Episodios

  • First week jitters for Aussie pollies, and the action hero in fake news foul-up.

    First week jitters for Aussie pollies, and the action hero in fake news foul-up.
    Jul 23 2025
    Your daily kids news podcast. First week jitters for Aussie pollies; Utah’s underground power station; the action hero in fake news foul-up; and Australia’s top dog. It’s back-to-school vibes for Australia’s freshly elected politicians! They’ve suited up and headed to Parliament House, where they’re giving their “First Speeches” and getting down to business. A mega-drill in Utah is tapping into super-hot underground rocks to make clean electricity! It’s called geothermal energy, and it might one day power homes across the whole planet. Meet Eva, the border collie from Queensland who rounded up cows like a boss and won Australia’s top cattle dog prize! Fake internet posts claimed some famous celebs had died—but surprise! They hadn’t. Action star Jason Statham and talent judge Simon Cowell are both very much alive. Remember to STOP, THINK, and CHECK before believing wild stuff online. Send in your questions for Andy Griffiths by Tuesday, August 5, to be in the running to win one of ten copies of Andy’s new book .. AND the best question - as judged by Andy - will win a double pass to see Andy at his Opera House show in Sydney in September. Email them to squizkids@thesquiz.com.au For the full episode transcript, click here.
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  • South Australia’s blooming disaster, and robo-rabbits to the rescue.

    South Australia’s blooming disaster, and robo-rabbits to the rescue.
    Jul 22 2025
    Your daily kids news podcast. South Australia’s blooming disaster; an Ancient Roman big-foot; puppy TV preferences; and robo-rabbits to the rescue. South Australia’s sea is in serious trouble! A monstrous algal bloom the size of 72 Sydney Harbours is killing fish and messing up marine life. Archaeologists found Roman shoes near Hadrian’s Wall—and some are HUGE! Like, size-14-huge. Were ancient soldiers giants, or just into extra-thick socks? No one knows. Your dog’s TV style might match their personality! Excitable pups chase stuff on screen, while nervous ones get spooked by TV doorbells. A new study says knowing what dogs like to watch could keep them calm and happy. Florida scientists are fighting back against giant pythons with robot rabbits! These high-tech fluffballs act like real bunnies to lure sneaky snakes out. For the full episode transcript, click here.
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    11 m
  • Luxembourg - Squiz the World

    Luxembourg - Squiz the World
    Jul 21 2025
    Each fortnight, we give the world globe a spin, and see where we land. Then we take the kids of Australia on an audio excursion to visit that country and its people. Join your captain, Christie Kijurina, on an audio adventure. Today, we're heading to one of Europe’s tiniest countries—Luxembourg! Wedged between France, Germany and Belgium, this pint-sized powerhouse is packed with castles, culture, and curious facts. From its three official languages to its border-hopping locals, there’s plenty to discover. So, buckle up and get ready to explore Luxembourg! Gromperekichelcher Recipe For the full episode transcript, click here.
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  • Ancient ice in secret lab, and Pikachu takes on the Fantastic Four.

    Ancient ice in secret lab, and Pikachu takes on the Fantastic Four.
    Jul 20 2025
    Your daily kids news podcast. Ancient ice in secret lab; Shark dancing in the Bahamas; how maths and soccer combine; and Pikachu takes on the Fantastic Four. Scientists in England are thawing ⁠a 1.5 million-year-old ice block ⁠like a giant ancient popsicle! Inside it? Dust, ash, and teeny algae that could reveal what Earth was like waaay back when humans weren’t even around yet! Forget ballroom dancing—how about ⁠underwater salsa with sharks⁠?! A wild new TV show has scuba divers twirling with tiger sharks and hammerheads. Who knew ⁠maths could be your secret sports weapon⁠? Soccer stars are using stats to predict where goalies dive. It’s a pop culture smackdown! The Fantastic Four blast into cinemas, but Pikachu steals the spotlight with a DJ teaser and big announcements in a livestream. For the full episode transcript, ⁠click here⁠.
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  • Holiday Brainteaser #32 - Answer

    Holiday Brainteaser #32 - Answer
    Jul 18 2025
    Check out today's Squiz Kids Science Short where Christie answers the question: '⁠Does a bigger brain make you smarter⁠?' 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
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  • Holiday Brainteaser #32

    Holiday Brainteaser #32
    Jul 17 2025
    Check out today's Squiz Kids Science Short where Christie answers the question: '⁠Does a bigger brain make you smarter⁠?' 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
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  • Holiday Brainteaser #31 - Answer

    Holiday Brainteaser #31 - Answer
    Jul 17 2025
    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
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  • Holiday Brainteaser #31

    Holiday Brainteaser #31
    Jul 16 2025
    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
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