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Trade deals and bluebells

In a week where Romania chose a new president and the new Lilo & Stitch film landed in cinemas, the team behind The Week Junior discuss some of the other stories, events and people that inspired them this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 27, 202530 min

Pope, walking to school week, and a head-bopping sea lion

It's a week where the US and the UK agreed a new trade deal and authors and illustrators were celebrated at the British Book Awards. Plus, we're going to be discussing some of the other stories, events and people that inspired the Week Junior team this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 16, 202533 min

Panto GCSEs to animal impressions

This week, Bex is joined by Joe and Eve from The Week Junior to unpack the biggest, silliest, and most heartwarming stories making headlines.  Get involved: 🎙️ Voice note: funkidslive.com/theweekjunior📧 Email: [email protected]📊 Vote: theweekjunior.co.uk/pollsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 9, 202533 min

Snail ice cream and power cut chaos

Join Bex, Joe, and Eve for a brand new The Week Junior Show In this episode: Massive power cuts in Spain and Portugal – what caused them, and how did people cope? Valerie the dachshund is found after 529 days in the wild Snail and garlic ice cream – real or rubbish? Should schools remove mirrors from bathrooms? Plus celebrate TWJ's 10th birthday with editor Vanessa and we hear your opinions on last week's superhero debate. Get involved: 🎙️ Voice note: funkidslive.com/theweekjunior📧 Email: [email protected]📊 Vote: theweekjunior.co.uk/pollsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 2, 202528 min

Superheroes and the Pope

We've got writers Eve and Kaye talking about people around the world paying their respects to the Pope, the secret to a perfect bowling score, and some girls fighting for a change to their school uniform. There's also going to be a big debate about whether Superman is the best superhero, and we'll be hearing from a winner of this year's series of Gladiators!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 25, 202522 min

Astrobot and a GIANT Easter Egg!

This week we're talking all about AstroBot's big victory at the video game BAFTAS, a bronze age face and a giant easter egg! All this and many more Easter treats in this week's episode of The Week Junior Show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 18, 202522 min

What are tariffs?

We're going to be talking about Trump's tariffs, Saturn's moons and the 2035 Women's World Cup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 11, 202525 min

Myanmar quake and solar eclipses

We're going to be talking about how the world has come together to help people in Myanmar after an earthquake, a solar eclipse that could be seen across the UK, and a very special cat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 4, 202531 min

Lab-grown meat and the World Athletics Indoor Championships

We're going to be talking about the brand new TV show, a sea survey that's revealed some new creatures and some brilliant victories at the World Athletics Indoor Championships. We'll also be having a big debate about eating lab-grown meat. Now, there's a story in the magazine this week about a new GCSE in natural history that's going to be launched.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 28, 202521 min

Astronauts return to Earth and the Special Olympics World Winter Games

We're going to be talking about the Special Olympics World Winter Games, two astronauts who are back home after nine months in space, and an amazing victory for Newcastle United. We'll also be having a big debate about whether peaceful protesters should go to jail. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 21, 202524 min

Are poems better than stories?

We're going to be talking about the world's biggest iceberg, finding out how a man's blood saved millions of lives, and having a big debate on whether poems are better than stories. We'll also be hearing an interview with 12-year-old Week Junior reader Lyra, who recently raised more than £1,700 for cat's protection.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 14, 202527 min

International Women's Day and support for Ukraine

In this week's episode, we're going to be talking about the European leaders promising support to Ukraine, sharing some tips to help nesting birds, and having a big debate on whether councils should collect bins less often.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 7, 202522 min

Ancient pharaoh discovered and remembering Benjamin Zephaniah

We're going to be talking about the discovery of an ancient pharaoh's tomb, how hens have been helping boost olive farms in Cyprus, and a forest that's been planted to remember Benjamin Zephaniah. We'll also be having a big debate about whether books should have happy endings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 28, 202526 min

Super sewers and expanding Heathrow

We're going to be talking about London's new super sewer, the secrets of polar bear grease, and a disabled astronaut making history. We'll also be having a big debate about whether Heathrow Airport should be expanded.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 21, 202525 min

India's tiger population and ditching Valentine's Day

We're going to be talking about India's tiger population, a rebuilding project in Iraq and why poo is taking centre stage at the Jorvik Viking Festival next week. We'll also be having a big debate about whether it's time to ditch Valentine's Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 14, 202527 min

Van Gogh paintings and disco scallops

We're going to be talking about the musicians who won awards at the Grammys, a hidden Van Gogh painting and disco scallops. We'll also be having a big debate about where the children should be allowed to use AI.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 7, 202521 min

Holocaust Memorial Day and Children's Mental Health Week

We're going to be talking about Holocaust Memorial Day, chimps who like weeing together, and author GM Linton's tips for capturing special memories. We'll also be having a big debate about whether rugby is better than football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 31, 202521 min

Kindness is the Word of the Year

We're going to be talking about kindness, which is the Oxford Children's Word of the Year for 2024. We'll also be finding out about the 2025 City of Culture and a woman who made a big donation to charity, plus we'll be having a big debate about mega political donations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 24, 202522 min

Firefighters tackling Wildfires in the USA

This week, we learn all about the firefighters tackling wildfires in the USA, how technology is helping Emperor Penguins and a brand new theatre company in Wales!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 17, 202522 min

A Perfectly Round Chicken Egg!

Today we're talking about the snowy weather across the UK a perfectly round chicken egg and a star's hiccoughs! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 11, 202526 min

Biggest stories of 2024

It's the final podcast of the year and we're going to be doing a roundup of our favourite stories from 2024. We've also got a few messages from readers as you share your favourite stories from the year as well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 26, 202420 min

WICKED singing and Strictly Come Dancing

We're going to be talking about the winner of the Week Junior's Christmas cover competition, the Strictly Come Dancing final, and we're going over the upcoming Wallace and Gromit film as well. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether it's okay to sing at the cinema.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 20, 202424 min

Pre-loved Christmas presents and the International Children's Peace Prize

Rahul, Joe, and Bex digest the latest news. We talk about the winner of the International Children's Peace Prize, some award-winning artwork and dogs using their noses to help trees. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether it's okay to give people pre-loved presents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 13, 202425 min

Hamster flights and saving red squirrels

In this week's episode, we're going to be talking about a project to save red squirrels and a city made from gingerbread. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether school dinners should ditch desserts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 6, 202419 min

Angry Birds and British Sign Language

We're talking about a big birthday for Angry Birds, a charity that aims to get kids moving and an unusual banana artwork. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether British Sign Language should be taught in all schools.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 29, 202421 min

National Tree Week and Children in Need

We're going to be talking about robots piece of art, this year's fundraising for Children in Need and National Tree Week. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether prisons should be nicer places.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 22, 202423 min

Quest for dumplings

We're going to be talking about the winners of a very important environmental award, a quest for dumplings in China and a wooden satellite sent to space. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether it's okay to have a messy bedroom. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 15, 202424 min

World Kindness Day, the US election, and snow on Mount Fuji

We're going to be talking about World Kindness Day, the US election, and snow on top of Mount Fuji. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether school uniforms should be more relaxed and checking out a story in the magazine this week about a crew of Chinese astronauts who've just flown into space for a six month mission!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 8, 202422 min

Know your rights and are timed tests fair?

We're going to be talking about children's rights, an inspiring young football player, and a gamer who is helping out hospital patients. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether timed tests are fair on students. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 1, 202429 min

Halloween and robot waiters

We're going to be talking about Halloween, how ants became farmers, and the government's plan to help improve the NHS. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether robot waiters are a good idea.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 25, 202423 min

Hurricane Milton and the best season

We're talking about how communities in the US are recovering from Hurricane Milton, the meaning behind wrinkles on elephant trunks, and a dance company that's opening up the stage for everyone!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 18, 202427 min

Earth's second moon

In this week's episode, we talk about The Wild Robot, how Earth has gained a second moon, and why broccoli might be on the menu at a fish and chip shop. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether kids should learn to grow their own food...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 11, 202423 min

Transformers and the Week Junior Book Awards

This week, we chat the Week Junior Book Awards, sea creatures that work together as a team, and the recent X Games in Japan. We've also got an exclusive interview with the stars of the upcoming film, Transformers One. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 4, 202429 min

2026 Commonwealth Games and skincare for kids

We're going to be talking about dancing apes, some uniquely designed robots, and the hosts for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. We're also going to be having a big debate about children using skin care products.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 27, 202422 min

Sign language and text walking

We're going to be talking about sign language, a young person who volunteers to help others, and a victory for environmental campaigners. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether it should be illegal to text and walk at the same time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 20, 202420 min

AI teachers and funky pizzas

In this episode of the Week Junior show, host Bex is joined by Laura and Eve to discuss various topics, including an inspiring role model, a historic discovery made by two sisters, and the intriguing ways dogs remember their toys. They also engage in a debate about AI teachers!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 13, 202421 min

Ice lollies and nuclear power

We're chatting Paralympics, Air Ambulance Week, and La Tomatina Festival in this week's episodeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 6, 202418 min

School uniforms and Olympic torches

In this week's episode of TWJS, we're chatting everything back-to-school and whether schools should require uniforms, to the Paralympics opening ceremony. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 30, 202423 min

Paralympics and super blue moons

We chat Paralympics, a rare super blue moon, and debate on whether shops should stop selling plastic water bottles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 23, 202423 min

Astronauts stuck in space and banana peel boots

We're finding out about the extension of two astronauts' mission in space, innovative banana peel boots for zookeepers, and the ongoing war in Ukraine. Plus a debate about noise levels in galleries our favourite museums.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 16, 202423 min

Unrest in the UK and Olympic achievements

Bex is joined by Kate and Eve from the Week Junior magazine. They discuss various topics including community efforts to rebuild after unrest in the UK, Olympic achievements, and a Scottish bog receiving World Heritage status! They also delve into a debate about whether it's ethical to swim with wildlife.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 9, 202422 min

The Spectacular Olympic Opening Ceremony

This week on The Week Junior Show, we're chatting about the spectacular opening ceremony for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, one of histories greatest fossil hunters and whether human stress can be passed on to dogs!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 2, 202422 min

The Glitch that Caused Disruption around the World

This week we learn about the global computer glitch that caused disruption around the world, how a scientist's unique collection could help feed the world and debating whether company bosses get paid too much money! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 26, 202423 min

Getting Ready for the Olympic Games in Paris!

This week on The Week Junior Show, we're talking all about the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris, hearing about some special insects that store Carbon Dioxide in their homes and we learn about a VERY long bicycle!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 19, 202423 min

The General Election and a spa for Frogs!

This week Bex, Joe and Eve will discuss the results of the General Election, debating ice cream cones and learning all about a special frog spa! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 12, 202424 min

Is Monopoly the best game ever?

This week we reveal the new Waterstones Children's Laureate, we talk Glastonbury festival and we debate whether Monopoly is the best game ever!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 5, 202421 min

Beetles in Backpacks!

Today we learn about a march for nature, beetles in backpacks and hear about the history of Scottish video games!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 28, 202421 min

The Best Biscuit Crunch

This week we learn all about the Week Junior reader survey on politics, what makes the best biscuit crunch and should we have bright packaging on treats? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 21, 202424 min

Growing food in Space?

This week we are hearing about the Week Junior Book Awards and debating whether children should be told what to read. Plus we hear about a survey where we young people tell us their thoughts on politicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 14, 202424 min

Cat doctors and a debate on National Service

We talk about a charity hero, a university students brilliant invention, finding out if rain can be good for you AND having a big debate on National Service! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 7, 202422 min