A total eclipse over Europe, and Aussie teens make their mark

A total eclipse over Europe, and Aussie teens make their mark

Author: Squiz Media August 11, 2026 Duration: 11:51
Your daily kids news podcast. A total eclipse over Europe; Colombia’s earthquake emergency; Aussie teens make their mark; and Brisbane’s underwater light show. The Northern Hemisphere is getting a cosmic double feature! A total solar eclipse will briefly turn day to darkness before the Perseid meteor shower lights up the night. Rescuers and volunteers are working through rubble after Colombia’s strongest earthquake this century. World records, gold medals… and an election campaign! Young Australians Isaac Beacroft, Izobelle Louison-Roe and Hera Sheppard are proving teenagers can achieve seriously big things. Brisbane’s water has been glowing electric blue thanks to teeny-tiny organisms known brilliantly as “sea sparkles”. For the full episode transcript, click here. Researched by Christie Kijurina Hosted by Christie Kijurina

Ever wondered how to make the day's headlines engaging for young minds? Squiz Kids has it figured out. Created by Squiz Media, this daily podcast transforms current events into ten-minute bursts of curious, cheerful conversation perfect for families. It’s designed to fit seamlessly into your morning, whether that’s around the kitchen table, on the school run, or as a classroom resource for teachers. The tone is always positive and lighthearted, ensuring news feels informative rather than overwhelming. But this podcast offers much more than a news digest. Listeners become part of a lively community where kids can test their knowledge against adults in fun quizzes, discover new stories in the book club segment, and even hear from high-profile guests in special Q&As-imagine a child getting to ask the Prime Minister a question! Episodes often take deeper dives into subjects that naturally captivate kids, exploring everything from popular toys and blockbuster movies like Barbie to the history of holidays and the excitement of sports. It’s a fresh, reliable audio destination that respects its young audience’s intelligence while keeping things genuinely fun. By turning the news into a shared, interactive experience, Squiz Kids helps build a daily habit of learning and conversation.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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Podcast Episodes
Why does cutting an onion make you cry? Science Short [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:08
Felix, from Hunters Hill, wants to know why slicing into an onion can leave our eyes stinging and tears streaming down our faces. In this week’s Squiz Kids Science Short, Christie breaks into the onion’s tiny chemical se…
Kids vs Adults Weekly News S'Quiz [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:16
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.
It’s Census time in Oz,  and Minecraft comes to Switch 2. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:14
Your daily kids news podcast. It’s Census time in Oz; Brazil’s capybara invasion; Mice plague a feast for owls; and Minecraft comes to Switch 2. Australia, prepare to be counted! Census night is rolling around, giving th…
The James Webb Space Telescope... Your Shortcut - From the Vault [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:15
The James Webb Space Telescope has been sending back extraordinary images of newborn stars, distant planets and some of the earliest galaxies ever seen. So, this week, we’re blasting open the Squiz Kids Vault and revisit…
Bird Flu Has Reached Australia… Now What? Science Short [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:12
Bird flu has reached Australia, but what exactly is H5N1, how does it spread, and what can families do to be prepared? In this special Science Short, Christie speaks with Dr Tiggy Grillo from Wildlife Health Australia ab…
Kids vs Adults Weekly News S'Quiz [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:46
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.
Rocket crashes into the Moon, and escaped lion fake news [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:05
Your daily kids news podcast. Rocket crashes into the Moon; Guatemala’s fire volcano erupts; Escaped lion fake news; and New Zealand’s ducks breathe a sigh of relief. A runaway rocket booster has slammed into the Moon at…
Aussie bird flu outbreak worsens, and Spider-Man’s massive weekend [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:09
Your daily kids news podcast. Aussie bird flu outbreak worsens; Spider-Man’s massive weekend; Salty sea dogs ride the waves; and some very Hungry Hippos Wildlife experts are urging Australians to keep their distance afte…