD_BwE Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apr 21, 20219 min

S2 Ep 292Wednesday, April 21 - April snows down south; Britain’s garden gnome crisis; Ingenuity takes flight; and Marvel’s first Asian superhero.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Ingenuity the helicopter takes flight https://mars.nasa.gov/resources/25828/first-video-of-nasas-ingenuity-mars-helicopter-in-flight/ Shang Chi trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giWIr7U1deA Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apr 20, 20219 min

S2 Ep 291Tuesday, April 20 - Whale watching season begins; dust off your passports, travel bubbles are here; a new Aussie high jump star; and Big Bird and big rabbit go missing.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Migaloo the white whale https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-04-19/migaloo-white-humpback-whale-hopes-off-victoria-coast/100078250 High-jumping queen https://twitter.com/7Sport/status/1383648487695290373 Missing mega-bunny https://www.huffpost.com/entry/darius-giant-rabbit-stolen-uk_n_6075c805e4b0fcee71a3187b Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apr 19, 20219 min

S2 Ep 290Monday April 19 - Historic helicopter on Mars; Britain farewells a prince; Lions win grand final fairytale; and penguins breathe a sigh of relief.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Iceberg satellite images https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-56779687 Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apr 18, 20219 min

Ep 289Easter Kids v Adults S'Quiz 3 - Animals

A fun, animal-themed kids v. adults school holiday quiz where you get to test who's smarter ... kids or adults. 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 daily 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.

Apr 15, 20218 min

S2 Ep 288Easter Kids v Adults S'Quiz 2 - General Knowledge

Who’s smarter? Kids or adults? Find out in this second Easter Kids v Adult S’Quiz … ten questions each to test your general knowledge. 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 daily 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.

Apr 8, 20219 min

S2 Ep 287Squiz Kids Easter Joke-A-Thon

How many hilarious Squiz Kids jokes can you squeeze into ten minutes? Press play to find out in this first-ever Squiz Kids Easter Joke-A-Thon - packed full of jokes sent in by the (seriously funny) kids of Australia. Enjoy! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apr 6, 202110 min

S2 Ep 286Easter Kids v Adults S'Quiz 1 - The News

Who's smarter? Kids or adults? You be the judge after taking this, the first of three Easter Kids v Adults quizzes. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apr 1, 202110 min

S2 Ep 285Thursday, April 1 - Olympic uniforms unveiled; worm tornado in the United States; Ash Barty’s big Friday hit-out; and the return of the giant burrowing frog.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Olympic uniforms https://www.olympics.com.au/news/australian-olympic-teams-asics-competition-delegation-uniforms-revealed/ Worm tornado https://www.news.com.au/technology/science/animals/worm-tornado-takes-over-hoboken-pavement-and-leaves-scientists-baffled/news-story/8a5aff4924332409f15f5f2f88fc5375 Giant burrowing frog https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-03-31/giant-burrowing-frogs-melbourne-zoo-breeding-program/100037616 Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 31, 202110 min

S1 Ep 284Squiz Kids Joke Q+A with Andy Griffiths

In this very special Q+A episode, Squiz Kids tell Treehouse author Andy Griffiths their best side-splitting, rip-roaring, thigh-slapping jokes. LINKS: Andy Griffiths website: http://www.andygriffiths.com.au/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 31, 202114 min

S2 Ep 283Wednesday, March 31 - Easter Holidays in limbo; bye bye La Nina; Chile’s parrot mummies; and the great asteroid fly-by.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Parrot mummies https://edition.cnn.com/2021/03/29/americas/mummified-parrots-atacama-desert-scli-intl-scn/index.html Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 30, 202110 min

S2 Ep 282Tuesday, March 30 - School’s out in Brissie! Suez ship floats again; Formula 2’s new Aussie champ; and Godzilla and Kong bust a record.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 29, 20218 min

S2 Ep 281Monday, 29 March - High hopes for high tide in Suez; France’s famous bread stick; Australia’s fastest man; and the best cubby house ever!

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Suez ship stranded - photos and video https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-56547383 Funny Suez traffic report https://twitter.com/JonHansenTV/status/1375538035551522821 Baguette goes for heritage listing https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-56540232 Rohan’s Olympic sprint https://twitter.com/Estrella_Sports/status/1375728820586643458 Up-inspired cubby house https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-03-28/father-builds-son-cubbyhouse-disney-house-pixar-up/100033818 Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 28, 20219 min

S2 Ep 280Friday, March 26 - The Olympic torch is lit; Venice welcomes dolphins; the Aussie telescope in moon mission; and its tiger keeper Q+A day!

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Taronga Tiger Q+A Links: Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/i7ObnWWZ4pY Watch on Taronga TV: http://TarongaTV.com​ Venice’s dolphins https://www.traveller.com.au/not-fake-news-dolphins-spotted-in-venice-lagoon-in-exceptionally-rare-visit-h1usvo What’s Up Fox? Reading: Tiger Daughter - https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/books/childrens/Tiger-Daughter-Rebecca-Lim-9781760877644 Listening: Justin Timberlake - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uuZE_IRwLNI Watching: Superheroes without special effects https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZrSiCso9pU The Fox’s Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Y8yJprftjmzIosbZ8pZGh?si=a4aVF8R5Sc2jyOy1wlN_2Q Extra Tiger Q+A Links Tiger Cubs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwqwutOSq3A&t=12s Facts about Sumatran tigers: https://taronga.org.au/animals/sumatran-tiger Taronga Tiger Cam 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U63FhBdr2E Taronga Tiger Cam 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHEPDss4Q_s Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 25, 202110 min

S2 Ep 279Squiz Kids Q+A with Taronga Zoo Tiger Keeper, Louise Ginman

A special edition of Squiz Kids Q+A, direct from Taronga Zoo - in podcast and on TV - in which the kids of Australia talk to tiger keeper, Louise Ginman. WATCH our Taronga Tiger Q+A on TV ! via YouTube: https://youtu.be/i7ObnWWZ4pY via Taronga TV: http://TarongaTV.com​ Other Taronga tiger links: Tiger Cubs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwqwutOSq3A&t=12s Facts about Sumatran tigers: https://taronga.org.au/animals/sumatran-tiger Taronga Tiger Cam 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U63FhBdr2E Taronga Tiger Cam 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHEPDss4Q_s A special collaboration with Taronga Zoo - https://taronga.org.au/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 25, 202119 min

S2 Ep 278Thursday, March 25 - Biden’s bid for gun control; traffic jam in the Suez Canal; McLaren signs 13yo Formula One driver; and the letterbox loving swan.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Ship stuck in Suez Canal https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-03-24/ship-stuck-in-suez-canal-ever-given/100025314 13 year-old go-kart star https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oGbjdOcwIGU Letterbox loving swan https://www.bbc.com/news/av/uk-england-northamptonshire-56462299 Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 24, 20219 min

S2 Ep 277Wednesday, March 24 - Water, water everywhere; Iceland’s volcanic hot dogs; AFL’s record-breaking night; and Pokemon Go has competition.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Satellite imagery of flooding https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/before-and-after-satellite-imagery-show-early-impact-of-nsw-floods-20210323-p57d9b.html NSW Schools Safety Alert website https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/school-safety NSW Schools Update App: https://education.nsw.gov.au/parents-and-carers/nsw-school-updates-app Iceland’s volcanic hotdogs https://edition.cnn.com/videos/travel/2021/03/22/iceland-volcano-eruption-2021-mh-orig.cnn See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 23, 202110 min

S2 Ep 276Tuesday, March 23 - Spiders, snakes and surfing cows in NSW floods; a goalie scores the match winner in Spain; and panda love in Paris.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Cow rescues https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-australia-56480142 Spiders escape to higher ground https://www.theguardian.com/environment/video/2021/mar/22/look-at-them-all-spiders-escape-to-higher-ground-during-nsw-floods-video NSW Schools Safety Alert website https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/school-safety NSW Schools Update App: https://education.nsw.gov.au/parents-and-carers/nsw-school-updates-app Giant pandas https://nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/giant-panda#:~:text=Although%20females%20may%20give%20birth,young%20only%20every%20other%20year. Mr Heilbronn’s classic catch https://www.news.com.au/sport/cricket/is-that-you-warnie-and-tubby-cricket-catch-in-queensland-goes-viral/news-story/555e40b3c1fd5d7a83bff9249fae0387 See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 22, 20219 min

S2 Ep 275Monday, March 22 - NSW goes under with more rain on the way; the happiest country in the world; women’s basketball fail; and Wally the wandering walrus.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS House floats away https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-03-21/nsw-weather-event-sweeps-away-couples-home-on-wedding-day/13264610 NSW schools closed due to flooding: https://education.nsw.gov.au/public-schools/school-safety NCAA women’s basketball fail https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-03-21/ncaa-apologises-for-weight-room-differences/100019746 Wally the walrus https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-wales-56470235 See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 21, 20219 min

S2 Ep 274Friday, March 19 - Green shoots and job numbers; Florida’s photobombing manta ray; the footy returns to the MCG; and Usain Bolt’s chicken nugget feast.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Giant manta ray photobomb https://edition.cnn.com/2021/03/17/us/manta-ray-photobombs-surfer-trnd/index.html Bullying No Way! video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6dDBgahVis What’s Up Fox? Reading: Tintin https://tintin.fandom.com/wiki/The_Crab_with_the_Golden_Claws Listening: Justin Bieber https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKMP2Woaf2E Watching: Grammys https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8gz-eXFq01s The Fox’s Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Y8yJprftjmzIosbZ8pZGh?si=a4aVF8R5Sc2jyOy1wlN_2Q Q+A Tiger Keeper Call-Out Tiger Cubs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwqwutOSq3A&t=12s Facts about Sumatran tigers: https://taronga.org.au/animals/sumatran-tiger Taronga Tiger Cam 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U63FhBdr2E Taronga Tiger Cam 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHEPDss4Q_s Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 18, 202110 min

S2 Ep 273Thursday, March 18 - Flood warning for Queensland; Czech chimps do Zoom; Kiwis win America’s Cup; and the bird that forgot its love song.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Chimpanzoom https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2021/mar/17/chimpanzee-zoom-czech-zoo-video-calls Regent honeyeater https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/mar/17/how-an-endangered-australian-songbird-regent-honeyeater-is-forgetting-its-love-songs Close The Gap: https://www.closingthegap.gov.au/ Q+A Tiger Keeper Call-Out Tiger Cubs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwqwutOSq3A&t=12s Facts about Sumatran tigers: https://taronga.org.au/animals/sumatran-tiger Taronga Tiger Cam 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U63FhBdr2E Taronga Tiger Cam 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHEPDss4Q_s Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 17, 20219 min

S2 Ep 272Wednesday, March 17 - Helping our overseas neighbours; Spain’s three day weekends; all the Oscar nominated kids movies; and flying with the world’s biggest insect.

quiz 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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Meet the weta: the world’s biggest insect https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBaRwtzFBbo Weta on a plane https://www.news.com.au/travel/destinations/new-zealand/weta-on-air-new-zealand-flight-goes-viral/news-story/b340b272d1b5574b82bebbef57098ec8 Oscars animated film nominees: Over The Moon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26DIABx44Tw Shaun The Sheep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YxRUSAIYieA Onward: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gn5QmllRCn4 Wolfwalkers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_Z_tybgPgg Soul: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOsLIiBStEs Q+A Tiger Keeper Call-Out Tiger Cubs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwqwutOSq3A&t=12s Facts about Sumatran tigers: https://taronga.org.au/animals/sumatran-tiger Taronga Tiger Cam 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U63FhBdr2E Taronga Tiger Cam 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHEPDss4Q_s Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 16, 202110 min

S2 Ep 271Tuesday, March 16 - Protests in the streets; here comes the big wet; Beijing buried under sandstorm; and Sam Kerr, Beyonce and Tay Tay slay it.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Beijing sandstorm https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/mar/15/beijing-skies-turn-orange-as-sandstorm-and-pollution-send-readings-off-the-scale https://twitter.com/shen_shiwei/status/1371287413113331712 Q+A Tiger Keeper Call-Out Tiger Cubs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwqwutOSq3A&t=12s Facts about Sumatran tigers: https://taronga.org.au/animals/sumatran-tiger Taronga Tiger Cam 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U63FhBdr2E Taronga Tiger Cam 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHEPDss4Q_s Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 15, 202110 min

S2 Ep 270Monday, March 15 - Landslide election in WA; Rhode Island’s runaway cow; Dockers and Reds big sporting comebacks; and a Muppet on the Masked Singer.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Masked Singer: Kermit the Frog https://www.huffingtonpost.com.au/entry/kermit-the-frog-the-masked-singer_n_604a1c80c5b6cf72d0948a3e?ri18n=true Masked Singer characters https://ew.com/tv/the-masked-singer-season-5-costumes/?slide=15b610d5-ab8c-4233-a983-f02579d50149#15b610d5-ab8c-4233-a983-f02579d50149 Q+A Tiger Keeper Call-Out Tiger Cubs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwqwutOSq3A&t=12s Facts about Sumatran tigers: https://taronga.org.au/animals/sumatran-tiger Taronga Tiger Cam 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U63FhBdr2E Taronga Tiger Cam 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHEPDss4Q_s Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 14, 20219 min

S2 Ep 269Friday, March 12 - Cheap flights for all; Japan’s tsunami remembered; gold nuggets for dog sled winner; and it’s Mars Perseverance Q+A day!

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Japan tsunami photo gallery https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/mar/10/japans-2011-tsunami-then-and-now-in-pictures What’s Up Fox? Reading: https://www.booktopia.com.au/coding-for-beginners-using-scratch-rosie-dickins/book/9781409599357.html?source=pla&gclid=Cj0KCQiAnKeCBhDPARIsAFDTLTLRtAm4q1ngZsUWu1FrIjWrTWuIzuBhHOOrjQsK-NMuXhP76bXpzlMaAnPBEALw_wcB Listening: Leave The Door Open https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=adLGHcj_fmA Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 11, 202110 min

S2 Ep 268Squiz Kids Q+A with Mars scientist, Professor David Flannery

A kids only Q+A session with Professor David Flannery - the Australian scientist who helped build and send the Mars rover, Perseverance to the red planet. Mars Perseverance Resources: for Prof. David Flannery Q+A The Professor’s Story: https://www.qut.edu.au/news?id=166153 Cool video explainer of Prof Flannery’s Mars mission: https://youtu.be/tAiKxMiuNtU ABC Radio interview with Prof. Flannery - as he explains his job: https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/breakfast/nasa-mars-mission-perseverance-touches-down/13171174 Good explanation of the Mars mission: https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/queensland/best-chance-in-my-lifetime-search-for-life-begins-after-mars-touchdown-20210219-p5741z.html NASA footage of the Perseverance landing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4czjS9h4Fpg First hi-definition images and video from the surface of Mars https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-02-26/nasa-releases-panoramic-photos-from-mars-perseverance-rover/13197190 See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 11, 202115 min

S2 Ep 267Thursday, March 11 - Green energy revolution; the great pirate boat journey; Cam Smith says bye-bye; and a space station on the Moon

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Toy pirate ship found off Miami - tv report https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/toy-pirate-ship-makes-journey-from-scotland-to-miami/2398068/ Ollie and Harry Ferguson’s website https://track-adventure.squarespace.com/ Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 10, 20218 min

S2 Ep 266Wednesday, March 10 - Photoshop banned in soap ads; Russia’s frozen ballerina; Tassie’s wild deer problem; and making the recorder cool again.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Photoshop: The Dove ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0JF4QxPpvM Photoshopping real women into cover models: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRlpIkH3b5I Swan Lake performed on frozen lake https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-europe-56300514 Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra recorder program https://www.tso.com.au/recorder-lift-off/ Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 9, 20219 min

S2 Ep 265Tuesday, March 9 - Girls are beating boys at school; Raccoons v. humans in Canada; the greatest dog race on Earth; and holidaying in space.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Iditarod explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMJQnp-1FnM Nat Geographic video on dog sled racing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nVfFNbxX7s 10,000 calorie hamburger https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESR_6GfZ7rI Space Hotel https://edition.cnn.com/travel/article/voyager-station-space-hotel-scn/index.html Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 8, 20218 min

S2 Ep 264Monday, March 8 - Inside a right royal affair; the mystery of the flying ship; a good day to be a Kiwi; and zoo animals enjoy the snow.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Incredible floating ship https://www.theguardian.com/science/2021/mar/05/ship-hovering-above-sea-cornwall-optical-illusion Animals play in snow https://edition.cnn.com/videos/travel/2021/02/16/snow-play-zoo-animals-winter-storm-eg-orig.cnn See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 7, 20218 min

S2 Ep 263Friday, March 5 - Protests in Myanmar; Cats saved by Thai navy; Aussie netball’s big weekend; and another rocket bites the dust.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Thai navy rescues cats https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-56275563 Rocket crash https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-56274183 What’s Up Fox? Reading: Kumiko And The Dragon http://www.brionystewart.com/kumiko-and-the-dragon Listening: Heartbreak Anniversary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nja_0BaQcNg Watching: Tube Unique Wilderness: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJjheeAVwFB0S5HlWbBwIfQ The Fox’s Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Y8yJprftjmzIosbZ8pZGh?si=a4aVF8R5Sc2jyOy1wlN_2Q Mars Perseverance Resources: for Prof. David Flannery Q+A The Professor’s Story: https://www.qut.edu.au/news?id=166153 Cool video explainer of Prof Flannery’s Mars mission: https://youtu.be/tAiKxMiuNtU ABC Radio interview with Prof. Flannery - as he explains his job: https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/breakfast/nasa-mars-mission-perseverance-touches-down/13171174 Good explanation of the Mars mission: https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/queensland/best-chance-in-my-lifetime-search-for-life-begins-after-mars-touchdown-20210219-p5741z.html NASA footage of the Perseverance landing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4czjS9h4Fpg First hi-definition images and video from the surface of Mars https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-02-26/nasa-releases-panoramic-photos-from-mars-perseverance-rover/13197190 Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at

Mar 4, 20219 min

S2 Ep 262Thursday, March 4 - Bee stings beat snake bites; NZ’s glow-in-the-dark sharks; Tennis demon does a road runner; and saving the platypus.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Jack jumper ant https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-12-21/jack-jumper-program-trains-patients-to-stop-being-allergic/11789168 Glow in the dark sharks https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-56256808 Releasing platypus back into the wild https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EXZxVQ905X4 World Wildlife Day https://www.wildlifeday.org/ Mars Perseverance Resources: for Prof. David Flannery Q+A The Professor’s Story: https://www.qut.edu.au/news?id=166153 Cool video explainer of Prof Flannery’s Mars mission: https://youtu.be/tAiKxMiuNtU ABC Radio interview with Prof. Flannery - as he explains his job: https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/breakfast/nasa-mars-mission-perseverance-touches-down/13171174 Good explanation of the Mars mission: https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/queensland/best-chance-in-my-lifetime-search-for-life-begins-after-mars-touchdown-20210219-p5741z.html NASA footage of the Perseverance landing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4czjS9h4Fpg First hi-definition images and video from the surface of Mars https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-02-26/nasa-releases-panoramic-photos-from-mars-perseverance-rover/13197190 Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 3, 20219 min

S2 Ep 261Wednesday, March 3 - Cyclone hits Queensland; kid plays Fortnite for cash; State Of Origin heads to Adelaide; and introducing the Froot Loops pizza.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Cyclone categories explained: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-11-19/tropical-cyclone-categories-explained/6956092#:~:text=Category%20two%20(tropical%20cyclone)&text=Heavy%20damage%20to%20some%20crops,(storm%20and%20violent%20storm). Froot Loops Pizza https://edition.cnn.com/videos/business/2021/03/02/froot-loops-pizza-moos-pkg-vpx.cnn World Wildlife Day https://www.wildlifeday.org/ Mars Perseverance Resources: for Prof. David Flannery Q+A The Professor’s Story: https://www.qut.edu.au/news?id=166153 Cool video explainer of Prof Flannery’s Mars mission: https://youtu.be/tAiKxMiuNtU ABC Radio interview with Prof. Flannery - as he explains his job: https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/breakfast/nasa-mars-mission-perseverance-touches-down/13171174 Good explanation of the Mars mission: https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/queensland/best-chance-in-my-lifetime-search-for-life-begins-after-mars-touchdown-20210219-p5741z.html NASA footage of the Perseverance landing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4czjS9h4Fpg First hi-definition images and video from the surface of Mars https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-02-26/nasa-releases-panoramic-photos-from-mars-perseverance-rover/13197190 Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out info

Mar 2, 20219 min

S2 Ep 260Tuesday, March 2 - Plastics banned in SA; the ice snake of Denver; Aussie tennis star wins a major; and the Black Panther wins big.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Snow snake + tiger https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-56232777 Mars Perseverance Resources: for Prof. David Flannery Q+A The Professor’s Story: https://www.qut.edu.au/news?id=166153 Cool video explainer of Prof Flannery’s Mars mission: https://youtu.be/tAiKxMiuNtU ABC Radio interview with Prof. Flannery - as he explains his job: https://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/breakfast/nasa-mars-mission-perseverance-touches-down/13171174 Good explanation of the Mars mission: https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/queensland/best-chance-in-my-lifetime-search-for-life-begins-after-mars-touchdown-20210219-p5741z.html NASA footage of the Perseverance landing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4czjS9h4Fpg First hi-definition images and video from the surface of Mars https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-02-26/nasa-releases-panoramic-photos-from-mars-perseverance-rover/13197190 Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 1, 20219 min

S2 Ep 259Monday, March 1 - More vaccines to the rescue; the iceberg as big as a city; Operation turtle rescue; and Peppa Pig gets a fun park.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Iceberg calving: https://edition.cnn.com/2021/02/27/world/antarctica-iceberg-trnd/index.html Texan turtles released: https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-us-canada-56218484 Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feb 28, 20219 min

S2 Ep 258Friday, February 26 - Australia flexes its soft power muscles; a Fiji rugby serenade; fridges for humanity; and the world’s wooliest sheep.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Fijian rugby team sing their thanks https://www.theguardian.com/sport/video/2021/feb/25/fijian-rugby-league-team-sing-from-balconies-to-thank-sydney-hotel-quarantine-staff-video Baarack the overgrown sheep https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2021/feb/25/mammoth-woolly-baarack-the-overgrown-sheep-shorn-of-his-35kg-fleece Colourful fridges on US streets https://www.bbc.com/news/av/business-56176965 What’s Up Fox? Reading: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/7645932-the-good-man-jesus-and-the-scoundrel-christ Listening: In My Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YBcdt6DsLQA Watching: Robin Hood: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3f3toYy63KA Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feb 25, 20219 min

S2 Ep 257Thursday, February 25 - Brissie in Olympics box seat; Japan’s robot city; the seat belt that saved Tiger Woods; and Skipper the miracle puppy.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Skipper the miracle pup: https://edition.cnn.com/2021/02/23/us/puppy-born-with-six-legs-trnd/index.html Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feb 24, 20219 min

S2 Ep 256Squiz Kids Q+A with Sam Moran

A kids' only Q+A with singer, songwriter and one-time Yellow Wiggle, Sam Moran. Squiz Kids Q+As are a chance for kids to ask questions of people in the news. In this episode, former Yellow Wiggle and children's TV host, Sam Moran reveals the secrets to songwriting, recalls life as a Yellow Wiggle and tells what it was like to record music with Kylie Minogue, Keith Urban and Guy Sebastian. LINK Pool Party with Guy Sebastian: Video See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feb 24, 202114 min

S2 Ep 255Wednesday, February 24 - Facebook backs down; cool videos direct from Mars; when a Tassie Tiger is a wallaby; and Japan’s totally nude festival.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Japan’s naked festival https://edition.cnn.com/travel/article/naked-festival-japan-hadaka-matsuri-2021/index.html Mars landing video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4czjS9h4Fpg Mars landing explainer video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYQwuYZbA6o Tassie tiger explainer https://www.nma.gov.au/defining-moments/resources/extinction-of-thylacine Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feb 23, 20219 min

S2 Ep 254Tuesday, February 23 - The fight against fake news; French schools ban meat; how to clone a ferret; and Max the Miracle Dog gets a medal.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Cloned ferret https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSvbGGLtJnE Max the remarkable therapy dog https://www.bbc.com/news/av/uk-56128405 PDSA Order of Merit list: https://www.pdsa.org.uk/what-we-do/animal-awards-programme/pdsa-order-of-merit Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feb 22, 20219 min

S2 Ep 253Monday, February 22 - Let the vaccine roll-out begin! Teacher rows solo across Atlantic; all hail tennis’ Naomi Osaka; and flying a helicopter on Mars.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS First images from Mars https://edition.cnn.com/2021/02/19/world/mars-rover-new-images-scn-trnd/index.html Ingenuity: the Mars helicopter https://edition.cnn.com/2021/02/19/world/mars-rover-new-images-scn-trnd/index.html https://edition.cnn.com/2021/02/20/world/mars-ingenuity-helicopter-update-scn-trnd/index.html Cat Day https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-35628239 Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feb 21, 20219 min

S2 Ep 252Friday February 19 - How kids fight off COVID; Mars rover lands today; Facebook picks a fight; and your chance to join a boy band.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Mars landing live stream https://www.youtube.com/user/JPLraw/live What’s Up Fox Reading: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18103453-hatched Listening: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHuebHTD-lY Watching: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1F0lBnsnkE The Fox’s Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Y8yJprftjmzIosbZ8pZGh?si=a4aVF8R5Sc2jyOy1wlN_2Q Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feb 18, 20219 min

S2 Ep 251Thursday, February 18 - Back to school for Vic kids; Italian volcano erupts; Ash Barty crashes out; and chocolate in the mail.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Mt Etna erupting https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNVPYgygVEU Reddit snack exchange https://www.reddit.com/r/snackexchange/top/?t=all Reddit snack exchange video: https://www.reddit.com/r/DidntKnowIWantedThat/comments/en7x90/how_to_make_a_person_happy_with_a_box/ Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feb 17, 20218 min

S2 Ep 250Wednesday, February 17 - It’s V-day for Victoria; Panther on the loose in Italy; Thundersnow in America; and bye-bye laughing emoji.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Skating on lakes https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-56077773 Panther on the loose https://corrieredelmezzogiorno.corriere.it/bari/cronaca/21_febbraio_08/pantera-fa-paura-stop-scampagnate-140e3156-6a1d-11eb-8e42-1f0d560591ec.shtml Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feb 16, 20218 min

S2 Ep 249Tuesday, February 16 - Vaccine touchdown; Stonehenge has been moved; a baby on the way for Harry and Megs; and what lemurs can teach us about love.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Stonehenge explainer video https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/z82hsbk/articles/zg8q2hv Fire Fight Australia fundraiser video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9fVj1l2R_4&feature=youtu.be Check out our parent podcast and daily news email for adults: The Squiz www.thesquiz.com.au Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feb 15, 20219 min

S2 Ep 248Monday, February 15 - COVID vaccine for kids; Earthquake in Japan; Dylan Alcott chases seventh tennis crown; and goats to the rescue!

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Squiz Kids Survey …. help us make Squiz Kids bigger and better! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QC6G9GZ Check out our parent podcast and daily news email for adults: The Squiz www.thesquiz.com.au Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feb 14, 20219 min

S2 Ep 247Friday, February 12 - Quick COVID update; the castaways who survived by eating rats; Kokkinakis gives it his all; and the whale poo worth more than gold.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Ambergris explainer video: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=266296370980260 What’s Up Fox Reading: https://michaelgerardbauer.com/my-books/the-running-man-2/ Listening: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v8oqbWrP1QY Watching: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-rU3E8015M&feature=youtu.be The Fox’s Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Y8yJprftjmzIosbZ8pZGh?si=a4aVF8R5Sc2jyOy1wlN_2Q Squiz Kids Survey …. help us make Squiz Kids bigger and better! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QC6G9GZ Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feb 11, 20219 min

S2 Ep 246Thursday, February 11 - Trump on trial; flying cars in China; Tennis champ’s cut-price tee; and BTS unplugged.

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 daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. LINKS Vote for a new Mr Men or Little Miss character https://vote.mrmen.com/ Squiz Kids Survey …. help us make Squiz Kids bigger and better! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QC6G9GZ Check out our parent podcast and daily news email for adults: The Squiz www.thesquiz.com.au Squiz Kids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at [email protected] Squiz Kids is proudly supported by the Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feb 10, 20218 min