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Created by: Squiz Media

Australia 6-1011+

Started: December 11th, 2022

Status: Active, 130 episodes

Kind: Episodic

Language: English

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Paris Olympics kick off tonight; a Florida zoo’s heatwave hacks; US Presidential race hots up; and AI’s mapping Minecraft.
00:11:35 | Season: 5 | Episode: 1072 | July 23rd, 2024

Your daily, kids news podcast. Big news in US politics: President Joe Biden won’t run for a second term, passing the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris, who’s eyeing the Democratic spot. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump has his party’s support. While the US battles a heatwave, animals at Florida’s Palm Beach Zoo are keeping cool with special ice treats. Black bears have ice piles, sea otters munch on fishy ice blocks, tigers enjoy frozen goat milk, and giant tortoises get refreshing hose sprays. Check out the fun video here! Scientists are using Minecraft to train AI to create maps just like humans. By watching players navigate complex worlds, neural networks—special brain-like programs—learn to predict landscapes. This research might even reveal more about how our own brains work. The Paris Olympics start tonight with early competitions in rugby, archery, handball, and football. Australia’s Rugby 7s face Samoa at 11:30 PM, and the Matildas play Germany on Friday. Don’t miss the spectacular opening ceremony along the Seine River on Saturday morning. Let the games begin! For the full episode transcript, click here.

The Ancient Olympics… Your Shortcut
00:13:47 | Season: 5 | Episode: 1071 | July 22nd, 2024

We’ll take you through WHEN the Ancient Olympics happened; WHAT sports the athletes participated in and; WHO competed in these ancient games. For the full episode transcript, click here. LINKS: Squiz Kids Shortcut Classroom Resources. Pankration men’s final video. Welcome to the Ancient Olympic Games.

Inside the global computer crash; big weekend for the Moon; good news for panda preservation; move over mullet, here comes the perm.
00:11:48 | Season: 5 | Episode: 1070 | July 21st, 2024

Your daily kids news podcast. A huge tech crash on Friday made supermarket checkouts freeze, airline check-ins stop, and even took TV stations off-air! But the tech wizards fixed it fast. Keep your eyes peeled, though—cyber scammers might be sneaky after this! It’s been 55 years since Neil Armstrong first stepped on the Moon, calling it “one giant leap for mankind.” Now, countries are planning to send astronauts back and even build a Moon base. Giant panda numbers have jumped to 1,900 from 1,100 in the 1980s. Thanks to zoo conservation programs, these cuddly creatures are making a comeback. Check out this cute video. Perms are trendy again, but it’s boys who want the curls this time! And Hello Kitty is celebrating her 50th birthday with a surprising twist! For the full episode transcript, click here.

Operation cripple the cane toad in WA; Blues win the State of Origin series; Squiz-E sniffs a hundred fakes; and a meteor rocks New York City. 
00:10:15 | Season: 5 | Episode: 1068 | July 17th, 2024

Your daily kids news podcast. Up in Western Australia, scientists are tackling a real-life cane toad invasion! These pesky toads are spreading, causing havoc for native wildlife. But there’s hope! New York City had a sky-high surprise yesterday when a meteor zoomed across the Manhattan skyline! The State of Origin decider was a nail-biter! After 65 minutes without a try, NSW Blues finally broke through, scoring twice in quick succession to win 14-4 against Queensland. Squiz-E the Newshound is back with a warning! Following a fake assassination attempt on former President Trump, social media is buzzing with wild conspiracy theories. Your Shortcut to Invasive Species. Nelson Mandela video explainer. For the full episode transcript, click here.  

A mega-cave on the moon; Irish unicycler wins a record; a super dog saves lives; and the space nappy is no more.
00:11:27 | Season: 5 | Episode: 1067 | July 16th, 2024

Your daily kids news podcast. Get ready to be amazed! Italian scientists found a giant cave on the moon using NASA’s radar. It’s as deep as a Rugby League field is long and might lead to an underground moon world! This could be the perfect spot for future moon bases, keeping astronauts safe from the harsh lunar surface. Meet Eamonn Keaveney, the Irishman who unicycled 495 kilometres across Ireland in just over five days, earning a Guinness World Record! Despite a sprained ankle, Eamonn pushed through 12-hour days. This isn’t his first record—he’s also the champ of the longest barefoot journey! Way to go, Eamonn, you’re one wheel-y impressive dude! Meet Sharwood, the incredible doggy blood donor! This eight-year-old pooch has saved the lives of 160 dogs by donating his blood. Despite retiring, Sharwood’s legacy as a life-saver will continue to inspire. Sharwood, Squiz Kids salutes you for being a true canine hero! Astronauts no longer need to wear uncomfortable adult diapers during spacewalks! Inspired by sci-fi, researchers have developed a system to recycle pee into drinking water. With NASA’s Artemis moon missions approaching, this new tech will be a game-changer. Future astronauts might sip on recycled space juice while exploring the moon! Cheers to that! For the full episode transcript, click here. Squiz Kids website

France… Squiz the World
00:13:47 | Season: 5 | Episode: 1066 | July 15th, 2024

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 off to France, the land of croissants, cheese, and the Eiffel Tower! This beautiful country, known for its rich culture and history, is the most visited in the world. Along the way, we’ll learn some French language, explore its iconic landmarks, and discover the secrets of French cuisine. So buckle up and join us on the Squiz Kids Super Fast Supersonic Jetliner for an exciting adventure to France! For the full episode transcript, click here. LINKS: Virtual Tour of the Louvre: https://www.louvre.fr/en/online-tours France’s Gourmet School Lunches: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ovO18E-hgew French Onion Soup recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1017256-french-onion-soup Baguette recipe: https://momsdish.com/baguette Jeu de la barbichette/ Game of the goatee: https://www.whistlefritz.com/la-barbichette/

Gunshot that shocked the world; Euro 2024 grand final; Mr Beast breaks a record; and the tinned tuna Olympics.
00:11:40 | Season: 5 | Episode: 1065 | July 14th, 2024

Your daily kids news podcast. Former US President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt during a rally. As investigations unfold, we remind listeners to trust only credible news sources. Social media can be misleading, so check your facts! Berlin is buzzing as England and Spain face off in the Euro 2024 final. With a crowd of 75,000 cheering and millions watching worldwide, all eyes are on 16-year-old Spanish star Lamine Yamal. Who will claim the trophy? The Olympics are just 11 days away! Athletes from around the world, including 460 Aussies, are heading to Paris. Along with them are tonnes of food and other supplies! Get ready for daily updates from the Squiz Kids Olympic Sprint to keep up with all the excitement. Mr. Beast, aka Jimmy Donaldson, has hit 300 million YouTube subscribers​​​​​​​! From wild stunts to charitable acts, he’s done it all. His journey teaches us the power of consistency and effort. Lamine Yamal’s stunning Euro 2024 goal https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wDvDyO0UNvw Rosetta Stone explainer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHfOg9_sySk Bryce’s op-ed in the SMH and The Age https://www.smh.com.au/national/how-do-children-tell-if-online-news-is-fake-here-s-a-slip-slop-slap-up-idea-20240710-p5jslz.html For the full episode transcript, click here.

Julie Inman-Grant, Australia’s eSafety Commissioner – A Squiz Kids Conversation
00:11:03 | Season: 5 | Episode: 1064 | July 14th, 2024

This is the first in a series of Squiz Kids podcasts made especially for adults. Conversations with people about issues important to parents and carers of kids. In today’s episode, Bryce chats with Australia’s eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman-Grant about social media and kids – and the parliamentary inquiry currently looking at how to keep kids safe online. The Joint Select Committee on Social Media and Australian Society Squiz Kids




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Created by: Squiz Media
Started: December 11th, 2022
Status: Active, 130 episodes
Kind: Episodic
Language: English

Australia6-1011+
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