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Squiz Kids
Squiz Kids is a news podcast, just for kids! Presented by Bryce Corbett and Christie Kijurina, it's a 10 minutes of age-appropriate news , delivered with positivity and humour. Make it part of your daily routine by playing it over breakfast, during the drive to school or - for all the Squiz teachers out there - in the classroom. There's also kids v adults quizzes, a book club, kids-only Q&As (with people like the Prime Minister!), deep dives into topics kids love (from Barbie to Halloween…
Episodes
Squiz KidsAustralia Day - From the Vault
First released in 2023, this Squiz Kids Shortcut is back. January 26 has been known by many names over time: Landing Day, Foundation Day, Invasion Day and…
Squiz KidsCould the Earth ever stop spinning? Science Short
In this Squiz Kids Science Short, Christie explains why our planet is very slowly slowing down, what that means for the length of our days, and why you won’t…
Squiz KidsBumper Holiday S'Quiz: Epic Explorers
It’s time for a Bumper Kids v Adults Holiday S’Quiz, and this one’s all about Epic Explorers. From ancient travellers and daring sea voyages, to sky-high…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #48 - Solution
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #48
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #47 - Solution
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #47
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsSugar - From the Vault
Sugar isn’t just for cakes and lollies. In this From the Vault Squiz Kids episode, Amanda and Bryce explore why humans love sugar, how it helps food last…
Squiz KidsAre spiders' webs as strong as steel? Science Short
In this Squiz Kids Science Short, Christie untangles one of science’s most popular claims — and asks whether something as delicate as a cobweb could ever build…
Squiz KidsBumper Holiday S'Quiz: Sporting Events
It’s time for a Bumper Kids v Adults Holiday S’Quiz, and this one’s all about Sporting Events. From The Ashes and grand finals, to the Olympics, World Cups and…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #46 - Solution
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #46
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #45 - Solution
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #45
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsSneakers - From the Vault
Sneakers. Trainers. Runners. Plimsolls. Whatever you call them, they’ve gone from beach shoes and basketball courts to resale treasure worth thousands of…
Squiz KidsHow Do We Date Really Old Things? Science Short
How do scientists work out how old things really are — when they’re way too old for birthday candles? In this Squiz Kids Science Short, Christie explains how…
Squiz KidsBumper Holiday S'Quiz: Outer Space Oddities
It’s time for a Bumper Kids v Adults Holiday S’Quiz — and this one is all about Outer Space Oddities. From floating blobs of water and stretchy black holes to…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #44 - Solution
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #44
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #43 - Solution
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #43
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsSummer Survival Guide - From the Vault
It’s hot. It’s sandy. Something just brushed past your leg in the water. Welcome to summer in Australia. In this classic Squiz Kids episode, we count down ten…
Squiz KidsWhy do we get goosebumps? Science Short
Why do we get goosebumps when we’re cold, scared, or moved by music? In this Squiz Kids Science Short, Christie explains what’s really happening under your…
Squiz KidsBumper Holiday S'Quiz: Big Events of 2025
It’s time for a Bumper Kids v Adults S’Quiz — and this one is all about the Big Events of 2025. From blockbuster movies and chart-topping pop stars to…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #42 - Solution
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #42
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #41 - Solution
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #41
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsFireworks - From the Vault
Fireworks light up the sky at New Year’s Eve celebrations around the world — but how do they actually work? And why do they come in so many colours? In this…
Squiz KidsHow does gravity work? Science Short
Why do things fall down… but the Moon doesn’t? In this Squiz Kids Science Short, we answer the big question: how does gravity work? Discover how everything…
Squiz KidsBumper Holiday S'Quiz: Christmas Traditions
It’s time for a Bumper Kids v Adults Holiday S’Quiz — and this one is all about Christmas Traditions. From Santa snacks and Christmas carols to festive feasts…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #40 - Solution
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #40
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #39 - Solution
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #39
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsThe Science of Santa - From the Vault
Today, we’re revisiting what challenges Santa faces every Christmas Eve, how science might explain the magic behind Santa’s tricks, and why a little Christmas…
Squiz KidsHow can something super heavy float? Science Short
You can watch the episode on YouTube. In this Squiz Kids Science Short, Christie explains how massive ships and heavy logs can float using simple science, a…
Squiz KidsBumper Holiday S'Quiz: Gadgets, Gears and Gigabytes
It’s time for a Bumper Kids v Adults Holiday S’Quiz — and this one is all about Gadgets, Gears and Gigabytes. From ancient inventions like wheels, boats and…
Squiz KidsHoliday Movie Guide - Summer edition
Pop the popcorn and grab your choc-top — our Summer School Holiday Movie Guide is here! We run you through eight must-see movies hitting cinemas these…
Squiz KidsSanta Claus - Squiz Kids Q+A - 2025
He’s very busy. He’s at the North Pole. And he’s picked up the phone 📞🎅 In this very special Squiz Kids Q+A, Christie chats with Santa Claus as he answers…
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Special Edition - Bondi - Explained
In this special short episode, we help kids understand what happened in the Bondi attack — who was targeted, what the aim of terror is, and why events like…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #38 - Solution
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsHoliday Brainteaser #38
Join us in the morning each Monday and Wednesday during the school holidays for a brain-boosting riddle. Then, tune back in after 2:30pm AEDT for the solution…
Squiz KidsChristmas Traditions Around the World - From the Vault
Two billion people celebrate Christmas each year, but no two celebrations look the same! In this Shortcut, Amanda and Bryce explore festive traditions from the…
Squiz KidsCan you eat too many fruits and veggies? Science Short
Watch this episode on YouTube In this Squiz Kids Science Short, Christie explores five weird and wonderful things that can happen when you go overboard on the…
Squiz KidsKids vs Adults Weekly News S'Quiz
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.
Squiz KidsWorld watches as ban kicks in, and Rwanda’s dancing gorilla
Your daily kids news pod. World watches as ban kicks in; Rwanda’s dancing gorilla; Squiz-E doubles down; and the world’s longest dog tongue. Australia just hit…
Squiz KidsBluey levels up, and some mullet magic.
Your daily kids news podcast. Bluey levels up; the Swiss yodel to the UN; shed smashes speed record; and some mullet magic From today, kids under 16 in…
Squiz KidsChile - Squiz the World
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…
Squiz KidsPiastri’s desert decider, and outfoxing feral foxes
Your daily kids news podcast. Piastri’s desert decider; King’s crown jewels custard-bombed; Outfoxing feral foxes; and the seal that walked into a bar. Oscar…
Squiz KidsWomen's Football (Soccer) - From the Vault
It’s been a massive week for the Matildas — with Sam Kerr making her long-awaited return to Aussie soil in Adelaide for the first time in 763 days, and…
Squiz KidsChewing gum: can we 'stick' to the facts? Science Short
Watch this episode on YouTube Humans have been chewing sticky stuff for thousands of years, but how much of what we think we know about gum is actually true?…
Squiz KidsKids vs Adults Weekly News S'Quiz
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. Watch the…
Squiz KidsRage Bait takes the crown, and Dodgeball til you drop.
Your daily kids news podcast. Rage Bait takes the crown; kids comment on social media ban; Trinity Library transforms; and Dodgeball til you drop. Rage Bait!…
Squiz KidsAction on supercharged e-bikes, and some sticky science
Your daily kids news podcast. Action on supercharged e-bikes; there’s a bear in the air; backyard sausage burials; and some sticky science E-Bikes are zipping…
Squiz KidsThe Moon... Your Shortcut
This is your Squiz Kids Shortcut to The Moon. The podcast where we dive into the who, what, when, where, why, and how of big news stories. It lights the night…
Squiz KidsMoon planet crash science, and the world’s smallest horse
Your daily kids news podcast. Moon planet crash science; South Africa’s hippo town; Roos and Matildas celebrate wins; and the world’s smallest horse. It’s…
Squiz KidsDr Seuss - From the Vault
He brought us barbaloots, wockets and the zizzer-zazzer-zuzz... His middle name is actually pronounced "Zoice"... and he makes millions of dollars every year…
Squiz KidsAllergies and Anaphylaxis: Why do some people’s bodies freak out over peanuts, pollen or pets? Science Short
Allergies are super common — but what’s actually going on inside the body when someone reacts to peanuts, pollen or pets? In this Squiz Kids Science Short, we…
Squiz KidsKids vs Adults Weekly News S'Quiz
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.