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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.

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Who's smarter? Kids or adults? Find out with this fun, ten-minute quiz. Perfect for while you're lazing around at home or on that long school holiday road trip.

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Today, we’re tackling 10 hazards you might come across in an Aussie Summer. We'll unpack what’s fact and what’s fiction, like 'should you pee on a jellyfish sting?' and, 'do you really have to stay out of the water for 30 minutes after you eat?'... and in the process we'll be more prepared for those harsh holiday summers.

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Join us on a super fun adventure to Aotearoa/New Zealand, the land of the long white cloud! Hop aboard the Squiz Kids Super Fast Supersonic Jetliner and dive into the world of mighty Rugby teams, adorable Kiwis (the bird, not the fruit!), and breathtaking landscapes. Discover the fascinating Māori culture, learn cool new words, and even find out why New Zealand is a playground for thrill-seekers. Ready for an unforgettable journey? Let's go exploring!

LINKS:

Simple Pavlova Recipe: https://www.recipetineats.com/pavlova-recipe/

Waitangi Day facts for kids: https://kids.kiddle.co/Waitangi_Day

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Who's smarter? Kids or adults? Find out with this fun, ten-minute quiz. Perfect for while you're lazing around at home or on that long school holiday road trip.

Check out the Squiz Kids website for all of our other Fun, Free and Fresh offerings!

What is Newshounds - video explainer.

Find out more about Newshounds.

Get started for free HERE.

Today, we'll take you through WHAT we think are some of the most interesting traditions observed on December 31; WHERE in the world New Year is celebrated on different dates; and WHY humans care so much about turning over the calendar, anyway.

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What is Newshounds - video explainer.

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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, Amanda Bower, on an audio adventure, where kids in Australia explore different countries each fortnight! Today, we’re heading to Japan, the land of Hello Kitty, sushi, and sumo wrestling. Our Super Fast Supersonic Jetliner takes us to the bustling city of Tokyo, lush forests, and unique islands. Learn fun facts about Japan’s geography, culture, and language, with cool videos and interactive activities. Experience Japanese school life, including delicious kyoshoku lunches, and plunge into the world of sumo wrestling. Get ready for an exciting trip to the Land of the Rising Sun!

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LINKS:

Shibuya crossing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jH29fAOE1kw

Kyoshoku, or school lunch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hL5mKE4e4uU

Sumo Wrestling 101: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cj_QyxPZE8M

Chanko Nabe: https://www.japanesecooking101.com/chanko-nabe-recipe/

Your Shortcut to... Earthquakes and Volcanoes 

Who's smarter? Kids or adults? Find out with this fun, ten-minute quiz. Perfect for while you're lazing around at home or on that long school holiday road trip.

We'll take you through WHERE you can find some of the most unusual Christmas dishes—to our Aussie palates, at least; WHY some families sit down to a 12-course meal; and WHAT is on the menu for dessert. 

LINKS:

Mattak in Greenland: https://guidetogreenland.com/travel-blogs/lisa-germany/food-tasting-whale-blubber-and-mattak-are-you-brave-enough/?affiliate=5

Smalahove: https://travelfoodatlas.com/traditional-norwegian-smalahove-recipe

Chinese peace apples: https://news.cgtn.com/news/7a41544d31457a6333566d54/index.html

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and who better to answer Aussie kids' burning questions than the big man himself—Santa Claus!

In this very special Squiz Kids Q+A, Santa takes a break from his busy schedule at the North Pole to chat with Bryce and answer questions sent in by kids from all over Australia. Ever wondered how Santa gets into houses without chimneys? Or how he manages to visit every child in just one night? And does he really have a favourite snack to find waiting for him on Christmas Eve?

Santa spills all—plus a few festive secrets—in this holly-jolly episode that's sure to bring a smile to kids (and grown-ups) everywhere.

For the full episode transcript, click here. 🎧✨