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Your daily kids news podcast. Rise and rise of womens’ sport; Myanmar’s massive ruby find; seeing through virus misinfo; and here comes Eurovision. Women’s sport is booming, with huge crowds, big TV audiences and more athletes turning pro. A giant ruby weighing 2.2 kilograms has been discovered in Myanmar. At 11,000 carats, it’s a sparkling monster of a gemstone. Eurovision is back with wild songs, sparkly outfits and lyrics that make your brain do cartwheels and Australia’s Delta Goodrem is in the mix. Squiz-E is on the case, sniffing out dodgy online claims about hantavirus. For the full episode transcript, click here. Presented by Byrce Corbett and Christie Kijurina.

Your daily kids news podcast. The facts about hantavirus; Nollywood’s night of nights; huge-mouthed humpbacks; and a goalpost goof-up Passengers from around the world are being carefully flown home after a rare virus outbreak on a cruise ship near South America. Experts say it’s serious, but thankfully, it's much harder to spread than COVID. At Nigeria’s biggest entertainment awards, stars rocked outfits covered in crystals, giant sculptures… and even 500 loaves of bread! Humpback whales have been caught opening their mouths super wide underwater, and we're not sure why... Police in the UK spotted a driver cruising along with a full-sized soccer goal balanced on top of their car! For the full episode transcript, click here. One man's drive around the world. Presented by Byrce Corbett and Christie Kijurina.

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 Tanzania, a spectacular East African country famous for the Great Migration, where millions of animals thunder across the Serengeti plains each year. Along the way, we’ll climb mighty Mount Kilimanjaro, discover some of the oldest human footprints ever found, explore the spice-trading history of Zanzibar, and learn about the Maasai people and the Swahili language. So, buckle up and get ready to explore Tanzania. For the full episode transcript, click here. ⁠How to make Zanzibar Pizza Presented by Byrce Corbett and Christie Kijurina.

Your daily kids news podcast. Minions and Lego in meme warfare; Venice’s arty toilets; UFO files released; and David Attenborough honoured with a wasp. AI-made videos using Lego characters and Minions are flooding the internet during the war in Iran. Experts call it “meme warfare." At the famous art festival in Venice, crowds are lining up to see… toilets. Yep, a bizarre artwork turns toilet water into clean water in front of visitors. The US government released secret reports about UFO sightings, including strange lights spotted by pilots and astronauts. Legendary nature filmmaker David Attenborough celebrated his 100th birthday, and even had a brand-new wasp species named after him! For the full episode transcript, click here.

With flu season making its annual return, we’re heading back into the Squiz Kids vault to revisit one of our most fascinating and slightly gross Shortcuts. In Vanquished Viruses and Banished Bacteria, we explore the diseases that once terrified people around the world, from scurvy on the high seas to the Black Death, polio and smallpox. Along the way, uncover some of the strange and surprising ways people tried to treat illness before modern medicine, and explain how science has helped control, and in some cases, eliminate some of history’s most dangerous diseases.

In this Squiz Kids Science Short, we explore what smell actually is, how your brain recognises different scents using patterns of signals, and why smell has been one of the most mysterious senses for scientists to understand. Plus, we take a look at brand new research from Harvard Medical School revealing a hidden “map” inside the nose. It’s a fascinating look at one of your body’s most powerful — and surprising — senses… hiding right under your nose.

Your daily kids news podcast. Meteors and comets in night’s sky; Japan’s pop concert prayers; Tigers fan goes viral; and fighting deepfake photos. This month, the night sky is putting on a spectacular show! In Tokyo, music fans are visiting a special shrine hoping for luck in scoring tickets to their favourite bands. A young Wests Tigers fan was caught crying after his team’s tough loss—but things turned around when Nicho Hynes sent him a kind message. The Prime Minister of Italy shared a fake AI-made image of herself to warn people how convincing deepfakes can be. For the full episode transcript, click here.

Your daily kids news podcast. Met Gala costume masterpieces; kiwis comeback to the capital; a donkey in disguise; and gallery goers strip off. At the famous Met Gala in New York City, celebrities rocked outfits that looked like walking artworks! In Wellington, the iconic kiwi bird is making an amazing comeback! After nearly disappearing, hundreds are returning thanks to a huge community effort. People in Armenia were shocked to see a zebra roaming the streets… until they realised it was actually a donkey painted with stripes! At a museum in Switzerland, visitors explored art while wearing swimsuits! Inspired by famous paintings of bathers, people became part of the artwork themselves. For the full episode transcript, click here.

Your Shortcut to... K-Pop In this Squiz Kids Shortcut, Christie and Bryce explore what K-pop really is (hint: it’s much more than just music), how young performers train for years to become K-pop idols, and why fans all around the world are chanting, dancing, and waving light sticks — even when they don’t speak the language. From the viral explosion of Gangnam Style to the global superstar success of BTS, this episode unpacks how a music genre from South Korea became a worldwide phenomenon — powered by talent, teamwork, and some seriously dedicated fans. So whether you’re already a K-pop superfan or just K-pop curious… this is your Shortcut to understanding the music, the movement, and the magic. 🎧 Listen carefully — there’s a S’Quiz at the end! For the full episode transcript, click here.

Your daily kids news podcast. Saving Timmy the whale; Japan’s big bear problem; Fiji’s cyclone-predicting bees; and Baby Yoda’s big debut. A humpback whale named Timmy got stuck near Germany—uh oh! But a team of helpers dug a channel and used a giant floating barge to guide him back to sea. In Japan, bears are waking up from winter naps—and heading closer to towns! People are carrying bells to stay safe, while hoping there’s enough food in the forests to keep the bears happy (and away from humans). In Fiji, bees might be better than weather apps! When they build hives close to the ground, it’s a sign a cyclone could be coming. It’s Star Wars Day—May the Fourth be with you! Fans are celebrating, and adorable Grogu (aka Baby Yoda) is heading to cinemas in a new movie. For the full episode transcript, click here.

In this From The Vault episode, we rewind to uncover the real history behind the galaxy far, far away — exploring how events like the Vietnam War, ancient Rome, and even medieval knights helped shape the story. From the rise of powerful empires to the rebels who fight against them, you’ll discover how real-world history inspired one of the most famous movie sagas ever made. So, whether you’re a Jedi master or brand new to Star Wars… get ready to see it in a whole new way.

In this week’s Science Short, we explore how cats pull off this incredible trick without pushing off anything at all. It’s all thanks to something called the air-righting reflex, and a clever two-step twist that lets them rotate their bodies in mid-air. We’ll break down how their super-flexible spine helps them turn, why height plays an important role, and what happens when they reach terminal velocity. It’s not magic. It’s not luck. It’s physics… with a furry twist.

Your daily kids news podcast. King’s message of friendship; China’s flying cars; Melbourne Storm’s fake news problem; and monkeys find a junk food antidote. With the world feeling a bit fiery, King Charles III stepped in with a message: take a breath and be kinder. At a massive car show in Beijing, flying cars that look like giant drones wowed crowds! In Gibraltar, cheeky monkeys gobble junk food from tourists… then eat dirt to fix their tummy aches! Sneaky fake stories about the Melbourne Storm are tricking fans online! Even Squiz-E the Newshound nearly fell for it. For the full episode transcript, click here.

Your daily kids news podcast. Remembering Port Arthur;  a running record tumbles; Chonkers the chunky sea lion; and the world’s biggest snack store A peaceful gathering marked 30 years since the Port Arthur tragedy. Families and communities remembered loved ones and the changes that followed. A giant sea lion named “Chonkers” is making waves in San Francisco! Weighing as much as a small car, he wobbles docks and surprises other sea lions. At the London Marathon, runners smashed records! Two athletes ran the full race in under two hours, something once thought impossible. A giant snack store is blowing minds! With 35,000 treats, including some very weird flavours. It’s like a theme park for your taste buds. SEAGULLS! (Stop It Now) For the full episode transcript, click here.

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 Vatican City, the smallest country in the world, completely surrounded by Rome, and home to the Catholic Church. From its beginnings as a marshy patch of land on the edge of ancient Rome to a place of emperors, early Christians, and centuries-old traditions, this tiny nation has a history that stretches back thousands of years. For the full episode transcript, click here.

Your daily kids news podcast. Record crowds for ANZAC services; ancient killer octopus discovered; new evidence of life on Mars; and the world’s fastest corgis. Early alarms rang across Australia as huge crowds gathered at dawn to remember brave soldiers. Things got tense when Donald Trump had to leave a big dinner after shots were heard nearby! In a hilarious race in Prague, speedy little corgies zoomed to see who was quickest over 100 metres. Scientists uncovered clues of a MASSIVE ancient octopus—almost as long as two buses! This underwater giant ruled the seas millions of years ago. The Curiosity Rover has discovered exciting clues on Mars—special molecules and signs of ancient water! Scientists think the red planet might once have been full of life. For the full episode transcript, click here.

What’s really going on when the sky flashes and booms during a storm? ⚡🌩️ In this Science Short, inspired by a question from Squiz Kid Clancy in Lindfield, we unpack the science behind thunder and lightning. Along the way, we’ll explore lightning as a giant spark, thunder as a shockwave (a bit like a mini sonic boom), what plasma is (yep — a fourth state of matter!), and why counting seconds after a flash can tell you how far away a storm is. Plus — what to do to stay safe, and why hair standing on end is a sign to move fast.

This week on From The Vault, we’re marking ANZAC Day with a special replay of our Squiz Kids Shortcut to ANZAC Day. It’s a story that begins on the beaches of Gallipoli in 1915, when Australian and New Zealand soldiers landed in one of the most significant campaigns of the First World War… and one that didn’t go to plan. In this episode, we explore what happened on that day, why ANZAC Day became such an important moment in our history, and how the way we remember it has changed over time. Listen carefully — there’s a S’Quiz at the end!

A fun kids vs adults news quiz to test who’s been paying the most attention to the week in news. For the full episode transcript, click here.

Your daily kids news podcast. Rugby league’s brain-safety bid; Aussie Pizza King cooks the competition; a ten-year-old chicken champ; and blue sunsets on Mars? Rugby league is tackling brain injury. New rules limit rough training to protect players’ brains. Aussie legend Johnny Di Francesco (AKA Mr Pizza) spun his way to 5th place worldwide in the World Pizza Championships in Italy. Move over, grown-ups—10-year-old Sophie and her superstar chickens just won big! With training, treats, and one bird named KFC, she wowed judges at the Sydney Royal Easter Show. A stunning blue sunset on Mars had everyone amazed… until it was busted as fake! But here’s the twist—Mars sunsets really can look blue. For the full episode transcript, click here.

Your daily kids news podcast. Oreos - exhibit A in court; a beakless bird becomes the boss; robots outrun humans in China; and a Queensland bushie rolls the dice A shopping showdown to decide if those bright sale tags can really be trusted! A clever bird missing half his beak is the top bird in his group, winning every showdown! In a half-marathon in China, robots sprinted alongside humans — and some even beat them! These speedy machines used smart tech to zoom ahead. A man in the Aussie outback turned his love of cattle and horses into a board game! Inspired by campdrafting, players compete while tackling outback adventures. For the full episode transcript, click here.

Your Shortcut to... The Titanic This week, we’re pulling out a powerful piece of history from the Squiz Kids Vault — the story of the RMS Titanic, the most famous shipwreck in the world. More than a century ago, in April 1912 — 114 years ago last week — the Titanic set sail on its very first journey across the Atlantic Ocean. It was the biggest, most luxurious ship ever built… and it was said to be unsinkable. But just days into that journey, everything changed. For the full episode transcript, click here. Links: Rare photos from inside the Titanic before she sailedEncyclopedia Titanica's "People" database of passengers on the ship and their fatesVideo of 2004 expedition to the wreckThe exact coordinates of the Titanic wreck25 Titanic artefacts salvaged from the wreck

Your daily kids news podcast. Humans lap the Moon; penguins make a splash in Argentina; an ancient egg cracks a prehistoric mystery; and the UN maps hunger in real time. A recap on what happened while we were away... Pictures from Space After being rescued and nursed back to health, 15 penguins waddled back into the ocean together! A 250-million-year-old fossil egg revealed a wild truth—early mammal relatives laid eggs! The UN created a super-smart map that shows where people are going hungry in real time. Using data and AI, it helps get food to those who need it faster. World Food Project Hunger Map For the full episode transcript, click here.

It’s time for a Bumper Kids v Adults Holiday S’Quiz — and this one is all about Memes, Online Games and The Internet. From viral videos and YouTube superstars to Roblox, Minecraft, and the mysterious origins of the save icon, kids take on ten questions before the adults step up to test their digital know-how. Who rules the online world… kids or adults? Plug in, log on, and let the battle begin. 💻🎮📱 For the full episode transcript, click here.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday 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.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday 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.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday 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.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday 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.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday 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.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday 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.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday 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.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday 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.

It’s time for a Bumper Kids v Adults Holiday S’Quiz, and this one’s all about the world’s most famous landmarks. From towering icons like Big Ben and the Eiffel Tower to ancient wonders like the Pyramids, Stonehenge and Machu Picchu, kids take on ten questions before the adults step up for their turn. Who knows their world wonders best… kids or adults? Grab a pen, keep score, and let the globe-trotting quiz begin. 🌍

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday 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.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday 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.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday 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.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday 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.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday 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.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday 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.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday 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.

Join us in the morning each Monday to Thursday 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.

This is your From the Vault episode, revisiting our Shortcut to Easter! Let's get ready to dive into the chocolate fountain to unwrap WHY people celebrate Easter, to discover WHERE all those Easter symbols like eggs and bunnies originated, and to explore HOW different cultures put their own unique twist on this egg-citing holiday. So adjust your Easter bonnets, because here we go! For the full episode transcript, ⁠click here⁠.

It’s time for a Bumper Kids v Adults Holiday S’Quiz, and this one’s all about Easter! 🐣 From hot cross buns and chocolate eggs to bilbies, bunnies and big Easter traditions from around the world, kids take on ten egg-cellent questions before the adults step up for their turn. There’s a mix of fun, food, faith and a few tricky surprises in this one… so sharpen your brain, grab a pen, and keep score. Who knows Easter best — kids or adults? 🐰 Let’s find out. For the full episode transcript, click here.

Your daily kids news podcast. New privacy rules for YouTube and Roblox; Moon mission countdown; fake climate news; and a cute set of capybara triplets. By age 13, kids could have 72 MILLION bits of data collected about them. That’s like a giant digital puzzle of your life! New rules might soon make apps ask both kids AND parents before collecting info. Four astronauts might be heading to the Moon to orbit it for a week. It’s all practice for future Moon landings—and maybe even a Moon base! Three baby capybaras (called pups!) were born at a zoo. These chill, giant rodents can grow as heavy as a kid! For the full episode transcript, click here.

What happens when a 12-year-old from regional Queensland steps into the shoes of Australia’s Prime Minister… and then sits down with the real one?In this special episode, we head to Parliament House to follow Jett Jarvis, our PM for a Day winner, as he lives a day most adults will never experience.After almost 500 incredible entries from kids right across Australia, Jett’s idea stood out: tackling food waste by helping Australians understand that wonky fruit and veg still taste just as good.You’ll hear Jett sit down with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to ask what it’s really like to lead the country every day, whether the job ever gets tiring, and why it matters for Australians to understand that imperfect fruit and veg are just as good as the perfect-looking ones.It’s a conversation about big responsibilities, small actions that ripple outward, and why young voices matter more than ever.A huge thank you to everyone who entered PM for a Day. Your ideas, creativity, and enthusiasm prove one thing loud and clear: The future is in very good hands!

Your daily kids news podcast. Our PM meets the real PM; a traditional Mexican bird parade; electric planes take flight; and lucky socks avoid the wash. 12-year-old Jett swapped the paddock for Parliament and met the Prime Minister! He shared a clever idea about saving “wonky” veggies from the bin—and even got a shoutout in Parliament. Imagine walking through streets full of singing birds stacked in sky-high cages! 🐦🎶 In Mexico City, this colourful tradition is still alive—but it’s slowly fading as people work to protect the birds. Planes that sound like whispers? Yes please! ⚡✈️ New electric planes are zipping mail across Scotland without noisy engines or fossil fuels. Would you wear smelly socks for luck? Lots of people do! Some even refuse to wash their “lucky” clothes before big moments. For the full episode transcript, click here.

Drumroll, please… 🥁 After sifting through almost 500 incredible entries from kids right across Australia, the moment has finally arrived — we’re announcing the winner of Prime Minister for a Day! In this special episode, you’ll hear some of the brilliant, bold, and downright creative ideas Aussie kids came up with to make the country a better place, from big, world-changing plans to clever, kid-powered solutions (and a few that might just make you smile). We also reveal our standout runners-up before crowning the one student who is in Canberra to step into the Prime Minister’s shoes for a day. Who will it be? What was their big idea? And what happens next? Hit play to find out… and get ready to feel very optimistic about the future of Australia!

Your daily kids news podcast. Counting down to a moon mission; Maryland’s stinky sock festival; a Little Athletics legend; and making music with mayonnaise. NASA hit pause after some pesky rocket problems—but now Artemis 2 is ready to roar! Four astronauts will zoom around the Moon for the first time in 50 years. In Maryland, people celebrate spring by tossing their stinky winter socks into a giant bonfire! Rylan Wooster isn’t your average 11-year-old—he’s breaking records left, right, and centre! With wins in multiple races, this speedy star is racing toward big dreams. Believe it or not… mayonnaise can be a musical instrument! Scientists say squishing and tapping it makes different sounds. Patrick Star might’ve been right all along... For the full episode transcript, click here.

We’re cracking open the Squiz Kids vault this week to bring you back one of our most mind-bending episodes — the Shortcut to the Deep Sea. It’s a place where sunlight never reaches, creatures glow in the dark, and survival means adapting to some of the toughest conditions on Earth. In this episode, we explore what lives deep beneath the ocean’s surface, how these animals survive, and why scientists are still uncovering new discoveries down there. Strange, surprising, and still full of mystery — the deep sea is a world like no other.

Why do humans have chins… and no other animals do? It’s one of the strangest little features on your face — and scientists still aren’t entirely sure why it’s there. In this episode, we explore what a chin actually is (hint: it’s more complicated than you think), why it’s unique to humans, and what new research suggests about its origin. It’s a short, curious look at one of the most human things about being human… and a reminder that evolution doesn’t always follow a plan.