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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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Giant robot catches a rocket; talking animals in England; The Socceroos keep World Cup hopes alive; and the tiniest load of laundry.
00:10:34 | Season: 5 | Episode: 1123 | October 15th, 2024

Your daily kids news podcast. Blast off to Jupiter’s icy moon, Europa, where NASA’s gigantic robotic probe will search for signs of life under the frozen surface! A SpaceX rocket booster launched into the sky and—get this—flew itself back down into giant mechanical arms! AI at Cambridge University’s Museum of Zoology brings stuffed and skeletonised animals to life, allowing them to share their stories with visitors in over 20 languages. The Socceroos faced off against Japan in a heart-pounding World Cup qualifier! With Japan on fire and undefeated, the Aussie underdogs gave it their all to come away with a draw. Move over, laundry day—this world record-breaking washing machine is so tiny, it’s barely bigger than a Tamagotchi! Zero Hunger Sustainable Development Goal ideas  For the full episode transcript, click here.

Bangladesh… Squiz the World
00:11:43 | Season: 5 | Episode: 1122 | October 14th, 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 flying to Bangladesh, a fascinating country currently hosting the 2024 ICC T20 Women’s Cricket World Cup. From its rich history, beautiful landscapes like the Sundarbans Mangrove Forest—home to the endangered Bengal tiger—to its vibrant culture and bustling cities, there’s so much to explore. So, buckle up and get ready to discover Bangladesh! For the full episode transcript, click here. LINKS: Map of Bangladesh The Bengal Tiger Rivers of Bangladesh Rising Sea Levels in Bangladesh Rules of Kabaddi Sandesh – Recipe

Broccoli dodgers exposed; Secret tomb under ancient temple; light show from outer space; and Nedd Brockman does it again!
00:09:57 | Season: 5 | Episode: 1121 | October 13th, 2024

Your daily kids news podcast. Broccoli dodgers exposed; Secret tomb under ancient temple; light show from outer space; and Nedd Brockman does it again! A whopping 95% of Australians aren’t eating enough fruits and veggies! The new health survey says too much processed food is bad for our bodies—and even our farmers are feeling it. Archaeologists in Jordan have uncovered an underground tomb beneath the famous Petra temple! With over 2,000-year-old skeletons and ancient artefacts inside, this discovery is straight out of an Indiana Jones movie! Aussies were treated to a rare and stunning aurora australis last week! The night sky was lit up in brilliant colors thanks to a perfect cosmic combo. From Tasmania to the Gold Coast, it was a magical light show! Lachlan Morton just cycled around Australia in 30 days, smashing records! Meanwhile, marathoner Nedd Brockmann is running 1,600km in 10 days for charity—his feet even swelled to size 12! For the full episode transcript, click here.

A second storm strikes Florida; Aussies in Lebanon make it home; fake news hurricane hoaxes; and a Fat Bear champion is crowned.
00:10:35 | Season: 5 | Episode: 1119 | October 9th, 2024

Your daily kids news podcast. Florida’s in the middle of a weather nightmare as Hurricane Milton batters its coast, right after Hurricane Helene! With winds blasting at 300 km/h and flooding rain, millions have been told to leave. Stay safe, Florida! Your Shortcut to… Cyclones, Hurricanes and Typhoons Thousands of Australians are returning home from Lebanon, escaping dangerous conflicts. Special flights are reuniting families in Sydney, bringing joy after a tense situation. It’s a bear-y big win for Grazer, who snatched the Fat Bear Week crown from Chunk! This legendary mama bear juggled cub-raising while bulking up for hibernation. Go Grazer! After Hurricane Helene, misinformation is spreading like wildfire, with false claims that FEMA isn’t helping. Remember: always Stop, Think, and Check before believing what you see online! For the full episode transcript, click here.    

Big win for Aussie penguins; Tarantula season in the desert; the very curious koala; and Mario Kart blindfold champion
00:08:52 | Season: 5 | Episode: 1118 | October 8th, 2024

Your daily kids news podcast Big win for Aussie penguins; Tarantula season in the desert; the very curious koala; and Mario Kart blindfold champion Good news for penguins! A massive marine park near Antarctica is being made four times bigger, giving even more space for seals, albatrosses, and penguins to chill. It’s like a winter wildlife paradise! In Colorado, it’s tarantula love season, and these giant, hairy spiders are on the move, searching for mates. People come from all over to watch the “spider love parade.” Who knew romance could have so many legs? A curious koala caused chaos at a Sydney train station, casually exploring stairs and even checking out the lift! Link behind paywall A gamer in Germany just beat Super Mario 64’s 16-star challenge in under 20 minutes…blindfolded! For the full episode transcript, click here.

The Space Race… Your Shortcut
00:10:21 | Season: 5 | Episode: 1117 | October 7th, 2024

We’ll take you through why it’s been called a “space race” for almost 100 years; where that race is going now; and who is involved. For the full episode transcript, click here. Click here to check out some out-of-this-world classroom resources!

Storm’s social media fakes; marathon goat steals the show; a space rescue mission; and it’s Fat Bear Week everywhere!
00:09:48 | Season: 5 | Episode: 1115 | October 2nd, 2024

Your daily kids news podcast. Hurricane Helene caused massive flooding and power outages across the Southeast U.S., with winds so strong they could rip roofs off houses! Some people even tried to make the storm seem worse by posting old videos online. It’s the chubbiest time of year! Alaska’s Fat Bear Week has begun, where bears bulk up for winter. Fans can vote for the fattest bear, with Grazer leading the way! You’ve got until October 8 to pick your favourite furry heavyweight! Brooks Falls Bear-Cam Joshua the goat broke free from his farm and decided to join a half-marathon! He ran 4 kilometres and even got a finisher’s medal. What a hoof-tastic adventure for this speedy goat Imagine being stuck in space way longer than planned! Two astronauts were supposed to return in June, but their spacecraft had issues. They’ve been floating in space for 262 days now—luckily, a new crew is on the way to help them return to Earth soon! Watch the Newshounds Explainer Video Join Newshounds for FREE For the full episode transcript, click here.

Tension grows in the Middle East; Mount Everest gets a growth spurt; the Haka record comes home; and Pokémon could make you rich
00:09:37 | Season: 5 | Episode: 1114 | October 1st, 2024

Your daily kids news podcast. Imagine neighbours who just can’t get along! Israel and Hezbollah have been arguing for years, but lately, things have gotten even more dangerous. Rockets are flying back and forth, and it’s forcing families to flee. Fingers crossed, they find a peaceful way to calm things down! Mount Everest, already the tallest mountain in the world, is still growing! It rises about 2 millimetres every year. That might not sound like much, but scientists are amazed. Over 6,500 Kiwis just reclaimed the world record for the biggest Haka! This powerful Māori dance pumped up the pride of New Zealand at Eden Park. Take that, France—this record belongs to the Land of the Long White Cloud! Did you know your old Pokémon cards might be worth millions? One card is priced at $3.7 million! Collectors are going wild for rare prints, so it might be time to dust off your cards and see if you’re holding treasure! For the full episode notes, click here.




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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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