Japan rocked by earthquake, and Lachie Kennedy: Australia’s new fastest man

Japan rocked by earthquake, and Lachie Kennedy: Australia’s new fastest man

Author: Squiz Media July 29, 2026 Duration: 11:43
Your daily kids news podcast. Japan rocked by earthquake; Australia’s new fastest man; Knights and Demons in fake news scam; and a bee road train to the rescue. A powerful earthquake has struck southern Japan, damaging buildings, bridges and rail lines. Australia's sprinters were flying at the Commonwealth Games, with Lachie Kennedy smashing a 23-year-old national record and Torrie Lewis becoming the first Aussie woman to run 100 metres in under 11 seconds. Thousands of healthy beehives are travelling across Australia to help pollinate fruit trees after deadly varroa mites devastated bee populations. Squiz-E has sniffed out another wave of fake sports stories spreading online. For the full episode transcript, click here. Tectonic plates map: https://www.livescience.com/planet-earth/geology/how-many-tectonic-plates-does-earth-have Squiz Kids Shortcut to Earthquakes and Volcanoes:  https://www.squizkids.com.au/podcast/your-shortcut-to-earthquakes-and-volcanoes/ We’d love your feedback! Help us make Squiz Kids even better by completing our short listener survey. It takes about 15 minutes, and you’ll go into the draw to win a $250 THE ICONIC fashion voucher. Just remember to select Squiz Kids. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[Click here to take the survey.]

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.
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