Squiz Kids

Author: Squiz Media

Squiz Kids is a news podcast, just for kids! 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, toys, sport, inventions, crazy science stuff, and so much more). Want a birthday shoutout? Email us at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au, or visit the Squiz Kids website. PS. We do news for big people (aka adults) over on The Squiz Today - a free weekday email and podcast. Search for Squiz Today in your podcasting app, or check out The Squiz Today newsletter here.
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Language: en

Genres: Daily News, Kids & Family, News

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Ancient killer octopus discovered, and new evidence of life on Mars
Episode 1519
Sunday, 26 April, 2026

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.