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The Week Junior Show

Fun Kids

The Week Junior Show

The Week Junior Show takes you behind the scenes of the award-winning magazine for 8 to 14-year-olds. Each week, Bex from Fun Kids is joined by members of The Week Junior team to discuss their favourite stories, debate the week’s hot topic and discover whether the ‘Real or Rubbish?’ report is fake news or the real deal.

Parent info: The Week Junior Show is recommended for ages 6-10 and 11 plus. It's an Episodic show that can be listened to in any order. Made in the UK, it's about Talk and Debate for kids. Launched in 2024, it has 1 season.

There are 100 episodes
© Fun Kids Episodes: 100

Episodes
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  • Sports day and beavers in your city

    30 min 3 July 2026

    The team share their favourite sports day activities as listeners answer last week's question about music that helps them relax.…

  • Keir Starmer resigns and changes for free school meals in Wales

    29 min 26 June 2026

    On Monday, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced he would step down as Prime Minister and Labour Party leader. Eve, Joe and Bex digest the latest – plus there’s an interview in this week’s magazine with a music therapist, which made us wonder: what music helps…

  • Social media ban and Toy Story 5

    28 min 19 June 2026

    Eve explains new government plans to set a minimum age of 16 for social media platforms as Joe shares the story of Parkrun, which recently hit its millionth ever event since starting in 2004.…

  • Armenian elections and the case for more public toilets

    29 min 12 June 2026

    Joe explains the results of Armenia’s recent election, what it means for their relationship with Russia and the EU, and why the country’s foreign policy is in the headlines as Eve shares the incredible story of the couple who visited every RNLI lifeboat statio…

  • Book Awards and skipping school for sport

    30 min 5 June 2026

    This episode, Bex is joined by Week Junior writers Eve and Joe to explore the biggest stories from the latest issue, including:…

  • Heatwave and Ronaldo's football boots

    29 min 29 May 2026

    This week the team will be talking about a spring heat wave, a rubbish collecting scheme in Germany and whether university education should be free.

  • In-car toilets and banning sun loungers

    29 min 22 May 2026

    Join Bex, Eve, and Joe as they discuss some of the most curious, creative, and controversial news stories for 8–14-year-olds.…

  • Campfires in the Cairngorms and top secret UFO files

    25 min 15 May 2026

    Bex, Eve, Joe and Kaye are uncovering newly released top secret UFO (or UAP) files from the US government, meeting an unexpected stadium mascot (is a real goose cheering on a baseball team?), and debating whether campfires should be banned after record wildfir…

  • David Attenborough's 100th birthday

    27 min 8 May 2026

    Amsterdam bans outdoor advertising for meat and fossil fuel products; meet the UK’s first 'gull ranger'; and the team discusses David Attenborough – the legendary broadcaster’s incredible century and the parties readers held to mark it.…

  • Giant tiramisu and an amazing axolotl rescue

    32 min 1 May 2026

    This week the team will be talking about the government’s new rules around smoking and vaping, a GIANT tiramisu and an amazing axolotl rescue. We’ll also be having a big debate about whether helium balloons should be banned.…

  • Mayo music and Local and Community History Month

    30 min 24 April 2026

    Bex is joined by Eve and Joe from The Week Junior, the magazine making sense of the world for 8–14-year-olds.…

  • School dinners and Daddy Pig's London Marathon

    31 min 17 April 2026

    The team talk Artemis II's safe splashdown, Daddy Pig's big London Marathon plans, and debate whether all woods should be open to the public. Plus: fairy tale adventures, self-care, and England's plan to change school dinners.…

  • Artemis II and wiggly bee bums

    33 min 10 April 2026

    This week the team will be talking about an incredible mission around the Moon, a stolen sports trophy and a wiggly bum dance performed by bees!

  • April Fool's and languages in schools

    29 min 2 April 2026

    This week the team will be talking about the first female Archbishop of Canterbury, a rare book about Vikings and a very cool pair of glasses. There will also be a big debate about whether schools should teach more languages.…

  • The best pranks, and should museums charge for entry?

    28 min 27 March 2026

    This week the team discuss your favourite pranks, share your movie recommendations, and reveal some exciting BTS news. This week's big debate is whether museums should charge for entry plus you share your creative projects and activities.…

  • How hedgehogs hear and Parliament leaving London

    31 min 20 March 2026

    This week the team will be talking about cuts to air pollution in cities around the world, changes to video game age ratings, and hedgehogs’ super hearing. There’s also going to be a big debate about whether Parliament should leave London.…

  • New allergy rules in schools and Basic Income

    27 min 13 March 2026

    This week the team will be talking about some of the news featured in this week’s issue, including the government’s plans for allergy rules in schools in England, a rapping world record and a basic income for artists in Ireland.…

  • What's happening in the Middle East?

    31 min 6 March 2026

    This week the team will be talking about some of the news featured in this week’s issue, including breaking down what’s been happening in the Middle East. We’ll also be discussing a Stone Age discovery in Germany, a new Olympic sport, and whether adverts playe…

  • Are audiobooks as good as reading?

    33 min 27 February 2026

    This week, we’ve got loads to chat about, including a monkey’s cuddly friend, a charity founder who’s made a difference in Sudan, and whether audiobooks are better than reading.

  • Lunar New Year and Larry the cat

    28 min 20 February 2026

    In this week’s episode we’ve got lots to chat about, including Lunar New Year celebrations, Larry the cat’s big anniversary, and the Winter Olympics.

  • Winter Olympics and sending humans to space

    28 min 13 February 2026

    In this week’s episode we’ve got lots to chat about! There’s the Winter Olympics, a new home for birds, sending humans to space, and even a crafty cat...

  • Greenland and no social media for under-16s

    33 min 6 February 2026

    In a week where the biggest artists in the music industry were recognised at the Grammys, and Dame Sarah Mullaly officially became the Archbishop of Canterbury, we’re going to be talking about some of the other stories that entertained and interested The Week …

  • National Storytelling Week and return of the lynx

    26 min 30 January 2026

    In a week where a very powerful storm swept across the US and Japan's pandas returned to China, we're going to be talking about some of the other stories that entertained and interested The Week Junior team.

  • Artemis II and a model Sun

    33 min 23 January 2026

    In a week where global ocean protection rules came into force, and a medieval ship was found off the coast of Denmark, we’re going to be talking about some of the other stories that entertained and interested The Week Junior team.…

  • National Year of Reading and retro tech

    32 min 16 January 2026

    In a week where tourists were stranded in Lapland due to freezing temperatures and the world’s latest tech was showcased at a special event in Las Vegas in the US, we’re going to be talking about some of the other stories that entertained and interested The We…

  • Is it OK to sell Dinosaur Fossils at Auction?

    26 min 9 January 2026

    This week, Bex is joined by Eve, Kay, Vanessa and Elena where they kick off 2026 with a big debate about whether or not you should be able to buy Dinosaur fossils, reports on the recent snowstorms and hear all about a viral cat…

  • NEW PODCAST: Judge Bex

    17 min 6 January 2026

    Get Judge Bex now: https://podfollow.com/judgebex…

  • Favourite stories of 2025

    21 min 26 December 2025

    Here's a round-up of our favourite stories and moments in the magazine this year!

  • Percy Jackson stars and giving gifts

    35 min 19 December 2025

    In a week where resident doctors started a five day strike in England and a pantomime horse race took place in London, we’re going to be talking about some of the other stories that inspired and entertained The Week Junior team. We’re also going to be hearing …

  • The future of zoos

    26 min 12 December 2025

    In a week where Ukraine’s president visited Downing Street and the Sports Personality of the Year nominees were announced, we’re going to be talking about some of the other stories that inspired and entertained The Week Junior team.…

  • The Largest City in the World

    28 min 5 December 2025

    In a week where the host of the 2030 Commonwealth Games was announced and the Winter Olympics flame was lit in Greece, we're going to be hearing what other stories entertained Eve, Joe and the rest of the Week Junior team!…

  • Cloud seeding and soil stories

    28 min 28 November 2025

    In a week where chancellor Rachel Reeves revealed the autumn budget and COP30 talks came to an end, we're going to be talking about some of the other stories that inspired and entertained The Week Junior team.…

  • The Week Junior turns 10

    28 min 23 November 2025

    In a week where the Deaflympics began and World Children’s Day was observed, we’re going to be talking about some of the other stories that inspired and entertained The Week Junior team.

  • Red Kite resurgence and Americanisms

    28 min 13 November 2025

    In a week where people marked Remembrance Day and Wales welcomed a new Archbishop, we’re going to be talking about some of the other stories that inspired and entertained The Week Junior team.

  • Tourist taxes and the Grand Egyptian Museum

    30 min 7 November 2025

    In a week where Chancellor Rachel Reeves gave a major speech ahead of the Budget and a rare diamond was unearthed in Botswana, we’re going to be talking about some of the other stories that inspired and entertained The Week Junior team.…

  • Halloween costumes and dinosaur discoveries

    31 min 31 October 2025

    In a week where Comic Con took place in London and Japan launched a spacecraft to the International Space Station, we’re going to be talking about some of the other stories that inspired and entertained The Week Junior team.…

  • The French Museum Robbery

    31 min 24 October 2025

    It's a special spooky edition of the Week Junior Show! Bex and The Week Junior team discuss a gem theft from a French museum, a top architecture award and a boy who's raising awareness of having a stammer.

  • Are AI actors a good idea?

    30 min 19 October 2025

    This week Bex and The Week Junior team discuss whether AI actors are a good idea, and how green turtles are making a big comeback!

  • The Amazing Works of Jane Goodall

    29 min 10 October 2025

    This week on The Week Junior Show, we talk about the life of conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall, we learn about a special Halloween costume swap scheme and an over 70s football team triumph!

  • Should teachers be able to work from home?

    31 min 3 October 2025

    This week Bex is joined by Joe & Eve from the Week Junior Magazine. They will be discussing some of the latest stories in this week's magazine including an international agreement to protect the High Seas and the national cat awards!…

  • Should children help around the home?

    35 min 26 September 2025

    Now, in a week where flights at European airports were delayed due to cyber attacks and the World Athletics Championships took place in Japan, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories that feature in the latest issue of the magazine.…

  • Jimmy Wales and making space for hope

    33 min 19 September 2025

    We’ve got a very special episode this week, because we’re taking part in the Be Hope Podcast Takeover, and we’ll have Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales on the show later to talk about why it’s important to be hopeful and how listeners to our podcast can help to ma…

  • Slime balls and feeding people

    26 min 12 September 2025

    In a week where Ethiopia launched Africa’s largest hydroelectric dam and Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner resigned, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories that feature in the latest issue of this week’s magazine.…

  • New school term and payment for good grades

    32 min 5 September 2025

    In a week where the Met Office announced the UK had recorded its warmest summer and South Korea announced a mobile phone ban in schools, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories that feature in the latest issue of this week’s magazine.…

  • KPop Demon Hunters and skincare for young people

    29 min 29 August 2025

    In a week where Guinness World Records celebrated its 70th anniversary and people gathered for Notting Hill Carnival, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories that feature in the latest issue of this week’s magazine.…

  • Snaps in galleries and oil rig art

    30 min 22 August 2025

    In a week where world leaders met to discuss peace in Ukraine and the word “inspo” was added to the Cambridge Dictionary, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories that feature in the latest issue of the magazine…

  • Chaos Theory and a Scarecrow Festival

    33 min 15 August 2025

    In a week where Armenia and Azerbaijan agreed a peace deal, and firefighters tackled a blaze on Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories that inspired The Week Junior team.…

  • Storm Floris and AI generated music

    30 min 8 August 2025

    In a week where some sacred jewels were returned to India, and there was a powerful earthquake in Russia, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories that inspired The Week Junior team.

  • Lionesses' victory and child-free holidays

    26 min 1 August 2025

    In a week that saw Donald Trump visit Scotland and the Dog Surfing Championships take place in Dorset, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories that inspired The Week Junior team.

  • Dragonflies and pool etiquette

    31 min 25 July 2025

    In a week where the Tall Ships Races took place in Aberdeen and Island Games in Orkney drew to a close, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories that inspired The Week Junior team.

  • Sandwiches made from fruit

    27 min 18 July 2025

    In a week where the Wimbledon tennis championships came to an end and the UK and France agreed a new boats plan, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories that inspired The Week Junior team.

  • 500th ISSUE SPECIAL: Tips on staying cool and should summer be shorter?

    32 min Season 1 Episode 500 11 July 2025

    In a week where experts revealed an ancient study in Peru and Texas in the US experienced flash floods, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories, events and people that inspired The Week Junior team.…

  • Sheep on homes and should we stop flying?

    29 min 4 July 2025

    In a week where Beamish museum won the Museum of the Year Award and a DR Congo peace deal was agreed, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories, events and people that inspired The Week Junior team.…

  • Chocolate handbags and flea treatments for pets

    36 min 27 June 2025

    In a week where world leaders met for a NATO summit in the Netherlands and a volcanic eruption in Indonesia disrupted flights, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories, events and people that inspired The Week Junior team.…

  • A perfume garden and a police officer's lost hat

    30 min 20 June 2025

    In a week where protests against tourism took place in Europe, and a collection of gold coins in France sold for a fortune, find out the other stories, events and people that inspired The Week Junior team.

  • How To Train Your Dragon and an incredible spelling bee

    35 min 13 June 2025

    In a week where the UK government announced that 500,000 extra pupils in England would get free school meals and the World Crazy Golf Championships took place, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories, events and people that inspired The Week Jun…

  • Taylor Swift and making shops responsible for recycling

    31 min 6 June 2025

    In a week where Poland elected a new president and Ncuti Gatwa said farewell to Doctor Who, we’re going to be discussing some of the other stories, events and people that inspired The Week Junior team.

  • Wild camping and SUVs

    33 min 30 May 2025

    A Supreme Court ruling means wild camping is once again allowed on Dartmoor and Kaye shares a heartwarming story from a donkey sanctuary in Ethiopia providing free treatment to hard-working animals.

  • Trade deals and bluebells

    30 min 27 May 2025

    In a week where Romania chose a new president and the new Lilo & Stitch film landed in cinemas, the team behind The Week Junior discuss some of the other stories, events and people that inspired them this week.…

  • Pope, walking to school week, and a head-bopping sea lion

    33 min 16 May 2025

    It's a week where the US and the UK agreed a new trade deal and authors and illustrators were celebrated at the British Book Awards. Plus, we're going to be discussing some of the other stories, events and people that inspired the Week Junior team this week.…

  • Panto GCSEs to animal impressions

    33 min 9 May 2025

    This week, Bex is joined by Joe and Eve from The Week Junior to unpack the biggest, silliest, and most heartwarming stories making headlines.…

  • Snail ice cream and power cut chaos

    28 min 2 May 2025

    Join Bex, Joe, and Eve for a brand new The Week Junior Show…

  • Superheroes and the Pope

    22 min 25 April 2025

    We've got writers Eve and Kaye talking about people around the world paying their respects to the Pope, the secret to a perfect bowling score, and some girls fighting for a change to their school uniform. There's also going to be a big debate about whether Sup…

  • Astrobot and a GIANT Easter Egg!

    22 min 18 April 2025

    This week we're talking all about AstroBot's big victory at the video game BAFTAS, a bronze age face and a giant easter egg! All this and many more Easter treats in this week's episode of The Week Junior Show!…

  • What are tariffs?

    25 min 11 April 2025

    We're going to be talking about Trump's tariffs, Saturn's moons and the 2035 Women's World Cup.

  • Myanmar quake and solar eclipses

    31 min 4 April 2025

    We're going to be talking about how the world has come together to help people in Myanmar after an earthquake, a solar eclipse that could be seen across the UK, and a very special cat.

  • Lab-grown meat and the World Athletics Indoor Championships

    21 min 28 March 2025

    We're going to be talking about the brand new TV show, a sea survey that's revealed some new creatures and some brilliant victories at the World Athletics Indoor Championships. We'll also be having a big debate about eating lab-grown meat. Now, there's a story…

  • Astronauts return to Earth and the Special Olympics World Winter Games

    24 min 21 March 2025

    We're going to be talking about the Special Olympics World Winter Games, two astronauts who are back home after nine months in space, and an amazing victory for Newcastle United. We'll also be having a big debate about whether peaceful protesters should go to …

  • Are poems better than stories?

    27 min 14 March 2025

    We're going to be talking about the world's biggest iceberg, finding out how a man's blood saved millions of lives, and having a big debate on whether poems are better than stories.…

  • International Women's Day and support for Ukraine

    22 min 7 March 2025

    In this week's episode, we're going to be talking about the European leaders promising support to Ukraine, sharing some tips to help nesting birds, and having a big debate on whether councils should collect bins less often.…

  • Ancient pharaoh discovered and remembering Benjamin Zephaniah

    26 min 28 February 2025

    We're going to be talking about the discovery of an ancient pharaoh's tomb, how hens have been helping boost olive farms in Cyprus, and a forest that's been planted to remember Benjamin Zephaniah.…

  • Super sewers and expanding Heathrow

    25 min 21 February 2025

    We're going to be talking about London's new super sewer, the secrets of polar bear grease, and a disabled astronaut making history. We'll also be having a big debate about whether Heathrow Airport should be expanded.…

  • India's tiger population and ditching Valentine's Day

    27 min 14 February 2025

    We're going to be talking about India's tiger population, a rebuilding project in Iraq and why poo is taking centre stage at the Jorvik Viking Festival next week.…

  • Van Gogh paintings and disco scallops

    21 min 7 February 2025

    We're going to be talking about the musicians who won awards at the Grammys, a hidden Van Gogh painting and disco scallops.…

  • Holocaust Memorial Day and Children's Mental Health Week

    21 min 31 January 2025

    We're going to be talking about Holocaust Memorial Day, chimps who like weeing together, and author GM Linton's tips for capturing special memories.…

  • Kindness is the Word of the Year

    22 min 24 January 2025

    We're going to be talking about kindness, which is the Oxford Children's Word of the Year for 2024.…

  • Firefighters tackling Wildfires in the USA

    22 min 17 January 2025

    This week, we learn all about the firefighters tackling wildfires in the USA, how technology is helping Emperor Penguins and a brand new theatre company in Wales!

  • A Perfectly Round Chicken Egg!

    26 min 11 January 2025

    Today we're talking about the snowy weather across the UK a perfectly round chicken egg and a star's hiccoughs!

  • Biggest stories of 2024

    20 min 26 December 2024

    It's the final podcast of the year and we're going to be doing a roundup of our favourite stories from 2024. We've also got a few messages from readers as you share your favourite stories from the year as well.…

  • WICKED singing and Strictly Come Dancing

    24 min 20 December 2024

    We're going to be talking about the winner of the Week Junior's Christmas cover competition, the Strictly Come Dancing final, and we're going over the upcoming Wallace and Gromit film as well. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether it's okay …

  • Pre-loved Christmas presents and the International Children's Peace Prize

    25 min 13 December 2024

    Rahul, Joe, and Bex digest the latest news. We talk about the winner of the International Children's Peace Prize, some award-winning artwork and dogs using their noses to help trees. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether it's okay to give pe…

  • Hamster flights and saving red squirrels

    19 min 6 December 2024

    In this week's episode, we're going to be talking about a project to save red squirrels and a city made from gingerbread. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether school dinners should ditch desserts.…

  • Angry Birds and British Sign Language

    21 min 29 November 2024

    We're talking about a big birthday for Angry Birds, a charity that aims to get kids moving and an unusual banana artwork. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether British Sign Language should be taught in all schools.…

  • National Tree Week and Children in Need

    23 min 22 November 2024

    We're going to be talking about robots piece of art, this year's fundraising for Children in Need and National Tree Week. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether prisons should be nicer places.…

  • Quest for dumplings

    24 min 15 November 2024

    We're going to be talking about the winners of a very important environmental award, a quest for dumplings in China and a wooden satellite sent to space. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether it's okay to have a messy bedroom.…

  • World Kindness Day, the US election, and snow on Mount Fuji

    22 min 8 November 2024

    We're going to be talking about World Kindness Day, the US election, and snow on top of Mount Fuji. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether school uniforms should be more relaxed and checking out a story in the magazine this week about a crew …

  • Know your rights and are timed tests fair?

    29 min 1 November 2024

    We're going to be talking about children's rights, an inspiring young football player, and a gamer who is helping out hospital patients. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether timed tests are fair on students.…

  • Halloween and robot waiters

    23 min 25 October 2024

    We're going to be talking about Halloween, how ants became farmers, and the government's plan to help improve the NHS. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether robot waiters are a good idea.

  • Hurricane Milton and the best season

    27 min 18 October 2024

    We're talking about how communities in the US are recovering from Hurricane Milton, the meaning behind wrinkles on elephant trunks, and a dance company that's opening up the stage for everyone!

  • Earth's second moon

    23 min 11 October 2024

    In this week's episode, we talk about The Wild Robot, how Earth has gained a second moon, and why broccoli might be on the menu at a fish and chip shop. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether kids should learn to grow their own food...…

  • Transformers and the Week Junior Book Awards

    29 min 4 October 2024

    This week, we chat the Week Junior Book Awards, sea creatures that work together as a team, and the recent X Games in Japan. We've also got an exclusive interview with the stars of the upcoming film, Transformers One.…

  • 2026 Commonwealth Games and skincare for kids

    22 min 27 September 2024

    We're going to be talking about dancing apes, some uniquely designed robots, and the hosts for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. We're also going to be having a big debate about children using skin care products.

  • Sign language and text walking

    20 min 20 September 2024

    We're going to be talking about sign language, a young person who volunteers to help others, and a victory for environmental campaigners. We're also going to be having a big debate about whether it should be illegal to text and walk at the same time.…

  • AI teachers and funky pizzas

    21 min 13 September 2024

    In this episode of the Week Junior show, host Bex is joined by Laura and Eve to discuss various topics, including an inspiring role model, a historic discovery made by two sisters, and the intriguing ways dogs remember their toys. They also engage in a debate …

  • Ice lollies and nuclear power

    18 min 6 September 2024

    We're chatting Paralympics, Air Ambulance Week, and La Tomatina Festival in this week's episode

  • School uniforms and Olympic torches

    23 min 30 August 2024

    In this week's episode of TWJS, we're chatting everything back-to-school and whether schools should require uniforms, to the Paralympics opening ceremony.

  • Paralympics and super blue moons

    23 min 23 August 2024

    We chat Paralympics, a rare super blue moon, and debate on whether shops should stop selling plastic water bottles.

  • Astronauts stuck in space and banana peel boots

    23 min 16 August 2024

    We're finding out about the extension of two astronauts' mission in space, innovative banana peel boots for zookeepers, and the ongoing war in Ukraine. Plus a debate about noise levels in galleries our favourite museums.…

  • Unrest in the UK and Olympic achievements

    22 min 9 August 2024

    Bex is joined by Kate and Eve from the Week Junior magazine.…

  • The Spectacular Olympic Opening Ceremony

    22 min 2 August 2024

    This week on The Week Junior Show, we're chatting about the spectacular opening ceremony for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, one of histories greatest fossil hunters and whether human stress can be passed on to dogs!…

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