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Parent info: ICYMI is recommended for ages 11 plus. It's an Episodic show that can be listened to in any order. Made in New Zealand, it's about News and Facts for kids. Launched in 2022, it has 2 seasons.
Kapa haka is a living art form. It can involve song, dance and chants, but is also so much more than just a performance. This week find out more about kapa haka.
Join us for a weekly round-up of the news! Plus in our explainer this week we look at how the news is produced.…
Everyone sneezes sometimes, but do you know much about what happens when you sneeze? We look at how much of workout you get with a sneeze, how far a sneeze goes, and the world record in sneezes.
A deep fake is when video or audio is digitally changed to make it look like someone is doing or saying something they didn't. We look at what to look for to spot a deep fake.
Every three years eligible voters get the chance to vote in a general election. We look at why it is important to vote, and what impact it can have.
A lot of us can feel nervous and insecure at times, but for some people the feelings can become overwhelming. Today we look at what social anxiety is, and what you can do to support people experiencing it.
New Zealand has its fair share of hazards, from earthquakes and floods to volcanic activity. If local emergency services can't cope the Minister for Emergency Services can declare a state of national emergency.
In Māori culture tapu and noa are two very important protocols or tikanga, which can guide people's behavior. We look at how they can help everyone to stay safe and healthy.
In the 1970s New Zealand authorities started cracking down on so-called overstayers from the Pacific Islands, leading to increasing hostility towards the Polynesian community. The Polynesian Panther Party was formed as a way to protect their community and stan…
Attitudes to what counts as a family have changed over the years, and now we know families can take many shapes and forms. This week we look at the makeup of the modern whānau.
Vaping has been promoted as a way for people addicted to smoking cigarettes to kick the habit. But vaping's long-term health impacts are still unknown. We look at what is in some vapes, and how they are promoted.…
Join us for a weekly round-up of the news! Plus in our explainer this week we look at the origins of rap music.…
People often talk about rising sea levels, but what does it really mean? In this week's explainer we look at what is causing sea level rise and the likely impact on all of us.
Kīngitanga, the Māori King movement, was established in 1858, and aimed to bring Māori together under a single sovereign. We look at why and how it was created.
Your ego is that sense of what makes you you. Your ego can help you navigate tricky situations or undermine your confidence. We look at its role and how it can help or hinder you.
Lollies are hugely popular in Aotearoa. But who was the G.O.A.T. who invented them?
Video games are hugely popular in New Zealand and around the world. Over 90 percent of homes in New Zealand have a gaming device, but too much time playing video games can cause real problems.
Many of our actions have an impact on the environment, including how much much carbon dioxide we put out into the atmosphere. Find out more about what adds to your carbon footprint and ways to reduce it.
Everyone feels angry sometimes, but you don't want to let anger hurt you or others. We look at some ways to deal with feelings of anger.
New Zealand sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, along which 80 percent of the world's tsunami strike. We find out what cause tsunamis, and what to do if one hits.
Have you heard of the wood wide web? No, not the World Wide Web, the wood wide web. It's a web of connections between trees, which help make them strong and let them warn each other of danger.
Most people have experienced or seen bullying at some point, but no one should have to put up with it. We look at what it is, and some advice on what to do if you encounter it.
DNA holds all the genetic information which makes you you. A bit like a code or plan on how to put together the body. Find out more in our explainer.
Activists are people who speak out about things they think need to change. Activists like Greta Thunberg and Aotearoa's own Dame Whina Cooper started movements by taking a stand on issues which were important to them.…
There is a lot of talk of cryptocurrency in the news lately, but what is it? Cryptocurrency is a digital alternative to traditional money. One of the most popular types of cryptocurrency is Bitcoin, which has a very mysterious origin.…
We look at why we commemorate Anzac Day and have a closer look at one local war hero.
Dogs and people have been part of each other lives for at least 14 thousand years! But do they really know what you are saying when you tell them what a good dog they are? Listen to our explainer to find out.
More than half a million Kiwis have dyslexia. People with dyslexia may find it harder to read, but the special way their brain works can give them strengths in other areas.
Join us for a weekly round-up of the news! Plus we learn more about algorithms. We use algorithms every day, some are as simple as tying your shoelaces, and others help power artificial intelligence chat bots.
Electric cars have probably been around a lot longer than you thought. This explainer looks into their history, and how it is hoped they can help reduce the impact cars have on the environment.
News 2 Me is coming back, but... it's got a new name!…
Crushes, dates and big loving feelings, it's a special one for our final episode of the season. As you get older, you'll begin to develop strong emotions. So what does that feel like and what are the challenges?
Māori values and traditional customs give us guidelines on appropriate way of doing things. What are the do's and don'ts?
How do we deal with the feelings we have when things don't go our way? Learning to cope with disappointment - and honing your resilience - are really important life skills.
Why are people trying to stop possums, rats, ferrets and stoats from weaselling their way into our gardens, forests and mountains? We look at what conservationists, local groups and families are doing to reduce threats to our native species.…
Self-made content that goes global is big business. From livestreams to vlogs and TikToks, dancing, singing or cooking - the possibilities are endless. How do people get in on the act?
The clocks go forward this weekend, which may mean one less hour of sleep, but also the start of days that stay lighter, later. So why do we have daylight savings?
Fifty years ago supporters presented a petition to parliament, which led to te reo Māori becoming an official language of Aotearoa. We look at the history of why te reo use fell, and how it has once again been revitalised.…
This time we're looking in depth at climate change, what's causing it, what the consequences are and what we can do to fight it.
What is non-binary and what does it mean to be transsexual? Trans and gender diverse people can face challenges but one way we can help is by recognising a person's 'pronoun' - such as he, she or they.
More than 70,000 people have signed a petition for a name change to Aotearoa - and there are those who are more attached to New Zealand. We look at how those names came about and why people feel so strongly about them. What's in a name?…
In the middle of winter bugs, rains and winds, settle down for some laughter therapy... So why is laughter actually good for you?
What's the buzz about bees? This week we will have a round-up of the news and in this week's explainer we look at what role bees play in biodiversity. It's World Honey Bee Day next weekend and there's a lot to love about these stinging, buzzy insects.…
Place names matter and many Māori place names have great meaning. Let's take a moment to think about those meanings and about why correct pronunciation is so important.
Photoshop, Facetune, airbrushes, filters - there are SO many options for altering and adjusting digital images. But are we editing our appearance too much? And what impact does it have?…
Do you ever look to the night sky and wonder how vast is space?…
What's good? Howzit? What's up and Churrrr! It's time to get some education on the origins of some 'Choice as' sayings.…
Across the world, different countries have different objects, foods, animals and people that have become iconic to them. In New Zealand, we call this Kiwiana. Our icons are made up of all the weird and wonderful quirky things from years gone by that contribute…
Taxes - this episode is all about money, money, money! You may know how your family buys things, but how does the Government pay for what it does? Who pays your teachers and buys the things to build hospitals and roads?…
Mānawatia a Matariki! The first official Māori celebration to be made a public holiday in Aotearoa and we're here to tell you what it's all about.
The metaverse is the term for a collection of virtual worlds. - It is a universe of computer-simulated environments that provide an alternate reality for humans to explore. But will some people enjoy the Metaverse so much that they will prefer these alternate …
Besties, buddies, pals and bros! We are looking at friendships, what makes good ones, why they matter and what happens when we hit challenges. We build a large range of friendships as we grow up and each new friend shares a different chapter of our lives.…
Viruses are so tiny that you can't see them when they spread, they can travel via a sneeze or a cough and they can linger on surfaces. So how do we fight them? In this episode we look at why we get sick and how our immune system steps up to protect our bodies.…
Fake news - what is it? How do we spot it? Why do people put out information that is not correct? What is click-bait and why do we fall for it?
When we're feeling stressed or anxious, how can we make sense of our feelings? The answer: mindfulness!…
Plastic! It's in our homes, our oceans and filling up our landfills, but how big of an issue is it? Let's find out!
Puberty! What is it, why does it happen and what can we do to make it easier?…
Hey dreamers - wanna learn a little something about those crazy visions your brain makes while you sleep? Let's get into it!
It's Anzac weekend - and sadly war is in the news a lot at the moment. So we'll be looking in depth at the causes of war and what we can do to help encourage peace.
It's Easter weekend! As well as our news bulletin, there's lots of chocolate eggs to be hunted down. When better to look at sugar?
In our first episode explainer, we take a look at screen time, and whether it matters how long we are on our devices each day.…
Your weekly broadcast of tamariki-friendly news from a source you can trust. Public interest journalism funded by NZ On Air.…
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