Squiz Kids

Your daily kids news podcast.

French jewel thieves busted; a huge hurricane hits Jamaica; a message in a bottle; and a chunky Squirrel King

Two sneaky crooks who pulled off a $160 million jewel heist at the Louvre have been caught by French police!

Hurricane Melissa, the largest storm on Earth this year, is crossing the coast of Jamaica this morning.

A bottle tossed into the sea in 1916 has just been found in Western Australia. Inside? Notes from two WWI soldiers.

Move over Fat Bear Week—Texas now has Fat Sq...

Introducing Blaze, Flo, Gust, Rocky, Scraps and Buzz - a new gang of super-connected superheroes. Together, they’re tackling climate change.

This six-part podcast series introduces kids to the different types of renewable energy that will power the world they will grow up to live in.

In each episode, a different energy superhero walks kids through the basic science of how each renewable works while an expert addresses the most common myths surrounding them.

Each episode comes complete with ⁠⁠a dedicated classroom worksheet⁠⁠.

It’s a series designed to pique kids’ curiosity abou...

Your daily kids news podcast.

 Christmas Island crab march; Switzerland’s rescue robots; Big weekend for Aussie sport; and Halloween goes green.

It’s a sideways stampede! Over 100 million red crabs are dancing their way to the ocean on Christmas Island.

From the land of chocolate and cheese comes… rescue robots! Magnecko climbs walls like Spider-Man and Roboa slithers like a super-snake, squeezing into tight spots to save lives.

Australia’s sporting stars were on fire! Gout Gout sprinted like lightning in Brisbane, swimmer Mollie O’Callaghan broke records in Canada, and our rug...

Bryce shares one of his favourite Shortcuts just in time for Spooky Season!

We'll take you through WHERE Halloween comes from, WHY people dress up, and WHAT the traditions of pumpkin carving, apple bobbing, and haunted houses are all about.

For the full episode transcript, ⁠click here⁠.

⁠Click here⁠ to check out some spook-tacular classroom resources!

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In this Squiz Kids Science Short, Annabel and her dad Shaun ask the question: Why does our skin turn purple when we get bruised? It looks dramatic — but there’s some seriously cool science behind those changing colours. Find out how your body recycles blood, one colour at a time! Every Saturday, Squiz Kids Science Shorts answers the big, curly questions you’ve been wondering about — breaking down weird facts, everyday mysteries, and the latest science stories in a fun and kid-friendly way. Quick, curious, and packed with answers you didn’t even know...

A fun kids vs adults news quiz to test who’s been paying the most attention to the week in news.

For the full episode transcript, click here.

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Heatwave sweeps the east; Kangaroos shape up for Ashes; AI Summaries under a cloud; and 6-7 gets ready for Halloween.

From Sydney's scorching 39 degrees to Victoria’s wind-whipping chaos, spring in Australia is putting on a wild weather show! With bushfire warnings and outback towns hitting 46 degrees, it’s time to slap on sunscreen, hold onto your hats.

In America, kids are swarming burger joints just to hear their order number called—yep, 6-7 mania has hit In-N-Out! They're filming the moment like it's the Oscars. And guess what...

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Zombies march in Mexico City; scooter bandits steal royal bling; a rare deal between leaders; and a holiday from hospital.

When Aussie PM Anthony Albanese met US President Donald Trump, they didn’t just shake hands — they made a mega-deal on rare metals for tech gadgets and confirmed a huge submarine project.

Four sneaky thieves in disguises broke into the Louvre and made off with priceless royal jewels — using power tools and scooters!

Thanks to one Aussie filmmaker, sick kids and adults can take a wild VR tri...

Introducing Blaze, Flo, Gust, Rocky, Scraps and Buzz - a new gang of super-connected superheroes. Together, they’re tackling climate change.

This six-part podcast series introduces kids to the different types of renewable energy that will power the world they will grow up to live in.

In each episode, a different energy superhero walks kids through the basic science of how each renewable works while an academic addresses the most common myths surrounding them.

Each episode comes complete with ⁠a dedicated classroom worksheet⁠.

It’s a series designed to pique kids’ curiosity...

Your daily kids news podcast.

Albo’s big meeting with Trump; Diwali celebrations light up; Teen pilots and record-breaking rowers; and a K-Pop Demon sing-along.

Australia’s Prime Minister, Albo, is in the USA to chat with President Trump!

The festival of lights, Diwali, is here – lighting up homes, skies, and hearts!

Sixteen-year-old Byron flew around the whole planet! Meanwhile, two brave rowers paddled across the massive Pacific Ocean for five months straight. That’s oarsome!

The KPop Demon Hunters movie is coming back to cinemas – with karaoke-style singalongs just in ti...

Christie shares one of her favourite Shortcuts. Find out WHEN the Australian Gold Rush took place, WHO joined the hunt for gold, and WHAT lasting effects the Gold Rush had on the nation of Australia.

Grab your maps and your gold pans, because here we go!

⁠ClassroomResources⁠

LINKS

Gold - Australian Government Geoscience: ⁠https://www.ga.gov.au/education/minerals-energy/australian-mineral-facts/gold⁠

Victorian goldfields for kids: ⁠https://www.nma.gov.au/learn/kspace/victorian-goldfields-1854/kids⁠

Eureka Stockade: ⁠https://www.nma.gov.au/defining-moments/resources/eureka-stockade⁠

Gold diggers - Res...

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In this Squiz Kids Science Short, Zach asks the question: Why do we sometimes get zapped by metal? It's happened to all of us, and it can sting, so what is causing the ZAAAAPPP!?

Every Saturday, Squiz Kids Science Shorts answers the big, curly questions you’ve been wondering about — breaking down weird facts, everyday mysteries, and the latest science stories in a fun and kid-friendly way. Quick, curious, and packed with answers you didn’t even know you needed.

Do you have a science question you're dying to kno...

A fun kids vs adults news quiz to test who’s been paying the most attention to the week in news.

For the full episode transcript, click here.

Watch this week's Science Short on YouTube, where we answer the question: 'Why do we sometimes get zapped when we touch metal?'

Your daily kids news podcast.

Roblox warning for Aussie kids; England’s dinosaur super-highway; Instagram’s new rules for teens; and Australia votes for its favourite.

Roblox might be fun, but experts are warning it’s not always safe. With millions of kids playing, new rules are coming to protect players under 17 – including limits on chatting.

Palaeontologists in England just uncovered a 200-metre-long trail of massive dinosaur footprints – the longest ever found - left behind by bus-sized plant-munching Cetiosauruses!

Which feathery friend will fly to victory in the Australian...

Your daily kids news podcast.

Tears and cheers in Israel and Gaza; two fearless felines; baseball goes Bananas; and Royal Conkers to the rescue.

After years of scary fighting, a ceasefire has brought a big deep breath to people in Israel and Gaza.

England's wildest nut-smashing showdown crowned two new Conker champs!

From Ray Ray’s roof-riding road trip to Mango the motorbike-riding mustering cat, these fearless felines are living their nine lives to the fullest!

Baseball’s gone bonkers thanks to the Savannah Bananas! With dancing players, wild rule...

Introducing Blaze, Flo, Gust, Rocky, Scraps and Buzz - a new gang of super-connected superheroes. Together, they’re tackling climate change.

This six-part podcast series introduces kids to the different types of renewable energy that will power the world they will grow up to live in.

In each episode, a different energy superhero walks kids through the basic science of how each renewable works while an academic addresses the most common myths surrounding them.

Each episode comes complete with a dedicated classroom worksheet.

It’s a series designed to pique kids’ curios...

Your daily kids news podcast.

Good news for Gaza; Venezuela’s peace prize winner; Diamonds netball clean sweep; and Tay Tay’s record breaks a record.

Big news from the Middle East—Israel and Hamas might finally stop fighting. If the ceasefire holds, prisoners will be swapped and peace talks can begin. Fingers crossed this pause leads to a peaceful future.

Maria Corina Machado from Venezuela just won the Nobel Peace Prize! She’s been fighting for fair elections—even when banned from running.

The Aussie Diamonds crushed it in Adel...

Bryce shares a Halloween-inspired Shortcut on the science of skeletons.

LINKS

Google Slides of Classroom Activities: ⁠Moon⁠; Star⁠; ⁠Sun⁠

Making a Dancing Skeleton activity

For the full episode transcript, click here.

In this Squiz Kids Science Short: from trapped air and gassy bacteria to the reason they make different sounds (yes, even the squeaky ones), you’ll find out what’s really going on in your guts. Watch this episode on YouTube.

Every Saturday, Squiz Kids Science Shorts answers the big, curly questions you’ve been wondering about — breaking down weird facts, everyday mysteries, and the latest science stories in a fun and kid-friendly way. Quick, curious, and packed with answers you didn’t even know you needed.

Do you have a science question you're dying to know th...

A quiz that's all about all things Australia!

Who's smarter? Kids or adults? Find out with this fun, ten-minute quiz. Perfect for while you're lazing around at home or on that long school holiday road trip.

⁠What is Newshounds⁠⁠ - video explainer.

Find out ⁠⁠more about Newshounds⁠⁠.

Get started for free ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠.

Check out the ⁠⁠Squiz Kids website ⁠⁠for all of our other Fun, Free and Fresh offerings!

Join us in the morning during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

For more great content, check us out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠squizkids.com.au

Join us in the morning during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

For more great content, check us out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠squizkids.com.au⁠

Join us in the morning during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

For more great content, check us out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠squizkids.com.au

Join us in the morning during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

For more great content, check us out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠squizkids.com.au⁠

Join us in the morning during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

For more great content, check us out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠squizkids.com.au

Join us in the morning during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

For more great content, check us out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠squizkids.com.au⁠

Join us in the morning during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

For more great content, check us out at ⁠⁠⁠squizkids.com.au

Join us in the morning during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

For more great content, check us out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠squizkids.com.au⁠

Roller coasters used to be called Russian mountains… and today they’re a school holiday favourite for thrill seekers everywhere. Hang on tight — and maybe keep a bucket handy…

Links: Ferrari drivers ride at Ferrari World: ⁠https://video.link/w/jfdrd⁠

Kingda Ka tallest rollercoaster:⁠ https://video.link/w/afdrd⁠

Upside down 14 times on The Smiler: ⁠https://video.link/w/2edrd⁠

Roller coaster records: ⁠https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/news/2017/8/national-roller-coaster-day-10-theme-park-ride-records-for-thrill-seekers-486590⁠

Richard Rodriguez's 112 days on a roller coaster:⁠ https://www.lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/man-who-spent-112-days-2207189⁠7

This week on Squiz Kids Science Shorts: If a snake bites itself, will it die, or is it immune to its own venom?

In this Squiz Kids Science Short, we break down why a snake might bite itself and whether that bite would be deadly!

Watch this episode on YouTube.

Every Saturday, Squiz Kids Science Shorts answers the big, curly questions you’ve been wondering about — breaking down weird facts, everyday mysteries, and the latest science stories in a fun and kid-friendly way. Quick, curious, and packed with answers you didn’t even know y...

A quiz that's all about the Countries of the World!

Who's smarter? Kids or adults? Find out with this fun, ten-minute quiz. Perfect for while you're lazing around at home or on that long school holiday road trip.

What is Newshounds⁠ - video explainer.

Find out ⁠more about Newshounds⁠.

Get started for free ⁠HERE⁠.

Check out the ⁠Squiz Kids website ⁠for all of our other Fun, Free and Fresh offerings!

Join us in the morning during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

For more great content, check us out at ⁠⁠squizkids.com.au

Join us in the morning during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEST for the solution. Keep those cogs turning throughout the school break.

For more great content, check us out at ⁠⁠⁠squizkids.com.au

From Sydney to the stars, Katherine Bennell-Pegg is blazing a trail.
Australia’s very first astronaut joins Christie under the Squiz Kids Spotlight to talk training for space missions, chasing big dreams, and why STEM is for everyone. Along the way, we cover zero-gravity, space missions, and how you go to the toilet in orbit. It’s fascinating, funny, and full of down-to-earth wisdom from someone aiming for the skies.

And speaking of space… don’t miss IAC Space Day powered by LEGO® Play on October 3 — the biggest public event of IAC 2025 Space Week, and you’re invited! I...

Politics, prawns, and poo — oh my!

Annabel Crabb joins Bryce in the Squiz Kids Spotlight to chat about her new book, There’s A Prawn In Parliament House.

Along the way, we cover falcons, moths, and why kids should care about civics and the media.

It’s lively, thoughtful, and full of the surprises only Annabel can deliver.

There's a Prawn in Parliament House: The Kids' Guide to Australia's Amazing Democracy Think you’ve got the perfect one-liner to help Speaker of the House, Milton Dick, wrangle those noisy politicians? Share it with...

Bryce and Christie give you the buzz on the new kids' movies hitting cinemas these school holidays – from the return of everyone's favourite good Bad Guys, to a zoo overrun by zombie animals, the Gabby Cats on the big screen, and a feel-good film that's set to become an Aussie kids classic - Kangaroo. The perfect boredom buster for your school break!

We'll talk you through WHO Roald Dahl was, WHY kids and adults love his books so much, and WHAT you can do to write like him. So grab your everlasting gobstoppers and let's go!

For the full episode transcript, ⁠click here⁠.

Link: ⁠A toxicological analysis of George's Marvellous Medicine - The British Medical Journal.⁠

⁠Listen and describe, and create your own character task. ⁠

⁠Create your own Marvellous Medicine!⁠

Check out the ⁠Squiz Kids website ⁠for all of our other Fun, Free and Fresh offerings!

This week on Squiz Kids Science Shorts: With trillions of planets out there, is it possible that we are alone in the universe, or are aliens out there?

In this Squiz Kids Science Short, we break down under what conditions life might flourish, how we define life anyway, and with so many other stars and galaxies.... where is everyone?!

Watch this episode on YouTube

Every Saturday, Squiz Kids Science Shorts answers the big, curly questions you’ve been wondering about — breaking down weird facts, everyday mysteries, and the latest science stories in a fun...

A fun kids vs adults news quiz to test who’s been paying the most attention to the week in news.

For the full episode transcript, click here.

Watch this week's Science Short on YouTube, where we answer the question: Are Aliens Real?

Your daily kids news podcast.

Ragasa roars across Asia; Egypt’s 3,000-year-old security siren; a moon mission countdown; and five million view a fake.

Super Typhoon Ragasa has slammed the Philippines, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Vietnam and southern China with monster winds, wild rain, and giant waves. It’s the biggest storm of the year.

Archaeologists in Egypt found an old cow toe bone with a hole — and it wasn’t just weird old trash. It’s a 3,000-year-old whistle!

NASA’s Artemis II mission is heading for the Moon in 2026...