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KidNuz: News for Kids

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KidNuz: Kids deserve a daily newscast all their own. Kickstart their morning with 7 minutes of timely, unbiased, and age-appropriate stories from politics, entertainment, science, health, and sports. Professionally written, professionally delivered by 4 Emmy-winning journalists who also happen to be moms. Listen in five days a week, starting at 7 am.

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Recent Guests

Callie Chapman
16-year-old author of Glitter the Unicorn book series and creator of Glitter for a Cause Kindness Kits
Glitter the Unicorn book series; Glitter for a Cause
Episode: 05.30.2026
Edith Skoronic
Long-time KidNuz listener who loves violin and creative performance
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Episode: 05.27.2026
Zach Miller
Para-Olympic snowboarder; athlete mentor for Classroom Champions
Classroom Champions; Team USA Paralympic team
Episode: 03.07.2026
Dr. Joel Gator Warsh
Board certified pediatrician and author of 'Between a Shot and a Hard Place'
Episode: 02.14.2026
Christian McCaffrey
Star running back for the San Francisco 49ers
San Francisco 49ers
Episode: 02.09.2026
Ella Dietz
A 15-year-old student and founder of the non-profit organization Vote On
Vote On
Episode: 01.24.2026
Cason Dean
Entrepreneur and founder of Inclusive Christmas
Inclusive Christmas
Episode: 12.06.2025
Briggs Cosman
Junior journalist and resident sailor.
Episode: 11.19.2025
Dr. Valerie Endres
Professor of Political Communication at Rhode Island College and leader of the Nationwide American Democracy Project.
Rhode Island College
Episode: 11.01.2025

Hosts

Kim
Host of KidNuz; frequent presence across episodes
Tori
Host of KidNuz and Kid News; regular contributor

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.6k ratings
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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cyntha14
    China6 days ago
  • Love this

    It is an amazing podcast it will bring your friends and their kids so much fun but I wish there was more pop culture

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Freya’s number one fan
    United States15 days ago
  • KidNuz pleas read this

    Need longer episodes and give a shout out to Payton

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oogie boogie boogie
    United States21 days ago
  • Shout out to Carlie and Reid who love listening to the podcast in Missouri. I have one problem though. I really don't think that a lot of this stuff on here is appropriate for "kids" things like war and fighting not that appropriate for literal CLASSROOMS to be listening to. 3 stars

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    the kids
    a month ago
  • Podcast reviewer

    Pretty good πŸ‘πŸΎ but. It’s not enough it’s just too long πŸ‘πŸΎπŸ‘πŸΎ but I had to do it I just got had to do it sorry about that and we get 15+30+15=60 minutes of recess which is equal to 1 HOUR.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Now you have The man
    United Statesa month ago

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Some listeners note a desire for longer episodes or more in-depth exploration on certain topics.
Many praise the balance of news, quizzes, and classroom shout-outs.
Fans appreciate kid-friendly, age-appropriate coverage and concise length for car commutes.
Listeners describe it as a positive, informative morning routine for families.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#172
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Apple Podcasts
#229
Canada/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#247
Italy/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#20
Hong Kong/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#24
China/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#63
Singapore/Kids & Family

Talking Points

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04.25.2026
Q: As far as getting people involved, how would people get more information?
People can go to the Digital for Good website, follow the hashtag #ICanHelp, and check the Instagram for updates, posts, and resources; the program offers internships and events to help students learn and participate.
04.25.2026
Q: When you talk to other, your classmates about this concept of Digital for Good and being able to be positive, what kind of response do you get?
I get a lot of, wow, that's awesome, because many students have experienced negativity online, but I see interest and excitement to be part of positive change, with peers wanting to get involved and to learn how to handle online challenges.
03.20.2026
Q: Who is returning as Spider-Man in a new movie?
Tom Holland.
03.20.2026
Q: What dog breed just returned to the top five most popular in the US?
Dachshunds.
03.02.2026
Q: Who is Kunal Nair and what is he doing for families?
Kunal Nair is paying off medical expenses for strangers, showing his commitment to philanthropy.

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KidNuz presents a concise, daily news briefing designed for kids and families, delivering 7-minute, age-appropriate headlines across politics, science, health, sports, and entertainment. Episodes mix quick updates with kid-friendly quizzes, classroom shout-outs, and light commentary, aiming for unbiased, informative content that keeps young listeners engaged without fear-mongering. Noteworthy is the consistent, station-wide sponsorships and a strong emphasis on educational value, accessibility, and family participation, making it a reliable morning routine for households, schools, and educators seeking digestible current events for kids.

Across recent episodes, topics span global events, culture, and science with timely updates and engagin... more

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2. Edith Skoronic
3. Zach Miller
4. Dr. Joel Gator Warsh
5. Christian McCaffrey
6. Ella Dietz
7. Cason Dean
8. Briggs Cosman

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