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Squiz Kids is a news podcast, just for kids! 10 minutes of age-appropriate news, delivered with positivity and humour. Make it part of your daily routine by playing it over breakfast, during the drive to school or - for all the Squiz teachers out there - in the classroom. There's also kids v adults quizzes, a book club, kids-only Q&As (with people like the Prime Minister!), deep dives into topics kids love (from Barbie to Halloween, toys, sport, inventions, crazy science stuff, and so much m ...
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The place to go for conversations about the news. Each Saturday, Claire Kimball and Kate Watson present the Weekly Wrap - the week in news and what's coming up. Super handy if you're busy and want a recap of the week that was, a way to get ahead of next week and some helpful news recommendations on your way through... Then there's our limited interview series - Newsmakers - where each week Kate sits down with journalists, producers and media experts to help give you an understanding of the p ...
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A daily news podcast, getting you across the latest Australian and international news in under 10 minutes. Agenda-free, independent, and delivered by hosts that'll come to feel like mates. It's the news without the noise, cutting through with a touch of analysis and an eye on what's coming next. And there's always a quirky news story or two to give a touch of balance to the news of the day. News for busy people, out 6am weekday, perfect for your morning routine. The Squiz is your shortcut to ...
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So many podcasts, so little time - what to listen to? On PodSoup, Michelle and Tracey fuel their podcast obsession by producing a podcast...about podcasts. Favourites shared, suggestions welcomed.
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Some military medals are taken away; Aged Care reforms get the tick of approval; The footy finals are here; And some spring skewers...
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Friday, 13 September: Some military medals are taken away; Aged Care reforms get the tick of approval; The footy finals are here; And some spring skewers... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Friday Lites: You can…
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TayTay joins Team Kamala; China’s air-conned kids; Seagrass for seahorses; and the return of the Polynesian tree snail.
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Your daily kids news podcast. It's like school captain elections but for the whole country! Kamala Harris and Donald Trump faced off in a huge debate to convince Americans who should be their next President. Even Taylor Swift jumped in, showing her support for Kamala. In China, students are sweating in super-hot classrooms. Teachers are using ice b…
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Today, we’re bringing you an episode from our News Club limited series, Newsmakers. News Club is the place to go for conversations about the news, and in this series, we chat to the people behind the headlines. In this episode, Kate chats with Nick Shelton, founder and CEO of Broadsheet. He takes us through the founding story of the popular culture…
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Weekly Wrap: The US presidential debate (ft. Taylor Swift), age limits for social media, and the Murdoch's showdown
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This week's biggest headline is a toss-up between Taylor Swift’s US Open appearance, her endorsement of Kamala Harris, and her wins at the VMA's. We also break down the US presidential debate, the government's move to set social media age limits, and what’s going on with the protests in Melbourne. And we get you prepped for the footy finals and the…
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Who's smarter, kids or adults? For the full episode transcript, click here. Check out the Squiz Kids website for all of our other Fun, Free and Fresh offerings!By Squiz Media
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Your Shortcut to... The Royal Family's wealth
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When Prince Harry turns 40yo on Sunday, he’ll inherit a large sum of money, making him the latest in a long line of super-rich Royals with multiple income streams. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we'll look at the wealth of the British Royal Family, where they get their money from, and how they spend it. Squiz recommends: Reading: This article from The …
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Trump and Harris finally face off; A Melbourne protest turns ugly; A contentious Raygun ranking; And it's Fyre Festival 2.0...
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Thursday, 12 September: Trump and Harris finally face off; A Melbourne protest turns ugly; A contentious Raygun ranking; And it's Fyre Festival 2.0... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). You can submit your answer …
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Keeping kids safe from social media; a Brazilian border Collie sport star; a sweet summer’s ahead; and Bluey’s big ratings.
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Your daily kids news podcast. Keeping kids safe from social media; a Brazilian border Collie sport star; a sweet summer’s ahead; and Bluey’s big ratings. The government is thinking about setting limits on social media, just like it does with things like vapes and alcohol. The goal? To help kids stay safe, healthy, and connected to real life fun, li…
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An economic face-off; A tragedy in the Blue Mountains; Remembering a Hollywood icon; And a smelly office debate...
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Wednesday, 11 September: An economic face-off; A tragedy in the Blue Mountains; Remembering a Hollywood icon; And a smelly office debate... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). You can submit your answer for the Squ…
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Seeking justice for our veterans; The US issues a warning over Iran; Princess Kate gives an update; And some serious cash in the attic...
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Tuesday, 10 September: Seeking justice for our veterans; The US issues a warning over Iran; Princess Kate gives an update; And some serious cash in the attic... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). You can submit yo…
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We'll take you through what makes five of the world's animals so tough; how they got that way; and why we humans should care. For the full episode transcript, click here. Click here to check out some paw-some classroom resources! Check out the Squiz Kids website for all of our other Fun, Free and Fresh offerings! Bounce Promotion Terms and Conditio…
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Australia’s golden Paralympics; Typhoon Yagi wreaks havoc; Saturn’s rings’ disappearing act; and the bear that came over for a swim.
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Your daily kids news podcast. Australia’s golden Paralympics; Typhoon Yagi wreaks havoc; Saturn’s rings’ disappearing act; and the bear that came over for a swim. Wow, the Paris Paralympics have been an epic ride! Aussie heroes like Curtis McGrath, with his third gold, and James Turner, sprinting to his second, made history. And don't forget the am…
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Google versus the US government; A super typhoon hits Asia; A Royal Commission report is incoming; And the Paralympics come to a close...
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Monday, 9 September: Google versus the US government; A super typhoon hits Asia; A Royal Commission report is incoming; And the Paralympics come to a close... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Sponsored: Find out…
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Weekly Wrap: Protests in Israel, Chalmers v.s the RBA, and Elle Macpherson comes under fire
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Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. LINKS Our Newsmakers episode with Dr Karl Elle Macpherson's interview in Women's Weekly Politico's article on what to know about the US debate The Front's episode on Netanyahu an…
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For many Aussies who grew up listening to Dr Karl's science show on Triple J, he’s an icon. Beyond that, he's written 48 books, co-hosted the Sleek Geeks show with Adam Spencer, made countless TV appearances, and even had a brief political run in 2007. Kate’s 4-year-old knows him from Playschool. Dr Karl’s latest book, A Periodic Tale, dives into h…
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Shorten signs off; Russian interference is on the US's radar; A big telco deal for the regions; And a spanakopita for spring...
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Friday, 6 September: Shorten signs off; Russian interference is on the US's radar; A big telco deal for the regions; And a spanakopita for spring... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Sponsored: Check out the West…
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Who's smarter, kids or adults? For the full episode transcript, click here. Check out the Squiz Kids website for all of our other Fun, Free and Fresh offerings!By Squiz Media
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Your Shortcut to... PFAS - the 'forever chemicals'
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There’s been a fair bit of concern recently after certain types of chemicals were found in a dam that feeds into the water supply of the NSW Blue Mountains. That’s because, in large enough doses, they can be harmful to humans and even cause cancer. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll explain what forever chemicals are, where they’ve been found, and wh…
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Pope Francis hits the road; an 8-foot athlete rules Paris; Moon crash video a fake; and the planet-protecting doughnut.
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Your daily kids news podcast. Pope Francis is hitting the road, touring the Asia-Pacific region to spread messages of peace and planet protection. At 87 years old, he's on a mission to bring different faiths together and fight climate change. Meet Morteza Mehrzadselakjani, the towering 8-foot-1 sitting volleyball star making waves at the Paralympic…
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Our economic growth slows down; Zelensky calls for more air defence; A luxury spy case; And finding love in the fruit aisle...
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Thursday, 5 September: Our economic growth slows down; Zelensky calls for more air defence; A luxury spy case; And finding love in the fruit aisle... … The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). You can submit your answer…
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