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Squiz Kids

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Squiz Kids is a news podcast, just for kids! Presented by Bryce Corbett and Christie Kijurina, it's a 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... more

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Latest Episodes

Your daily kids news podcast.

Mission to solve Amelia Earhart mystery; Panama rocked by earthquake; Brodieโ€™s king of the mountain; and the worldโ€™s oldest tortoise.

Almost 90 years after Amelia Earhart vanished while flying around the world, researc... more

What do the Spice Girls, superheroes and household chores have in common? Theyโ€™re all part of the story of Girl Power!

To mark the United Nationsโ€™ International Day of the Girl on 11 October, weโ€™re digging into the Squiz Kids Vault for a Shortcut ab... more

How do our senses work?

An orange in your lunch box, a barking dog and an annoying wrinkle in your sockโ€ฆ how does your brain make sense of them all?

This week on Squiz Kids Science Shorts, Christie investigates an excellent question from Miranda fr... more

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Your daily kids news podcast.

Bravery medal for WA teen; Franceโ€™s school kids take to the streets; Fake health advice online; and the alligator who thinks heโ€™s Elvis.

Austin Applebee was just 13 when he raised the alarm that saved his stranded fami... more

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Recent Guests

Aaron Blaby
Aussie author and illustrator
Self-employed (author/illustrator)
Episode: Holiday Brainteaser #70
Lachlan Macfarlane
Filmmaker and content creator, one half of The Macfarlane Brothers
The Macfarlane Brothers
Episode: The Macfarlane Brothers - Filmmakers and Content Creators - Squiz Kids Spotlight...
Austin Macfarlane
Filmmaker and content creator, one half of The Macfarlane Brothers
The Macfarlane Brothers
Episode: The Macfarlane Brothers - Filmmakers and Content Creators - Squiz Kids Spotlight...
Andy Griffiths
Australia's best-selling kids author, Treehouse series
HarperCollins (mentioned through his Treehouse books)
Episode: Itโ€™s Census time in Oz, and Minecraft comes to Switch 2.
Tiggy Grillo
Chief Operating Officer and National Coordinator, Wildlife Health Australia
Wildlife Health Australia
Episode: Bird Flu Has Reached Australiaโ€ฆ Now What? Science Short
Adrian Gutteridge
Shark expert at the Marine Stewardship Council; former surfer
Marine Stewardship Council
Episode: Sharks...Your Shortcut - From the Vault
Andy Grethes
Children's author
Self-employed / Children's literature
Episode: The countdown to World Cup glory, and Europeโ€™s mantis menace
Amanda Bower
Guest, affiliated with Squiz Today
Squiz Today
Episode: The Real History of Star Wars - From the Vault
Anthony Albanese
Prime Minister of Australia
Prime Minister of Australia
Episode: PM for a Day... Our PM meets The PM

Hosts

Bryce Corbett
Host of Squiz Kids and Squiz Kids Today; recurring presence in kid-focused news and educational content.
Christie Kijurina
Co-host and presenter involved in Squiz Kids; often leads segments and Q&As with kids.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.5k ratings
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    Australiaa month ago
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    Australiaa month ago
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    SLAYdragons
    Australiaa month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise the mix of news, science and interactive quizzes as classroom-ready.
Kids love the engaging, friendly delivery and practical explanations.
Parents appreciate accessible coverage of current events with a kid-friendly lens.
Some listeners feel it's highly consistent and educational, though a few comments note it's designed for younger audiences.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#22
Australia/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#80
New Zealand/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#108
United Arab Emirates/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#232
Singapore/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#236
South Korea/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts
#237
Hong Kong/Kids & Family

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Unwanted Visitors - Invasive Species... Road Trip S'Quiz
Q: Question number two, which poisonous invasive animal was introduced to Queensland in 1935 to gobble up beetles that were attacking sugarcane crops?
Cane toad, introduced to control pests, later became a notable invasive problem.
Unwanted Visitors - Invasive Species... Road Trip S'Quiz
Q: Question number one, an invasive species is a living thing that arrives somewhere it doesn't naturally belong and begins causing harm.
Definition of invasive species is given and clarified as a living thing arriving where it doesn't belong and causing harm.
Holiday Brainteaser #72
Q: Where does Aaron Blaby get his out there ideas for his books?
From his imagination and curiosity about animals and quirky scenarios, which he then shapes into entertaining stories and character-driven illustrations.
Can a magnet really erase a phoneโ€™s memory? Science Short
Q: Audrey wonders if a magnet can really erase a phone's memory.
The short answer is no for modern phones: they rely on flash memory that stores data in electrical charges, not magnetic patterns, so an ordinary magnet cannot erase photos, messages, or apps on a current smartphone.
Bringing back the Tassie Tiger, and keeping Venice afloat
Q: What quirky landmark was mentioned and what has it become known for?
The Big Peg in New South Wales was described as an oversized clothes peg that has attracted visitors and even hosted a wedding, illustrating how roadside landmarks can become cultural icons.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Squiz Kids

What is Squiz Kids about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A kid-focused daily news show that blends age-appropriate reporting with humor and interactive elements. Episodes cover current events, science short explanations, and light-hearted features, all presented in short, easily digestible segments ideal for families and classrooms. Notable strengths include a consistent emphasis on media literacy, science education, and audience participation through quizzes and shout-outs, making complex topics accessible and engaging for younger listeners. The show appears to appeal to parents and educators seeking reliable, child-friendly news and learning moments, with a recognizable duo delivering explanations in a friendly, upbeat tone. A few episodes mix policy or world news with kid-centric context, sugg... more

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2. Short & Curly
3. Imagine This
4. News Club
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Squiz Kids launched 7 years ago and published 1857 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Squiz Kids include:

1. Aaron Blaby
2. Lachlan Macfarlane
3. Austin Macfarlane
4. Andy Griffiths
5. Tiggy Grillo
6. Adrian Gutteridge
7. Andy Grethes
8. Amanda Bower

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