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The podcast currently has 1,198 episodes available.
Who's smarter, kids or adults?
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What is Newshounds - video explainer.
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Your daily kids news podcast.
This weekend, Queenslanders are off to vote, turning schools into polling stations. Steven Miles (Labor) faces off against David Crisafulli (Liberal National Party) for the role of Premier. Will they stick with Labor after nine years, or go for a change?
Basketball magic happened as LeBron James and his son Bronny played together for the LA Lakers, marking the first father-son duo in NBA history. They led the Lakers to victory against the Timberwolves, proving basketball runs deep in the family!
Scientists in South Africa have discovered remnants of a massive meteorite, the size of Mount Everest, that hit Earth 3 billion years ago. The impact was so powerful it made oceans boil, and may have sparked the beginning of life on Earth!
Squiz-E the Newshound is on the case! Fake social media posts claim celebrities like Taylor Swift and The Rock are endorsing election candidates, but don’t be fooled! Remember to STOP, THINK, and CHECK before you believe everything you see online!
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What is Newshounds - video explainer.
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Your daily kids news podcast.
King Charles and Queen Camilla are off to Samoa for a big meeting with world leaders, where they will discuss important topics like climate change.
Donald Trump traded suits for aprons, scooping fries at McDonald’s in Pennsylvania! He’s hoping it gets him votes in the election that's just around the corner.
A Canadian man walked 38 dogs at once in South Korea—breaking a world record! These rescue pups weren’t just walking; they were showing the world how awesome rescue pups can be.
Halloween’s creeping up fast, and the top costumes are out! Superheroes, spooky witches, and Australia’s breakdancing Olympian Raygun are all in the mix.
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Your Shortcut to... The United Nations
We'll take you through what the United Nations is, how it works, and why it matters—even to kids like you listening right now.
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Click here to check out some world-class classroom resources!
LINKS:
The United Nations - Britannica Kids
History of the United Nations - Behind the News
The United Nations on Children
The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals
Your daily kids news podcast.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla strolled through sunny Sydney, wowing crowds on their short visit. They’re off to Canberra next, but the big event is a meet-and-greet at the Opera House.
Beneath the bustling streets of Paris lie the creepy catacombs—home to 6 million skeletons! Scientists are now studying these ancient bones to uncover secrets about the people they belonged to.
Scientists are on the verge of bringing the extinct Tasmanian Tiger back to life. With the genome almost fully restored, tiger cubs could be just around the corner.
The Aussie Women’s cricket team faced a tough loss in the T20 semi-final against South Africa. While they won’t get their fourth straight title this time, this defeat could be the boost they need to come back stronger next season!
Your Shortcut to The Science of Skeletons.
For the full episode transcript, click here.
What is Newshounds - video explainer.
Find out more about Newshounds.
Get started for free HERE.
Who's smarter, kids or adults?
For the full episode transcript, click here.
Check out the Squiz Kids website for all of our other Fun, Free and Fresh offerings!
Your daily kids news podcast.
King Charles and Queen Camilla are coming to Australia tomorrow! They’ll be shaking hands, visiting Sydney and Canberra, and even enjoying a barbecue in Parramatta. Make sure to brush your hair!
The World Conker Championships got a bit nutty! The winner may have used a steel nut instead of a real chestnut—gasp! An investigation is underway.
Australia’s undefeated women's T20 team is heading to the semifinals! Despite injuries, they’re ready to face South Africa tomorrow. Can they keep their title as world champs? Fast-bowling fingers crossed!
Rumours about NASA and Elon Musk secretly controlling the weather spread like wildfire! But it turns out it was all a joke that got taken seriously. Newshound Squiz-E says, "Stop, Think, and Check!"
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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
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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!
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LINKS:
Map of Bangladesh
The Bengal Tiger
Rivers of Bangladesh
Rising Sea Levels in Bangladesh
Rules of Kabaddi
Sandesh - Recipe
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!
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